Hello, I’m Jill, the founder of Trawler Studio where I make British Coastal & American style Old-West inspired hats and one of a kind clothing and accessories.  The hats are hand-blocked on traditional wooden hat blocks and made, by me, in my studio by the sea here in Dorset, England.​​

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Trawler has always been a little spark waiting for me to ignite, it took a minute but all good things take time. It truly is a label shaped, like me, by the sea. Where folklore meets folk art, where harbour walls hold quiet tales, and where every garment carries a piece of the West coast with it too. My collections are simple to wear and style, as easy as an off-shore wind! ​

 

​I like to source vintage textiles for my one off designs which are often hand-finished and sometimes  embroidered with my illustrations. A labour of love! But, they tell great stories and look amazing! 

 

I also have a core line of organic cotton t shirts which make perfect foundation garments in which to build looks. Throw them on with some your favourite frock, vintage jeans, boots and bandana.

Just have fun!

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My designs are for people who find joy in sea spray and the soft grit of coastal life. They wear salt like perfume and enjoy the practical nature of a beautifully made hat.​

Whether you're a painter, a poet, a harbour wanderer, or just someone who can smell rain before it comes - you're part of this story too.