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Beret blocks
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I was wondering how to use a beret block to make an old-fashioned simple winter wool felt beret. Can you use it without having to felt it yourself?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jane Yang Oct 19, 2018.
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"Flat Pattern solution for beret This might be helpful for you. http://beautyandbedlam.com/this-years-fashion-berets-and-a-simple-diy-craft/"
"Blocking a felt cone onto a 5 piece beret block is hard work as you need to expand it to outer rim them shape back into the collar/headsize. No one wants carpel tunnel for overworking our wrists. Commercially they use male/female blocking with…"
Beret blocks
I was wondering how to use a beret block to make an old-fashioned simple winter wool felt beret. Can you use it without having to felt it yourself?
"I was studying a real bicorn in the UK this year and was surprised how narrow the sides are - the theatrical ones seem to be much wider. The crown was oval but one side was higher than the other so yes, you'd need a wide furfelt capeline or…"
"When I was in the UK I was using household pins for blocking but have just ordered special pins from http://www.hatblocks.co.uk/accessories/"
"I'm coming in late to this conversation but am also looking for a machine to use in the production of men's top hats. I'm based in Canberra."
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