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Blocking Velvet
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How do you block velvet.Thanks,AngieContinue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Angie Hall Sandifer Oct 29, 2016.
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"Hi Evelyne,
I will post a picture of the hat when it is completed. Thank you for your help. The Hat Magazine is a wonderful resource, and I would not have known which issues to look for the velvet technique without your help.
Thank you…"
Evelyne Wheeler replied to Angie Hall Sandifer's discussion Blocking Velvet"Hi Angie
So glad to hear that you have got those back numbers of The Hat Magazine, it is a great resource, would love to see how you fair, may be you could post a photo of the finished hat.
Best of Luck
Evelyne"
"Hi Evelyne,
Thank you for your reply! Although it seems like a huge challenge, I am not yet discouraged. I am excited to say that I have The Hat Magazine issues #39, and #40. I have a customer request for a custom made red velvet…"
Evelyne Wheeler replied to Angie Hall Sandifer's discussion Blocking Velvet"Hi Angie,blocking velvet is a one of millinery's most skilful jobs because it has to be steamed and pinned in place on the block,but afterwards when the velvet is dry it needs to be stuck to the foundation with special glue. The foundation has…"
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Elaine Mergard said…
Wonderful you found our website Angie. So pleased you have joined me in Hat Academy and hope you find it inspiring. I am committed to helping you add to your skills.
I set this up to help Beginners -once you learn the basic techniques you will be surprised how creative you can be. Millinery is a creative art & in huge demand currently. Any questions do message me here.
To make the most of Hat Academy remember to read through the Welcome Page - Read here
Enjoy, Elaine
