"Lately I’ve been playing with Fosshape to enlarge blocks. The only problem Is that it shrinks and you will loose any convex definition. I solved this by cutting lengthwise slits in the fosshape over the convex areas so that it can be folded…"
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Dilemma to choose the size of a hat-block
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Hello milliners!I'm very new in the community, and a beginner in millinery. I would like your advice for choosing a hat block size: I have a 57 cm hat block which is OK for me, but for most of my…Continue
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Tania Hansen Dec 23, 2019.
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"Thanks for your advices Darryll. I think I’ll do as you told: I’m going to buy a hat block at my size, and make it smaller for my friends (56,5 to 56 cm).
As I mentioned, I’m at the beginning of my millinery adventure, so I…"
"Hi Delphine, my reply is from a block makers perspective only...
It really depends on just how much smaller you need to go for your friends head sizes. Most of the time you can make a hat a size smaller simply by adding a thin layer of material or…"
"Hi Sharon. I haven't thought of adding a felt on the hat bock to enlarge it. Thanks for your advice !"
Sharon Panozzo replied to Delphine Scornet-Hyrien's discussion Dilemma to choose the size of a hat-block"I find it much easier to enlarge. Just block a cheaper felt or 2 over your block and with each one you will have a larger size. It is more precise than shrinking. The problem will come if you have a very complicated…"
Dilemma to choose the size of a hat-block
Hello milliners!I'm very new in the community, and a beginner in millinery. I would like your advice for choosing a hat block size: I have a 57 cm hat block which is OK for me, but for most of my friends it is too big. Now I want to purchase a new hat block, and make hats not only for me but for friends too. What do you recommend me? Is it easier to enlarge or to shrink a hat?Many ThanksSee More
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Elaine Mergard said…
Wonderful you found our website Delphine. 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.
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Enjoy, Elaine
