Felt trims--when to glue and when to stitch? - Learn How To Make Hats Online | Hat Academy Millinery Courses2024-03-29T01:42:48Zhttps://hatacademy.com/forum/topics/felt-trims-when-to-glue-and-when-to-stitch?commentId=6485913%3AComment%3A125823&feed=yes&xn_auth=noAs someone who also quilts, I…tag:hatacademy.com,2015-06-21:6485913:Comment:1456512015-06-21T20:37:21.727ZKim Fraserhttps://hatacademy.com/profile/KimFraser
<p>As someone who also quilts, I don't know why this hadn't occurred to me, Tania. Duh! I'll try this next time and see if I can get them to be truly buried in this way. Thanks for pointing out what should have been obvious to me!</p>
<p>As someone who also quilts, I don't know why this hadn't occurred to me, Tania. Duh! I'll try this next time and see if I can get them to be truly buried in this way. Thanks for pointing out what should have been obvious to me!</p> Do what quilters do and bury…tag:hatacademy.com,2015-06-21:6485913:Comment:1455832015-06-21T20:22:22.279ZTania Hansenhttps://hatacademy.com/profile/TaniaHansen10
Do what quilters do and bury the knots. That is, make a French knot but instead of going through all layers put the needle between the felt and the appliqué. Then come out about an inch or so away. Tug the knot under the surface of the felt. Clip the thread closely to the surface of the felt. No visible knot.works great for all sorts of areas where you don't want knots to show. You can also bury beginning knots in areas with at least two layers like bindings.
Do what quilters do and bury the knots. That is, make a French knot but instead of going through all layers put the needle between the felt and the appliqué. Then come out about an inch or so away. Tug the knot under the surface of the felt. Clip the thread closely to the surface of the felt. No visible knot.works great for all sorts of areas where you don't want knots to show. You can also bury beginning knots in areas with at least two layers like bindings. Definitely, Kristin! In this…tag:hatacademy.com,2014-12-20:6485913:Comment:1269852014-12-20T14:07:43.333ZKim Fraserhttps://hatacademy.com/profile/KimFraser
<p>Definitely, Kristin! In this case, though, the stitches attaching some trim had to be almost right in the middle of the crown, with no place to hide a knot. </p>
<p>Definitely, Kristin! In this case, though, the stitches attaching some trim had to be almost right in the middle of the crown, with no place to hide a knot. </p> I often don't bother with lin…tag:hatacademy.com,2014-12-20:6485913:Comment:1272452014-12-20T03:37:51.750ZKristin Silvermanhttps://hatacademy.com/profile/KristinSilverman
<p>I often don't bother with linings. When I'm something on, I try to use an invisible stitching technique and then tuck the finishing knot under the edge of what I've sewn on. No lining, no glue <em>and</em> no visible stitches.</p>
<p>I often don't bother with linings. When I'm something on, I try to use an invisible stitching technique and then tuck the finishing knot under the edge of what I've sewn on. No lining, no glue <em>and</em> no visible stitches.</p> I hadn't thought about this f…tag:hatacademy.com,2014-11-29:6485913:Comment:1258532014-11-29T19:55:55.247ZKim Fraserhttps://hatacademy.com/profile/KimFraser
<p>I hadn't thought about this from a client perspective since I'm making this for myself, Elaine, but I'm sure you're right. Thanks for pointing out the added value aspect!</p>
<p>I hadn't thought about this from a client perspective since I'm making this for myself, Elaine, but I'm sure you're right. Thanks for pointing out the added value aspect!</p> Customers always look for val…tag:hatacademy.com,2014-11-27:6485913:Comment:1258232014-11-27T04:18:20.797ZElaine Mergardhttps://hatacademy.com/profile/ElaineMergard
<div class="description xj_comment_editor xg_user_generated" id="desc_6485913Comment125820"><p>Customers always look for value for money and adding a lining gives your felt hat that extra touch and value. Imported felts are never lined so to receive top price add a liner Instructions & tips here from several milliners …</p>
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<div class="description xj_comment_editor xg_user_generated" id="desc_6485913Comment125820"><p>Customers always look for value for money and adding a lining gives your felt hat that extra touch and value. Imported felts are never lined so to receive top price add a liner Instructions & tips here from several milliners </p>
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</div> This is so much help, Edith F…tag:hatacademy.com,2014-11-26:6485913:Comment:1258182014-11-26T21:49:49.390ZKim Fraserhttps://hatacademy.com/profile/KimFraser
<p>This is so much help, Edith F and Sharon. Thanks very much for the advice and info. I think a lining is definitely in order!</p>
<p>This is so much help, Edith F and Sharon. Thanks very much for the advice and info. I think a lining is definitely in order!</p> In couture it is standard but…tag:hatacademy.com,2014-11-25:6485913:Comment:1254952014-11-25T20:49:46.495Zedith fhttps://hatacademy.com/profile/edithf
<p>In couture it is standard but you just answered your own question when you said you could notice little knots!</p>
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<p>The decision remains with you and thus your choice in the end!</p>
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<p>In couture it is standard but you just answered your own question when you said you could notice little knots!</p>
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<p>The decision remains with you and thus your choice in the end!</p>
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<p>All the best</p> It is acceptable to have the…tag:hatacademy.com,2014-11-25:6485913:Comment:1256642014-11-25T18:57:36.490ZSharon Panozzohttps://hatacademy.com/profile/SharonPanozzo
<p>It is acceptable to have the work showing if it is not excessive but true couture work would always have a lining. If for you it does not matter, if you are saying you are doing couture work then it would be best to line it. You can always use a light and airy lining if you are worried it would be too heavy. </p>
<p>I own several original cloches from the 1920s and 1930s and most with good labels have a lining. But, I also have several great looking hats that do not have a lining and have…</p>
<p>It is acceptable to have the work showing if it is not excessive but true couture work would always have a lining. If for you it does not matter, if you are saying you are doing couture work then it would be best to line it. You can always use a light and airy lining if you are worried it would be too heavy. </p>
<p>I own several original cloches from the 1920s and 1930s and most with good labels have a lining. But, I also have several great looking hats that do not have a lining and have some thread work showing on the inside. Basically - it's up to you!</p> Thanks for your reply, Edith…tag:hatacademy.com,2014-11-25:6485913:Comment:1254772014-11-25T17:09:58.553ZKim Fraserhttps://hatacademy.com/profile/KimFraser
<p>Thanks for your reply, Edith F. I would definitely add a lining if it were a small piece where the stitches would be more noticeable, but this cloche is deep and I guess I just wonder if it's necessary or noticeable. Do you think it's standard to add a lining whenever stitches will show? I also wonder about lining felt since felt is already so warm. I own a few felt hats both modern and vintage, and none of them are lined. </p>
<p>Thanks for your reply, Edith F. I would definitely add a lining if it were a small piece where the stitches would be more noticeable, but this cloche is deep and I guess I just wonder if it's necessary or noticeable. Do you think it's standard to add a lining whenever stitches will show? I also wonder about lining felt since felt is already so warm. I own a few felt hats both modern and vintage, and none of them are lined. </p>