"On my first few I didn't want to buy expensive premade flowers or premade feathers ...so I went to my local craft store Hobby lobby and bought a bag of feathers for around 4 dollars and just started peeling cutting and curling with my hair…"
"So sorry it took me so long
I pop on and off here are pictures of the company I use. Each year they will send out a new sheet so you can feel the weight and style."
"I use a water soluble solution in my Tupperware or for bigger items in a rubbermaid container. Pictures supplied so you see color of water . I have used poly lace from Joanne fabrics left it in overnight at came…"
"I tried out many flat wool companies before I found a few that I will order from that are not 95 a yard. I prefer working with Sinamay because it forms so easy but also know that winter requires wools and furs I also found Southerland felt…"
My great grandma used to fix her 1920 hats and would let me try them on and help give them a little TLC
About Me
I live in Huntsville AL I enjoy retro, steampunk, derby hats. I have been very lucky to get to know JTV so that I can add diamonds, pearls and emeralds in colors people would never expect.
Welcome to Hat Academy Lisa. We hope you find the community inspiring, millinery is a wonderful creative art and in huge demand currently. We are committed to helping you add to your skills and any questions please message me.
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Enjoy, Elaine.
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