"Hi Stephanie In the Millinery Essentials Course in second module of felt Hats lesson I show you how to prep the petersham ribbon on the Ribbon Board and then the stitch that you need to do by only catching the picot loop on the petersham.…"
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stitching ribbon trim
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When adding ribbon trim to a brim, how do you make the stitches look almost invisible on both sides of ribbon?Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Elaine Mergard Nov 3, 2023.
hat pins
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I would like to make some hat pins and my question is what do you do to keep beads from coming off the top. I know a clutch is on the bottom. Do you need a special bead with one side closed?Any help…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by stephanie lawrence Jun 24, 2020.
coloring millinery wire
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How do you color millinery wire to match your sinamay, if you don't want it to show?Any suggestions?Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Amanda Dawn Jun 11, 2018.
making hat block bigger
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My biggest wooden hat block is 23".I have a customer with a 24.5" head measurement.Any…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Darryll Osborne May 30, 2017.
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stitching ribbon trim
When adding ribbon trim to a brim, how do you make the stitches look almost invisible on both sides of ribbon?See More
"Thanks for the info. I have figured it out and used a metal bead cap on top which worked."
"Hi Stephanie,
How nice to find you here! I had to make some hat pins for a stage production once time, and I used "Hat Pin Blanks" as my base. They're like really long straight pins that have a small flat metal disk on one…"
"Congratulations Elaine...You so deserve this, and thanks for all the help you have given me!"
"AS Kelly says...double and triple block it.
That said, it can depend a little on the style of the block. Domes and simple crowns take this well but shaped ones a bit less so. As you add layers of felt sharper/deeper contours can be much reduced. You…"
making hat block bigger
My biggest wooden hat block is 23".I have a customer with a 24.5" head measurement.Any suggestions?See More
"It's a good idea to get some cheap wool felt hoods and then block that first over your existing hat block as if you were making a felt hat. Once done, keep the felt hood on the block, cover in cling wrap and then go ahead and block the…"
edith f replied to stephanie lawrence's discussion making hat block bigger"Next time use old newspaper pieces like papier mache all over your existing block til you get the size you need! Leave to dry. Sand down if not smooth and then cover with plastic before making piece!"
making hat block bigger
My biggest wooden hat block is 23".I have a customer with a 24.5" head measurement.Any suggestions?See More
"Hats are not just a way to protect your head and eyes from the sun. They are also a phenomenal method of showcasing your personality and delivering a message to a broad audience."
"Thanks for the info Elaine.
I worry about using anything toxic, so I think I'll stick with what I'm using. It does do a good job of stiffening. I'll try hairspray for residue!
Do you put stiffener all over inside felt hood, or just on…"
"What is PVA? I use gelatin sizing (beacon Adhesives from Judith M.) great for stiffening, but leaves a white residue. Residue comes off with a damp cloth."
"Thanks Sharon,
I will now know how to do this!"
Sharon Panozzo replied to stephanie lawrence's discussion making hat smaller"It would depend on the types of materials you use to make a hat. I do not work with sinamay so I am not sure on that but with felt there are several options. The stretch velvet or stretch grosgrain might be an option. I usually…"
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Elaine Mergard said…
Wonderful you found our website Stephanie. 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
