"Yes Noreen - all my lessons on buckram I use double layer. Never add satin directly to buckram Teach these techniques here http://hatacademy.com/group/23-cocktail-hats-classes For leather covering Jane's Leather Course with all her…"
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Stretchy Satin???
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Hi milliners I am looking for the name of satin that is used to cover buckram blocks?I have bought a few types of varying qualities, densities and with differing elasticities. None seem…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Elaine Mergard May 3, 2017.
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"ok Elaine, that's a big help!
I also try to use crushed velvet and a pleather material. I have them steamed, blocked and even put a setting spray on them. However they seem to go back a bit to their old shape once off the block. Are these too…"
"Hi Noreen, Silk Satin available here https://www.houseofadorn.com/silk-fabric-100-pure-18-5-mumee-satin-finish-140cm-price-per-25cm-magenta I teach how to cover a shaped button block using silk in Lesson 23…"
Stretchy Satin???
Hi milliners I am looking for the name of satin that is used to cover buckram blocks?I have bought a few types of varying qualities, densities and with differing elasticities. None seem appropriate.What is the satin called that I am supposed to buy and where do you get it?Thanks in advance!!!NoreenSee More
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Elaine Mergard said…
Welcome to Hat Academy Noreen. 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.
