Making Felt Hats: A Beginners Guide to Creating 6 Stunning Styles for All Occasions (Heath Bobbi)(Paperback)

Six seductive 21st century hat designs reminiscent of the Downton Abbey or Jackie Kennedy eras. A stunning felt hat is the perfect accessory for any occasion - from an everyday addition to your winter wardrobe to a head-turning statement piece for a special occasion. In this practical and informative guide, expert milliner Bobbi Heath shows you how to make felt hats in six different styles to perfectly complement any outfit, including a fabulous floppy hat, cloche, bucket, pill box, cap and button. Bobbi starts with the basics of how to measure your head, then talks you through the secrets of stiffening the felt, using steam to mould your fabric, and blocking. Learn invaluable stitching and edging techniques, then have fun experimenting with trimmings to make your hat unique. This practical book will appeal to all hat lovers and anyone looking for an easy introduction
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