In this class, Catherine teaches an all-in-one technique for creating a fur felt fedora. These versatile techniques can then be used for blocking all styles of felts once you develop an understanding of various felt material and block personalities.
allinonepdf.pdf
Module 1
In this module Catherine will help you to get organised to make an "all in one" fur felt fedora. Catherine introduces the range of millinery tools and equipment required.
The module covers the following:
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Equipment
Chapter 3: Materials
Felt Hat - All In One Method - Module 1.mp4
Module 2
In this module Catherine demonstrates the techniques of blocking the crown and brim.
The module covers the following:
Chapter 4: Preparation for Blocking
Chapter 5: Blocking the Crown
Chapter 6: Blocking the Brim
Felt Hat - All In One Method - Module 2.mp4
Module 3
In this module, Catherine covers the following:
Chapter 7: Stiffening Techniques
Chapter 8: Cutting the Brim (Oval Technique)
Chapter 9: Cutting the Brim (Round Technique)
Chapter 10 : Wiring the Brim
Felt Hat - All In One Method - Module 3.mp4
Module 4
In this module, Catherine demonstrates the following key techniques:
Chapter 11 : Binding the Brim with Petersham Ribbon
Chapter 12: The Headfit
Chapter 13: Hat Band
Chapter 14: Classic Bow
Felt Hat - Module 4.mp4
Module 5
In this module, Catherine demonstrates how to create a lining for your felt hat.