Make A Hat Using Parasisal Straw

Course
6 Lessons

Introduction

In this class Catherine will talk you through all the steps for creating a beautiful hat using Parasisal Straw.

Download the attached PDF for equipment lists, material lists and more useful links.

blockahatparasisalstrawpodia.pdf

Module 1

In this module Catherine will help you to get organised to make a hat from Parasisal Straw. She will talk you through all the materials, equipment and techniques used to create the perfect hat out of parasisal straw.

The module covers the following:

Chapter 1: Materials
Chapter 2: Equipment
Chapter 3: Choosing Your Hat Blocks
Chapter 4: Prepping The Block
Chapter 5: Working With Parasisal Straw

PARASISAL_STRAW_MODULE_1.mp4

Module 2

The module covers the following:

Chapter 6: Blocking The Crown
Chapter 7: Stiffening The Crown
Chapter 8: Separating The Crown From The Brim
Chapter 9: Blocking The Brim

PARASISAL_STRAW_MODULE_2.mp4

Module 3

The module covers the following:

Chapter 10: Polishing The Crown And Brim
Chapter 11: Creating An Even Brim
Chapter 12: Joining The Crown And Brim

PARASISAL_STRAW_MODULE_3.mp4

Module 4

The module covers the following:

Chapter 13: Wiring The Brim
Stitch Techniques: Adapted Blanket Stitch
Chapter 14: Attaching The Wire
Chapter 15: Binding Brim Edge
Stitch Techniques: Petersham Bind On An Edge
Chapter 16: Manipulating The Petersham

PARASISAL_STRAW_MODULE_4_2.mp4

Module 5

The module covers the following:

Chapter 17: Joining The Crown To The Brim
Stitch Technique: Back-Stitching The Crown To The Brim
Chapter 18: Preparing The Headfit
Stitch Technique: Stitch Technique - Catch Stitching
Chapter 19: Stitching The Headfit
Chapter 20: Hat Band
Chapter 21: Classic Bow

PARASISAL_STRAW_MODULE_5.mp4