Tools of the Trade
30-Minute Mastery
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21m
Learn all the felt hat making fundamentals - understanding the different types of felt, steaming and blocking essentials, felt cutting and free shaping with fur felt.
These lessons are produced by independent tutors and are complete in teaching delivery and support.
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Open Discussion Q&A
The live discussion, explores hat cleaning techniques, construction methods, material choices like spring wire, lining preferences for felt hats, and current fashion trends.
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Wire & Stitching Capaline Hat
Learn all the felt hat making fundamentals - understanding the different types of felt, steaming and blocking essentials, felt cutting and free shaping with fur felt.
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Tutor Talk: Ask Lina
Explore the essentials of hat making, starting with the types of felt, including wool and fur, and their care. Learn techniques for reshaping hats, adjusting sizes, and balancing the shape. Discover how to trim and embellish hats, allowing for personal creativity in design.
