Hat-Making Fundamentals
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1h 23m
Lina Stein draws on 30 years of millinery experience to teach essential felt hat-making skills. Learn how to prepare and stiffen felt, expertly block and refine crowns, and precisely cut brims—guiding you through each step toward creating your own stylish hats with confidence.
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☰ Lesson Chapters:
• Getting Started • Felt Stiffening
• Blocking & Shaping • Cutting the Brim
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