Saucer Hat Fundamentals
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Once you discover how to prepare your buntal mat, continue to hand mould the saucer shape stabilising the form with the wire. The binding you will create can be a feature of your trimming and perfecting this is essential to ensure an outstanding finish.
☰ Lesson Chapters:
• Buntal Basics • Brim Shaping
• Sinamay Binding
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