Working With Felt
Discover & Learn
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32m
Understanding types of Felts and how felt is manufactured is detailed by your tutor Diana Cavagnaro before you commence blocking a felt hood with a turned up brim. Diana teaches you how to block the crown and brim all in one using a flange brim. After you have made the lining learn how to attach the head band by machining inside the crown which is a great time saving method.
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Tools of the Trade
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Open Florals
Open flowers are suitable for brides or on a simple headpiece when you do not want the floral trim to appear a large dominant feature. All patterns are included along with creative ways to arrange stamens.
Patterns: https://hat.academy/resourcesLESSON PLAN: Poppy | Dog Rose | Simple Flower
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Thermo Felt
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