Welcome to the Milliner’s Blog! Here you’ll find articles to help you in your hat-making endeavors.
Creating the Boiled WoolFelt Look
Boiled WoolFelt Instructions You can make your own Sherpa-like or fleece-like felt in a wonderful natural fiber blend! With this easy and fun technique, you can create the perfect
Adding Life to Your Hat
The season is changing here in the Midwest, winter is almost upon us and we are looking to the holidays and our favorite headwear for everyday and special occasions.
Crinoline? Crin? What’s in a name?
The two names can be confusing. Crin is the term everyone uses for horsehair, except here in the U.S. In the U.S. we call this finely woven synthetic flat
Hat Size and Headsize Measurements
Not sure about hat sizes and headsize measurements? Use this handy chart to make sense of it all. Headsize (inches) Headsize (metric) Hat Size
Facts About Buckram
There are several different types of buckram: One-ply buckram is a woven cotton fabric that is sized according to the end use. It is currently sold by the yard in
Raffia Straw Golf Cap Making with Kathleen Gaffey
Kathy Gaffey of Brim and Dash, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, is making a name with golf caps. She has always loved straw hats and when she picked up golf as
Flat Pattern and Blocking Work with Lee St. Marie of St. Marie Studio
We carry a wonderful 100% Merino Wool Flat Felt made by National Nonwovens and our Autumn season makes the perfect time to feature it once again. Some of you may
Stepping Out With Your Well-Trimmed Hat
The Mystery of Trims Unveiled Sometimes a novice gets intimidated by all of the parts and pieces going into making a hat. Look for example at trimming out a
Repairing Vintage Hat Blocks
How do you keep a block in tip-top shape? There are a few basic rules in block use that if followed, will keep your block looking like new or if
The Case of the Broken Straw Hat
A recent question came from a chap who wanted to repair a straw hat. He had purchased the hat at an auction, loved the fit and look but it