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Hi Bigundoctor, I made up my first pattern after researching the various types and bits and pieces of patterns I found on the net. I looked at cloth hats a lot to see if they explained how it was done too. For my second hat I used a pattern from Leatherlearn. It was an old Tandy pattern I think. I printed it out then traced it onto file folders for a more permanent pattern. The first hat I did was way to small for most people so I wanted this one to be larger. I think that is where I went wrong. I tried to make it bigger and didnt really know what I was doing. I just didnt know if there was a trick I am missing to make this easier. Obviously it isnt using math formulas. At least in my case! I don't have a calculator with a square root button on it for starters. lol Thanks for the suggestions :D Ellen

oh my...I didnt think it would be THAT complicated lol. Thank you for taking the time to share that with me, Russ.

Hi all, I have made a couple hats. One is a top hat and Im not sure what the other one is. It looks ok for the most part. But the problem I am having is getting everything in sync. I have made several patterns and have studied what I could find here and at other websites about making hats but my circles just don't match up with the brim or the top of the hat. I always have either a gap or excess at the top, bottom or both. I guess I am asking, What is the math formula for measuring to make a hat?How do I get the measurement for an oval? I hope there are a few elementary math teachers on here Thanks!

Fantastic! What a great job. Thank you so much for the pattern. What kind of wire do you use?

I use file folders. you can get a box for $10 and make quite a few patterns. They tape together easily too.

Awesome! Thank you so much! Ellen

here's a hat tutorial made of cloth http://craft-with-confidence.blogspot.com/2010/10/mad-hatter-hat-tutorial.html

Thanks, Clair! That is really cool! I think I'm gonna buy it. Ellen

I really like the patterns and coloring on your Ipad sleeves. I am trying to make a sleeve for an ipad for a christmas gift but am not sure of what the measurements should be. I dont mean I want your pattern or anything. I am just not sure how much bigger to make the case than the Ipad. Thanks!

Thanks all for the information. Sounds like the system to protect exotic animals is pretty comprehensive. I am going to stick to the cowhide and pigskins though.

I was just curious if there are leathers that are a "no no" because the animal is endangered or getting there. I am a pacifist at heart but am ok with using byproduct leather. I may be naive but I have been shocked to see some items made from elephant leather. Are any leathers illegal?