FIRST FLAT HAT

[Ferg]

Wanted to take a rest from the shoe making and since we have a 10 month old Great Grandson, I thought I would try my hand at making HAT'S.

I like the Gatsby style among others which is called about a dozen different things. I had some Navy Blue denim in the shop along with some lining material.

Decided it would be best if I tried making a prototype first to see if there was any point in going forward with this idea.

Made mistakes as in stitching, not quite where it should be and other things that bug me. Also want to make a leather Gatsby for my youngest brother, he is 76, lol

Anyway, here is one photo of the hat resting on a candle vase. It was both a little frustrating and one heck of a lot of fun.

My new Post Bed Cowboy made the stitching a piece of cake for the most part. I just need to learn where to put all the stitching.

Next week I will at least be making FINLAY'S cap.

Ferg

Edited January 27, 2020 by Ferg

[rodneywt1180b]

Looks good to me.

[toxo]

Me too. If you want some inspiration for a leather one there's a couple of designs on Etsy with patterns if you need em.

[Ferg]

Thanks,

TonyAllenBernier has been extremely helpful, with patterns and freely given help.

Several others plus Pinterest has a wealth of photos of hats/caps for inspiration. 

I want to try embellishing some of the patterns I have with ideas I have gleaned from Pinterest. 

It is a fun diversion from the every day hum drum. We are officially closing down our wood shop manufacturing operation come July or August.

Looking forward to time to do whatever we wish. I have been in business for almost 70 years. We believe it is time. Just celebrated my 86th Birthday this last week.

Ferg

[HaloJones]

Looks good and happy belated birthday:)