Flash and Trash - Part XIX
Working on the Hat
We've had a great spring break, and now it is time to get back to work on F&T and all the other spring/summer stuff I've got planned! I've been working on the hat, so I'll show you the steps so far.
First the lining is basted to the buckram form, which I had shown about a week ago. I machine basted it.
Next, the wire edge is attached to the now lined hat piece. This is done by hand by whipstitching the wire to the form. I overlapped the wired ends and stitched them securely, since I didn't have a joiner to join the ends of the wire.
Next, the outer covering of the hat is added. This is the top of the hat, or the side you would see when it is being worn. The flowers have already been added and embellished. I wouldn't be able to do that after assembling the hat.
This outer fabric is attached by hand to the lined and wired edged form with running stitches. It takes a little patience because it must be smoothed to fit without any wrinkles or darts. The piece is cut on the bias, which definitely helps.
Next up: Just covering up that edge and a few other touches and the hat is done!
Parting Shot: Easter Dress! Well, here, she is! It seems like Easter was a long time ago, although it was just last week.

7 comments:
Your daughter looks lovely in her dress. And speaking of hats, there was a lot of inspiration at the royal wedding!
She is more of a young woman every day. Her Easter outfit is lovely.
They grow up so fast. She is now a lovely young lady.
It's been so long since my last visit. The hat project is great. I've thought of trying my hand at it. Thanks for sharing. Pretty easter dress on you beautiful daughter.
I agree with the other comments on your pretty daughter and her lovely outfit.
When looking at your hat, I was just thinking about what it would have been like to live in an age where one wore hats like that as a usual part of their outfit. How much things have changed.
Your daughter looks lovely in her Easter dress.
And, as always, thanks for sharing your expertise! I really enjoy reading your progress through your amazing projects!
Every year you post a picture of her wearing her Easter dress and every year I can see how much she's grown and how she's progressing to womanhood. She is beautiful and so is the outfit!
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