I've started a few more hats... they're all just wet felted. I have patterns that I would like to try that are knitted then felted, but these hats are just made from layering the roving over a simple pattern (hood style). The roving is hand felted with soap and water, then shaped over a mixing bowl. These hats still need to be adorned with... ? something. Ribbon, felted flowers... that's the next step.The little "cat" hat I made for Wyatt back before the holidays. (to match his Daddy's favorite hat). He's already outgrown it. The felted hats have a little give to them, but not enough to keep up with a growing boy :)
Speaking of hats ... I have a link to share of an etsy shop that has the most adorable hats ever. The artisan behind these hats designed them using a pattern that she came up with - (i've been everywhere looking for the pattern - then found that it was her own design) they are crocheted and then felted - a must see! http://www.etsy.com/shop/THELittleBlackHat
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Those are just beautiful. How about crocheted roses or flowers as decorations??
ReplyDeleteI came across your unmailed box yesterday.:( I'll get that in the mail to you....REALLY, I will!
Love the hats! I've not tried wet felting yet, but it's on my must do list. The hats in the link are just too cute.
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ReplyDeleteThanks so much for such kind words and for linking to my shop. I love it! Nice work on your hats. The little CAT one is very cute.
Wendy
Tonya, you are so talented! Beautiful job.
ReplyDeleteHello Tonya! Oh my, I love your felted hats!!! They are beautifully shaped! My favorite style is the one on the right. They look so perfect now that I can’t imagine them adorned, but I am looking forward to seeing what you do. Wendy’s crocheted and felted hats are adorable - neat idea. Thank you very much for all the excellent advice on preventing plate warping! I appreciate it!
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