Art Fawcett VS Hall of Fame

[Art Fawcett]

Quality is where it's at for me Andy, I' sure people expect nothing less

 

[Killick]

Congratulations on the new sire Art. t is very nice. Are you still doing the Hat's for Veterans this fall? I hope so. I'm already Jonesin' for a new lid.
I get more compliments on my new milan straw! Thank you Sir.

 

[Art Fawcett]

Thank you Killick, yes, I am still offering the discount for Vets hats. Enjoy your Milan

 

[Lincsong]

Here's Dad and I in our panama's

Both crafted this summer. by Art Fawcett.
I have a felt version coming to me in the mail as we speak. Hopefully, I'll get it Monday.

Wow, 11 years ago.

 

[Art Fawcett]

Amazing isn't it Paul!!! It seems like only yesterday I was the "new kid" on the block & now I"m considered an old timer.
Enjoy

 

[Bob Roberts]

Amazing isn't it Paul!!! It seems like only yesterday I was the "new kid" on the block & now I"m considered an old timer.
Enjoy

Was always curious Art as to who your mentors were...?

 

[Art Fawcett]

Oh my gosh, I really didn't have any Bob. I did spent time with JW in the early days but only after gaining a name, Rodney Allison ( North Valley Hats) would talk but not give anything up, John Morris & Dad of Rocky Mountain hats were friendly & helpful but really, I am basically self taught. I was already established before being "Welcomed in" by the old timers. Only once you are "known" do any established hatters start sharing anything of value. Consequently, I am and have mentored many new hatters on the scene. I don't wish to receive any credit for others success so I won't mention names but it has been over a dozen.

 

[Bob Roberts]

Oh my gosh, I really didn't have any Bob. I did spent time with JW in the early days but only after gaining a name, Rodney Allison ( North Valley Hats) would talk but not give anything up, John Morris & Dad of Rocky Mountain hats were friendly & helpful but really, I am basically self taught. I was already established before being "Welcomed in" by the old timers. Only once you are "known" do any established hatters start sharing anything of value. Consequently, I am and have mentored many new hatters on the scene. I don't wish to receive any credit for others success so I won't mention names but it has been over a dozen.

They all know who they are...
Good backstory. Learn by doing as you go. I truly believe the more mistakes you make the more you learn. That helps me live better with all of mine.

 

[Lincsong]

Amazing isn't it Paul!!! It seems like only yesterday I was the "new kid" on the block & now I"m considered an old timer.
Enjoy

yeah Art, and that's my "lucky" hat too. Still looks great after 12 years. Best money I've ever spent.

 

[moontheloon]

I don't wish to receive any credit for others success so I won't mention names but it has been over a dozen.

I know Michael Gannon is one of them
your attention to detail shows up in his work

 

[Bill Hughes]

Thank you Killick, yes, I am still offering the discount for Vets hats. Enjoy your Milan

Where can I go to find out about this?

 

[Art Fawcett]

Where can I go to find out about this?

Just reach out Bill, I will be bringing up the thread again soon but I offer a $50 discount if you send at least one hat that I can turn over to the Domiciliary here in town before Christmas.

 

[Bob Roberts]

Hi Art. Does this apply to straw hats as well? Both incoming and outgoing?

 

[FedOregon]

It's a great program. Support our Veterans and order a hat with a generous rebate from Art. I have at least one to send down...

 

[Art Fawcett]

Hi Art. Does this apply to straw hats as well? Both incoming and outgoing?

Yes Sir, as long as I don''t have to work on it we are good. The first couple of years I asked for "any" hats and worked into March the next year to have them presentable.

 

[Bob Roberts]

Yes Sir, as long as I don''t have to work on it we are good. The first couple of years I asked for "any" hats and worked into March the next year to have them presentable.

Thank you Art. I can just imagine...

 

[Bill Hughes]

Just reach out Bill, I will be bringing up the thread again soon but I offer a $50 discount if you send at least one hat that I can turn over to the Domiciliary here in town before Christmas.

That's fantastic Art.

 

[ChicagoWayVito]

Last week I flew down to Medford, Oregon to pick up my and my daughters Milan hats from @Art Fawcett whom I now refer to as "The Felt Whisperer" but more accurrately should be called "The Hat Whisperer". I spent two days (July 25 & 26) in the shop talking hats and "feeling the felt" Art was a great host and he has an amazing shop with many different hat tools that he has collected over the course of 27+ years collecting.

While on my trip I also had the pleasure of talking with another lounger @hatsR Charlie is was nice talking with you.

@FedOregon I had the opportunity to see your Cuenca hat body up close. Very nice! I wish I had the forethought to send you some cash and pick up one for me while you were in Ecuador. I envy your trip Doug!

Art, I can't thank you enough for allowing me to hang out with you for two days. Hopefully I didn't slow down your production too much nor wear out my welcome. Would be an honor to visit again at some point in the future.

Without further delay, the HATS! Disclaimer: I am not a photographer so I apologize for the poor picture quality.

Sharks gill bow. Seeing this being made and attached was awesome. Love the wide brown ribbon on this.

This is for my 16 year old daughter. It was exactly what she wanted and loves it.

That brim is 4 and half inches!!!

Nice back bow on this hat!

Thank you Art!

 

[hatsRme]

Last week I flew down to Medford, Oregon to pick up my and my daughters Milan hats from @Art Fawcett whom I now refer to as "The Felt Whisperer" but more accurrately should be called "The Hat Whisperer". I spent two days (July 25 & 26) in the shop talking hats and "feeling the felt" Art was a great host and he has an amazing shop with many different hat tools that he has collected over the course of 27+ years collecting.

While on my trip I also had the pleasure of talking with another lounger @hatsR Charlie is was nice talking with you.

@FedOregon I had the opportunity to see your Cuenca hat body up close. Very nice! I wish I had the forethought to send you some cash and pick up one for me while you were in Ecuador. I envy your trip Doug!

Art, I can't thank you enough for allowing me to hang out with you for two days. Hopefully I didn't slow down your production too much nor wear out my welcome. Would be an honor to visit again at some point in the future.

Without further delay, the HATS! Disclaimer: I am not a photographer so I apologize for the poor picture quality.


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Sharks gill bow. Seeing this being made and attached was awesome. Love the wide brown ribbon on this.

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This is for my 16 year old daughter. It was exactly what she wanted and loves it.
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That brim is 4 and half inches!!!

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Nice back bow on this hat!
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Thank you Art!

It was great to hear your voice, Kevin. I'm a bit envious of your new "hang out," but more envious of your new hats!!

All the best, bro!

 

[FedOregon]

Last week I flew down to Medford, Oregon to pick up my and my daughters Milan hats from @Art Fawcett @FedOregon I had the opportunity to see your Cuenca hat body up close. Very nice! I wish I had the forethought to send you some cash and pick up one for me while you were in Ecuador. I envy your trip Doug!

Thank you Art!

It was quite the trip! You let my secret out, LOL! Yes, I am anxiously awaiting a new Work of Art, Cuencano toquilla style.

MrsFed and I went down to Medford last year when Art had his shop there. Now we need to get down and see the new, improved shop!