Lefty said:I'm pretty curious about the sellers "ownership" of this book. It seems as though it's probably in the public domain now.
Done it quite a few times, see Conversion Corral thread. Basically I mark the length I want to reduce the brim all the way around cheating to the outside, then use sharp scissors then follow it up with medium grit sandpaper followed by fine grit to round it of & even out the shape.scaber said:Has anyone had experience trimming a raw fur felt brim to a shorter length? I've seen video of it done with a circular cutter. Although a hat shop could do this has anyone tried to do it at home?
Thank you for the reply and the heading to the correct thread. After reading some entries it seems like a nice project for an ebay beater first. Thank you again.gtdean48 said:Done it quite a few times, see Conversion Corral thread. Basically I mark the length I want to reduce the brim all the way around cheating to the outside, then use sharp scissors then follow it up with medium grit sandpaper followed by fine grit to round it of & even out the shape.
My pleasure. Just paying it forward, lots of good folks here with good ideas & knowledge. Make sure to take before & after photos to share! Good luck!scaber said:Thank you for the reply and the heading to the correct thread. After reading some entries it seems like a nice project for an ebay beater first. Thank you again.
Brian R. said:Great tips from all. Man I am sure glad I found this forum.
scaber said:Has anyone had experience trimming a raw fur felt brim to a shorter length? I've seen video of it done with a circular cutter. Although a hat shop could do this has anyone tried to do it at home?
Brian R. said:Great tips from all. Man I am sure glad I found this forum.
Hold the hat over a kettle as the steam comes out. Move it in and out of the steam for about 10-15 seconds, making sure to steam the hat evenly and not focus on one part for too long. If that's not enough steam it again. Just make sure no steam touches the sweatband inside the hat as that may cause it to shrink.Heather said:Could you please explain how you steam? I'm afraid I don't own an iron. And how exactly do you use the cold water? I really appreciate everyones help!