Ribbon changing

[hatguysz]

I have a borsalino hat and id like to switch the ribbon. I s there any specific sewing machine used to change ribbons? and whats the best technique?

 

[RJR]

Ribbonwork is usually a hand job.

 

[sola fide]

funny, i am on the forum looking for sewing suggestions for both sweatband and ribbons. I read that monofilament thread is preferred. I already repaired a loose headband on my Open Road

 

[scottyrocks]

I've done a few. I am an amateur. It is definitely a needle and thread type of thing.

Make your tack stitches as small as possible. And get good ribbon. Others will know the best compositions.

To me, the bow is the most fun part. You can be as creative as you want to be.

 

[Winston Carter]

I've done a few grosgrain ribbons on various hats. I use a hot glue gun. I know it's not the best or proper way to do it but it has worked for me. Here is one.

 

[Frunobulax]

Another tip: run your tack stitches between the ribs on the ribbon to help hide them.


Sent directly from my mind to yours.

 

[Andy Sharp]

My latest one I used petersham ribbon because you can iron a curve in so it doesn't need tacking. I'd love it if someone can share a ribbon video

 

[belfastboy]

My latest one I used petersham ribbon because you can iron a curve in so it doesn't need tacking. I'd love it if someone can share a ribbon video View attachment 350196

You can find a photo montage in The Lounge but to my knowledge there is no video on ribbon/bow work in existence.

 

[belfastboy]

My latest one I used petersham ribbon because you can iron a curve in so it doesn't need tacking. I'd love it if someone can share a ribbon video View attachment 350196

I hate Petersham and use only grosgrain woven edge. It 'swirls' very well (curves with the use of an iron).

 

[Andy Sharp]

I hate Petersham and use only grosgrain woven edge. It 'swirls' very well (curves with the use of an iron).

I used grosgrain on another hat I struggled with it to be honest but everyone is different

 

[belfastboy]

I used grosgrain on another hat I struggled with it to be honest but everyone is different

A firm even tension pulling the ribbon out from the stationary iron at an angle does it for me.

 

[clementishutin]

A photo montage can be seen in The Lounge, but there is no film on ribbon/bow work that I am aware of.