The Conversion Corral

[Desert dog]

Part IV
The hat arrived and the transformation is complete. From a tattered ladies hat to a beautiful fine panama that has years of wear left in it; if that's not a conversion I don't know what is. It is now one of the finest panamas I own. Still a spot here and there, but this is a hat with a (shady) past and I think that should at least show a bit. I could not be more happy with the work Fleur has done for me on this hat. Gorgeous light coloured and vented sweatband, the bow treatment was restrained to avoid it looking "busy", but the keeper lifts it up again. The crown patch is exquisite.
I award myself bonus points for seeing the potential, but the points for the save and the conversion results go to Fleur of Penumbra hat co. The end results:

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What a great save! I really enjoyed the step by step. A beautiful hat indeed! You also chose the ribbon that I would have.

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[steur]

DD, thanks! Collecting the pictures I gathered along the process and setting them in order was fun to do especially once you see the difference between start and finish.

 

[Bill Hughes]

Part IV
The hat arrived and the transformation is complete. From a tattered ladies hat to a beautiful fine panama that has years of wear left in it; if that's not a conversion I don't know what is. It is now one of the finest panamas I own. Still a spot here and there, but this is a hat with a (shady) past and I think that should at least show a bit. I could not be more happy with the work Fleur has done for me on this hat. Gorgeous light coloured and vented sweatband, the bow treatment was restrained to avoid it looking "busy", but the keeper lifts it up again. The crown patch is exquisite.
I award myself bonus points for seeing the potential, but the points for the save and the conversion results go to Fleur of Penumbra hat co. The end results:

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I did not know such a thing was even possible. That's a fantastic save. Just being able to spot the potential is pretty fantastic. VERY IMPRESSED!

 

[steur]

I did not know such a thing was even possible. That's a fantastic save. Just being able to spot the potential is pretty fantastic. VERY IMPRESSED!

Thanks, Bill. Much appreciated. Vintage panamas are rare here (we don't have the climate for them), so if something turns up I try to pay attention. Very happy it turned out this way.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Resistol 3X

As received:

Brim trimmed to 3” and the original crease removed.

After a little reshaping:

After I did all the hard work, I thought I’d let an up and coming hatter put on the finishing touches:

If he keeps up the good work this Art Fawcett guy might have a future in hats.





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[humanshoes]

Great conversion there DH. It's hard to beat Art's ribbon work.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Great conversion there DH. It's hard to beat Art's ribbon work.

Thanks. I left the colors etc. up to Art. Brim binding is way beyond me at the his point.


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[steur]

Resistol 3X

As received:

Brim trimmed to 3” and the original crease removed.

After a little reshaping:

After I did all the hard work, I thought I’d let an up and coming hatter put on the finishing touches:

If he keeps up the good work this Art Fawcett guy might have a future in hats.





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I'd say that's a success story alright, brent. Good call.

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

My Stetson 5X long hair is ready for a brim trim and re-flanging before it gets a new ribbon to cover up the glue damage from the crocheted band it originally wore.

As received:

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Hey Brent: just saw this. Looks alot like my WoolyBugger in color and fuzz.
In case you are still in process here’s a pic for ideas as a fedora.
Cool Convo!
B

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Part IV
The hat arrived and the transformation is complete. From a tattered ladies hat to a beautiful fine panama that has years of wear left in it; if that's not a conversion I don't know what is. It is now one of the finest panamas I own. Still a spot here and there, but this is a hat with a (shady) past and I think that should at least show a bit. I could not be more happy with the work Fleur has done for me on this hat. Gorgeous light coloured and vented sweatband, the bow treatment was restrained to avoid it looking "busy", but the keeper lifts it up again. The crown patch is exquisite.
I award myself bonus points for seeing the potential, but the points for the save and the conversion results go to Fleur of Penumbra hat co. The end results:

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OUTSTANDING Stephan:
All the more lovely because what it was and what it became!!
Quite the Convo Rescue Sir!
I thought about doing this as some fine women’s straws have unbelievable weaves not found in men’s straws.
Found one on Etsy, was almost gossamer. Went back to get it....gone!!
You inspire.
B

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Resistol 3X

As received:

Brim trimmed to 3” and the original crease removed.

After a little reshaping:

After I did all the hard work, I thought I’d let an up and coming hatter put on the finishing touches:

If he keeps up the good work this Art Fawcett guy might have a future in hats.





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Brent the proportions and finish on this hat are perfect for you. I think this hat is you!
Great work man!
B

 

[deadlyhandsome]

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Hey Brent: just saw this. Looks alot like my WoolyBugger in color and fuzz.
In case you are still in process here’s a pic for ideas as a fedora.
Cool Convo!
B

Thanks, Bowen. I took it as far as I was comfortable doing on my own and then sent it out to VS. If Art stays true to form I’ll have it back in 30ish days.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Brent the proportions and finish on this hat are perfect for you. I think this hat is you!
Great work man!
B

So I can stop looking for hats? [emoji4]

Those of us with hat sizes not conducive to vintage hats have to make our own way. Of course, Art deserves the most credit. I loved this hat as soon as I opened the box.

 

[Cornshucker77]

Part IV
The hat arrived and the transformation is complete. From a tattered ladies hat to a beautiful fine panama that has years of wear left in it; if that's not a conversion I don't know what is. It is now one of the finest panamas I own. Still a spot here and there, but this is a hat with a (shady) past and I think that should at least show a bit. I could not be more happy with the work Fleur has done for me on this hat. Gorgeous light coloured and vented sweatband, the bow treatment was restrained to avoid it looking "busy", but the keeper lifts it up again. The crown patch is exquisite.
I award myself bonus points for seeing the potential, but the points for the save and the conversion results go to Fleur of Penumbra hat co. The end results:

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Just WOW!!! Outstanding!

 

[Cornshucker77]

Resistol 3X

As received:

Brim trimmed to 3” and the original crease removed.

After a little reshaping:

After I did all the hard work, I thought I’d let an up and coming hatter put on the finishing touches:

If he keeps up the good work this Art Fawcett guy might have a future in hats.





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Beautiful!!! Art did the usual outstanding job.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Beautiful!!! Art did the usual outstanding job.

Art? I did a he hard part. No, really.


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[M Hatman]

Resistol 3X

As received:

Brim trimmed to 3” and the original crease removed.

After a little reshaping:

After I did all the hard work, I thought I’d let an up and coming hatter put on the finishing touches:

If he keeps up the good work this Art Fawcett guy might have a future in hats.





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THAT IS CONVERSION!!!!!! GREAT JOB!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!
M

 

[Cornshucker77]

Art? I did a he hard part. No, really.


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Great job!!

 

[scottyrocks]

Part IV
The hat arrived and the transformation is complete. From a tattered ladies hat to a beautiful fine panama that has years of wear left in it; if that's not a conversion I don't know what is. It is now one of the finest panamas I own. Still a spot here and there, but this is a hat with a (shady) past and I think that should at least show a bit. I could not be more happy with the work Fleur has done for me on this hat. Gorgeous light coloured and vented sweatband, the bow treatment was restrained to avoid it looking "busy", but the keeper lifts it up again. The crown patch is exquisite.
I award myself bonus points for seeing the potential, but the points for the save and the conversion results go to Fleur of Penumbra hat co. The end results:

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steur, I am truly impressed. Great save and a wonderful conversion.

 

[steur]

OUTSTANDING Stephan:
All the more lovely because what it was and what it became!!
Quite the Convo Rescue Sir!
I thought about doing this as some fine women’s straws have unbelievable weaves not found in men’s straws.
Found one on Etsy, was almost gossamer. Went back to get it....gone!!
You inspire.
B

Thanks, Bowen! It was well worth saving.