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Virtual Button and Brim
October 12, 2021 - October 13, 2021
- Learning how to block a button and brim using traditional techniques of steaming and pinning over a vast choice of wooden blocks.
- Practical knowledge of how to edge with wire and a bias piece and also create different brim edgings.
- Learning the techniques involved for sitting the button under the crown to create a Dior Style Look
- Knowledge of balancing trim positioning and finishing a hat to couture standard.
Level – Advanced
You will need:
4 -5 metres of sinamay (should you work fast and wish you could also use this technique to also create a Parisisal button and brim hat – if so you will also need a large Parisisal Capeline)
2 metres of brim reed or spring wire
1.5 metres of petersham
Brim Block
Round Button Block
You will leave with:
- A finished button and brim hat.
- Knowledge of how to technically create a button and brim hat in order to make more.
- Inspiration and knowledge in how to adapt this technique to create different looks with different materials