I am captivated by the sculptural beauty of vintage hat blocks, particularly those which were used in the making of the fur felt and Panama hats we all covet, and thought I would start a thread to display their timeless, functional charm.
Starting off with my antique mall find from this past...
Much obliged for your kind comments!
I share your frustration in trying to find vintage hats, as more often than not the search for them is in vain. I believe that, regardless of geographic location, finding good quality vintage lids is an unpredictable proposition at best. As with many...
Thank you, and I meant every word!
Thanks, Ale. As Alan said, I am completely out of control lol, but the damage is not too bad considering that none of the hats have cost more than $30!
Thanks, Fellas!
Thank you, my friend. ;) Glad you like the crease. I have been experimenting, and this deep center crease seems to work best for me. The felt is out-of-this world, as you well know.
I have not fully absorbed the magnitude of my good fortune this past Saturday, for the...
Weekend Hat Bonanza
Summer may have passed us by, but unseasonably warm weather this weekend in Minnesota, and luck allowed me to indulge and wear straw one more time. It must have been my Mom and Dad, visiting from So. Cal, bringing the Zephyr along with them.
Photo credit for many of...
Compliments on a fine looking Adam, Paul! Adam hats were definitely great values in their day, as evidenced by the build and felt quality, and even a felted edge...all for $7.50!
I really like the color on this Cervo, Ale, looks great for early Autumn.
Gorgeous Borsalino, bond! Is it unlined?
I love the contrast of the felt against the rocks of the jetty. Are you by the lake?
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