Recent content by 5panellady

Thanks Ladies. I haven't even thought to look at Etsy for fabrics. Great suggestion!

Thanks. Will check them out.

Thanks so much. I did google those questions actually. The internet contains so much information and so little of it is useful. Too bad really. :( This site is just one of my many resources. Thanks though, and yes, we have done what you suggested (taken hats apart).

I'm a bit puzzled, are we talking about gents lids or ladies chapeaux? I am referring to both but I am mostly interested in 5 panel hats (for my son).

Thanks Randall!

Hi Ladies, I am in constant search of beautiful vintage fabrics to use for hat making, clothing, etc. On an offbeat note, I am also interested in organic cottons and bamboo materials. Does anyone have any suggestions on some of the best retail and wholesale fabric stores online to find these...

Hi Ladies. I am new to the world of sewing hats and I have been researching the best sewing machine for business purposes. I need a machine that can sew through most any material for vintage hat making including a bill. Singer recommended some very expensive industrial grade machines because one...

P.S. Still looking for the answers to these questions if anyone is willing or knowledgable in these specific areas.

So sorry. I am a bit out of the loop with how this kind of thing works. Most likely because I spend my days around middle school students who are always lacking etiquette? :p Introduction: I'm a 28-year-old teacher from Colorado. I am very creative mostly in the musical, writing, and jewelry...

Hey Guys. A few questions I am hoping to get answered. I'm new to this lounge and may have posted in the wrong place. 1. Does anyone know what type of industrial sewing machine has a steam wand for the finishing process of 5 panel caps? I hear they exist, but that is all I can figure out. 2...

P.S. Maybe we have different definitions of "cheeky" from Germany to Colorado?

Thanks Frank!

Cheeky? I'm an English teacher and maybe it just came off that way because of how I talk. I seriously am interested and am excited to learn. It is all mysterious to me because I personally am in the learning process. No "cheekiness" intended. I will and am learning, but do you have answers to...

Thanks! Thanks. I will check it out :o

Hey Guys. Hat making is one of those mysterious arts that I deeply want to understand. I am learning to sew right now and the style I am interested in learning about are 5 panel hats and some kind of style between a women's vintage flattop hat or newsboy cap. I would greatly appreciate any help...