Materials & Equipment
Sinamay is a fine straw derived from the banana plant, it is available in a wide variety of colours. Once stiffened, it can be blocked and moulded into a variety of shapes.
Buckram is a sized gauze. It can be steamed, stretched and shaped, then covered with fabric of choice.
Wool/fur felts are used extensively in millinery and can be moulded and shaped with relative ease.
Feathers can be stripped, curled, dyed and acid burnt to create an effect.
WARNING - DO NOT EXPOSE HEADWEAR TO DAMPNESS, BE IT RAIN, MIST OR STEAM. IT WILL LOOSE IT'S SHAPE.
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