felted hats

Fashion is cyclical, and now a new round takes us to the 4th-5th centuries BC. It was then that the first felted products were created: carpets, hats, shoes.

Felting is a technique for creating clothes, toys and interior items from unspun wool. What used to be the basis of survival and protection from the cold has now become the subject of art and unlimited scope for creativity. It is worth saying that the technologies have practically not changed between this, except that the tools for felting have become more convenient.

Today, like many years ago, there are two types of felting:

• dry - to create a three-dimensional product, for example, toys, jewelry and jewelry;
• wet - to create clothes, shoes, hats, blankets, panels.

Each of the types is based on the property of the fibers to tangle with each other, forming a dense single web. In dry felting, the wool balls stick together due to repeated piercing with special needles. It is worth saying that this method is also used to decorate finished products, for example, hats, with various patterns and ornaments.

Felt products are created by wet felting.This technique requires wool, soap, a special apparatus for felting, or a stick or rolling pin, as in the days of our grandmothers.

A felted hat is a unique handmade product. To possess it is a great and warm happiness, and to make it yourself is a skill worthy of praise. Fashion influences felted hats, and now classic hats acquire a youthful style, become modern and very fashionable.

The Georgian or Svan hat embodies the rich color of Georgia. In this country, they are sure that such a hat is a talisman, a priceless gift and just a universal thing.

Svanka has a rounded shape and sits freely on the head, thanks to which it is not hot in it and, according to Georgians, the headache and stress of a hard day pass.

Of the modern models, a hat with delicate draperies in the shape of a rose stands out brightly. The process of its manufacture includes the technique of wet felting. At the last stage, the crown of the cap is twisted, creating "rose petals". From the wrong side, the petals are securely reinforced with stitches, so the model will not lose its presentable appearance for a long time.

But the original Watermelon hat for a bath can be a gift option for yourself or your loved ones. It can be done in two ways:

• half a watermelon with a peel;
• red watermelon with seeds.

The first option will be created using the wet felting technique, while the second includes a combination of methods. So, the red base of the cap is created in wet felting, and the seeds are later attached in dry technique with a special needle.

British artist Barbara Keel created stylish hats with horns. In the technique of wet felting, hats with sheep, deer and other horns are created in her hands. Vivid photos of her family in handmade hats explode the Internet and cause a lot of people who want to repeat such models.

Well, recreating the model is not difficult, because it is made like an ordinary felt hat, and later horns are attached to it.

Another model of a hat, similar to the model with horns, is a model of a felted hat with ears. The ears of a seductive kitty look interesting and sexy on a Svanka-style hat, complemented by a modest visor.

A felted hat is made today so skillfully that it easily fits any type of outerwear. For example, a felt hat with fur trim looks luxurious in combination with a fur coat or wool coat. Original models with horns and ears are also suitable for a youth jacket or down jacket.

Felt hat decorated with natural silk will appeal to young girls and women. Fashionable free cut and ruffles make the model versatile for any combination.

A great option for a felt hat for a fun photo shoot is a hat-cap with contrasting inserts and original flagella on the crown.

A cute and funny hat with deer horns will make a youth look bright and memorable.

An amazingly beautiful set of a hat, gloves and a scarf made of merino wool in mustard colors will refresh any look and emphasize the delicate taste of the owner.

Animal hats are at the peak of popularity today.Why not choose felt as a material? A fluffy panda with cute ears is ideal for a youth look.

Looking for an option for a children's party? Take a closer look at the cute Chanterelle hat model in a bright orange hue. The naturalness of the material will give comfort, and originality will allow you to become a princess of the holiday.

A boyarka hat in saturated colors is a bright detail of a casual look.