Design & make hats - Karen Henriksen

Design and Make Hatsprovidesa thoroughly beautiful and comprehensive introduction to the craft of millinery.First the author discusses design and inspiration, and then she takesthe reader through a survey of the materials and techniques generallyused in millinery. Then the reader is guided through fourteenfashionable hat designs, easy to make from inexpensive andaccessible fabrics and components, clearly laid out in an instructiveand attractive design. Each project is set out in a simple andstraightforward way, starting with an image of the finished piece,listing the supplies you will need and the basic tools required, thenfollowing with an illustrated making sequence. Even absolute beginnerscan confidently and successfully tackle all the projects. Finally thereis a section of pattern-cutting, taking you through a variety of stylesand shapes. By the end of the book you will feel confident enough tocomplete a variety of hats, as well as design your own unique styles.