Remoldeling an old hat

[Tatted Lady]

Hi everyone,,,

This is not really a "class", but thought I would put it here.

I needed a hat to match my dress for my MIL's friend to wear.

So here goes.

Old straw hat I have had for years and years. Have worn it everywhere, the beach, yard, and yes even CAS!!

[Tatted Lady]

Pushed down the top and sewed it together to hold the shape.

Then added gathered lace around the top and made a lace flower.

[Lazy K]

Thanks, TL.

I always like to see "why didn't I think of that?" ideas.

[Tatted Lady]

Added some roses and ribbon, and some feathers, and came out pretty good.

And the dress its for.

TL

[Lazy K]

Very nice!

[Drusilla]

Looks just great! I remake my hats when they start wilting or looking worn, recycling is a GOOD thing!

[Fannie Kikinshoot]

Too cool! I did a "remodel" on a straw hat when I made the Rebel Yell CanCan outfit. I guess we are finally starting to get the hang of all this eco-system recycling thing, huh?:rofl

[Nellie Blue]

Too cute!!!!

[Kitty Phann]

Way cool. Thanks!

[Madame Olive Yew]

Tatted Lady, Is that the same dress you wore to The Last Stand? I remember it being beautiful. The hat will make it even more wonderful. Hmm, I have a straw hat I'm not thrilled with, I might try this on it. Thank you for a great idea!

[Ida Hands]

That hat is WONDERFUL! :tban

[Tatted Lady]

MOY, yes it is. Thanks for all the coments, and yes you can post other things I could do to it.

I won't be mad!! Any help is wanted.

It really is a day dress, so I needed a hat.

I purchased the feather from Sassy Teton Lady at "The Last Stand".

One day I will make a hat (from scratch), when I have some time.

I don't have a business, but my sewing room is closed to all family and friends until I get caught up on everything I want and need to sew for myself.

Sound familiar!!!

TL

PS... I forgot to tell you, that my MIL (90) and her friend (86) are doing a fashion show of clothes their mother and grandmother might have worn. They were so excited to try on my clothes. Just like kids in a candy store.

They picked out tatted gloves and purses, hats everything. One is even going to wear my corset. I told her (whisper mode on), it will put your boobs where they used to be!! I'll bet they're still laughing. I just hope she doesn't want to keep it!!! Pics after Sunday.

Can't wait to show pic of them. They are so excited

[Lazy K]

How wonderful. Can't wait to see the pics!

[Chantilly]

:ty for sharing your ideas! Love that lace rose!!

How fun for your MIL and friends! Lord...I can see us doing that in the future!! Oh wait...we already do!

[Allie Mo]

Hi TL,

Who would have thought that "ugly duckling" would be a swan some day. Congratulations on the recycling! It is a perfect sunny day hat.

[Sweet Violet]

Great job on your remodel TL!! I love how you pushed the crown down!!! I believe I will be implementing that in the future!! Thank you!! The finished hat is awesome!!

[Tatted Lady]

Well, finally I can get a minute to post the pics.

They really had a good time.

[Bloomin']

Aren't those two just the sweetest?! Thank you for sharing the pictures!!

[Tatted Lady]

A few more.

My MIL (90)is in the Gold and Black and her neighbor (86) in the purple.

[Iona Vaquero]

I sure wish I look that good when I'm 90. How wonderful that they're still so active.

[Lazy K]

Just goes to show, you're never too old to play dress up. They both look great!

[Allie Mo]

Oh my gosh TL, that reminds me of when my MIL (84) came over in June and tried on my costumes. She plans to borrow them for a church history day and a cruise. I think she had a blast trying on things and posing for the camera.

BTW, I love that gold and black costume! WOW!

[Fannie Kikinshoot]

Oh my gosh, those are great pictures!! Those ladies have the biggest smiles on their faces. TL, you are such a sweetie to do that. They look as if they were having a fabulous time.

[Lady LaSalle]

OMGOSH! How did I miss this?
#1 That hat idea is way cool!

#2 Your MIL and neighbor are a hoot and a half in those dresses! Too bad they didn't have a good time. They really need to smile more!!!:lool

[Duzy Wales]

What a wonderful idea, TL! :ty It is amazing to me how creative y'all are!

The pictures of the ladies are priceless and they look beautiful! :tban

[Lizzie Marie]

How very happy they look.....great job on the hat

[Greeneyed Gypsy]

Look how happy they are!! Tatted what a wonderful gift to have such fun ladies in your life!! They look fantastic!!