The Art of the Hat.

There is a history behind Higson’s craft. He uses a variety of antique tools, including sewing machines that are no longer in production and wooden hat blocks that been used to shape hats for over a century.

Felts are first chosen by colour and quality, then steamed, placed over wooden blocks and ironed to give them their basic form. The fur felt is then sanded and brushed to a soft smooth finish, while the crown is steamed and hand shaped to give the hat its distinctive style. Brims are measured and cut to the desired length, and soft leather, metal, or ribbon sweatbands are sewn in by hand for comfort and support. Vintage fabric is sewn and fitted to the inside and leather inner band is stamped for personally for you.

Finally the hats are finished with an assortment of ribbons, trims, trinkets and feathers to give each one its own unique look and feel…telling your story.