the brimmed beanie
I made my first hat! I used this video tutorial from Threadbanger.com. (love them!!) I used an old white sweater I picked up from the Salvation Army for about $1 a few months ago. I left the raw edge on the outside for a little more interest. It took about two hours start to finish since I had to improvise some of the instructions due to using a sweater that was a bit too small. But I think it turned out alright for my first try… I’ve already got “orders” to make some for The Hubs and his friend.
Tags: beanie, brimmed beanie, recycled, refashion, sweater
April 10th, 2008 at 7:25 pm
I LOOOOOVE your hat whit!!! You look super cute!!!!
April 11th, 2008 at 2:52 am
It looks great! I will definitely have to check that out. I got one of my fabrics recently for my summer dress patterns. It’s a lighter pink (not too light though) with brown polka-dots. Can’t wait to have the time to try and make one of my dresses!!! I’m still waiting on my yacht/sailor fabric :o(
But yeah … love the hat!!
April 12th, 2008 at 12:51 pm
ok so for your “rough” edge, you just left is “inside-out” basically? I really like that little touch. I think I’m going to go try making one now. I also have a small brim ready and am going to make Bruce Lee one. Just need to get elastic for a “chin” strap. :op
April 12th, 2008 at 5:24 pm
Love your blog Whit!!! And the hat is supercute. I wish I had any kinds of creative bones in my body….. it sorta stopped with the singing and the music……
April 14th, 2008 at 11:12 am
When are you going to make me one!?! I think you did a great job. For everyone out there…it looks so much better in person even though it looks great online! I want a black one!