Wool Felt Capeline 180gr - Magenta

Essential base material for hat making, this capeline is a non-stiffened piece, directly resulting from the fulling of the wool. It is presented in a conical shape with a raw flat brim, ready to be shaped. Composed exclusively of pure sheep's wool, it offers an excellent felting density (180 grams) ensuring good hold after blocking and stiffening. This article is intended for professionals, milliner students and hatmaker craftspeople requiring a quality base for creating wide-brimmed hats.

Usage tips

• Preparation (Blocking): The felt must be generously moistened with steam or by light soaking before any handling. The use of a stable steam source is recommended to soften the fibres and facilitate the shrinkage (the controlled shrinking) necessary for blocking.

• Blocking: The capeline is designed to be shaped on wooden hat blocks or specialised supports. Stretch the felt over the block to obtain the desired crown and brim. Secure firmly with argentine pins, wires and strings.

• Stiffener: the application of a liquid stiffener is necessary to give the felt the desired final rigidity, as this base is supplied without initial treatment. Choose a stiffener suited to the level of firmness desired (e.g. permafix 50 or gum arabic).

• Cutting: The brim of the capeline (currently 8-10 cm) can be cut to the desired final dimension and trimmed or hemmed according to the style of hat envisaged.

Additional information

• Composition: 100% sheep's wool felt. Not stiffened

• Protection: Wool is sensitive to moth larvae (Tineidae). Protection by cedar or anti-moth is imperative during prolonged storage.

• Sale: Item sold individually.

• Storage: Store the felt flat or rolled without excessive tension, sheltered from direct light, moisture and dust to preserve its colour and fibres.

• Colour Precision: The indicated shade is Magenta. Slight variations in dye batch are possible between different deliveries.

Technical characteristics

• Material: Virgin Wool Felt (100% Ovis Aries).

• Weight: Approximately 180 grams.

• Colour: Magenta.

• Approximate Dimensions (raw, unformed state):

  • Total capeline diameter: 41 to 43 cm.

  • Maximum raw crown height: 14 cm.

  • Minimum brim width (raw): 8 to 10 cm.

  • Head opening circumference (raw): 62 cm.

Felt care tips

The following advice applies once the felt has been transformed into a hat or to the base if it is handled:

• Brushing: Use a soft, clean brush. Always brush the felt in the same direction to maintain the uniform appearance of the surface.

• Dryness: In case of moisture (water or steam), let the felt dry naturally in the open air, at room temperature. Avoid any source of artificial heat (radiator, hairdryer, etc.) to prevent shrinkage or deformation.

• Cleaning: Light stains can be treated locally with a clean cloth that is very slightly moistened, without rubbing abrasively.

Additional note

The product photographs are provided for illustrative purposes and are not contractual. The shade and visual appearance may vary slightly according to the dye batch and screen settings. This item is sold individually.