Wool felt capeline - Lilac

An essential base material for hat making, this capeline is an unstiffened piece, directly produced from the fulling of wool. It comes in a conical shape with a raw flat brim, ready to be shaped. Made exclusively from pure sheep's wool, it offers an excellent felting density (120 grams) ensuring good hold after blocking and stiffening. This item is intended for professionals, millinery students and hat-making artisans requiring a quality base for creating wide-brimmed hats.

Instructions for Use

• 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 controlled shrinkage needed for shaping on a block.

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

• 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 required (e.g.: permafix 50 or gum arabic).

• Cutting: The brim of the capeline (currently cm) can be cut to the desired final size and bound or hemmed according to the hat style envisaged.

Additional Information

• Composition: 100% sheep wool felt. Unstiffened

• Protection: Wool is susceptible to moth larvae (Tineidae). Cedar or moth repellent protection is imperative during prolonged storage.

• Sale: Item sold individually.

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

• Colour Accuracy: The indicated shade is Lilac. Slight dye batch variations are possible between different deliveries.

Technical Specifications

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

• Weight: Approximately 120 grams.

• Colour: Lilac.

• Approximate Dimensions (raw unformed state):

  • Total capeline diameter: 41 to 43 cm.

  • Maximum raw crown height: 14 cm.

  • Minimum raw brim width: 8 cm.

  • Raw head circumference: 62 cm.

Felt Care Instructions

The following advice applies once the felt has been made into a hat or if the base is being handled:

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

• Drying: In the event of moisture (water or steam), allow the felt to dry naturally in the open air at room temperature. Avoid any artificial heat source (radiator, hair dryer, etc.) to prevent shrinkage or distortion.

• Cleaning: Light stains can be treated locally with a clean, very slightly damp cloth, without abrasive rubbing.

Additional Note

Product photographs are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not contractually binding. The shade and visual appearance may vary slightly depending on the dye batch and screen settings. This item is sold individually.