For my first foray into historical costuming the Edwardian era, I wanted to keep things light and simple. During these quarantimes, I’m working on stash-busting sewing projects, so to match my new coastal blue linen Edwardian walking skirt, I chose a casual look. It’s hot here in Houston, and if/when I wear this anywhere, I want to stay cool. Might even go to Galveston and stroll along the beach like so many black and white photos from this time period. Coastal boater it is!
[Related: My First Foray into the Edwardian Era]
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Supplies
Ridiculously cheap costume boater hat: Skimmer Hat, Amish Hat, Boater, Straw Hat, Sailor, Roaring 20’s – Costume Accessories by Tigerdoe
1 1/4″ black grosgrain ribbon: Humphrey’s Craft 1-1/2 Inch Black Grosgrain Ribbon – 25 Yards
Rooster feathers: Sowder Rooster Hackle Feather Fringe Trim 5-7″ in Width Pack of 5 Yards(Black)
Tea (12 bags for this project)
So I tea stained the hat, darkening it just a little bit, and let it dry outside with a heavy flat thing to keep the crown flat. I read reviews that the brim could be ironed, but I didn’t need to. In one evening I covered the existing 1″ band with the wider grosgrain ribbon, a double bow, and some rooster feathers that I curled with my fingernail. I hot glued all of it…so satisfying! Talk about a fast project!