The Hat Channel Mag - January 2021

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The Hat Channel Mag gives you an insight into the life and story of the Peaky Blinder caps and how they became popular.

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There is hope for the future. Nothing will go back to the way it was. I remember when ....

Now is the start of our new lives. Each step will offer an exciting adventure. Our efforts will take us forward. First time experiences for our young people.

Businesses have changed. 2021 will offer new challenges with goals that we did not even realise we were moving towards.

There are opportunities to read detailed insight into millinery secrets that have taken decades to achieve. Nothing goes unnoticed with an eye for detail.

Hats, outfits and trims can all be added too.

Make time for yourself and celebrate each day.

There is an opportunity to take a ‘New Year’s Resolution’ in a new direction. All parts of our lives may benefit from a change. Let’s look at the possibilities.

Take time out to consider your next move. From young children to older generations, this may offer more than you realise.

The fashion industry has changed.

Everyone is more conscious of ‘fast fashion’ and the need to repurpose and recycle clothes for the future. Each issue this year will aim to focus on sustainability for hats. This month, a knitted garment will be transformed into a hat. A careful set of instructions with a clear video will guide you forward.

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PHOTOGRAPHY CREDIT. Page 4 - 6: Rafael Peinador Perez | Page 9 - 11: Lisa Newport Style | Page 14 & 15: Olga Geidane Page 18 - 21: Photos by Clara Breen. Model shot photos by James Champion December issue: Shout out to Hannah Christine Photography for Hats at Home imagery

WITHLOVE, would him into a

aim was to

career that

reach a standard

consumes his passion.

that would give him the

Not only did he adore

skills he needed to create

the work, he was on a

pieces that go ‘off the

mission - and still is - to

scale’ in shape, style,

reach perfection. Not

originality and

Rafael has set the bar

content with one or two

craftsmanship. No stone

high. He wants to learn

courses, he continued his

was left unturned.

new techniques and is

learning across all the

always striving to reach

disciplines of millinery. He

the next level. His

has been taught

adventure into hats came

by the best;

about by chance. Nothing

Sarah Cant, Ian

had prepared him for

Bennett, Sophie

what would happen.

Beale, Vivienne Lake and

A friend asked him to join

numerous

a Millinery Class for three

others, travelled

months. He said, ‘No, he

the globe,

wasn’t interested in hats.’

rubbed

His friend persisted as she

shoulders with

was unwilling to attend

‘milliner royalty’

alone. Who would have

and stepped up

thought that a supportive

his ideas to a

action from a friend

new level. His

A hat is not just a hat as

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Rafael explains, it is a story. There are links to the creator and his life, the wearer has links PHOTOS: ADRIAN PERLINSKI @CASIUS7979

and synergy too.

Currently making hats for Stephen Jones by day and working on his own creations in his spare time, hats are a major part of his life.

dramatic veiling. His ideas

Inspiration comes from

Earlier this year, he had to

come instantly and have

many different places.

give up his own studio

to be captured on paper

Water is often a striking

and now competes with

and later recorded in one

influence in his creations.

his family for ‘space at

of his journals. Some

Ideas start to move,

home’! He plans to find a

ideas hold and become a

opening up possibilities.

studio nearer to his home.

realisation while others sit

The fluidity in shape and

on the page. His journals

form share marked

When Rafael starts to

are full of new ideas

characteristics.

explain his work, he

waiting to become a

Sometimes a fabric

comes alive. Every detail

reality.

defines a new collection,

is exquisite. He builds his

how it falls and the way it

hats with a story and the

moves gives a clear path

person in mind. This

into each piece. Nature is

black creation was

often a factor in his work.

inspired by the playful nature of his daughter,

Furthermore, he is keen to

some mystery with a clear

fix items around the

shape. Made to

house; he has instilled

perfection, jet beads,

this strategy into his

petite ear silhouettes

children’s lives too. They

centred with a playful

always try to mend toys

bow and caged in

and home items before

replacing them. This

the product but the

philosophy has

unseen story is a rich

transferred to his

tapestry of ideas and

Looking ahead, Rafael

business. He reuses

playful themes that

already has a new

packaging and keeps his

harmonise together.

collection on his drawing

purchases as local as

to reach perfection.

board. No angle is left

possible. Plastic does

Rafa shared that he has

unturned. He really

have a place in his work

never been happier than

focuses on his ideas. This

with its flexible versatility,

he is now. As he nears 50,

new one is a shining light

so he uses it sparingly

his life and work are

of innovation. That’s all I

and always keeps off cuts

validated by his

can give away but The Hat

for future projects.

customers, colleagues

Channel will continue to

and family. His mother

keep you posted as Rafael

When planning a piece

was amazed that Rafael

moves forward!

with a customer he takes

had been invited to a

so many elements into

catwalk by a designer in

In his own words, Rafa

consideration. For

Madrid. She thought he

explained,

example, he created a

had done enough in his

fantasy hat for Rosie

first two years. He had

Tapner the TV presenter.

never expected to find

Her horse has a white

work that gave him this

flash on the forehead. He

feeling. Each new piece is

designed each petal into

a creation that he strives

this shape for her hat. The detail is second to none.

Beads, clasps and trims all feature in elegant positions to add texture and drama to hat. He brings the essence of his customer into his hat design in a natural and powerful way. The hat is

“ T H E R E I S LO V E BEHIND EVERYTHING I D O.”

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HATS AT HOME

THAT OLD

JUMPER As fashion becomes more

is soft to the touch; a hat

carefully. Using double

sustainable, we can all

is close to the head - if it‘s

thread, join the raw edges

consider repurposing a

too old it will disintegrate,

with over stitches that are

knitted sweater, cardigan

it won’t work.

close together. These

or top. You may wonder how ...

Well, I would like to share a way to take a sweater and turn it into a hat and so much more!

stitches have to hold the YOU WILL NEED:

knit formation. If you

Old sweater, 2 sheets

space them, go back over

newspaper, sharp scissors

the seam. This is the most

& paper scissors,

important action. (If this is

pencil/felt pen, Wool yarn

not done properly, the hat

and Wool needle

will fall apart!)

There are challenges and

Lay the sweater on a flat

The fun part is to develop

you have to be brave. A

surface. Look at the chest

the detail. The top can be

‘loved’ sweater is hard to

section and back first. You

gathered. There can be

part with. There may be a

need a finished line for

tucks sewn in, add

mark, something has

the edge of your hat.

buttons, sew appliqué

broken, or you may just

Measure your head and

sections or bobbles to

not like it anymore.

add 5 centimetres. Start

match or contrast. The

by drawing a simple

options are endless.

This could be something

beanie shape on the

from another member of

newspaper. Add a

More details are available

the family. Children grow

boarder of 5cm. Use this

on The Hat Channel TV.

out of clothes so fast. Any

to guide your position for

The sequence is mapped

knitted garment can work.

cutting. Place on the edge

out with accessories to

The main criteria is that it

to give a detail and cut

match too.

A LADY WITH A

A lady with a passion, Lisa Newport,

believes that

our clothes offer more than just a covering.

Clothes provide endless

opportunities to support how you feel. An outfit may build our confidence. Our ‘go to’ garments give us strength and

PASSION own personal character.

determination towards our goals.

She needed to fire up her world of colour with

From a world of make-up

energy and drama. Her

artists and designers, she

noteworthy styling

forged her career from a

business was born. Aware

background of Textiles

that celebrities use

and Fashion. Experience

professional styling

Lisa would tell us not to

in major brands to the

services, she felt sure that

underestimate our

British Colour Council her

she could help women in

choices. Her work

work took her towards

their everyday lives.

includes helping clients in

experiences that did not

Surrounded by textures,

so many ways. She uses

spark her interest. Caught

hues and tones offered

her four step style system

in a maelstrom of

her creative powers a

‘Drab to Fab!’ to help her

personal emotional

chance to move forward.

clients build up their

difficulties, she wanted to

confidence through a

execute some major

style that reflects their

changes.

A N O U T F I T M AY BUILD OUR CONFIDENCE.

... SHE COULD HELP WOMEN IN THEIR E V E R Y DAY L I V E S .

Her clients are

Lisa uses confidence and

groups to articulate their

transformed with advice

comfort as major factors

own feelings and identity.

on more than just the

when choosing clothes,

Empowered people make

outside. Starting from

and of course, no outfit is

strong choices.

within and offering

complete without a hat!

support to show their

The same rules apply

inner self was a top

according to our fashion

priority. No two people

guru. A wearer must feel

respond in the same way.

that to hat ‘works’. There is

Her work includes an

She has tailored her

no point in wearing the

alumni group that touch

programme to build up

wrong hat! Lisa explains

base from time to time. It

her client’s identity from

that some people like the

is an in-depth process

within to reflect on the

idea of a hat but feel self

that takes thinking and

outside and to define

conscious. Others wear a

development to a new

their sense of purpose.

hat to make a statement.

level. It is not a light

The clothes are the final

There is a whole spectrum

touch.

part of the process.

of levels that support hat wearing.

This goal sets her apart.

She examines lifestyle,

The development of her

the person, their

strategy has led to

personality and character

courses that run for a

to help impact on the

number of

goal. Using online

months. This is

meetings and sessions to

a journey

build a profile gives her a

that cannot

clear understanding to

be rushed.

create a ‘recipe’ that offers her clients a

Participants work

defining wardrobe of ‘go

in

to’ clothes that accentuates their inner being.

THERE IS NO POINT IN WEARING THE W R O N G H AT !

Gradually clients

support this is an

understand themselves

important part of her

to build on their

work. She encourages

knowledge and

people to ‘shop their

understanding.

wardrobe’ first. After that she takes them to Charity Shops. Lisa

S H E E N C O U R AG E S P E O P L E TO ‘ S H O P THEIR WARDROBE’ F I R S T.

uses new clothes as the last option.

She likes

Sustainability features

clients to

high in her work. Helping

experiment

clients make

and try new ideas. A new

choices

colour can be introduced

that

in a small element. There is no need to leap into a new wardrobe.

Lisa supports charity work with a keen focus on cancer charities. Her mum sadly suffered a brain tumour that cut her life short.

Lisa Newport's

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TO GET THE COLOUR RIGHT

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Hosting coffee mornings for

Make it relevant to your lifestyle!

Macmillan and donating from her glamorous

“ L I F E I S TO O S H O R T, YO U W A N T TO F E E L I T.” - L I S A N E W P O R T ’ S W O R D S TO L I V E B Y

‘Swish’ events gives her purpose in this field.

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THE

LANGUAGE O F H AT S ‘A B R I C K I N YO U R H AT ’ - someone is drunk

‘A L L H AT A N D N O C AT T L E ’ - sounds exciting but it does not come to much

‘ H A N G O N E ' S H AT (SOMEWHERE)’ - to live or take up residence somewhere

‘ T H R O W O N E ' S H AT I N TO T H E R I N G ’ - to announce that one is opting into something that will be a selection process

"Don't mind him, he just has a brick in his hat." "Seriously?

How is he drunk already!?"

" I n m y v i e w, t h e S e n a t o r s a r e a l l m o u t h a n d n o a c t i o n o r, a s w e s a y i n m y p a r t o f t h e c o u n t r y, a l l h a t and no cattle."

“George loves Dallas. He's decided to buy a house and hang his hat up there. Bill moves from place to place and never hangs his hat up a n y w h e r e .”

" H e h a s re s i s t e d t h e t e m p t a t i o n t o throw his hat in the ring and do b o t h j o b s s i m u l t a n e o u s l y. "

ROCK T H AT H AT

aspects of her life.

She has a passion to help people to feel

where she

comfortable - her training

grew up - her

has got her to ‘dig

Russian parents

deeper’ into behaviours

instilled strong values

to reach the core. So

and encouraged her

much around us

Olga Geidane can rock a ounce of energy to reach

she uses discipline in all

of Latvia

up to live life to the full. hat. She finds every

counselling to training;

influences us. Her research took her to

H AT S W E R E E S S E N T I A L I N T H E B L I S T E R I N G LY C O L D W E AT H E R . . .

her goals. She uses her

greater meaningful depths to include more than just our business

image to create a look

Opportunities to wear all

lives. She became aware

that lands with her

types of hats from furs to

that it embraced our

prospective clients. Her

felt to straw added to her

whole lives. There is a

confidence is tangible.

dressing up experiences.

connection beyond the

She wears her hats with flair and passion.

here and now, intertwined Now a mind coach and

are business and personal

international speaker, she

perspectives. Her insight

Hats were essential in the

considers her image in a

develops the whole

blisteringly cold weather

professional context. Her

person, giving

daily regime

relationships and work

offers a

decisions an equal

range of

weighting. Her work

activities that

spans emotional

prepare her

situations, behavioural

for a full day

action and mindset

of projects

expectation. A virtual hat

from

just isn’t enough.

coaching to

When you put on a hat

With a background in

you change. You are a

modelling and acting she

different person, it

learned a lot about

changes your personality.

herself.

A V I R T UA L H AT J U S T ISN’T ENOUGH.

Regarding hats, she recommends that readers have colour

Even a zoom call can be

analysis done to help

an occasion to wear a hat.

them frame their look.

Troubled by ‘Hat hair’ when she removes a hat, Olga still takes time to

H AT S H AV E S TO R I E S TO O.

choose the right hat. This makes her stand out in a

The hat has to be the

crowd or ‘disappear’ if

right colour for the

she doesn’t want to talk to

skin tone. After that, the

anyone. She recalls a pink

shape and size is open to

squashed, I suggested

fluffy fedora that was

preferences. A large brim

she give it a good shake.

admired by everyone and

can work, if you feel good

made her stand out as a

in it. The way you look

Whenever you choose a

‘stylish mum’! Hats have

correlates with how you

item to wear, do this

feel.

carefully. Colours you

stories too.

wear indicate your A loud hat may be too

personality. The first

much. If you want to play

seven seconds represent

with the hat, it can

the time it takes to give a

compliment your outfits.

‘first impression’ and

She advises that you buy

often a lasting image of

plenty of hats; I like to

you.

match my hat and gloves.

Learn how to look after

T H E M O R E YO U L E A R N T H E M O R E YO U E A R N .

your hats. When her Russian hat got

C H A N G E YO U M I N D S E T AT N E W L I F E K I C K S TA R T. C O M

T H E H I STO R Y O F. . .

PEAKY BLINDERS CAP

gang wore sharp suits,

impeccable coats with

underworld group were

amazing caps. This look

driven by poverty to

was favoured by

pickpocket and steal. A

members of the ‘Peaky

A lethal weapon that

lack of work made young

Blinder’ gang. The caps

came out of nowhere.

men idle; crime became a

continued to be used to

Hidden in the brims of

way of life. This gang built

create havoc in their

their Peaky Blinder Caps

up their reputation to

fights.

were blades, sewn into

become notorious

the rigid peak edge! With

criminals that dominated

one strike of the cap the

the area.

aggressor could take out their unsuspecting victim.

The antics of the gang were captured in a fiction base historic

A LETHAL WEAPON T H AT C A M E O U T OF NOWHERE.

tale. With some truths from the past, the ‘Peaky Blinders’ was

A notorious gang in

written into a screen

Birmingham, went by the

play. Adapted for a

name ’Peaky Blinders’,

television series with

from local slang at the

gang activity, violence

time, a ‘Blinder’ was

and a mounting

someone who looks

wealth all added to

particularly smart. This

their credibility. The

THE CAPS CONTINUED TO B E U S E D TO C R E AT E H AV O C I N THEIR FIGHTS.

The Peaky Blinder cap

Blinder cap became

was modelled on the

more popular it was

Baker Boy cap. Made with

known as ‘Golf Cap’ for

quality wool, this cap is an

a short time, later it

eight section crown

became ubiquitous with

linked to a band with a

driving a new sports

rigid peak. This design

cars. Taken on as an

continues to be popular.

iconic style for the

Made with natural fibres

Cheltenham Races, in

of wool and incorporating

the early 20th Century

linens and silk even more

the Peaky Blinders cap

exotic caps are made. But

gave the wearer a

contrary to thier history,

‘sharp’ image.

there are no blades in the peak now!

THE PEAKY BLINDER CAP WAS MODELLED O N T H E B A K E R B OY C A P.

This eight section crown was a descendant of the flat cap worn in Victorian times. As the Peaky

quality tweed and wool fabrics. Other materials

Today, the Peaky Blinder

are also used to add

cap is a popular choice

drama to a well known

for men and women. The

and loved cap.

cap gives the wearer height on the crown, a versatile peak and an opportunity to move the

Tips for

choosing your F L AT C A P

cap around the head. It continues to be made of

GET THE FIT RIGHT

If your hat is too big or small it will look all wrong. You want it to fit like a baseball cap – gently snug around the sweatband without being too tight.

You may need to refer to a hatmaker to determine your size.

S T I C K TO T H E C L A S S I C S The wool, tweed and cotton hats have stood the test of time. Try avoiding the non-traditional materials, such as leather or denim.

BUY THE BEST

There are times when there is no substitute for good quality, and this is one of those times. Look for 100% natural fabric for the best insulation and breathability.

TURN

HEADS

Judy Bentinck took time

catwalk cutting edge

out from her busy

style and celebrity

schedule to share her

recognition, her

Her customers come from

personal and

achievements span a

near and far in her global

professional hat world

twenty year millinery

market place. Every

with us. Her customers

experience and make her

commission is tailored to

enjoy the memorable

the ‘go to milliner’ for

an individual. Some

image that her hats

2021.

people have a clear idea

create. With silhouettes that add drama to an event,

HER DESIGNS ARE I N N O VAT I V E .

of what they want. Judy She creates hats that standout in a

works tirelessly to help them reach the best ‘look’

crowd. Her

to match their style that

designs are

offers a statement on their

innovative.

Her use of

character too. She explains that her

materials is a dream

customers must feel

formation. Having studied

comfortable in their hat.

textiles and printing at

This entails an image and

university, her knowledge

detail to make the hat or

gives her the edge to

headpiece unique.

push a shape to its limit and create a new exciting

Over the years Judy,

form. This reflects her

nestled in a Cockpit Arts

skills as a milliner.

Studio in Holborn, has

customers loving their hats.

She lets them try on the hat ‘they think’ will work best printed textile

first, after that she places the style that is

invited students to

designer training took her

harmonised with their

participate in millinery

into theatre costume

proportions; head size,

training. Her strategy

making and designing.

shape, height and

allows each student to

She later deviated from

features that all add to a

follow an individual path

her Art and Design

final look. Her philosophy

while learning the skills.

teacher training to learn

is, ‘Wear something that

She has a relaxed nature

millinery skills with Rose

makes you feel

that veils her exacting

Cory, the late Queen

comfortable, then forget

standards that she

Mother’s milliner. It was

what is on your head.’ Her

expects of herself and her

eye opening as she knew

customers usually choose

students. High demands

that this was what she

her selection as it reflects

offer a clear pathway to

wanted. The opportunity

an elegant style.

improving techniques

to design and make hats

with stunning results.

was propelled forward.

. . . E X AC T I N G S TA N DA R D S T H AT S H E EXPECTS OF HERSELF AND HER STUDENTS.

Even as a child, Judy loved wearing hats. Her

She knows which hat will work best for an individual when they meet. Her instinct has always resulted in all her

“WEAR SOMETHING T H AT M A K E S YO U F E E L C O M F O R TA B L E , T H E N F O R G E T W H AT I S O N YO U R H E A D.” - J U DY B E N T I N C K ’ S TO P A D V I C E F OT H AT W E A R I N G

As we look closer at

The silhouette of her work

adorned with feathers for

Judy’s work, she explains

uncovers a treasure trove

a head that wants to

that the ‘Halo look’ will

of experience. Judy was

embrace an elegant look.

continue. A new design

offered some vintage hat

A clearly sustainable

with Kintab - sinamay with

blocks to add to her

approach to hat making,

a lurex weave. Coaxed

extensive collection that

Judy chooses natural

into shape with blocking

make up into elegant

fibres. Nothing goes to

net and a sharp

winter hats at this time of

waste. Using collection

Petersham edge this hat

year. Not only is the

bins of material to reuse

has a fabulous shaped

shape a little different, as

and repurpose.

brim in a halo formation.

it hugs the head, the

Furthermore, the accent

whole hat gives a little

Her style caught the

leaf shaped velvet and

height to the crown and

attention of HRH Princess

dupion silk trim offer

offers the wearer an

Beatrice. She was

stunning results. The back

image from the past, a

commissioned to make a

of the hat has a signature

moment at this time and a

halo but wanted it to be

angle to balance the

future to wear for

so much more. A Tudor

whole look and add

upcoming events. A truly

inspired shape was

drama.

sustainable choice

designed by Judy to result in a complex wire shape built up with sinamay and covered in silk giving a clear silhouette that her Royal Highness wore to ‘The Trooping of the Colours’.

This showed the world the exquisite work of Judy Bentinck. Hello Magazine increased her international coverage with links to her website too.

A TUDOR INSPIRED S H A P E W A S B U I LT U P. . .

combination of parts, the way the hair falls around the head, the

After sharing some

angle of the hat and

cocktail pieces,

the outfit all

fascinators and

compliment the style

headbands that flow

to give a memorable

around the head, she has

look.

promoted memorable images on Zoom.

Judy revealed a glimpse

Headbands are elegant

of her tremendous new

member of ‘The British

and versatile.

collection. A sea creatures

Hat Guild’ and a member

theme was inspired by a

of the ‘Worshipful

Her work with students

documentary, ‘My

Company of Feltmakers’

led her to write a book

Octopus Teacher’ and the

she represents some

and put together a kit for

need for the Horseshoe

highly skilled

individuals to make their

Crab in the testing of the

organisations. Together,

own fascinators. Her kits

COVID19 vaccine. Using

they support new

are real, thought out and

fluid fabrics, shapes and

milliners in a variety of

offer a step by step guide

movement all contributed

ways and continue to

to creative your own

to the pieces in this

promote and support

‘masterpiece’. As Judy

collection. From recycled

British hat makers.

explained, a hat can be a

materials, marine elements and fluid

Her studio is moving and

sculptures hats will

the new collection is

emerge into the

developing with an

‘Atlantis

abundance of sketches. A

Collection’.

new space, the same light

. . . F LU I D SCULPTURES H AT S W I L L EMERGE...

As a founder

and familiar surrounds, so the creative adventure continues.

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When did the ‘Perch Hat’ become popular?

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The ‘Percher Hat’ appeared in the 1950s as a remodelling of the cocktail hat. Just as the name describes it perches on the head, so the action became the name of the hat. Fixed by some millinery wizardry to the head! The shape is more angular than previous designs.

C O U L D T H E R E B E A N A N G L E R S ’ TA L E . . . ? ...that will have to be left to your imagination!

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February 2021

Sports cars and hats come together in stylish combinations with David Jones and ‘The Helluvit Sports Car Club’. Shining chrome and wool tweed hats have a unique look.

A talented Mexican milliner, Gynna Ariza has an amazing story to tell. Her hats have travelled far and wide in most unexpected ways. Her designs capture her customers with style and originality.

Lara Lauder gives us a style make over for the New Year. There is so much to consider and wonderful opportunities to explore.

Music and hats give a toe tapping opportunity to chat to Jason Kouchak.

Mavi and Jenny at Majesa extend their best wishes to the Hat Channel and wish it many years of readership and success!

Panamas are are made from thethe natural Toquillapalm palmand and it takes several for skilled Panamas made from naturalfibres fibresof ofthe the Paja Paja Toquilla it takes several daysdays for skilled Ecuadorian craftspeople make onehat hatusing using traditional traditional skills have remained unchanged for for Ecuadorian craftspeople to to make one skillswhich which have remained unchanged centuries.

Majesa/The Panama Hatcompany company founded founded by born Jenny Froehlich has has beenbeen centuries.

Majesa/The Panama Hat byEcuadorian Ecuadorian born Jenny Froehlich buying panama straw from around 500 self employed weavers in Ecuador for over 30 years and now runs runs buying panama straw from around 500 self employed weavers in Ecuador for over 30 years and now daughter Mavi.The Thecompany company has selection of Panamas in Europe the company withwith herher daughter Mavi. hasthe thewidest widest selection of Panamas in Europe the company covering over 200 colours and every panama weave quality. The hat making team in Luton block, cut, covering over 200 colours and every panama weave quality. The hat making team in Luton block, cut, edge, bind and trim small batches of panamas using traditional hat making machinery to the highest edge, bind and trim small batches of panamas using traditional hat making machinery to the highest standards. As Jenny says "Every panama is a work of art made by at least 7 craftspeople and many many standards. As Jenny says "Everystages....they panama is adont work of art made by at least 7 craftspeople and many many know how clever they are !" stages....they dont know how clever they are !"

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