DIY hat block using expanding foam #1

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In this video I’m experimenting with polyurethane foam (PU foam/expanding foam) to make a DIY hat block. Whilst I would always recommend buying a wooden hat block directly from a hat block maker, not everyone has the money to afford this when just starting out.
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→ Tools & Materials ←
Mould to be copied
Gaffer/duct tape
Scissors
Newspaper
A release agent (I used Vaseline)
Old rag
Clingfilm (or not...?)
Tape measure/rulers
Safety goggles
Facemask
Disposable gloves
2 part liquid polyurethane foam
Disposable containers (I used yoghurt pots)
Stirring sticks
Scales
Craft knife
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@ByIlonaMillinery 2 жыл бұрын

If you've enjoyed this video please like & subscribe 👍🔔, this really helps me grow and reach a larger audience ❤️ I post new videos or do a live stream from my studio every week ✨✨✨

@maisonirmgardhouseofirmgar5721 2 жыл бұрын

You are brilliant! Boy, do you know your methods cold…from start to finish. I costume antique dolls of the 1860s-70s and your methods are applicable to any era of historic costuming. Thanks so much for showing us all how. You’ve made me fall in love with mid-20th c millinery too. So much fun.

@alanhowse9213 Жыл бұрын

A very good demonstration by someone engaging and passionate about their subjects. Absolutely loved it.❤

@mconner132 Жыл бұрын

IIona, I am a seamstress and just started using KZfaq a lot recently. I am new to hat and facinator making and really appreciate all your videos. Each one is very informative. This one I really liked learning how to block. favourite2023

@chiamakao8560 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! The second one was perfect, great technique.

@Frunze42 2 жыл бұрын

What a marvelous hat! Thank you for your very detailed and interesting videos. I would love it if you also made videos about how hats are meant to fit, do they sit on whole head, or are attached like a fascinator, etc?

@ByIlonaMillinery 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you're enjoying my videos! I shall add your request to my video schedule 🙂

@incrediblectopus Жыл бұрын

You are very talented. It's inspiring me to try making some of these!

@sandychan480 Жыл бұрын

i love that hat on you! Great hue and shape!

@ankra12 Жыл бұрын

Loving your hat ❤

@robynwilliams460 5 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@kimbaxley7595 Ай бұрын

I use wood rasps to shape the foam. There are so many different ones. I can show you some of my favs if you would like.😊

@ByIlonaMillinery Ай бұрын

Thank you! Yes, I figured out wood rasps existed for this video where I restored wooden hat blocks: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jtCbaa93v5yZe2Q.html

@maisonirmgardhouseofirmgar5721 2 жыл бұрын

Fans: FYI “gaffer” tape is not the same as duct tape; it seems to be used by theatrical lighting techs due to its unique properties and composition which differ from duct tape.

@maisonirmgardhouseofirmgar5721 2 жыл бұрын

I need to know how you did the pre-blocked brim shape. Assuming one were starting from scratch, how would one first model the brim shape your pre-blocked wired buckram form is made from? (Maybe I’m just confused, but do I sound like I’m investigating the age-old “chicken or egg” theory?😂).

@ByIlonaMillinery 2 жыл бұрын

I think I mentioned in the video that I had previously blocked the wool felt on a block of that shape. I didn't end up using that blocked brim for that hat I was making at the time because the white felt had some staining on it. So I kept it, and it came in useful for "cloning" that shape.

@dressmaking Жыл бұрын

Came here to say that! I was like, did I miss a step??!?!

@Sylvia-Storm 2 жыл бұрын

Very clever of you, but I think I’ll just buy one. Haha.

@oyeniyiadedayo9825 Жыл бұрын

Good morning ma, I'm watching from Nigeria

@rosactaylor Жыл бұрын

Gosh, there is a lot of work in hat making. Can i just buy yiur finished work😂❤

@IndieAnnieJones1 Жыл бұрын

considering millinery as a fun craft this is great to get started! New subscriber!

@ByIlonaMillinery Жыл бұрын

Amazing!! Do share with me what you create. I have plenty of videos to get you started 😊👒

@IndieAnnieJones1 Жыл бұрын

@@ByIlonaMillineryThank you! Yes i see that and I loved your hat week event VLOG! Oh I am just playing around with items I already have but I created a fabulous Butterfly fascinator just last week!

@ruthfosuahappiah5926 2 жыл бұрын

Please Mom thanks I love it but what chemicals are you mixed to get it

@future288ify 2 жыл бұрын

What style hat are you wearing ??

@farscarriere3648 2 жыл бұрын

how did you make the mould?

@ByIlonaMillinery 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, I happened to have an old brim I had blocked ages ago lying around and wanted to copy it. But you can apply this technique to any shape - a plant pot, a fruit bowl, or what ever else you can think of!

@magicattic Жыл бұрын

Could I do this to make a slightly teardrop button block?

@ByIlonaMillinery Жыл бұрын

Hello! I suggest the wire frame method would work better, here is a video about wire frame blocks: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rdCPq92VvaqYp3k.html

@magicattic Жыл бұрын

@@ByIlonaMillinery I would love to see you make a teardrop pill or a teardrop button!

@elizbethsegu6502 2 жыл бұрын

Have you got old blocks to sell to me. I have only got one block that our tuitor sold to me

@ByIlonaMillinery 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Elizabeth, I do not sell any blocks, but if you are looking to buy a hat, please visit my website: www.byilona.co.uk/

@CraigsOverijse Жыл бұрын

amazing where you end up on youtube veryinteresting

@TealCheetah 2 жыл бұрын

Mmmm, forbidden cake

@ByIlonaMillinery 2 жыл бұрын

Very much a forbidden cake!!! I have made edible hats though: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pLqdjNt-r5ypo5s.html

@annlidslot8212 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, This is just a comment for the Mighty Algorithm of KZfaq. I hope it helps a little. By the way your hat i beautiful. Yours, Ann

@ByIlonaMillinery 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! 🥰

@elizbethsegu6502 2 жыл бұрын

What you don't like pls sell it to me. I am watching what you are doing as well.

@ByIlonaMillinery 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Elizabeth! If you are looking for extra help on your millinery journey please consider signing up to my patreon: www.patreon.com/ByIlonaMillinery