Description
The Gossamer hat is a Trish Raine-developed hat, handmade by fusing merino wool and chiffon silk in a process of wet felting (nuno felting). This hat has silk on the outside of the hat, and is lined with a different silk. A thin layer of merino wool is felted between the two layers of silk essentially “gluing” them together. This means that it will be comfortable on your head, soft on your hair and will breathe, allowing air to flow right through.
This gossamer hat is a VERY thin felt and as such does not have much structure to it so will easily fold up in a purse. Each fold is hand-sewn into place to keep the shape of the hat. The edge of the hat is also silk, a comfortable band to have against your forehead.
This hat is wonderful for fall or spring, or if you have cooler summer nights. It is good in the winter, but not warm enough for very cold temperatures (but fits fabulously under a hood)! Perfect to be worn inside, and with silk as a liner, gentle on one’s scalp if experiencing hair loss. It will not crush your curls!
This hat fits a small head 21.5-22.25″. If you have questions about fit, please let me know.
“All you really need in life is some fresh water, a good hat and a really good pair of shoes” – Shirley MacLaine
