My 2nd homemade hat

In-depth discussion of the Fedora of Indiana Jones and all other hats appearing in the Indiana Jones movies

Moderators: Indiana Jeff, Dalexs

Post Reply
User avatar
Mark Brody
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 938
Joined: Fri May 04, 2007 7:16 pm
Location: Omaha

My 2nd homemade hat

Post by Mark Brody »

I made a new hat.
It’s the second one I’ve made.
The first one was brown.

I made this one black.
I need something different
To be “The Spirit”.

It’s for Halloween.
I made it for my costume.
I hope it works well.

Image

Image

Image

Here’s a pic of me.
It’s not my Spirit Costume.
I’m just wearing black.

Image
theinterchange
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1705
Joined: Wed Feb 20, 2008 11:47 am

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by theinterchange »

Good work! I remember the first hat you made turned out quite well, too.

How did you like doing the bound edge? I like the bow knot detail you added.

Randy
User avatar
Mark Brody
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 938
Joined: Fri May 04, 2007 7:16 pm
Location: Omaha

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by Mark Brody »

The bound edge was hard.
I spent two days on the hat;
One, just on the edge.

The bow is simple-
In my mind, the most basic.
That was my intent.
User avatar
Strider
Legendary Adventurer
Legendary Adventurer
Posts: 3215
Joined: Sun Oct 24, 2004 4:16 am
Location: Oklahoma

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by Strider »

Excellent! I am also doing a Spirit costume this Halloween, except I just opted to go with a Fed IV in black. I'm curious, though; why did you choose a bound brim? I thought The Spirit's hat was raw edged?

Image
User avatar
Mark Brody
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 938
Joined: Fri May 04, 2007 7:16 pm
Location: Omaha

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by Mark Brody »

I like the Fed IV.
I considered getting that,
But I like this hat.

Bound edges are cool.
It's not just a costume hat-
I'll wear it often.
User avatar
binkmeisterRick
Stealer of Wallets
Posts: 16926
Joined: Thu Mar 11, 2004 3:22 pm
Location: Chattering with these old bones

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by binkmeisterRick »

I have to admit
that I am quite entertained
by all your haiku.
:TOH:
User avatar
Mark Brody
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 938
Joined: Fri May 04, 2007 7:16 pm
Location: Omaha

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by Mark Brody »

Thanks for noticing, Bink. I wasn't sure how much longer I could keep that up!

To better respond without the syllabic restrictions, I was on the verge of getting a black Akubra, but I really wanted to make another hat, and this was a perfect opportunity. While I could have tried to make my hat as accurate as possible to the hat from the movie, I'd rather just make a black hat that I'll enjoy wearing. While I made a few mistakes on this one, I like the overall appearance more that the Spirit's hat. In other words - I did no research. I just made the black hat that I like.

I probably spent about 8 hours working on the bound edge. I thought about doing it with the sewing machine, but that would have been very unforgiving if I were to make a mistake. As I sat in front of the TV for hours sewing the binding, I couldn't help but think how much it was looking like an Amish hat.

As for the bow, I debated whether or not to do a double bow, and settled on the single bow. I wanted to make what I consider the most classic fedora. Maybe I'll do something more fancy with my next hat.
User avatar
Strider
Legendary Adventurer
Legendary Adventurer
Posts: 3215
Joined: Sun Oct 24, 2004 4:16 am
Location: Oklahoma

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by Strider »

It's a fantastic hat, whether solely for costume purposes or as a dual purpose hat to look sharp. Great effort, Mr. Brody. :clap:
User avatar
MustangLoverMex
Archaeologist
Archaeologist
Posts: 346
Joined: Mon Jun 16, 2008 12:23 am
Location: Mexico City

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by MustangLoverMex »

Congrats my friend! Looks amazing.
Regards,
-Alfonso
User avatar
Mark Brody
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 938
Joined: Fri May 04, 2007 7:16 pm
Location: Omaha

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by Mark Brody »

Tundrarider, it's not as bad as one might think. It takes an awful lot of patience, and the ability to adapt when your technique doesn't work, but in the end, it's a fun project. I imagine the boots and jacket would be the most difficult to make, followed by the hat and pants. What do I know, though? I've only made the hat.
WConly
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1715
Joined: Tue Aug 10, 2004 2:20 am
Location: Topeka, Kansas

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by WConly »

Great job! I am very impressed :clap: ! Super look! I wish I had that kind of talent, but, I do not. Thanks for sharing! W>
User avatar
bigrex
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 1188
Joined: Tue Jan 29, 2008 3:21 pm
Location: Alfecca Meridiana

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by bigrex »

Nice hat, it suits you well, and nice outfit!
User avatar
Dangerman009
Archaeologist
Archaeologist
Posts: 204
Joined: Sat Aug 29, 2009 3:11 pm
Location: Doing something dangerous of course!
Contact:

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by Dangerman009 »

Very nice! To me, it looks like a gangster hat.
User avatar
DR Ulloa
Legendary Adventurer
Legendary Adventurer
Posts: 3257
Joined: Thu Mar 13, 2008 7:28 pm
Location: Miami, FL
Contact:

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by DR Ulloa »

I think it came out great! I love that crease and the bound brim looks great. Very advanced for a second hat.

Dave
User avatar
Mark Brody
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 938
Joined: Fri May 04, 2007 7:16 pm
Location: Omaha

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by Mark Brody »

I didn't think so many people would warm up to the idea of the bound edge on this forum. After all, Indy never had a bound edge on any of his hats. Only supporting characters did. Toht's hat actually was an inspiration for this one, but I still wouldn't consider mine a copy, or even an effort of a copy of his.

Image

Image
User avatar
binkmeisterRick
Stealer of Wallets
Posts: 16926
Joined: Thu Mar 11, 2004 3:22 pm
Location: Chattering with these old bones

Re: My 2nd homemade hat

Post by binkmeisterRick »

I really like a bound edge. Some hats look better with a raw edge while some look sharp with a bound or welted edge. Again, it depends on the hat. I like variety. ;)
Post Reply