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I've tried applying Fuller's earth to one of my fedora's with a brush and it just isn't coming out looking like some of the others I've seen on here. Is there any tips or secrets to putting this stuff on fedoras or westeds?
Lindy

I've doubled up some old sweatsox (clean of course...) and used them as a powder bag. The double material lets just enough dust get out as you powder your gear.

Also, I've heard a ladies puffer thingy they use for blush works well. I don't actually know the name of it as I've only worn make up about 4 times...

Yeah it's a long story and way off topic ( it was all in the name of School Spirit though!)

Regards.

Farn

I use a large round make-up brush. I have yet to apply Fullers Earth sparingly



A more detailed photo:
http://www.ricktheriault.com/sitebuilde ... fed005.jpg

If you feel you overapplied it to a specific area, simply use the brush to beat the item like you would a carpet. This method takes the heavy dust from the area you are trying to remove it from, yet blends the edges naturally so it doesn't look like you applied this to artificially distress an item.

Although I like the look of that first hat I dusted, I found that wearing them works well too. I usually just tone down the newness of a perfectly clean fedora so it matches my jacket (or tone down the new jacket to match my fedora - whichever needs it).

The trick is to go heavy around the ribbon edges and any place else that real dust would accumulate. I dusted the entire hat and beat back the areas that did not require as much dust.

The jacket is similar. dust the entire jacket lightly, then apply heavier applications at the seams and anywhere else that would collect dust (strap, action pleats, etc.)

The worst thing about Fuller's Earth is trying to explain to somebody that your hat is not as disgusting as it looks as you place it upside down on their kitchen counter

What color is the "Natural" Fuller's earth? Tan, gray, brown, etc.?

Fuller's earth is an earth tone. Looks like dried dirt. Tan/gray/brown....it's a nice rich color resembling all of these. It wipes on and stays adhered until you wipe it off with a damp cloth. If applied correctly, there's no telling it apart from kicking your gear around in dirt.

Awesome pic, Rick...

If you guys decide to apply Fullers Earth with a powder puff, remember to crush it before putting it on.

Jun