Vintage Handmade Hat Collection

[@Foxiepawstotti]

I cannot for the life of me think how a bicycle clip would go on a hat, but, bicycle clips are those circular things people put around the bottom (ankles) of their trouser legs, to stop the fabric getting caught up in the bicyle chain. I swear I have not seen or even thought of bicycle clips since the end of the 1960s or very early 70s! Your hats and your ideas for hats are wonderful!

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much for that information I searched and searched and couldn’t come up with anything. I love this community

[@Ketutar]

Bicycle clips, when one is talking about hats, is basically just a metal headband.

[@ruthie5248]

Yes, A piece of curved metal - so popular back then that women ocouod easily lay their hands on one and I assume you'd straighten it out into a curve and use for the hat shaping. It was a sort of horeshoe shape.

[@judyr2512]

There is also a bicycle clip that works like a large Bobby pin. You just pull the pant cuff together on the outside 😅and slide it on. Something like that might be what it is.

[@joannemcmillan9201]

Love that you’re making hats! Just dropped down to say you in the maternity outfit reminds me of what pregnant women used to look like. You are just so amazingly cute!

[@JenGretaCart]

Wonderful, and you look beautiful in every single one. Also, you certainly were the best dressed pregnant woman I've seen in a long time!

[@dianavillabella8068]

The hat are beautul, so proud of you! You bring back the elegance of 40's styles. I love it!

[@SewRena]

Thank you!

[@darchelleskipwith3094]

The hats made for your maternity outfits are outstanding. I look forward to seeing your future creations.

[@flapperghoul1762]

You look great in all the hats and have a good eye for matching fabrics. You can see all the thought and care you put into making them. 💕💕

[@SewRena]

Thank you!!! I love them. They definitely challenge my Focus and patiences.

[@bellalogan414]

All the hats are great, but the beaded hat, the New Year's hat and the half hats are fabulous.

[@rinkle396]

I have no idea why this has not went viral!🤩🤩

[@AWDTerry]

I had no idea how badly I need a reversible beret in my life! Preparing to make Charm Patterns Scout Hat as my first hat, and OMG, the pink floral and the others you made are giving me sew many ideas! 👒 🎩 🧢

[@erincoleman114]

I love all the hats, but especially the wire frame one! New to your Channel and binge-watching it! I love your elegant style!!

[@SewRena]

Thank you ❤️❤️ I am so glad to have you

[@laras678]

My sister is a seamstress who has done professional work for several theater companies, and as her helper I can attest to how hard some of these hats can be to make! It feels like a foreign world to me, although I've been sewing my entire life. I love to wear a pretty hat to church, but I'm sad that women no longer wear hats in day-to-day life. I'm counting on you to bring the fashion back with your talent and enthusiasm!

[@patriciaadams7965]

I have always been intimidated by hat making, but youve given me so much inspiration! Thank you!

[@SewRena]

This makes me so happy to read!!! That’s my goal❤️ you’ll have to let me know about your progress

[@johannaholmgren8088]

Sewrena, hats off to you for even ATTEMPTING to make your own hats! (Sorry about that truly awful pun.) Millinery is a skill that people trained for years to acquire and perfect, so its no mean feat to try to learn how to DIY hats. Those are all beautiful....Im a hat fan myself. But wow, its hard to find pretty hats these days.....

[@Ellaodi]

I know this is about hats but I adore this lemon outfit!!! 🍋 it's so summery!!

[@olivcho]

You have a hat ‘face’ - they all look so cute on you! The video makes me want to try making hats too.

[@SewRena]

Thank you! You totally should, gives you a different set of strengths for sure

[@1MSally1965]

I wish we could go back to the times that you look like. I was born in 1965. I remember those days of hats. You’re so cute, sweet and modest a d I love it! You’re a breath of fresh air!! Your figure and your clothes are amazing!!!

[@LifeWithBerylanne]

These hats are gorgeous! Great job! 👒 💜

[@SewRena]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@craftncakewithbillie]

Oh my. I totally love that peacock hat. They are all so adorable. I just love the vintage style. You look so cute in all of them. Tfs. Hugs🌸🤗🌸🤗🌸🤗🌸🤗🌸

[@toyline00]

All so lovely, just like all of your clothes I see on We Sew Retro! For future videos, feel free to show us more of each, try them on, take your time. It fascinates us all! ☺💖 Deb

[@ladypinkbagsetc.9116]

Ohhhhhh I adore hats and love to wear them. So ladylike!

[@katherinekruger8171]

I'm so glad I found your channel! The christmas hat is my favorite. I love that you use leftovers for the lining. You've inspired me to give hats a try!

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much! For joining me in my little corner of the internet! Welcome ❤️

[@robinsiciliano8923]

Holy smokes! I had to stop this video to just say……😮 about the handmade flower hat. Love love love!! Amazing!!

[@sandydee8003]

When I was young I worked beside a Millinery department. I was always fascinated by the women’s choices they made. Also I remember the price of the hats were half of what my dad made in a week. Wow! I was too young to wear these elaborate hats. But l always wanted one. My favorite hat you made was the white lace with pearls, it is beautiful!

[@examplelife1567]

A bicycle clips are/were used to clip your pant leg together at the bottom so they didn't get in the way of the bicycle chain! It's a really old thing, I can remember seeing photos of my grandfather wearing them

[@StephanieRubletz]

What a treat to see all of your lovely hats! I love all the small thoughtful details you put into them. Thanks so much for sharing ♥️

[@SewRena]

Thank you❤️ they are so fun to make!

[@madelynpryor2680]

Your hat makes are so inspirational. Beautiful collection.

[@barbiedesoto7054]

This is so awesome! Your hats are amazing and I love how colorful they are! They really complete the ensembles you make!

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much ❤️❤️

[@shawnmarierose7785]

You are so incredibly talented!! And thank you for sharing the parts that were difficult or that you were not especially happy with - sewing skills must be practiced - you cannot learn them from reading or watching only - you must practice! It was nice to see the progression of your skill level with each hat & I love that you use whatever supplies/scrapes you have around - it is very “make due & mend” period appropriate for your beautiful 40’s aesthetic. I look forward to seeing more of your work!

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much! I have learned so much, I try and keep notes of my mistakes and the changes that I’ve made ,or the materials that were a suitable substitute for others. The best part of using scrap is you always have the perfect matching accessories. Thank you so much for watching❤️

[@DeathByFashion1]

I NEED that whole red plaid outfit!

[@DestinysPookie]

omg. all so lovely but my faves are the wedding lace, heart pill box, and the brown one you wore with the briches. i bought vintage hat patterns a few months back and this gave me the push to start on them. one of the patterns is the red one lined with green. thanks for showing us your beautiful work and for the motivation!

[@annadunnum4901]

My favorite was the little light pink wire hat 💕💕Great job on the beading!

[@SewRena]

Thank you! I was very proud of that hat although my fingers would have told A different story lots of blood went into it 😖

[@judyteeple8329]

I am so impressed! I made a trappers hat from an old coat. Instructions and pattern from a library book called the feisty stitcher.

[@lolitalolita7561]

I love hats! As a kid I used to love going into the bridal shops. My favorite style to look at was the tear drop hat with little mesh face cover. I thought it was just so fancy. Sometimes the ladies would let me try them on. Every picture of you in your hats is beautiful. You look spectacular in the New Year’s picture.

[@Kristin49]

These are so awesome! Loved seeing you share them!

[@kimt2au]

WOW, I adore your hats. They are truly wonderful.

[@pinupgirl.sailormouth]

I started sewing in January and want to get into vintage repro hat making! So cool to see your collection ❤️❤️❤️

[@DOREMIFASEW]

What an amazing hat collection 😍 I love them all!

[@lgd4247]

The beaded embroidery hat with outfit, so pretty.

[@sharonrimsza7960]

Wow! Nice! Love all of your hats. You are so real and honest. Thank you for sharing.

[@wowzieee]

Love hats too. I made a 1950s hat with fabric I have and wear it when it's cold . It's not perfect, but I love it. I have a couple of patterns for hats and when I get the time, I l think of those patterns often too, it s coming.... . Keep inspiring.

[@melindaweasenforth1206]

Just found your channel and glad I did, love your style and genius on making your hat's... hug's Lynn Weasenforth 💯💜💛💙☮️😘

[@elizabethabbott9177]

Wow, you are so talented! Lovely hats esp the white lace one.❤

[@brendabutler854]

I loved the hat before the 2 half hats.

[@somethingonice]

Wonderful! The hats you've made are astounding! Your skills, and your style, are amazing! I love your channel!

[@sharonbrown3771]

I love hats.

[@LatelyFashionable]

That pink wire frame hat is to die for!

[@classicalroach]

I love the cute suit, the second outfit in the video. Actually most of the outfits are stunning

[@silviapinamonjaras9175]

Love love love your hats....I love vintage everything 😊

[@robinmoore4808]

Love your hats! You are so talented! I can see you are passionate about so sewing. You’re absolutely adorable!!!

[@kimwilliams5165]

Girl I love your heart hat!!! It's so cute, and you're so talented. I subscribed💕

[@sewingintrifocals-alisonde7778]

Not sure how I missed this video. Wonderful, creative hats! You’re amazing. I love hats, but so far I’ve only crocheted a couple of 1920s/1930s cloche hats. I wear a vintage rhinestone brooch on the hats. Great for a bad hair day.

[@SewRena]

Awww it’s a very old video by social media standards 😂

[@karehhartig7287]

This is a fun video. 😄 Thank you for sharing this ❤️ 🙏

[@elizharber3564]

I’d love to see a new hat making video. 🎉

[@nanaberry4120]

You are so talented! Thank you for sharing this uplifting content.❤

[@robertahall1550]

All are nice, I love your style. I am into vintage also, but you got me. Enjoyed, I love the hats,especially the one u put roses on. Girl uou got it going on, keep it up. That era was ladies.

[@SewRena]

Thank you soo so much! I truly appreciate the support❤️ thank you for allowing me to share my hobby🥰

[@robinsiciliano8923]

I absolutely love hats too! So happy I found your channel. I think you have tremendous talent and an amazing sense of taste and style.

[@msb358]

Loved all of your hats! 😍 Thanks for sharing!

[@xkimmixstarrrx]

I would love to see some sewing tutorials on these hats! 😍😍💗💗

[@yvonnestaub3834]

Totally cute 😊

[@fighterflight]

Soooo cute! You’re so talented!

[@mvrooks]

so cute! thanks for sharing! this is a great scrapbusting idea!

[@eebeegee8325]

I am inspired to add hats to my repertoire one day. Thank you for your video!

[@connie6545]

LOVE the hats! You are so talented.

[@1MSally1965]

You should show us your hat pin collection? I assume you would have one!! So adorable!!!

[@charlottemajewski5992]

For the broad brims, try sewing millinery wire in the edge for a firm smooth edge

[@sewvintageglam]

Gorgeous collection Sewrena! 💖

[@Lisargarza]

The outfit at 5:44 is just stunning!

[@nicholejohnson-p3q]

Love your hats

[@Penny-nd9ze]

You are so talented. Your hats are beautiful. I’ve always wanted to make vintage hats.

[@фаяфаина-и1б]

Очень красиво и интересно. Благодарю Вас что делитесь красотой❤

[@FrenchEssieNails]

These are so coooool! You’ve inspired me

[@Xitaychin]

Wow! They are great, thank you for the inspiration!

[@laurie4275]

I've never seen anyone attemp to make their own hats. These are fantastic! Just lovely! I could be wrong, but I think grosgrain (ribbon) is pronounced as grow-grain. I think the o is a long sound and the s is silent. But maybe my mom and grannies were pronouncing it wrong all my life.

[@kentuckylady2990]

Absolutely lovely hats

[@wildflowerdesignpatterns]

Love it!! I have a 1920s cloche hat that I need to work on! Love your collection, very inspiring!

[@melissapoole3978]

Super cute ideas! Nice job!

[@gnviev]

Magnifique 😍 vous avez du talent. Vous êtes si belle dans votre robe de satin bleue 🤩. Je m’abonne ! 🌸

[@iamscrappybuttons]

Oh my gosh, such beautiful hats

[@teachermomo2624]

I just wrote in your shorts comments about your hats and this video popped up. 😊

[@fridayschild19]

Your hats are ADORABLE!!💖

[@cynthiagilbreth1352]

These are all fabulous!

[@dulcebellz3857]

I just found ur channel n i adore u!!!!! Ur stunning! I love ur pix in ur creations! Seriously u r stunning!

[@kath6252]

You are so talented. All your hats are beautiful.

[@SewRena]

Thank you

[@sandramorgan732]

Your style is fabulous! I also love hats and would love to purchase the pattern of the hat the you mentioned as your favorite .

[@galemartin3277]

Beautiful hats!

[@jolynnwhite7946]

The impious of millinery skill well done 😍👜

[@SewRena]

Thank you ❤️

[@persiswynter6357]

Those are lovely! The only hat I have is a store bought sun hat with a very large brim.

[@SewRena]

Oh how I love large brim sun hats the bigger the better!!! 😍

[@vanessaknight7129]

Beautiful hats

[@arizonamom8773]

Love hats!!

[@jenniferwilliams6423]

Love love .ove you in your Christmas hat!!

[@SewRena]

Thank you

[@ssprout8209]

Awesome....thank you....

[@pinkkoffee7909]

You're hats are adorable!!!

[@macsauce6810]

Love your channel it's so refreshing ❤️

[@teleriferchnyfain]

Such adorable hats!!!

[@susanalexander4683]

I know that you turn a lot heads in your town as you go around in those beautiful vintage creations especially with matching hats and gloves. Where do you get the supplies for your hats and half hats?

[@sharonprince6364]

U r so talented !!! And an inspiration !!!

[@gcbaba]

So talented and creative!!

[@Sun-l4d5k]

You are very gifted

[@vegansinthewildover5023]

Beautiful! Well done, you!!

[@viktorianovak8281]

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