September brings to my mind the start of school, cooler days, and Vancouver rain. Yesterday, I saw huddles of umbrellas shielding students at the 99 UBC B-line bus stop. Soon there will be rain jackets and boots, but will there be hats? The original hats that I sewed were of water-resistant, breathable fabrics. It was …
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Inspiration
The inspiration? A friend’s well-worn garden hat? The ripple of a child’s hat brim? The patina of a leather sofa? Sewing hats began for me with a Vogue pattern and Italian menswear wool. I have always loved working with fine materials. My reasoning went along the lines of, “Why put in the effort unless you …
For Babies and Toddlers
Left: Toddler’s Bucket Hat with rippled brim (40% Wool, 24% Cotton, 18% Silk, 18% Viscose) Right: Baby’s Charmed Cloche with flower (100% Cotton)
Hats by Tracy J for sale
A selection of hats is now available at a fashion boutique in Point Grey Village: Tenth & Proper, 4483 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C., 604-222-1115
Children’s Hats
A selection of children’s hats from beanie to bucket in assorted yarns and colours
Men’s Bucket Hats
Water-resistant, mesh-lined bucket hat Vintage camouflage bucket hat lined with 100% cotton
Marigold Headband
47% Wool, 47% Cotton, 6% NylonPattern by Maria Bittner, Pattern Paradise
Warm Winter Toque
Merino Wool and Superfine Alpaca, 58% Wool, 42% AlpacaDesign by Tracy J
Brickwork Hat
47% Wool, 47% Cotton, 6% NylonPattern by Dorianna Rivelli, The Lavender Chair
Jenny Slouch Hat
47% Wool, 47% Cotton, 6% NylonPattern by Rebecca, Little Monkeys Crochet
Hats by Tracy J 