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[Originally from an earlier blog at konafarmgirl.com] Consistent tension when weaving lauhala is necessary to create a nice even look. It is also necessary to use tension as a means to create shape. Unlike wool felt halts that can be steamed and shaped, lauhala does not contract or stretch the way felt can. While some creases and flattening can be ironed in during “blocking,” much of the shape, especially the brim, must be woven in using tension. One of the first challenges for a weaver is getting the feel for weaving an even flat brim. More challenging is knowing when and where...

[From February 2019 to May 2020 I tried blogging with konafarmgirl.com.  Although it was fun at first and I received compliments and good feedback, it was time consuming.  I'd rather be weaving.  There were some entries about lauhala that I thought may be entertaining here at lauhalahats.com.  In the past I tried not to post my own personal lauhala stuff on lauhalahats.com but now think evolving is important.  I'll keep all the weaving events in the "News" section. The first few of these blog entries will be copied and pasted here as I will not be renewing the konafarmgirl.com domain.  It may...