One Tired Milliner Presents…. 1880s Capote Bonnet

Vining straw encircles this 1880s capote style bonnet. All of the straw plait is hand shaped and hand sewn, then blocked on an original millinery block. The vining curves around the brim and back, with archs in the crown. Love the look.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1234466784/victorian-era-1880s-capote-bonnet-hand

If you want a bonnet already decorated:

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on June 9, 2022 at 4:50 pm Leave a Comment

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