I've upcycled over 350 hats in the past couple of years, so there are way too many to show..but I added a couple to the slide show, so you can get an idea of what I can do with distressing, dyes and embellishments. 

I shop for vintage fur felt and fur/wool blend hats. When they arrive, I begin by assessing the shape, removing the sweatband and liner, steaming and reshaping. The dying and distressing is the fun part. Then comes the band, which I make from leather, snake hides, goat, canvas, etc. I recycle leather jackets to get most of my leather, because it's good to use what's already here, and because I like the distressed look of it.

My studio, which is also my bedroom...is often strewn with leather, string, feathers, and porcupine quills. I don't write anything down, so don't expect any hat to be repeated...exactly, but if you like something you see here, feel free to message me and I'll see what I can do.  

I really don't do commissions. I hate the pressure and stress of trying to make another person's vision. I prefer to just make my hats, and if someone likes it, great! Life's too short for stress!