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Straw Hats: Their history and manufacture

Chapter 1: STRAW HATS THEIR HISTORY AND MANUFACTURE
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A practical survey of the straw hat trade that traces historical development alongside detailed descriptions of materials, plaiting methods, bleaching, dyeing, blocking, trimming, and finishing processes. It catalogs the machines, tools, fittings, and comfort leathers used in production and supplies commercial listings and maker notices to illustrate industry practice. Technical explanations of terms and manufacturing sequences are complemented by discussions of trade organization and retail supply, providing both craft instruction and business context for readers interested in the manufacture and commerce of straw hats.

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Title: Straw Hats: Their history and manufacture

Author: Harry Inwards

Release date: April 16, 2015 [eBook #48719]
Most recently updated: October 24, 2024

Language: English

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STRAW HATS
THEIR HISTORY
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