DIY victorian hats? ?

Question

Where can I find instructions for one of those little victorian hats that women used to wear? The sideways ones.

Answer 1

Here's a site for patterns; most of them appear to be patterns you would have to buy:

http://www.westernersoutfitter.com/Winge...

This one looks like what i pictured when I read your question:

http://www.victoriana.com/Victorian-Hats...

Depending on what you need the hat for, you could also modify an existing hat.  I built a replica 1880s hat for my sister for a part in a play; it included a basic white beach hat, some veiling fabric, silk flowers, and a big fluffy feather.  It looked quite authentic and we got many compliments on the hat.