Journal

What to Look for When Buying a Handcrafted Hat
What to Look for When Buying a Handcrafted Hat
Buying a handcrafted hat or considering a bespoke commission? I explain what to look for in felt, construction and fit, plus the questions worth asking about price, lead times and... Read more...
The Quiet One
The Quiet One
I’m quiet, but I like people. I just wasn’t issued with the small-talk instruction manual. On noticing things, making things, and seeing the world from my own particular angle. Read more...
Without a Teacher: I’m Not Sure When I Became the Sausage Department
Without a Teacher: I’m Not Sure When I Became the Sausage Department
I learnt to make hats by taking them apart, getting things wrong and working out why. Now other hatmakers ask me how I do it, which still takes me by... Read more...
The Best Hat Styles for Autumn and Winter
The Best Hat Styles for Autumn and Winter
There's a particular moment in late August when the light changes — the season is turning, and with it comes the quiet pleasure of reaching for a proper hat. At... Read more...
Rabbit Felt, Wool Felt & Beaver Felt Explained: A Hat Maker's Perspective
Rabbit Felt, Wool Felt & Beaver Felt Explained: A Hat Maker's Perspective
Wool felt, rabbit felt, beaver felt — what's the difference, and does it matter? As a hat maker, I explain the materials I work with, why I choose them and... Read more...
A man wearing a felt hat and glasses, seated in a candlelit room with a portrait on the wall behind him, looking thoughtfully into the distance.
Why Hats?
Whenever someone asks why I became a hatmaker, I usually smile. It's a simple question, but I've never found a simple answer. This is my attempt at one. Read more...
How to Commission a Bespoke Hat: What to Expect
How to Commission a Bespoke Hat: What to Expect
Most people have never owned a hat that truly fits. Here's what to expect when you commission one — from first conversation to finished hat. Read more...
Welcome to B.H-Jones Hatmaker – Bespoke Hats Made in Lincolnshire
Welcome to B.H-Jones Hatmaker – Bespoke Hats Made in Lincolnshire
An introduction to B.H-Jones Hatmaker, creating bespoke handmade hats in Lincolnshire, from customisable designs to one-of-a-kind pieces. Read more...
Which Hat Suits Your Face Shape? A Simple Guide
Which Hat Suits Your Face Shape? A Simple Guide
There's a common belief that hats only suit certain people. In reality, it's usually a matter of proportion — finding the right brim width, crown height, and overall scale to... Read more...