• Mad Hatter professional millinery starter kit with wooden tools
  • Mad in Brooklyn wooden hat block size chart, 51 to 65 centimeters
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Mad Hatter Professional Hat-Making Starter Kit

Mad Hatter Professional Hat-Making Starter Kit

$1,395.00 USD
$1,395.00 USD
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Complete Professional Hat-Making Starter Kit

A complete workshop setup for blocking, shaping and finishing felt hats. Select the circumference of your open-crown block before checkout.

What's Included

  • Flat brim plate
  • Rounding jack for precise brim cutting
  • Blocking kit
  • Standing legs
  • Classic open-crown block in your selected size, with one fitted, removable 1-inch wooden die plate (formillon)
  • Hat block stand
  • Rotating spinning plate

The die plate is part of the complete block, but it detaches and can also be used separately as a die/formillon during blocking and finishing work.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Developed by Mad in Brooklyn with our specialist Italian artisan. Crafted from linden wood or European poplar, selected for its smooth, workable surface and suitability for pinning, steaming and shaping. Each block is carefully finished and protected with polyurethane lacquer to help protect the wood during normal millinery use.

Height & Customization

The standard block height changes with the selected circumference so every size maintains the intended proportions. If you need a different height or a modified profile, contact Mad in Brooklyn before ordering. Custom requests must be confirmed before production and may affect the price and production time.

Standard Open-Crown Height Guide

Size US Hat Size Standard Height
51 cm 6 3/8 5 in
52 cm 6 1/2 5 1/4 in
53 cm 6 5/8 5 3/8 in
54 cm 6 3/4 5 1/2 in
55 cm 6 7/8 5 5/8 in
56 cm 7 5 3/4 in
57 cm 7 1/8 5 7/8 in
58 cm 7 1/4 6 in
59 cm 7 3/8 6 1/8 in
60 cm 7 1/2 6 1/4 in
61 cm 7 5/8 6 3/8 in
62 cm 7 3/4 6 1/2 in
63 cm 7 7/8 6 5/8 in
64 cm 8 6 3/4 in
65 cm 8 1/8 6 7/8 in

Heights increase proportionally with circumference. Custom heights are available when requested and confirmed before production.

Production Time

This kit is made to order. Please allow approximately 5–6 weeks before shipment. Large quantities, custom heights and modified profiles may require additional time.

Care Instructions

Before steaming or blocking, cover the wooden surface with plastic wrap or a thin protective film. After use, allow the block to dry completely. Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, strong heat and excess moisture.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the die plate included?
Yes. One fitted, removable 1-inch wooden die plate (formillon) is included with the crown block.

Can I request a custom block height?
Yes. Contact Mad in Brooklyn before ordering. Custom work must be confirmed before production and may affect price and timing.

How long does production take?
Standard production is approximately 5–6 weeks before shipment. Large quantities and custom work may require additional time.

Is shipping included?
No. Shipping is added at checkout and is calculated according to the destination and available shipping method.

Wood grain and color may vary slightly from the photographs.

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