Civil War Bonnet

This lovely little bonnet is made on an original brown antique fur felt hat (closeup of original label can be seen on the enlargements). The roll around the face is slashed felt which can be better seen in the enlargement.  The slashed felt is what makes this hat stand out from all other bonnets.

 The front edge and the back are trimmed with cream colored cotton crocheted lace trim.

Very soft antique lace covers the wearer's neck.  Delicate cream colored striped satin ribbon ties under the chin.

Embellishments consist of a variety of colored silk flowers, cranberries, and green ribbons.