How to Reshape and Restore Your Myhathaven Straw Hat
At Myhathaven, our straw hats are made from natural straw and are transported in boxes. However, if they sustain any "injuries" during shipping that alter their shape, we have some handy tips to help restore them to their former glory. With just a few adjustments, your straw hat can come back to life!
Follow these simple steps, and your straw hat will quickly look refreshed.
Reshaping Your Straw Hat with Heat
1. Using a Steamer
One of the easiest methods to reshape your straw hat is by using a steamer. Simply place the hat over the steam nozzle and let the steam work its magic. The steam helps relax the fibers of the straw, making reshaping much easier.
2. Using a Hairdryer
Another simple way to reshape your straw hat is by using a hairdryer. Point the hairdryer at the hat and move it around until the straw becomes soft and pliable. Once the straw hat is softened, you can mold it into your desired shape.
3. Using an Iron
If you don’t have a steamer or hairdryer, you can also reshape your straw hat using an iron. Cover the hat with a towel and gently press the iron down for a few seconds. The heat from the iron will help soften the straw so that you can reshape it.
When your hat is heated with steam, it becomes as flexible as wet cardboard. You can then reshape it in any way you like, and it will largely maintain that shape. As it dries, the straw fibers rearrange themselves, and your hat will remember the shape you've molded it into. It's almost magical, and this is part of what makes Panama hats so successful!
No Fancy Tools Needed
You don’t need any fancy equipment—just some steam and patience. Once you master the technique, your hat will continue to look exactly how you want it.
In the past, everyone knew how to care for their Panama hats. It was similar to ironing a shirt or brushing a coat. Hat wearers understood how to style their hats into the shapes they dreamed of. Sitting on the train, holding their hats, dreaming away while adjusting and improving their hat's shape—it was a beautiful, almost meditative tradition.
By following these tips, you can ensure that your straw hat remains stylish and well-shaped for many seasons to come!
