Winter Hats!

in Hair Type 4
Help!
After being blown around like a rag doll downtown yesterday that was my reminder to get ready for the COOOOLLLDD. And seriously, it was THAT windy yesterday, where I literally was being blown down the street.
My hair and head is big (lol) and it was difficult last year finding a big enough and warm enough hat. When I finally found something, it didn't last very long and wasn't as warm as I would have liked.
So I need some more winter hats. I've been in stores and of, course, nothing. I'm looking around and seeing some cute things on Etsy, but they seem a bit expensive. Also, with online, you won't know until you get it in person. I don't mind ordering online, just want to be sure of what I'm getting.
Any ideas, sites, or recommendations?
After being blown around like a rag doll downtown yesterday that was my reminder to get ready for the COOOOLLLDD. And seriously, it was THAT windy yesterday, where I literally was being blown down the street.
My hair and head is big (lol) and it was difficult last year finding a big enough and warm enough hat. When I finally found something, it didn't last very long and wasn't as warm as I would have liked.
So I need some more winter hats. I've been in stores and of, course, nothing. I'm looking around and seeing some cute things on Etsy, but they seem a bit expensive. Also, with online, you won't know until you get it in person. I don't mind ordering online, just want to be sure of what I'm getting.
Any ideas, sites, or recommendations?
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We knitted our own & lined them with satin. Could you learn to knit or crochet? It's not hard, and I learned by watching videos at Knittinghelp.com .
Maybe check out Ebay. I know Target has some cute hats that could be lined that provide ample room for big hair, so does Macy's, TJ Maxx, and Marshall's.
Mom BC'd 5/31/10, fine texture, low porosity, normal density, low elasticity
Last relaxer, July 2008
Hair Type: HUMAN
Our HGs: Hair steamer, KCCC, AOHSR, generic conditioning balm conditioner
other products:FSG, KT, EO condish, KBBHN, EWNOC, DMBC, DMDCC, NG, EVOO, Almond Oil, Maha Bhringol oil, Henna & Ayurvedic powders
http://www.shopstyle.com/browse/hats?fl=p7#0_0
If you really want something built for the cold, I'd go with a hat made by Columbia, North Face, and the likes. I have a Columbia knitted hat, which suits me just fine in below freezing temps. I don't deal with a lot of wind. Fleece/microfleece hats work, too.
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I've always wanted to learn to knit/crochet, but my hand talent doesn't seem to go beyond writing and simple sewing repairs. Heck, I just learned how to make bracelets and keyrings out of 550 cord, so maybe I still got a little more hand talent in me then I thought. Thanks for the link to start learning!
As for the stores, Target was where I got my hat from last year. Full of holes to let the cold in. I had a satin beanie cap to go underneath it that's no where to be found. I live in Marshall's and TJMaxx, and I probably need to hit the Macy's downtown. I went to a couple in the burbs and didn't come up with much. Not trying to be picky at all. They just mainly seem to be so full of holes and not built to withstand the cold - more cute then functional.
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Thank you much! I see a couple that may or may not work. Oh, I had a few Columbia and North Face hats that were beanie hats when I was relaxed. I will try them again too - their stuff is definitely built for the cold!
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I'm in Chicago. It gets COOOLLLD and WIIIIINNNDY! I have the heat on now actually. As for men's hat's, I'm finding they are smaller for some reason, but I think I'm going to change what I am looking for and see what happens.
LOL! And seriously, it was the first thing I thought about. If I can find one in a solid color, its mine :iconbiggrin:
I've also continued looking around Etsy again, I found some more reasonably priced stuff. I forget that things can get added daily on that site.
Thanks for the help ladies. I know this isn't a hard thing to find, but appreciate the assists anyway. :sunny:
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http://cgi.ebay.com/Rasta-Tam-Berret-Cap-Crown-Reggae-Marley-Jamaica-M-L-/360311398670?pt=US_Hats&hash=item53e43ba10e
Thick/coarse/low porosity/low elasticity
4a/b cottony/spongy
At war with my indestructible, armadillo hair...MY WILL BE DONE!
By the way, EkuaSoul, I hope your vendor situation is fixed! Sorry that happened to you.
Big Chop: 9/23/07
Relaxer free for almost 5 years!
:toothy8: Very cute stuff! There's at least 4 hats just from a quick look that I'm watching! I like these the most:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=390203905272&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220442533612&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
Just measured my big ol head and I'm 23" just for the band! I like my hats to come all the way down to my neck and cover my ears if possible.
Thanks Maria! :love7: Everyone has been really great. I already have things in motion, so all will be well on that situation soon. I have big plans, and I'm not going to let this stop them. I'm only delayed, that's all. Plus I have many other items where I remain busy. All really is well right now. :sunny:
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you H.A.V.E. my hair crack! :blob2:
Mom BC'd 5/31/10, fine texture, low porosity, normal density, low elasticity
Last relaxer, July 2008
Hair Type: HUMAN
Our HGs: Hair steamer, KCCC, AOHSR, generic conditioning balm conditioner
other products:FSG, KT, EO condish, KBBHN, EWNOC, DMBC, DMDCC, NG, EVOO, Almond Oil, Maha Bhringol oil, Henna & Ayurvedic powders
http://shop.ebay.com/melody1668/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=25
I purchased from her last year.
BC: 01/30/09
Misc: 1st time going natural was '94-'98; 2nd time - '99-2003; This time I will not go back to relaxers.
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