Felt Witch Hat Merino Wool 19 Micron Head Size 57 cm Wet Felting Nuno Technique Hand-Dyed Silk Chiffon | Sansoti

Felt Witch Hat in 19-Micron Merino Wool

The micron count of wool tells you how it feels: the lower the number, the finer the fiber and the less itchy the wool. 19-micron merino wool is in the category that can be worn comfortably next to the skin — well below the 25-micron threshold above which wool is considered itchy. This hat is made entirely from it, hand-felted using the wet-felting technique and finished with hand-dyed silk chiffon using the nuno-felting technique, which bonds the silk and wool into a single piece during the felting process. The head circumference is 57 cm, adjustable up to 58.5 cm thanks to the wool's natural elasticity.

Materials and Technique

• 19-micron merino wool: Fine, ethically sourced fiber that feels comfortable against the skin without itching.
• Wet-felting process: The fibers are interwoven using water and friction to create a sturdy yet supple structure without glue or seams.
• Nuno-felting technique: Silk chiffon is embedded in the wool during felting, bringing the two materials together as one.
• Naturally dyed silk: Hand-dyed with natural dyes, giving each piece its own color gradient.
• 57 cm head circumference: Adjustable up to 58.5 cm thanks to the elasticity of the wool fiber.
• Lightweight and breathable: Wool regulates moisture and warmth, so heat won't build up when worn for long periods.

Why No Two Hats Are Alike

With wet felting, the shape is built by hand rather than pressed in a mold, and natural dyes are absorbed slightly differently by each fiber. As a result, every piece varies in color depth, the precise shape of the brim, and the nuances of the silk chiffon. This is not a manufacturing defect but a characteristic of the technique. The hat is available in purple, pink-purple, blue, red, and brown; the one you receive will be within that color range but won't look exactly like the one in the photo. Hand washing is recommended — wool cannot be machine washed — and afterward, leave the hat to dry in shape so the crown retains its rounded form.