74Squadrongirl Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Erm well my little project has arrived and despite appearances is actually not as bad as anticipated(hopeless optimist) I was thinking from the sellers pictures that it would need dyeing but actually the discolouration isn't as bad as it seemed and although noticeable I'm inclined to leave it alone. Next step is getting a liner made. And I also need to make sure I have the bearskin the right way round on the frame . The skin has been cut so some repairs will need to be made as well. But it's all good. It's fine, I can do this Nothing like a fixer upper is there? Alli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 And a pic of the inside Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry B Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Looks good, not pink at all Ali. A shame there is no date letter under the WD arrow marks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 A date would have been brilliant, yes I'm pleasantly surprised the skin itself is in pretty good condition, just got to put it all back together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trooper_D Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 7 hours ago, 74Squadrongirl said: Next step is getting a liner made. Fascinating! This is the first time I have seen the inside of a bearskin, Alli, thanks for posting it. What kind of lining should it have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyGPR Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Just now, Jerry B said: A shame there is no date letter under the WD arrow marks. I don't suppose the old water spray test would work on leather?, it can work wonders when it comes to revealing worn dates on cotton beret liners. Just a thought Just now, Jerry B said: Just now, Trooper_D said: Fascinating! This is the first time I have seen the inside of a bearskin, Alli, thanks for posting it. What kind of lining should it have? Here's a photo of one :- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 5 minutes ago, Trooper_D said: Fascinating! This is the first time I have seen the inside of a bearskin, Alli, thanks for posting it. What kind of lining should it have? Thanks, its my pleasure, I have wanted one for a long time! Thread here on war relics with a fab picture of the liner http://www.warrelics.eu/forum/cloth-headgear-western-allies/long-live-bearskin-cap-531791/ 5 minutes ago, AndyGPR said: I don't suppose the old water spray test would work on leather?, it can work wonders when it comes to revealing worn dates on cotton beret liners. Just a thought I'll give it a go tomorrow, I'm emailing and PMing you, brace yourself your about to get Alli'd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trooper_D Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 18 hours ago, 74Squadrongirl said: Thread here on war relics with a fab picture of the liner http://www.warrelics.eu/forum/cloth-headgear-western-allies/long-live-bearskin-cap-531791/ Thanks, Alli - all now clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 All finished, it's been a labour of love but I'm really happy with the final result. Alli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trooper_D Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 (edited) 6 hours ago, 74Squadrongirl said: All finished, it's been a labour of love but I'm really happy with the final result. Alli Nice job, Alli - well worth the effort! Have you tried it on, yet Edited April 12, 2016 by Trooper_D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 7 minutes ago, Trooper_D said: Nice job, Alli - well worth the effort! Have you tried it on, yet Erm to lie or not to lie....yes I've tried it on and I have a Coldstream tunic that may or may not have been worn at the same time just to see the full effect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter monahan Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 (edited) Lovely work, Squadron Girl! Thanks for sharing the results of your brave efforts. Now, of course, if anyone else destroys a priceless vintage headdress we'll know who to blame! I wonder if the use of multiple 'WD' stamps on the actual skin is merely a reflection of the military compulsion to label everything, often, or a signal that there was in fact a market for stolen bears in Victorian London? Edited April 12, 2016 by peter monahan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 Hey, it was already destroyed, I have merely brought it back to life . I couldn't leave it in that state. Well I could but it would have made me weep every time I looked at it. Poor thing. Priceless? it was less than £50, it needed me! And the first option I would think. I like those stamps, those stamps kept me going when my fingers were bleeding. The pain, the misery..... Alli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike McLellan Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Wow. Absolutely beautiful job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 Thanks Mike I appreciate it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry B Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Looks really good Ali. A shame you did not take a selfie when wearing it and the tunic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted April 16, 2016 Author Share Posted April 16, 2016 Oh dear can you imagine if I posted a selfie of that on the other forum? I'd never live it down! I have to say I have a Grenadier Guards not 2 Dress Jacket that is very difficult to not want to wear all the time, it's sooo smart I have the forage cap too so could do a whole Guards themed selfie shoot I have another little headdress project underway I'll post it on both forums when its complete, thankfully not as drastic, other than the purchase of a very expensive badge that will hopefully be with me today or Monday, and a little bit of sewing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry B Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Yes, you would get some stick on the badge forum, there would be some spluttering and muttering Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted April 16, 2016 Author Share Posted April 16, 2016 Almost worth doing for the spluttering and muttering Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry B Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 1 hour ago, 74Squadrongirl said: Almost worth doing for the spluttering and muttering Indeed, I look forward to seeing the response! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Boonzaier Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 3 hours ago, Jerry B said: Looks really good Ali. A shame you did not take a selfie when wearing it and the tunic! I am not that demanding.... you could leave away the tunic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted April 16, 2016 Author Share Posted April 16, 2016 2 hours ago, Chris Boonzaier said: I am not that demanding.... you could leave away the tunic. So just the bearskin then? chilly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Boonzaier Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 53 minutes ago, 74Squadrongirl said: So just the bearskin then? chilly. go on... be a sport! I will send a photo of Jerry B in a gasmask in exchange! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Squadrongirl Posted April 16, 2016 Author Share Posted April 16, 2016 5 minutes ago, Chris Boonzaier said: go on... be a sport! I will send a photo of Jerry B in a gasmask in exchange! Wow tempting, I bet Jerry would love that. Chris I fear a bare skin bearskin pic might crash the forum you'll just have to use your imagination love Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry B Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 1 hour ago, Chris Boonzaier said: I will send a photo of Jerry B in a gasmask in exchange! Chris, you said you would cherish those and keep our secret! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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