How to Fix a Squashed Straw Hat
Method 1 Steaming and Wetting the Hat
3 Use your fingers to mold the hat.
After you wet it or while you are steaming the hat, push everything back into shape, constantly molding the straw with your hands throughout the steaming process.- Pull the fibers apart with your fingers as you mold the hat. You could also use a spoon to mold the hat’s shape while it’s steaming instead of your fingers.
- After you’ve steamed the hat, put a bowl, folded towel, or other object inside the hat. This will help its crown further regain its shape.
- You may need to wear garden gloves or oven mitts when steaming the hat. It can be dangerous to be around hot steam, so be very careful that you don't burn yourself by getting too close to it.
Method 2 Reshaping the Hat
Method 3 Protecting the Hat