COB Beekeeper's hat for under $4

Here is  how I made my COB beekeepers hat for under $4.
I know I can buy one for $7- $19, but its more fun making your own.

Cut off some of the brim

 Tape Edge of brim with duct tape

Cut  bale wire to size of  brim for rigor

Tape wire ends

Tape wire to brim

Hat in veil

Finish  product your  under $4 BeeKeeper's Hat

$2 straw hat
bale wire
duct tape

Invite you to visit  Warre Organic BeeKeepers  Yahoo group

http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/WarreOrganicBeekeepers/?yguid=528220365
-tony