'Shelby' Vintage 1940s/50s Honeycomb Veiling - 1m millinery art of hatmaking this large orchid flower branch

this large orchid flower branch is made up of 3 orchid flowers with smaller blooms at both ends

but it comes in the most lovely colours

Flat measurement from crown tip to brim: 38cm (15 inches)

each colour will vary ever so slightly in measurements but is typically:

It's gloriously textural and is also a lovely rare find

'Shelby' Vintage 1940s/50s Honeycomb Veiling - 1m millinery art of hatmaking this large orchid flower branchThis 'Shelby' vintage veiling is an absolute classic featuring a very fine honeycomb weave that comes in a fabulous wide width. Some are French made and some are English, but all date to the 1940s 50s and are suited to make proper birdcage veils and hat trims. Veiling Measures: Width: Varies per colour but is typically 45cm (17. 7 inches) Honeycomb width: 5mm Sold by the metre, multiple metres purchased will arrive as one long continuous piece.