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drizzt117

07-13-2008, 02:29 PM

Does anyone know where you can get the old style Minnie bridal hat? We had it for our honeymoon 4 years ago and were planning on getting them for our friends and just don't really like the headband that everyone buys now (especially non-married guests). I appreciate the help. Oh, I've tried looking at eBay and came up empty. Thanks.

Thomas

hiwaygal

07-13-2008, 02:40 PM

Unfortunately, Disney stopped selling the beanie style wedding ears about 2 years ago. The only place you would probably be able to find them is on ebay, so keep checking there (you never know when someone is going to list them).

I did want to mention, though, that you can now "customize" ears at Le Chapeau in the Magic Kingdom (check out this LINK (http://www.laughingplace.com/Lotion-View-591.asp)).

While that's not exactly what you are looking for, it's closer than the headband...

Hope that helps!

PrincessBrideKatie

07-13-2008, 03:26 PM

I actually saw someone wearing one last week, I assume they got if off ebay. I had to do a double take because I have not seen that style in quite some time. But I agree with you on the headbands, they are not comfortable and I have seen way too many girls (under the age of 10) wearing them. But I have also seen this with the top hat ears, kids wear them too. My mom wanted a pair for my nephew, but they only come in adult sizes.

myprincessgirlisa

07-14-2008, 01:48 PM

have you thought about making them??

when i saw the rhinestone ears & the price...i said NO WAY...SO...i made them, see......

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z303/myprincessgirlisa/IMG_1392.jpg

maybe you could get a pair of ears & somehow "fabric paint" them & then get some tulle at the fabric store...you could do it!!!

WVTinkGrl

07-14-2008, 03:34 PM

I don't think I have ever seen the old style minnie bridal hats. Does anyone have a pic of one?

myprincessgirlisa

07-14-2008, 03:57 PM

this is what i think they are talking about

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z303/myprincessgirlisa/scan0012.jpg

WVTinkGrl

07-14-2008, 04:29 PM

this is what i think they are talking about

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z303/myprincessgirlisa/scan0012.jpg

Wow! That's so cute.:love: I totally want one now.

lurkyloo

07-14-2008, 05:14 PM

I didn't like the headband either, so we made these:

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t63/lurkyloo/Honeymoon/IMG_5947.jpg

Might be a fun craft project for you! :thumbsup2

linzwylie

07-18-2008, 09:13 AM

I didn't like the headband either, so we made these:

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t63/lurkyloo/Honeymoon/IMG_5947.jpg

Might be a fun craft project for you! :thumbsup2

Lurly - Those are fabulous !!! How did you attatch the ears and veil to them???

I think this may be the only way that I can get Lee to wear any sort of grooms ears :rotfl:

Linz xxx :)

ElleBren

07-18-2008, 10:28 AM

I am planning on totally ripping off Carrie and found this site that has both hat for 7.99. They charge $5 shipping & $3 handling, but its only like 15 for both so I thought it was a pretty good deal. Just wanted to share.

http://www.studioflauren.com/detail.aspx?ID=2863

lurkyloo

07-18-2008, 01:05 PM

Rip away! We got so many comments and compliments on them, I think there's really a need for Disney to fill, and the more of these hats they see, the more they might consider making official ones.

Plus, as you said, guys are WAY more apt to wear a ballcap than the silly top hat they sell - it's too small for many guys and it doesn't keep the sun off.

For the groom ears, just buy a cheap-o set of classic black mouse ears and cut them off, leaving a bit of the material at the base of them. We made slits in the sides of the hat and pushed the fabric left at the base of the ears through, then covered it on the inside of the cap with black felt that was affixed using Barge, an industrial-strength adhesive they use to put soles on shoes.

The bride ears were trickier and more spendy, cuz you have to buy that headband. DH removed the ears, trim and veil, and then affixed the ears to the ball cap the same way he did the groom ears. It's harder because of the sequins. Then he used Barge to affix the veil and trim at the top.

Hope this helps! :thumbsup2

epcot1982uk

07-18-2008, 01:23 PM

The bride ears were trickier and more spendy, cuz you have to buy that headband.

Just had a thought that you could use the black basic ears and paint/spray them white to match the hat.

My friend was so worried that they would stop selling the old bride ears that she bought a set over 2 years before her wedding. She was glad that she did!

hiwaygal

07-18-2008, 01:33 PM

When I made mine, I used the "super thick" craft foam to make our ears.

I used some old ears I had laying around to trace for the shape and just cut them out. While the cut was a little "rough" you can use ribbon glued around the edge to hide that. You can get really fancy with it, or just plain old grosgrain.

lurkyloo

07-18-2008, 02:11 PM

hiwaygal - I didn't know you made ears too! Maybe we should have a thread about how to make them and we could all share ideas and pictures. :goodvibes

hiwaygal

07-18-2008, 02:29 PM

I made headband ears similar to what you can buy. The only reason I did that was because I have a big head (not sure if I should admit that or not:lmao: ) and was concerned about the headbands being too small (little kids wear them!:eek: ). So I got a headband that was comfortable for me and made the ears. DH wore the tophat style even though they were tight for him.

I had considered making ears like you did (on the baseball caps) but I don't really do hats well (look like a goof wearing them).

Yours came out looking really good and I think have a much wider appeal!

IndyBride

07-18-2008, 05:19 PM

I LOVE those old school minnie ears! I wish they still sold them. I wonder why they stopped..

Donald'sGirl

07-18-2008, 05:55 PM

ElleBren

07-18-2008, 05:59 PM

Can you get that Barge glue at a craft store or what?

linzwylie

07-18-2008, 06:13 PM

For the groom ears, just buy a cheap-o set of classic black mouse ears and cut them off, leaving a bit of the material at the base of them. We made slits in the sides of the hat and pushed the fabric left at the base of the ears through, then covered it on the inside of the cap with black felt that was affixed using Barge, an industrial-strength adhesive they use to put soles on shoes.

The bride ears were trickier and more spendy, cuz you have to buy that headband. DH removed the ears, trim and veil, and then affixed the ears to the ball cap the same way he did the groom ears. It's harder because of the sequins. Then he used Barge to affix the veil and trim at the top.

Hope this helps! :thumbsup2

Thanks for that info.

I feel a project coming on..................

One question..How did you attatch the white ears as they come on a headband and not a hat where you can cut the fabric of the hat around them?

Linz xxx :)

ElleBren

07-19-2008, 09:42 AM

Carrie you are the best so I am not going to totally rip you off. Just the idea. I don't want to spend so much on the bride ears, so instead of the sequin ones I bought ears that are pink (I love the color) and will find some scrap tulle and create the same look.

I think as long as the hat says bride they will still know and I know there are other mouse ears that look similar to the bride headband. I ordered my ears from ebay since I do not live close enough to either castle. I don't think Disney stores sell them either, please correct me if I am wrong because if they do that would be great to know.

Hopefully my hats turn out half as good as yours Carrie.

hiwaygal

07-19-2008, 10:27 AM

I don't think Disney stores sell them either, please correct me if I am wrong because if they do that would be great to know.

Unfortunately, you are correct, the stores don't sell them either.

Not having access to ears (and being inpatient) is why I used craft foam to make my ears. I happened to have a set of Minnie ears at home and used them as a "pattern" to cut the craft foam. The real thick stuff is very stiff and very easy to work with. I just used hot glue to stick them to my headband.

You could also print a "mickey icon" off the printer on your computer and use those ears as a pattern.

lurkyloo

07-19-2008, 04:58 PM

So, I have a quick question, where do you find just the mouse ears? At a store like Michael's??

We bought ours at Disneyland cuz we live nearby. They are only sold by Disney and not even at the Disney Store, unfortunately.

There are online shopping services that will go to the parks and buy them for you, but they mark the prices up to cover their services. Check out ThemeParkShopper.com (http://www.themeparkshopper.com/servlet/the-14/Disneyland-Themepark/Detail) and LaughingPlaceStore.com (http://www.laughingplacestore.com/Product-3455.asp) and Gifts of a Lifetime (http://giftsofalifetime.com/shopping.html). eBay might be your best bet - this pair (http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-Mickey-Mouse-Ears-Hat-ADULT_W0QQitemZ110271543343QQihZ001QQcategoryZ3584 2QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem) isn't too expensive.

Can you get that Barge glue at a craft store or what?

I talked to DH, and he buys Barge at a large foam store in L.A. I guess it's industrial-strength stuff, and he recommends that if you use it, you wear latex gloves and a charcoal respirator :eek:

Alternatively, he suggests contact cement/adhesive, which is made by companies like Dap and 3M and can be found at the hardware store. They prolly still require you to wear gloves, but you might be able to skip the respirator if you work in a well-ventilated area.

I have also used a craft adhesive called E6000 for other projects, I just don't know if it would work in this case - it seems to dry with a slightly rubbery texture, while contact cement dries like hard plastic.

How did you attatch the white ears as they come on a headband and not a hat where you can cut the fabric of the hat around them?

DH doesn't quite remember what was at the bottom, but in looking at our hats, we can see there is a wire loop forming each bride ear. We think that when he detached the ears from the headband, there was wire at the bottom that he pushed through the slits in the ball cap, and then covered with felt. When you cut the material off the headband you'll see how the ears are attached to it and maybe be able to reuse that structure.

Carrie you are the best so I am not going to totally rip you off. Just the idea. I don't want to spend so much on the bride ears, so instead of the sequin ones I bought ears that are pink (I love the color) and will find some scrap tulle and create the same look.

I really don't mind if anybody rips us off, but your idea sounds like it's going to be super-cute! :cutie:

Donald'sGirl

07-19-2008, 06:37 PM

Carrie you are the best!! Thank you so much for posting all the information on how to and where to get everything!! Thanks for the link for the mickey ears I am going to get one now!

Funny story..I went into Michael's today to start getting supplies for my craft projects I want to do and I asked like all the employees about the Barge clue and they were like "what glue????" Now I know why!:lmao:

Thanks again! :worship:

lurkyloo

07-19-2008, 09:13 PM

Yay! I hope you post pix here when you finish them! :goodvibes

lurkyloo

07-19-2008, 11:18 PM

Duh! I can't believe I forgot about this, but you can buy mouse ears directly from Disney World or Disneyland over the phone using their merchandise services and only pay the actual cost plus shipping and handling!

Walt Disney World Merchandise Gift Services: 407-363-6200

Disneyland DelivEARS: 800-362-4533

ElleBren

07-20-2008, 10:08 AM

How much are the hats straight from Disney? I forget.

Donald'sGirl

07-20-2008, 10:14 AM

Yay! I hope you post pix here when you finish them! :goodvibes

Duh! I can't believe I forgot about this, but you can buy mouse ears directly from Disney World or Disneyland over the phone using their merchandise services and only pay the actual cost plus shipping and handling!

Walt Disney World Merchandise Gift Services: 407-363-6200

Disneyland DelivEARS: 800-362-4533

I will absolutley post them. Thanks for the phone numbers! I found one auction for the classic Mickey ears for 10 so if that doesn't come through I will call. I think I will have to do that for the bridal headband ears anyway..Ebay has them for like 25!!:scared1:

linzwylie

07-20-2008, 05:40 PM

DH doesn't quite remember what was at the bottom, but in looking at our hats, we can see there is a wire loop forming each bride ear. We think that when he detached the ears from the headband, there was wire at the bottom that he pushed through the slits in the ball cap, and then covered with felt. When you cut the material off the headband you'll see how the ears are attached to it and maybe be able to reuse that structure.

Thanks Carrie

Linz xxx :)

Donald'sGirl

07-21-2008, 10:31 AM

Hi Everyone! I just wanted to let you all know you can buy the BARGE glue that Carrie's DH used to make the bride/groom hats on Ebay for about $10 in case anyone wanted to get it.

Laura

lurkyloo

07-21-2008, 02:26 PM

...There may also be a pair of bride and groom mouse ear ball caps on eBay at this very moment. :rolleyes1

ElleBren

07-25-2008, 03:22 PM

I wish you would have said something earlier before I ordered all my pieces!!

Anywhoo I finished my hat and heres the pic!

I love pink so I went a little crazy. I am actually thinking of adding mickey heads to the tulle like my real veil.

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/ellebren/DSCN0937.jpg

Donald'sGirl

07-25-2008, 03:26 PM

Those came out great! Good job! :thumbsup2

I just got my Bride & Groom hats in so now I am just waiting on the ears and the glue and then I can put mine together!

ElleBren

07-25-2008, 03:52 PM

I just ended up using regular hot glue and it turned out fine. I was a little scared when Carrie mentioned the use of a charcoal respirator and figured hot glue would work just as well. I also sewed the veil to keep it together so that probably helped. I think the whole project ended up being under $30. Definitely worth it!

lurkyloo

07-25-2008, 03:54 PM

SO cute! I am very jealous now. I could have loved pink.... :cutie:

WithDisneySpirit

07-25-2008, 03:56 PM

...There may also be a pair of bride and groom mouse ear ball caps on eBay at this very moment. :rolleyes1

I wonder how many disbrides are keeping tabs on that auction, Carrie :lmao: I want to see what the final bid is myself!!

ElleBren

07-25-2008, 04:03 PM

I want to know what happens too!

SO cute! I am very jealous now. I could have loved pink.... :cutie:

I have to say I was a little freaked about using the bride headband since you said that it was a little trickier. I wasn't in love with sequins so it made it quite an easy choice.
I am addicted to pink so it was not that hard of a choice. But I just realized that the pink ears are slightly smaller than the black ones. I think its because its from an infant hat, but I don't think its really that big of a deal.I just hope they make it in my suitcase ok, do you think it would be tacky of me to wear them on the plane?

Handbag Lady

07-25-2008, 04:16 PM

Wear them on the plane!!! You might get bumped up to first class.

I confess I have the bridal hat and I wore it at my rehearsal. Does anyone have ANY idea how to clean them at all? Can I take off the net and wash it? They were in storage and the plastic bag had a hole in it and they got really dirty and dusty.

disneygal922

07-25-2008, 04:17 PM

I wore my hot pink mouse ears I put together on the plane ride home. well, just through the airport and security until we got settled in our seats... then they sat on my lap! :laughing:

Handbag Lady

07-25-2008, 04:29 PM

lurkyloo

07-25-2008, 06:01 PM

I just hope they make it in my suitcase ok, do you think it would be tacky of me to wear them on the plane?

TOTALLY wear them on the plane! On our way home we were on the plane with another DFTW couple. They wore their ears and we didn't, so they got all these perks that we didn't (but they very graciously pointed us out to the flight attendants later and we ended up getting free sundaes!)

disneychickforever

08-05-2008, 08:58 PM

So Carrie, are you and Patrick going to make those baseball ears to sell? I know someone who would try to get them :rolleyes1

If you decide not to, where did you get the actual hats that say Bride and Groom? Did I miss this answer? Lol.

ETA: Nevermind on that second part, I found the link, sorry.

OtherFigment

08-14-2008, 12:52 PM

Carrie, I love your ears! I lurked for your entire wedding TR; it made me laugh out loud so many times. (strange looks by co-workers were had)

I know you kept saying that you were thinking about making and selling the ears... If you decide to, let me know! I know I'm too lazy to make them myself.

(Warning: shameless flattery to follow)
I only hope that I look half as gorgeous on my wedding day as you did on yours!

jack_loves_sally

08-14-2008, 01:55 PM

Don't know if anyone is still interested....but there is an old style Minnie bridal hat on ebay now, and they are selling the men's hat with it as well, just go to ebay and type in Disney Wedding hat. :goodvibes

lurkyloo

08-14-2008, 04:16 PM

So Carrie, are you and Patrick going to make those baseball ears to sell? I know someone who would try to get them :rolleyes1

Carrie, I love your ears! I lurked for your entire wedding TR; it made me laugh out loud so many times. (strange looks by co-workers were had)
I know you kept saying that you were thinking about making and selling the ears... If you decide to, let me know! I know I'm too lazy to make them myself.

:blush:

We were thinking about it, but DH (who does all the work!) felt that the cost of the raw materials plus all the time involved would make them either too expensive or kind of a bum deal for him....

That said, I now have a plan to make anniversary ears for our trip next year, so maybe we can find a way to streamline the process! :thumbsup2