some hoods steps

2 files changed, 24 insertions, 2 deletions

diff --git a/source/contemporary_unisex/headwear/hood_scarf/index.rst b/source/contemporary_unisex/headwear/hood_scarf/index.rst
index 5ab5b07..d449702 100644
--- a/source/contemporary_unisex/headwear/hood_scarf/index.rst
+++ b/source/contemporary_unisex/headwear/hood_scarf/index.rst
@@ -72,5 +72,13 @@ length.
    you may want to lay the two halves side by side and topstitch with a
    zig-zag stitch, but the area near the top seam will be quite fussy.
 
+.. tip::
+
+   Before finishing this last seam with a knot check the hood for fit,
+   and if necessary adapt its lenght.
+
+Optional but recommended: a short distance from the end of the back
+seam, make a thread bar between the two free sides.
+
 See Also
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diff --git a/source/contemporary_unisex/headwear/square_hood/index.rst b/source/contemporary_unisex/headwear/square_hood/index.rst
index 45fdbca..0c13f0c 100644
--- a/source/contemporary_unisex/headwear/square_hood/index.rst
+++ b/source/contemporary_unisex/headwear/square_hood/index.rst
@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ Square Hood
 This hood is vaguely inspired by the Skjoldehamn Hood, in that the
 finished object has a vaguely similar shape, but uses a completely
 different construction method and pattern, suitable for very narrow
-fabric 
+fabric (
   
 Materials
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@@ -43,7 +43,21 @@ Instructions
 ------------
 
 Hem all edges: fold down the raw edges twice towards the wrong side,
-mitering the corners, and hemstitch down.
+mitering the corners, and either hemstitch down or topstitch with a
+running stitch.
+
+.. tip::
+
+   If your fabric has plain selvedges, like those created by historical
+   looms, you can avoid finishing that side and use it as-is.
+
+.. tip::
+
+   When using heavier fabric that does not fray, like fulled wool, you
+   can fold it just once towards the wrong side instead of twice, for
+   less bulk.
+
+
 
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