Additional Features

• Natural variation to be expected.
• Care: Feathers that are colored should not be placed in direct sunlight as the dye made fade over time. Feathers are natural materials that will constantly change. As a result, Juju Hats may become slightly uneven and obtain minor cracks or unevenness, thus adding to its unique qualities. Though the Juju Hat is initially fumigated and pre-treated with insect repellent, treating your Juju Hat periodically against moths or other bugs that may be naturally attracted is recommended. You can do this by placing the headdress in a plastic bag and putting it in a freezer overnight; alternatively, attaching a small satchel of lavender, cedarwood or mothballs on the back of the headdress will naturally repel bugs.
• Juju Hats are designed with the ability to fold inward into a drum shape, which protects the feathers. The Juju Hat will arrive fold inward, wrapped tightly with string, and encased in protective wrapping. When the Juju Hat arrives, untie the other strings - but do not cut them! (The string maintains the structure of the hat and should be folded away behind the hat once open.). Once the strings have been untied, the Juju Hat will loosen and you can gently open it outwards. At the back of the base of the hat, there is a tab you can use to press the center of the hat inward. Once your Juju Hat is open, it will need to have its outer edges straightened and made even. Gently use your fingers to reposition the feather bundles on the outer edges and finger comb the interior feathers until they are even and in place. The Juju easily hangs on any nail or small screw with the thread loop already tied to the raffia support ring. If you have purchased a stand (sold separately), the thread loop can be used on the u-shaped metal.