Balmoral bonnet and feathers...

[Bob C]

"Tall" seems to be the operative word. So, what about shorter, stubbier feathers tha would be worn simply as a jaunty decoration? I have some ruffed grouse tail feathers that are beautiful, and only about 5 inches long.

Wear 'em! I've got several blue jay feathers that I've collected while mowing my lawn and I plan to fashion them into something to wear on my Balmoral bonnet and/or my Tilley hat.

I've got a turkey tail feather, too, but it's long and would probably set off someone who has nothing better to do than mind my business. Not that I'm opposed to meeting such confrontations, but when I'm enjoying a festival or games with family and friends, I just don't need the hassle.