LEARN TO HAND SEW WIGS for ANY DOLL
HANDSEWN WIG // SMART DOLL SEWING
Hello!
This has been a project I've been wanting to tackle so badly!! If you're in the doll hobby you may know how pricey clothing , wigs, and accessories can be. Its one of the main reasons (besides curiosity) that motivated me to try to make a wig for my smart doll! The total cost of the materials was around 20-25$. Even less for me since I already had most of the materials and only needed the hair wefts :) If you only need the wefts, then the average price would be around 16$ for the wig! It takes time and a steady hand but once you get the hang of it, its the most relaxing activity everrr! The process is incredibly fun to watch! The wig I’m making is parted down the middle of the head. There are various ways to create a wig this is the style that will have no bangs.
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UPDATED VIDEO: https://youtu.be/5plzWn46qOY
MATERIALS //
- Elastic Lace
-1/4" in /or/ 1 cm Elastic
- Hand Quilting Thread
- Curved Needle (make sure its not too sharp)
- Heat Resistant Hair Wefts // One may not be enough, but two will leave you with a lot left over
- Scissors // Thread Clippers
WIG CAP //
To get started, measure your doll's head with the elastic while pulling slightly. The tightness will help keep the wig on! Don't be afraid to make it tight but don't over do it. Overlap the elastic ends and sew them ! Once you sew your elastic, place the lace over your doll's head and then the elastic over it. Cut the excess lace off but leave about .5 in /or / 2cm.
Prepare your double threaded curved needle. Start by lifting the excess lace over the elastic and sewing as close to the elastic as you can. I recommend you use a blanket stitch. In a way it's a series of knots. They will strengthen the seam while allowing a bit of room to move around and shift about. Make your way all around then clip the excess and you're all set!
SEWING HAIR WEFTS//
Sewing the hair wefts has it's learning curve but once you get past it, it's a breeze!
Slowly work your way up! I also recommend branding each weft after you sew it on, it keeps everything more organized and clean. Take your time and don't stress if you get a knot! Always try to use the other end of the needle to undo your last stitch! Never pull, it'll only tighten the knot! The amount layers you want to add is up to you. The more you add, the heavier the wig will be and may have trouble staying on. Once there aren't any wefts showing through, you're set! Do a boil wash and watch the hair flatten in place! It's the most satisfying part :3
If you want to have waves you can braid the hair or section it off with tight thread like I did before a boil wash. By the time they dry the'll have wonderful waves !
Thank you for watching! If you have any questions feel free to comment below and I'll do my best to help you out!
If you make your own wig tag us on instagram @joesewz :D
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