How To Make A Full Wig With Lace Closure (Beginner Friendly)
- Posted on 07 April, 2016
- Full Lace Wig
- By Anonymous
Hi Loves!
Here is the long awaited tutorial on how I make my full wigs with a lace closure.
PRODUCTS USED
Nylon thread
Curved needle
T-Pins
Dome cap
Styrofoam wig head
WIGS I'VE MADE
Brazilian Body Wave
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiQQG2...
Brazilian Curly
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQwC4K...
Burmese Curly
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyA-wG...
Mink Brazilian Straight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcOMqk...
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F O L L O W M E
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xoxo
Brandi
What'S up you guys, this has been a long awaited video and it is my how to make a full wig step-by-step. So first, I just want to show you guys some of the units that I've made using this exact same technique. So it's super easy. If I can do it, you can do it trust me. So, first, let's go through the items that you'll need to make a full wig. The first is nylon weaving thread I like using this, because it's a lot more durable to me, and it also makes weaving the needle or threading the needle a lot easier. Next, you need some t pins just to make the process easier by holding the hair in place, also you're going to need a curved needle and then lastly, a weaving cap. I like using dome caps, it's all up to you so starting out by taking the closure. I like applying it first, just because I feel like this is the most important step. If the closure does not lay down flat, then they're definitely going to know that this is a wig and we're trying to avoid that look. So I go ahead and measure this face and just apply it with my T pins to keep it in place as I'm threading it. So I just use about three or four t pins. You can choose, however, many you're comfortable with, but you want to make sure that it's laying completely flat on the dome cap then just to get the hair out of the way I use like a little elastic band, just to put it all up at the top. Now this is where you want to make sure you are watching carefully. I'M going to try to explain this as simple as I can, but basically you just want to thread it as close to the very end of the closure as possible, and I like tying a knot on the very first one and then continuing on after that. So the technique is kind of like looping it a little bit as you're, going just to make sure as secure as possible. So, as you can see, I have the like the thread or the excess thread up at the top, where I'm holding it. With my left hand, and then when I'm threading the needle I'm going like an underneath motion as opposed to over top and then looping it now, I find that this was easier for me, like the hand placement, but you can I'd whichever hand. Placement is more comfortable for you because pretty much the pattern is just redundant you're going to be doing this over and over and over again. Now I like doing one side of the closure first and then switching to the other side as opposed to just continuously threading. It all the way around and like a u-shape, because sometimes you can get bulging. If you don't do each side first and then do the back last. So I do all of that. I thread it all the way down and making sure I'm doing my loops and right here at the end, where I'm getting ready to cut it, I loop it two more times just to make sure it's secure, cut off some of the excess string and then go In again, tying like two or three knots to make sure that the thread is not going to come loose at all and then cut off the excess. So, as you can see here, you may be able to see the pattern a little bit and it's very very secure. So I'm just going to repeat all of that on the other side, as I said and kind of speeding it up here for you guys, because it's just redundant okay and now here we are at the very back of it, and I just continue on from that Side and it's the exact same pattern over and over again and right when you get to the end as you're going to watch here, I loop it one time as I do all the other on all of the other threading and then I do two more loops. Just to make it secure, cut off the excess and then do like two or three knots here before I complete the rest of the closure and then lastly, I'm going to just cut off all of the excess right there, because you don't want it showing too much And that's it for the closure part, so it's very very secure, as I'm showing you here. Okay now moving on to the bundles, I normally like to start with my longest bundle at the bottom, because it gives it kind of like a subtle um, a subtle layering. Look but you can do whichever you prefer. You can start with the shortest. If you want and then using the T pins, I just secure it to it. How you know how much I want it to go kind of like from ear to ear in the back area and then going through the bundle you want to go through the weft with your needle first and then also make sure you're not going through the elastic Band on the cap, because you will find that at the end it won't stretch so keep in mind that and then we're using the exact same technique for threading it that we use on the closure. So you want to loop it twice at the very beginning and then from then on just do the whole like looping it one time method, as you can see here, and it's a little bit clearer for you to see how I like the hand placements and things Like that, where I hold up the excess thread with my left hand and then do sort of like a looping motion, you can also see what it looks like as the hairs being threaded. You want it to be a consistent pattern and you just continue on looping. It or you know, loop swoop, pull whatever you want to call it. Okay, when I get to the end of how much I want it to be, I go through the left one more time to secure it and making sure that I do not pick up that elastic band with this needle, because that is like crucial. I made that mistake. Like the first time I made a wig and then, as you see here, I'm also like looping it twice to make sure that it's very, very secure and now this is a step that I take too. Some people choose to cut their west's. Each time they get ready to do a new row, I just do the fold-over method for mine, because I might want to use this here at a different time. So also when I start a new row, I go through the weft one more time and then also do a double loop like we're. Making sure these bundles are not going to be falling off and then, after doing that very first one. I then go underneath the wefts and just continue threading, very, very repetitive over and over again, which is why I sped it up here at this point, you should have the technique like down pat, so I'm just continuing to do with this over and over and over Again, and normally I do this with the very first bundle and I keep it where it's single, so I'm just going to show you guys, you know the techniques a few more times before we go on to the next step. Okay, you guys not, starting with the second bundle, we're going to be doubling these wefts. So, just as we did with the very first bundle, we go through the left with our needle first and then we tie a little loop at the end to make sure that it's nice and secure, and then we go around the left for the rest of it. So, just the exact same step that we've been taking over and over again, except this time, we're doubling the West okay. Now, when you get to the very top, I think I did single WebSphere. The third bundle - and I just went all the way to the top and left about an inch of space, and this is where we want to finish off our wig by adding this last bundle or the last part of this third bundle to the closure itself. Because you don't want that gap between the two of them, so you want to make sure that you're sewing this weft on to the closure. So just right at the very end of it and you're, going to be using the exact same technique that we've been using for all of the bundles with your looping and all of that to make sure that it's very, very secure and just continue on from there. Now, when you get to the very end of it where it meets up with the front of the closure on the other side, you want to go through the left needle through the left this time and then do two loops, and once you cut off the excess Thread, you do three more knots to make sure it's very secure, then cut off the excess and then right here you want to cut off the extra bundle that you did not use, and so this is pretty much it. You don't see where the closure begins or ends at this point now here. This is the very last step and you want to cut the very inner part of your dome cap or weaving cap, whatever netic cap, that you have and just cut that part off, because you want your lace to be able to show when you put the wig On - and you want to be very careful with that step because you don't want to cut any of the threading that you've already done, and then this is pretty much what the wig looks like unstyled and all of that jazz. Congratulations! You guys. You'Ve made it to the end of this tutorial. This is the finished product after I've cut and styled the unit. If you guys are interested in seeing how I go about layering and flat iron curling. Most of my units then definitely give this video a thumbs up and comment below. Also, if you haven't been watching my videos lately, you wouldn't know that I am now selling a wig. So if you guys are interested in making a purchase check the description box below for all of the details, thanks so much for watching. I hope this video was very helpful to you if it was give it a thumbs up and also, if you are not a subscriber, then go ahead and click that subscribe button and until next time I will see all of you beauties later.
Comments
Nicole Switzer: I know this is an old video but I just started on my wig-making journey and this is the best video I found!! I LOVE the unit I made with the guidance of your tutorial! Your instructions are so clear and made things so easy; I definitely appreciate the tips on using nylon thread and not sewing through the band (I think I would have been in big trouble had you not said that lol). I get more compliments on my unit than I ever did with my $200 sew-ins. People come up to me at work and at the store asking who did my hair, and when I tell them it's a wig I made myself, they keep trying to pay me to make one for them. But this was too time-consuming LOL I don't want to do it for anyone else, I just like doing it for myself. I wish I could upload a photo of my hair to the comments, but my profile picture shows me wearing my unit. Thanks for the great video!
Takira Thompson: Just made my first wig and this was sooooo helpful! Took me 8 hours (I'm slow lol) but I only spent $18!(used bundles I already had ) and the outcome was so worth it! thanks so much!
elyse ingram: You helped me make my 1st wig and it looks BOMB NO MORE paying 300-400 for a weave ♀️
Skky Royal: You made it so easy and understandable ! I feel I'm ready to be the WIG QUEEN ! Thanks :)
Shirleyas Chambers: Thank you so much for this tutorial. Made my first week last night and it came out perfect. Everyone thought I had a sew in. Thank you thank you thank you! You've just saved me so much money.
SupremeDreamss: Just came across your channel and Im so glad I did. This technique looks flawless and natural and I cant wait to try it (:
D Heyes: For all of us who used to make our own clothing, it's just like hand hemming an outfit. Very, very easy to do. Well done video.
Sinmisola: This tutorial was so so helpful and really helped me to make my first wig. Thank you so much!
Riss S: Used this tutorial to make my first wig and it came out amazing, can't wait to make more!
Life Of Mai: Definitely making my wig from this tutorial. Very simple and the results were beautiful
Tasia Fortune: Constructing my first wig today. Cant wait! Will love to see a style and layering video.
Tracey Jenkins: Thank you so much! I loved it and can't wait to see (or find, if you've already done it) the video where you do the cutting and styling. This unit is GORGEOUS! <3
Katice Harris: Best how-to so far. This video made me subscribe. I can't wait to try my first wig.
Haja Princess: After watching so many wig tutorials yours is soooo detailed I love it ! Thank you so much !
PikaWho 215: Made my first wig the other day and I wanted to thank you because I literally watched this video 1000 times lol
Elizabeth Shannon: Thank you for explaining this technique! I'm going to try to make my first wig this week.
Nici: I officially feel more comfortable and confident in making my own wig! Thank you girl!! Can't wait to make my first wig. Also could you add rollers to curl it?
Nautyca Turner: I’m in the process of making my first wig & ive never sewn anything to anything ever in my life but last night I watched your video and I sewed me closure down and it was so easy and simple.. I’m going to sew the tracks on today. Thanks for the video
cocoprinccess86: Most detailed how to I've ever seen finally the techniques were clearly n slowly explained and camera angle was bomb so I could actually see how to REALLY achieve the how to lol I'm going in cuz jus finally thank you sis
Nic V: Easiest tutorial ever!! Thanks I finally found a video that answered my questions and it's simple!! Very helpful!!
Cee: I followed these steps and made a bomb ass wig thank you so much!!!
K G: This video is so helpful I’m going to use this video to make my first wig .. nice vid ❤️❤️
Jai Sis: Your tutorial video helped me make my first wig ever. Thanks so much. xx
Tyson456: VERY VERY VERY HELPFUL ! You did I great job I'm 17 and I can't even braid barely. And thanks to your video i was able to successfully make a wig . Def would refer to this video over and over again
Kierra Khardae: I've looked through so many videos && yours is the clearest & most helpful one I've seen, I watched it one time & feels like I can do it but I'll watch it a few more times lol I can't wait to try this out #superExcited
The k girls: You made this look simple and easy, Ima give it a try Thank you!!!
Krystal Moore: Thank you so much for a very understanding and detailed video on this! Most people kinda speed through it and don’t really know how to “teach” but you did it with such ease!
Blessed: Awesome tutorial! Very detailed & informative!
Savvy 360: You made this look simple and easy, Ima give it a try thanks for sharing!!
Brea Janea: So detailed, thank you!! ❤️
Lady Y: Ok so I know I'm super crazy late to this tutorial, but I'm brand new to wig making and your video is everything ok...have me believing I can open up my own wig shop (although I've yet to sew down my first closure ). Great tutorial!!
MoniThee Simmer: This is like the best how to wig tutorial. I finally realized where I was going wrong! Thank you!!!
Little Rose: Love how detailed this was, thanks!
thelma A: i followed everything you said, everyone said i couldnt do it, i did, i made my first wig and it was beautiful, it took me 5 hours lol, but i made it. thank you for your help. xxxx
Martia: Video is very professional and clear. I understood all of your directions and was actually able to see the threading process. Thank you. DO you have a video of you bleaching the knots?
Taiyeler: I just recently made a wig for the first time myself! and it turned out pretty good! :)
Syandene Clarke: Thankfully I found this video!! The other ones I watched weren't as up close and detailed. Thank you for teaching us beginners!
Mika B: Awesome job! I'm debating on making a wig,so this was right on time.
Beauty by Cheeky: Easiest tutorial I've seen! Thank you.
Tanya Anderson: Thanks for the video! it was very detailed and great! It would also be nice if you do another video to learn how you do the edges/sides of the wig...that seems to be my most troublesome part of making a wig.
Kufre 4 Real: Thanks for sharing... I'll take a bold step to make one myself because I'm tired of paying people to do it haha
Kellie Henderson: This is the best wig making tutorial because you show how you closed off the top! I been making the mistake of sewing it in an awkward “U” shape and it’s hard for the closure to cover that lol thanks
ladynefertitibk: Beautiful results. Thanks for this video.
ClemLee Lo: This is awesome Brandi!!! Thanks for sharing!
Sade A: One of the best how to's I've come across. I subscribed after watching this. You made it sound so easy. Thank you
Comfort Vee: Thank you. I'm super new to wig making so this was very helpful.
Mya Thomas: your video helped me so much! Whenever I made my units I would always go through the spandex and could never figure out why it would not stretch. You have earned my subscription lol.
Bundlez and Beyond: The wig and technique is incredible. Would love to see the finished product.
Tiffany Willis: Great job! Amazing work.
trilette Chandler: Wow, thank you! This video was very helpful.i will be making my own wigs!
Camille c: This tutorial is so helpful for me right now.
Jess: Thanks for the tip about NOT sewing on the elastic band because it will affect the stretch... very helpful!
tynisha malone: Beautiful. Can’t wait to try at home
Sherry Allen: Well I made my wig while watching you and you got it going on for I did it and it came out GREAT thank you dear for the way to explain it and the closer was the hardest part and it worked out GREAT
Simone Freeman: I was waiting for this video!!! Thank you, I want to try and make a wig.
Huntyr Azur: This is amazing, I've been wanting to make my own wigs but didn't know how...where did you get the bundles for this wig from?
Hope Mcguire: this was great i really enjoyed the information.. now I'm ready to make my own. Thank you.
Amy Schneider: oh wow such a great video :) so glad I came across this , I'm going too attempt too make one :)
Qiana H.: Doing this! This was perfect!
Jennell Pereira: Thanks for sharing! It was a good, detailed step by step tutorial, it made me feel confident in making my own wig soon. Do you have a link for your own wigs that you're selling?
Jordan Billingsley: Love this! Thanks for sharing!
MCNaturall: Thank you! Your hair unit came out beautiful.
dollhousedee: Wonderful tutorial!!
Emani Terry: This was a really great and helpful video!!
Nitoshia Mitchell: I love this technique! !!
Carol Karafa: i love the way you make it look simple i just ordered a mannequin head and i will start making my own wigs what type of caps should i go for ? thank you sooo much for your well elaborated tutorial
Karisma116: I have tried and failed to the the loop method foreva!!! I totally feel like an idiot, you made it so easy!!! Thank you so much.... sewing my wig now !!!
Bree13: this was so helpful, thank you!
Rmon: I have to get this right because I refuse to pay 220.00 for this.
I_am_the_babez: I've watched several videos on how to make a wig and your video has been so explicit I'm actually shuck
Laporsche La Belle: Best tutorial so far! More please!!!
MissNelly: Thanks for the video. Very detailed and helpful. At what point do you start doubling the tracks and at what point do you stop? I see you started off single welting then in the next shit I see they are doubled then it looks like toward the top it’s single again. Also how far apart should the wefts be?
anjie_O: Handsdown the best tutorial, its so descriptive!!!
Ms Ken: this is the most detailed video I've ever seen FINALLY greattttttt JOB!!! AND I CAN ACTUALLY SEE WHAT YOUR DOING!
Kim A: Hi! Your videos are detailed and polished, love the channel. Regarding wig making...have you made any with a u-part for leave out?
K Lynne: looking for that perfect winter protective style for my short natural hair. I have applied two styles of crochet braids but just not feeling it although they both came out cute, I feel just wearing a wig will be more beneficial to my hair. After spending countless hours, days searching YouTube for the perfect tutorial, I am thankful for coming across your video. Your mannerism, clarity and knowledge made me like, subscribe and now follow. Thank you for such an informative video. Will be heading to the BS store soon.
bxboo823: Very nice tutorial. Well explained.
B. Jones: Best video I have seen on YT! You really helped me! Thanks a bunch!!
Valerie Nomalanga: This is really helpful and easy.
Salome Laka: definitely making one . Thank you
EricaKane ThaFrugista: can't wait to try this!!
TEBOGO TSUTSUBI: Thank you so much for this video the other videos I watched they didn't show cutting the dome cap in front I even thought you wear it like that but it was hella confusing cause the cap is thick n it would take away The Whole point of the lace closure so thanks for this definitely definitely helpful
Shari Sweet: Im going to use this method in a couple weeks. Thanks for being thorough
Florence Atuh: Thanks for this tutorial. My wig came out flawless!!!
Frances Roach: Love the tutorial and I'm actually making one now..I took a break to ask this question... Is the front of the closure sewn down or is it just the sides and the back?
Thando: your tutorial is on point girl!!!one new subscriber here
astrey gold: amezing tutorial ur video show me my mistake i made when i did my first wig , know ill not make that mistake again thank you so much :) :*
TheHareLife: Love it
ty marshall: Hey, Love your channel, but I was wondering did the wig remain secure once you cut the band from under the lace closure?
Gheriane Ulysse: Have/Can you make one for a 360 lace front please. You made making a wig a far less intimidating process than I imagined. Thank you.
kersha beaver: Very detailed tutorial thank you
Omalicha Ada: Thank you so much.... this was very very veryyyy helpfulll!!!
Simbo Olasogba: Definitely one of the best wig tutorial!
Twyla King: love this video im ready to buy my 1st wig
Growngal Tyre: Yesssss I can’t wait to make another custom wig
Katice Harris: I will need help learning how to cut & style. Can't wait to to watch more videos from you.
Shawanda Howard: you made this so easy to understand thanx mama just subbed!!;)
Cheryl Mitchell: Thank u 4 sharing u tutorial on make a Full Wig with Lace Closure it was very straight forward. Loved this video I found ur video very helpful.....
Keianna Spencer: The best video yet ! Thanks so much
Ella Ferguson: Great video! Keep up the great work! I understood everyting you said!