How Wigs Are Made For Drag Queens | Made With Pride
- Posted on 12 May, 2021
- Lace Front Wig
- By Anonymous
Edward Sizzahands has created wigs for celebrities like RuPaul and Tiffany Haddish, and is most known for his work with drag queens. He crafts these wigs using everything from chicken wire to Gorilla Glue. We visited his studio as he brought a fantasy wig to life for Trinity The Tuck Taylor.
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How $1,000 Wigs Are Made For Celebrities | Made With Pride
Today, I'm going to be designing and creating a fantasy hairpiece for drag star Trinity ``, The Tuck'' Taylor.. Once it's completed, I'm going to deliver it to her for a photo shoot. In my wigs. Nothing is off limits.. I'Ve used chicken wire Mod Podge Gorilla Glue floor shellac.. I did one for RuPaul, probably about a foot tall.. First, we're going to start off attaching the frontal to the cap, which is lace from ear to ear., And now we're going to stitch it down. We're going to remove the excess lace, because we want to make sure this lays clean around her ears and stitch in The hair for the back. I'm doing a loop stitch., So we're going to remove some of this hair. Growing up. It wasn't really looked at as a legit career, I would say in my family. I remember the quote: `` Boys don't do hair.''. I feel like in my parents' eyes. They wanted like this athlete something like that kind of stature and it just wasn't me.. You know my mom was like ``. If you're gay, you get AIDS and you go to hell.'', That's just the misconception that I think a lot of people had back then.. So I felt like I kind of had to compensate by doing extra-masculine things like military high school going into the military. That would show my parents that gay doesn't really have a face.. All right, don't judge the process.. I like steaming my wig in the pot, because I want to make sure that each curl gets penetrated evenly with the steam. After my obligation with the Army. I just didn't feel fulfilled. I felt like I was doing what my parents wanted.. I decided to follow my passion. I enrolled in a cosmetology school, but it didn't seem promising to my parents., So they weren't very supportive of it because they didn't look at that. As a legit career or something you can retire from or make a good living from. And now we're going to attach the hair for the rest of it. Gelling this into a nice smooth, ponytail, all slick and sprayed.. So right now, I'm just zip-tie-securing this ponytail.. All of this is extra., So we're just going to remove this. And now we're going to go, attach our money, gun. Soldering iron, to remove the handle.. I felt that I had to not just be your behind-the-chair stylist, but I had to like take it to the next level., Some type of world-renowned like, even if you don't know who I am you've seen my work., That's what I like about fantasy hair is: it's Kind of like no rules and there's no like right and wrongs. As long as it works, that's all that matters. A little Gorilla Glue to adhere my cotton. And I'm going to secure it all in place now with a layer of felt. Fantasy hair would be something That you would never wear for an everyday event., It's just a work of art, that's actually on someone's head.. It doesn't even have to be super crazy, because everybody's fantasies are different. A straight jet-black wig. And to you and me that might be basic, but that could be someone's fantasy.. I didn't quite figure out what I was going to do until last night.. I mean I had a concept, but I'm like how do I pull it off, though I was on the phone with my mom and a commercial came on TV that I had done. The hair for. Got her to change it to the channel.. I think that was kind of an eye-opening moment for her.. I think she realized this was my passion. To be where I'm at now and have my parents' full support, and all of that is amazing.. I'M going to start adding the decor and hiding our electrical cord.. We have some gold, bows diamonds, gold trimming, pearl accents and then, of course, $ 100 bills. Time to deliver this piece to Trinity for her photo shoot.. Oh my goodness. Edward. This is amazing. Edward. Thank you thank you.. I love it.. It really looks like real money. Edward, So this wig is giving us a very like Marie Antoinette kind of Elizabethan mix.. Ever since I can remember, I've always been fascinated by hair.. I was obsessed with a mop. All the strands. Being the same level. Well, when this mop is turned upside down, it gets layers and it's not straight across anymore., So I played around with it and pretended it was hair.
Comments
Sailor Moon: I wish they had a whole documentary of him cutting and styling wigs
Farid Cedeno: I can’t even color inside the lines of my coloring books, homie out here making headpieces that shoot money out the front
Linda Rosenthal: I hate it when parents are not supportive of their children. Why have them if you can’t let them grow up to discover who they are? Love your work.
andicarusfell: this is where Gorilla Glue Girl got her idea from
Über Mut: I just love how proudly he smiles when he sees his wig in action he really is passionate about his job! Watching people do something they love makes me really happy
Adventures with PeachyRider: "Don't judge the process." I love that... You are beautiful inside and out❣️
Senf Dame: It´s crazy how you can make a living of something you are passionate about, no matter what it is.
N B: I would watch a tv show about his craft, each episode is a new wig he’s making, I would throw money at that
Saunda Williams: I have been his fb friend for quite a few years and I’m so happy to finally see him get public praise and time in the spotlight because he does amazing work
Coco Jlly: This dude is so amazing and talented. I wasn't aware he existed before, but I definitely know now. I'll keep an eye out for more of his works
Silk Pillows: The only person who can legally use gorilla glue for hair/wigs
BwanaLana _: The mop fascination was also me. Lol it made me wanna have dread locks as a kid.
Financial Shinanigan: Celebrities are just like us but just add an extra 0 in everything they buy
Dylan Owens: It’s crazy seeing the face, hands, and mind behind some of the most iconic wigs. Just from the pictures on his walls, you can see just some of the queens he’s done work for!
Teahleah C: I don't comment on videos often but you sir are ABSOLUTELY DAMN AMAZING! Not only for what you do but WHO you are! ❤
Shrimp Tempura ASMR: I am happy I took the 6 minutes and 19 seconds out of my day to watch this... it was amazing and I wish the video had been longer
A?: I hope he goes far in life! He’s so amazing!
Paola Energya: Wow this is beyond genius! The artistry !
Kathy Woods: Glad he followed his passion, he’s talented.
Chandan Panda: Wow, great display of gorgeous wigs!!
zwartekat.nl: A man and his passion, I love it.
firstname lastname: I'm obsessed with wigs and wig making. Especially like back in the 50 and 60s when every day wig wear was common...
samara: When I was little I would do a similar thing except it was with the curtain tassels that I’d find at the store
Aaron Martinez: Edward issss so loved in the community, some of the most esquisite work that isn't really being done by much!!! His concepts are phenomenal.
Candace Jones-Radtke: I absolutely love this!! He's so talented and I appreciate his work.
EDER DAVILA: This is so amazing and so creative. I love the monet style
ShaeLynn Terry: That is so cool. The way he makes wigs is amazing. I love that it shoots out money and you can't really see where it is coming from.
Natalie: You give me such good vibes. So talented! Bless you for making these incredible wigs for these incredible queens!
Diana: edward is so talented! i am constantly in awe of his work! and his voice is so peaceful
Luview: He should make a YouTube channel! I like seeing the progress of how wigs are made :)
Michael G: It was the the detached mannequin head being revealed from the inside of a pot after being steamed on a bamboo steamer for me. This artist is *TALENTED*
yellow blue: The vision.. the artistry.. the execution.. JUST WOW ⭐️
No name needed🦋✨: That is so dope. Ngl i was questioning the money gun thing bc ian know it still worked. But it came out crazy good. So elegant and just beautiful. True talent nd passionate. Congrats to him. I would love to see him make more wigs.
Christa Chavez: That wig is one of the most incredible, creative, mind blowing things I have ever seen. Trinity should have been WAY more excited when he showed up. She is either too spoiled, or they did several takes and she’s a bad actress
MinaTori: Good on you! I can only imagine having something I created shown to the world. Love it!
SOSEXYMAGAZINE RobinWatkins: I am sooooo glad I saw this! Phenomenal BTS look at the magic of Fantasy Wig Making and the extreme brilliance of Edward .⭐
Lolo Future: I love creativity - very innovative designing skills
Laila: Everyone is perfect just the way they are no matter who says they aren’t
lumia57: Omg I totally loveeeeeeeee you're design Trinity looked Stunningly beautiful wearing it ...love The Crazy Goth Lady
Annie Gold: he does amazing work! have seen the wigs he did for one of Todrick Hall's tours and they were a work of art
JPTHRO: this is so amazing, proud of him so much!!!
Ali Jeffreys: Dear god, the sheer talent of this man.
Allison M: This is the coolest wig ever! You are beyond creative!
B Babu: 2:43 that looks messy. 2:46 What in the name of Lady Gaga! 5:44 This man's an artist!
E Ess: Very creative, great work!
Crystal Westmoreland: I follow this amazing artists/ styles on Facebook and he is phenomenal .
Its Sumiayah: So much talent love to see it !
Maiko Carlos: Edward, your work is amazing! Really, please, never stop!
R. Artis: This is truly art!
Jennifer Reyes: Im so glad I got recommend this. It gave me pure joy. Its looks amazing.
Trey Gerrald: We love you Edward. Thank you for sharing your process and your story.
euphoria _: Damn their parents are so mean I'm glad they're doing what they like doing regardless of the parents opinions
Hoodi: u r a true artist and genius. ur mama should be so so proud!
Aidan Clarkin-Rush: Incredible artistry on display!
Yasss Gawwwd!: I’m shocked and awed by what people can do with a passion and a drive ❤️
Just Some Bigfoot With Internet Access: Strange, we bigfoots never need wigs since we're already covered in hair
Sarah Varnon: A true artist❤️
Sixell: Never thought I'd hear the name "Edward Sizzahands" but I'm already loving it
Olivia Luongo: Oh wow!! Amazing! Thanks for sharing with me. You are very talented! And your teeth are looking great!
Jolie Valerio: WOW!!! I’m speechless . BRAVO!!! You’re a true artist. Keep on going my friend.
obnoxious alien: I always wanted to know who made those cool wigs and how, this is amazing!! Meanwhile I can't even make good curls for my Monster High dolls lmao
lizzie troup: Great job,how fantastically creative and well built.
Alex Wyman: I have never seen anything more extra in my life. I love it
ERIKA DOWDY: Loved this video Plz do more
_Giselle_: The creativity is immaculate.
Giovanni Navarro: The finished product of everyone's ideas came out great!
ღSwnsasyღ _: All I can say is I'm so happy that he followed his dream because he is damn good!!
ga_sweetie: NOW, THAT'S A DAMN SKILL!!! I LOVE IT!!!
t3rror5am: So very talented and creative, amazing
Gabriel frost: He's so talented!. ❤️
Victor Greystoke II: He is totally amazing and talented!
Weda Tokyo: Such beautiful work
Любовь Матвеева: Its probably the best video of my week) thank you, your work is stunning!
Fluurd Fluurd: Love his story
Nina 2311: Wow that looks amazing!
Raafaela Freeitas: Amazing work!
Synthia Sorensen: Screw the status quo! You go dude! I was the only girl in my tech ed classes.
Leftin Dudark: Paying you for what you love to do, blessings ❤️
Donna Kawana: OMgoodness he is so very talented just amazing work .. . Amazing! I am glad you never gave up baby .. the world is a better place with you in it✌❣️
Noir Lily: LOVE IT!!!
Nique Tube: You are absolutely amazing
Samantha Mcveigh: This man is so cool omfg. Just an amazing hairdresser and wig maker
Jenifer Alvarez: Wow!!!! He’s damn creative!
Daniel Weissmann: Love it
Alice Hargest: This was so so sweet I love it
Viaphobic: Soo talented I would love my hair be styled by him when I join drag race philippines here in the future
Tish Smiddy: Sir , i can see you create Hair and Art ! Thank you ☺️
boy Who Owns Ferrets ʕ •ᴥ•ʔ: This is amazing also like those bills look so realistic!
nɘonconformist: The full lace is the first thing making these wigs more expensive.
Aya's Reviews and toy colections: It would be great if he could do cosplay wigs.
Lady Haha: imagine visiting his house and seeing a head getting boiled omg
Gladys Lugo: Omg you are an artist. I love it
David Ottley: Beautiful work and a beautiful soul! Amazing, brother!
Nicole Comer: Absolutely amazing. Yes, Yess and Yesss!
nicole on feels: If I had a spare $1000, a wig wouldn’t be my first choice haha but this definitely looks fun!
Q: More like this please
D Flawless: I love this so much
Just T: THIS IS ANOTHER LEVEL. Ok let’s make a wig where people can shoot their negativities out !!!
Angela Robinson: I need one of his fantasy hair pieces, Halloween is coming up.
MrEst25: Super talented !!!!!