How to Make A ReRoot Tool! SO EASY!

How to make a reroot tool for changing your doll's hair colors.
I decided to make this video for anyone out there who needs a re-rooting tool for inserting hair into doll's heads.
I hope this video helps you! :)
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[@kimconley3782]

I love dolls and giving new life to old dolls. It is so refreshing to see someone your age with the same enthusiasm as I have for dolls. You are adorable!

[@Creeptique]

Thank you so much!!

[@jennifersignsoflife1375]

@@Creeptique You're AWESOME! Thank YOU So much for leaving up your video & for giving such detailed and easy instructions. You're precious.

[@jimmoseley3954]

Don't do this at home kids Is doing a tutorial

[@Creeptique]

😂

[@Asthetic-idiot]

Lol

[@suzanneaubertin4530]

Yes- put on safety goggles. Other than that - oh wow, thank you so much, you've saved me quite a bit. All the best!

[@LaynieFingers]

Great video, but may I make a suggestion? You only get one set of eyes, and eyelids are really thin. Safety glasses are inexpensive, and will protect your priceless vision. I know it seems like overkill for such a simple process, but it only takes one bad moment to lose an eye. 😁

[@Creeptique]

Yes! I don't know why I didn't! I was thinking so much about being careful in case anyone younger wanted to attempt this, but it would have been way more safe to mention safety goggles! I've been thinking about remaking the video, and if I do, I'll mention that first before anything! :D

[@LaynieFingers]

Macabre Shop That's totally understandable. I'm just one of those people who are obsessive about safety, especially eyes. I once had an accident with a Dremel tool, and I think it could have been pretty bad if I hadn't been wearing safety goggles. We always feel like we're going to be careful and be safe, but that's why they're called accidents. 😁

[@Creeptique]

Exactly!

[@judy-9999]

Creeptique I lost my “good eye” at work. I was 8feet from the saw facing AWAY, while my boss was cutting quarter inch “door skin” with a dull circular blade, 10inch. We would keep the safety cover off the table saw while we used it because there are many cuts that can only be made while it’s off. It’s pretty devastating for me to have this vision loss. This injury leads to “Macular degeneration & then to total blindness. Idk why, but it will eventually spread over into other eye. It’s been 14yrs since my accident and the blindness started expanding to my remaining eye, about two yrs ago. It’s stressful to know what’s gonna happen, but at least I have time to become prepared. After this accident happened I began hearing everybody’s stories of eye injuries. It’s MORE common than I had assumed 🥺

[@redmarilynn]

​@@judy-9999 Your story makes me feel sad. Although you may not feel comfortable to do this, please consider making a video on your story, with photo's if possible. Think of how many injuries would be avoided & eyesights saved if you did. Many best wishes to you for your life ahead. Keep safe x

[@candlefire1]

I can't thank you enough..I have been looking at rerooting tools on line...and..then I would have to Waaaiiit,,And in the mean time I have been super frustrated trying to reroot with just a needle.....Oh I will do this and show you

[@Creeptique]

I know what you mean! I could never get the hang of it with using a needle. I'm also too impatient hahaha I'm so glad I could help out :)

[@hopingforjoy9280]

"Dont be stupid just be careful" Haha 😂🤣

[@bee4907]

I wanted to get into this but was afraid of not being able too becausenof my arthrisis. You have just made it possible. Thank you so much.

[@Creeptique]

That means more to me than you know, and I am honored that I might have assisted you with doing something like this!

[@HelenaDeerest]

I have all these things! :DD you just saved me 15 bucks!

[@Creeptique]

Woo! That makes me feel so happy! :D

[@VerneditheSnail]

I still need to buy needles and a new X-acto knife, my old one is trashed... :/

[@bakugoukatsukitheonlyrealo383]

i know right me to awesome

[@HCK_11]

Vernedi omg same

[@Dolly_junkie]

You saved me from buying more “rerooting needles”. I’ve broken 3 and only rerooted 4 or 5 dolls. Hopefully this will last longer! 🤞❤️

[@brandyevitts5827]

I've been breaking needles left and right! your needle is way bigger than what I'm using, won't the big needle rip their plug holes?

[@Creeptique]

Plug holes might rip on older dolls, because their rubber or vinyl heads might be more fragile or brittle. For newer dolls, I have ripped one or two, but the overall look is great and they turn out looking fine. It's totally up to you. I just prefer the larger needles so that I can use more hair in each plug. That is a really good point though, and the answer is yes, this can rip holes and I would probably use a smaller needle for an older or more valuable doll. I hope this helps! Thanks for your comment! :)

[@petersalucci5444]

brandy bushway I’ve been recently re-rooting an old doll and a few of her hair Plugs ripped due to three reasons. 1. I was using a big needle (which they kept breaking too) 2. I was also taking to much hair 3. It, as I mentioned was an old doll So I changed my needle to a smaller Size (and it has prevented Breakage) and took less hair. And now Everything is working Perfectly.

[@loll1265]

You could put superglue on the inside and squish it around😄

[@deniseschiller4138]

Thanks for doing this! I’ve been looking like crazy for a tutorial

[@sugarpuff2978]

I love your T-shirt. I don't live too far from the Cutty Sark :)

[@samayavisanegi3536]

you know what? You can also reroot dolls with a quilling tool... and it works just as good;)

[@Creeptique]

I am definitely going to have to try that, thanks for letting me know! :)

[@mistyfan69]

I am just starting to plan my first reroot. I plan to do a few yarn reroots first to get used to the process. I was wondering about using a quilting tool for rerooting. Would the rerooting look as nice using a quilting tool. I realize to would make the process much faster but I wonder if the finished product would turn out the sane way. Also, would there be groups of hair instead of an even reroot. Thanks.

[@Creeptique]

I'm going to have to try using a quilting tool. I've never done it that way, so I don't know. My thought is that it might be too big, but I am really not sure. I wish I knew so that I could give better advice! :)

[@myohmy451]

Samayavisa Negi What is a quilling tool? Never heard of this.

[@myohmy451]

Just noticed others saying quilting tool. I'll have to look that up, see if I have one in my boxes of sewing supplies. I inherited lots of unique items from my mother when she passed away, and I'm sure she had most every tool invented, as she sewed anything and everything, extremely talented. I never used a quilting tool for any quilts I made for my babies, self, years ago, just used sewing machine and hand stitching. I've used those tiny yarn pull tools, for when a thread on your crocheted or knit sweater needs to be pulled back through to reverse side of sweater so it doesn't show, but that's like a rug hook, which closes as you pull, pretty sure you don't mean that.

[@Pretty_little_treasures]

Anyone watching in 2024

[@khallo151]

I know you haven’t reposted in quite a while but wanted to say thank you as my 8yo and I go about adding hair to their dolls today. Really appreciate it

[@xierra3741]

I like 100 percent and useful

[@mlplife]

My daughter's been dying to customize a doll. I think we will have to try this

[@barbaramatthews4735]

Good information. Just so you know the "loop" on the sewing needle is called the "eye". You thread the eye of the needle 🪡. In your case you cut through the eye of the needle. The Exacto knife trick is an easy way to save money and time. They can be purchased at the dollar store for cheap. They are called "Craft Knife" because Exacto is a brand name and costs more.

[@ZIGGIEPRODUCTIONS1]

lol I thought I was cleaver making one out of a long needle cut with pliers and taping it to a pencil, but that's even better ,

[@Creeptique]

That actually is pretty clever! I'm glad I could help!

[@DivinePudding133]

I feel like I am the only guy watching this lol. Thanks!

[@Creeptique]

You're not alone! There are several male members of the doll club in my area! (Atlanta, GA, US)

[@angelamiller5988]

Her: Put on goggles Me: Does nothing Her: You wanna lose your eyes? Me: I hAvE gLaSsEs..... Her: .........ok..........

[@CraftyTan]

Thank you!!!!! I did this earlier the ones online you buy are shit and broke on me with 4 days

[@beautynfashionbydonna]

Love this video thanks for sharing

[@myohmy451]

Nail clippers! Thank you! All my pairs of nice jewelry wire cutters couldn't handle those really strong steel needles without wrecking the sharp blades and deforming the needle eyes, so I was going to have to buy something better. Then I decided to look up how other people made their own tools and viola! You gave me a simple, no cost solution as I have at least six pairs of various size pinch nail clippers in my bathrooms! My wallet and I thank you! Thanks for the quick demo also. I plan on using a non-water soluble craft glue inside the doll heads using those long wooden Q-Tips like the ones I use in hospital to apply ointments, other. A regular Q-tip is fine for Barbie doll heads. A sponge applicator type paint brush can be used also, for large doll heads. The glue you use must be thick and permanent or it will seep through the head pores and make the hair sticky, and wreck all your hard work. 😊

[@sketchanddoodle]

You are right. I do have all the materials already! Thanks for doing this step by step process. Would gluing the hair from the inside of the head help the hair to stay in place? Would that be an alternate solution to knotting the hair? Thanks for telling me about this video on Instagram! As you know, I may attempt to re-root a Lindsey doll from the late 70s. Since the doll is hard to replace now, I want to make sure I practice first on dolls with similar rooting issues. Thanks for sharing this process!

[@sketchanddoodle]

I just read the previous comments you made. You answered my questions. Now off to watch your other video.....

[@Creeptique]

+Sketch McScribbles I'm so glad you found this useful! :D You can definitely use glue - I NEVER use the knotting method, it takes forever... o_o If you would like to see my rerooting and method, just check my other video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZnSoYJoZ66hj5o And of course feel free to ask me anything!~ That Lindsey is super cute, but you're right - you should practice on a few heads first. As long as you don't add the glue until you're happy, you can easily undo the entire reroot and start over. Also, here is a website with some "dot patterns" to help you determine the amount of hair and how to place it in the head: dollycare.blogspot.com/2010/11/guideline-reroot-patterns.html

[@Creeptique]

+Sketch McScribbles Okay great! Thanks :D

[@cynthiaw927]

Thank you, thank you!! I purchased a tool & for whatever reason the needle wouldn't stay in...what a waste. I'm definitely going to try this 👏👏

[@gillianboyce8356]

If I had talented hands like some people I will like to create a doll like Lizzie hearts but with a different skin tone and a similar look but green

[@kirstencleigh3183]

This is awesome! Thank you so much for this. I am trying to re-root a kimi toys 1/6 scale action figure head, which is made of a much harder plastic than barbie heads and has much smaller holes, so I need a small rooting tool and with this I can use whatever size needles I like and I can just replace them if they break!

[@Creeptique]

I know what you mean. Those doll heads can be really tough, I hope it helped!

[@mindymae3459]

Thank you so much I've been wanting to do a reroot for so long and the tools have been way too expensive! I'm so happy someone posted this ❤️❤️

[@rainbowthunder1128]

Sweet. Super cheap and easy to make. Can't wait to rehair my My Little Ponies!!!!

[@stitchn4yourkitchn729]

Thank you soOoo much! Great video! I learned alot!

[@lexuslikethecars]

Try taping the edges of the nail clippers to prevent the needle from flying everywhere!!

[@ptat5456]

My sister's love to play salon and shave barbie head then regret is after ward so I am here leaning to reroot to fix their dolls

[@ptat5456]

When you used a needle a pocketknife and some tape instead of an exacto knife **worked just fine*

[@amberscott1867]

I've been looking all over for a tutorial like this! Thank you so much!

[@artebeautycraft]

Thank you...good idea !

[@bornwithbsguards]

That is a massive hair plug that you did. I use 1/4 of that amount at most. *if you root that thick around the hairline or the 'part' youll end up with a probable split scalp. But kudos to the needle hack!

[@Creeptique]

@@bornwithbsguards I did it large because my camera didn't focus well back then 😅 I should have mentioned to use smaller hanks, but just wanted to make sure it was visible for everyone. 💕 Thanks so much for viewing!

[@annaholt5673]

Thanks. Great info. You remind me of the Franny K Stein girl mad scientist books I used to read to my son. She modified her dolls too. Made me giggle.

[@Creeptique]

Hahaha thank you!! 🖤

[@lorrainedubzak6654]

Smart kid. Where do you grt yhe hair you use? I want to reroot a baby doll head for Thumbelina. This is going to be a big job on this but,i like the clever way you did the reroot tool. How did you lock in the hair pluggs? My company should hire you to do there training viedos. My work ones suck.

[@Creeptique]

Hahaha thanks for all the compliments! I actually used to do training for GameStop around the time I made this, so it's funny you said that 😂 I pour glue (Elmer's or hot glue) into the head once it's all done. Don't use too much, and make sure it's spread on the inside. Also, if you just twist when removing the tool after inserting the hair, it typically is just stuck there. I've even styled the hair after rerooting without any glue and I've never had a hair plug come out. If you are making the doll for display, it's fine to skip the glue. If it's for play, you should add the glue. I get the hair by buying old wigs, hair extensions, etc. You can buy doll rerooting hair online, but it's so much cheaper and you get so much more if you just cut it off of wigs. I usually get wigs at the thrift store or yard sales, wash them, brush, and cut off the hair I need as I reroot. 🤷‍♀️ I know this is a lot, but I wanted to help. Sorry for the late reply!

[@thisbeem2714]

I have a tiny doll, like, dollhouse doll child, whose hair needs to be rerooted as it all fell out after too much combing. I was wondering how to make the handle part. I didn't think of the exact knife handle. Yay!

[@Diprotic]

Idk how I came across this video but you are really cute

[@simslover6814]

Your room with the old dolls and posters is kinda creepy

[@misszany2530]

Omg you are a genius! I was thinking about buying a reroof tool recently. Thanks for saving me some money! 💵💰💸 you're the best!!

[@tommtommkin]

Would putting a piece of tape on the eye of the needle help it to not fly everywhere when you cut the tip off? Very good cause I was actually going to buy a re root tool too. thank you. :)

[@Creeptique]

That's a good idea!

[@junkoenoshima8603]

Video: How to make rerooting tool VERY EASY Her: Do NoT tRy ThIs aT hOmE

[@Creeptique]

😂 Story of my life.

[@meowjakx3]

Brilliant! I've been holding the needle with a pair of pliers and jamming the hair in, it keeps flying away. Lol. I wish I would've known this sooner!

[@dazzamcgrazza3043]

Great video... dad of 2 daughters and recent recipient of 31 monster high dolls and a mountain of wool..

[@Creeptique]

Oh wow! You have my best wishes!!

[@Creeptique]

Thank You so much Tiny Knight, that means a lot to me! I'm so glad that my tutorial helped you, and I would love to know how your doll turns out :D

[@Creeptique]

I have never tried that method of rerooting, though I've heard about people doing that. I just get a little impatient and so I tried a bunch of things until I found a way that saves time but still looks great. When I make my reroot video, I'll show you how to use a little bit of hot glue inside of the head after your finished rerooting. That way, you don't have to tie any knots and the hair is held in place firmly. I do customize lots of dolls, I just haven't made any videos about it yet lol I'm pretty good at giving them new faces, but I don't like sewing clothes for dolls (even though I can do it pretty well) so I usually use glue to hold the fabric together and save time. It is is possible to use your hot glue gun to make clothing that is still removable :)

[@Creeptique]

***** With the hot glue you do have to go around when you're finished and whisk away any glue strands, but it's been a pretty neat process for the most part. I've considered getting a sewing machine, but I just don't have the room to have extra equipment right now. I'm starting to make the reroot video on Friday, if things go as planned, and I'll hopefully get it posted over the weekend. A lot of people have trouble painting the small faces - I have some tools and little tricks that might help, so when I have lots of time, I'll make a video about that, too. :)

[@Creeptique]

+Tiny Knight Thanks for all of the kind comments, and here is the link to the tutorial! UCWOvC8e23pmUJVOHA5RAgog

[@Creeptique]

+MonsterH 23.41 I'm so glad I was able to help you out! Have fun rerooting! :D :D :D

[@julissagarza5794]

I really should have been checking the exacto knives when I went to buy one for this purpose, cause the one I got has a giant hole and therefore rendered unfit to be turned into a rerooting tool T.T

[@Creeptique]

I've actually recently had trouble finding the type I used in this video! Lately I can only find the one you're talking about or the ones with one line opening, and not the X opening... :/

[@lebopeep9305]

Thank you!! I tried with the rerooting tool and broke two needles in 4 plugs!! I will be making this one for sure. Looks alot more sturdy and cheaper!!😊

[@dollslifefiction3681]

Wow! I never thought about the exacto knife handle to hold it! Thanks for the precious tip!!

[@Chxrry0Boy]

The nail clippers didn't cut it

[@tokidoki1021]

I thought of making this tool, but I didn't think it would work...thanks for taking the initiative and showing that it does!!!

[@Creeptique]

Thank you very much, I'm so glad it was helpful!! :D

[@Moufflette]

This is really great - so simple. Thank you for the $$$ saved!

[@marihonkanen9876]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! 8-D I can´t find this tool anywhere so great now I can make one!!! COOL!!! :)

[@Creeptique]

I'm so glad this video helped! 🙌

[@aneesmanzoor1239]

It's nice but I recommend you not to put too much hair in the tool for it could cause scalp splits

[@Creeptique]

You're totally right! It was a scrap doll, so I wasn't really careful about how it would look or if it gets ripped. I have found that you really have to be selective about the amount of hair per hole... some dolls have tiny slots, others have larger ones. I'm glad you commented. I made this video so long ago and I always realize from the comments how many things I missed lol

[@merisareneelacey]

OMG tyyy so much so easy

[@aFand0mCollect0r]

Thank you so much!!!

[@JayangJayang]

Is that hair is tite

[@loiscamp1960]

Great video! Thanks so much 😉

[@jaionnalove3851]

oh my gosh that is so cool what a great idea I'm so going to use that😀😀

[@juliawilson8674]

Thank you so much this was so helpful! 🧡💜

[@lesleymoore9821]

Thank you!

[@redmarilynn]

Thank you so much for such a well presented & easy to follow tutorial. I appreciate that you explain every step so clearly. I am so glad I found your vids and have subscribed. Keep safe x

[@Creeptique]

Thanks so much, that really means a lot to me!

[@zackattackzack]

Thanks ❤

[@vanpocalypse]

... this video helped with my decision whether I should by a reroot tool or not. :D I want to try the knot method at first, but in times of impatience (lol), a reroot tool would come in very handy, and your way of making your own is so VERY easy.

[@Creeptique]

It is better quality to use the knot method, but I am so impatient, I have to use a tool ^_^;;; hahaha

[@laurcowdery7313]

THANK YOU! I am rehabbing a Cititoy 18 inch doll that had hair chopped off at the top center of her hairline. Now I know just what to do!❤

[@ZanyProductionz]

i tried this with a dollar store craft knife. The needle is too small and it falls out. But I'm still able to use the craft knife to stablize the needle. I wonder if an xacto knife is as expensive as a rooting tool!

[@yvonnefacteau4329]

After blowing through 5 needles at 6$ a set of five I thought hlthere has to be a better way......thank you, I have heard of making this way but, your tutorial puts it all into perspective...;)

[@missmishua]

Do you know the brand of the x-acto knife?

[@Creeptique]

Sorry for the late reply. At the time, I wasn't sure what brand this was and I assumed it was X-Acto brand, but that's incorrect. I actually couldn't find any X-Acto knives with this type of screw top. It's actually a hobby knife like this one: www.amazon.com/Mlife-Hobby-Precision-Stainless-Cutting/dp/B07GXH21BY/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=hobby+knife&qid=1595532211&sr=8-11 You don't have to order it there, but it's the best description I can provide. I hope this helps!

[@sarahhoyt9556]

You saved me time and money, thank you!

[@taylorhunt1538]

you are so sweet! i never comment on youtube videos, but yours was so helpful i just had to! thank you!

[@JadeDragon2525]

Thank you for this! I have a rerooting tool that never held the needles securely. After watching your video, I took an exacto blade that I already had in my tool kit, removed the blade and replaced it with one of the needles and it works perfectly!

[@shortfatandangry]

You are amazing. Thank you so much for this. I was trying to use the handle from my hand drill and the needle kept sliding down into the handle. I never thought to use my knife handle! Thank you sooooooo much for sharing this!

[@ladylion1920]

Excellent explanation and yes girl I had everything on hand. You are the bomb.com

[@jacobjones8950]

Oand hey girl thx iwas going to ask my dad to buy me a re root tool thing but you soleved my problem

[@Creeptique]

So glad I could help!

[@jacobjones8950]

@@Creeptique yeah it was so help full since I’m always doing re roots for my family members kids so they have dolls thet last longer

[@Creeptique]

@@jacobjones8950 That's awesome, especially if any of the dolls get a haircut lol

[@sueannsoto7299]

I purchased a lee Middleton babydoll and the hair is just falling out can I use this tool for a full size doll? And what would be the hair to use? I have never done this before!!!

[@alisonstark2482]

You are a genius! Very simple and saves so much time! Thank you for the tutorial.

[@mamakawaiiar]

OMG thank you very much !!!!! I always wanted to know how to get this tool

[@brielliott04]

Your reaction to her stabbed head and then bright red highlight actually made me laugh. Thanks for the info! New sub here, love your content and fun personality 😊

[@Spiceolyfe721]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I'm a DIY'er and I was going to order one. I love your very clear instructions and safety tips. Now I'm going to find my exacto tool, lol 😆😆😆

[@rogenastyles9625]

I just looked at my exacto and it does not have the same 4 slits but just one. Great idea though for those who do have the same as yours.

[@Creeptique]

I had this problem in the past also! I found the ones with the 4 slits at JoAnn fabrics.. I think it was $7 and came with a lot of extra blades. I hope this might help!

[@kitikatuu]

Thankful, Ps, If I don’t have a knife or a needle!?

[@nagarahanrith4311]

❤️

[@LightningStar]

Could I make a base for the rerouting tool out of clay instead of buying an X-Acto knife?

[@Creeptique]

This is a cool idea! I'm not sure how the clay would hold the needle... BUT I have an idea for you... Maybe make the clay part first, make a hole in it a little bigger than the needle, and then let the clay harden. Then, you can coat the needle in glue, insert it into the clay, let it dry, and maybe it'll hold better than just putting the needle in the clay by itself? Just an idea, I've never tried this myself. If you try something like this, I'd love to know how it goes!

[@scarlethunter6841]

I already figured out you could do this but I came here because the tool didn't work for me. The ends you cut are too blunt to pierce through the doll head.

[@trishrobinson9173]

I was wondering if I could make one myself cuz the one I bought sucks that looks so much easier thanks so much

[@sandracorrell8289]

thank you for this! My daughter is just getting into doll customizing and she's earning her own money for supplies. We saw another way to do it using a drill chuck, which isn't really expensive but for an 11 year old $7 is a lot! This just saved her the money since we already have an old exacto pen laying around, so she can use her hard earned money on another supply she's been saving for! Thank you!!

[@Creeptique]

That's awesome, I'm glad to help and happy she's getting into this fun hobby 😁

[@clementine1169]

I tried to make my own without an x acto knife but instead with a metal mechanical pencil and I almost broke my pencil 😭

[@ekramal-nabulsi7826]

Thank you so much i have searching for this tool in my country for along time , today i saw your video i have tried it and it works 😍

[@moonkeepersblade2184]

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[@weepingwillow1993]

I would have used a Dremel tool with a cutting wheel to get a smoother edge along both the "tool edge" and to remove the point of the needle.

[@quincyhernandez222]

Thank you so much, I've been looking and looking for a good video and I finally found one!!!

[@moonbeam8487]

Wow I think I'll try this instead of the old fashion way. The way you're doing it looks a lot faster and easier. I'll sure do it if I ever have a old doll to fix up but I'll put the knots at the end because I like to play with my dolls as a adult doll collecter.

[@Creeptique]

I do too - high five! All you have to do make it strong enough for play is to add a bit of glue :)

[@kevinharbour839]

Thank you so much for a great video. I made the tool and re rooted my daughters baby doll.

[@Elitrhian]

I loved this THANK YOU so much for the help and also I was wondering if I could ask you a personal question about your dolffie in the background, Mind sending me a message? :D

[@Creeptique]

Of course! Feel free to DM me on Instagram @_creeptique_

[@ayuayu1857]

Thank god i found this After those shipment delay i cant bought tools from other country, this is really save my money and time. Thankyouu

[@Creeptique]

Glad I could help!

[@whatif2132]

Thank you so much for this video!!! My best friend and I were going to get into doll repainting and we had no clue how to make this!

[@Creeptique]

You're going to be addicted! It's lots of fun and a great way to pass the time 😍

[@kitarowland8530]

Thank u!!!it worked better than “rerooting tool” I bought ☺️