Mastering Extreme Wig Styling - 1 Hour Cosplay Panel - Wefts, Spikes, Foamwork, & More!

[@giggles7179]

I'm absolutely loving your channel! I'm a drag queen with twenty-five years under my sequined belt, but I'm always eager to learn more while sharing my own tips and tricks. My apologies if this has already been covered elsewhere either in the comments or another video, but I do have an additional suggestion to accomplish a thicker wig: Stack either a duplicate of the same wig (or even one in another colour) atop the other. Use a crochet needle to pull sections of the lower wig through the netting of the upper. I'm seeing a lot of cosplay and drag artists using zip ties to secure two wigs together, but this method pretty much gets the job done as is. Additionally depending on the construction of the wigs, you may choose to use a seam ripper or simple scissors to open up some of the upper wig's netting, but this really is perhaps the easiest way to accomplish a thicker effect, especially if the ability to sew has evaded you (as is the case with me - ha!).

[@aurorabaudelaire976]

Cosplayers and Drag Artists are like cousins

[@notgojo491]

Bruh no thanks 💀

[@mromfggggggg]

❤️

[@darth-milk]

this is truer than you might think! a lot of cosplayers use techniques similar to or the same as drag techniques for certain characters’ make up transformational garments. costume designers in theaters do this too

[@lias5188]

@@notgojo491unfortunately you can’t escape this reality

[@notgojo491]

@@darth-milk so if you use makeup you are like a drag artist? Nope. If you are an actor you are a drag artist? Nope

[@bakkaCosplay]

Finally someone saying it: The product edited NOT hold up your styling. Teasing and heat does!! 😁 I'm writing my wigipedia for years now (too much to do) and this will be the core (pun intended) of this bible. 🤣

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

Definitely - glue is just to help the hold! This is a big core of that portion of my book as well. :D

[@bakkaCosplay]

@@CowbuttCrunchies : It's awesome that you concentrate on this huge subject. I'm a special make-up artist and take about traditional and professional techniques, too. :D By the way, I'm eager to see the work of the artist only using got2be! Many wig makers are known to be, so I'll know your reference for sure. 😆 Best wishes 🧡

[@valdavalsha]

I really enjoy learning from all of your wig tutorials! I would love to see how you guys take care of your wigs and clean/store them! It is always difficult to figure out how to store a specially stylized wig. Love your work!

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

I'm so sad I didn't get to film a tour of our craft room and wig storage before we started moving, but I'm planning on uploading a lot of videos as we build the new storage space!

[@valdavalsha]

@@CowbuttCrunchies I am looking forward to it! 😄

[@purplespring6898]

You just opened up a whole new world for me!! I've just been blindly styling my own wigs for a while. They look good but not great. But i think now that I know the explanation and in depth stuff, I think i can improve my styling a great lot

[@MelancholyRequiem]

1:37 OMG was this a clever nod to Katie Bair, the one and only wig guru my fellow millennials and I had for an online teacher for cosplay wigs back in the 2000s??? It's so amazing to see how much these wigs have become fantastical art pieces while still holding onto the one basic tenet: WIGS 👏ARE 👏NOT 👏HAIR 👏. You're absolutely amazing and so inspirational, thank you so much for sharing your artistry with us!!!!!

[@juanitabean236]

Thank you so much! I have been cosplaying for years and I'm finally ready to get immersed in my wigs thanks to you! (:

[@soso41ui]

I think this is the best wig tutorial video in KZbin. Thanks a lot.

[@russelllash8044]

Hi, Thank you so much for making this Video. You have no idea how much I appreciate it! I got your book for my birthday and was so excited. I am an amateur wig maker who has been trying to self-teach myself since becoming disabled and stuck at home. Your lessons are fabulous!!!! So helpful! My only wish.... that there was even more? Any chance you will do a Vol. 2? I have a million wig questions still and would love to learn more from you if your willing? Thank you also for all your videos on KZbin. One of my favorites!

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

I'd consider it if there's new topics people want to see covered! Any suggestions? :D

[@russelllash8044]

@@CowbuttCrunchies HMmmm,... so many, where to start? Maybe a section on using a Ventilating Needle for making wigs? Or a section on working with alternative hair fibers (on a budget)? Like using braiding synthetic hair? Or the Shapeshifter monofiber? The other thing at top of my learning list, attaching hair to bald wig caps for unique looks? (I'm sorry; I just have so many things I am curious with about wig making and really enjoy your teaching methods) . Thank you

[@jester6623]

Thank you so much for this! I went to my first con a week ago and decided i wanted too start doing more extreme cosplays! The feeling of finishing an outfit or wig is really nice :)

[@AnyaKimochi]

36:25 The foam wig part is something I'm definitely trying out in the future 😍 Question, how do you keep the wigs clean when the wig picks up dirt and sweat?

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

If your wig gets a bit sweaty, I wouldn't wash a styled with soap and water . Instead try spritzing the inner net area with some alcohol to disinfect it!

[@pandakat915]

Omg I have this book in my Amazon wishlist!

[@ajmantis]

okay but the ivysaur wig in the thumbnail could totally be reused as a terra snapdragon wig!

[@Emnms68]

Me, having already harvested an entire wig of wefts and sewn them into another wig by hand: “okay, step one done”

[@lealolgon]

Hello, I’d like to thank you for making this video, it is very informative and helpful for a beginner cosplayer as myself. I’m currently struggling with a FMA Envy wig and found this video really helpful 😁😁

[@Inufan078]

Gosh I’m so glad someone had the same thought process as me starting. I don’t get teasing why this never works. Why do people like Got2Be? Am I stupid?? I can’t get this to work!! The only thing I have struggle understanding that no one seems to explain is how do you know where to attach your foam work on the wig? What do you anchor it to? Do you just glue it on top and call it a day? Do you move apart the hair and glue at the wefts? Do you sew it in at the wefts? I get confused as to how do I do this so I still keep hair to work with to glue onto that shape.

[@biblicallyaccurateangel2476]

oh this is SUCH a fascinating art form!!! i love this a lot!!

[@venetiancat]

Nice, clear, thorough explanation. ❤❤❤LOVED and subscribed!

[@TokidokiCosplay]

LOVE THE ENERGY! I can't get enough of this panel! Thank you!

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

Aw, thank YOU!

[@N_Drogyny]

Ooh, I hope to use this someday! Is there a method for making foamwork pieces that are still flexible for characters who have moving hair such as Sedusa, I wonder?

[@zendogx]

Awesome video, helpful info and to the point. Thank you!

[@v.15.07]

thank you for introducing foamwork. Helpful for my next project!

[@FIZZGIG-RARF]

Thank you so much for sharing your talents! These are AMAAAAZING!!!

[@Ky._cosu]

Ive been trying to find wig styling tutorials like this!! Im súper invested in incorporating foam into my wigs and this is such a useful video! 🫶 but instead of foam, would it be possible to use cotton batting instead? 👀

[@cosplaynicky8222]

Thank you for explaining the difference between de wigs and what material you have used. It makes a lot more sense for me now. I definitely gonna watch your Squirtle's wig.. Does every cosplay builder have a cat or a dog? I've seen so many cosplayers with cats. I have cats also, lol! You have a new fan! Thank you!

[@MiraScarletMade]

this is such a fantastic panel!! great video :)

[@Ayakuchan1]

What kind of material is the white shell at 41:27? Thank you :)

[@arielh4878]

Great and instructive video. Your work is amazing.

[@alanavandenberg3645]

There is much amazingly useful information in this video. Thank you!!

[@BodyArtbySusanne]

Thank you for your Tips

[@memory7777]

I have a question, I want to make the snow miku 2023 wig, but what is a good foam base or structure for the pigtails, that doesnt seem to heavy?

[@ShaneTallon88]

Do you ever do collabs ? Like cosplay / Drag

[@KnoviceCosplay]

I have a question! Have you tried using thick polyester batting as structure before? I've seen some wig makers like soy bin use it, but I can't find any information on how to shape it. Kinaptsu cosplay just used it for her seraphine wig too i think. If you haven't used it before would you consider trying it out?Thank you!!!!

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

Batting's a good filler to use when you need to fluff out a shape, but don't want it to look too stiff, or if you're just using Got2B and hairspray! Big Rapunzel braids would look good with batting too! However I usually avoid it if I'm creating a very stiff shape and soaking the hair in glue, since ideally you want your understructure to be as stiff as possible.

[@KnoviceCosplay]

@@CowbuttCrunchies ooo that makes sense. thank you for the reply! would love to see more long-form videos like this!

[@ax4592]

Wait do you have a tik tok? I feel like I’ve seen the pink costume in the back. Love the video!! I feel like you were very easy to follow and I’m learning a lot :) I’m attempting my first wig soon but it’s a pretty simple design.

[@southparkseason7episode119]

I’m sure she has a TikTok but I don’t know the @, Ive seen some of her wigs

[@youknowwhat9911]

OMG YES no wonder that pink top looked so familiar. She’s the girl on tik tok that’s making the princess bubblegum iconography. Her name on TikTok is that same as her KZbin name minus the cosplay part. Dude her work is legit insane not just is she talented at wig styling but also fashion and drawing. She’s so talented I’m jealous 😭

[@Candyy248]

Looks awesome v:

[@Solliijudee]

I thought you would have wayy more subscribers lmao your work is so beautiful and I am so glad I found this 💗

[@nallash905]

Very informative! Thank you, I'm sure it's going to be useful!

[@atlas805]

I'll keep this saved if I get a len cosplay

[@mromfggggggg]

Thank u

[@dorianav]

Thank you so much!

[@Virtue1nvain]

Hi! Im really new to the extreme wig styling business and I have a question about a cosplay- what method would be more affective for Rui (from demon slayer)? since he has a mix of silky smooth spider based spikes that bend and twist and I'm honestly really lost.

[@kikikramer3069]

Would this method work on hair extensions for making cosplay ears?

[@anakemeadow]

This video is very usefull for me, becouse i finally understand the teasing method thanks to you, but i died when you yeeted your cat 😂 ♥

[@cherryblossom7798]

i love this vid!! thank youuu

[@ditnat9714]

I’m gonna attempt to do this with my actual hair wish me luck yall

[@thecraftygecko474]

Not me on the part about wefting😳

[@southparkseason7episode119]

Are you ok

[@thecraftygecko474]

@@southparkseason7episode119 no

[@Kylo_Ren1342]

On average how much time does it take you to tease an average wig with spikes?

[@bailyashwood4812]

Can I ask wen useing the pva tech on wigs how do u seal it so it’s waterproof pls

[@CynicalLight]

Your photos are amazing do you offer prints? I know somebody who collects loki art and I'd love to buy her your female loki photo of its available as a print

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

Aw thank you! And we do actually!! Our print shop is over at www.ecwid.com/store/cowbuttcrunchies/Prints-and-Stickers-p182130430

[@SourpatchStitch]

Did some teasing for my tricky (madness combat) wig, it looks amazing so far, thank you for the tutorial 🫣🫣

[@exlusbennett1116]

That was good. You should talk to someone from Megaverse City.

[@lunamariahawke9320]

Hi. Nice tutorial, thanks for that. May I ask a question? How do you attach the foam or cardboard to the base wig? Glue it too? Sewing it in?

[@ThunderStruck15]

Heat will bond foam to anything.

[@reiayanamnam5444]

“What is an extreme wig?” Me: a turtle shell 🐢

[@TayTrent]

amazing! i love you work! how do you like to attach your foam pieces to your wigs?

[@ladyemina]

hello! What is the shell made of? Thank you

[@anoukstg]

Does anyone have a link to the kind of foam you can use?

[@YvesGeorgeSanchez]

Now I have an excuse for buying wigs!

[@Phrancieee]

"Foam work is less beginner-friendly! If you do want to do it, start with something flat!" Me, about to style a Yu-Gi-Oh wig with foam as my first wig ever: 😬

[@anthonyrichards1451]

Seen it a million times ,get an imaginati

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

Love when people get mad at me for copying.... my own tutorials lmao. 🤣 Sorry, kiddo - I've been using and teaching this technique for years.

[@terieri1462]

Is that the same red with that goes to every wig panel hahaha

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

Yeah that's the one I wore for Tendou >:D

[@sharonfollmer8178]

Will removing wefts from a wig make it thinner so it isn't as dense?

[@cipreste]

yes

[@Kinochan28]

18:39 maybe I´d look good on camera if you´re cosplaying the Grinch hahaha

[@babyface1022]

these wigs should be in drag race

[@ShaneTallon88]

🌺🌱🌿🪴

[@magicfoxy8]

And there are things you said about 3 times or even...more

[@lemonkatze7461]

tbh im just brain dead and thats why i cant get anything to work lol

[@hellodaydream6684]

Disclaimer this does not apply for Mikan cosplays

[@chrischellemata]

I can't stop staring at the wig that's on her head tho.. sis, can we talk? Lol sorry

[@Kevinpdoheny]

Thanks for the video, but in future, maybe less talking and more actual doing? At 14 minutes in, still haven't actually learned anything.

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

Thanks for the comment, but if you somehow didn't learn anything by 14 minutes in, maybe you should consider that a "you" problem? Do you also join music classes where they hand you a new instrument and tell you to play? Be patient and open to learning the basics before going hands-on, and you're sure to learn a lot more.

[@Kevinpdoheny]

@@CowbuttCrunchies You're "hilarious". I'm an award-winning costume designer and I've made wigs out of foam, pool noodles, yoga mats, etc.. and was just looking for some how-to tips for more conventional hair wigs. My own how-to videos have had over a million views. The only "me problem" here was wasting my time on your channel and receiving a rude reply, but that's easily remedied.

[@CowbuttCrunchies]

@@Kevinpdoheny Actually I think the "you problem" is you deciding to go leave an unnecessarily rude comment on a fellow creator's tutorial. Play stupid games, receive stupid prizes. Also, since you've decided to bring "bragging creds" into this for some reason, I'd love to see these million-view how to videos! Are they not on your channel? They don't seem to be.

[@sweettemtation]

@CowbuttCrunchies this may be old now...but I absolutely loved the amount of time and effort you put into this video. I don't care how long you talked for. I will listen and suck up every detail you tell me.

[@anthonyrichards1451]

Rubbish