I made this cheap wig INDESTRUCTIBLE

[@zuzzzied]

Being able to throw ANY of my wigs in a suitcase, head or not is the dream 😭

[@GoingGhost.]

She's making our fantasy come true!

[@kieraoona]

As someone who is making hats using Fosshape (the thicker stuff is a B*tch to sew through), you may want to try butting the edges against each other and zig zagging your seams, then heat set it as it will glue itself to itself with heat, and you won't have bumps dealing with the seam allowance where you might not want it.

[@CorinneStephens]

Omg Sarah don't forget to take out the pins!!

[@kittyqueentengu5327]

my favorite category of crafts is wigs that are essentially just helmets

[@lilpetz500]

Honestly? It's the only form of wig styling I'm familiar with as a low budget Splatoon cosplayer. I could get a wig and chop it up and gloss it so much that it's rigid, or I could just make a head form and paper mache it 😂

[@sweetthesuperpup]

You honestly kind of look like the matpat pose in the thumbnail, I’m saying this as a compliment

[@twotruckslyrics]

SO I WASNT CRAZY !!

[@winteriris13]

oh thank goodness it wasn't only me

[@KunikidaTheMathTeacher]

YES.

[@queenbluecats7711]

But that’s just a theory

[@the_queens_owls]

I cant unsee it

[@ItsHailey2468]

"Trust the process that you've never done before" is my motto with every craft/cosplay 🤣

[@katiegrossman2338]

It’s really interesting to see you doing the fold over and tuck under thing with the wefts cause that’s a technique that a lot of doll customizers use when they’re making wigs for their dolls! I think you might find some of their videos and techniques interesting if you haven’t already checked them out before!

[@poke-talia268]

People cosplayers borrow techniques from: Doll customizers, drag performers, etc. (I know there's more, but can't think of them off the top of my head)

[@fennixari]

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[@Spider8itchy]

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[@tinylordhelix]

I don't know if this would work for cosplay but there is something in the BJD & Doll repainting communities that might be helpful since it involves synthetic hair/fibers for wigs and glue. BUT; if you have a bunch of loose fiber that you need to make into wefts you can get those page protector sheets people use in school, and glue a roughly shaped line of the fiber using tacky glue on there from like about 1/4th of an inch from the top of the fiber down. Let it dry completely and then trim a straight line where the glued edge is to even it out and bam! You have a weft of hair uniformly lined up and the weft itself is almost invisible. It might help when you have to glue those small bits of fiber in the back of the wig and save you some time from having to trim the fibers. I'm so tempted to try the fosshape base since I've been wanting to do a 2016 magical mirai miku cosplay for years but pigtail wigs that are super thick and heavy are far from my current comfort level. Great video and thank you so, so much for all of these tips!

[@tumblingstarmoonchild]

That's what I was thinking the whole time she was doing the part for the pigtails-I forget that doll customizing isn't all that common a hobby, and that people don't know about it! I hope your comment gets popular enough that she sees it and can try it out next time!!

[@mindlesskittles]

Wow I wish you would make an instructional video on how to make your wefts.

[@bellabean8009]

@@mindlesskittlesI believe Dollightful has a tutorial on glued wefts! Its in a video about making a doll wig I think

[@skylersauriol511]

Someone said you always make videos exactly when they need them and they were exactly correct cause I’ve been STRUGGLING trying to get wigs indestructible because I cannot be trusted not to ruin it otherwise

[@insquidio0us]

right!!! im starting a few miku cosplays for a con in September and needed a solution for non tangling long pig tails

[@tobydrago]

the coupling nut thing is so smart... and it is also... exactly what homestuck cosplayers used for horns back in the day.........

[@RenAsterion]

Is THAT what they did? Huh. I thought it was just clip ons or headbands. lol

[@tobydrago]

@@RenAsterion yeah some people did the headbands, it was definitely the more accessible option. but if you wanted to try extra hard or had some of the bigger horn shapes, you probably would have went for the coupling nut thing or something similar. some of those horns would not have stayed on otherwise lol

[@minette36]

so much of modern cosplay tricks is just people re-discovering what furries and homestucks did 10 years ago, tragic that the knowledge wasn't better preserved or shared across fandoms. That said, there are def some awesome techniques that weren't available to us back in the day, i look forward to having a chance to start cosplaying again

[@jadebayoba7073]

Idk abt homestuck but, furries are beyond a abomination and i will not sugar coat my opinion

[@thimblezz]

homestuck reference

[@zuzzzied]

I love your wig videos because it's not just styling the wig, you really make it your own! Im always so impressed

[@celestialfrog8783]

Wig styling is a mysterious science I don't understand, but this helped demystify a few things I needed to know for a project!! Your explanations are so clear, thank you

[@yokonamigaara]

This makes me feel much better about an Apollo Justice wig I did years ago. It was my first time doing a glued hairline and ahoge, and theres about an entire bottle of tacky glue in that thing lmao Those antennae aren't going _anywhere_

[@candlerunner]

i’ve also seen people use plastic bottlecaps to attach ponytails! you put the cap in the ponytail and the bottle part in the wig, it works great :D

[@lilpetz500]

That's what I'm planning on doing!! I was going to use a bottle top in my wig base anyway to save my worbla, and you know what? The ponytail can just anchor to the cap

[@roderichedelstein5762]

Bro that is so clever, thank you for sharing!

[@fluorescentpeacock1606]

As a total newbie to cosplay, wigs are what scare me the most, but your videos make it look at least somehow doable, so thank you :D

[@lil_birdy483]

Same, i have to do a long ponytail wig and im really scared because i've never done that before and i have so little time left before the con..!

[@mintjaan]

I work as a photographer and my work uses the Singer steamworks steamer for gowns. It's a lot bigger but I recommend the steamers that have a separate body and long neck because they have more water storage than a hand held steamer.

[@Elirum]

I agree! More professional steamers that stay hot and work for long times are the long neck hose with a head and separate chamber for the water. It’s also much more maneuverable and a lot of theater costumers use them!

[@vivishii_]

i dont know if this would help at all, but since you commented about the hair being in a weft helping, here we go!!! I see wig makers usually make their own wefts by just.... gluing the hell out of one side of the hair before starting?? like if you've ever seen doll customizers make doll wigs, they lay down the hairs on plastic, then use a brush to glue down an end, and then trim it to make it prettier. it might also help with the parts and stuff!!! idk if it would work with how you've been making your wigs, but it might make it easier on

[@sethmeth69]

dont forget to take the pins out sarah!!!!!

[@rosesclaws]

My toxic trait is thinking I could do this with ZERO experience because you make it look easy 😭 edit: not be be that girl or anything but wait I have 100 likes? I forgot about this comment

[@mindlesskittles]

I wear wigs because I lost my hair due to chemo, so this isn't quite what I need because you make cosplay wigs, but you are a genius and I enjoyed watching. I'm curious about making my own wigs and have experimented on cheap wigs. I subscribed to you because I think you can be very helpful! Lots of love ❤ Aaww and your name is Sarah, that's my daughter's name.

[@piercedsiren]

I hope you're having a good day, and also, all of the ways i know to style a wig specifically for cosplay, i wouldn't use them on real hair 😂 I have never seen a cosplay wig made of real hair, so I'm thinking that a majority if not all are made from plastic, so the way we style them is different than you would with real hair. Because we're essentially heating and shaping plastic, and we're not looking forward to brush our wig for every use, hence lots of hair spray and literally gluing. If wind messes up your carefully crafted wig, is it even a cosplay wig ? (I'm joking.)

[@basementdwellercosplay]

I recently did the pallet knife trick for making a glued hairline for my Asterion wig and it worked so bloody well! Send more thanks to your mod for giving that hack cause I haven't seen that anywhere

[@elnic_kai]

i have a steamer from black + decker. starts working quickly and can steam out a whole garment before it needs a refill which hardly takes any time!

[@Rayvah]

For some reason I have a really hard time watching tutotial videos but devour other KZbin videos. Yours are th first videos I've found myself just wanting to watch for fun. It could be because I got attached to your speaking style through other videos, but I really find this engaging and informative!

[@BugCatcherSamm]

THANK YOU i feel like this technique has been gatekept so bad, most videos cut through all the parts that actually show the step. This ROCKSSS

[@zuzzzied]

Now THIS is the wig video we ALL NEED

[@celestial-lights]

also working on a frieren cosplay, arda’s stock issues combined with making a decent looking ponytail wig has me going INSANE thanks for the tutorial though, it’s giving me some good ideas!

[@xinyiguan1873]

Your videos inspired me to actually have enough courage to start planning making my own cosplay instead of buying. I don't know what I am going to do yet, or whether it will be good or not, but I'll probably feel more accomplished. Honest, thank you for putting out these contents that include all the struggle and sharing your process! Really enjoy your videos. You are amazing!

[@NicoleHelenaCates]

SAME. I saw the Snow Miku wig build and thought "I can do something like that" and now I'm planning Flamme from Frieren with the huge braid.

[@heatherrobbins573]

I watched this whole thing without getting distracted. Finally a tutorial that actually satisfies my adhd! I will definitely be watching more 😄

[@KarinVoll]

15:10 remember to get the pins out!

[@NancyW96CatLady]

OOHHH I am barely into the video and already excited to see how you work with Fosshape. When I first learned about it I obviously thought of what a great material it would be for cosplay and drag. Everyday clothing, accessories etc. too. Did not ever occur to me that you could do wig stuff with it.

[@helenwright6840]

Clear silicone caulk works for hair and fur. Dries clear, flexible and no temperature concerns.

[@Kkristal_Cosplays]

I’ve been struggling on a wig for a little over two months already and this video and the Miku ones have been very helpful for any other crazy wigs I wanna do in the future!

[@SarahY2613]

Sarah you are truly an amazing person. Every time I watch your videos I want to cosplay and go to cons. I want a friend or friends like you. I miss the cosplay parties my friends and I had back in high school where we all worked on our cosplays together on my living room floor. The laughter and chaos was amazing. My current friend group is making it's way out of cosplay thanks to the hellscape we live in draining our time, energy, and money and just sucks. I am hoping that when I finally get free from this level hell that I can find that kind of friend group again. I am sorry this is so sappy I am just a little overwhelmed with moving and the stuff that goes with it that I got a bit emotional. You are an amazing individual and your videos make rough days like this just a little less bad. Thank you for what you do and I can't wait to see what you do next. ❤

[@witchlysbrew]

I dont even know why im bringing it up but at 10:58 you wrote to not cut vertically but you show an arrow animation that goes up/down. vertical is up/down and horizontal is left to right and the only reason i remember this is bc the v in vertical points down and you can break the H's legs and turn it into for side to side

[@Merdragoon]

Honestly? The Wefting that you were doing for the majority of this was actually a lot of Doll repainters do when they're doing th gluing method. So It's cool to see that it can work for bigger projects to make it easier to get the exact style you want (They make a rigid wig cap with plastric wrap and glue and let it dry into a helmet like thing, not too different with what you did with the special foamy thing you had to warm up and let cool down.) So this is really cool to see you work. I wonder if it's possiable to maybe get a hot metal pole similar to a hot metal chopstick to help with some of the shaping in the future. or at least wonder if there's other techniques that doll repainters use that can apply to a larger project like this.

[@UnboundedArtandCrafts]

Came out really nice ❤ Thought.. for the neckline you could also put a piece of hair on a weft underneath the weft that is ugly. Then before glueing it pull the ends of the hair through from the bottom to the top with a latch hook 💡

[@Peachharu69]

I don't even cosplay, but I love to watch this channel because she always come out with an incredible solution for things that I can use with my sewing in general

[@vyxie8617]

I have used silicone hairbands for heavy wigs and it works wonders! They sell it in some wig shops and its pretty cheap. I definitely recommend it if you plan on wearing a really big wig but I think with a velvet strip like the one Sarah shows its gonna have a lot of extra grip but I’ll have to try it out.

[@graceg4550]

I know this may sound odd but I love quilting while I watch your videos! I feel like we are getting stuff done together! ❤

[@IllithidKittea]

This comment is so wholesome 🥺🥺🥺

[@notgojo491]

Thank you!!!! Im about to make my Magical mirai 2023 Miku wig and this is the first time i do pigtails, and this is kinda how i imagined doing it, but now i know exactly how to do it. million thanks, you are a mind reader XD

[@KMakoENVtuber]

As a basic wigcrafter who treats my wigs like they’re precious cargo, you can bet I’m gonna use some of these techniques for my next cosplay.

[@meghanstockham7258]

It turned out fantastic! I'm so happy you found a tool to help with gluing hair! And omg this is giving me good ideas for a ponytail wig I need to make, thank you so much! Being able to just THROW wigs into a suitcase is the literal dream.

[@mariechou14]

I don't cosplay anymore, but watching your videos makes me want to start again. You make it look soo accessible. You are soooo talented Sarah. I love watching all tour videos! ❤

[@AJ-md3sx]

Hi, don't know who needed this info but I got a really great seamer from Amazon a few months ago and it works like a dream. It is very quick to get going and can fit in my suitcase! I'll dig up the like and try to share it for anyone who might need it!

[@chufucachoo]

Gosh dang she's so talented. I've never been so interested in a skill I'll never use but remain extremely invested in.

[@questionstar]

Indestructible wigs are my passion xD Also thermoplastics or epoxy putty (or even blobs of hotglue) are great for covering sharp wire end and metal bits. Though I still recommend hammering and/or filing first tbh. EVERY cosplayer should spend some time in the nuts&bolts section of the hardware store you will absolutely find useful things! I've always wanted to play with fosshape (and that other mesh stuff, I think its called varaform) but yeeeeah the price, whew! ANYWAY I recommend a full size garment steamer! Itll hold at least a liter of water usually, it's absolutely worth it even if you get a cheap one.

[@TinniestBore]

sarah thank you!!! i am working on a chibi usa wig and I have been so stressy and this is a god send thank you

[@KnoviceCosplay]

your latest videos give me so much motivation to face my fears (wigs)

[@crazytooley]

I also recommend heating up your metal pallet knife or a metal butter knife because it helps with a flattening and crisping of edges

[@briarrosebloodthorn29]

I don’t plan on making any kind of cosplay wigs or any kind of wig like this tbh but I learned so so so much that I can use for other projects and I just want to say this is an amazingly good tutorial and my mind is honestly blown at how many applications this stuff could be used for I’m so glad this popped up on my suggested videos thank you so so much!

[@EmbracingThePotato]

Wow, I've been curious about fosshape for years, but have been afraid to try it because I didn't know how sturdy it would be when heated. It looks amazing! Your wig styling videos are so informative. I tend to forget that wigs aren't bound by the same rules as the hair on our heads, and can be cut up and spliced and glued. And as someone who goes to occasional cons that require going on an airplane, I love the idea of a wig that can be tossed in a suitcase!

[@Neonlazerbeams]

you seem like such a sweetheart (/gen not in a demeaning way) and your videos are really fun and entertaining to watch!! a lot the cosplay youtubers i used to watch stopped making videos for various reasons :( so im really happy to find another cosplay youtuber that makes cosplay content that feels fun and chill and makes me enthusiastic abt making cosplay like i remember feeling instead of intimidated and overwhelmed like sometimes content creators make me feel now. sometimes cosplay feels very cutthroat and judgmental which is dumb bc we're all just having fun dressing up! anyways! thank you for your fun vibes and content!

[@xXuberflutesXx]

The pins Sarah, don't forget! Also that mesh is genius, I never would have noticed it without you showing it off!

[@MararsPlays]

Never thought that the one random piece of fabric scrap I took out of piles of others from art school (stretchy velvet) and I didn't know what I'd do with it until now would come in handy like that cuz I don't have any other velvet fabric

[@purpleskelet0n412]

Ahh! Can't express ENOUGH how much I love your videos, I always go to them when I need advice for cosplay or just want background noise for anything, you're such an inspiration for me and one of my fav cosplayers!

[@Allyse-x3i]

Cool looks like you're making a giant human sized wig cap and gluing on wefts like they do for bjds. Awesome idea!

[@pootluv]

i am completely new to sewing and styling wigs, and ur in-depth videos have been a lifesaver for me! I’m so excited to learn more!

[@elizarain5540]

I use the conair steamer and it does have a small water basin but it's wonderful and it can go for about 30 mins before I have to refill it. It's tan and the head is kind of wide if anyone is wondering.

[@PirateCaptainArthur]

i'll never not be impressed by how you do wigs like this is absolutely insane (in the best way possible)

[@FUFUsparkles]

try running some 50% vinegar/distilled water through the steamer OUTSIDE sometimes the mineral buildup from tap water clogs steam machines.

[@TheBurntGasoline32]

Another cosplay wig thing to add to my collection! Stuff like this helps to keep me motivated. I'm making a Ceroba Ketsukane (Undertale Yellow) cosplay and I'm starting on her wig tomorrow, this has helped me SO MUCH even though I'm doing... i dunno, maybe 10 different ponytails.

[@Jezzie]

I never thought of putting invisible tulle on top of a wig to keep it from tangling. Life saver!!

[@sarahamundson547]

I'm very curious about this process on a darker wig! Like, would it be harder to cover all that white if a wig was a dark blue or a black. I wonder if it would be worth dying the fabric somehow to match? But at the same time, fabric dye has to be hot, which would set it and that's a no no....maybe some kind of colored spray....? Its insanely cool, I really love how it turned out.

[@hope7317]

couldn’t you die the wig after you’ve sewn it together? in this video sarah didn’t start gluing the wefts on until after it was already shaped to her head. it probably warrants some experimenting, but if the material doesn’t come in the color of your wig, that could do it?

[@zayayawka]

i think you could paint the base with acrylic paint once its set to match the hair and then glue it on!

[@absolute_destiny_apocalyps7832]

I never thought of building a pigtail on a coupling nut! You have opened up an entirely new avenue for me to build hairpieces!

[@nondisclosureable]

If you are careful with a dremel, you can round and smooth the hanger wire ends to stop them from being sharp without the extra bulk of rolling it.

[@BreepsHarris]

dont forget to take the pins out! i love you so much you are my favourite person on the face of the earth ily do muchhhhhh!!!

[@vampirebl4des]

love to see your wig styling skills improving !! this wig is so cute !!

[@selingermann5599]

The magical victory music at 17 mins really sells how nice the wig is looking! :DD

[@strawberryboymyg2503]

As soon as I’m stumped with my cosplay Sarah will upload a video the next week showing me how it’s not so scary to start or fixing my exact problem LMAO. I will attempt to make my first pony tail wig finally!!!

[@Steampunk_Ocelot]

I do a few crafts that need a lot of glue but no gluey hands , I use an embroidery hoop with a damp rag in it , I can get the glue off my fingers one handed if I'm already holding something in place

[@EclipseRoseKat]

i really love this channel and it made me start doing cosplay and sewing/ im still learning :D

[@andrealuu]

i recommend a conair steamer i have the larger one with the blue water reservoir and i just borrowed it from my mom so i cant compare it to anything but it hasnt failed me yet and i think they also make one in the same shape as yours if it's more convenient for you to stand it up

[@Time2Flee]

Pigtail shields WOW cannot believe im only now learning about these!

[@BabieBunnie2015]

For the glued hairline, I think instead of at 18:50 using the Palletknife only, you should try with a super fine comb, to actually get them aligned with the hairs

[@_.BlueCrow._]

can I just say that the colour variations of your hair are just always so cool and interesting 🤗

[@dasytaylor]

22:53 😂 I love how he just went ahead and googled "long nut" without a second thought

[@ScreamTelehead]

Perfect timing since I’m currently making a cosplay!

[@_.BlueCrow._]

can I just say that the colour variations of your hair are just always so cool and interesting. 🤗

[@defineddisabledlife3463]

After watching you make the costume I went and binge watched the show as I hadn’t heard of it. Loved i!!!!

[@sofiamaniri7458]

One technique that I do with my wigs is I crimp the entire wig before cutting and modifying it, It takes a while but it gives you so much volume and it's easier to manag:D you also don't need as much hair for the wefts since the hair fibers are already thick enough

[@gracew9465]

You are genuinely so fun to watch that I just put your videos on while I do homework

[@aidenstrawhun5802]

I have a chi travel steamer and it’s better than any monster steamer I’ve ever used. Small, but it works great, can get into small spots and pleats, and lasts more than 30 seconds and also DOESNT SPLATTER AND BURN HANDS

[@weepyllama]

The tips in this vid are actually SOOOOOOO helpful omg!! You explain things so well, I appreciate you immensely Sarah!! I've been wanting to make a pigtail parted wig and this is definitely going to come in handy!! Thank you so much!! 💖💖

[@technicolordreamer]

I learned a lot from this video. Awesome attention to detail! Beautiful wig!

[@worldsedge4991]

Wow! Now that was an intimidating how-to. Nicely done.

[@DiMarie90]

I have a rather larger head. I’ve never been able to buy wigs for cosplay. I’m just constantly dying my own hair, growing it out long for some characters and hacking it off for others…. I’ve never considered making this hard shell base helmet cap thing!!! :O Nor did I think I could just hack wigs apart and glue them to the top of said cap…… and it just looks so natural on your head when it’s all finished, omg!!!! I need to try this…. Thank you for the tutorial!!!!! Eye opening, truly!!

[@NaomiAlicia4242564]

My steamer replacement is the hardware machine thats steams wallpaper off walls. Absolutely best alternative for clothes steamer for 20 bucks 😅

[@azutii]

saving this in case i can use it for help on my sailor moon wig LOL she’s a beast!!!!

[@CharlieXGirlX]

The velvet is so smart!!😮

[@Ang3lxBunn1]

Using the nut for the ponytail is such a good idea! I might have to do that for my kotori minami cosplay

[@marionhills8031]

i really enjoyed this video, Ive been feeling really down and I miss having enough energy to work on cosplays, you just make it look so fun. all the best to you

[@yellbeshhats]

You've given me the confidence to try and fix a crappy Miku wig!

[@sylvichon]

Its a good day when Sarah uploads!

[@terrier_service_dog]

I need to see a strawberry shortcake cosplay from you!! It’d be so cute!

[@lanchile1483]

Sarah, you posted this jUST IN TIME for me to start working on my miku mirai 2023 wig!!!

[@darbychai]

I use a cheap $16 steamer from Walmart! It heats up pretty fast and it sure steams for as long as there's water in the tank

[@tstandbeme]

what brand and model is it?

[@dontbe_bee0]

OMG JUST AS IM ABOUT TO STYLE A PONYTAIL WIG YOU DROP THIS ILY SARAH

[@miku-dh9wo]

omg i love that aggretsuko shirt u had on-

[@fionathesparrow]

Don't forget to take out the pins!! Also I adore your work, I love watching your videos while I made my own cosplays using similar methods you've used

[@dachshunds2676]

woah your comment about hair on the weft being easier to work made me think. What if you glued weft hair on one side first, waited for it to dry, then cut off the weft and glued the other side? might make it easier to handle since each time its being sorta "held" from one side. or putting like, a good clip on a strand of hair while gluing it, then taking it off?