Wig Styling build template

Character wig styling from a base cap. Covers cutting, styling, heat-setting, thinning, and securing. This public template shows the milestone structure and starter material categories before you create a customizable workspace.

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Milestone timeline

1
Find character hair references from all angles
Research
2
Choose wig base (color, length, type)
Materials
3
Order wig and styling supplies
Materials
4
Prep wig on head form
Construction
5
Cut and layer to rough shape
Construction
6
Style, spike, or curl as needed
Details
7
Heat-set style with hot water or steam
Finishing
8
Apply hairspray and finishing products
Finishing
9
Test fit with costume and secure method
Fitting
10
Pack wig with head form for travel
Packing

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Templates

Wig Styling build template

Use this template See the workspace

Milestone timeline

1
Find character hair references from all angles
Research
2
Choose wig base (color, length, type)
Materials
3
Order wig and styling supplies
Materials
4
Prep wig on head form
Construction
5
Cut and layer to rough shape
Construction
6
Style, spike, or curl as needed
Details
7
Heat-set style with hot water or steam
Finishing
8
Apply hairspray and finishing products
Finishing
9
Test fit with costume and secure method
Fitting
10
Pack wig with head form for travel
Packing

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