Wig Making & Ventilation Hands-on Class NYC

Wig Making & Ventilation Hands-on Workshop Outline

This workshop will equip you with the fundamental skills of wig construction and hair ventilation techniques. Through demonstrations and hands-on practice, you'll gain the knowledge to create your own custom wigs.

Target Audience: Beginners with no prior wig-making experience.

Workshop Duration: 1 Day

Price: $650 (Discounted to $600 when purchased directly on our website)

Materials Provided:

• Wig block (mannequin head)
• Wig cap (stretchable base)
• Practice hair wefts/bundles
• Wig making needles
• Thread
• Crochet hook
• Ventilation tools
• Wig clips
• Scissors
• Wig brush

Training Schedule:

Module 1: Introduction to Wig Making

• History of wigs
• Different types of wigs (lace, weft, full lace, etc.)
• Tools and materials overview
• Wig safety and hygiene
• Understanding hair types and textures

Module 2: Wig Cap Construction

• Preparing the wig block
• Securing the wig cap to the block
• Marking and customizing the hairline
• Adding elastic band and wig combs

Module 3: Hair Weft Techniques

• Introduction to wefts and hair density
• Sewing wefts onto the wig cap (tracks and perimeter)
• Creating a natural hairline with wefts
• Securing wefts with different methods (sewing machine, crochet)

Module 4: Hair Ventilation– [Focus on Hands-on Practice]

• Introduction to hair ventilation techniques (single knot, double knot, etc.)
• Preparing the ventilation needle and thread
• Demonstration of different knotting methods
• Hands-on practice: Students ventilate hair onto a lace piece
• Troubleshooting common ventilation problems

Module 5: Wig Finishing and Customization

• Layering and blending hair
• Trimming and shaping the wig
• Wig care and maintenance

Module 6: Q&A and Wrap-up (0.5 hour)

• Open forum for questions and discussions
• Course review and next steps

This class does not require a live model. Practice is on mannequin

Full Cost of the Course: $650 or $600 (when paid in full on our website)

Deposit to reserve your seat on Eventbrite: $50

NOTE: Your deposit will be deducted from the full cost of the course.

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We advise that you book your spot at least one week prior to the start of the course.

Balances will need to be paid 4 days before the class starts. You will be emailed the invoice for the balance of $600

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

134 W 29th St, 134 West 29th Street, New York, United States