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Learn The Foundations Behind Sculptural Wigs, Blocked Caps And Creative Headpieces

 

A Self-Paced Online Course For Wig Makers, Stylists And Creative Practitioners Who Want To Learn Stronger Structures, Better Material Choices And Better Quality Finished Work

 

Enroll In Part 1 - The Complete Cap

        £220.00 - Self Paced -Beginner Friendly - Finish A Mixed-Media Crown Piece 

Welcome To The HeadCase Wig Academy

Uncover The Best Kept Secrets In The Wig Industry

Stop Following The Crowd

A Self-Paced Guide To Start Making Real Creative Work 

Start With The Complete Cap - Part One

Part 1

The Complete Cap

 

Learn The Foundations Of Professional Blocking In A Range Of Different Materials And Structured Cap Making

 

In this self paced course, you’ll be given a structured route through the process of blocking.

You get a clear understanding of the materials you’ll be working with, how to choose the right materials for the job and the many ways you can use blocking to make caps, masks and head pieces without second guessing yourself along the way.

We’ll end the course not just with a set of techniques, but a finished piece which will enable you to put everything you have learned into practice and make considered design decisions about how you want your work to look and feel,

We’ll be making a blocked crown piece with mixed media details and I’ll be giving you some inspiration for what types of mixed media you can use..

Enroll In Part 1 - ÂŁ220.00

The Complete Cap Online

  1. Course Introduction And How To Use The Training

    4 lessons
    1. About Your Instructor
    2. Developing A Creative Career
    3. Course Overview
    4. How To Follow The Training

  2. Step 1 - Taking Accurate Head Measurements

    5 lessons
    1. What Is A Head Shape And Why Is This Necessary?
    2. Materials And Equipment For Taking A Head Shape
    3. The Importance Of Taking Head Measurements
    4. Working With Remote Clients
    5. Taking A Head Shape For A Partial Cap, Head Piece Or Cloche Hat

  3. Practical Demonstration - Taking A Custom Head Shape

    8 lessons
    1. Hair Preparation And Wrapping The Head
    2. Firming Up Your Head Shape With Sellotape
    3. Focus On Eyebrows And Nape
    4. Marking In The Hairline
    5. Taking Your Measurements
    6. Quick Long Hair Prep Suggestion
    7. Removing The Cap
    8. Things To Watch Out For And Hair Preparation Recap

  4. Step 2 - Transferring Measurements To A Head Block

    3 lessons
    1. Introduction To Padding Out And Materials Needed
    2. What Types Of Head Blocks Are Best ?
    3. Prepping Your Padding Out Materials

  5. Practical Demonstration - Padding Out The Head Block

    7 lessons
    1. Finding The Right Sized Block For Your Head Shape
    2. The Right Positioning For Head Shape Placement And Securing Down
    3. The Right Place To Start With Your Padding
    4. The Best Way System To Work Through Padding Your Head Shape
    5. Creating A Good Finish To Your Head Shape Ready For Blocking
    6. Final Finish and Things To Watch Out For
    7. Quick Tip For Head Shapes & Padding For Cloche Hats, Head Pieces & Partial Caps

  6. Building A Library Of Custom Head Blocks

    2 lessons
    1. Practical Demonstration - Adjusting Your Head Blocks To Fit A Remote Client
    2. Tam's System For Building A Collection Of Head Shapes And Advantages Of Rotating

  7. Introduction To Blocking

    2 lessons
    1. What Is Blocking?
    2. Materials We'll Be Using

  8. Blocking A Felt Cap

    6 lessons
    1. The first Stretch And Where To Start
    2. Stretching The Nape Area
    3. Moving On To Blocking The Sides
    4. Last Stage Of Blocking
    5. Drying Your Cap
    6. Stiffining The Cap

  9. Blocking A Buckram Cap

    4 lessons
    1. Cutting The Buckram To Size
    2. Blocking The First Layer
    3. Blocking The Second Layer
    4. Cutting, Finishing And Shaping Buckram

  10. Blocking A Fosshape Cap

    2 lessons
    1. Blocking The Fosshape
    2. Cutting The Fosshape To Size

  11. Finishing The Inside Of A Cap

    9 lessons
    1. Introduction And Materials Needed
    2. Cutting And Shaping The Cap
    3. Finishing Off The Shaping
    4. Marking The Split
    5. Cutting The Split And Banding
    6. Wiring The Cap
    7. Finishing Off The Wiring
    8. Trimming The Cap
    9. Attaching The Nape Band

  12. Building A Mixed Media Crown

    11 lessons
    1. Making The Crown Frame
    2. Sewing In The Lining
    3. Sewing The Crown Together
    4. Finishing The Crown Frame & Stiffening
    5. All About Foam Clay,Using It In Flat Moulds Plus Other Ways To Use It
    6. Building Up The Crown
    7. Finishing Up Building The Crown Base
    8. Adding The Mixed Media
    9. Metal Lead Foiling
    10. Foiling Contd
    11. Rhinestoning

  13. Creative Applications - Masks, Hats And Headpieces

    2 lessons
    1. A Little Inspiration To Help You On Your Way
    2. A Little Inspiration To Help You On Your Way - Contd

 

 

 

What You Will Leave The Course With

 

  • A Professional Blocked Cap Foundation In A Range Of Materials To Suit Time And Budget Range
  • A Finished Mixed Media Crown Piece
  • A Clear Understanding Of Blocking Materials And Techniques
  • The Ability To Create Custom Head Shapes And Head Blocks
  • A Structured Process You Can Repeat For Future Work

 

Part 1

The Complete Cap

 

“ Tam has truly opened my eyes to a transformative approach to wig building that I never knew existed until I found her on Instagram. Her teaching style is not only engaging but also incredibly insightful, making complex techniques feel accessible, exciting and fun”

Adina Shore - Headwigandco - Canada

Who These Courses Are For

  • Film and TV Wig Dressers/Hair Stylists - For All kinds of fantasy work
  • Freelance Wig Stylists - Use the techniques to incorporate pieces into your lace wigs for commission work
  • Cosplay - Elevate your wigs by learning to make a bespoke cap for your cosplay wigs
  • Theatre Wig Dressers - Use the techniques to make caps that are perfect for quick changes
  • Prop Makers - Add another string to your bow by learning base cap techniques
  • Editorial Stylists - Use these techniques to elevate your session work
  • Salon Stylists - Wanting to add something extra to their skillset

What My In-Person Class Alumni Have To Say

Dawn Victoria Dudley, Owner WELL DRESSED WIGS, INC - Los Angeles

The course is packed with detailed information and techniques that can be creatively adapted into a number of wig and headpiece applications for wigmakers, costume and prop makers and drag, cosplay and textile artists. Tam walked us through the entire process step by step with patience, encouragement and humour

Natalie Johnson -RocknRollerParlour - UK

With over a decade of hair stylist experience, I was incredibly nervous on day 1, as I didn’t have a single ounce of wig making experience. I needn’t have worried in the slightest. The course took us all back to basics, regardless of our experience level, in order to ensure we all had the same understanding of execution and technique. Tam is not only an incredible wig maker, but she’s an absolutely flawless tutor and I cannot recommend being taught by her enough

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Part 2

Telling Stories With Hair

Learn the Cut and Stick Method of working with hair and glue

Mix your own bespoke colours on a hackle

Build strong structures and frames to create your big ideas

 Coming Soon

Start Learning The Foundations Of Sculptural Wig And Headpiece Making

 

Join The Complete Cap Online And Learn The Techniques Behind Blocking, Cap Construction and Building Structured Headpieces

 

Start With The Complete Cap - Part One