How to Make a Rapunzel Wig

Though dating back to the 1600s, the story of Rapunzel is still told today.

Rapunzel is a character from a fairy tale who is known for being locked in a tall tower and having long, blond hair. The tale of Rapunzel was first seen in literary works in Giambattista Basile's "Pentamerone" in 1637 and later told by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm in the 1800s. The story of Rapunzel is still told today in storybooks, movies and plays. A Rapunzel wig is crucial when acting out the fairy tale, as Rapunzel’s hair is one of the most important parts of the story.

Things You'll Need

• 18-yards of yellow tulle, cut into 3 6-yard sections
• Measuring tape
• 4 rubber bands
• 4 6-inch pieces of ribbon

Instructions

1. Lay the three 6 yard sections of tulle together on the floor.

2. Measure 8 feet 6 inches from the left side of the tulle and wrap a rubber band around the three pieces of tulle. Tie a bow around the rubber band with a ribbon.

3. Braid the three pieces of tulle on the left side of the first rubber band. Secure the end with a rubber band. Tie a bow around the rubber band with a ribbon.

4. Braid the three pieces of tulle on the right side of the second rubber band. Secure the end with a rubber band. Tie a bow around the rubber band with a ribbon.

5. Place the middle section of the tulle on top of your head.

References

• National Geographic: Grimms Fairy Tales
• SurLaLune Fairy Tales: History of Rapunzel