How to Sew Clips to a Lace Wig

Lengthening your hair with weaves or hair extensions can eventually harm your hair. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, with extended use, the weight of extensions can lead to a condition called traction alopecia, which causes natural hair to fall out. In contrast, lace wigs offer length without damage to your natural hair or scalp. If you recently invested in a lace wig, you may want to sew clips to the wig to ensure it remains securely attached to your natural hair. These clips are easy to sew on and help your lace wig attach to your head.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Needle
• Thread
• Wig
• Wig clips

1. Get a sewing needle and thread of the same color as your lace wig

2. Use 12 inches of the thread per wig clip.

3. Arrange the wig clips close to the edge of the back hairline and make sure the "teeth" of the clips are facing away from the wig.

4. You will need three to four hair clips spaced evenly along the hairline (starting closest to your temple).

5. Start sewing underneath the wig and make a secure knot. Poke through the other side and go through each hole in the wig clip. When you are at your last hole make another secure knot. Repeat for all wig clips.

References

• "Costume Craftwork on a Budget;" Huaixiang Tan; 2007
• Pink Lace Wigs.com: How to Sew in a Lace Wig
• Dermatology Insights magazine; How to Head Off Problems with Better Scalp Care; Fall 2001

Resources

• Custom Wigs
• Lace-front Wigs