Summary of "ТУТОРИАЛ на РУМИ | Укладка парика K-pop Demon Hunters"
Summary of the Tutorial “ТУТОРИАЛ на РУМИ | Укладка парика K-pop Demon Hunters”
This detailed tutorial demonstrates the process of creating a custom wig base and styling it into a helmet inspired by the popular “Demon Hunter” cartoon character Ruma. It focuses on the frame, weaving, and finishing techniques for a lace front wig with a long braid.
Artistic Techniques, Concepts, and Creative Processes
Materials and Base Preparation
- Use four 60 cm leaf front bases (Lisfronts) for the wig’s frame.
- Choose matching bases carefully to avoid color mismatches.
- Make a mock-up on a mannequin to determine dimensions (ears, front, back).
- Corrugate and fit the base on the mannequin; identify missing areas (temples, back of the head).
- Separate the front and back parts of the leaf front for different treatments.
Cutting and Profiling Kanekalon (Synthetic Hair)
- Cut hair at 90° angles to avoid bald spots and ensure even layering.
- Profile and thin out cut sections to reduce glue consumption and weight.
- Optionally steam fibers with a steamer to smooth and set them before gluing.
Creating the Hard Helmet Frame
- Use Titan glue (Russian Titan/Titan W) to pour the wig base twice, creating a hard, stone-like helmet.
- Spread glue evenly using small-toothed pastry spatulas for deep penetration.
- After partial drying, massage the cap to smooth out empty spaces.
- Final drying takes up to 24 hours; leave helmet to cure for 3 days.
- Use cling film on the mannequin to easily remove the hardened helmet.
Processing the Helmet
- Trim ears and remove unnecessary gluey parts.
- Smooth edges to prevent discomfort.
- Add manual ridges (scallops) for wig comb attachment, sewn with thread and a curved needle.
Weaving Techniques for Lace Front
- Use a hair clipper hook or bodice weaving hook with replaceable needles.
- Standard knot method: hook grabs kanekalon, pulls ends through loop to form a large knot.
- Large knots fill bald spots (rough knots), leaving about 1 cm edge for finishing knots.
- Finishing knots are smaller, neater, made with 1–2 hairs each, placed along edges for invisibility.
- Weaving the lace front is time-consuming (~80 hours total).
Gluing and Layering Back and Front Parts
- Back glued in multiple layers: rough layer to build volume and fill gaps, followed by finishing layer.
- Rough layers focus on strength, direction, and symmetry; glue may extend outside without concern.
- Finishing layers require clean tools, minimal glue, and careful application to avoid visible glue spots.
- Use varnish and steaming to shape and set layers.
- Separate the lace front into two layers (bottom rough, top finishing) to prevent movement and add strength.
- Assembly involves trimming excess, thinning, and gathering hair towards the center.
Structural Details
- Leave a “window” in the glue assembly near the braid base for stability and better braid attachment.
- Use titanium glue for helmet and rough layers; crystal glue for attaching braid base (foam rubber).
- Glue patches can be added to fix density differences or gaps without redoing entire layers.
Final Styling and Finishing
- Cut and thin out back and side areas for neatness and comfort.
- Trim ear area closely for a firm fit.
- Style side blush areas according to personal or original art preferences.
- Use varnish, alcohol, and steamer for final shaping.
- Final helmet weighs approximately 208 grams.
- The braid will be created in the next part of the tutorial.
Summary of Key Steps and Advice
- Choose appropriate base materials (Lisfronts), ensuring color and length consistency.
- Make a mock-up on a mannequin to plan dimensions and areas needing weaving.
- Cut Kanekalon carefully at right angles; profile and optionally steam before gluing.
- Pour the base twice with Titan glue for a hard helmet, allowing full drying time.
- Remove helmet carefully using cling film on the mannequin.
- Sew wig comb ridges manually where missing.
- Use a hook tool for weaving large rough knots and smaller finishing knots.
- Glue back and front parts in multiple layers: rough then finishing.
- Use varnish and steaming to shape and set hair layers.
- Leave a glue “window” for braid attachment for stability.
- Trim and style edges carefully for comfort and aesthetics.
- Use clean tools and minimal glue during finishing to avoid visible glue.
- The entire weaving process is lengthy and requires patience (~80 hours).
- Alternate between weaving and gluing stages to manage workload.
Creators and Contributors
- The tutorial is presented by a creator focused on wig making and styling.
- The character inspiration is “Ruma” from the K-pop Demon Hunters cartoon.
- The creator references their Telegram channels, VKontakte, and Boost platform for additional content and support.
This tutorial offers an in-depth, step-by-step guide to constructing a professional, durable, and visually accurate wig helmet base with detailed weaving and finishing techniques, ideal for cosplay or artistic wig making.
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Art and Creativity