Sabeena likes her topper because its small base, but she wanted it to have longer hair.
Below are the materials, process and the final result of the customization.
Fortunately, I found an 18-inch hair weft in the same color: 1B/30 Body wave.
Since she only wanted to add some volume to her own hair, she didn't need the full 4 oz of hair.I decided to use one-third of the weft to lengthen the topper and used soft lace to widen the base.She wanted the hair to be straightened, as her natural hair is barely wavy.
Left: original Topper O'ra TPM 304 Oval Straight (inside)
Right: After I added 18" hair and straightened (inside)
Ashley stopped by without much expectation, simply wondering if she could find a set of human hair curly clip-in extensions. She had been using synthetic clip-ins—buying them as needed, wearing them briefly, and throwing them away when they quickly wore out.
At the time, I didn’t have the exact curl pattern she was looking for, but I showed her a sample set of custom-made wet & wavy hair extensions. I explained that I could create a custom clip-in set tailored to her desired curl pattern, piece sizes, and widths, all based on her natural hair. Given that Ashley's hair was fine with low density, I recommended a split weft technique for a more natural and seamless blend.
After a thoughtful consultation, she decided on the following:
Bohyme Human Hair Brazilian Wave 18” – Color #1
Custom clip-in set – 4 pieces
Split weft construction
Final curls added after the set was completed
When she returned on the promised day and saw her new clip-ins, Ashley was thrilled—and kindly allowed me to take before and after photos to share her transformation.
She loved seeing the added volume and thickness in her hair. She was happy with the new length after applying the extensions.
Sybil came to me through a referral from her stylist.This photograph was taken after she applied her clip-in extensions.She graciously allowed me to capture her before-and-after images — thank you, Sybil!
Her natural hair featured beautiful, voluminous waves at the crown, but the ends were quite thin. When I sectioned and twisted her hair to place it on top, it slipped down due to the fine ends, as she had noted.
Following a detailed consultation and a trial with similar clip-ins, she chose a set of three custom clip-in extensions crafted from O'ra Eurasia Body Wave 18" in natural color.
With these three clip-in pieces, her hair gained instant fullness and volume, beautifully enhancing her overall look.
Here is the set of custom clip-in extensions I created for her.
Hair: O'ra Eurasia Body Wave
Length: 18"
Color: Natural
Specialty: Split weft
Kathleen is one of my best clients. I have made hair extensions for her several times. Her hair was originally platinum but gradually became lighter and eventually turned completely white—really white.
She started wearing a synthetic wig in platinum to cover all her hair, but she wanted to wear her own hair with a bit of added length in the back. However, there were no human hair extensions white enough to match her exact color.
She wanted a human hair halo, but the closest shade we could find was #60 White. She decided to go with it anyway, and I crafted it into a halo. However, when she came back to pick it up, she still wasn’t satisfied with the color.
Wanting to help, I showed her a synthetic wig in #60 Natural White and explained that I could make a halo out of it. She loved the idea and the seamless blend between her hair and the synthetic hair, so she ordered a custom-made synthetic halo.
Additionally, I suggested toning down the color of the human hair halo with a purple shampoo to remove any warmth. She agreed to try it.
Here is the comparison of the halos:
Left: Human Hair Halo – O'ra Euro Body Wave (3oz) 18-60 White
Right: Synthetic Hair Halo from Avery Wig #60 Natural White
Long ago, she brought her wig for a wash and restyle but didn’t bring an extra one to wear home. I suggested a comparatively inexpensive synthetic wig that looked like her human hair wig, and she decided to buy it.
A few days ago, she told me this would be her last overseas trip. She purchased a new wig and had me cut and style it. Before leaving, she handed me a worn-out wig and said, "Please wash it and restyle it if you can. If not, that's okay too. This will be the last service for this wig."
It was the one she had bought two and a half years ago.
I always brush wigs before washing, but this one was too tangled to even comb. I had no choice but to shampoo it first to remove the dirt and then let it dry.
Fortunately, the wig was heat-friendly. I experimented with different styling tools until I found the right one and the right technique.
Do you have an old wig that’s no longer being worn and want to give it a new life? I can transform your old wigs into stunning ponytails or extensions! I offer wig upcycling services for those who want to repurpose their unused wigs.
I recently transformed a WannaBe-LH Remy Mango wig into two gorgeous ponytails:
The original wig weighed 4.6 oz (131 g), and after deconstructing it, I carefully separated the wefts. The wefts varied in length, with longer strands from the top to the upper middle and shorter strands from the lower middle to the nape. I divided them into short wefts and long wefts to create two distinct ponytails.
Short Ponytail: Made with 1.8 oz (51 g) of short wefts, perfect for a chic, everyday look.
Long Ponytail: Crafted from 1.7 oz (48 g) of long wefts, ideal for adding drama and length to your style.
Each piece features a lace base for a natural fit and double-sided velcro tape for easy attachment. While I prefer working with new wefts, I’m happy to help you breathe new life into your old wigs if they’re in good condition.
What Kind of Wigs Can Be Upcycled?
I can work with:
Blunt wigs
Lace front wigs
Partial lace wigs
Unfortunately, full hand-tied wigs aren’t suitable because they don’t have wefts. If you’re unsure whether your wig can be repurposed, feel free to ask!
Why Choose Me?
Expert Craftsmanship: I take pride in creating high-quality, custom hairpieces that are built to last.
Personalized Service: From design to execution, I’ll work closely with you to bring your vision to life.
Versatility: Whether you want extensions made from new wefts or your old wig upcycled, I’ve got you covered.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re interested in custom hair extensions made from new wefts or want to explore upcycling your old wig, I’d love to help! Send me a message with details about your needs, and we’ll create something beautiful together.
Check Out My Work for Client Jacqueline:
Original Wig: The MHLF422 Bundle Hair Wig Water Curl 12 before transformation.
Deconstructed Wefts: The wefts separated by length for precision.
Finished Ponytails: The short and long ponytails, ready to elevate your style.
New Weft Extensions: Examples of custom hairpieces made from brand-new wefts.
Let’s create something stunning for you—contact me today!
After cutting the piece to blend to her hair style Her hair thinning spot when she came to me. How to apply the Clip-In piece to c...
