any tips for sewing wefts to make clip ins
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Topic: any tips for sewing wefts to make clip ins
Posted By: somer
Subject: any tips for sewing wefts to make clip ins
Date Posted: March 14 2008 at 6:52am
| I have two sets of clip ins and want to sew them together as my hair is so damn thick. I tried last last without sucess, only a bleeding finger :( Any tips would be appreciated so much as its my task for today the get them sewn up and trimmed for tomorrow - thanks very much |
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Posted By: metalgirl
Date Posted: March 14 2008 at 11:15am
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I use upholstry thread because it is stronger and tangles less as you sew. If you are poking your fingers perhaps a thimble may help?
I have been sewing clothes for myself and such for 25 years now and I still even draw blood sometimes too! Just go slowly and becareful. ------------- http://www.Godiva-Hair.com - http://www.Godiva-Hair.com http://www.MetamorphosisHairDesign.com - http://www.MetamorphosisHairDesign.com |
Posted By: fakeizme
Date Posted: March 14 2008 at 12:18pm
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I sew my own as well. I sew single wefts onto a weave net, so they aren't bulky and are still undetectable in your hair. You could also try sewing them on stocking-type material or lace. You'd be surprised how well this works and they last for ages! ------------- Love clip-ins and tape! |
Posted By: wvpumpkin
Date Posted: March 25 2008 at 11:00am
What is a weave net and where can i get them from? |
fakeizme wrote:Posted By: fakeizme
Date Posted: March 25 2008 at 1:07pm
I hope you can see this. This is a weaving net used for sew-in weaves. I buy mine off Ebay --- search for 'weaving net.' ------------- Love clip-ins and tape! |
Posted By: wvpumpkin
Date Posted: March 25 2008 at 6:00pm
Yes I can see it, but how do you use that for clip in wefts?? Do you cut the cap in half or what? Thanks for helping. I appreciate it so much. |
Posted By: mokipono
Date Posted: March 26 2008 at 4:27am
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Hi Fakeizme...
When using a weaving net all the hair has to be put away under the cap, right? ------------- http://hawaiianhairextensions.com - http://hawaiianhairextensions.com |
Posted By: fakeizme
Date Posted: March 26 2008 at 11:34am
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Oh, I'm sorry, I know I probably sound waaay confusing!! LOL.
What I mean by using the net is not to use it exactly like how it's used in a sew-in. What I do is cut the square block of net you get in the package. I cut, say, a 11" x 2" piece and start with that; sewing a weft onto it. Then, I sew another weft on top of it. I'm going to see if I can find a pic that I took of it while I was doing it....be right back ------------- Love clip-ins and tape! |
Posted By: fakeizme
Date Posted: March 26 2008 at 11:37am
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http://public.fotki.com/clipinqueen/messing-with-hair/3cbf0c90.html ---- hope this comes through. Here's another with it finished: http://public.fotki.com/clipinqueen/messing-with-hair/574d3e36.html Once you put these pieces into your hair (at the partline, so it is covered by your natural hair) you can't see them.------------- Love clip-ins and tape! |
Posted By: wvpumpkin
Date Posted: March 26 2008 at 1:21pm
so how many wefts do you put on that one piece of netting?? /And do you just make the weft rows all the same length across from end to end??? |
Posted By: fakeizme
Date Posted: March 26 2008 at 4:59pm
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Generally yes, the weft rows would be all the same length, unless you want it tapering to your nape. Normally, I put three wefts to one piece of netting, but it depends on the thickness of the hair you're using. I know it sounds goofy, like the netting will stick out or something, But you would be amazed at how well it is covered and undetectable. What's great is if it comes out too big, you can just trim the piece yourself! ------------- Love clip-ins and tape! |
Posted By: wvpumpkin
Date Posted: March 26 2008 at 5:38pm
Ok I just went and bought some netting, so wish me luck. You have been a great help, thanks. I will let you know how it goes, lol |
Posted By: mokipono
Date Posted: March 27 2008 at 6:02am
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Thanks for clearing that up Fakeizme. Brilliant idea! How do you attach it? ------------- http://hawaiianhairextensions.com - http://hawaiianhairextensions.com |
Posted By: amm
Date Posted: March 27 2008 at 8:30am
Here's a photo of how to use the net or any lace to do sew in clips. Put a light layer of adhesive (like Liquid Gold) onto the material and lay it straight across the weft. Place something heavy on it so it dries straight and even. Then sew the clips right into it. Works like a charm.
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Posted By: fakeizme
Date Posted: March 27 2008 at 12:18pm
Oh great!!! You are welcome for any help I could give. So excited; can't wait to hear how it goes. Just take your time with it --- You can do it!!!!!  ------------- Love clip-ins and tape! |
Posted By: fakeizme
Date Posted: March 27 2008 at 12:19pm
Thanks!!! that means a lot coming from you.
 I actually sew clips on it after the wefts are sewin onto the netting. Very similar to how Amm's got her's attached. I don't use LG though. ------------- Love clip-ins and tape! |
Posted By: fakeizme
Date Posted: March 27 2008 at 12:21pm
Amm, yours are so neat and pretty! You're making me look bad. They are fantastic. I've never used lace, but I can see how it would be very effective. Great to know others are doing this as well --- and professionals at that, who actually know what they're doing!!!------------- Love clip-ins and tape! |
Posted By: wvpumpkin
Date Posted: March 27 2008 at 5:59pm
Well, I love you!!!! I sewed 3 rows of extensions on the netting and it is beautiful. thanks so much. Hugs!!!!! |
Posted By: fakeizme
Date Posted: March 28 2008 at 5:02pm
right on, Right on, right on!!!! So glad to hear it. Pics??  ------------- Love clip-ins and tape! |