How to measure for my handmade doll wigs and other information on ordering your doll wig.
First measure with a cloth measuring tape for your doll head circumference, starting behind her ear. Place the measuring tape where a natural hairline would be. If your doll head has a cork pate , let me know, I will need to add 1/4" inch to the size circumference you give me so you can place it on her head easier.
Second measurement is for your dolls head depth. A measurement for depth is important because your doll wig will avoid being made to shallow or to deep. Measure ear top to ear top over her pate. Your doll must have a pate or solid dome to be able to arrive at the correct depth measurement. If your doll head has no pate, purchase one or construct one yourself and then measure and order after you glue it to her head. Please use water soluble glue, like Arleens white tacky glue or Elmers clear or white craft glue.
Wendy's tips for measuring
for your special ordered doll wig.
1- Measure with a cloth tape, not with a metal tape, your measurement will be way off using metal.
2- Look in a mirror and look at your own natural hairline , this will help greatly when measuring for her head circumference and where a measure tape should rest when measuring for a doll wig from me.
3 - If your antique doll has an old cork pate, let me know when ordering. Cork is a bit rubbery or rough and can grab the wig cap fabric . So with a cork pate and placeing her new wig on her head, it can make it a little bit of challenge getting the wig on. Most people do not have an issue with this, but I still want to mention it. If I know your doll wears a cork Pate, I will keep this in mind and add a little to your wig circumference while constructing your doll wig, slipping it on will not be an issue.
4 - When you are ready to order your doll wig this is how you want to write out your order for a doll wig. Example: If your dolls head measures 9" inches and she has a depth measurement of 4" inches you would order your wig this way 9" x 4". Include style choice, color, bang choice, and if you want a silk bow added or you want to add roses to my Hope style. I have many shades of silk ribbon available and there is no extra charge when the bow is hand sewn to your wig. If you ever decide to remove the bow, it is easy, just use a small scissor and snip it off, it is only sewn on with a few threads that match her hair color.
5 - Write your two measurements down and measure twice before ordering, I do not allow returns on my handmade wigs. 99% percent of my customers measure well the first time and love the fit of their wig on their doll, so do not be afraid measuring, it is easy to do.
6- Pre made wigs, I enjoy making them when I have time and they will fit many dolls with the measurements shown for each design offered . Example: If I offer a wig that measures 9" x 4", it would also fit a doll head that measures 8 3/4" x 3 3/4". Pre made wigs are already made and I will ship them out within a day or two after payment is made.
7- I make all the wigs you see, I do not have helpers, so therefore please be patient when ordering, I will always do my best creating what you want as quickly as I can.
8- My handmade wigs do not have stretch caps or stretch bands in them like the commercially made wigs do for dolls. My caps are made from 100% cotton muslin and they are hand sewn to the size you need for your doll head, that is why good measuring is important. My handmade wigs will last for many years to come, because they are made from natural materials , just like the old dollies would have had when made many years ago.
9 - One last word about measuring. Do not go by what some else tells you to order for size without measuring yourself, they are rarely correct. Also, if your doll already has a wig and you see a size label in it, do not go by that either. My wigs are custom made, they will fit your doll like a fine hat, made just for her.
10- A helpful hint for any doll wig and if you do not want to glue my wig design on, use two sided Scotch tape, it works wonders. Place between 1/2" to 1" inch of tape on the inside of the wig, front and back, and then place her wig on her head. You will only need two pieces at the most,
Glueing doll wigs on is never a great idea. If you ever pack your doll or ship her, you do not want her wig attached to her head. Instead remove her wig it and store it in the wig box it comes in until you are ready to display your doll again. Leaving the wig on and then packing her, the weight of the doll will flatten the hair style you ordered. Handmade wigs are like fine hats, treat them that way.
11- If you need a new cork pate for your old dolly, please see my information below. You will love the quality of Janice Allens cork pates for antique dolls.
Janice Allen
Handmade virgin cork doll pates
Beautiful handmade doll pates made from virgin cork. If you need to replace an old cork pate on your French doll, these are a wonderful authentic looking cork doll pate. Janice has made replacement cork doll pates for many years for collectors of fine antique dolls. I hear from my clients how happy they are with them when it comes to fit and quality. Please see how to measure before ordering from Janice.
Made in the U.S.A in Riverside California.
To order, email Janice at : auntjaniesdolltrunk@gmail.com
