Ready to tackle sturdy buns, dramatic drill curls, or gravity-defying spikes? In this two-hour hands-on workshop, cosplayer Malinda-chan teaches you how to cover foam and other support structures with wig hair to create clean, professional-looking shapes that actually hold up. Students will learn core techniques for attaching, smoothing, and finishing wig fibers over forms, then apply those skills to create and take home a Sailor Moon–style odango bun. This class is ideal for cosplayers looking to move beyond basic styling and add durable, sculptural elements to their wig builds.
Learning outcomes:
- How to cover foam and other internal support structures with wig hair for a seamless finish
- Techniques for creating sturdy shapes like buns, drill curls, and dramatic spikes that hold their form
- How to attach and secure wig fibers to forms without visible seams or bulk
- Tips for smoothing, blending, and finishing covered forms so they look natural and polished
- Common mistakes when working with structured wig elements — and how to fix them
- How to apply these techniques to future wig builds beyond the Sailor Moon–style odango
Class Length: 2 hours
Class Cost: $35 + Eventbrite fees
Skill Level: Intermediate
This workshop is open to participants 16 years of age or older. Participants under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian. A liability waiver will also need to be signed.
Membership Badge Required
A current Naka-Kon convention membership badge that is valid on the day of the event is required to attend. Need a badge?
Expectations and Etiquette
Students who attend the workshop agree to listen and follow all instructions from the instructor and Naka-Kon staff. Students will also agree to follow health and safety guidelines provided by the instructor and Naka-Kon staff. If a student damages the equipment, instruction space or other items utilized by Naka-Kon and the workshop, they may be held financially liable. Students may be removed from the workshop at the discretion of the instructor and Naka-Kon, and will not be given a refund. Students should engage and have fun, but should not cause distractions for the instructor or the rest of the class or disrupt learning.
You can exit the Overland Park Convention Center (OPCC) by the double doors at the front, near registration. From there it is a 5-10 minute walk, with a sidewalk that goes along the building. It will be dark, please be careful crossing the street between the two buildings.
Refund Policy
All sales are final. We recommend that you wait to purchase until you are sure that your schedule and finances will work out for the event.
For questions regarding the event, please email cosplay@naka-kon.com.