How to -doll hair

I finally made time to make another video..the editing is not so good because I didn't want to make it in 2 parts so cut alot of talking out(well, mumbling). This is basic hair application on small dolls. There are several ways to add hair to a dolls head, as well as several types of hair that can be used. I almost never use the same exact application process, and am always looking for an easier, quicker, cleaner way.
you will need:
Tibetan lamb fur- can be found online-white or pre-dyed
Fabri-tac glue
scissors
water
rag or towel
needle tool
and a lucky doll
This is the first video I've uploaded using the JVC Everio HDD camera. It is a widescreen camera and I honestly don't know how to use the thing, so if the video is squooshed..that is why. *sigh*

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[Ninflo1]

Can I use a hot glue gun or Elmer's liquid glue for this?

[christyj1977]

@Ninflo1 I wouldn't recommend hot glue, the glue will separate from the head after it cools. Elmer's glue is water based so you wouldn't be able to get the hair wet to style it, without risking it falling off the head.

[StInG268]

Hi I was wondering how long the glue takes too dry and also what types of glue work best?

[christyj1977]

@StInG268 Fabri-tac is the best I've found, You can also use Tacky Glue but it won't dry waterproof. Fabri-tac is acetone based and dries extremely quickly, within a few seconds of application.  Tacky glue is water based and dries much slower, but will allow for working time.

[sunzoo1]

@christyj1977 Will superglue work?

[christyj1977]

@sunzoo1 I think superglue would be a bit to stiff for the hair, Also, whenever I've used superglue it tends to dry more opaque than clear which might show through the hairs. Fabri-tac dries clear and flexible. if you can't find Fabri-tac, glues such as E-6000 and 527 work really well.

[tinan42]

Thank you!! I've been trial and erroring my way through adding hair and this will help tons!

[CraftyGamer]

Does this work with synthetic hair?

[cubomania3]

THANK YOU for making the video. I feel like I already am pretty confident about my first attempt at doll hair with a polymer sculpture !