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3 Day Hard Cap Masterclass

1st - 3rd August 2025 -3 Days

31st - 2nd December 2025 -3 Days

West Yorkshire, UK


learn The Art of Cut & Stick, Blocking Base Pieces &
Mixing Fibre on A Hackle To Make Your Own Hair Pieces



1 Day Masterclass 
The Complete Cap

31st July 2025 - 1 Day

30th November 2025 - 1 Day 


West Yorkshire, UK

learn To Make A Made To Measure Cap
using Tam's 
personally Developed Technique's

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Who Are These Workshops For
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                    Suitable For All Levels

 

Film & TV Wig Dressers - Use The Cut & Stick Techniques To Make Sculptural Hair Pieces For Period And Contempory Hair

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Freelance Wig Stylists - Use The Techniques To Incorporate Pieces Into Your Lace Wigs For Commission Work

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Cosplay - Elevate Your Wigs With Pieces You Can Incorporate Into Your Styles

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Theatre Wig Dressers - Use The Techniques To Make Pieces That Will Last A Whole Run Of Shows

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Prop Makers - Add Another String To Your Bow By Mastering Hair

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Editorial Stylists - Use These Techniques To Elevate Your Session Work

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Salon Stylists - Wanting To Add A Little Something Extra To Your Skillset

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Newbies! - Looking For A New Creative Outlet -                                               Learn To Make A Headpiece

 



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3 Day HardCap Masterclass

This 3 day weekend workshop is all about learning the technique of cut and stick.

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You'll learn the technique of glueing hair onto a base seamlessly with your choice of textured or straight fibre. 

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You'll be taught how to move the hair around your base piece and not just sticking the hair on

Directional glueing

Building up weight 

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We'll be using all these techniques to build onto a 3d frame to make your own piece which Tam will talk through and demo in class

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You'll be introduced to using a hackle to mix your fibre and to various different blocking materials which we'll use to make your own base piece to make your design on. 

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The skills you walk away with should enable you to make small hair pieces and head props that can either be worn as a head piece or incorporated into lace wigs. 

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Please Note

We will not be making a full wig in this class - We are covering wig pieces and head pieces 

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               1 Day Masterclass
              The Complete Cap

This 1 day masterclass will teach you Tam's complete process for how she makes her made to measure caps.

 

​​​The skills you walk away with should enable you to make a cap for any sized head which you can use to

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- Build wigs on to

 

- Appy lace wigs to (great for theatre with quick

changes)

 

- Make a cloche hat and trim with jewels, tassels etc (great for Burlesque, Cabaret etc)- Build mixed media head pieces on to​​

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-Make mixed media and other types of head pieces

                        What You Will Learn 
                           3 Day Masterclass

   Three Day  Hard Cap Master Class

                                                Day  1

Morning Demo learning how to block and finish using two different blocking materials to make a small base piece

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Students will make thier own base pieces

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Afternoon demo learning about fibre, how to hackle and pre curl your hair

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Students will prepare their own hair in a choice of texturend or curled hair ready to make their piece

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                                  Day 2 

 

Demo learning how to build structures using various different materials​

 

Building your shapes and preparing your fibre for your pieces​

 

Afternoon demo learning how to stick fibre - both straight and textured - to create a seamless finish and a good even weight distribution

 

​Students will start to stick their fibre on their piece 

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Students work on thier pieces with guidance from Tam

                         What You Will Learn 
                             1 Day Masterclass

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Morning demo on taking a head shape for a cap along with measruements

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Second demo learning how to pad out your head ready for blocking

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Instruction from Tam of a quick and easy system on how to build a collection of head shapes

 

You will learn how to adjust your collection of head shapes for different clients measurements 

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The rest of the day will be spent blocking and finishing your caps

What our Allumni Say

"Tam brings a lot of experience from a wide range of different sides of the hair and make-up industry to the course which benefits non-wig makers as well as seasoned wig makers like myself. The 5 day hard cap course with Tam was very well structured and struck a really good balance between giving as much information as possible, with enough time to do all the individual steps yourself, so you remember them better. ​ We had a really good group atmosphere and stayed in touch to cheer each other on while trialing and testing these techniques at home." Judith Maya Abegg UK Based Hair and Make Up Artist. Film, TV & Theatre. @Judith_maya_abegg

"I was thrilled for the opportunity to take Tam's Hard Cap Workshop August 2024 in Los Angeles. The 5 day course is packed with detailed info and techniques that can be creatively adapted into a number of wig and headpiece applications for wigmakers, costume and props craftspersons, and drag, cosplay, and textile artists. Tam walked us through the entire process step by step with patience, encouragement, and humor. She provided lists of comparable US supplies to quickly and easily get started creating stateside. It was such a pleasure and I look forward to incorporating the skills I learned into my current wigmaking." -- Dawn Victoria Dudley, Make-up Artists & Hairstylists Owner WELL DRESSED WIGS, INC. IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7934796/ Instagram: @welldressedwigs Mobile and WhatsApp +1.818.821.5684

"Tam Walsh has truly opened my eyes to a transformative approach to wig building that I never knew existed until I found her on Instagram a few years ago. From the moment I stepped into the class, I was captivated by Tam's unique methods and passion for her craft. Her teaching style is not only engaging but also incredibly insightful, making complex techniques feel accessible, exciting and fun. With every day that passed during the 5 day course, I felt my own creativity building as I learned to blend my existing skills with this fresh perspective. ​ What sets Tam apart is her ability to break down her unique wig-building process into manageable steps, emphasizing the importance of technique while encouraging artistic expression. Tam’s hands-on course allowed me to immediately apply what I learned, and I was amazed at how quickly I would be able to incorporate these new skills into my own work. ​ The supportive atmosphere Tam fosters encourages collaboration and experimentation, making each day of the class a joy to attend. I left each session excited to return the next day and build a work of art. Tam’s course left me feeling inspired and confident with my new skills and eager to explore the endless possibilities in my own personal wig design. ​ I can't recommend Tam’s course enough to anyone looking to elevate their wig-making skills. This experience has not only expanded my knowledge but has ignited a passion within me to push the boundaries of what I can create. Thank you, Tam, for this incredible journey—I'm excited to blend my own previous years of wig experience and personal style with your veteran, next-level techniques that you've taught me! Thank you for generosity, sharing your genius and your unique perspective. You’re a Legend Tam Walsh" Adina Shore Owner, Chain of Barber Shops, Canada Veteran Film Hairstylist, Canada Instagram @headwigandco

"With over a decade of hair stylist experience, I was keen to expand my skill set and, after observing from afar for a few months, I decided to book onto Tam's Headcase course. I was incredibly nervous on day one, as I didn't have a single ounce of wig making experience, but I needn't have worried in the slightest. This 5 day intensive workshop was mind-blowing, as Tam took us all back to the basics, regardless of our experience level, in order to ensure we all had the same understanding of execution and technique. Whilst we learnt a LOT in a short space of time, it was all immediately being applied to our wigs and there was definitely a solid sense of accomplishment after each day by all students. After the 5 days, we were armed with enough knowledge and confidence to start our own solo wigs at home, which is exactly what each student is now doing. Tam is not only an incredible wig maker, but she's also an absolutely flawless tutor & I cannot recommend being taught by her enough. 🖤" Natalie Johnson @RocknRollerParlour

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          More About The Workshop

Where Is The Workshop Being Held?

Todmorden Hall, Rise Lane,  Todmorden West Yorkshire, OL14 7AA.

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Free onsite parking available, just one minute from Todmorden train station

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What's Included

All materials are included

Students will be required to bring their own block and scissors

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Tea, Coffee and Refreshments will be available

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A brochure will be sent out to all students with info about the area, where to stay and eat 

BOOK YOUR SPOT

Payment Plans Can Be Arranged 
                            tam@tamwalshstudios.com
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