October’s challenge is to turn a wig stand that will be donated to the Breast Cancer Resource Center in Princeton, New Jersey. Our goal is to donate 60 wig stands.
The drawing at left gives the basic dimensions for a wig stand. The dome at the top needs to be a continuous curve with no sharp edges that could deform a wig. Domes for adults should be 4” to 5” in diameter and domes for children and teens should be 3” to 4”. The base either needs some mass or be wide enough to provide stability. The stem can be ornate or as simple as a dowel. The overall height should be between 13” and 15”. The finish needs to be something that will not react with nor harm the wig. Acceptable finishes include lacquer and polyurethane. Do not use waxes, oils or shellac.