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you can also search youtube, there's a lady on there named Mary that has Alopecia and does a step-by-step how to for head wraps.
I am a uterine cancer patient that is going thru Chemotherapy and of course my hair is falling out. I have found some cute hats but I want to learn how to tie the headscarfs that I see other people wearing. I know how to tie the handerchief kind in one way and that is the trinangle tied behind the head at the base.
Can anyone help me either find a website that shows how to do this or if you have names of books or something?
Thanks
you can also search youtube, there's a lady on there named Mary that has Alopecia and does a step-by-step how to for head wraps.
Hi S.,
My heart goes out to you for your struggle with cancer. When my mom went through Chemo we bought scarves and wraps that were already tied and sewn. Good luck in your search.
I will keep you in my prayers.
T.
S. ~
Take a look through these sites. There are lots of styles and I wasn't quite sure which style you would like, so here are a bunch of sites... There are even some video links, and you can also type a search into the box at youtube.com for more video assistance... Best of luck and my prayers for a full recovery and a strong will during this time...
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=tying+head+scarv...
~ V.
I love the Buff Bandanas, because I could never figure out how to tie a wrap myself - http://www.buff.es/en/index.php?p=USA
They also have an on-line video on the 17 cool ways to wear it.
Also, some great suggestions on how to minimize chemo effects and such in the book, "Breast Cancer? Breast Health!" by Susun Weed. I have had many folks use this book, regardless of the type of cancer, for her outstanding recommendations. She is one of the country's foremost herbalogists, you can really trust her advice, and she covers the integration of both medical treatment and other natural supports.
Best Wishes!
http://www.ehow.com/how_16807_create-head-wrap.html Hope that is what you are looking for! Also - on youtube.com there are videos of how to do it - just search tie head wrap. Hope it helps. Good luck - and best of luck with your health!
Hi S.
First, I am very sorry that you have to go through this. I admire your bravery!
When my mom lost her hair to chemo, che got a great hairpiece/wig fromthe American Cancer Society. THey had an order booklet that I believe she got from the doctor and their prices were realy reasonable. If I remember correctly, they also sold scarves (some I think were sewn to look like they had been tied) and I think there were instructions for tying them as well.
My mom is hospitalized right now, so I am unable to ask her, but I am sure if you go to the webstie they should ahve some info for you.
Good luck and stay strong!
Greetings Dear S.,
Sorry to hear about your temporary challenge. You are in my prayers. Stay strong!
I don't know of any books or websites that could help you. Try searching YouTube for head ties, head wraps, gele's and turbans.
In West Africa women wear head ties that are called Gele's. In North Africa men wear head ties that are called Turbans.
I am going to try talking you through how to beautifully wrap your head.
For head tie you will need 36"- 45" width fabric 1 1/2 - 2yds. long. Hem fabric.
One way to tie head wrap:
Fold fabric in half length wise.
Place fabric on your head with the two ends hanging down your back.
Pull the fabric by your left ear over to the right ear.
Pull the fabric by your right ear over to the left ear and bring both ends up to the top of your head. Tie either on the right or left side of your head. Fan the fabric out. If fabric hangs too long cut to desired length.
Another way:
Follow the above steps, however instead of tying the fabric on the right or left side of your head tie it in the center of your head. Continue wrapping fabric until it is all around your head. Tuck fabric in and you are finished.
Experiment. Each time you wrap your head you get a different look.
Much success!
Wishing you the best of everything.
Love, peace and joy,
S.
There are several head covering websites available (they also sell head coverings that are super cute!)
Here are some of my favorite ways to tie
http://www.modestclothing.com/cgi-bin/tying.pl
HUGS and good luck
Go to You Tube (http://www.YouTube.com) and type in hair wrap instructions. You can watch videos on how to tie them.