Wrapping Your Head: Creative Ways To Use A T-Shirt

There are many reasons to wrap your head with a T-shirt, including to cover your head, dry curly hair, or keep your hair dry. To do this, you can follow a simple process. First, cut a straight line across your T-shirt from the bottom of one armhole to the other. Set aside the top portion of the shirt. Drape the lower portion over your head, with the finished seam along your forehead. Pull the sleeves apart and tie them together at the back of your head. You can also tuck in the excess cloth around your temples into the eye slits.

How to cut a T-shirt for a head wrap

A T-shirt can be easily transformed into a useful and versatile head wrap. The soft fabric is especially useful for those with sensitive skin or curly hair. With just a pair of scissors, you can turn your old T-shirt into a head wrap in minutes. Here's how to do it:

Step 1: Cut the T-Shirt

Take your T-shirt and a pair of scissors. Place the shirt flat on a surface and cut a straight line across the shirt, starting from the bottom of one armhole to the bottom of the other. You can discard the top portion of the shirt or keep it for another project.

Step 2: Drape and Twist (Option A)

For the first option, take the lower portion of the shirt you just cut and drape it over your head. Place the finished seam along your forehead. Gather the excess fabric at the back of your head and twist it to keep it in place. Then, bring the remaining fabric back over the top of your head, wrapping it around your forehead to secure it in place.

Step 3: The "Plop" (Option B)

This method is ideal for those with curly hair. Place your T-shirt headscarf flat on a surface, and push back the top layer of fabric to expose the inside of the shirt. Keep the bottom layer flat. Bend forward so your hair is hanging upside down, and place your hair on top of the exposed inside of the shirt. Grab the top layer of the shirt and pull it up and over the back of your head. As you stand up, grab the bottom layer, scooping your hair inside the shirt. Twist and pull the fabric back over the top of your head to secure it.

How to wrap a T-shirt head wrap to dry curly hair

Step 1: Prepare the T-Shirt

First, prepare your t-shirt. You can use any t-shirt, but cotton is best for drying curly hair. If you want to use a t-shirt with a print or pattern on it, turn the t-shirt inside out so that the print doesn't transfer onto your hair.

Step 2: Cut the T-Shirt (Optional)

If you want to, you can cut a straight line across your t-shirt, from the bottom of one armhole to the other. Discard the top portion of the shirt, or set it aside to use in another project. This step is optional but will give you more control over the size and shape of your head wrap.

Step 3: Soak Up Excess Water

After washing your hair, use your t-shirt to gently wring out any excess water. This will help to reduce frizz and speed up the drying process.

Step 4: Line Up Your T-Shirt

Lay the t-shirt flat on an elevated surface, like your bed. Flip your hair upside down and place your hairline along the neckline of the t-shirt.

Step 5: Wrap and Twist

Now it's time to wrap! There are two popular methods for wrapping a t-shirt around your head: the "Twist & Wrap" method and the "Plop" method.

Option A: Twist & Wrap

Drape the t-shirt over your head, placing the finished seam along your forehead. Gather the excess fabric at the back of your head and twist it to keep it in place. Finally, pull the excess fabric back over the top of your head so that it wraps around your forehead and stays in place.

Option B: The Plop

Bend over so that your wet hair is upside down, then place your hair on top of the t-shirt so that it piles up on the inside of the shirt. Grab the top layer of the t-shirt and pull it up and over the back of your head. Then, grab the bottom layer as you stand up so that your hair stays scooped inside the shirt. Gather the fabric at the back of your head, twist it, and pull the excess fabric back over the top of your head to secure it.

Step 6: Let It Dry

Leave the t-shirt on for 10-30 minutes, or until your hair is mostly dry. Then, undo the wrap and style your hair as usual. You can let your hair air-dry or use a hairdryer and diffuser to finish drying it.

And that's it! You now know how to wrap a t-shirt head wrap to dry your curly hair.

How to tie a T-shirt head wrap to keep hair dry

T-shirts are a great alternative to traditional headscarves or shower caps as they are breathable and gentle on the skin. They are also useful for keeping hair dry in the shower or for drying curly hair after washing. Here is a simple guide on how to make and tie a T-shirt head wrap:

Step 1: Cut the T-shirt

Start by cutting the T-shirt in a straight line from the bottom of one armhole to the other. You can discard the top portion of the shirt or keep it for another project.

Step 2: Drape and twist (Option A)

For the first option, simply drape the lower portion of the shirt over your head, placing the finished seam along your forehead. Gather the excess fabric together at the back of your head and twist it to keep it in place. Then, pull the excess fabric back over the top of your head, wrapping it around your forehead to secure it in place.

Step 3: Plopping (Option B)

This method is ideal for those with curly hair. First, lay the T-shirt flat on a counter or another surface, exposing the inside of the shirt while keeping the bottom layer flat. Bend forward and place your wet hair upside down in the middle of the shirt. Grab the top layer and pull it up and over the back of your head, then stand up and gather the fabric at the nape. Twist the fabric and pull it back over the top of your head to secure it. Keep your hair wrapped for 10-30 minutes, then air-dry or use a hairdryer.

How to wear a T-shirt head wrap like a ninja

Step 1: The "Face Hole"

Pull the T-shirt over your head, but instead of putting your head through the "head part", stop when the opening is over your face.

Step 2: Prepare the T-shirt

There are two ways to do this, depending on the type of T-shirt you have:

• Option A – Twist & Wrap: Drape the T-shirt over your head, placing the finished seam along your forehead.
• Option B – The "Plop": Lay the T-shirt on a flat surface and separate the two layers of fabric. Expose the inside of the shirt while keeping the bottom layer flat.

Step 3: Position the T-shirt

• For Option A: Pull the excess fabric together at the back of your head and twist to keep it in place. Then, draw the fabric over the top of your head, wrapping it around your forehead.
• For Option B: Bend forward so that your hair hangs upside down. Set your hair on top of the exposed inside layer of the shirt, piling it up. Grab the top layer of the shirt and pull it up and over the back of your head. As you stand up, grab the bottom layer, scooping your hair inside the shirt. Gather the fabric at the back of your head, twist, and pull the excess fabric back over the top of your head to secure it.

Step 4: Eye Slits and Final Touches

Pull the sleeves apart and tie them together at the back of your head. You can leave the excess cloth around your temples, or tuck it into the eye slits.

How to style a T-shirt head wrap: the plop method

The plop method is a great way to style your hair, especially if you have curls or waves. It's a simple process that can be done in just a few minutes and will leave you with bouncy, defined curls that are free from frizz. All you need is an old T-shirt or a microfiber towel.

Step 1:

Lay your T-shirt on a flat surface with the sleeves closest to you. Bend over and flip your hair so that it falls onto the centre of the T-shirt. If you have long hair, you may want to start with your hair already in a loose ponytail or braid to make this step easier.

Step 2:

Take the side of the T-shirt that is closest to you and bring it to your forehead. Then, bring the other end together at the nape of your neck.

Step 3:

Take the side of the T-shirt that is furthest from you and bring it to the nape of your neck, pressing it to secure the ends.

Step 4:

Rise, holding the sleeves in your hands and tugging them gently.

Step 5:

Tighten the wrap until it feels secure. Tie the sleeves at the front, or if they are long, you may need to tie them at the back. You can also tuck in any loose ends.

This depends on your hair type and how long it usually takes to dry. If you have short or fine hair, start checking after 10-20 minutes. If you have thicker or longer hair, you may want to leave it for longer. You can also sleep with your hair wrapped and remove the T-shirt in the morning.

The plop method is a great way to enhance your natural hair structure, whether you have waves or curls. It helps to reduce frizz, cut down on drying time, and increase volume and definition. It's also a gentle way to wrap your hair, especially if you have sensitive skin or are experiencing hair loss due to chemotherapy.

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