2 Braids to Updo

I started by making 2 diagonal frenchbraids that go back to the crown of her head.

Once the braids are secured with elastics I pulled the sides of her hair out of the way with a clip.

Now pull the 2 ends of the braids and secure together with an elasic in the center of the hair you have in the clip.  The hair left down is going to hide the elastics.

Pull up the both sides as shown below.

Secure both the sides in the center of her head with an elastic *Shown Below*

Now take all the hair into a ponytail form and twist it upward.  I secured her twist with a lot of bobby pins.  I also asked her if the twist felt tight, I kept adding bobby pins until she said it felt tight. 

Question #6

*Question 6*
A question was left for this adorable hairstyle.  She wanted to know how do you wrap the hair around the ponytail and hold it? Do you just tuck it into the rubberband?

Answer:  I usually use clear rubber bands and also bobby pins.  It depends on the style and how wild her hair is on that day.  For this style I just used the bobby pins.  I made several wraps around the ponytail and then took the ends under the ponytail and stuck the bobby pin straight into her hair this way you can't see the bobby pin.

Hair Accessory Variety

On a recent trip to Walmart:

Some of these look so simple that I am going to try and make them - maybe save a few dollars. Since I make diaper cakes and jewelry I have all the supplies at home anyway. All I need some ideas.

If you are not a DIY person most of the accessories in the pictures ranged from $2-$5 and were very cute.

Hair Accessory Variety

On a recent trip to Walmart:

Some of these look so simple that I am going to try and make them - maybe save a few dollars. Since I make diaper cakes and jewelry I have all the supplies at home anyway. All I need some ideas.

If you are not a DIY person most of the accessories in the pictures ranged from $2-$5 and were very cute.

Product Review: Hair Stopper

This thing is saving the Earth!! I shed A LOT so after washing my hair is the shower the tub was always clogged. I used to purchase Drano like I purchased conditioner because I needed it just that much. One day while shopping in Walmart (for conditioner) I saw this product on the end of the aisle. For $3 I decided that I could give it a try.

I can honestly say that I am so glad I made this purchase. I have not used Drano since! Woot Woot!

The only downfall is that cleaning it grosses me out. Yea, it's my hair but still....yuck. So I like to let it dry completely and then remove the hair - in my mind it's less gross that way, LOL.

I like it and if something happens to it, I will buy it again.

Product Review: Hair Stopper

This thing is saving the Earth!! I shed A LOT so after washing my hair is the shower the tub was always clogged. I used to purchase Drano like I purchased conditioner because I needed it just that much. One day while shopping in Walmart (for conditioner) I saw this product on the end of the aisle. For $3 I decided that I could give it a try.

I can honestly say that I am so glad I made this purchase. I have not used Drano since! Woot Woot!

The only downfall is that cleaning it grosses me out. Yea, it's my hair but still....yuck. So I like to let it dry completely and then remove the hair - in my mind it's less gross that way, LOL.

I like it and if something happens to it, I will buy it again.

Toddler Knots to Pigtails

This hairstyle did not turn out how I had imagined it.  With toddlers I guess that is normal 

Her hair is so thin that the knots didn't look as good as I had wanted.

I started by pulling the front part of her hair and tied a knot.  Then I made a 2nd knot just behind the first.  Because of how thin her hair is I had to secure the ends of both knots with an elastic.  That is why there is an elastic in the middle of the 2 pigtials.

Once the knots are secured I pulled the remaining hair into side pigtails.

In The News: Stereotyping and Style Choices

Locked' up: Hair style can indicate social, religious or fashion choice

It appears this article came about from inspiration from an American Idol contestant, Crystal Bowersox (I haven't watched AI since the first season). The article talks about how dreadlocks are highly misunderstood and that people with them are frequently subjected to stereotyping.

From drug users to homeless or a gang-banger, will the stereotyping ever end?

"It's not dreadful. It's clean and beautiful," Michelle Robinson of Naturally Yours Salon in Oakland, CA.

Some history from the article:

Bob Marley and Whoopi Goldberg didn't invent dreadlocks. The hairstyle has been around for thousands of years. Here's a brief run through history:

ALONG THE NILE: The first known examples of dreadlocks date back to ancient Egypt, where images of the hairstyle appeared on various artifacts. It has been said that, when he died, King Tutankhamun was wearing dreadlocks.

RELIGIOUS PERSUASIONS: Several ascetic groups within major religions have embraced the hairstyle through the years, including the Nazarites of Judaism, the Sadhus of Hinduism and the Coptic monks of Christianity. The tresses that provided Sampson with all that strength? Dreadlocks.

THE RASTAFARI: For a Rasta, dreadlocks are an expression of inner spirituality and an effort to live in accordance with the laws of nature. According to a Rastafarian proverb, "A man who cuts his hair is like a tree without leaves."

SLAVERY: Shackled slaves grew dreadlocks during the long trip from Africa to America. According to author Jeffery Bradley ("Don't Worry, Be Nappy"), the slave trader cut them off because they considered them "dreadful." Many blacks today wear the hairstyle as an expression of individuality and racial pride.

Sources include: "Dreads" by Francesco Mastalia and Alfonse Pagano; "Don't Worry, Be Nappy" by Jeffery Bradley; "Dreadlocks or Dreadfully Locked?" by Monica Arac de Nyeko.

Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2010/04/26/1903387/locked-up-hair-style-can-indicate.html#ixzz0mKQRZHKi

In The News: Stereotyping and Style Choices

Locked' up: Hair style can indicate social, religious or fashion choice

It appears this article came about from inspiration from an American Idol contestant, Crystal Bowersox (I haven't watched AI since the first season). The article talks about how dreadlocks are highly misunderstood and that people with them are frequently subjected to stereotyping.

From drug users to homeless or a gang-banger, will the stereotyping ever end?

"It's not dreadful. It's clean and beautiful," Michelle Robinson of Naturally Yours Salon in Oakland, CA.

Some history from the article:

Bob Marley and Whoopi Goldberg didn't invent dreadlocks. The hairstyle has been around for thousands of years. Here's a brief run through history:

ALONG THE NILE: The first known examples of dreadlocks date back to ancient Egypt, where images of the hairstyle appeared on various artifacts. It has been said that, when he died, King Tutankhamun was wearing dreadlocks.

RELIGIOUS PERSUASIONS: Several ascetic groups within major religions have embraced the hairstyle through the years, including the Nazarites of Judaism, the Sadhus of Hinduism and the Coptic monks of Christianity. The tresses that provided Sampson with all that strength? Dreadlocks.

THE RASTAFARI: For a Rasta, dreadlocks are an expression of inner spirituality and an effort to live in accordance with the laws of nature. According to a Rastafarian proverb, "A man who cuts his hair is like a tree without leaves."

SLAVERY: Shackled slaves grew dreadlocks during the long trip from Africa to America. According to author Jeffery Bradley ("Don't Worry, Be Nappy"), the slave trader cut them off because they considered them "dreadful." Many blacks today wear the hairstyle as an expression of individuality and racial pride.

Sources include: "Dreads" by Francesco Mastalia and Alfonse Pagano; "Don't Worry, Be Nappy" by Jeffery Bradley; "Dreadlocks or Dreadfully Locked?" by Monica Arac de Nyeko.

Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2010/04/26/1903387/locked-up-hair-style-can-indicate.html#ixzz0mKQRZHKi

Braids to Ponytail

It is getting really hot around our part of the world.  My older daughter hates to sweat weird I know so we were going to spend the day at the park and here is the up hairstyle we came up with.

I started in the middle of her head and made a triangle part and made a simple braid all the way down to the ends and secured with an elastic. 

Once the center braid is made make 4 more braids 2 on each side of the center braid. 

Below is a picture of the top 3 braids.

Then pull all the hair and braids into a ponytail as shown below.

Then wrap the braids around the ponytail and secure the ends with a bobby pin.

Below is a side view of her hair.

How to: Scalp Cleansing

I am so itchy! Usually I watch the clock at work count down until I can go home and relax - today, I want to go home and wash my hair. More specifically, my scalp!

First, I gathered my supplies. The bottles that the Carol's Daughter shampoo's come in are perfect for this. So even after the shampoo is used up I will be recycling the bottle for the purpose of scalp cleansing. I take the top from my Roots Only bottle and placed that on the bottle.

Then, I applied the shampoo directly to my scalp in sections to make sure I covered my entire scalp.

I have measure the amount of shampoo that is used for this technique and surprisingly less than 1oz is used.

Hair can be shampoo immediately after application or you can wait awhile. I had a few things to do and I needed to pre-poo so I left the shampoo on my scalp and applied a Jasmine Oil Castor Oil mix to the remaining length of my hair.

When washing I massage my scalp with my finger tips under running water....it feels so great! Let me know if you try it and what you think about it.

How to: Scalp Cleansing

I am so itchy! Usually I watch the clock at work count down until I can go home and relax - today, I want to go home and wash my hair. More specifically, my scalp!

First, I gathered my supplies. The bottles that the Carol's Daughter shampoo's come in are perfect for this. So even after the shampoo is used up I will be recycling the bottle for the purpose of scalp cleansing. I take the top from my Roots Only bottle and placed that on the bottle.

Then, I applied the shampoo directly to my scalp in sections to make sure I covered my entire scalp.

I have measure the amount of shampoo that is used for this technique and surprisingly less than 1oz is used.

Hair can be shampoo immediately after application or you can wait awhile. I had a few things to do and I needed to pre-poo so I left the shampoo on my scalp and applied a Jasmine Oil Castor Oil mix to the remaining length of my hair.

When washing I massage my scalp with my finger tips under running water....it feels so great! Let me know if you try it and what you think about it.

Toddler simple twist

We have been on vacation that is the reason for the lack of posts lately. 

My toddler has a sensative head and regularly asks for simple hairstyles with no elastics. 

A simple twist across the front of her head and curled the rest under. 

**NOTE** If any of you have noticed our recent shortness in the bangs this is what happens when a toddler moves while getting her bangs cut.  At least she looks good with what we call the Katy Perry bangs. 

Question #5

Question #5 is this  "is there anyway i can do that on myself, i tried, its hard"

This hair style is much easier when someone else can do the braid.  However it is possible.  I have to make sure my hair is wet when I start.  Then I take a pillow and lay it on a counter to place my head on.  The hardest part is controlling the hair because it wants to lay over where you are working.  This is the reason for placing my head on the pillow.  You want as much hair out of your way as possible.  I hope this helps you will also want to practice a couple of times.  I think it took me several tries the first time to get it right.

Sunday Style: Side Swept Afro

We overslept and missed church and when I say overslept....service starts at 11:15am and it takes us 35-40min to get there - we woke up at 11:00am. There was no way we would make it. So we spent the day together at the Farmer's Market and outside grilling. It was nice. After busy Saturday we needed a break.

At first I tried side combs to secure my hair - didn't work. Then I tried bobby pins - it looked ridiculous. After that, I got the idea to try a banana clip. I had serious doubts that it would work but I am glad to say I was wrong. Hubby really like this style and so did I, he even rounded (by patting) out my fro for me, LOL.

Inspiration:

I am constantly seeing this image on various hair forums, blogs, and Google searches. I have no idea where the original came from - if anyone knows please let me know.

Sunday Style: Side Swept Afro

We overslept and missed church and when I say overslept....service starts at 11:15am and it takes us 35-40min to get there - we woke up at 11:00am. There was no way we would make it. So we spent the day together at the Farmer's Market and outside grilling. It was nice. After busy Saturday we needed a break.

At first I tried side combs to secure my hair - didn't work. Then I tried bobby pins - it looked ridiculous. After that, I got the idea to try a banana clip. I had serious doubts that it would work but I am glad to say I was wrong. Hubby really like this style and so did I, he even rounded (by patting) out my fro for me, LOL.

Inspiration:

I am constantly seeing this image on various hair forums, blogs, and Google searches. I have no idea where the original came from - if anyone knows please let me know.

Poof to Ponytail

There are so many times my daughters asks for a quick hairstyle so this took us seconds. 

I made a simple poof keeping her bangs out of her face.  Then pulled the rest of the hair into a ponytail.

I finished it off by wrapping the ponytail with her hair. 

Growth and Length Retention Gurus

Here are a few that (in my opinion) offer some great advice that has helped me on my journey:

kimmaytube

LeobodyC5

Glamazini

Keep It Simple Sista

CurlyNikki

What I like about these bloggers/vloggers is that they have pretty simple regimens and they have retained a head full of healthy length. Following the advice and guidance of these individuals has taken me from shoulder length to almost BSL. I am convinced these ladies know what they are doing because my hair's current length is the longest that it has ever been.

Growth and Length Retention Gurus

Here are a few that (in my opinion) offer some great advice that has helped me on my journey:

kimmaytube

LeobodyC5

Glamazini

Keep It Simple Sista

CurlyNikki

What I like about these bloggers/vloggers is that they have pretty simple regimens and they have retained a head full of healthy length. Following the advice and guidance of these individuals has taken me from shoulder length to almost BSL. I am convinced these ladies know what they are doing because my hair's current length is the longest that it has ever been.

Accessorizing Your Hair

While waiting for our hair to grow or when still learning how to do more styles it is very easy to get bored with your signature look (or the only one you know how to do). When that boredom creeps in its time to spice things up a bit.

The first and easiest thing to do would be to go out and purchase some accessories for your hair. The choices seem to be endless.

Very Affordable Accessories:

Forever21

Wet Seal

Etsy Sellers

Hair Accessories by tiashauntee featuring Monsoon accessories

However, as I look at these accessories I realize that I can make most of them. The best part about making your own accessories is that you can make the color you desire and and can usually make a few of them for the price of one in the store. So.....a continuation of this post will be about making your own accessories - the easy way.

Accessorizing Your Hair

While waiting for our hair to grow or when still learning how to do more styles it is very easy to get bored with your signature look (or the only one you know how to do). When that boredom creeps in its time to spice things up a bit.

The first and easiest thing to do would be to go out and purchase some accessories for your hair. The choices seem to be endless.

Very Affordable Accessories:

Forever21

Wet Seal

Etsy Sellers

Hair Accessories by tiashauntee featuring Monsoon accessories

However, as I look at these accessories I realize that I can make most of them. The best part about making your own accessories is that you can make the color you desire and and can usually make a few of them for the price of one in the store. So.....a continuation of this post will be about making your own accessories - the easy way.

BraidOut on Straight Hair

This was actually my first time doing a braid out on straight hair. I liked the waves and if I was so in need of a washing I would have worn this for a day or two.

BraidOut on Straight Hair

This was actually my first time doing a braid out on straight hair. I liked the waves and if I was so in need of a washing I would have worn this for a day or two.

Fun to Protective

Sunday's style was the perfect template for a protective style and quick to do. Since the sides were cornrowed into place I just needed to twist the loose section. I misted each section with Care Free Curl/Water mix and sealed with my Spring Shea Butter mix. This look is the outcome.

Fun to Protective

Sunday's style was the perfect template for a protective style and quick to do. Since the sides were cornrowed into place I just needed to twist the loose section. I misted each section with Care Free Curl/Water mix and sealed with my Spring Shea Butter mix. This look is the outcome.

Sunday Style: Faux Hawk and Pompadour

Thanks IB for the suggestion!

My interpretation:

This style was done on dry detangled hair. I sectioned my hair in three and worked the sides first doing the cornrows. This was the most time consuming part of the style because those parts were really trying me. I applied shea butter as I did each cornrow. I secured the ends with rubber-bands to keep everything together. For the middle I did fat twists on dry hair and then spritzed with Care Free Curl/Water mix. I did it this way to get more volume. Wet twists are really defined on my hair and lack volume.

Sunday's Message:

Encouragement for A Discouraged Church

Revelations 4:2

Even church folk get discouraged and when you get discouraged its not that you lost your faith - you just can't see the bright side of things. Faith is not faith when you have everything you want, faith is faith when you have nothing. When you are discouraged, you have to get in the spirit. Before we are in the spirit we only see what is lost - when you are in the spirit you see the throne. In times of discouragement - focus on the throne.

Sunday Style: Faux Hawk and Pompadour

Thanks IB for the suggestion!

My interpretation:

This style was done on dry detangled hair. I sectioned my hair in three and worked the sides first doing the cornrows. This was the most time consuming part of the style because those parts were really trying me. I applied shea butter as I did each cornrow. I secured the ends with rubber-bands to keep everything together. For the middle I did fat twists on dry hair and then spritzed with Care Free Curl/Water mix. I did it this way to get more volume. Wet twists are really defined on my hair and lack volume.

Sunday's Message:

Encouragement for A Discouraged Church

Revelations 4:2

Even church folk get discouraged and when you get discouraged its not that you lost your faith - you just can't see the bright side of things. Faith is not faith when you have everything you want, faith is faith when you have nothing. When you are discouraged, you have to get in the spirit. Before we are in the spirit we only see what is lost - when you are in the spirit you see the throne. In times of discouragement - focus on the throne.