SUMMERTIME TWIST

 STYLE A SUMMERTIME TWIST

Step 1-2: Depending on the volume of your hair, separate your locks into 4-6 sections. Twist each section and roll it into a mini bun at the bottom of the back of your scalp. Start with the outermost sections. Pin each section as you twist it with 2-3 bobby pins per bun.  

Steps 3-4: Continue twisting and working your way to the center of the scalp. If you have a gap in between two buns, repin to fill the space. 

Steps 5-6: Pin any long hairs that are still loose. 

Step 7: You've done it! Now, you can wear it like this or add pretty things. 

Steps 8-10: We added a pretty little flower we made with raw silk. It's the perfect summer hairstyle, both pulled together and effortless! 

These twists are perfect for quick styling when you're on-the-go! Be sure to try a variety of accessories like a handmade flower or bow! 

MESSY BRAID

STYLE A MESSY BRAID

1. French braid hair from the back to the side. (use this method, but in the back) 

2. Use a hair elastic to tie a side ponytail. 

3. Using a comb, tease the ponytail as much as possible. 

4. Braid the teased hair into a regular braid. 

5. Pull the braid so that it's uneven and loose. Cut the hair elastic off. (Be very careful not to cut any hair) 

6. Enjoy your big messy braid! It's perfect for maxi dresses and bonfire parties.

Tip: This messy style would make amazing maiden braids. 

MAIDEN TWISTS HAIRSTYLE D.I.Y.

MAIDEN TWISTS HAIRSTYLE D.I.Y.

1. Start with a section of hair behind your ear or directly above, depending on the length. 

2-3. Split the section in two pieces and begin twisting until you reach the end. 

4. Take the twisted hair and wrap it over your head. Pin in place.

5. Repeat on the other side. 6. Once you have twisted and pinned both pieces, be sure to tuck any ends so they don't show.

TWISTED SIDE PONYTAIL

STYLE A TWISTED SIDE PONYTAIL

Here's how to style a twisted ponytail... 

1. Begin by pinning a small section of hair at the back of the neck. 

2-4. Continue pulling small sections of hair across and pinning along the base of the neck. 

5. Continue until you can gather the hair into a side ponytail, leaving out a section in the front. 

6. Tie off the ponytail and wrap the remaining hair around the pony to cover the hairband.  

HAIR BOW

STYLE A HAIR BOW

Love bow like lady gaga style? So here we go...

1. Start with a loose pony tail.

2-3. Take the rubber band (or pony tail holder) and pull the hair through half-way.

4. Flip the tail to the other side and repeat, leaving a small tail remaining.

5. Take the tail, fold over the middle, and pin in place. From underneath pin both sides of the "bow" in place. Tug on the loops until you have a perfect, messy bow!

Here's a second option. Try a mini bow with a half pony tail! So cute and casual too.

BRAIDED CROWN

STYLE A BRAIDED CROWN

1. You want to start by pulling the majority of your hair forward (in front of your face) from nearly the back of your hair line. This is going to feel very Cousin It but you want most of your hair to be toward the front of your head before you begin. Start on one side of the base of your neck and separate three strands of hair. 

2. Begin braiding these three strands together. 

3. As you braid, follow along the crown of your head and add a little hair to each strand as you braid around. 

4. Once you've braided around the front of your head finish the braid and use an elastic band to secure it. Pin the braid in place, tucking and pinning any loose pieces.

If your hair is not long enough to braid all the way around your head you might consider adding hair accessories, such as bows or pins to where your braid ended, to sort of disguise any loose ends. Oh, and don't be discouraged if your very first braided crown is a little messy, mine was too! It takes a little practice to get it looking just right. 

SIDE BRAID 2

STYLE A SIDE BRAID 2

1. Gather a large section of your hair starting from one side of the crown of your head and sweeping to the other side. 

2. Begin braiding three small strands from the top of this section. 

3. As you braid add more strands from the original section. 

4. Be sure to braid so that your hair wraps around the top of your head. 

5. Finish by wrapping one strand around the entire braid, securing it in place. You could use a hair tie as well and wrap the hair around the hair tie, hiding it.

If you want to give your side braid more volume and go for a bohemian styling.

1. Once you have gather your large section from step one above, tease this hair to add volume. 2. Follow the directions above with the teased hair. This side braid will have more body and will look messier.