My Mini Braids- Update Week 4
JayIt's that time again. The weeks have seriously flown by. Thanks for the continuing support along the way. I had these braids in for 4 weeks! I'll go at least…
Mini Braids- Working Out Styles!
Mini braids are by far the very best thing for working out with afro textured hair. Every once in a while I like to work out like this: But a…
Styles for Short Hair- Milkmaid Braids
I've been asked what styles can be done on short mini braids. I'll publish a few suggestions that can work well if your hair is short, long and in between.…
My Niece’s Mini Braids- June 2012 (4B hair)
My niece will be spending the rest of her summer with her father who is stationed a few states away. I thought it was time for a fresh new hairstyle…
What’s In a Name?- “Mini Braids”
Why are these called mini braids?I've gotten this question a couple times and I thought it's important to explain my reasoning...There are a few answers to that question. I choose…
How To: My Braids Are Frizzy, Now What?
Frizzy braids can be salvaged somewhat with a few methods for stretching the hair. After you've done everything you can to prevent frizz (see my article for more information), There…
Tutorial: Bangs 8 Ways (Part 1)
I'm a commitment-phobe; but somehow I always end up with bangs. One day I love them, the next day I hate them. For the past 5 years, I've cut my…
Tutorial: Bangs 8 Ways (Part 2)
Here are styles 5-8! Click for Part 1 of the article Styles 1-4 5. Summer, Summer, Summertime! Sunglasses It's the perfect time to get some use out of your collection…
My Mini Braids- Update Week 2
I was so busy with the book yesterday that I didn't get a chance to post this. This update is for June 14. The next one will be on June…
How To: Parting on a Grid
I previously posted my thoughts on parts and whether or not the shape matters. You can read the full process I use to put in my mini braids in the…
Top 5 Mistakes Made When Braiding
1. Not braiding tight enough I've harped on this point many times already. This is by far the biggest mistake made when putting in mini braids. See my article on…
Preventing Frizzy Braids
The first line of defense against frizzy and fuzzy braids is prevention. :) Frizz on braids is caused mostly by short hairs coming out of the braids and sticking straight…