Hair yarn wrap braids

Remember hair wraps? I don't mean using a scarf to craft an updo. I mean boho-summer-chic hair wraps from those summer vacations you went on as a teenager. The ones where you wrap thread around a lock of hair in varying patterns and colors to create a look that's unique to you. It's time for them to make a comeback!

Preparation: Cut two, long pieces of Red Heart yarn. Place the two strands together. Photo 1: Part off a small portion of hair. Divide the hair into two sections. Photo 2: Place the yarn between the two strands of parted hair. Place yarn at an angle, forming an X between the parted strands of hair. Photos 3, 4, 5: Place yarn over one strand of hair and under the other strands of hair. Photo 6: Begin to twist the yarn to the hair. Twist one strand clockwise while twisting the other…

This is a method to use to make yarn dread falls. It might not be elegant but it works well and doesn't take very much yarn. Pick out a base and accent colour (optional) for your falls.

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