Cut Out + Keep

Milkmaid Braids

The New Braiding Handbook

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/milkmaid-braids • Posted by Ulysses Press

This is a great way to style your hair when it’s getting a bit dirty and you can’t save any of the curls or texture.

You will need

Project Budget
Almost Nothing

Time

0 h 10

Difficulty

Nice & Simple
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Description

This is a great way to style your hair when it’s getting a bit dirty and you can’t save any of the curls or texture.

Instructions

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    Divide the hair into two sections and braid each with just your basic braided piggies.

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    After securing with a clear elastic band, spread the braids.

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    Pull one of the braids up and over the top of your head, securing it with bobby pins. Repeat on the other side.

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    If there is a bubble near your ear from where the braid began, just tuck it in place with a bobby pin. Repeat on the other side.