Sew-In Challenge 2013!

[gabulldawg]

I haven't seen a sew-in challenge around here, so I figured I'd start one! There are a lot of ladies on this board who are using weaves as a protective style to grow/maintain healthy hair. I'd love to use this thread to share tips and tricks, talk about hair we use, share stylists, etc.

So I'll start! I got a sew-in yesterday with Sassy Michell Eurasian Exotic Wave hair - one 16”, one 18”. So far I love it. It blends very well with relaxed hair. The hair also holds curls very well. I will share a few pictures of the hair and will plan to update this thread as the days go on.

 

[RoundEyedGirl504]

Looks good! Very natural. I will be back on Wednesday once I get mine done.

 

[Thann]

I want in as well!

Sewins are my primary protective style this year. My next install is tomorrow. I've had my current install since January 25th/ 7 weeks.

I normally wear my install 6-12 weeks and break for 4+ weeks. This is my first time in 6 years of getting sewins that I've done a back to back install. I'm looking to limit the heat and manipulation I use between installs. I hope to keep this one at least 8 weeks. In between installs I plan to straighten and bun.

I will update with pics once I get my hair done.

 

[Thann]

So I got my sewin!!!


What brand and type of hair used: Hallys Curl Salon Relaxed. 16/20

How many bundles/what lengths: 2 packs (6 ounces)

If a closure was used: No closure used. I have a very small horseshoe area of leave out for my side part and an small portion of my edges in the front. All of my sides behind my ears and nape are braided into the base. I've been retaining length much better since I stopped leaving my nape out. At a few weeks it would just turn into a mess I would braid and pin up.

If have a leave out, what technique used for blending: I straighten using a flat iron. I pin curl and wear a head scarf at night. No real blending needed.

What products used for maintenance: I will be using my regular Joico Kpak and Moisture recovery products to wash. I have a scalp treatment that my stylist makes, I apply with an dropper everyday. All of my other products are too varied to go into detail about. I keep things very simple.

Whether a self install or done in a shop: My longtime stylist did my install.

 

[Oasis]

im in. my hair is in poetic justice braids right now but when i go home in 2 weeks im getting a sew-in. 18 inch aamh kinky curly. im excited!

ill probably be wearing sew-ins for the rest of the year or until im comfortable with the length of my hair again.

 

[gabulldawg]

Looks great Thann! Thank you for posting your pics! Can you please update us on the HC SR hair over the course of your install?

 

[gabulldawg]

I also wanted to post what I wrote in the Reneice thread. I'm experiencing some frizzing with my hair and would like advice on how to deal with it. I've done some research and am thinking that I did not properly condition the hair before install. I think/hope that once I wash it again and give it a good DC I should be good. any other tips for combatting frizz with a sew in?

 

[SmileyNY]

I'd like to join After not having a weave for years, I got my first one 5 weeks ago. I just got another one this weekend. I think this is my PS of choice for 2013

 

[gabulldawg]

Wanted to add a couple more hair pics as well.

 

[LivingDoll]

@gabulldawg...You know I'm in! I won't get my install until the end of April though...I'll still participate as much as possible in the meantime. I'm looking forward to seeing pics of these beautiful installs!

I was also wondering if the ladies would mind posting the following with their install pics:

What brand and type of hair used:
How many bundles/what lengths:
If a closure was used:
If have a leave out, what technique used for blending:
What products used for maintenance:
Whether a self install or done in a shop:

PLEASE NOTE:

ETA: The link to the Weave it Up Challenge:
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=670389&highlight=weave

 

[LivingDoll]

Wanted to add a couple more hair pics as well.

That hair is sooo gaw-jus!

 

[BGT]

Thann I'm getting a sew in within the next few months and just ordered samples of HC SR and VM. Let me know how you like the SR.

 

[LivingDoll]

@Thann, that HC SR looks nice. What do you think about it so far?

 

[SmileyNY]

@gabulldawg...You know I'm in! I won't get my install until the end of April though...I'll still participate as much as possible in the meantime. I'm looking forward to seeing pics of these beautiful installs!

I was also wondering if the ladies would mind posting the following with their install pics:

What brand and type of hair used:
How many bundles/what lengths:
If a closure was used:
If have a leave out, what technique used for blending:
What products used for maintenance:
Whether a self install or done in a shop:

PLEASE NOTE:

I'll be back with pics. I should note, though... I'm not a pro weaver. I'm not looking for the best quality and most expensive hair bundles.. and I don't really keep up on the latest weaving techniques. I'm just looking to get weaved up every 5 weeks, taking a 2 week break here and there. My hair weaver does a great job for a cheap price.

 

[LivingDoll]

I'll be back with pics. I should note, though... I'm not a pro weaver. I'm not looking for the best quality and most expensive hair bundles.. and I don't really keep up on the latest weaving techniques. I'm just looking to get weaved up every 5 weeks, taking a 2 week break here and there. My hair weaver does a great job for a cheap price.

SmileyNY...me neither.

 

[LivingDoll]

Omg. I'm so confused about what hair to get. If I wanted relaxed texture everything would be so much easier. I'm kinda obsessed.

 

[FemmeCreole]

I just bought 2 packs of remist remy hair 12" & 14". I also got and invisible part/ closure. Got $40 off the price! Wound up paying $110 for the 2 packs instead of $150. Now I just need to find a salon to get it done.

 

[yuhlovevybz]

My current sew in isn't gonna last me past two weeks. Oh well you get what you pay for and I only paid 75.

I only do partials because I live in high ponies. I'm thinking of getting a curly install next so it'll last longer and I can wet it. This time ill either do it myself or find a stylist who will braid smaller. Mine feel lumpy.

 

[gabulldawg]

Just wanted to share that I just washed my hair. Couldn't deal with the frizz anymore. It waved right back up to its natural state and looks gorgeous! I was going to straighten, but I think I'll rock it like this for a while. Will try to get a good pic in the daylight tomorrow.

 

[LivingDoll]

Just wanted to share that I just washed my hair. Couldn't deal with the frizz anymore. It waved right back up to its natural state and looks gorgeous! I was going to straighten, but I think I'll rock it like this for a while. Will try to get a good pic in the daylight tomorrow.

gabulldawg..Can't wait to see it. I'm seriously considering SM Brazilian Curly hair but I don't know what kind of closure I would get.

 

[LivingDoll]

My current sew in isn't gonna last me past two weeks. Oh well you get what you pay for and I only paid 75.

I only do partials because I live in high ponies. I'm thinking of getting a curly install next so it'll last longer and I can wet it. This time ill either do it myself or find a stylist who will braid smaller. Mine feel lumpy.

yuhlovevybz...what kind of curly hair are you considering?

 

[LivingDoll]

I just bought 2 packs of remist remy hair 12" & 14". I also got and invisible part/ closure. Got $40 off the price! Wound up paying $110 for the 2 packs instead of $150. Now I just need to find a salon to get it done.

FemmeCreole...that was a great deal! Have you used that kind of hair before?

 

[LivingDoll]

I'm thinking that I should just stick with straight hair for my first install at Reniece's. That will give me more time to decide on which curly/wavy hair is best. By the time I'm ready for a reinstall it will be warm & curly hair is nice in warmer weather. I'm thinking if I get straight hair, I'll get Onyc mongolian or kinkycurlyyaki.

 

[FemmeCreole]

FemmeCreole...that was a great deal! Have you used that kind of hair before?

I've never used this before but I saw good reviews for it on YouTube. It seems that it lasts long with very little shedding and little tangling.

 

[LadyBugsy]

There is a Weave It Up challenge

 

[Thann]

Thann I'm getting a sew in within the next few months and just ordered samples of HC SR and VM. Let me know how you like the SR.

HC SR has been the best hair I've worn for me. I've been wearing it with a few exceptions since 08. It holds up great and I reuse the hair for a year normally unless I'm looking for a length change. The texture matches my flat ironed natural hair just as well as it did my relaxed hair.

The only real problems I've had was twice when I brought hair during a sale - the ends were horrible! A trim took care of them easily and the hair held up great, but it was still a bit upsetting. Also, I has my stylist dye 2packs black for for me and the hair became soooo dry and break/ shes horribly. I can't really blame the hair though because I didn't deep condition and keep it moisturized.

@Thann, that HC SR looks nice. What do you think about it so far?

Im loving this install so far. The hair seems lighter/ less dense than in the past but the texture is still spot on. It may just be that I used less hair and the length differences though, I guess time will tell. It also seems to be holding a curl better. I'm very happy so far!

There is a Weave It Up challenge

I didnt initially see the other challenge either, but I prefer the fact that this one doesn't have rules. None of the other challenges guidelines applied to what works for me.

 

[gabulldawg]

Thanks for sharing that info LadyBugsy. But like Thann said there are no rules in this thread. I didn't want to make any specific stipulations. So I guess it's possible for people to participate in both if they would like. Please feel free to post the link in here!

 

[Channy31]

So tempted to weave my hair for summer!

Any advice anyone?
pros and cons?

 

[BGT]

HC SR has been the best hair I've worn for me. I've been wearing it with a few exceptions since 08. It holds up great and I reuse the hair for a year normally unless I'm looking for a length change. The texture matches my flat ironed natural hair just as well as it did my relaxed hair.

The only real problems I've had was twice when I brought hair during a sale - the ends were horrible! A trim took care of them easily and the hair held up great, but it was still a bit upsetting. Also, I has my stylist dye 2packs black for for me and the hair became soooo dry and break/ shes horribly. I can't really blame the hair though because I didn't deep condition and keep it moisturized.

Im loving this install so far. The hair seems lighter/ less dense than in the past but the texture is still spot on. It may just be that I used less hair and the length differences though, I guess time will tell. It also seems to be holding a curl better. I'm very happy so far!

Would just 4 oz of 12 or 14 inches be enough? I plan on leaving the perimeter out and not having the stylist double the wefts.

 

[LivingDoll]

I'm finding that the shorter lengths (12"/14") tend to always be sold out in most of the hair brands that I'm interested in, or they'll have 12" and 16" and be sold out of 14".