Ms_Twana
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I could use the practice braiding too.
For those of you that braid your own hair, do you braid it wet, or do you let it dry first?
2010 Hide Your Hair Challenge! (July 31st - Dec 31st)
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I could use the practice braiding too.
For those of you that braid your own hair, do you braid it wet, or do you let it dry first?
davisbr88
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I honestly thought I couldn't braid (if you're talking about cornrows) and thought all hope was lost until I tried it on damp hair, and all of a sudden, it came to me like I have known how to do it my whole life! For the life of me, I CANNOT braid dry hair! I don't know why. Anyway, so I do mine damp and let it dry.
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Ms_Twana
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See, I CAN cornrow, but it won't be cute.
It'll definitely be for under a wig ONLY!! I always do it on dry hair though. It just seemed like it would be a nightmare trying to do it on wet hair, but I guess I'll try that. I'll let it dry maybe 70% - 80% and see it that makes it easier for me.
davisbr88
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See, I CAN cornrow, but it won't be cute.
Lol. Girl mine wouldn't be cute either. Like I said, I went my whole life thinking I couldn't braid so I haven't had ANY practice. And I've only done it twice since I figure out how to do it so trust... not cute at all to wear out, but enough to go under a wig/weave.
Ms_Twana
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Your siggy is cute. This is a serious matter. This is a serious affair.
That's too funny. Hair IS a serious matter for me though. 
How'd you get it as a picture like that? I have more stuff that I want my siggy to say, but I don't have the room for it. Making it a picture is a good idea.
davisbr88
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Your siggy is cute. This is a serious matter. This is a serious affair.
How'd you get it as a picture like that? I have more stuff that I want my siggy to say, but I don't have the room for it. Making it a picture is a good idea.
It's kind of a complicated process, actually, and if I didn't like it so much, I would stop doing it.
Basically I created a textbox in Word, typed all I wanted, then I saved the document as a PDF. I open the PDF with an app called GIMP (I have a Mac) that lets you edit pics, crop the box from the Word document, and then save it as a jpg. It's a lot...
It isn't that bad to do every now and then, but if you have to update it regularly, it can get annoying.
Ms_Twana
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It's kind of a complicated process, actually, and if I didn't like it so much, I would stop doing it.
Basically I created a textbox in Word, typed all I wanted, then I saved the document as a PDF. I open the PDF with an app called GIMP (I have a Mac) that lets you edit pics, crop the box from the Word document, and then save it as a jpg. It's a lot...
It isn't that bad to do every now and then, but if you have to update it regularly, it can get annoying.
Ummmmm......
..... Thanks!!
davisbr88
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Ummmmm......
Hahaha. Yeah, I don't recommend it. But I'm addicted to it now....
I'm sure there is an easier way by now - I just really don't feel like going through anymore downloads or trying to figure it out. Honestly, the process isn't broke enough to actively try to fix it yet. Maybe one day...
NikkiQ
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Cooooool my computer has been acting up, I fell asleep it was so slow
I am about to get with Ms. Gina
Any word about Ms. Gina??
godzchildtoo
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Ok, I'm in. But I'm scared to death. I had APL hair forever. Then in March, I decided to transition. My last relaxer was in February and this month I had to have my hair cut to SL because of severe breakage in the crown that left me with about 3 strands down my back. So I can't make a good bun and my hair is super bushy (although I have a beautiful grade of hair in the back). So I'm going to buy me some hair claws and do this challenge wearing ponytails or pinned up rollersets. I'll also be moisturizing, sealing and baggying every day. It's too short in the back to do a bun, so I'm being really creative with my ponytails. During this challenge I'll have to move the part around so I don't look too monotonous. I'll post pictures of my new hairstyles so you all can really laugh. Lord help me, because I do not know how to comb hair!
So, since I'll be washing often and wearing a wet ponytail most of the time, what leave-ins and moisturizers do you all recommend? Thanks everyone
So, since I'll be washing often and wearing a wet ponytail most of the time, what leave-ins and moisturizers do you all recommend? Thanks everyone
Ms_Twana
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Hahaha. Yeah, I don't recommend it. But I'm addicted to it now....
I'm sure there is an easier way by now - I just really don't feel like going through anymore downloads or trying to figure it out. Honestly, the process isn't broke enough to actively try to fix it yet. Maybe one day...
Yay. I did it. It's kinda big though. I gotta figure out how to get it smaller.
ETA: There we go. That's better. Both together are still kinda big though.
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davisbr88
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Yay. I did it. It's kinda big though. I gotta figure out how to get it smaller.
ETA: There we go. That's better. Both together are still kinda big though.
That's so cute! I didn't even think to make a "designer" one. Lol.
JJamiah
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I haven't ordered her yet. I just bought 5 different pieces and the MR. would
my card if I order another. LOLSHe is in my basket though, LOL!
Ms_Twana
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Yay. I did it. It's kinda big though. I gotta figure out how to get it smaller.
ETA: There we go. That's better. Both together are still kinda big though.
Okay, changed it again. There was too much going on at first.
NikkiQ
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I haven't ordered her yet. I just bought 5 different pieces and the MR. would
SHe is in my basket though, LOL!
Lol! I'm gonna make sure to watch her myself b/c as the time gets closer for my install to come out, you bet you bottom I'm gonna order another one!
JJamiah
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Awwww snap! Got my install done and I'm LOVING IT!!! Big curly/wavy hair feels so natural. I'll be sure to take pics(with my phone) and post them in here later
We want pics we want pics, we want pics
Congratulations I can't wait to see it
IDareT'sHair
PJ Rehabilitation Center
I'm there!
Been full wigging it since January anyway!
Been full wigging it since January anyway!
NikkiQ
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We want pics we want pics, we want pics
Congratulations I can't wait to see it
I'll be sure to post quite a few pics for everyone to see. its definitely big hair and I'm not used to it, but I find myself playing with it a lot lol.
grow
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that picture is shocking! is it Angela Bassett??? what happened with that hairline? ouch, that hurts!
anyhoo, the challenge hasn't even officially started and i already "miss" seeing my hair!
wet baggy bunning really worked for me since i began my hhj on lhcf, so i'm still doing it, but geeze i'm bored!
the fact that i haven't flat ironed since nov.'09 deosn't help, although i'm sure it helped me gain and retain length. (i had to hide my flat iron in the attic to resist temptation
!)i really hope we cheer each other on because i feel like it's gonna be difficult to make it another 6 motnhs without "seeing" my hair....
erplexed
nappystorm
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I'm in. I am a little past CBL and I'm trying to hit APL by Dec.
SouthernStunner
My 13yr old Men
I am in a weave for the next 4-5 weeks so I wont be able to post a starting pic until I geet out of this weave.
grow
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thanks Janet! you mean THAT'S Naomi???!!!
what in the world happened?!
that is scary.....whatever it was, hope it never happens to any of us.
Janet'
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thanks Janet! you mean THAT'S Naomi???!!!
what in the world happened?!
that is scary.....whatever it was, hope it never happens to any of us.
Lol...Agreed!
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