One method for weaving hair is called ''latch hook'' weaving. A latch hook weave is a weave that is created by adding extension hair to your natural hair with a latch hook tool. The extension hair is added to the cornrows and kept in place by a small knot.
All you need to complete a latch hook weave is your extension hair and a latch hook needle. There are many places where you can purchase extension hair, whether it is human or synthetic. You should always try to find the highest-quality hair available as well as a company with a reputation for good service. For the latch hook needle, try looking in your local craft or beauty supply store.
Make sure that all the hair is washed and dried with a blow dryer. Products such as conditioners, gels, and pomades can leave reside on the hair and make it difficult to complete the latch hook weave. Make sure the client has none of these products on their hair before starting to cornrow.
Your first part will be in the middle of the head, and each part should be about the width of your finger. Having parts this wide will create small- to medium-sized braids. Starting your part in the middle of the hair will ensure you have the same number of cornrows on each side of the head, which is vital for a latch hook weave. Also, you can adjust the size of your cornrows by making your parts larger or smaller.
Adding synthetic hair to your cornrow will not only protect the hair; it will make it easier to hide the ends of the cornrows. Cornrow all your parts until the head is completely cornrowed. Cornrow all your ends to one side and braid down to the ends. Secure the loose end by burning it or using a rubber band. Sew your end to the cornrow to keep the ends off the neck.
Follow these easy instructions to complete a latch hook weave, once all the hair is cornrowed:
1. Start off by sliding your latch hook under the entire cornrow. For a fuller and thicker look, you can slide the latch hook under just one stitch of the cornrow. Make sure your latch hook is up.
2. Fold your extension hair in half and add it to the hook. Then slide your hook through the cornrow, making sure the latch hook folds down. Don't pull the hair all the way through; just about 1/4'' will work fine.
3. You should now have your extension hair sticking out on one side and a loop of hair sticking out on the other. Take the piece you haven't pulled through yet and bring it through the loop to create a knot. This will hold the hair in place.
4. It's a good idea to make two more knots after your first knot has been completed.
Complete this process until you have added extension hair to all the cornrows in the desired thickness. Once the hair is complete, you may need to clip any stray hairs or extra pieces to make the style look more natural.
You can expect your stylist to take anywhere from 3 to 4 hours to complete a latch hook weave, and don't worry: when a latch hook weave is completed properly, the space between the cornrows is undetectable. - 15359
All you need to complete a latch hook weave is your extension hair and a latch hook needle. There are many places where you can purchase extension hair, whether it is human or synthetic. You should always try to find the highest-quality hair available as well as a company with a reputation for good service. For the latch hook needle, try looking in your local craft or beauty supply store.
Make sure that all the hair is washed and dried with a blow dryer. Products such as conditioners, gels, and pomades can leave reside on the hair and make it difficult to complete the latch hook weave. Make sure the client has none of these products on their hair before starting to cornrow.
Your first part will be in the middle of the head, and each part should be about the width of your finger. Having parts this wide will create small- to medium-sized braids. Starting your part in the middle of the hair will ensure you have the same number of cornrows on each side of the head, which is vital for a latch hook weave. Also, you can adjust the size of your cornrows by making your parts larger or smaller.
Adding synthetic hair to your cornrow will not only protect the hair; it will make it easier to hide the ends of the cornrows. Cornrow all your parts until the head is completely cornrowed. Cornrow all your ends to one side and braid down to the ends. Secure the loose end by burning it or using a rubber band. Sew your end to the cornrow to keep the ends off the neck.
Follow these easy instructions to complete a latch hook weave, once all the hair is cornrowed:
1. Start off by sliding your latch hook under the entire cornrow. For a fuller and thicker look, you can slide the latch hook under just one stitch of the cornrow. Make sure your latch hook is up.
2. Fold your extension hair in half and add it to the hook. Then slide your hook through the cornrow, making sure the latch hook folds down. Don't pull the hair all the way through; just about 1/4'' will work fine.
3. You should now have your extension hair sticking out on one side and a loop of hair sticking out on the other. Take the piece you haven't pulled through yet and bring it through the loop to create a knot. This will hold the hair in place.
4. It's a good idea to make two more knots after your first knot has been completed.
Complete this process until you have added extension hair to all the cornrows in the desired thickness. Once the hair is complete, you may need to clip any stray hairs or extra pieces to make the style look more natural.
You can expect your stylist to take anywhere from 3 to 4 hours to complete a latch hook weave, and don't worry: when a latch hook weave is completed properly, the space between the cornrows is undetectable. - 15359
About the Author:
Marquetta Breslin has been braiding and weaving hair for almost 15 years. For more information about latch hook weaves, please visit Marquetta's website.
