Are you looking for an amazingly versatile hairstyle? Do you want something that is undetectable? If so, an interlock weave is perfect for you! Also known as tree braids, an interlock weave is a great strand-by-strand hair weaving method that uses cornrows as the foundation of the style.
The reason why interlock weaves are so popular is that they offer all the benefits of braiding with the look of hair that flows freely. Sound hard? Interlock weaves can be challenging at first. But, with the proper practice, you can create an interlock weave that is beautiful and virtually undetectable.
Start by making sure the hair is washed and conditioned with a good-quality shampoo. You'll want to make your first part about 1'' to 1 '' thick. The part should be around the perimeter of the head in a circular direction. This hair will be left out to cover and blend with the weave. Since you won't be working with this hair, start in the middle and cornrow both sides back to get the hair out of the way.
Section off a very small piece of hair, parallel to the cornrowed section at the bottom. Take a small piece of this hair and make a section to braid. Start braiding with the client's hair and take a small piece of extension hair and add it to the outside two strands.
Then, you'll want to follow these steps:
1. When you add the extension hair to the outside two strands, cornrow once.
2. Take a small piece of extension hair that you just added and pull it out to the side of the braid. You are no longer braiding with this piece.
3. Cornrow only once and then add your extension hair to the two outer strands of the braid.
4. Cornrow once and pull the extension hair out to the side braid.
5. Cornrow again and add your extension hair to the two outer strands.
While you continue to part around the perimeter of the head, follow those instructions for the remainder of the head. You should be cornrowing in a circular motion. Once you get to the top of the cornrows, you will notice that your interlock weave is nothing more than one long cornrow with hair sticking out the sides. When cornrowing the top of the head, you may want to add extra extension hair to your cornrows for a fuller look.
When you're on the last braid at the top, braid it out to the very end and stick this braid into your existing cornrows, making the top as flat as possible. Sew the cornrows in place to secure.
Don't forget to remove the first set of cornrows you made with the hair around the perimeter. When you remove the cornrows, use your fingers to work the client's hair in with the weave and blend until you are satisfied with the results. - 15359
The reason why interlock weaves are so popular is that they offer all the benefits of braiding with the look of hair that flows freely. Sound hard? Interlock weaves can be challenging at first. But, with the proper practice, you can create an interlock weave that is beautiful and virtually undetectable.
Start by making sure the hair is washed and conditioned with a good-quality shampoo. You'll want to make your first part about 1'' to 1 '' thick. The part should be around the perimeter of the head in a circular direction. This hair will be left out to cover and blend with the weave. Since you won't be working with this hair, start in the middle and cornrow both sides back to get the hair out of the way.
Section off a very small piece of hair, parallel to the cornrowed section at the bottom. Take a small piece of this hair and make a section to braid. Start braiding with the client's hair and take a small piece of extension hair and add it to the outside two strands.
Then, you'll want to follow these steps:
1. When you add the extension hair to the outside two strands, cornrow once.
2. Take a small piece of extension hair that you just added and pull it out to the side of the braid. You are no longer braiding with this piece.
3. Cornrow only once and then add your extension hair to the two outer strands of the braid.
4. Cornrow once and pull the extension hair out to the side braid.
5. Cornrow again and add your extension hair to the two outer strands.
While you continue to part around the perimeter of the head, follow those instructions for the remainder of the head. You should be cornrowing in a circular motion. Once you get to the top of the cornrows, you will notice that your interlock weave is nothing more than one long cornrow with hair sticking out the sides. When cornrowing the top of the head, you may want to add extra extension hair to your cornrows for a fuller look.
When you're on the last braid at the top, braid it out to the very end and stick this braid into your existing cornrows, making the top as flat as possible. Sew the cornrows in place to secure.
Don't forget to remove the first set of cornrows you made with the hair around the perimeter. When you remove the cornrows, use your fingers to work the client's hair in with the weave and blend until you are satisfied with the results. - 15359
About the Author:
Owner & founder of Braids By Breslin, Marquetta Breslin has been braiding and weaving hair for more than 14 years. For a step-by-step instructional DVD on interlock weaves, please visit www.braidsbybreslin.com
