Cornrows

Cornrows are completed by using a series of finger motions to braid hair along the scalp.

Braiding extension hair into the cornrows will help cornrows last longer and stay neater. Cornrows typically last from two weeks to one month.

Smaller cornrows can be left in longer than large ones. Often do-rags or bandanas are used to maintain fly-aways and frizz.

Silk pillowcases are also recommended to try to reduce friction on the braids while you sleep.

Cornrows are not always stand-alone styles. Many extension methods use cornrows as their base. Braided weaves and latch hook (aka crochet) styles are two of the most common.

Finger Patterning for Cornrowing
Category: Cornrows
Posted: 09-14-2010 14:35:00
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The basis for all good looking cornrows, comes from mastering finger patterns. This tutorial shows you what fingers go where and when. Once you have mastered this pattern, proceed to Basic Scalp Braids tutorial.

Step ONE.

Cornrowing Basic Scalp Braids
Category: Cornrows
Posted: 09-12-2010 14:35:00
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Once you have mastered the basic finger patterning for cornrows, you are ready to move on to creating your very first cornrow. This tutorial guides you through basic scalp braiding.

Step TWO.

Adding Braiding Hair to Cornrows
Category: Cornrows
Posted: 09-11-2010 14:35:00
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Braiding hair stabilizes cornrows. Adding a bit of fiber helps gives strength and keeps the frizzies away. For most people, adding braiding fiber triples the time cornrows will last.

Step THREE.

Crochet aka Latch Hook Method
Category: Cornrows
Posted: 09-10-2010 14:36:00
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Crochet method which is also known as Latch Hook begins with a cornrowed base. Once the cornrow pattern is in place, extension hair is then crocheted onto the cornrow using a special latch hooking tool.

Step FOUR.