There are many different methods when it comes to hair weaving. One method that is growing in popularity is called the ''latch hook'' weave. A latch hook weave is similar to other weaving methods; the hair is cornrowed straight back from forehead to neck. Then, a latch hook needle pulls the extension hair through the cornrow until the desired look is achieved.
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.
Start by making your first part directly in the center of the head. Your next part will be on either side of the first part, and about a finger's width. This will result in small- to medium-sized cornrows. If you would like your cornrows larger, make your parts slightly larger than the width of your finger. Also, starting your parting in the center will allow you to make the same number of cornrows on each side.
When you're ready to start cornrowing, add synthetic hair if possible. This will protect the client's hair and make it easier to conceal the ends of your cornrow. When all the cornrows are complete, cornrow all the ends to one side and braid down. To secure the ends, you can burn them or use a rubber band. Take your ends and fold back over the cornrow and sew in place for a secure hold.
Follow these easy instructions to complete a latch hook weave, once all the hair is cornrowed:
1. For a fuller look, slide your latch hook under one stitch of the cornrow. If you want to thin out some areas, slide your latch hook under the entire cornrow, making sure the actual latch hook is up.
2. Take some of your extension hair and fold it in half, placing the hair under the hook. Pull your latch hook back through the cornrow. The latch hook should be down in order for you to slide the hair back through. Only slide the hair out just enough to work with about 1/4''.
3. Once the hair has been pulled through, you should have a loop on one side of the cornrow and the end on the other. Take the side without a loop and pull it through the loop to create a knot and secure the hair in place.
4. It's a good idea to make two more knots after your first knot has been completed.
Do this until you have added the desired amount of hair to each cornrow. It may be necessary to clip any fly-aways or extra strands that stick out and away from the weave.
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. - 15634
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.
Start by making your first part directly in the center of the head. Your next part will be on either side of the first part, and about a finger's width. This will result in small- to medium-sized cornrows. If you would like your cornrows larger, make your parts slightly larger than the width of your finger. Also, starting your parting in the center will allow you to make the same number of cornrows on each side.
When you're ready to start cornrowing, add synthetic hair if possible. This will protect the client's hair and make it easier to conceal the ends of your cornrow. When all the cornrows are complete, cornrow all the ends to one side and braid down. To secure the ends, you can burn them or use a rubber band. Take your ends and fold back over the cornrow and sew in place for a secure hold.
Follow these easy instructions to complete a latch hook weave, once all the hair is cornrowed:
1. For a fuller look, slide your latch hook under one stitch of the cornrow. If you want to thin out some areas, slide your latch hook under the entire cornrow, making sure the actual latch hook is up.
2. Take some of your extension hair and fold it in half, placing the hair under the hook. Pull your latch hook back through the cornrow. The latch hook should be down in order for you to slide the hair back through. Only slide the hair out just enough to work with about 1/4''.
3. Once the hair has been pulled through, you should have a loop on one side of the cornrow and the end on the other. Take the side without a loop and pull it through the loop to create a knot and secure the hair in place.
4. It's a good idea to make two more knots after your first knot has been completed.
Do this until you have added the desired amount of hair to each cornrow. It may be necessary to clip any fly-aways or extra strands that stick out and away from the weave.
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. - 15634
About the Author:
Owner & founder of Braids By Breslin, Marquetta Breslinhas been braiding and weaving hair for almost 15 years. For a step-by-step instructional DVD on creating latch hook weaves, please visit Marquetta's website.
