There are many varieties of hairstyles, but the spikelet is one of the most popular types of weaving, giving the look a finished look and neatness. How to make a spikelet, a hairstyle that is simple and at the same time so versatile? This type of weaving braid is suitable for hair of any length and density, and the spikelet, if properly designed, is quite suitable for festive outings.
What is called a spikelet?
This type of weaving goes to all the fair sex, regardless of age, an adult woman looks youthful with a spikelet, as well as a little girl, to whom this hairstyle makes mischief.
But before revealing all the secrets of weaving these hairdressing masterpieces, you should figure out what exactly is called a spikelet.
This weaving is found in two versions, which differ from each other in the number of interwoven strands.
So, the classic three-strand braid with frequent tucks all over the head is the firstoption, it is also called "dragon".
The second option consists of an even number of strands - two or four and is called the "fish tail".
General braiding rules
How to make a spikelet so that it looks like the work of a professional? To do this, you need to know and follow a few rules for weaving it.
Firstly, it is necessary to start weaving a spikelet on carefully combed hair. If you or the person you are going to braid has loose and soft hair immediately after shampooing, then it is better to do this procedure on the second day after shampooing.
How to braid a spikelet pigtail so that it looks uniform? It will not be difficult to achieve this effect if you try to separate strands of approximately the same width and, before putting the strand into a common weave, comb it with a comb with rare teeth.
To avoid frizzy hair and roosters, wax or hair gel should be used. But here you need to know the measure, a large number of these helpers on the hair can play a bad joke, and the hairstyle will look untidy.
You should not rush when weaving a spikelet, if there are bumps and a strand that has broken out, you need to return to it and carefully remove it.
Spikelet on children's hair
Girls with pigtails always look very gentle and touching, but it can be very difficult to make such a hairdressing miracle. Here the same question usually arises: “How to braid a spikelet to a child who constantly fidgets and is deprived of patience because of hisage?”
The most correct solution to such a problem would be to distract the child to his favorite pastime, usually watching a cartoon. So, sit your girl in front of the screen. The best arrangement is when the child is sitting on the floor, and the mother is on a chair or sofa behind the baby.
It will not be difficult to braid a spikelet for a child, as in the picture, if you first practice on yourself or better on a doll or girlfriend.
Before you start weaving, you need to prepare everything you need: a comb, gel or wax for hair, elastic, invisible, etc.
Weaving starts by separating the strands, with one hand you need to separate the strand, and with the other, insert two fingers so that you get three strands.
Begin to weave a pigtail, slowly picking up the same small strands over the main ones.
Basic weaving rules and pickup options can be found by reading this article to the end.
Children are best suited for basket weaving, which is renowned for its strength and ease of execution.
Types of pickups
The appearance of the hairstyle depends on the number, thickness and options of pickups, let's look at a few of these examples.
We lay the strand and under it the pickup - with this technique, the braid will look through and the pickups will be nearby.
We lay the pickup without the main strands, which will eventually close the braid and only the places of binding will be visible.
Spikelet with hooks all over the head
Making a spikelet like a pro is not difficult, it just takes a little practice and that's itwill work out in the best way. It is worth starting weaving like a regular braid, for this you need to separate three narrow strands just above the beginning of hair growth in the frontal zone and shift the right one to the central one, then the left one to the central one. This is how a span is formed, you need to make two or three of them, and then add pickups.
On the fourth weave, you need to shift the right strand to the central one, while grabbing the side of the hair from the temporal zone and put it on top.
The same should be done with the left strand of hair.
Thus, alternating strands, continue to weave to the back of the head.
Next - from the back of the head you need to move on to weaving a regular three-strand braid.
The end of the braid must be fixed with an elastic band.
How to learn to braid a spikelet for yourself?
This weaving the first time, of course, will not turn out perfectly. Experience is needed here, but starting and continuing to practice weaving a spikelet, you will notice that each time this hairstyle comes out better than the previous time.
A common problem for those who do weaving on their own is that the entire length of the spikelet is not even, there is a slight bend in it. Braiding long hair like a pro is especially difficult because the hair is constantly tangled and the process requires patience and effort.
To facilitate the weaving of the spikelet, it is recommended to install mirrors for yourself to visually view what is behind.
The weaving technique of this hairstyle remains the same.
We braid the spikelet aroundheads
This type of weaving is also called a "basket", this is an ideal option for a child. And there is an explanation for this, firstly, this hairstyle is perfect for short hair, and secondly, the hair will stay in this hairstyle for a long time.
The “basket” is woven as follows:
- It is necessary to divide carefully combed hair into four sectors. Dividing lines should run from ear to ear and forehead to neck.
- It is necessary to start weaving from the lower left sector with a two-sided pickup, while trying to separate the same strands and moving up to the ear.
- When reaching the left ear, you need to remove the clip that held the strand, and continue weaving in a clockwise direction.
- Thus, you need to braid the braid to the back of the head and then switch to weaving a regular braid.
- Lay the braid in a spiral, you need to start folding from the side of the rest of the hair in the form of a ponytail.
Two spikelet weaving option
This option also looks very interesting and you don’t need to make much effort to weave such a hairstyle.
Carefully combed hair should be divided into two equal parts using a straight parting from the forehead to the back of the head. This is best done with a thin-ended comb.
We pinch the left side of the hair, and on the right side we begin to carefully weave the spikelet in the way that was given above.
Do the same with the left part of the separated hair.
When weaving the second spikelet, it is important to observesymmetry of pickups with the first.
Two spikelet braiding is suitable for owners of hair of medium or less than medium length, since in this way the hair will be more tightly fixed in the braid and the risk of spoiling the hairstyle will be minimal.
Spikelet on short and long hair
Medium hair length is best suited for weaving, owners of short and long curls have a little more difficulty, because the former constantly stick out strands from the general system, and the latter constantly tangle their hair during the weaving process.
For short hair, a basket-type spikelet or two spikelets is suitable, you can also weave in the form of a hoop.
Braid the spikelet for short hair, like an expert, any girl can, the main thing is to choose the right version of the spikelet and not spare any varnish, wax or hair oil.
For long curls, the main rule will be carefully combed hair and the patience of their owner. A basket is also a good option for a spikelet for long hair, a fishtail or zigzag spikelet is also suitable.
You have already learned how to make a spikelet. It remains only to choose the appropriate option and be patient. In any case, the main thing is to start experimenting and trying to introduce something new into the look, and the spikelet with its variety of performance is the best for such a thing.way.
