Technical File Week 8: Plaitting Masterclass

You will need: 

• Brushes and pintail comb 
• Hair ties
• Hair clips 

Method: 

1. 11 Strand Plait: 

• Start with a 5 strand plait following the rhythm of over and under and tie at the ends when complete. 
• Next to the 5 strand plait, start to create a three strand plait, looping a strand of the normal plait through the 5 strand plait each time it crosses. 
• On the other side, create another 3 strand plait and link through the middle 5 strand plait. 
• Can repeat this plaiting process all around the head if desired. 

 

   2. Weave Plait: 

• Start with 5 strands and begin a 5 strand plait. 
• Weave each strand over, under, over between the other strands of hair. 
• Introduce a strand of hair from the head each time and you will end up with an additional strand each time. 

 

I found these two styles quite challenging to create, especially the weave plait- the basic shape was starting to form but I struggled to hold the pieces so it was very loose and messy, I will practice it more to achieve a neater look.