Hello, dear readers! This is Sarah from Sweetestnest, and I could not be more excited to add a style post to Elsie's parade of Tricks + Treats!
I think that braids are one of the most versatile and easy hairstyles to wear during Autumn. They are textured and seemingly unintentional, or smoothed and polished.
Today, I'm sharing the cascade/waterfall braid with you. I think it's really easy to do on yourself, and others, and you can switch it up a bit to match your day's style.
We decided to use it for a halo shape!
Step One: Begin with a standard 3 strand braid.
Step Two: After 3 or 4 weaves, drop a strand. Gather a new strand that pulls the braid toward your wanted direction. Repeat as many times as necessary until you get your desired shape.
It really is that easy!
* If you pull at strands as you go, you can get an even more defined braid shape (like Elsie's)! Love, Sarah
Thanks, Sarah! This is so much fun. You can style my hair any day.... You're the best! Love, Els
ps... here are a few sneak peeks from our shop today! the sign is up (YAY!) and so is the vinyl... now we're just doing finishing touches (i'll blog much more about this next week! this is just a tiny peek)...
oh and ps I got the nun fabric pouch from mypapercrane :) it is so awesome!
Posted by: becky Farley | October 27, 2010 at 09:20 PM
just seeing the sign up. makes me super super super excited for you guys! oh man. i need a road trip to see it in person!!!!
Posted by: kindsey | October 27, 2010 at 09:23 PM
Oh gosh it looks so wonderful! I'm so happy for you:)
Posted by: Melisa Holguin | October 27, 2010 at 09:46 PM
Those braids look lovely! I've never been able to do them on myself - so I might give this a try :)
The store looks incredible! Can't wait to see before and after pics
x
Posted by: Cheray | October 27, 2010 at 10:44 PM
I am so in love with the afghan blanket draped over the bike seat. I reminds me of a navy blue and white one I had growing up. I love the colors in yours.
Posted by: Kali | October 27, 2010 at 10:46 PM
that is so rad. Congratulations!!
Posted by: emily | October 27, 2010 at 11:57 PM
HOW COMPLETELY EXCITING!!! It seemed like only yesterday that you were talking about this! SUPER CONGRATS to you girly!
Posted by: Candice Reszko | October 28, 2010 at 12:52 AM
the braid is divine! and your shop....eek, so exciting!
Posted by: happy owl erin | October 28, 2010 at 01:34 AM
Congratulations! Your shop looks awesome!
Posted by: roboti | October 28, 2010 at 01:50 AM
great braids, thanks, and your shop looks fantastic! x
Posted by: Watkins35 | October 28, 2010 at 05:22 AM
shop window looks great! and i love the hair.
Posted by: britt | October 28, 2010 at 06:26 AM
The shop looks so beautiful!
Good luck with the opening, its going to be great :) x
Posted by: Sydney | October 28, 2010 at 07:48 AM
Hello! I recommended your blog in my own blog and posted one of your photos, of course with a link. I hope that's ok, otherwise leave me a comment :)
Here's my post: http://hannasvirrvarr.blogspot.com/2010/10/blogg-och-pysseltips.html
(It's in swedisch but i promise it's just nice words ;))
Posted by: Hanna | October 28, 2010 at 08:13 AM
The shop front looks stunning! Well done all of you, you've worked so hard - you must be exhausted/ectastic in equal measure!
Posted by: Emma | October 28, 2010 at 08:14 AM
aw love the braids - and so excited for your shop. wish i was closer or id be there for the grand opening. it looks amazing though!
Posted by: ilene | October 28, 2010 at 08:22 AM
How exciting! Love the shop sign and the crochet blankets in the window. That's a great display.
Posted by: Roxy | October 28, 2010 at 08:52 AM
love this one - thank you! And the shop looks amazing!!!
Posted by: Regina | October 28, 2010 at 09:02 AM
Wow! Lovely! I'm going to try that!
Posted by: AnnaDenise | October 28, 2010 at 09:09 AM
aww im so excited to see a post from sarah. i adore her and her blog. =) its even better that its about braids!!! great post! cant wait to try this.
Posted by: kat | October 28, 2010 at 09:11 AM
That's really cool! It looks great on you both, love your flower as well Elsie!
Posted by: A Piece of Lisa | October 28, 2010 at 09:25 AM