Spring Has Sprung

I just wanted to give an update on the hair situation for Merry.  So far I would still classify her as a baldie.  I have high hopes though.  Spring is finally here and with everything else green and growing I figure her hair can't be too far behind!  She is still in a crochet baby headband and they are comfy.  She looks ripe for the picking with the flower blooming atop her head.
Now go enjoy this beautiful spring day together!
-The Homestylemom

Sunday Morning Hair for Three

With three lil' ladies to get out the door now on Sunday mornings I guess I should be thankful that one of them is pretty sparse in the hair department.  Here is Merry (her bloggy name) already ready while I am working on Ruby and Firefly's hair.
Merry is sporting a crochet baby headband and bow from my shop.  I have a feeling these will become a staple around her while we wait on the hair fairy to visit Merry!
Now go enjoy this Lord's Day!
-The Homestylemom

Our New Model

-In case you've been wondering where I've been...

This is my new lil' lady.  I don't know what her bloggy name is going to be yet, but she sure is a happy little gal.  She also has a red tint to her hair...what little she has:( but you really can't tell in this photo.
I am looking forward to lots of new 'dos with her as her hair comes in.  I am hoping that will be soon.  I am so thankful for this precious new little lady.
-The Homestylemom

Fluff your Buns with...Socks, of course!

Skill Level - 1.5 Time Factor Cuteness Factor
Try this for: short, baby hair or thin hair. THIS WEEKS COUPON CODE: Now go enjoy your day! -The Homestylemom

What's in Your Toolbox: Tools of the Trade

I have received several emails asking me, "What do you mean grab your toolbox"?  That is what I call my hairdo kit.  I learned early on with lil' lady number one that I need to have all my stuff that I use to do her hair in one place and that it would be really convenient if that "one place" could be portable.  Hence, the creation of my hairdo toolbox.  I could grab that and take it to the girls as they were playing without any big commotion and it was convenient for taking along when it was vacation time too.  Just grab and go.  Pictured is my much loved, much used divided basket with a handle.  I think this is actually meant for picnics.  You can choose whatever you have on hand.  I keep in it all the things I need for a successful hairstyle (except my heat-styling products.)   Here is a quick rundown of what I keep in mine:
1-Spray bottle: I use a trigger spray bottle filled with water to mist dry hair, for parting and to smooth fly aways.
2-Elastics: in a lidded container to control runaways. Two sizes.  Small clear or any color imaginable about the size of a dime.  Available in any Wal-mart, Target, etc.  These are cheap!!! 500 for $1 at the Dollar Tree.  Also, for longer hair or large ponytails I use the larger version that fits around your wrist to secure big bunches of hair.
3-Clips/clamps: like your hairstylist uses.  These are usually plastic and shaped like an alligator.  Use to clip hair out of your way or as an extra hand.
4-Curling Gel - love, love, love this for defining Ruby's natural curls. Garnier's Curl Sculpting Cream Gel.
5-Hair Spray - your choice. I am a big hair aerosol girl from the South.
6-Heat Protectant - again your choice.
7-Topsy Tail - yes, remember this.  If you can't do pull through pony knots get yourself one of these.  The kit comes with two sizes.  Referred to by me as TT.
8-Bobby Pins - self explanatory.  They hold best when x'ed over one another.
9-Leave In Conditioner - I use Infusium 23, put it in a spray bottle, and call it "Princess Potion."  So necessary if you've got a curly girl.
10- Paddle brush, rat tail comb, wet comb.
Collect these as you need them and you'll soon see what you need and what you don't.
-The Homestylemom

Wrapped Ponytail with Piggies for Medium Hair

Here is Ruby again and her hair is a jewel to work with for sure!  It is at a great length right now and I love to just play in it.  You may not have much time for playing in the morning if you are on your way out.  This 'do is sure to please Mama and girl with plenty of compliments heading your way. Skill level - 3, Time factor - 2, Cuteness - 4.  This is the new 5 point ratings scale I plan to use when sharing new 'dos with you.
Gather your toolbox and here we go.  You will need 5 elastics for this one. You can use wet or dry hair.
1-Bush hair until it is smooth and shiny.

2- Part hair: I am a side parter but the middle works great too.  If she has a cowlick, perfect, use that.

3- Separate out a section from each side of the part and secure each in an elastic.  Stay forward of the top of the ear.

4- Take a small section of hair from each of the ponies, wrap the pony and pull through using your finger or your TT.

5- Outta time?  You can stop here as this is a cute look too.  Still with me?  Well here we go.  Part out a great big section from the middle of the crown, smooth it with your brush.

6- Take the front 2 ponytails and add them to this section of hair from the crown.  Secure with your 3rd elastic band.

7- Once again, wrap this ponytail elastic with hair and secure inside itself using your favorite method.  This style is cute too.  Stop here if you like or continue on...

8- Part the remaining hair down the middle and secure with your two remaining elastics.  Be sure to divide the pony from above and include half in each pigtail section.  On your last time through you can pull the piggies only partway through.  This will make a nice, full fun look.  Or, you can pull through and allow them to hang the traditional way, depending on how long her hair is.

Here it is au natural...

Or, with the sweet little Boutique Bow Set that you can find here in my shop.

Now go enjoy your day together1
-The Homestylemom

Something Squirrely

This is another 'do for the lil' shorties out there.  We do alot of headbands with this cut too but I did want to show you another quick and spunky style that will get you out the door in no time. 1-Start by gathering your toolbox and parting the hair as shown.








2-Separate out your front two sections and secure with elastics.  You can do this with or without bangs.  Either way will look cute.










 3-Just behind the ear, separate out another 2 sections.  Include the hair from the front ponytail and secure each side with an elastic as shown below.

4- Insert the bows, ribbons or barrettes of your choosing.

5- And Voila!! A Perfectly spunky do for your precious little girl.

Enjoy your day together!
-The Homestylemom