How To: Cornrow Your Own Hair | For Beginners
- Posted on 19 March, 2020
- 6D Hair Extensions
- By Anonymous
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I'm sorry I've been away, but I'm glad to be back with a video you've all been asking for.
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Let'S get it hello and welcome to a new video, okay, we're gon na jump right into it. I saw everyone's comments about wanting to know how to cornrow, so in this video I'm going to be taking it step by step as much as I can to teach you how to cornrow on your own hair, okay, yeah, let's get into it before anything, I like To make sure that the section I'm working with is as detangled as possible, and I am working on blow-dried hair. If you are someone who is trying to learn how to cornrow with me, please just pull your hair out, get a piece to work on and practice with this video, because I feel like it may be easier to understand when you're, actually in the motion and watching Me so, if not so, when I'm doing a cornrow starting at the beginning, there's two ways that I may like to start it. The first way is taking a section from the front and breaking that into three sections. Just like you would a braid. So, as you can see my three sections and once you have those three pieces, that's when you can begin your cornrow. The second way I like starting it, which I feel like may be easier. If you have practiced a little bit is grabbing three sections from the front, but not really pulling them out just kind of holding on to them. In the front like that, cuz, once you understand the technique of where your fingers need to go, you can start it either way. So for this video, I think it may be easier if I start it with a section in the front. So I grow a pretty small section in the front like that. I break it into three pieces. One two, three okay, now watch closely before grabbing up any hair. I want to show you what it looks like and where your fingers will go. This is the pattern that creates the cornrowing okay, so I like to start on the right side: you're gon na hold on to this right side piece and your goal is to get the other end of hair. Okay, just like that, let me do it again, so you have your three sections and you're, starting with this right piece, you're gon na be reaching under that middle piece and grabbing the opposite side. Just like that. So, just how you saw my fingers grabbing it like that, I'm just gon na grab that piece. You don't really have to pull it, but you can let go of the piece. That'S in one hand and you're gon na just continue that same motion, so holding on to that one piece: you're reaching over to grab the opposite side like that you're gon na grab that one piece you're reaching over to grab the other side. So that's basically the motion that your fingers are going to be going. But now let me show you when you start gathering hair okay, now we're back to square one anytime you're reaching over to grab this other end of hair you're gon na be picking up some hair with that so reaching over. Like this, I use my index and my thumb to grab up a little piece of hair like this, and all I need is a good grip on my hair and that other piece of hair and I'm just gon na hold it like that. I'M gon na, let my left hand relax with that piece of hair because it's not gon na unravel. I got ta keep this hand here, though it will unravel so you're gon na repeat that same motion, so you can see where my fingers are so here's that one piece and if I lift my hand up a little bit without letting go of the hair, you Can see those two pieces and remember, I'm always reaching to grab the other end. I'M gon na take that one piece right here, in my left hand reach under that middle piece, grab some hair and grab the end piece like that. Okay, now I've let go of the hair whoo. Now you're gon na continue that same reach under the middle piece grab the end piece and grab some hair. So, as you can see, I'm making sure there's not too much room, I'm still grabbing up hair, oh dang! I forgot about this okay, you saw. I did that. Actually, don't I tell you something when you're grabbing hair, because you could let go of this piece. Sometimes I noticed that I didn't grab hair up over here. I just kind of help myself pass it to my index finger and hold on to it right there, so you want to keep that same motion of reaching under grabbing that other end and grabbing hair up as long as you're grabbing. That other end, whatever hair you grab with it, will seamlessly go into the braid and just a tip to always remember where that middle piece and the end piece always are. I know to go under the piece that I'm holding with my index finger and my thumb and grab the one that I could feel on this end. Keeping your fingers compact and close to the scalp will also ensure that your cornrow is tight and defined. Please allow yourself to mess up and start again if you need to this is about learning something new, so just keep practicing and I promise you'll get better. So that is how you do a cornrow. I was very nervous to get this video out cuz, it's difficult! Trying to explain something - that's also kind of you know intricate for you to do as well. So I hope I explained that. Well, I hope there are people out there who are able to actually follow along with this video. And yes, if you tried to follow along with this video and try cornrow on your own hair and you got a photo you're willing to show, please DM it to me on instagram, my instagram is at don't be co. Peon don't be saying you know, at least if you try you try. Did that mean something to me only I'm not done yet woo. So, yes, don't forget to comment any other videos. You'D like to see from me like this video and subscribe to my channel. I appreciate it Ali we daddy I'll, be. I will see y'all in my next video peace.
Comments
Dope Ethiopian: Something to practice while self isolating! Sending love to you all - Update: The amount of people leaving comments/sending me photos on IG that have learned how to cornrow with this video has truly blown me away! I've been ready to cry at all the people finally able to cornrow their daughter and sons hair. I'm so proud and thankful y'all are taking time to learn; this means a lot to me! Nothing, but love
hayat adem: At my big age I still don’t know how to cornrow... it’s comforting to know I’m not the only one lol
Meg b: My brain after watching this video: Oh yea that makes sense. You got this. My hands: NOPE
Rebecca Deleon: Let me tell you something... I'm 25 yrs old and could never cornrow anyone's hair, let alone my own. I have hairstylists in my family that have tried teaching me and nothing! I've watched countless YouTube videos trying to learn and I just couldn't get it, so I gave up. Just thought that it wasn't meant for me to learn. Then your video popped up on my feed the other night so I watched it and saved it. The next day I washed my 5year old daughter's hair, played your video, and followed along. And I DID IT!!! I actually managed to get four cornrows on her head. I nearly cried because I could only do boxbraids before and now the possibilities are just endless. To be honest, not being to cornrow made me feel like less of woman but the way you explained and demonstrated it was so clear. Girl!!! THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart, sending you a big ol' hug!!! Bless!!♥️♥️
Nim: Her voice so clear, I thought she was doing a voiceover the whole time
TaYonna Janette: You really just taught me how to braid my hair in 7 minutes. It wasn’t the neatest, but girl.
em: i’m 13, mixed with a white mum who can’t do my hair and a clueless black dad so this helped a lot :)
connect1992: Yall as embarrassing as it is to say. I was able to do it and I broke down and started crying its ugly but I've never been able to do it until now
Tatania Wood: Who else's arms get realllyyy achy when trying to do their own hair? Lolll
Sierra MonaeLa: This was the best most straight forward tutorial perfect for me ! I literally skipped to 3:18 & got it down while doing it with her. 23 years of my life & this is my first time successful doing cornrows on myself . I damn near cried. I’m now not totally useless!
Pamela Smalls: Wow, I am 55 years old and was never taught how to cornrow. People assume because being Black, you MUST know. My daughter is now 19 and I always did her in twists or regular braids. Thank you for taking your time and showing what to do if you make mistakes. Much appreciation!! Stay blessed and beautiful young lady!!
jadexoddam_: Finally a cornrow technique video that’s understandable !!
Mia Joelle: I'm a 25 year old woman who's pushing herself to learn and master this in 2021. Your video is the only one that's made the most sense to me. Thank you so much for posting.
Potato Ninja: This comment section is giving me life everyone's so positive and supportive and I´m lovin it
E Edwards: girl did you just teach me how to braid after i haven't been able to learn on this platform for a decade....I--
Clarissa Danielle: I literally tried on my daughter’s hair (I usually did twists) and got it the first try watching this video!!!! Thank you so much, I was smiling the rest of the braiding!!!
Sargentbig Worm: Hi, I’m a black 14 year old and my grandmother has been doing my hair till I was 8 and my mom has done it since I was born till 5, I have been doing my own hair since I was 10, it’s really big and kinda of long to the middle of my back I’ve progressed a lot and have been practicing braids for months but still can’t get the hang of it till now, thank you❤️
Celine Minnaar: Because of this video I can finally cornrow my own hair.Feel so proud of myself. Thank you girl!!
Erin Williams: You literally saved my life with this tutorial. I taught myself how to braid under and not over and this helps me so much!
Kurikage: I’m coming back to show this video some love because I was able to roughly put my hair in two cornrows or French braids after watching dozens of how to braid videos. I started practicing during quarantine and by the end of the year my hair wasn’t as badly damaged and I was able to retain a little length. I kept coming back to this video and eventually it clicked. My braids aren’t the best looking but now I’m confident enough to wear them out.
MrsNieceyBabii: Seeing These Comments Of Other Black Women Saying They Didn’t Know How To Cornrow Makes Me Feel Better About Being A Black Women Who Doesn’t Know How To Cornrow Thank You For Teaching Us !
M A: Thank you! Did my first ever cornrow with your help.
scarleth sandino: THANK YOU!!! Your instructions were extremely helpful! I was able to do my son’s hair. It doesn’t look perfect but it definitely looks 100% better than before ! ❤️❤️❤️ thank you
BossBaeLala: This is about to make my life so much easier! Finally I’ll enable to braid my own hair correctly! Thank you so much for this tutorial
Pink Sapphire: Wow... I'm 41 and this is the first time I've been able to corn row my hair and it actually looks nice! Thank you!
Nesiannn Blue: I'm coming out of this quarantine knowing how to cornrow
BrittBritt: Sis, l have been struggling for YEARS with cornrowing my own hair. Watched your video and guess what??? I did my 1st cornrow and it looks GREAT!!!! Thank you sis! You go, girl!!
Donnetta Davis: Whoa! I'm shook! This is literally the ONLY video that has made a ton of sense pertaining how to cornrows. Thank you, Queen. You explained this impeccably. I've watched a million videos on this subject, but I feel yours helped me the most. I feel extremely confident to try this again now!!!
Rochell Mosselini: Thank you so much for this. I’d given up on cornrows until I saw this video & immediately it made sense. I tried and I’m now rocking my first set of cornrows by me in the 31 years of my life
Sweet Savory Aromatics: Thank you so much! I've been trying to learn for years and was able to learn immediately due to this video! Nice to have gotten it on the first try. My son's hair looks amazing!
Red Wine: My problem is that I can’t grab equal/consistent sections of hair once I get started and I end up accidentally pulling hair from my other sections, even if I tie it off
Lora L. Charles: I’m so excited! Thank you! You explained it very well!!I can do it now!!! Yay!!!
Just a girl: This was extremely helpful. The angle, the pace of the video, the clear voice- everything!
Myrissa Jones: This helped me!! I love that you made it so simple. I finally know how to cornrow!!
Abs Grace: THANK YOUUUU!!!! I just did my cornrows on super short 4C hair thanks to this video!!! Yes, I did struggle but at least my hair is down now and I know It can only get better with some more practice. Thank you once again
richzero0: I can’t believe it...... I FINALLY BRAIDED MY HAIR!!!!! I’m literally on the verge of crying. I feel like I’ve finally managed to tame my hair lol. I’ve been watching YouTube videos for years and I could never quite get it, but this video’s s explanation finally did it for me! The angle is perfect and you keep it simple. That tip you accidentally added with the part about picking up hair you missed helped so much too. Omg. I feel bad I was privileged to watch this video for free!?!? Thanks so much
Saya: Thank you, thank you , thank you. Im 15 and I've been trying to learn how to conrow my one hair for about 3 days now and no video has helped me as much as this one. This video is so detailed and just makes so much more sense than a lot of the videos that I have been watching, I feel like this is truly for beginners. I literally started balling out crying because I was having such a hard time figuring out how to get comfortable doing a cornrow, although i'm not the best YET I'm getting there and I have to thank you for that. Any one out there felling like you cant do it, believe in yourself , slow down, breathe and just try. You might not get it the first time and that's okay but at least you're getting closer to achieve your goal and when you do you'll be so proud of yourself.
Mara.K: THANKYOU!!! I’ve watched like a 100 other videos but I found them waaay to complicated. Yours is so so so clear to me, I can finally do cornrows now. I’m beyond happy rn, I could literally cry! Especially since I was so ashamed to be the only black girl in my circle that couldn’t braid hair. So thankyou thankyou thankyou
Summerology: Yasssss I did it!!! Like the first time in my whole 23 years of life! Thank you so much for being so detailed bless youuu
Ruth Martinez: It was perfect, the best braid explanation I've ever seen, I'm already practicing and it's looking good !!! Thanks a lot!
Tiffany Y: This was such a great demonstration. Thank you. After just a few tries I was able to get the braid tighter and more uniformed. Thank you!
Anne Angrand: I’ve been trying to cornrow since forever and this finally helped me !!! Thank you
Jennifer Obeng: This is excellent! One of the few how-to videos I have ever seen where someone really broke it down and made it detailed enough for beginners. Thanks sis!!
Kitso Moroe: I'm all the way from South Africa and I've been practicing this for about half an hour now and I can already see the progress!! I'm 17 and really invested in learning how to do my own hair. Thank you sm for your help❤️
mebruh: I can’t believe it, after struggling so long with this I finally got it! Thank you so much for this :) ♥️
Shanise Lakia: This is literally the BEST tutorial I have seen in all my 22 years of living!
AnavarExe: My mom is forcing me to learn how to do my own hair now, since I'll be graduating in 2 years Every other video I've seen has just been stressing me out because it looks so complicated but you make it look so easy! Honestly, your a godsend! Thank you for making this video
Phoenecia Richardson: Thank you soooo much for the easy instructions. I'm so excited to be able to cornrow now .
Casey Morgan: This is so easy to understand, I get the technique of it but it just when it comes to grabbing hair my brain is scattered and all of a sudden my fingers dont work.
kitKimHyo: Thank you so much! After five years of trying all sorts of advice, I can finally cornrow my hair after watching your tutorial! :)
Cheyenne’s World: For YEARS I have been trying to teach myself how to braid hair, tons of videos watched and tons of messed up braids later I gave up...but THIS VIDEO! you explained it so well and made it make sense lol thank you! I cant wait to try on my daughter
Mila Garcia: OMG I just did a cornrow on my own hair, hun thank you so much for the tutorial
tasia teneycke: Wow this is the first video in all of my 21 years of life I’ve ever been able to learn from! I cornrowed my own hair for the first time!
KerenLalay: I’m so glad you made this video. It’s in my to do list whilst I’m self isolating. Stay safe everyone ❤️
Jilliana Howse: This video was so helpful. I’ve never been able to figure out how to cornrow on my own head but the way you explained it and showed it made it just click!! Thank you so much!!
Pleb Person: I tried this tutorial today and was able to get 2 in! Thanks so much girl
Jessica Stewart: Literally the ONLY video that my brain can comprehend and makes sense and I’ve watched so many! Thank you ❤️
Honey Kitten: Just watched this video, and immediantly got it! Made my first braid, so thanks so much for this video!
Elizabeth Gutierrez: You made it very understandable! Great job, thank you for sharing with us ♥️
Feliesha: This was so easy and to the point. I learned immediately. Thank you so much!!! You are very beautiful by the way!!!
A'Keira Faith: Wow! Thank you for teaching me how to cornrow (after years of just giving up easily) I can finally do it!
Melina Dio: Thank you for this video I finally completed two cornrows. I have tried for years to do this your video was great and informative. Thanks again
DiamondGoddess101: This is the very first tutorial that helped me really understand how to cornrow! You really broke it down and made it simple. Thank you!!!!!
Artina Croskey: Your awesome, this is what I've been looking for. Hand and finger placement. Thank you so much queen, i really appreciate it, i was getting so discouraged. I'm gonna practice with this technique now! ☺
Nyeisha: This tutorial was the most easiest to understand. Thank you so much!❤
Missy J: Thank you for this I wear my hair in box braids because it is so damaged, curly, dry and unmanageable. I do them myself and it is easy for me. Cornrows have always been a challenge for me! Your instructions are very clear.
TJ Johnson: Thank you! You did a GREAT job explaining and showing how to cornrow!
Nevaeh Bry: OMG thank you so much!!!! this helped me alot. I kept doing my braids over and over until i they became perfect!!!
I don’t know What to put here: I’m 14 and just tried my first cornrow on my own hair, tysm this was veryyy helpful
Meredith Bayona: Thank you!!! I already knew how to canerow on my own way lol just through instinct, but your technique made it so much easier! Thanks
Jonelle Gordon: Best cornrow tutorial I've seen!!! Big ups to you for trying to show us with so much detail ❤
Ra Lo: Thank youuuuu! Finally a perfect explanation and demonstration on how to do it!! I love it!
milan gabrielle: OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO!! I literally shouted for joy when I got the hand pattern down, now I just have to practice :))))
Mae: I finally mastered it!! Thank you so much, you've opened so many doors for me
Kalen Jones: Girllll, I followed your tutorial on one of my wigs and actually braided it! This was the best visual representation with clear and simple instructions. On to my scalp next---sis for the win!!! You got a new sub!
Limitless. Cosmic. Pleasure: I cant believe how simply and well this was explained! I havent understood this for years! Watched this once and I got it!!! SAVE SAVE SAVE. Will be practicing properly later
Christiana Danso-Acheampong: I've watched a lot of cornrow tutorial videos and I must say this is the best one yet! I got it on the second try Thanks so muchh
Jo Nielsen: This was so challenging, but so rewarding. Thanks for sharing an amazing skill!
Vanessa Perrin: At the age of 25 I can finally say I can cornrow my hair all thanks to THIS video my hair history has always been complex. White family, white city, white school. Wasn’t until I was 19 I wanted to really take care of my hair and truly understand it. I’ve always wanted to be able to braid my hair and now I can do that. Thank you for this video
Jerandy Craft: Just tried and it didn't come out as neat but I DID IT! Always have to come back here no matter how much other videos I've watched. Thank you Dope! Now to practice to perfection. And I will be moving on to doing box braids next.....
Danielle Logan: Thank you for the video. For the first time in my 30+ years i was able to do a proper cornrow on my natural hair. Still a lil messy but much better than before.
L S: OMG! Your tutorial worked for me! Granted I need to practice but I grabbed my mannequin head, tried your technique, and it turned out pretty darn good. I can plait and box braid but I could never get how to corn row until now. My stylist may never see me again. Thanks so much!!
Maria Radebe: What a clear and beautiful explanation . Great tutorial. Well done
Vivi Diwantesa: Thank you so much for this video!! I was struggling so much and now I feel like a Pro❤️
BevyB7: I have NEVER been able to cornrow my hair! Ever! Finally learned how with this video!!! Thank you!!!
Dorothy Esked: You make look so easy I will practice. Thank you for keeping it simple.
Shadee Massie: After 25 years this video has taught me how to braid ☺️
QC C: Kept me engaged. Young, Articulate, pretty with natural hair and nails. You go girl. Great video.
Elemental: I’ve been trying to learn how to do my own hair because my mom’s been doing it for so long, and I wanted to expire end with something other than plain twists so this was super helpful!
Caelan N.: I really appreciate this video. I never grew up with anyone botherin to braid, it was always perm or relaxer. Made the decision to chop/shave all my hair last year so I can grow and appreciate my natural hair more. Learning to cornrow is my first step! Thank you so much for this vid.
Candace West: aye!!! I watched it one time through and then had it 2:20 in the second time I watched. I’ve officially crossed over yaw’ll. I’m a black girl who can cornrow and not just French braid. My first client was my toddler’s Moana doll and she received a set of pop smoke BRAIDz. It was a little difficult because her hair was cut in layers but I got it done. Going to cornrow my teenage daughters hair tomorrow. Thanks for being a great teacher @Dope Ethiopian.
Nehe'Miah Moye: Thank you soooo much!! I actually got a good cornrow in thanks to your video. It was very easy to understand your technique.
Nelly Wafula: I've always wanted to know and I was finally able to do it on my own... Thanks
Sir Marqus Kane: Aloha and Mahalo my sista ! Thank you for making this video 14 days after my Birthday! I will be practicing And eventually uploading a picture to my facebook & Instagram once I do a decent job. Your directions are effective and easy to understand. Have a wonderful and Blessed rest of the year! Stay Healthy, Happy, Strong, Productive, Safe & Successful all your days. Ase Aloha Amen Shalom ^_^
Betty Andrea Estrada Franco: Thank you!!! This is amazing!! I braid my hair while watching movies to control my anxiety
K C.: You explained this so well other people will be like “just look at my fingers” and don’t explain you explained to the point that my impatient tail kept trying I will eventually get it but my cousin who is a licensed hair stylist told me “practice makes better” cause no, nothing is perfect
Ebony Foster: Thank you girl!! I can finally braid my hair. May the Lord bless
Sue W: Your video is the best so far. Great angles, and close ups. Thank you. I’m going to try to cornrow my super short 4c natural hair. Wish me luck.
Girls With Da Curls: Wow! Such a great tutorial. My clients are about to participate in a 'Learn to Braid" challenge, so I'll definitely be referencing your video to assist them. Thanks!!
Adrian Ezzo: You do such an amazing job of making sure that you take your time to walk us through the process, and it always makes it easier to watch with such a mesmerizing beautiful woman!!