Elastic Hair Ties- Diy Tutorial-No Sew
- Posted on 03 July, 2013
- Ponytail Hairstyles
- By Anonymous
CLICK HERE FOR LINKS ON WHERE TO BUY THE FOE (fold over elastic)
Buy your FOE here: http://bit.ly/FoldOverElasticMSQC
I like to stick to the ones that measure about 5/8" wide.
One yard of FOE will yield 4 hair ties using the measurements I provide in the video.
Apparently these hair ties are supposed to be creaseless too! Meaning that when you have your hair down and then pick it up for a while you can let it go again with minimal creasing where the hair was tied up.
This is a great and super easy project to do with your kids!
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Hey it's Vanessa, the crafty Gemini I post weekly, crafting cooking and organic gardening videos right here on my youtube channel in this video tutorial. I'M teaching you how to make boutique style, hair ties so by now you've probably seen these little hair ties and online shops little boutiques and beauty stores and things like that. They usually sell them in packs of like three and five and they're so expensive. It'S kind of ridiculous, so I wanted to whip up this really easy and quick tutorial to show you all how I make them theirs. Just fold over elastic I'll include some links in the description box below this video here on youtube. Just click on the tab that says about and then on the little section that says show more and the drop box will drop down with all the links on where you can buy some fold over elastic to create your own hair ties. It'S so easy! No sewing involved. What I like to do is buy my fold over elastic in bulk, because it's so inexpensive, but this project is so easy. We'Re just going to get right to it, because it's really super easy. So here I have a bunch of the hair ties that I've made. First thing you want to know is that I'm using the fo e, that's five eighths of an inch wide. Okay, I'll show you an example. If you use the one inch wide stuff which I like to use for headbands and for waist bands, you can see it's a little too thick and I feel like it doesn't stretch as much to go twice or three times around a ponytail. So I just made this one to show you guys an example, so stick to the five eighths of an inch - and this is how easy it is to make these okay take your fold over elastic, I like to measure out nine inches fold it in half and Wrap a knot around it, that's all you got to do is make a knot, pull real tight and that's it. There'S your hair tie, and so let me show you guys again in slow motion, so you can see how I made the knot. So that's it super easy to make. You saw how ridiculous this tutorial was. I hope you guys enjoyed it and that you go out there and save yourself some money by buying the fo e in bulk. Show you how I tie my hair up with it. I especially like these because they don't have any metal in them and for my hair, my kids, hair, that's dry and curly and coarse, like that. You know that metal snags, your hair and breaks it. So these are really soft and they hold up really nicely. I always love to hear from you guys so make sure you drop me a comment below letting me know what you thought about this super easy hair tie tutorial. I hope you guys enjoyed this video tutorial if you did make sure you hit it with the thumbs up below, share it across the different social media sites. Tell your friends and family about it. If you think they'd be interested and most of all, don't forget to click that subscribe button, so you won't miss out on any of my future video tutorials thanks for watching and I'll see you next time.
Comments
Whitney Sews: I hadn't seen that type of hair elastics before, but they make perfect sense! Great tutorial as always :) -Whitney
Debi's Design Diary: I Have broken hundreds of rubber bands because my hair is so sick this is such a great idea thanks Vanessa!
D. L.: You might say that this tutorial is ridiculous, but you've totally changed my knotting game :D I've been making these hair ties from elastic lingerie bias tape for ages and I've always struggled with the knots. Thanks a lot!
Jazz Driver: Perfect tutorial ...quick and to the point, just what I was looking for. Didn't know what to call these ponytail holders...one was included as a freebie with a sock purchase and it's become my absolute favorite hair tie. Looking to make more on my own and you've completely helped me with that, thank you again!
socre8tive: I love all of your videos! You have great ideas and explain them so well! Keep up the good work!
Jan Luna: Thank you for all your tutorials. I especially like the zippered pouch. The ponytail bands will be great for my Granddaughters.
ginger lawless: Wow! So easy! Going to go get some fold over elastic on my next trip to the craft store. Another project added! Thanks, Crafty Gemini!
timberlake107: Very super easy! Thanks for the tips!!
blessedisshegroup: Thanks for the tutorial! We go thru hair ties like its nobody's business in our house. Btw:Your hair is so pretty and healthy looking Vanessa. My daughter has the same "dry curly" hair. I find that adding 100% Raw Shea butter to our conditioner works really really well. What do you use? (Sorry if this is off topic)
Art ala Carte: Thanks for your great tutorials. They are so fun and easy!!!!
thegrinch0614: Yay!! I'm so gonna make these, I've bought too many for way too much...bleh! But thanks to you I can make them :) so happy! Thank youuuu xoxo
Susie Ramer: Thanks. Its just luck I found you, love it girl, and as you know them kiddos are caute! Thanks for the how to on this one, my daughter is in drill for the first time this year, and these were at the dance supply store. I told her we can make them. I can't wait to show her!
Fontrella Cole: I love it! I can make some for my granddaughter and myself. I do agree with the ones in the star being expensive and certain ones can pull your hair out. Thanks for sharing.
kingdomminded1121: Thank you so much for this video and others I've devoured today. I have thick curly hair and the bands always break because they are glued or have metal thank you so much!!
PHL76Music: Great video! I went to the fabric store and their 5/8" FOE color selection was lacking, but I found 1/4 inch elastic in a really pretty color that I'll use until I can find nicer 5/8". Probably the 5/8" would be better for my hair, anyway.
Lost2Lucid: This is awesome! I'm going to make mine bigger for my dreads..been looking for a better way to put them up!! Thank you!
Sarah: Thanks for sharing this. I had never heard of fold over elastic. I'll definitely look for it. I spend too much on hair elastics. My oldest daughter has very thick hair and sometimes her elastics break when she tries to do a piny tail. How long would you suggest I cut the FOE for her?
Brooklyn Dun: I so love you. I have THICK natural hair and I always end up breaking my hair ties. Going to use this now!
Maria Goumas: Also I made pillowcases too I love it thanks!!
Evelyn Berry: Going to try it today! Love it
Joya: I love your videos... Thanks for this so much informative and helpful video
Isabel: Thank you for this tutorial! I love it! :D
Allison W: I love your idea! Thanks for sharing your video.
Sandra Hatalla: Thank you so much. My daughter has very thick hair and a lot of it. The kinds we buy at the store keep breaking because of how much hair she has. I can't wait to try it. Thank you. :)
Elizabeth Davila: I bought my fold over elastic but didn't know how long to cut it and you helped me BIG time!
Katie T: Shared on fb, so cute and easy! I have even dyed the white fold over elastic in a pinch or if I have trouble finding just the right color!
short nerdy: My hair is super thick and wavy and I bust even the "ouchless" thick elastics constantly, This may help! Thanks Vanessa :)
pielcanela365: Fantastic tutorial! Just watched hair tie and turban inspired headbands. Will try both. Going to get old t shirts out of goodwill box to try.
BBknits: Awesome tut! Thank you Vanessa!
Liza Gennaro: your videos are so informative - I've learned a lot from you!
Judy Spencer: You do such an awesome job in your videos. Threadbanger suggested you. I am so glad I checked you out. You have a very professional approach. I have been watching your older videos to catch up. I liked your ironing board video. Great use of what you have. Good job!
Allison G: Thank you for making these I liked that you put down a place where you can buy them. I will soooo be making these!
Zigzags Uk: My FOE elastic arrived today, can't wait to try these, thanks for sharing
Ranada: I enjoy your tutorials and positive energy. Thanks for sharing
Licazy: I found the elastic today, I am so happy, gonna make a bunch of those right now.
Deb Crossin: It always amazes me how companies can charge so much for something so cheap & easy to make!!! Tfs :-)
JillianRose03: thank you for the great simple video!
mrsnetrix: Great idea! Thanks for sharing :)
AlisonfromManly: Thank you for your tutorials. I just bought some FOE off this site. You are a real treasure.
Katie Maginity: My mother asked me what these are and how to make them. She saw these on a different video and she was woundering what they were and I didn't know then I found your tutorial. Now I can make her some and tell her what they are. Your tutorial is very easy to understand. Now I need to go out and buy Foe and make her some. Thank you for your tutorial.
Sandy Eastwood: Love it!
Penny Weaver: this is awesome for my granddaughter she loves it
YeahImAPrincess: Thank you! I can't believe what stores charge for these flimsy things. I paid $2 on ebay for 3 meters of the material :)
MsHe1en: Love it!
Glitterngloss13: What a great video and so easy! I'm a little embarrassed now for buying a package of them. ;-). I will be making my own from now on! Thanks Vanessa!
Craziest Compilations: Thank you so much! Your video is inspirational!
April Holmquist: Love it !!!
efpmary: You are so creative, Vanessa. What a wonderful idea and you do the tutorials so carefully that everyone can follow along. Have a great day with your darling kids. How are the baby goats doing?
Elizabeth Davila: I made so many that I have my nieces hair ties for their daughters!
Lisa Wood: Just found your channel, I'll be checking out any of your next craft tips! Thanks! Lisa
Bladestryke: I said you could make these yourself in my ifluenster review a few days ago ROFL! AWESOME! I think making a longer elastic and tying at both ends might give a cute bow effect too ;)
Nina Bernier: I think I will be making some of these not only for my girls but me as well. I break at least two hair ties a week just trying to put my hair up!
Sandra Jones: Too neat ! Thanks
Animira: Fast and easy!
Linda Schantz: My daughter has some headbands that we no longer used, they were out of this same elastic. I just cut off the designs and did the same to make a hair elastic for her dance class! Funny you post a tutorial the same week..it is so simple to make these..you can make shorter or longer depending on the thickness of their hair..never buying them again!
Kell Hornberger: Awesome, thanks! ~Kelley
Belinda Trimarchi: Hi Crafty, you may have mentioned it & I didn't notice or already forgot. Do these leave creases? Thanks for your video, I bet Michael's Frabrics has them!
animefam: Great quick tutorial! I'm a beginner, want to try making underwear for my kids, and was wondering if you could use the FOE for it. Or better yet, could you do a tutorial on making your own underwear?
susana !: Great tutorial just subscribed;)
java53079: It's called "fold over elastic". You can buy it at Hobby Lobby, fabric stores, ebay and etsy.
Nikita Bloem: Love it
Rachel Elliotte: One thing you may want to do is seal your ends with a heat sealer or a lighter.
Julie Richard: i've just purchased the FOE on ebay :) can;t wait!! i hate having to buy elastics every 2-3 months because they keep breaking and i keep losing them!! this way i will just make one as i need it. and i bought 10 diffrent colors, 1 yard each. ! for only $8.31 CAD Thanks alot !! :DDD!!!!
crosspecans: you're very glamorized in this video. so pretty. i happen to have some of that elastic to use. yippie!
Greggs: Just found for channel looking for DIY goody ouchless hair ties. I'm going to buy 5 metres of it right now. This will be great for stretching my hair. How would you determine the length for a headband?
tweetnes: What a great idea..We use tons of these.
Zwisel Gandia: Hello! Would you be able to tell me where you found the 1in elastic? :) Thanks!
Edilma Bernabe: I love it!
S: does anyone know how to prevent fraying of the elastic at the ends or does it not happen with fold over elastic??
Deana lovellette: How long would you cut the elastic for a headband?
Debi's Design Diary: Oops ... My hair is so thick, not 'sick' lol ...
Val Os: You are awesome! We sale those at my job for $1.50
E D: Thanks! Any advice for adding embellishments, bead, etc?
Nikki Barone: To give you an idea of how economical this is, the brand Twistband sells a 6 pack (that's 6 hair ties) for $10.00. You can get 5 yards yards of FOE on etsy for $2-5 depending on the print, etc. And you are not losing any professional look by making them yourself. They are fool proof. I made and sold them on etsy and eBay for about 6 months. They sold well and are profitable if you buy the FOE in bulk!
trillestshay: I went to the store and it was like $8 for 3, now I can save $8, THANKS!!!!!!
Angela Maria: Thanks will be making these.
PrInCeSsAvIaNeY: They sell different colors in spools at hobby lobby and they have the 50% off every other week during the summer.
Elena Chavez: You are so professional about this its nice
taahmakay: Thank you! :)
Linette Guiliani: LOOOOVE IT!!!!! money saving, yeah girl!! woohoo!!!!!
Ella Picavet: it is a super tutorial!
Rebecca Thomas: I love it!!!!@
lygia djojopawiro: Cool tutorial, I think you're awesome
Christine Casey-Blake: Super, i'm going to make these
Kelandra Williams: Awesome mama!!! Thanks!!
Eileen Berg: Very cool!!!
Madam Sierra Golden: Bravo. Don’t burn the ends, the burnt ends will snag hair a cause unnecessary breakage
Licazy: I always wondered what that tie was made of, I see girls rave about that thing here on youtube. Wish that fold over elastic was available in my country, I have never seen it over here.
boabogo: awesome tutorial but they dont really work on my hair even though i bought some and made some they always fall out :(
kim3lise: Vanessa please do a tutorial how to make a pencil pouch made of zippers all over
lha44: I love this idea especially when u showed it in slow motion,lol ;-)
Carol Taylor: My granddaughter has hair just like yours...it is very thick and when she wears it down with only a head band it puffs up and she hates it but she loves your hair...do you mind sharing your products and tips on how you get your hair to look so pretty.
Zakiyah: Thanks, that was cool.
Affiliated Beauty: How many inches should I use for a headband?
TrueBookWorm: I've seen them at school and the second I saw them I thought "why is everyone carrying around elastic?" Well now I know :/ my hair is pretty odd so normal ponytail holders work fine on me so... Yeah ^^ thanks for the tutorial though!
4vrceltic: You hair is BEAUTIFUL !!
Devoria Hall: where can I buy the FOE?
Maria Goumas: All your videos are great!!! Maria
Justine Marie: OMG, I BUY THESE FROM FOREVER 21 FOR 2.80 AND IM GONNA TRY TO MAKE THIS. THIS IS EASIER THAN GETTING UP IN THE MORNING. (that's not easy at all!) THANK YOU. How much can you get FOE
Graciela Escobar Nuñez: Por favor que los vídeos también se expliquen en español por favor por favor.