80s Rocker Hairstyles

During the '80s, there was a variety of different hairstyles for rockers. Rock fans tended to choose their hairstyle according to the scene or genre of music they were into. The 1980s is often looked back on as an unfortunate era for hairstyles, but some of the popular rocker hairstyles of the decade are still worn today. Does this Spark an idea?

Big Hair

Big hair was an '80s staple. Fans of glam rock and glam metal wore it, both male and female alike. Big '80s hair was usually worn one of two ways. It could either be long and curled or volumized all over, like Jon Bon Jovi. Or it was straightened at the front and sides and shorter and teased up at the top and back, then sprayed with hair spray to fix the style. This style was similar to that of Nikki Sixx.

Mohawk

The mohawk hairstyle was commonly seen on punk fans during the '80s. The height of the punk scene's popularity came in 1977, but the scene carried on right through the '80s, and still exists today. Bands such as Bad Brains, Black Flag and Dead Kennedys were popular in the '80s punk scene. Mohawks could be huge in this decade and were often held up with super glue or egg whites, as conventional hair products wouldn't keep them standing in place.

New Wave

New wave hairstyles were also popular in the '80s. They could be seen on members of new wave bands such as Adam and the Ants and The Human League. At their simplest, these styles were straight, choppy and asymmetrical, and could be achieved with a good haircut and some hair straightening irons. However, some people sported elaborately styled, sweeping hairdos, for instance in the Flock of Seagulls style.

The Mullet

The mullet is an '80s curiosity that was often seen on heavy metal fans during the decade. Sometimes referred to as "business in the front, party at the back," the mullet is short at the front and sides, but a long section is left at the back. This long portion is known as a rat tail. The style became popular in the middle of the decade, and was seen throughout the rest of the '80s.

How to Make a Dread in Your Hair

Dreadlocks are clusters of tangled, matted hair. Whether you make one dread in your hair or many, the process is the same. Making dreads requires ratting your hair with a fine-tooth comb and rolling the ratted hair between your hands until it begins to take on its characteristic ropelike appearance. Dread wax is a beeswax-based product that helps hold new dreads together while they solidify. It's particularly useful when you want to make only one dread in your hair but plan to wash and condition the rest. Does this Spark an idea?

Section off a piece of hair approximately 2 inches square. Pull the rest of your hair up with a ponytail band, leaving only the sectioned hair hanging down.

Wash the sectioned hair with dishwashing liquid to strip out the oils and make it easier to dread. Dry the hair with a blow dryer or allow it to air-dry.

Hold the hair taut at the ends, pulling it away from your head.

Comb rapidly and repeatedly from the ends to the roots, ratting the hair until it shrinks to about half its length.

Roll the hair between the palms of your hands, working from roots to ends.

Repeat Steps 4 and 5 three more times.

Scoop out a pea-size amount of dread wax. Rub it between your hands until it is warm and soft.

Palm-roll your hair once more with the wax.

Tips

- Wrap your dread in a piece of plastic wrap before washing your hair. Conditioners can cause new dreads to fall apart.

How to Make Your Hair Look Super Long for a Couple of Hours

If you've got short hair and you want to switch your style up for a few hours, it's easier than you think. Getting long hair generally takes months and even years of growing and waiting. If you don't have the time, and just want temporarily super long hair, learn how to get it in a flash. Does this Spark an idea?

Research retail outlets that sell clip-on hair extensions, then go shop around to compare them.

Choose the right color. Make sure when you buy your extensions to get ones that will look natural. Try standing in natural sunlight and placing the extension up to your hair while you look in the mirror. The color should look like your natural shade.

Purchase a clip-in extension that comes in individual pieces that are about 2 inches wide. This makes it easier to apply them and make them look natural. They're also quicker to snap in than other sizes.

Clip your extensions in at the root of the hair, attaching the clip to a section of your actual hair to keep it in place. The most important thing to remember here is to clip it under a decent amount of hair. You'll want your natural hair to fall over your clip so it's not visible.

Comb your hair out and style it as desired after making sure all the clips are securely in place. Pay close attention to the kinds of clips you have purchased. If you've purchased synthetic clip-ons, don't use a curling or flat iron on them because it will make the hair burn. If you have clip-ons made from human hair, you can use an iron on them.

Tips

- Since clip-ons can quickly be put in and removed from your hair, you can experiment with all different lengths as often as you want. Have fun and try out different styles.

How to Make Hair Straight With Natural Remedies for Men

Some people have all the luck in the world. They are born with hair that agrees with them even when they roll out of bed in the morning. Those without naturally straight hair are constantly battling frizz and tangles that pull and frustrate throughout the day. In spite of this, there are natural remedies for making such hair less of a hassle and more of a joy to deal with.  Does this Spark an idea?

Milk

Pour 1/3 cup of milk into an empty spray bottle. Spray the milk over your hair 20 minutes prior to taking a shower. 

Remove tangles from your hair with a wide-tooth comb. 

Shower and shampoo and condition as normal. 

Castor Oil

Rub castor oil between both palms and rub throughout your hair. 

Dry your hair with a hair dryer on the highest setting best for your hair. Comb from root to tip, until all the naps are out and you can comb all the way through without getting tangled. 

Pat your hair with a cold, damp washcloth and towel dry thoroughly. 

Coconut Milk And Lime Juice

Mix a can of coconut milk cream with 1/2 cup of lime juice. 

Refrigerate the mixture until it turns into cream. 

Rub the mixture throughout your hair. Cover your head with a towel for one hour then shampoo and condition your hair. Repeat three times a week to gradually straighten hair. 

Techniques for How to Make Your Hair Stay Straight for a Long Time

No matter what type of hair they are born with, many women spend a large amount of time and money trying to change their hair. Specifically, women with curly, wavy or kinky hair search for ways to make their hair straight. There are a variety of hair-straightening options out there so you must carefully select which one is best for your grade of hair in order to avoid hair loss and damage to your locks. Does this Spark an idea?

Chemical Perms

The most common method of hair straightening is the perm. Chemical perms, also known as relaxers, use lye to break down the structure of the hair structure and cause naturally curly, kinky or wavy hair to lay straight. The result is hair that is tame and manageable. The results of a perm, however, are only semipermanent. Ladies with permed hair must go to the salon every six to eight weeks to touch up their curly new growth. The permed hair will continue to be straight until it is cut off.

Brazilian keratin Treatment

The Brazilian keratin treatment uses a flat iron to smooth out the hair cuticle while sealing in the keratin solution. Unlike perms, the structure of your hair remains the same. The keratin treatment leaves your hair intact, wrapping each strand with a protective coat to smooth, strengthen and repair damaged hair. The keratin treatment, also know as the Brazilian blowout, works for just about every type of hair, even hair that has been color treated, highlighted or previously straightened. Once you leave the salon, your hair will be straight but when you wash it, you will still see a wave pattern. Your curls are softened but not eliminated completely. Straightening is much easier after the keratin treatment and your hair won’t become frizzy during humid weather. Although the effects of the Brazilian keratin treatment are long-lasting, they do eventually wear off, leaving your hair to return to its natural state.

Thermal Reconditioning

Thermal reconditioning, sometimes referred to as ionic perm or bioionic straightening, is a hair straightening procedure that uses heat to change the shape of the hair. The cuticle is broken down with chemicals; then the hair is ironed straight with a flat iron. The hair then undergoes a neutralization process that closes the hair cuticle and causes the hair to permanently remain straight. Hair that is treated will remain straight and will not become curly or wavy again. However, the new growth must be reconditioned, usually about four to six months after treatment. Some hair stylists offer "partial reconditioning" at the part line and around the hairline to conceal new growth so clients can go longer between full treatments.

Ionic Hair Retexturizing

Ionic hair retexturizing is a Japanese hair straightening technique that seals in moisture and nutrients during an ironing process. This is intended to improve the overall condition as well as straighten the hair. Ionic hair retexturizing works best on hair that has not been chemically treated. Treatment lasts for up to six months depending on how fast your hair grows. Retouches can be done on new growth or clients can choose to have the treatment completely redone. Consult your hairstylist before retexturizing hair that has already been treated.

Hairstyles With Bangs in 2007

For decades, bangs have been in style. Little girls' hairstyles, in particular, have almost always included wearing bangs with ponytails or braids. Whether they're flat or fluffy, spiky or straight, or long or short, bangs can reshape the way your face looks. In 2007, many hairstyles featuring bangs evoked an earlier time, including Cleopatra's ancient Egypt, the post-war '40s and the "clean living" '50s. Does this Spark an idea?

Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks changes not only her hairstyles, but her hair color more often than some people change clothes. In a photo-spread that appeared in Life Magazine in 2007 titled, "The Many Hairstyles of Tyra Banks," the supermodel sported a long ponytail with bangs that stopped just below her eyebrows. The bangs were angle-cut to be longer on the sides framing her face. In that same year, Banks was also seen sporting the Cleopatra hairstyle, which has been wildly popular since the '60s, when women began "ironing" their hair to make it flat and smooth. This sleek style includes bangs that extend to the eyebrows and smooth, straight hair at shoulder-length or longer.

Rihanna

Rihanna burst onto the music scene with her hit song "Umbrella." In 2007, she changed her flaming-red, crimped hair to a short, blunt-cut bob. Rihanna's hairstyles change often from short to long, curly or straight and red, blonde, black or multi-colored. For the most part, all her hairstyles include bangs, whether they're spiky, thick and flat, or combed to one side.

Hairstyle Zone

Visit the Style Gallery of Hairstyle Zone (hairstylezone.com) and take a look at its pictorial of hairstyles with bangs worn in 2007. Whether your hair is long, medium-length or short, you'll find several bobbed, tousled, and trendy styles that include bangs. Some of the styles for longer hair include up-dos with bangs and long, wavy or curly locks with straight bangs. Nearly every popular hairstyle with bangs in 2007 is included.

Men's Hairstyles With Bangs

In 2007, men's hairstyles evolved from the severe spiky styles to styles that were a bit more refined. Short hair was still popular among men, but the use of tons of sprays and gels that made hair hard became a thing of the past. Men's hair could still be tousled and messy, but not hard and pointed. Gels weren't used in massive amounts as in the past. The longer razor-cut bangs were a very popular part of men's hairstyles. Many men who wore shorter hair would leave their bangs to grow long enough to extend beyond the point of the nose. Actor Johnny Depp's hair was cut very short in 2007, but his bangs extended to below his eyebrows and occasionally to his nose. Other celebrity males with hairstyles featuring bangs in 2007 were Joe Jonas, Zak Efron, Richie Zambora and Tom Cruise.

Fashionable Haircuts for Girls

Having the right haircut is usually more important for girls than for their male counterparts. Girls take fashion and beauty cues from trendsetting celebrities, wanting to wear the most popular styles and express their personalities through their hair. There are a number of fashionable haircuts that are suitable for girls and are versatile enough that they can be adorned with ribbons or barrettes for special occassions. Does this Spark an idea?

The Bob

The bob is a hairstyle that never seems to go out of fashion for girls. A simple chin-length bob brings out the girl's facial features and is easy to style for girls with straight hair. A bob can be parted in the middle or dressed up with a side part and clipped with a cute barrette. Bobs can also be worn with eyebrow-length bangs cut straight across. Matilda Ledger, the young daughter of Michelle Williams and the late Heath Ledger, is one celebrity who effortlessly wears a casual bob.

Long Haircuts

Longer hairstyles for girls are popular because they look great and can be pulled back into ponytails or pigtails, or braided to create different looks. Longer haircuts for girls can be cut in a variety of ways. Some girls want bangs; typically blunt-cut, heavy bangs that fall at eyebrow level. Another variation on a long haircut is trimming layers throughout the hair to take away some of the weight, adding volume. Face-framing layers can be worn or clipped to the side with a barrette.

Inverted Bob

The inverted bob was made popular by Victoria Beckham and remains one of the most popular short haircuts for girls of all ages. This haircut is characterized by short, stacked layers at the back that gradually get longer as they move toward the chin. Parted either to the middle or to the side, the front layers can be all one length or cut into face-framing layers or bangs. The inverted bob haircut is not only fashionable, but easy to style for girls who have straight hair.

Edgy Haircuts

Celebrities like Willow Smith and Rihanna are setting the trend for edgy, funky haircuts. Willow Smith has worn a variety of buzz-worthy styles, including a half-shaved style that is brushed over to one side, giving it an asymmetrical look. Rihanna once wore a similar style, sometimes shaved like Willow's and other times with the shorter side grown out. Instead of combing the longer layers over to one side, this haircut could also be cut shorter on the top so that the girl could spike her hair. An edgy haircut would work best for a daring girl who has natural texture in her hair.

How to Make a Hair Clippy Holder

In the morning rush to catch the bus on time, many young girls scramble to find just the right matching hair accessory. Help organize young girls’ hair clips and barrettes with a simple craft. Girls will take pride in their homemade clippie organizer and, therefore, be motivated to use the organizer to keep their clips in one organized location. School mornings will move along more smoothly with one less item to hunt for.

Cut 30 strands of yarn to a length of about 2 1/2 feet. Bunch one end of the yarn strands together and bind them with a small piece of yarn wrapped around the strands and tied in a knot. Tape the bound end to the edge of a table with masking tape. Divide the dangling yarn strands into three sections of 10 yarn strands each. Braid the yarn strands beginning at the tape and working down to 1 inch from the bottom. Bind the bottom of the braid with another small piece of yarn wrapped around the braid and tied in a knot.

Place the powder puff on a work surface with the puffy side up. Glue googly eyes on the powder puff to create a face. Add a smile and rosy cheeks with permanent marker. Fold the braid in half to locate the center point. Glue the center 3 inches of the braid to the top of the powder puff face. Allow 15 minutes for the glue to dry.

Tie a small bow with 6 inches of grosgrain ribbon. Glue the ribbon to the center of the yarn braid to conceal where the hair part would be on the powder puff head. Tie two bows on the bottom of each braid's end. Thread a needle with embroidery floss. Stitch a small loop in the back of the powder puff to hang the organizer on a wall. Clip barrettes and hair bows on the clippy organizer braids.

How to Make Hair Smell Seductive

Scents such as musk, rose, jasmine, gardenia and sandalwood can entice people and evoke a seductive mood. If you are a woman who wishes to excite someone through the sense of smell, consider scenting your hair with one of these alluring scents. Many oils, perfumes and sprays made especially for the hair use a mix of these scents. Does this Spark an idea?

Shampoo and condition your hair with products that have a deep floral or musky scent to them. If you cannot start with freshly cleaned hair, blow-dry your dry hair to remove any odors your hair and scalp may have picked up.

Spritz your hair with a perfume made for hair. They are less drying than regular perfumes for your hair. Choose a seductive scent such as rose, musk, gardenia or sandalwood.

Brush and style your hair as usual. Wearing your hair down and loose will allow the scent from your hair to disperse about you as you walk or move your head.

Add a touch of essential oil in a complementary scent to your hair perfume to make your seductive scent last longer.

Tips

- Avoid "fresh" or citrusy scents. These create an energizing and awake mood rather than a romantic and seductive atmosphere.

Warning

- Avoid spraying too much perfume on your hair. Scents that are overpowering can be distracting.

Glamorous Hairstyles of the 1950s

The 1950s was a decade of relative prosperity in the United States. World War II was over, and the mood across much of the country was one of celebration and triumph. Women's hairstyles naturally became more glamorous and elaborate, a far cry from the previous decade where women would usually wear their hair tied back or in a roll around the nape.



In the 50s, housewives wanted to appear stylish, even when carrying out domestic chores. Does this Spark an idea?

New Wave

During the 50s, women were returning to their homes from the jobs they carried out during the war. They had more time to groom their hair and more money to spend on hair products and makeup. This meant simple, straight hair was out, and soft, curly or wavy hair was in. Options included having their hair teased, sculpted, sprayed or permanently waved. Elizabeth Taylor was a hair icon for women, largely because of the permed style she cultivated.

Beehive

The beehive emerged in the late 50s. It required the expertise of a salon stylist with a wet roller set and a hair dryer. The hair was piled up to the top of the head to resemble a real beehive. Women would sleep in curlers and rollers in order to achieve the look in time for weekend social functions. For daytime practicality it was often wrapped in a headscarf. The beehive remained in vogue throughout the 60s.

Poodle Cut

The idea behind the poodle cut was to frame the face in a round fashion to portray a youthful, feminine look. It was a short, but wavy, hairstyle exemplified in the look of Lucille Ball. Women from the mid-50s onward would spend big money to get their hair done this way in a salon. As products such as hair spray and rollers became more obtainable, women were also able to make their hair bigger and more extravagant in their homes.

Bouffant

Many Hollywood actresses wore the bouffant, among them Brigitte Bardot and Audrey Hepburn. It relied on a lot of hair spray to attain its precise look. The hair at the top of the head is teased and backcombed and then given volume by spray. The rest of the hair was left to hang low and styled according to personal preference. The bouffant was fashionable through the early 60s, when it was favored by first lady Jackie Kennedy.

Ducktail

The ducktail was a high-maintenance men's hairstyle of the era, often sported by young men. The sides of the hair were greased back and the top was given a long cut with jagged edges. The sides would be combed behind the head to meet in the middle, like a duck's tail. This hairstyle would often be complimented with thick sideburns, a look that could be attributed to Elvis and James Dean.

How to Make Straight Hair Look Great for School

Girls with curly hair often want straight hair, while straight-haired girls wish their hair was more curly. Instead of wishing for something you don't have, learn to embrace the hair type you were born with. With the right haircut, styling products and styling tools, everyone at school will be envious of your beautiful, straight hair. Does this Spark an idea?

Shampoo your hair with a volumizing shampoo. After you rinse out the shampoo, add a volumizing conditioner to just the ends of your hair. Rinse the conditioner out after letting it sit in your hair for a couple of minutes.

Spray your hair with a leave-in conditioner to get the tangles out and prevent your hair from becoming frizzy during the day. Comb your hair with a wide-tooth comb.

Squirt a quarter-sized amount of volumizing mousse in your hand. Distribute the mousse throughout your hair with your fingers.

Use a blow dryer to dry your hair. Hold up your hair from the roots with the a round brush as your blow dry your hair to give your hair more volume. Another way to add volume is to blow dry your hair upside down.

Finish your style with hair spray. Holding the hair spray two inches away from your hair, spritz the product in your hair to help hold your style.

Tips

- Ask your hair stylist to add layers to your hair. A layered haircut frames your face and helps your hair look more voluminous.

What Are Flapper Girls?

The term "flapper" and the women it was used to describe are part of the bygone era that reached prominence in the 1920s. But the fashion, frame of mind and trends that were first associated with flappers still influence us today and are worth a closer look. Does this Spark an idea?

The Flapper Chapter

The slang term "flapper" first started in the days after World War I. This period in our history there was a lot of cultural and political activity, coupled with a European cultural exchange that was booming since peace had been achieved. The term "flapper" is a reference to a young bird, flapping it's wings in preparation to take flight and leave the nest. The modern woman of the '20s was like this bird, preparing for a freedom and future hereto for unavailable to them until that time.

As the 1920s began, a time referred to in the history books as "the Roaring Twenties" societal changes were redefining the feminine principle decades before modern feminism or women's liberation would take sway. At this time women in the West started to latch on to jazz music, bobbed hair, short skirts, makeup and other new and appealing societal offerings previously unavailable.

The Great Gatsby and Beyond

It was not long before popular culture was echoing and illustrating flapper fashions. The great American novelist, F. Scott Fitzgerald detailed aspects of flapper culture, most notably in the character of Daisy Miller in his classic novel "The Great Gatsby."

Films also latched on to the flapper mystique, and international movie stars like Josephine Baker, Clara Bow, Louise Brooks and Joan Crawford came to fame as flapper icons. In dance halls, ballrooms and living rooms across America it was common in the 1920s to find flapper women embracing jazz music and dancing in jerky rhythms as faddish dance crazes developed around them. The Charleston, the Jitterbug and the Shag were among the many flapper inspired dances born from swing jazz music.

Fashion and Fame

Flappers had an influence on fashion. From high heels and short skirts with silk lace and corsets, to art deco hats, horn-rims and caps. The bob cut and similar short and boyish cuts caught on like wildfire and are still popular today. The use of blush and mascara, and deliberately pale skin also became all the rage due to the flapper influence. Old Betty Boop cartoons exemplify a lot of the playful roles the flapper fashions played in the popular culture of the 1920s.

A Way of Life

To a large extent, the flapper culture was more than a fad; it was a mindset and an empowering trend for women seeking the kind of independence denied them previously. Many early feminist voices emerged during this time period, and personal freedoms emerged that were not available to women before. Smoking cigarettes, for instance, was a much more rebellious act back then, and many flappers chose to smoke as an act of defiance against cultural norms. Traditional ideas of sexuality were also challenged by flappers, and playful ideas of hedonism, previously only enjoyed by men, were now practiced by woman in this era, too.

Tips to Make Straight Hair Look Messy

Although the messy look hair style appears easy to achieve, it can actually take a little work to get right. For people with straight hair, a few tips come in particularly handy. One of the most important things to keep in mind when going for a natural unkempt look is to avoid over-stylizing. Does this Spark an idea?

Crimping Iron

After washing and conditioning your hair, apply hair gel or mousse while towel drying the hair. Use a crimping iron at the base of the hair near the scalp, but not the front hairline. Also avoid using it towards the ends of the hair. The crimping iron will give the hair lift and prevent it from being too smooth, while the crimps themselves are concealed.

Rollers

You can also use large rollers to create the messy look. When setting the hair in the rollers, leave some out around the face. Keep the rollers in the hair for about four minutes, but do not allow them to cool. Take them out, turn your head upside down, and shake out the curls with your hands. Use a scrubbing motion to mess up the curls. Then turn your head right-side-up again and arrange it as desired.

Conditioning the Ends

Another tip to help create that just-out-of-bed appearance is to scrunch pomade, cream, or similar hair products into the ends of your hair. This will help separate the ends and prevent the hair from lying too flat. Less hair wax is needed for fine hair in comparison to thicker, wavier hair. Too much, nonetheless, and it will look wilted. Use a light hair spray to hold the desired look in place.

Ponytail Method

It may take a little more work for people with longer hair to get the messy look they want. First, use hair gel on wet hair and dry with a diffuser. You might consider using rollers halfway up the hair in 2-inch sections if your hair is very straight. Pull the hair into a ponytail with your fingers and then divide it into 5 or 6 sections. The sections can be wound up into sphere-like shapes, secured with bobby pins, and then sprayed with hair spray. When unleashed the hair should look satisfyingly messy.

How to Do 1950s Style Structured Curls

Show off your '50s style by creating structured curls, or "pin curls," that were common in that decade. The hairstyle evoked glamor but was worn by a wide assortment of women besides the glamorous housewife. Woman took pride in their shorter hairstyles that were fashioned without the use of a hairdryer and typically took all night to create. Revive the pin curls to show off your retro look by using the same method women in the '50s used, but with a little additional help to ensure the curls remain intact for the entire day. Does this Spark an idea?

Brush your hair thoroughly to remove any knots or tangles. The hair should be silky smooth. Separate your hair into four sections -- the nape, right side, left side and crown. You will work with one section at a time to ensure you curled all of your hair and did not leave any pieces unattended.

Work with the nape section first. Use a rat-tail comb to scoop up a 1-inch section of hair. Comb the hair downward tightly so there are no tangles, and lightly spray the hair with water using a spray bottle.

Hold the end of the 1-inch section of hair with one hand and use your other hand to roll the hair under, in a clockwise motion, one piece of end paper. The end paper will keep the hair from straying away from the rest of the strands within the 1-inch section. End paper is similar to tissue paper but it is pre-cut and available at hair supply stores. Using end paper versus a soft roller will keep the curls tight to your head and more structured than a standard curler.

Secure the curl once it is tightly rolled to your scalp with a double prong clip. According to Hair Boutique, a website dedicated to all things hair related, you should use the double prong clips because they will keep your hair secure to your head, even if you sleep on the pins, and they will not create a crease in your hair like a bobby pin would.

Curl your hair around the nape section using the same method until all the hair is accounted for within that section. Spray the section lightly with light-hold hairspray.

Work around your head to the right section of hair, then the left section and, finally, the crown of your hair. Secure all curls with light hold hairspray and make sure there are no stray strands of hair floating around.

Sleep on your curls overnight or sit under a salon dryer to blast the curls with heat. Do not try to blow dry your curls; the forceful blast of heat will loosen the hair and create frizz.

Unclip the hair one curl at a time and style it to your preference.

Tips

- Curling your hair while it is wet and leaving it curled overnight may result in wet hair in the morning near the root of the curl.

- For smaller, tighter curls, use less hair.

- Allow the curls to set as long as possible. The longer they set, the longer they will last.

How to Make Hair Bands for Teens

Teenagers love trying new hairstyles and accessories. A bohemian floral headband can be worn in different ways, with the hair up or down. You can take the basic idea of this headband and create many versions using different types and colors of fabric, ribbon and beads. Because it's made with basic craft supplies, you may already have the materials you need to get started.

Cut 3 pieces of ribbon, 1 yard each. Braid the pieces together and knot them at the end. Leave a tail of ribbon if you want.

Draw a 2-inch circle on paper and cut it out. Fold the circle in half and then in half again. Cut 2 arches on the outside edge. When you unfold the paper, you will have the classic flower shape to use as a stencil. Draw a 3-inch circle and repeat to create a larger stencil.

Put the smaller stencil on the fabric and trace around it with a pencil. Do this 5 more times for a total of 6 small flower pieces. Put the larger stencil on the fabric and trace around it. Do this 2 more times for a total of 3 large flower pieces. Cut out all the pieces using scissors. Cut one-half-inch slits from the edge toward the center, every 2 inches around each flower piece.

Stack 3 flower pieces together with a large one on the bottom and 2 small ones on top. With the needle and thread, make a stitch through the middle of the flower. Fold the flower in half and then fold it in half again. Stitch several times through the corner of the flower. Open the flower and sew a small bead in the middle. Repeat to make the other 2 flowers.

Cut ribbon into three 3-inch pieces. Place a small dot of glue on the back of each flower and glue the flowers to the ribbons. Let dry. Tie the flowers onto the braided piece.

Tips

- Select contrasting fabrics for the flowers or use the same fabric for a monochromatic effect.

How to Make Nettle Leaf Hair Tonic

Stinging nettles have been used as a home remedy for centuries. Records exist that show nettles were used as early as 300 B.C. as a treatment for snake bites, arthritis and baldness. Today, herbalists prescribe nettles for hair growth, restoration of natural hair color and as an anti-dandruff treatment. They say you can make your own hair tonic out of nettles to fight a flaky scalp, renew your hair's natural luster and promote healthy hair growth. Does this Spark an idea?

Place three cups of water in a pot and bring it to the boil on the stove.

Add a handful of nettle leaves to the water once it comes to a full boil, then remove the pot from heat. Let it sit for 20 minutes.

Strain the steeped mixture into a bowl through a fine sieve or cheesecloth.

Mix in one cup of cider vinegar and one tablespoon of lemon juice.

Tips

- Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and apply it to your hair just before you get out of the shower, but do not rinse it out.

Warning

- Omit the lemon juice if you need to go in the sun before you hair dries -- it will bleach your hair.

How to Make a Pinewood Racer Go Straight

A flaw in alignment can be disastrous to a pinewood derby racer's performance. If the car does not roll straight, it will crash against the sides of the track. The impact will cause a loss of speed and cripple the opportunity for winning or placing. To make sure your pinewood car is ready for the next race, take a close look at the axle alignment. Minor adjustments can optimize the car's trajectory and send it speeding toward the finish line.

Ensure that the axle slots on the racer are parallel to each other. Insert the axles into the slots so they are straight and perpendicular to the body.

Place the racer on a level surface and inspect the front axles. Remove the axle of the wheel that is more firmly planted on the ground. If one of the wheels is raised, select the axle making contact with the floor.

Separate the wheel from the axle. Make a minor bend in the axle, then reattach the wheel. Insert the axle into the racer. The bend in the axle should face upward.

Test the racer by rolling it across a smooth, level surface. If it is still experiencing alignment issues, use pliers to grasp the axle head. Make a slight rotation of the axle and test the racer again. Continue alternately testing and rotating the axle until the alignment has been corrected.

Tips

- Once you have adjusted the axles and your racer is rolling straight, glue the axles into place. Since the racer's wheels rotate around the axles, you will not need to turn the axles after you have corrected the alignment.

- For greater precision making bends in the axles of pinewood racers, purchase a Pro-Axle Press and a Pro-Rail Rider Tool from a hobby store.

Wedding Hairstyles With Bangs

Your big day is finally here and you've got the perfect dress, shoes and accessories; now all you need is the perfect hairstyle. You have a huge selection of memorable wedding hairstyles from which to choose, even if you decide you want to wear bangs. You can create an elegant style that features bangs to complete your wedding day look. Does this Spark an idea?

Bob With Chinese Bangs

This style will give you the look of a chic, modern bride. Chinese bangs are usually cut to lay at or above your eyebrows, so you can reveal more of your face. You can achieve your perfect look with long or short tresses. You can use accessories to match your wedding day apparel to pin longer hair behind your ears, if desired. The bob with bangs style is a cute and classy choice that won't interfere with veils or other wedding headdresses.

Pin-curled Up-do With Bangs

Pin-curled up-dos are a popular wedding hairstyle with many brides since they're simple, elegant and creative. Start out by brushing your hair up into a high ponytail. With a medium barrel curling iron, curl the hair left out of the ponytail in small sections. Take each curled section and bend into a circular shape, and secure with a hair pin, forming a pin-curl. Repeat this process until all the curled pieces have been formed into pin-curls. Flat-iron or curl your bangs, add your wedding accessories and/or headdress, and you're all set.

Spiral Curls With Bangs

Give yourself a sexy and alluring wedding hairstyle with spiral curls and bangs. This style is easy to create and will give you a sassy look with beautiful ringlets of curls and sleek bangs. Medium or large spiral curls are recommended to achieve this style. You can achieve the perfect spiral curl wedding style with long or short hair. Accent this style with beautiful accessories to complete your wedding day look.

Traditional Bun With Bangs

A bun is a traditional component in wedding hairstyles. Many women choose them because of their elegance, simplicity, and ease when paired with elaborate veils or other headdresses. This simple style can be achieved by pulling all your hair (except for your bangs) back into a ponytail and securing it in a bun by twisting it under and pinning it as you go until your bun is complete. Flat-iron or curl your bangs and your style is complete.

How to Make Your Hair Stand in a High Top Fade

The high top fade, also spelled "hi-top" fade, is a hairstyle that was popular in the hip-hop scene of the mid-to-late '80s and early '90s. While the hairstyle was popular before his band "Kid 'N Play" became popular, Kid from "Kid 'N Play" had a particularly high hi-top fade. The style became even more recognizable as "Kid 'N Play" came out with music videos and the "House Party" movies. The hairstyle itself stands straight up from the top of the head by several inches or more, fading to much shorter hair on the sides and back. Does this Spark an idea?

Place a quarter-sized dollop of hair gel in the palm of one hand. Rub hands together gently to get the gel evenly on both palms.

Bend at the waist so the hair going up in the high top points toward the floor. Rub the gel into the hair thoroughly. Apply more as needed.

Stand in front of a mirror before the gel dries. Use the palm of your hands to push any stray hairs on the side up into the high top. Apply small amounts of gel to stray strands, if necessary.

Tips

- Thin, straight hair will require more hair gel. Excessively thick hair may require very little or none.

- If your hair is very thick and will stand on its own, comb it up with hair pick.

Girl Hairstyles From the 60s

There was a drastic change in women's hairstyles between the 1950s and the 1960s. In the 1950s, hair was tightly wound and a lot more uniform. Curly hair was very popular, and if a woman had naturally straight hair, she always had it curled. In the 1960s, however, women began to leave their hair loose and free. Does this Spark an idea?

Beehive

A popular up do in the 1960s was the beehive look. The name of this look is fairly self-explanatory, hair was teased and wound around the head into a cony "beehive" look. The hair started in a pony tail and then was sectioned into two pieces; the top section was teased and pinned into a beehive shape at the top of the head, and the bottom section was curled and wrapped around the teased beehive. They curled section served to smooth out the teased part. The big teased look was very popular in the sixties.

Flips

In another popular hairstyle, women left their hair down and completely straight with tight outward flips at the end. To straighten their hair in the sixties, women used their household irons because flat irons had not been thought of yet. After placing their heads on an ironing board, they lay their hair flat under a towel and ironed it straight, then used big curlers to create the outward flip at the ends.

Long and Loose

The sixties were also a lot more relaxed than the 1950s, and it showed in the fashion. Many women left their hair long and loose. If it wasn't straight, there were large loose curls, usually starting below the ears. Many women also had long bangs along with this look, which were cut straight across the forehead.

Bob

Sleek short haircuts known as bobs were very popular in the 1960s as well. Bobs were worn with or without bangs, and either straight or backcombed. To create a more casual or playful look, women wore headbands with their bob cuts.