Hair braiding
Plaiting hair into French, Dutch and box braids or cornrows, on yourself or others.
Hair braiding
- To start
- $30
- Each month
- $5
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 20 minutes or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It has a steady rhythm you can sink into.
- It's hands-on from start to finish.
- It rewards care and fine detail.
- There's no one to beat, ever.
You’ll like it if
- You want to build something of your own
- You want to switch off
- You want to get really good at something
Maybe not if
- You want something fast and exciting
What it feels like
Hair braidingAverage craft & Making hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$30Cheaper to start than 55% of hobbies
$5Over a year, more than the kit
$90About $0.87 an hour at 2 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Practise a three-strand braid on a mannequin head or a friend, then try a French braid from the crown.
20 minutes or moreAt homeVery easy to start
Questions
How much does hair braiding cost to start?
About $30 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $5 a month once you are going.
How much time does hair braiding take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 20 minutes or more.
Can I do hair braiding at home?
Yes. Fits in a bag.
Is hair braiding good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Practise a three-strand braid on a mannequin head or a friend, then try a French braid from the crown.
Do I need other people for hair braiding?
No. It works fine on your own, though plenty of people do it together.