How-to: Topsy Tail. The braid for us slow kids.

Lately I’ve noticed plenty of talk around the blogosphere about fabulous, intricate braids like the fishtail or even the classic french braid.  Some other bloggers (like Katie) have posted great tutorials, but as it turns out, I have pretty shiesty finger/eye/hair coordination and can’t for the life of me braid my own hair. 

It is a sad spectacle when I attempt it; one which usually ends with lots of frustrated expletives and general bitterness towards the world.

Enter the topsy tail.  Remember?  You probably wore your hair in a topsy tail when you were just a little ‘un, and I say let’s bring it back.  It’s more interesting than a ponytail, but less exasperating than a fancy braid.

It’s the braid for us slow kids.

Here’s the steps:

   

If you try it, blog about it and send me your link! I wanna see! :)

Happy almost-Friday!

Let’s Get Crafty. Kind of.

Happy Thursday morning, girls and boys!

Today I’m DIYing over at my cool friend Lindsay’s blog, so I hope you’ll stop by.  I’m making pretty pictures that look super expensive but really aren’t.  There are dragons and sexy shirtless men involved.  Except only one of those last two statements is true.  But you’re curious now, right? 

Come visit me over at Lee La La, and then go get to know the adorable Lindsay and her sweet little family and her awesome, super creative blog. 

PS – I saw this quote on a friend’s blog the other day, and it really touched me so I wanted to share it. 

“You can only become truly accomplished at something you love.  Don’t make money your goal.  Instead, pursue the things you love doing and then do them so well people can’t take their eyes off you.” ~Maya Angelou