Braiding Techniques

BTC University

Included with your BTC University membership

About This Course

Learn styling techniques to create an on-trend chain braid and a five-strand half upstyle that are perfect for both festivals and bridal parties. Shayla Robertson (@samirasjewelry) demos different step-by-step styling techniques, braiding tips and foundation-building cheats.

What You'll Learn

Correct hand placement for easier braiding

Step-by-step chain braid technique

Styling technique for creating a 5-strand half upstyle

How to properly prep hair for long-lasting styles

How to build a round bump foundation for upstyling

Pancaking tips for full-bodied braids

How to embellish braids with jewels and hide hairpins

Course Chapters

15 chapters
  • 1Intro + Overview 1
  • 2Sectioning + Teasing
  • 3Pinning the Hair
  • 4Braiding
  • 5Curling
  • 6Final Look 1
  • 7Overview 2
  • 8Sectioning
  • 9Braiding the Chain
  • 10Converting Into an Updo
  • 11Curling the Front
  • 12Final Look 2
  • 13Q&A
  • 14Converting Look 1 Into an Updo
  • 15Final Looks + Recap