So you think you can TRIM....HAIR???

Ok, this post in NO WAY is to take away from any hairstylist and what they make for a living. It is in fact a little help, for the brave- who think they can save a few bucks by stretching a haircut a few more weeks.


I am not responsible for any HOME haircut mistakes...or CUTS!!


This post just gives you a few little tips- that I think are very do-able to the reader....if you feel brave enough. The good thing about kids and men's hair....it grows fast & they can wear a hat if it looks that bad!!

Here is what you will need....

1 pair of texture shears, 1 pair of shears, 1 comb, trimmers (electric or cordless) You can get all these supplies at Sally's if you have one in your area. For the price you pay- think about all the hair cuts you could save on??

Oh yeah- a cute kid or person too.....a cape or towel to drape on their shoulders. Go check this earlier post I did of the same kid......4 years ago!!! Same picture- same cuteness!!

I also want to say- TRY THIS ON AN ADULT FIRST......kids may not have the Patience. They only reason I did a child- is because I needed and adult to take the pictures!!

Start with the Perimeter....outside lines of the hair. Here I am holding his face and cutting with my scissors right up against his skin. Be very careful not to scratch them.

If you feel like you might scratch them or say they need a bang trim...cut this way....chipping in the edge of the straight line of hair.Then continue all the way around- combing the hair forward and cutting a straight line. Then you can go back with the texture shears to blend in the bangs with the rest of the hair- holding your comb and shears like this.
Comb the hair up in small sections and pull it up all the way- until it almost falls out of your fingers....about the length that I have in this picture.


Move all the way across and over on the sides. (gotta love the fact the kid loves to smile @ the camera!!)

If you find it easier to do this......comb up the hair and what is left on the under side.....snip that. This technique is for the sides & back only!!

Remember ONLY using the texture shears.....do this- otherwise it might be gapped up....leave this for the professional- to cut with the shears!!

Then to trimming the edges.....You might just like to skip all the other steps and just do this- If your man need an emergency trim up and you have no appointment!!Use the trimmers right at the point that they want their sideburns. And with the trimmers turned on....place them in that spot and pull down....gently!!
Then go very carefully around the ear. You may want to pull it back- just be careful NOT to go too high!!! That would be called "white-walls"!!!

Go behind the ear- folding the ear forward and combing all the hair forward.

Continue to go all the way down to the neck line. Then comb all the hair straight down and go from middle to side out-----IF YOU GO SIDE TO SIDE....you might not be even. Starting the middle and go out to each side.

There you have it. Your man or little man- is trimmed up and can go about 2-3 more weeks before their next hair cut. And it will save you a few bucks a year- probably one-two haircuts a year?? I have no clue really.

My advice is honestly, if you feel nervous or don't feel confident- don't worry about the few bucks spared- GO TO THE BARBER!!! Because if you don't feel like you can do it. You might have that gut feeling that is saying....NO- THIS IS A MISTAKE!!

If you feel brave and you can do- GO FOR IT!!! You would really be surprised HOW MANY moms and wives cut or trim theirs husbands or kids hair!!! Amazing!!

Like I mentioned earlier....As the Dryer Turns....and Mollie are not liable for your cuts in anyway!!! This is strictly a simple way to trim and you don't have to do it!!

Try it and give me your feed back....or do you already cut your family's hair- tell me about it??

Mollie

Button..Button...who wants a Button??

My real life friend Bekah....who we go to church with....super sweetie pie!! She is also a very crafty & creative person!!! She made a Button for her blog the other day.....so of course.....I HAD TO HAVE ONE TOO!!!!!

So, the great friend that she is......she made me one!!!! She did it in a SNAP- check it out!!!! If you read her blog on the post she got her button- you could do your own...or if not she might be able to help you!!!

If you want to add it to your BLOG- help yourself. It is over on the right side of my blog. Just go to your layout and add it as a Gadget!!

I just love it- it is me.....simple yet- sassy!!! What do you think. She is super smart & I could have NEVER figured it out myself!!! Gotta Love a girl who is cute with brains!!

Mollie

My Mission

I am going on a Missions trip this summer!! I am so excited- Don't know what to expect... except Blessings!! I am sure my eyes will be opened to more that the work for the Lord- but also how good we have it here in the good ole' USA!!

I am going to Lima Peru. I will keep you posted if you would like to donate to the mission trip please leave me your email in the comment box or send me a private email at dryerturns@hotmail.com.

If you are a friend of the Family.....look for a letter in the mail for more information!!

God had good things in store for this summer and my trip- I know and I am thanking him in advance for it!!

Mollie

Good weather....good times!!

Yesterday the boys got to go on a squirrel hunt with B & BoBo....here are the results..... a COON!! Good times & good memories had by all.

Then they got home and rode the Gator around. The weather has been nice in the 60's for the last few days!!! Spring is just around the corner!! I can't wait...my favorite seasons are Spring & Fall!! I love the temperature and we like to be outside!!

Poor Troy got sick last night & has not felt good today- say a prayer that is tummy will be all better, think it was something he ate??

Mollie

Funny Friday

Here's my NEW FENCE......NEW CLOTHES LINE.....all in one!!!

My drying rack I have had for 10+ years decided to break.....so I had no other choice. I cannot dry B's jeans in the dryer.....they might shrink. Not to mention I can ONLY wash 2 pairs at time in a super capacity washer!! It is hard to come by a 42x40 size jeans so don't want them to shrink!!! So I had no resort....just had to throw them over the edge of our new fence!!

Next thing I know I am going to hear Jeff Foxworthy say "you might be a redneck if....you hang your jeans out to dry on the brand new fence!!"

Nothing like paying GOOD money to have a fence built to hang your clothes on and keep the spoiled dog in the house!! Thanks Renee....good point!! HA!!

Mollie

Tips for Kids Cuts

This will be the last week for HAIR for you!!

So, if you have any questions about hair leave them in the comment box.

I will still answer them!

Today I am giving tips on kids cuts!!

First off- make sure they are comfortable and sitting in a booster seat of some sort...this is my homemade seat....a step stool!! Most stylist will have a nice comfy chair- but you might want to stay close...and arms reach. Just in case you have a leaper!! Some kids like to just hold your hand- that is usually fine as long as you stay out of the stylist way!!


Here I am cutting C's hair.......this is my shop @ my house. Of course you can tell by the mess & the exercise machines.....it is not a working shop anymore!! I only cut my boy's hair now.

The main point of the picture is LOOK at WHAT he is watching....TV/movie!!! If you salon does not have a TV for your kids to watch- take a portable DVD player!! Your stylist will thank you!!

It has always been a trick of mine- since the first salon I worked in had them.....Oh the kids loved it too!! You have to block out the noise...but a child to sit still for a haircut....worth it!!

Then of course a bride never hurt any kid.....I always have suckers or candy for them afterwards...sometimes you have to break them out before the cut is over!!

They can snack on a bag of treats too!!
A few other things to keep in mind:

~NEVER EVER say....."sit still or she will CUT OFF YOUR EARS!!!!" Oh my....the kids might make a break for it?? That will most likely make the kid scared of getting a hair cut!!

~It is best....if the kid is not watching TV- to NOT have them look at the mirror while getting a haircut...most might dodge the scissors!! Others might want to watch every cut in the mirror- which ever works for your child.

~Haircuts should not be a forced thing-unless they are unable to sit by themselves or want you to hold them. Don't HOLD your kid down screaming for a haircut!! Try a stylist that is kid friendly. Most large towns have a fun environment places for kids...tv/balloons/suckers!!

~When your child gets a haircut....remind them only stylist can cut our hair. Then when you are using scissors to cut paper....remind them we only cut paper with scissors. Hopefully you will not have any ER visits or HOME haircuts by 5 year old!!

~Always prep your kids for it.....Tell them what to expect, how to act, and you might want to go first and let them watch- the first time. It is always best otherwise to make them go first the next time, that way their attention and patience is still intact for their turn!!

If you have any questions about kids cuts just ask??

Youngest child's hair I cut......9 days old!!! Luke had hair half way down his back. He is 7 now!!


Mollie

Thick & Curly hair

Continuing with the "Hair for you" month of hair FAQ....Here is the answer to Mandy my friend who has two beautiful little girls!! Mandy's hair is THICK and Curly. and mid-length to long. Here Mandy is pregnant with her youngest daughter & holding her oldest daughter- she is a super sweet mother to her babies!!

So my ideas are here......

I love Kate's hair- It always looks wind blown....yet perfect. I think her key is LONG layers and GOOD product!! Here bangs are grown out and so she can always pull them back. You could have side bangs- but unless you plan on wearing your hair straight all the time I would not have FULL bangs across the front.

Just like Kate- this model had the soft curls. Key to soft curls that don't get frizzy....PRODUCT!! There are so many on the market I cannot begin to suggest for each and every curl. But definitely to some anti-frizz or defining curl cream.

I would also use a diffuser for curly hair it looks like this.......You work your curls through the teeth of the diffuser and place it on your scalp- use HIGH heat then your cold shot to hold in the curl. It will make your curls more defined!!

I think since your hair is cut shorter now Mandy...I like this look best....then you can always straighten it too- It might be easier to wear it curly though??

Here is a shorter look in the same style on Sarah Jessica. I love the way her bangs are. And how easy would this length be?? When I had a BIG perm....it was so easy to just throw some gel in it diffuse until mostly dry and rum out the door!!Another key to curly hair- is to keep it conditioned!!

Then if you hair started looking like this......Well, there is always the CHI!!!!
Ok Mandy what do you think??

Mollie