Re-fashion your old sweater into cute winter wear

Time: 40 minutes with lace and buttons. 20 minutes withoutSupplies:  sweater, pins, scissors, sewing machine, thread, (embellishments optional)Skill level:  easy Happy ThanksgivingThis is my favorite holiday (okay, maybe Christmas; it's hard to say).I just love getting together with...

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Rock Climbing with Bella

For my English class, I was assigned to make a video and power point presentation on something I like doing, and can teach my class.I chose rock climbing.My dad was a huge climber ( I say "was" because he would still like to, but doesn't have the time anymore).  But he's taken us lots of times...

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35 Halloween menu ideas

Are you ready for Halloween?These should get you motivated!You can find all the recipes here.But most of them should be easy to figure out by sight:limeade with ping-pong-ball eyeballsbrownies al a (ghost) modepumpkin rice crispie treatsbreadstick fingersbean dip graveyardcheesy marinara faced...

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Triple French Braid Volcano Bun

Time:  15 minutesSupplies:  brush, 3 small elastics, 1 soft elastic, bobby pinsSkill level:  mediumI love this do!It's so versatile:  dressy, casual, workout--whatever you choose.  Or all three.Don't be intimidated that it looks woven or something else really hard to do.  It's...

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Potato Cheese Soup and Bread Bowls Recipe

Time:       Soup-20 min prep; cooks for 40 minutes.  (serves 8)     Bread Bowls-20 minute prep; 1-2 hours rising time, bakes for 15 minutes. (serves 8)It's that time again:  crisp cool air, overcast days, my toes freezing off the minute I step out of bed.And...

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How to make Floral Headband Wreath Crowns

Time:  25 minutesSupplies:  green floral wire, random floral stems, bendable twig-looking branch (watch & see what I mean. Mine was $1),          wire cuttersSkill level:  mediumI had so much fun making these wreaths.  This time of year is when I...

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Bohemian Twists with Buns

Time:  12 minutesSupplies:  brush, 2 clear elastics, bobby pinsSkill level:  easy+I am so sorry for slacking on my posts.  I promise to do better and get right on filming some more great hairstyles for you all.  But let me show you what I've been up to.Oh yeah, here's the video...

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Bohemian 1/2 up Headband Wrap

time:  20 minutessupplies:  brush, stretchy headband, curling iron or wand, bobby pinsskill level:  easyHave you ever had one of those days?You know--whatever can go wrong seems to.Luckily mine's not that bad.  Just a few bumps.Like I couldn't find my tripod this morning when it...

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Summer 2014

It's been a crazy, fun, busy, awesome summer.Nursing school.Lots of hours working at the care facility.As many weekends as we could swing it, playing at the lake.Two birthdays.(Neither of them mine).As many days as I could spend hanging with my fabulous cousins.But today...It was back to school.Bummer.Lucky...

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Waterfall braid with a Bow & Curls

Time:  20 minutesSupplies:  brush, 4 clear elastics, bobby pins, hairspray, curling iron or wandSkill level:  mediumThis is my cute friend Brinley.  She needed a beautiful hairstyle for her brother's wedding.And she wanted it to look thick and full!  But...her hair is SUPER...

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Fast & Easy Fishtail Top Knot Bun

Time:  3 minutesSupplies:  brush, elastic, bobby pinsSkill level:  easyI am loving this summer weather!And the break from school. (Although I'm taking a summer nursing class that's filling up my days. It's okay. It's almost over. And then I'll get paid to do all the dirty jobs I've...

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Bohemian Twist with Rope Braid

Time:  15 minutesSupplies:  brush/comb, hairspray, bobby pins, elasticSkill level:  mediumWe've got a great summer look for you.It's beachy, yet classy.You can go from sandals to heels.From bermudas to boleros...from gauchos to gowns...from shorts to shimmers.Enough of the cliches.But...

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Don't forget to blow the flowers

Amidst all the chaos in your summer, the girls of Locks and Locks of Hairstyles want you to stop and smell the flowers.  Find a firework and light it up; get a blanket and cuddle up. My dad wrote a poem for you all about his childhood summers.  Picture a scraggly blond kid on a shabby...

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Great updo hairstyle for short/fine hair

Time:  15 minutesSupplies:  brush, 3 small elastics, bobby pinsSkill level:  easySo you  may have noticed (if you've watched my video below) that my hair is brown!  And a lot shorter!Before you get all crazy and tell me how different, weird, strange, etc. it looks, just remember...

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Fourth of July Hairstyles & Crafts

Looking for a great Fourth of July hairstyle?I thought I'd post them a bit early so you can try them out.You see, I love America.  And if I think back on why, it started with my dad.I can't think of a summer where we didn't have a gigantic American flag waving on our flag pole out front, and the...

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Giveaway! Good Summer Reads?

When you see this picture what does it make you think of?Homework?  1800's classics?  Your grandpa's bookshelf?  Or a lawn chair and a big floppy hat, your feet crossed, a cool beverage by your side--while the kids play out back, or at the park, or (who cares where we are) as long as...

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Quick & Easy Bandana Bun

Time:  2 minutesSupplies:  bandana or fabric strip approximately 2" x 30", brush, bobby pinsSkill level:  easyTwo important topics today for me to tell you about...FIRST:  I hope you love this fun bandana summer do.  It's my go-to style when I don't feel like styling.  Get...

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Decorating ideas using simple baseboards

I have been having so much fun with baseboard molding.  You can do all kinds of things with it!Like keeping track of the kiddos' heights.Or framing in their cute faces every time you pass up and down the stairs.You see, I have been marking their heights (inside my pantry) since they were tiny....

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No Heat Curls! Beachy waves without heat damage

Time:  13 minutesSupplies:  brush/comb, 10-15 (2x12 fabric strips--I used flannel) hairspraySkill Level:  medium (only because you have to tie a one-handed knot)You may have noticed my LOVE of pin curls.Like this door this oneI can't resist myself.  They are the cutest, to the...

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Elastic Diamond Shaped Lace Hairstyle

Time:  20 minutesSupplies:  several small elastics, comb for partingSkill level:  mediumThought we'd shake this up from the previous posts about prom fun with this unique do.This hairstyle is completely DIFFERENT.If you're the type of gal who LOVES getting stopped so people can stare...

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Prom results....

You guys are the greatest!Thanks for all your advice on my prom dress and hairstyle.Because of you, here's how it turned out.I was going for something similar to Dress #2.  So I went to the fabric store searching for sea-foam green.  But I couldn't find it.(I was so bummed!)But then I found...

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7 Homemade/Organic Hair Treatments

There are so many fixes for your hair just waiting in your kitchen.Don't be afraid to use them.  They're generally ALWAYS less expensive than the salon-product alternative and easier to find.  So if you've got any of these seven common hair problems, here are your easy solutions.Lacking Lustre:Baking...

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Prom Help...Please

So I need a little help deciding on a dress and hairstyle for prom.And what better idea than asking you fashionistas for advice.I've come up with my top 5 picks for dresses and top 5 hairstyles.But I need your vote.Leave me a comment saying 1,2,3,4, or 5 on dresses and hair.And to really help me out,...

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Double French Braid with Woven Ribbon

Time:  20 minutesSupplies:  brush, bobby pins, 4 clear elastics, ribbonSkill level:  mediumHere's the Easter hairstyle I promised.I'm calling it Easter, but it can be an any day do.But it reminds me of a woven basket.You could weave in several more ribbons and different colors. You...

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2 Easter Hairstyles

I thought I'd post these two fun Easter/Spring styles. One is fun, the other is fancy.  Give them a try and I'll also post another before the holiday comes.The Woven Ribbon BunandThe Easter Basket of EggsBe...

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Elsa's Hairstyle from Frozen

Time:  20 minutesSupplies:  brush, comb, 2 clear elastics, bobby pins, long sockSkill level:  mediumI've been getting a lot of emails asking when the "Frozen" hairstyles are coming.So, drum roll please.................Here you go!Elsa's fat and luscious twist.Even if your hair's...

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Diagonal Pretzel Knot Twist Hairstyle

Time:  15 minutesSupplies:  brush, bobby pinsSkill level:  medium+Everybody loves our single Pretzel Knot, soI thought we'd expand on that.How about three, or four knots?That's what we tried. The big photo is with three simultaneous diagonal pretzels.  The other photos are of...

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Dutch French Braid: Puffed & Tucked

Time:  10 minutesSupplies:  brush, elastic, bobby pinsSkill level:  mediumRemember my dilemma about trying out for cheerleader or starting classes in my nursing degree this summer?Well, I gave it a ton of thought (and listened to your advice) and I didn't tryout.  The tryouts...

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How to cut Chunky layers in your hair

Time:  12 minutesSupplies:  scissors, brush/comb, clips to hold back hairSkill level:  mediumSo I've had to get clever when I want my own hair cut, because usually, the urge for a new look comes on suddenly, like a craving for homemade cookies or a diet Coke.(I personally don't like...

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Saint Patrick's Day Shamrock Hairstyle #2

Time:  20 minutesSupplies:  9 small clear elastics, brush, comb, 3 strands of green ribbon (twice the length of your hair), texturizing waxSkill level:  mediumAnother shamrock do for you all.I don't know why it's always the cool thing to do for kids to try to look like they're not...

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Ribbon Braided Shamrock Hairstyle

Time:  17 minutesSupplies:  4 elastics, ribbon (I used 3 yards)Skill level:  medium+This style is for all those of you who ask me, "What can I do with my short and fine hair?  I can't do any cool styles."Well...yes you can.If I pulled this do off on Lanie's shoulder-length,...

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9 Easy Spring Hairstyles

Every year at this time I start getting spring fever like crazy!  I'm sick of snow and cold weather!  I'm ready for long walks and the kiddos riding bike rides outside, instead of sleds, gloves, and snow skis. Yes, I did go snow skiing this year with the kids...I didn't want them to think I...

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Waterfall Taffy Braid

Time:  20 minutesSupplies:  brush/comb, 7-8 small elasticsSkill level:  mediumHappy Thursday evening to you all. I can't wait for you to try this cool braid. I love how it dangles and swags and then goes into the bigger braid.Give it a try, it's super pretty and I bet you'll...

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Beautiful Updo: Full French Twist Hairstyle

Time:  10 minutesSupplies:  brush, comb, bobby pins, hairspraySkill level:  mediumSo I have a dilemma...I have wanted to be a cheerleader for my whole life.But I also run track and love it!!! And I'm trying to earn my CNA nursing degree over the summer, and that conflicts with cheer...

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Braided Valentine's Heart Hairstyle

Time:  15 minutesSupplies:  brush/comb, 3 elastics, ribbon (optional)Skill level:  medium+Happy Valentine's Day to you all.Do you have something wonderful and lovely planned for this year's celebrating?  Or maybe a hot date you're dreaming about sharing the day with?Have I told you...

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3 Minute Hairstyles: half updo twist

Time:  3 minutesSupplies:  brush, comb, bobby pins, elastic, hairspray (optional), curling iron (optional)Skill level:  easyI don't know about you guys, but I am in aconstant hurry.I could (should) do better, but I overbook myself all the time trying to pinch in ten last-minute...

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Angel Food Cake for an Angel's Birthday

No hairstyle today, but a great recipe instead.We spent the day celebrating my angel boy's birthday.Your life was too short, little one.We love you like crazy and miss you, pal.For those of you who never met him, I'll share his Angel food cake with you and yours:12 eggs room temperature1 1/2 C...

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Braided Butterfly Bun Hairstyle

Time:  20 minutesSupplies:  Brush/comb, hairspray, 4 elastics, bobby pinsSkill Level:  medium+No stories today.Nothing clever to say.(not that we ever are)Nothing at all...other than:This is one of the prettiest hairstyles we've ever done. I love it immensely.  And I hope you'll...

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French Lace Braided X Hairstyle

Time:  12 minutesSupplies:  brush/comb, 2 elastics, 2 clips to hold hair out of the waySkill level:  mediumFor those of you who've enjoyed ourLaced S Braid(Or maybe didn't even know about it).We thought we'd tweak it a bit and do anX braid.Lace braids look super cool and hard, when really, they're...

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Natural-look Make up Tutorial

Time:  8 minutesSupplies:  moisturizer, foundation, powder, eye shadow, eyeliner, mascara, blush, lipstick, lipglossSkill level:  mediumI get so many emails asking me to show you guys how I do my make-up.But guess what?It's not that cool.  But it's not too hard either.And I...

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3-Minute Hairstyle: Loose and Messy Top Knot Bun

Time:  3 minutesSupplies:  brush, 2 elastics (one soft, one clear rubber band type), bobby pinsSkill Level:  EasyHappy New Year!Did you set your goals and resolutions?That's the best part of the new year.I've been thinking about mine, but I've been really distracted with a major test...

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