How to Make a Round Braid

Learning how to make a round braid is easier than you may think. You can do this with four strands, eight strands or even more. The more you practice a round braid, the easier it will be to make one. This classic hairstyle is great for everything from a night out with your loved one to a day at the office. The following includes the basic steps to make a round braid.

The first thing you should do to make a round braid is to wash, brush and comb your hair. All of the knots in your hair should be removed so that it is easier to weave your hair. Once you have done this, you need to divide your hair into four sections. You can do this with ponytail holders or with clips. The four sections of hair should be spaced out so that you can keep track of each section of hair.

You are now ready to start weaving. To do this, you need to begin by taking the section of hair that is on the right-hand side. You will take this outer strand and weave it under the middle sections and over the last section. This is called the "under two, reverse direction, over one" pattern common in weaving.

Now that you know this basic weaving pattern, you will repeat it, alternating between sides. For example, you would next begin with the outer left hand strand and repeat the pattern. Alternate this pattern six or seven times and a round braid should begin to form.

You want to make sure that when you are weaving, that you pull the hair tightly so the braid stays put. If you pull too loosely, you risk the braid coming undone. Once you have no more hair to weave, be sure to secure the braid using a ponytail holder or clip. If you have thin hair, try using hairspray so that the braid stays in place.