Chasing Cozy

by Leslie Claire

HAIR

DIY: SHELL BARRETTES AND HAIR PINS

DIY shell hair barettes for boho braids

Seashell everything is trending this summer and I am here for it! AS FL gal myself, I love the texture and unique colors shells bring to the table. Plus, the extra kick of earth tones brings in the beach goddess, glowy vibes 😉

For this DIY I’m going to show the EASIEST way to add some summer flair to your boho hairstyles.

SUPPLIES

  • shells of your choice
  • bobby pins or barrettes
  • super glue
  • scissors
  • tweezers (optional)
supplies for DIY shell hair barettes for boho braids

 

HOW TO

  1. Gather your shells. I found this vintage shell necklace at an Estate sale and dismantled it for this project.
  2. Adhere shells to you pins or barrettes using superglue. I used tweezers for this to avoid getting it on my hands. (No one wants to mess up freshly painted nails.)
  3. Let the glue dry and add in another layer of shells if you’d like!
supplies for DIY shell hair barettes for boho braids

 

DIY shell hair barettes for boho braids

I love the way these turned out, and next time I’m going to try our a hair comb like the one I wore in our wedding so I can layer on more color and give a faux shell crown effect. This would be cute to wear in the back for a half up half down look, or on the side with a simple beachy wave.

beachy boho layered bracelets with shells

 

beachy boho layered bracelets with shells

 

 
 
DIY shell hair barettes for boho braids

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VALENTINE’S DAY HAIRSTYLE- BUBBLE PONYTAIL

bubble ponytail DIY

I’ll start with a disclaimer: I’ve never been a huge fan of Valentine’s Day. It’s just not my thing. With the recent move to Michigan and our wedding coming up, I felt like this year it would be nice to celebrate “us” and appreciate the fact that we are able to live together and be together. We don’t have any plans yet, but I’m hoping they include dinner in our new city (hint hint, James).

This hairstyle is one that is easily completed in less than five minutes and can be dressed up or down. That’s my speed. I love including different hair accessories depending on the season and this ponytail gives the perfect canvas to do so.

The steps are simple and do not require a ton of tools.

Supplies for bubble ponytail DIY

You will need:

–Dry shampoo or texturizing spray
–Clear elastics
–Hair accessories

The steps are:

1. Brush the major tangles out
2. Put your hair in a low pony using the clear hair elastics. The messier the better. Wrap a section of hair around to cover the elastic, and tuck it into the elastic under the ponytail to hide he tail.

long blonde ponytail

3. Create a section by using a second elastic a few inches down, depending on how long your hair is.
4. Pull the sides of your first section to add more volume and create a “bubble” effect.

Steps bubble ponytail DIY

5. Repeat to create a second “bubble.” I only added in two this time, but you could do as many as you like.

Steps bubble ponytail DIY

6. Add in your favorite hair scarf or scrunchie and you’re ready for cocktails.

TIP: The dirtier your hair, the better. I have straight hair and dirty hair is the only way for me to get any type of texture or wave to stay.

Steps bubble ponytail DIY

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Bubble Ponytail DIY

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