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    Posted: November 19 2006 at 10:47am
hi Ladies --
 
Quick question here:  i've so far had two installs using the sewn-in method--
 
Does anyone have any tips/tricks to help disguise the wefts at the crown when using the sewn-in method? Shocked
 
ps--
I'm still workin on getting pics up so that i can get some good feedback from your girls
 
thanks!!
 
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Only three ways I know of...

1. Leave some of your own hair out at the crown to cover
2. Use a closure piece
3. Use a closure method

ThAbAdDeStBaBy has some of the BEST tutorials on all aspects of weaving.. I hope she doesn't mind me sharing..

Closing a sewn in weave
These are the basic instructions on how to close a weave w/out a closure but with regular tracks.
http://public.fotki.com/ThAbAdDeStBaBy3/how_to_folder/closing_a_sewn_in_weave/

The entire weave (sewn in) w/closure instructions/pics
The entire weave from beginning to end.
http://public.fotki.com/ThAbAdDeStBaBy3/how_to_folder/the_entire_weave/

Basic's on doing a sew-in weave
How to do a weave (partial weave). For those that need a visual on weaving.
http://public.fotki.com/ThAbAdDeStBaBy3/how_to_folder/basics_on_doing_a/

Fresh relaxer with wetsetting how to
Shows the process of getting a relaxer and doing a roller/wetset. Not all steps are shown such as the actual parting and rolling hair on rods
http://public.fotki.com/ThAbAdDeStBaBy3/how_to_folder/fresh_relaxer_with/


Attaching the already made closure piece
A how to on attaching an already made weave closure (for parts and crown). The basics...
http://public.fotki.com/ThAbAdDeStBaBy3/how_to_folder/attaching_the_alrea/
Check out the 5th So Cal offline luncheon?? For more info: divahairtalk.overthehillweb.com/lunch.html

Links to my fav vendors & hair albums + Weave 101 information: divahairtalk.overthehillweb.com
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My hair is thin too, so I always have to tease and smooth over the top layer to hide the extensions.  I then use hair spray to keep it in place.
http://www.Godiva-Hair.com
http://www.MetamorphosisHairDesign.com
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thanks so much, ladies!Smile
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