The change of seasons makes one want change too, doesn’t it? I’m continuing on my deep purge and “get-out-of-here-now” journey. I want less to take care of, worry about, clean, and see on a daily basis. Not only does it feel glorious, but I’m also still seeing changes in my own self in more ways than one. It’s been a year since I discovered I have curly hair and after a strong learning curve (pun intended). It’s time to purge my hair style with this DIY short curly bob haircut.
Now… don’t laugh. Actually, I’m having a good belly laugh… bwahaha! My twin and I need a trim.
Nuff said.
Actually, what I found was that the layers I was doing grew out heavy giving that triangle “dog ear” shape. it works if you want that, but I want more body and bounce. See my first cut HERE and updated cut HERE.
CHANGE IT UP
First, I just want to send a shout-out to all those folks, like me, who put effort into providing free tutorials, videos, build plans, recipes, etc. It makes my life so much easier! With that, I want to thank Love Haircut for sharing the tutorial that made this easier for me. Full tutorial by Love Haircut HERE.
To get this DIY haircut party started, I washed and conditioned my hair. No styler, just clean and wet.
Second, a huge shout-out to my daughter, Simone (aka. Miss S), for taking the time to do this haircut for me. While attempting this myself was possible, I wanted to watch her do it and build her confidence as well. She’s not an adult legally just yet but is one of the most amazing adults I know for numerous reasons (all my children, actually). She had an hour to loan to me and she rocked it (see in the video below)
To start, she began with four vertical sections on the back of my head.
Then, there were two sections on each side from the ear forward. In addition, instead of straight cutting or end cutting, she point-cuts each section for texture and flow.
Using a wider tooth comb, she pulled down the bottom layer of one of my back sections and cut off approximately two inches to rest just above my shoulders. The comb was not meant to have any tension but hold the hair in place. That way there wasn’t any large jumps in the curls making for an uneven cut.
Next, she worked around to the sides cutting them the same as the back sections using the bottom as a guide.
It floors me that I look down and see tons of curls laying all over the floor!
LAYERING
Finally, it’s time to layer. First, using the bottom layer as a guide, she pulls the hair out from the occipital bone out at a 45° angle. Then, using the crown as a guide to pull the hair at a 90° angle.
After this, she creates a center part on top to over-direct one side to the other to cut working down to the parietal ridge using the back crown piece as the guide.
Afterward, continue down each side cutting in 90° angle layers. Repeat for the other side. Finally, if no hard part is desired, take center top and pull up at 90° angle and notch. However, if face framing is desired, cut that in at this time as well.
WRAP-UP
To conclude, I then use my homemade flax seed gel to brush style (see video), then pixie and hover diffuse for the finish.
I love it! Yes, it’s going to take getting used to how to style (see video for how I do all that). However, it’s exciting to see how much life is now in my layers.
Not only is it fuller, but also swings wonderfully.
Are you feeling inspired yet? I hope you’re at least enjoying my curly hair journey with me. In case you’re curious, at this point, I don’t intend to go any shorter. On my lifting day (wash day, dirty hair), I attempted ponytails so I could have it up and look at these panda buns… tee hee!
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To conclude with praises for all who help me in my curly journey is an understatement. Leave me some comment below on my DIY short curly bob haircut, plus pin and share. Have you ever had a bob? Or maybe learned later in life you have textured hair too?
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Larissa, I just want to say that you look fabulous. Thank you for continuing to share your curly hair journey.
And a big shout out to Miss S – what an incredible job she did!
Hearing that means much (to me and to my daughter who was nervous!) 😀 Thank you, Sherin. I’m glad I got a break in doing my own for a change.
That looks fantastic on you! Cutest cut yet!!! You have passed on your amazing talents… bravo!!! 🥰
woot, woot! I just love how bouncy it is and is still versatile. I was worried I’d lose some with going much shorter on top.
Girl you have always amazed me on everything. Hair looks great and you and the family are great. How do you do it.?
aww… thank you, Barbara. I’m truly blessed with the best kids and health.
I wish I had a few curlls . mine is so straight. Good job MS S.
I always, always wanted curly hair and I had no idea they were there! It explains so much of my youth and messy hair. haha.
Such a cute haircut and out looks great on you! Kudos to your daughter!
I wear my hair in a short pixie because I have board straight hair. So I enjoy a great curly style.
Yay! I feel like a new person and it really is true because so much has changed inside and out. Thank you so much for the “hug”, Gayle.
WOW, your daughter did such a beautiful job! Is she learning to be a professional hair stylist? She would make a great one, even if it’s a side hustle. And the shorter bob looks very cute on you, your curly hair is gorgeous!
YES! I couldn’t agree more. She is, like me, wanting to learn for the sake of learning, but more for fun. Thank you!!
Well done Miss S. !
You look great, Larissa, nice curls !
Thanks so much, Helene!
Cute Miss S did a fabulous job cutting your hair! The style is really flattering for your face, and makes you look so young. Perfection🤩
I agree! Her first time doing major changes and I think she rocked it thanks to the tutorial. Thanks you bunches, Sheryl.
you and your daughter both rock. your hair is gorgeous.
How fun are you, Gayle! 😀 Thank you so much on behalf of both of us.
Very cute. I always wanted natural curly hair but my is straight. Your daughter did a great job on the cut. We need something new every now and then.
I get it because I felt the same for 45 years. This is nuts for me! 😀 Yes, you are so right on both accounts.
What a gorgeous cut Larissa and it looks so low maintenance too. I too have a short cut now. Cannot be bothered with styling and all that. I love your cut.
Thank you for the sweet compliment, Mary. Yes, much easier for me and maybe one day I’ll grow it out again, but I’m loving the freedom this brings in time, care, and just bounce. 😀
WOW! This is the best yet! Normally I’m drawn to longer hair, but YOU LOOK FABULOUS with this cut!!! Good job, both of you!
aww… that is the sweetest compliment, Becky. It’s crazy as I always pictured myself with long hair after my stent of short hair for several years. The curls are definitely more fun shorter.
I spent my first 40 years straightening and lightening my hair! I am a natural redhead with a mound of curls. Twenty years ago I decided to let my hair do its thing. Suddenly, people were complimenting my hair, stopping me in the streets and the stores. One lady ran up to me in the store asking me to “stop for a moment please” as she yelled at her young daughter to come see my hair. It seemed she hated her curls and her mother was trying to convince her how beautiful they were. LOL, I have come to terms with my hair finally and now I too love my curls. I am so glad you found yours because they look so beautiful on you. Girls with Curls ROCK!
What a fabulous and fun story, Marietta! I love that you embraced yourself in any fashion and got rewarded for it. Here’s being YOU!
Larissa, your hair is beautiful, lucky you with all those curls. Miss S did a fantastic job, you must be proud of her. Thanks for sharing.
Edna, I have to tell ya that I still can’t believe it’s my actual hair. There are days I walk around feeling like I had my hair done and it’s actually day 3 after a wash and it’s still holding well. It’s unbelievable the difference! Thank you for the affirmation for my daughter and me.
Finding your curls has been amazing!! All those gorgeous curls hidden under all.that.hair. when it was long!. You look young and vibrant — really such a great cut for you!! Your daughter did a great job!! Keep the curls!!
Oh yes. I waited all my life to have curls and there’s no going back! Thank you for the sweet words, Marti. I love it!
You look great! Such a good job my Miss S! I have the same hair story as you only my mom permed my hair every year to give me the curls that I wanted-HaHa. If only we had had bowl diffusers back then maybe I would have learned earlier how to bring out my natural curl. Oh well, just thankful I have them now. I just had my hair cut into a curly bob as well-very similar to yours. I can’t say I love it yet-as I’ve always loved long hair but menopause had other ideas for me-lol. So I’m going with it. I have really enjoyed seeing you evolve as life has changed for you the last few years. You are doing it gracefully.
Thank you, Jennifer. It’s funny to me because I didn’t even request a perm as a child – my mother wanted me to be trendy. I’m excited you found your curl-destiny too! I appreciate the affirmation as it means much.