Nikol Ostrovski

As I sit down to write this final wrap-up post, I am filled with a deep sense of accomplishment and reflection. This learning project has been a transformative experience, not only in terms of the skills I’ve acquired but also in the personal and educational growth I have undergone. In this post, I will summarize my journey, highlight key milestones, and reflect on the broader implications of what I have learned. Setting the Stage: The Initial Goals When I embarked…

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The art of braiding has always fascinated me, offering a unique blend of creativity, precision, and patience. Over the past few weeks, I have immersed myself in this world, starting with the basic 2,3 strand braids to Dutch braids, french braiding, and waterfall braids, moving on to box braids, and now, I am excited to share my latest experiment the dutch crown braid. This week, I decided to challenge myself with the Dutch crown braid, a style that exudes elegance….

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In the realm of personal growth and continuous learning, my latest endeavor has been mastering the intricate art of box braiding.  Box braiding stood out due to its combination of beauty, functionality, and the precision required to execute it properly. I was drawn to the structure and neatness of the braids, knowing that this would be a skill that would not only test my patience but also enhance my creativity. Before diving into the actual braiding, I did extensive research….

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This week’s braiding project was inspired by a captivating video I stumbled upon on Tiktok- Water fall braiding . The platform, known for its short, engaging clips and Waterfall braids, is a treasure trove of tutorials and creative ideas. One evening, while scrolling through my feed, I came across a video of someone effortlessly creating a beautiful waterfall braid Beautiful water fall braids. The way their fingers moved with precision and grace was mesmerizing. Inspired by this, I decided to embark…

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In the third week of my learning project, I decided to focus on mastering the art of French and Dutch braiding. This decision was both a challenge and a delight. Braiding hair, especially in intricate styles like these, requires dexterity, precision, and a good understanding of hair texture and movement. Here’s a closer look at my journey in mastering these braids: French Braids: French braids are elegant and versatile, ideal for both casual and formal settings. The braid starts at…

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In my last blog post, I shared how I renew my childhood passion for braiding hair and embarked on a journey to master this intricate art. Since then, I have made significant progress and learned a lot along the way, today I want to share my next steps and the exciting new techniques I am exploring. Mastering Two- and Three-Strand Braids Starting with the basics was the best decision I could have made, focusing on perfecting two- and three-strand braids…

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Deciding on a project was a real challenge for me. I cycled through several ideas, but none of them felt quite right. I wanted to choose something I was passionate about, something that would push me to learn and grow. After much contemplation, I finally found inspiration in an unexpected place: braiding hair. When I was younger, I used to braid my friends’ hair during recess. We would sit in a circle on the playground, and I would weave simple…

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