Brush the hair to remove tangles
Gather the hair into one section
Split the hair into two equal parts
Take a small strand from the outside of the left section
Cross that strand over and add it to the right section
Take a small strand from the outside of the right section
Cross that strand over and add it to the left section
Repeat alternating sides until you reach the ends
Hold the braid tightly as you work
Secure the end with a hair tie
Gently pull the braid apart for a fuller look if desired