Rope braid / twist

One of the easiest braids is the rope braid or twist: a two strand braid made by twisting the strands. Really quick and easy, but still different than a regular braid. So: perfect for when you want something different with your hair and don't have much time!

The technique:
Rope braid tutorial

Ideas:

The easiest way to do the rope braid / twist, is with all of the hair. For a looser hairstyle you can start without an elastic, if you want a tighter twist, then start from a ponytail.

Small rope braids make a cute accent braid, like with this 5 strand headband braid.

A rope braid can also be used to be turned into a bun!

Lucy's hairstyle from the movie Prince Caspian is also made from twists.

Do a twist on each side of the head and then pin them to the other side to create a crown braid. If you like, you can add braids as accents.

A twist can be used to pull another braid through. Here, four braids have been pulled through the twists.

Rope braids are also fun to create a heart with!