While plaiting or braiding might seem complicated, it is actually easy after a little practice by following these simple steps: 1. Brush or comb hair out removing any knots or snarls. 2. Divide hair into three equal sections (it is most helpful if they are all of a similar length as well). 3. Fold one of the outside segments over the middle segment then the other outside segment over the middle. 4. Continue folding outside over middle until you have the desired length and then secure with a covered rubber band, pony tail holder or hair clip. 5. You can change the look of the plait by varying the tension held at each fold.