Half Up Hairstyles for the Summer

These adorable and plump fish tail braids are inspired by Japanese schoolgirls and their school-appropriate yet manga-infused beauty looks. A little bit Lolita and a little bit American Apparel, this hair look combines braids with slightly curled hair for a fun summertime way ...more

Short hair makes care and upkeep easy - a 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner and you're ready to go - but also limits your styling options. Increase the vocabulary in your short hairstyle lexion by watching this video. You'll treat your short locks to a twisted bohemian hairstyle ...more

This video tutorial is going to show you how to orange chicken burgers. This is a summer time burger. Ingredients are ground chicken, fresh mint, mayonnaise, one orange, sesame seed buns and salt. Take a pound of ground chicken in a bowl; add orange dressing, one tea spoon of ...more

This tutorial teaches viewers how to do a Cowboy Casanova hair style for short hair similar to Carrie Underwood's. You need to add volume to your hair by shortening it. Gather a small portion of the bottom part of your hair. This is where most of the long strands are. Separate ...more

French braids are undeniably the older, more put together and elegant sister of regular braids. This makes French braids a beautiful alternative to normal braids for times when you want to look gorgeous with minimal effort. Take a look at this video to learn how to create thr ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a glamorous 1940's pageboy vintage hairstyle. First, set your hair in curlers after the shower and then allow them to dry. After this, release the curls and star to brush your hair from the ends up, working through all of it. Now, take sect ...more

In this video, we learn how to create a Fergie "Meet Me Halfway" hairstyle. First, clip the top of your hair up and curl the bottom of your hair with a curling iron. When it comes out of the curl, place our hair in a bobby pin into the curl, while wrapping it up into the head. ...more

Who doesn't want to enjoy a nice big bowl of freshly fried crab cakes on a warm summer's day? These bite-sized shellfish goodies are delicious, sure, but they definitely not as charming on your waistline. If you still want to fit into your bikini without giving up crab cakes e ...more

To do this sausage you are going to need some venison meat and, preferably, pork, the fat in it helps to bind the sausage. Cut all meat in smaller pieces. Blend tender quick, ground black pepper, garlic powder and ground mustard in a bowl and ad it to the meat before you grind ...more

In this how-to video, you will learn how to trim rose bushes. You will need a pair of shears and roses. Cut anything growing from the summer. You should also cut any old wood as well. This will leave new growth for the rose bushes. The best way to remove this is to go in and c ...more

Most pasta salad is very "American" and full of fatty things like mayonnaise. By adjusting a few ingredients and adding some yummy veggies, you can transform your salad and have a healthy addition to your outdoor summer party menu! In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make ...more

In this clip, learn how to make Betty's most elegant dessert - strawberries romanoff! This tasty twist on summer fruit is a great, simple dish to serve your guests when dinner is done. You will lick the bowl when you finish these sweet babies - they are so good! You Will Need: ...more

John Kass from the Chicago Tribune and Gary Wiviott, author of Low & Slow, demonstrate how to make perfect ribs. The first step is to run them under cool water and rinse them with cider vinegar to clean them off. Second, coat them with mustard. This holds the rub on the rib. B ...more

Master Gardener Rosamarie Maddox asks John White, Doña Ana County Extension Agent, about problems facing her pecans, grapevines, and native shrubs. An unidentified insect found on her pecan tree is identified by John White as a Twice Stabbed Ladybug. This ladybug is a useful i ...more

The young female presenter starts by recommending the Chi Turbo Digital Ceramic Spring Curling Iron for the project. She starts the hairstyle by sectioning the top half of hair and clipping it to the top of her head. Then she takes a 1 to 1 1/2 inch strand of hair from the bot ...more

If you’re looking for a new drink to make your signature then with summer just around the corner you have to try a Campari and soda. This drink is easy to make and is popular and refreshing because of the soda water and the fresh lime. Watch this video to learn how to make a ...more

Craving cookies but don't want to turn your kitchen into a sauna? Don't fret. Just turn your car into an oven! Watch this video to learn how to bake cookies on your car's dashboard. Step 1. Prepare the cookie sheet Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray. If you’re using pre ...more

Follow this video which provides a good simple explanation on how to do a great hairstyle in a few minutes. When wearing a dress which has a lot of ornaments and details around the neckline it is a good idea to avoid having your hair in the way. Thus by applying a half up half ...more

The half updo is a perennial favorite in fantasy and period pieces, from Lord of the Rings to Mysts of Avalon to the Renaissance Faire or any other event for which you want a period hairstyle. Even if you're all thumbs, you'll be able to replicate this popular hairstyle.

The trouble with replicating an Angelina Jolie red carpet look is you never know where to begin, from Jolie's sultry winged cat eyes to perfectly coiffed hair to pale but contoured beestung lips. There's so much to pick from, but it's nice to take style cues from the hot mama ...more

The half up, half down hairstyle complete with teased crown has been adopted by many girls about town for both its easiness to do and sexy, face-framing nature. Learn how to get this style seen on Jessica Alba and more recently on Miley Cyrus for her "Can't Be Tamed" music vi ...more

Are you looking for a fun new summer hairstyle? Something elegant and glamorous for a party, prom, or wedding? This video tutorial will show you how to style your long hair in this up look. Follow the simple instructions of this video to give yourself a fresh summer hair style.

This is a beautiful half up do that is perfect for special events like first dates, proms and weddings. Anytime you want to look like a princess, watch this video and follow the step by step instructions to give yourself this glamorous hairstyle.

No matter how you usually wear your hair, during the summer there's no hairstyle more chic and comfortable at the same time than the classic ponytail. A ponytail gets all the hair out of your face so you don't sweat up a storm, plus looks polished. Check out this hairstyling ...more

Snooki's hair is a pop culture phenomenon all its own, independent of Snooki's drunken antics and parodied tan bed addiction. And all that hair is in no small part thanks to Bump Its, little inserts that create major volume for bouffants and other big hairstyles. Look like Sn ...more

In this video, Sarah teaches us how to do a spider web hairstyle on your American Girl. You can do this with any doll, even if they have short hair. To start, you will pull the hair from the front of the head back and then clip it in the middle. Next, take the sides of the hai ...more

We love bohemian hairstyles: The loose, beachy waves, pretty curls, and sprinkling of braids look princessy and oh so feminine. But when you have to get up at 5 AM in the morning to get ready for school it's not as easy to muster up the patience to plait, pin up, and curl your ...more

You don't need to be on the beach to get that classic wavy beach hair summer feel. Primp Powder Out shows you the steps to create this summer bridal beach waves hairstyle. You shouldn't start out with freshly washed hair, but day-old washed hair. Then you start the curling iro ...more

This gorgeous crescent moon hairstyle consists of loose hair braided behind your head into a twisted chignon, the rest of your hair on the other side let loose for a novel take on the idea of a half up, half down hairstyle. This hairstyle mainly focuses on the back, as the sh ...more

Ditch those wimpy flat strands in favor of touchable volume this summer by watching this hair tutorial by MakeupByTiffanyD. After all, there is a reason that "Victoria's Secret hair" is the most requested hairstyle year-round by beauty-saavy gals all over. Bouncy waves boasti ...more

Baron Brunton and VideoJug demonstrate how to make a Banana Marble Drop cocktail. A simple, sweet cocktail, perfect to enjoy on a hot summer's day. This is a shaken cocktail. It is shaken to blend the ingredients together and then strain it into the glass to serve. Firstly, ch ...more

Leave room on the outdoor grill for some zucchini and squash, two vegetables that make a nice accompaniment to whatever you're cooking up. Watch this video to learn how to make grilled zucchini and summer squash. You Will Need * A grill * A steel brush * A clean cloth * Vege ...more

Lauren Conrad is becoming known for her funky hair twists, braids and styles. In this video, learn how to get a cool "V-Twist" hairstyle ala LC on "The Hills". This hairstyle is great for a summer day, or keeping your bangs and layers out of your eyes. If you would like to sty ...more

This hair styling video will show you how to create a cute summer hairstyle known as "beachy waves."

A good hairstyle for in the summer when it is hot and you want it pulled back.

Pompadours sound kind of, well, pompous, and look rather prosh. With a literal "I'm above you" upward beehive bump that towers over your own head and others, a pompadour is a hairstyle with 'tude, and while before people that it was too ostentatious to wear, starlets like Jenn ...more

The great thing about braids is that they're so incredibly versatile. Spin a single braid through the crown of your hair and let the rest of your locks loose and you've got a pretty Lauren Conrad, girl next door look going on. Or add a few curls using a curling iron and tie yo ...more

This is a super cool hairstyle that involves the best parts of all worlds: braids, ponytails and poofs! In this video, learn how to create this hot party girl style that will have everyone wondering how you could have possibly done it yourself. This 'do may take you a little ...more

Summer hair is synonymous with carefree hair. After all, when the weather is warm and the beach sizzlin' with hotties there are more important things to worry about than how your hair and hairspray is holding up. Take the maintenance out of your hairstyling while creating a g ...more

It's some sort of unspoken rule that a girl can't wear pigtails over the age of seven. But with Pippi Longstocking as our muse, we beg to disagree! While pigtails may not be the most office appropriate hairstyle out there, they work well for humid and hot summer days to keep h ...more

You hunt and you hunt, but you can never find the right pillows to go with you couch. Even your reupholstered chair needs a little pillow love, but it seems impossible to find the right color and design to make a perfect match. That's when you know it's up to you save the day. ...more

In this video, we learn how to do a double twist flip on your American Girl doll. First, part the hair down the middle and then brush it out. From here, pull out the rubber band one side and then split the middle of the hair in half. Push the rubber band with the hair through ...more

In this video, we learn how to do a cute hairstyle on an American Girl w/ short hair. First, brush the hair and then take a small piece from the front section of the hair. Twist this and then pull through and tighten with a rubber band. Then, part the hair in the middle and st ...more

Compared to ladies of the '40s and '50s, we are damned lazy ladies today. Most of us wouldn't flinch to pull on some sweatpants to go the grocery store or even to go to school. And while we totally dig comfort, which is a good thing, it's nice to "put on your lady face" every ...more

Put pre-mix into bowl. Add whole mustard seed, coriander, fresh ground pepper, and liquid smoke for flavor. You can also add half a teaspoon of hot pepper mix to make it spicy. For meat, use 1/3 ground chuck and 2/3 hamburger; some fat is necessary for a good sausage. Next, ad ...more

In this how-to video, you will learn how to tie a patanosta rig for beach fishing. This will be useful for catching fish in the summer. Make sure that the sinker and bait are not too far away from each other. If you cast this out, the casting distance will not be reduced by a ...more

Learn how to get Kim Kardashian's side bun hairstyle with this video tutorial. •Start off with air dried hair. Use moose. •Blow dry a bit. •Add some hairspray. •Curling iron from the top of the hair to the bottom. •Spray to keep in place again. •remove headband. •Split hair i ...more

Simon Adams and VideoJug demonstrate how to make a Beach Peach cocktail. Made for the heat, the Beach Peach cocktail is the only essential beach companion this summer! A refreshing rum-based cocktail which highlights a delightful peach sensation. Into the cocktail shaker add t ...more

Risa from Makeup by Risa makes an altered t-shirt for summer. She recommends starting with a t-shirt that fits, but is not too loose. Line up the seams on the bottom of the t-shirt and the sleeves so there is a line straight down the back. Cut a strip off the bottom of the t-s ...more

Doing the laundry uses a lot of water and energy. Here’s how to wash your clothes with a clean conscience. This video will show you how to conserve energy when doing laundry. You Will Need * 1 Eco-friendly laundry detergent * 1 A laundry line * 1 An energy-efficient washing ...more

Learn how to make a caipiroska. The caipiroska is the Russian cousin of Brazil’s national drink, the caipirinha. In this version, vodka stands in for the traditional cachaca sugarcane liquor. You Will Need * A rocks glass * A lime * 1 to 2 teaspoons granulated sugar or simp ...more

Paula creates a no-bake tiramisu dessert, perfect as a summer treat. Follow along and get this delectable recipe for a lime blueberry tiramisu that doesn't require you to turn on the oven. This cooking how-to video is part of Paula's Home Cooking show hosted by Jamie Deen, Pau ...more

Corn is everywhere, and there are a large amount of methods for preparing it. If you're a corn on the cob kind of guy, you may be fascinated to know that a microwave is all you need to cook it. Bring the fresh taste of summer to the dinner table in a few short minutes by using ...more

Gazpacho is a Spanish-style soup served cold, made from vegetables (especially tomatoes) and spices. There's nothing better than chowing down on a nice bowl of gazpacho during a hot summer day. It's refreshing, healthy, colorful and delicious, with cucumbers, bell peppers and ...more