You may braid the strands a bit so the bead sits in the middle of the braid. Alternatively, you can put the bead in your hair first and then braid the rest of your hair.
The strands should form a V-shape, if they are not already braided.
You may start with plastic craft beads that are narrow and round. Over time, you can try using professional metal beads that are larger or narrower.
If your hair does not slide through the bead with the floss easily, you may need to use a wider bead or use less hair in the braid. Start over with a wider bead or less hair.
Alternatively, if your hair is thick enough, you may not need an elastic to secure the bead.
Try braiding half way down your hair, then secure a bead, and continue braiding. Vary the types of braids you use in your hair, integrating beads as you go.
Leave half of the braid undone if you’d like the bead to appear in the middle of the braid. Finish the braid and leave the bottom undone if you’d like the bead to appear at the end of the braid.
You can find threading tools online or at beauty supply stores. Sometimes they come in a kit with hair beads and pins that keep the beads in place. You can also make your own threading tool at home using craft wire or jewelry wire.
You can also use a bead pin to keep the bead in place. Clip the bead pin to your braid and slide the bead over it so it stays put.
Wetting the end will make it easier to thread through the bead.
You can then braid the rest of your hair or add more beads as you see fit.
