Hey, marquetta
i wanted to ask you about a product i got off of u-tube, about growing your hair while braided
in micros, alady said she use, MEGA-TEX REBUILDER,AND VATIKA COCONUT OIL,
I was wondering about the mega-tex and what you think, or could you give me some good product ideas,
to grow my hair longer and thicker?????

well that is fantastic keep up the good work we love you and all your ideas.

Hi Marquetta, i finally got the chance to sit down and watch your videos and, I liked the topic about decision making about hair for braids. i enjoy braiding hair and wanted to know a little bit more. When you were discussing the difference in the price, immediately, I picked the cheapest hair that you had shown. there is something about the hair when it is wet that helps to make a decision i think too. The hair rhythm is something difinaetly to take into consideration. I live in Fort Lauderdale Fla. and at every cornner or so, there is a beauty supply store. and most braiding hair is synthetic and starts at $1.00 or more. So really i would have chosen the cheapest hair, not because of what goes on here with the hair for braiding,but because i graduated from cosmetolgy school and i am a licensed cosmetologist under the state. Also I am interested in purchasing hair videos from you ! You my contact me back at my web at
ShrnSrs@yahoo.com or I will keep this video and call you once I get the chance to. Thank you!

Hi Marquetta. I'm glad you decided to do this. I can't wait for what will be coming up next. The best to you with everything.

I love this. Keep up the good work. I will continue to watch and participate!

I like the length of your hair, I want to go that long.

could not get any video to come on so I can;t give a comment

This is a great idea! I am looking forward to it. Your videos and emails has helped me so much. God bless you and everything you do!!!

Thank you Marquetta.We cannot forget our history.I am blessed to have been raised by parents who was big on black history.Parents who believed in black people knowing are history.I believe strongly that if we know our past we can establish a future.

Hello marquetta, I just watched your interview with Batt, it was very interesting I love these types of stories. Interview was well plan, just hearing about this book made me want to purchase as of matter of
fact I'm going to purchase this book and will give you mi opinion about the book. GREAT JOB!!!!!! LOVE THE DIFFERENT THINGS YOU DO.

I think the idea to get your own website was fantastic. You are an inspiration to women of color and to any woman who want to have their own business and become successful at it. I watched the interview you had with the author of Dead Weight. The book sounds very interesting and I'm looking forward to purchasing and reading it. My question to you is "Were do someone like me sign up to make sure that the main character's name is cleared all charges.

Congratulations on your new venture Marquetta! I recently received my vellusia order and I can't wait to get my hair done! Yours looks fabulous and I can only hope mine will look half as good! You have become my new "shero" of hair care. Great interview with Batts. Keep moving forward, much success to you.

I have enjoyed all your other videos, so I look forward to the future. I see the excitement in your face, Congrats. Could you do a vid on no braid silky twists? Thanks.

Hi,Marquetta This is Nicole Hunt I really Like the things that you do with your work ,i think that is a great idea .keep up the good work .

Hey Quet! I am so proud of you! Do your thing girl, this is your calling will see ya soon

Hey!!! Thank you!! This is so much fun!

Hey Quet! That was a Great Introduction! That's awesome to open your blogs to life discussions as well......even more interesting!! Good luck with your hair braiding business, I'm sure you'll continue to do well!!!!

Now what is the best way to get a sew in weave...can you do it if you have lenght in front but its short in the back?/ And whats the best style to get if you get a sew in with the back tapered??

It all depends on the style you're going for. If you want a sew-in style with short hair you can definitely rock a cute short sew-in leaving the back out, or you can always have the back bonded. If you're going to get the back bonded, I suggest molding it first (like for a quick-weave) then bonding the tracks. Doing this will minimize breakage during removal.

The best style...I'd probably go with a cute short bob until the back starts to get long enough to grab. Really it all depends on my mood for that day! LOL

I think this was a great idea.....what I like is you dont stay content with where you are, you always want to do better and see room for improvement. You make new goals every time you accomplish one and this is great......I look forward to this and I love it!!!!!!!

Hi Marquetta.

Really looking forward to your video's on here. I feel that although my Hair Braiding has halted in Norfolk, UK recently due to the Recession. I still believe that keeping up to date with your skills is vital. You are my mentor and I would not want to let you down in anyway. Plus it nice hearing about other things you do. Look forward to new horizons with you and all your fellow fans out there like me! Take care. Angie x

I have micro braids in how long can you leave them if you keep your hair maintained.

I think this is WONDERFUL!!! Can't wait to tune in! Keep up the good work!!!

By the way I'm loving the hair for this video. It looks very natural. I know that you are most like promoting your Vellusia Hair line. LOL... Great job! PS...I know this may sound personal but I just wanted to know if it's a sew-in or bonded weave. If you'd like you can comment personally by emailing me at braidsbyjay@yahoo.com

Thank you

LOL! There's no shame in my game! This is a sew-in weave that I did about a month ago. You're right, I'm wearing Vellusia Remy Hair, that's the only hair I wear for my weaves. www.vellusiaremyhair.com is where you can find it. The length I'm wearing in the video is 20" and the color is natural black. I have a think for long hair!

Good Day Ms. Marquetta! Glad to see the continual success of your business and it's movement in the pictorial blogging arena. I'm one of your first Insider Member since you first created it. I am always logged in looking for new information. Still waiting on those styling and cutting tips for braids and weaves that was promised. I know that it would be a great video to consider in general and for you blog. Thanks for creating this braiding empire which is helping my business as well.

Yours Truely,

Ms. Jay
Braids by Jay
"Making your inside beauty show through the glory of your hair!"

Marquetta, I think this is a fabulous idea. I think it will help so many people, including myself! God Bless!

Hey marquetta,how far is summersville from greenville s.c. you are doing so many exciting things and i am so happy for you i feel like i know you. but any way i have join the fitness center at my church and i would appreciate if you know of any affordable foods i could buy to help me with my diet something that has helped you and you it to be effective. i wish i could get you to braid my hair how are you with short hair,like microbraids.do you charge a lot i want some to last a while.well keep on keeping on your friend vanessa singleton.

Hey Vanessa! Congratulations on taking the steps to live a healthy lifestyle! I feel so much better since I've decided to eat and live a healthy life. The best food tip I can give is to shop around the parameter of the grocery store. That's mostly meats, fruits, and veggies. That's kept me healthy. I also pulled milk out of my diet, but I still do eat cheese and other dairy products. I also take Juice Plus which is the next best thing to real fruits and vegetables. You can find more information about it at www.juiceplushealthbenefits.com. I wish you the best of luck! Take care and be blessed!

Hello Marquetta,
this is a great idea, I pray that this is a great success, you are very creative and always willing to share your gifts with the world. I am interested in seeing you demonstrate beautuful hair styles for weddings as I am getting married on 7/17/10.
God Bless You!

Ms Mary,

CONGRATULATIONS!! I wish you all many blessings, much success, and happiness!

Marquetta, this is going to be wonderful. It's like chatting with you on FaceBook, but better! I love it!!

i feel this is gonna be a good one and i feel it's gonna be truly helpful i have so many question and im glad i can get hthem answerd

Marquetta, I am so pleased to see this! I think that this is a wonderful idea. I look forward to watching. Be Blessed!

Hi Marquetta, great idea! I looking forward to viewing the episodes ahead. This will be a great resource to share and receive information that may be beneficial to our lives. I wish you much success!

Wow - I'm impressed that you thought of this idea and I like it. Sounds like you are really going to be busy with a lot of interviews. Well, I know I'll tune into the program sharing and listening to what my other sister in sybospace has to say. Ladies - I'm looking forward to meeting you.

The video would not come up. It was just a blank screen. However, I love the concept of what you are doing. I wish you well in your endeavors.
Dee

I really like the idea of you having this blog, it will give us all an opportunity to learn something and share our opions, and concerns. I would like to see more infornation on wigs for men and different styles they wear. Success in your new Vision.

Hey Marquetta
Sounds very exciting; I can't wait.
GIRL DO YOUR THANG!!!(as usual)

its a good idea a great way to keep us informed

HEY MARQUETTA I LOVE WHAT YOU'RE DOING GIRL! KEEP DOING IT GIRL
AND MAY GOD KEEP ON BLESSING YOU IN EVERYTHING YOU'RE DOING.
THANKS GOD BLESS SWEETIE TAKE CARE.

HI, this is calanda,I thank its a wounderful thang i think you should do a video on relationships. becouse to me i think a good man is hard to find especially when you have kids.

Hello Marquetta, I love what you are doing. Wish you the best in everything you do. God Bless.

Hello, It's Pinkie. I'm soooooooooooo glad you're doing this. I will be chatting soon. I'm doing my micro braids on myself and I'm slow as turtles. I'll touch base with you real soooooooooon! Love Pinkie

Hi Marquetta,
You have been a blessing and an inspiration to me.I have learned a lot from you.Keep on with the good work you are doing and God will continue to bless you.
I love braiding,I have been braiding for sometime now and I am planning by the Grace of God to open a braiding salon.What kind of advice could you please give me as to how to succeed.
I would like you to please talk about how to treat acne.I don't know whether you have any idea on this or not.I will be very happy to hear from you on this topic.This is a real problem to me.

Thanks very much. God bless you.
Lucy.

Lucy,

Are you an experienced braider, or are you just wanting to open the salon for others to braid in?

I'm right on track with the Acne video. I already have a skin specialist lined up and ready to go. More to come...

Love it Love it Love it. I don't know which I'm more excited about. The concept of the blog with immediate access to Q & A on hair, health and other exciting topics or the living example you are to the blessing & favor of God on your life. You Go Girl! Continue to be an inspiration and blessing to those the Lord sends your way.

I think u r doing a wonderful job. Their are so many people in the world love doing hair. People dnt have the money to be able to go to school to learn about hair. Marquetta u keep doing what u doing baby girl.
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MARQUETTA,I HAVE A WAVE NUVO CURL,IT IS DUE TO BE DONE AGAIN,ILIKE TO WEAR BRAIDS IN THE WINTER,WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO PREPAIR MY HAIR FOR THE CHANGE,AND HOW LONG SHOULD I WAIT TO GET MY HAIR BRAIDED AGAIN,PLEASE HELP

Marlene,

I would suggst waiting at least 2 weeks after getting a chemical service before getting the hair braided. I always deep condition my hair the night before to prepare it for braiding also. This has helped my hair a great deal!

THANK YOU SO MUCH,WHAT CONDITIONER DO YOU US,I WOULD LIKE TO PREVENT THE BREAKAGE AS MUCH AS I CAN,THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR HELP

Hello Marquetta, You are awesome and God has put you here to be a Blessing to others. Keep up the good work. What God has for you; it is for you. Lots of Love.

You go girl! You are doing so many positive things online for women. I will be glad to check in to see what you are doing. God Bless.

I am excited on this new venture, your dvds are a blessing, it has been the best investment I ever made! I will stay tuned!

oklahoma city, ok

Hi Marquetta, I think this is a great idea and I am looking forward to seeing more from you.

Marquetta, you are a God send. I used my other e-mail address. I hope you recieve it. And I hope I recieve you e-mails.I learned everything from you. I knew nothing about adding hair to braiding. I learned how to do a weave and make a wig also from you .You are a blessing to me. And it is people as yourself that reminds me God is real. I always wanted to know how to do hair like you teach in your dvds. I do get e-mais from you from this web address. I love you with the love of the Lord Grace & Peace

Thank you so much for the love!

Grace & Peace I am delighted to have this opportunity to talk to you this way. I just want to say you are truly a blessing to me. I knew nothing about adding hair to braiding. I know how to braid. I always wanted to know how to add extensions, weave, make a basic wig. Marquetta because of you I have learned the Big secret. Some people are intimated on showing you how. Thank You I learned very reasonable through you how. I feel & know you are my sister in God. God bless you and your family and last but not least your staff. Bye for now...

hey marquetta, i purchased your 4 n one hairstyles, and i was wondering if u had videos that teach you one on one brading. i love this site. im a first time braider and i cant quite get the concept. i know it takes tyme, i even been practing on my kids. its a disater, but im still trying. do u have any more suggestions for me. i even went to a private braider and she wanted to charge me 600 for 6 hours to give me one on one train. now that was nuts to me. to make a long story short help. thank you and have a blessed day.

GiGi,

It does take time. I wish I had taken pictures of the first time I braided someone's hair. The term 'Hott Mess" would have been a compliment to what mess I created on top of her head! LOL Where do you think you're having the main issue? The attachment? Preparing the hair?

Hey Marquetta glade to see this site finally come up, I just want to say God bless you on the new blog and I will be sending request in 54321 :) Talk to you soon congrats to you and Thanks for all that you do .

Also had a question as well! I am a too a braider and wanted to know if its just me, or do other braiders or hairstylist find themselves getting gas when they're working on a client? If so, how can this be resolved?

Melinda,

Thank you so much for such an honest question! I'm not sure about anyone else, but I've never experienced this. Have you consulted with your doctor?

this is gona be a great experience look forward to more....

You are the kind of role model more young black women need. I admire you and what you have accomplished. You have a true passion for what you are doing. May God continue to bless you and your family. Keep up the great work.

HELLO BIG UPS TO YOU AND YOUR VIDEO I WILL BE WATCHING I WAS WONDERING IF YOU CAN MAKE A VIDEO OF HOW TO DIFFERENT WAYS OF BRIAIDING HAIR KINKY TWIST OR YARN BRAIDING AND WAYS TO ADD HAIR I'VE BEEN BRAIDING HAIR FOR A WHILE NOW JUST WANTING TO KNOW IF YOU COULD GIVE ME SOME POINTERS THANKS ALOT!

Hey Marquetta!

I think this video is a Great start to your video blogging! Brilliant Idea~
I can't wait for more!

hi marquetta
i love the idea and your hair is looking good

Sheila,

Thank you!

Hi, I got your mail I do a lot weaves sew-ins bond-in and quickweaves too, I know that the "Lacefronts are very popular right now, people are looking for amore natural look so I thinking weaves. Thanks that my opinion what you think? Have bless one .

Hi, I got your mail I do a lot weaves sew-ins bond-in and quickweaves too, I know that the "Lacefronts are very popular right now, people are looking for amore natural look so I thinking weaves. Thanks that my opinion what you think? Have bless one .

I agree. The Lace Frontals are huge right now! They definitely offer a more natural look for the client. Is this a service that you're offering for your current clients?

I am excited about this both for you and for myself. This is my first time participating in a blog and I am really focused on building my business and using you as a mentor. Thanks and I am looking forward to the future.

Yes thats my thoughts exactly. Marquetta is like the Beyonce of hair lol

Hey marquetta, i got your video. keep the good work up!
i did want to ask you a question? about mirco braids?

Vicky,

Thank you! What is your question?

hey marquetta, am sorry i didnt have a question about brow threading. i was just comment on how i get mines. am always asking you braids question, sorry for the mix-up. Thanks

Thank you so much for all that you do to help us with our hair care. I'm looking forward to hearing and talking to you and others on your website. What a wonderful idea to share. Again thanks.
MsMac

hello mrs.breslin,
thank you for including me in your email. that means alot and thank you. i would like to know when will you do another sale like you done before? and when you do hair do you have any problems with your hands when you do braids or any kind of weaves?
thanks,
shantel bryant, north carolina

Shantel,

Which Sale are you referring to? I do have 2 new DVDs getting ready to come out in the next 2 weeks. The titles are 10 Styles For Your Child and Weave Compilation: Vol 3.

I do have issues with my hands cramping and sometimes even swelling during braiding. To prevent this from happening as much as possible I make sure to take breaks and exercise my writst and fingers. It sounds silly, but you'll be surprised how much it helps! :-)

I never met a Millionare. You are a walking, Talking Millionare. Keep up the good work.
(Afro Queen)

Thank you so much for including me into your expanison.. i have one question to ask you, i braid hair i dont charge big prices but i still feel like my clients still dont take me serious because i am not licensed in braiding. i wanted to get my license in october, but things have come up to delay it.. But in the meantime how do get my clients to take me serious with payments and paying the full amount. i even had a person sit in my chair and get their hair braided say they didnt like it just so they dont wont pay me the full amount or i have had someone sit for 9 hours for micros then tell me they only have a 3rd of the money. i dont want to raise my prices because i have other clients that dont mind my inexpensive prices, what do i do to rectify this situation. A friend suggest that i get the money from the door..

I'm so sorry you're going through this. Your friend has a great suggestion. Another thing you can do is collect the full amount halfway through the style, but if you do this you need to let that individual know in advance this is how you will collect. If they have any questions, you can just explain to them that you've had problem in the past, and this is the fairest way for both parties to be satisfied. Let us know what you decide and how this works out for you! Good luck!

You are such a HUGE blessing Marqauetta! I just want you to know that!

Hi girl congrats. I just wantt to say you inspire me so much. I've always wanted to do hair and sine I came across you and you websites you have reignited the fire in me to go ahead pursue my dreams for doing hair again you go girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you Marquetta for this idea it will help me and Im sure a lot of other prople too

How do you feel about the ne tape hair extensions. I recently paid $1000.00 for them and in 2weeks they were coming out. Within 2weeks I had to pay $250 to get them back in. Plus with my rregular 2wk wash & set at $65. Can you research aand tell me what's the best adhesive for this process. I learned to do this process now for myself . I have paid $1400 dollars in 5 weeks and they are coming out again. Please help.

Tape extensions? It sounds like you're referring to the skin weft extensions with the adhesive on the back of them. Am I correct?

i really find your video interesting, but had a lot of trouble viewing it.

Good Luck On Your New Medium. I Know You Will Do Well...

I'm glad that you're doing great things for the women out there that have no clue. Me personally I have been braiding hair for about 5-6 years, but I still find the information you post and send out to he helpful. So I will be tuning in. Thanx again!

God bless you, looking forward to see mores.

I'm glad that somebody is talking about everything. I hope that
u get to film some more vids for the insiders club soon, I can't wait!!!!

Roxanne,

The new design is done and the videos are coming soon. I'm actually starting another film session on Sunday and I'm going until Thursday or Friday. I'm so excited and cant wait for you all to see the new stuff! I'll be sure to keep everyone posted on the progress!

Hi Marquetta . good luck on your new venture I am looking forward to it and to learn from you and others.

The video is great. I look forward to hearing alot more from you. By the way, what kind of hair are you wearing? It's beautiful.

Cassanrareid, girl I'm loving your pic! That's Vellusia Remy Hair (www.vellusiaremyhair.com) that I'm wearing. Thank you! :-)

You go Girl!! Very excited for you and can not wait to see the end results. I am sure you will do well as long as you put God first! Take care and Hurry Up!

Looking forward to seeing shared questions, comments, answers, and concerns! Visual presentations are always so much more personal.
God Bless!

Thanks Connie! I'm really excited too!

Great vieo. I am so excited for you and your new venture. good luck and i will be sure to stay tuned :)

great video! i am excited for this site.

I would love to see a professional tutorial on begining and maintaining dreds. There are many different things found on youtube, but none of them have quality outcomes. I would like to develop a natural haircare business, and dreds seem to be one of the more popular styles among the males that come my way... Thank you Marquetta!

The video was very good. I enjoyed it. Cant wait to see more.

GIRL lyour hair look nice is it venesual hair? 'cause if it is i defenettly going to buy it.
you go girl you are a role model for black busniss womens around the world . you got a great idea whit this hair and life blog

GODbless your familly
love judy

Hey Judy! Yes, that's Vellusia Remy Hair! Thanks for the positive feedback!!

Greetings for the NL,
Hi I tried to watch your video's but the vidoe's had too many problems, they kepy stopping and starting over the whole time, i had to stop trying.

I hope you get it fix soon, still want to wacth them.

have fun.

maddy vandijk..

Hi NL, it is more than likely your system. What you need to do is let it play though... you will see the bar moving slowly like it is going, but just let it go and when it get almost to the end hit the play again and it will keep playing for you. I get this on some sites myself and YES! it can be very annoying. But again, 9 times out of 10 it is your system. Hope this helps!

This is so wonderful. Keep up the GREAT work!!!!

Hi Marquetta ,My name is Andrea and I think this is a great idea I'm also excited watch the videos and recieve advice,also make comments. Wonderful idea!

Marquetta this is a great idea, and I wish you the best. I will be watching.

Your first filming was great! Very informative and to the point on what to expect.
thanks and I will be watching.

looking forward to seeing how this is gonna work!