The Flexi-8 / Lilla Rose Thread

[PrairieRose]

Take it out slowly and if if you feel any hair got caught, jiggle gently to free it ,don't pull.My guess is an xsmall is rather small for the center of a bun,all I can use my xsmall for, is half ups or a braid end and my hair is not that much longer than yours.
Thanks, I will definitely try to be careful. Now that I am a little more familiar with them, I think I will try a larger size. It was hard to tell which one to get, having now experience with them.:)

[woolyleprechaun]

I just ordered my first flex8! I got it off their UK shop on ebay. They have a very small range in comparison to the official website, but I just couldnt wait to have one shipped from the US :) I got a large silver one with a dragonfly centerpiece. So excited!

[dulce]

The dragonfly is one of my favorites!Lilla Rose has their March special,a cute shamrock with green beads.For those of you outside North America,my Lilla Rose consultant Sue Ellen Hale will mail abroad.

[Alvrodul]

I saw the March special - very cute. a bit of a pity that it's in silver - I love green but am rather less fond of silver, so my acquisitive instincts were not aroused this month. :)

[cuties]

Sorry I didn't have patience to go through the entire thread. I wanted to get a flexi, but I am not sure if I will like it or not or if it will hold my hair well, so I was wondering if they are sold in stores where I could go and try one to see if I like it. I know I can order online and return it if I don't like it, but I am not a fan of online returns.

[dulce]

They are not sold in any stores.

[pepperminttea]

They do have stalls at faires and festivals sometimes (thread here (http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/showthread.php?t=56354)), it might be worth contacting them to ask if they go to any in your area. :)

[cuties]

They do have stalls at faires and festivals sometimes (thread here (http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/showthread.php?t=56354)), it might be worth contacting them to ask if they go to any in your area. :)

The thread is old. Anyway, will keep an eye on the fairs here. Thanks for the info

[Five of Five]

I love my Flexi-8s! A medium seems to hold my ponytail fairly well (excluding layers and bangs I'm an ii/iii) while an extra-large is about the only thing that will securely and comfortably hold my bun all day in my very slippery, uncooperative hair, even moreso than spin pins. And they are even more beautiful and unique in person than on the site!

Also, I'm thorougly impressed with the customer service of the flexi-8 site, especially the international shipping aspect. Most US websites I've used charge you more for the shipping than the actual product, and it takes at least two weeks to get to New Zealand. My previous record has been about 12 days. Both times I've ordered Flexi-8s, including a custom-made order, it has taken a week to arrive in my mailbox from my initial order, and they only charge a flat rate of $7!

[einna]

I have forgotten about my flexis for a while, since I learned how to put my hair up with sticks. This therad inspires me to get them out again. :) And there are soo many pretty new ones. I want them all ;)

[Scarlet_Heart]

I've been a member for about a year now and never felt the pull to try a flexi 8. But for some reason I started thinking about the way the thing works and all of the styles I could try, and I suddenly decided I had to try some.

So I just placed an order for these two beauties. I wanted to try something simple first (more options as far as outfits and occasions) and then maybe next time I work in some color.

Large, for buns.
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h114/eelaynuh/0422.jpg


Small, for half-ups:
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h114/eelaynuh/0491.jpg

Can't wait to try them out! I just hope they arrive quickly. :pray:

[novemberfoxtrot]

I've been a member for about a year now and never felt the pull to try a flexi 8. But for some reason I started thinking about the way the thing works and all of the styles I could try, and I suddenly decided I had to try some.

So I just placed an order for these two beauties. I wanted to try something simple first (more options as far as outfits and occasions) and then maybe next time I work in some color.

Large, for buns.
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h114/eelaynuh/0422.jpg


Small, for half-ups:
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h114/eelaynuh/0491.jpg

Can't wait to try them out! I just hope they arrive quickly. :pray:


I just got the lily one, too!

I can't get them to work though. :(

[Scarlet_Heart]

I just got the lily one, too!

I can't get them to work though. :(

Hmm :hmm: Did you watch the videos on the website?

http://www.flexi8.com/sizing-and-styling.html?id=VTo3rHUt

[DaniVerde]

Does anyone know how long it takes (on average) an order to go from "waiting" to "shipped" ?

I placed an order through the Flexi8 website last Monday (I live in Finland), for one regular small size flexi, and also for a small special of the month from the Lilla Rose website (using the special order instructions given to me by the Flexi people)....it's been a week and my order it's still "waiting" :(

[Hiriel]

Does anyone know how long it takes (on average) an order to go from "waiting" to "shipped" ?

I placed an order through the Flexi8 website last Monday (I live in Finland), for one regular small size flexi, and also for a small special of the month from the Lilla Rose website (using the special order instructions given to me by the Flexi people)....it's been a week and my order it's still "waiting" :(

I don't think my orders ever changed to "shipped", but they got here (= Norway) in a reasonable time anyway.

[Skruttiz]

Does anyone know how long it takes (on average) an order to go from "waiting" to "shipped" ?

I placed an order through the Flexi8 website last Monday (I live in Finland), for one regular small size flexi, and also for a small special of the month from the Lilla Rose website (using the special order instructions given to me by the Flexi people)....it's been a week and my order it's still "waiting" :(


Hm, how interesting. Did they let you shop from Lilla Rose? I sent a mail a while a go to Lilla Rose and they responded that they won´t ship to sweden. They said to me to shop only from Flexi8 website.
That got me sad, when I want several clips from Lilla Rose instead.

[DaniVerde]

x
Hm, how interesting. Did they let you shop from Lilla Rose? I sent a mail a while a go to Lilla Rose and they responded that they won´t ship to sweden. They said to me to shop only from Flexi8 website.
That got me sad, when I want several clips from Lilla Rose instead.

I sent an email to Flexi8, and a nice lady named Kate responded. I had just said that I wanted to place an order for a Flexi from the Flexi website, and that I also wanted one from Lilla Rose, was that possible? She said that it was, and sent me instructions to do the order.

It's a "special order" but not complicated. Just order something of the same value from the Flexi site (pretend it's item number 1111). Then in the special instructions box in your Flexi order, write something like "please exchange item number 1111 with item 2222 from the Lilla Rose site". Easy :D

Is that clear? It is to me, but I just want to check :p

[DaniVerde]

I don't think my orders ever changed to "shipped", but they got here (= Norway) in a reasonable time anyway.


Oh really? That's interesting! Did they send you an email letting you know that your order had shipped?

[Hiriel]

Oh really? That's interesting! Did they send you an email letting you know that your order had shipped?

Nope. One day the package was in the mailbox :p

[DaniVerde]

Nope. One day the package was in the mailbox :p

I will now commence stalking the postman :D

[dulce]

Am waiting for the Lilla rose green shamrock clip,hope it arrives in time for St.Pats,if not ,I'll still wear it in March.

[DaniVerde]

Am waiting for the Lilla rose green shamrock clip,hope it arrives in time for St.Pats,if not ,I'll still wear it in March.

That's one of the ones I ordered! I hope it comes soon for both of us! :)

[dulce]

Just checked,they arrived today! And am wearing it now even if it's a bit early.Hope yours comes in soon too.

[Scarlet_Heart]

The dragonfly is one of my favorites!Lilla Rose has their March special,a cute shamrock with green beads.For those of you outside North America,my Lilla Rose consultant Sue Ellen Hale will mail abroad.

I just bought two yesterday from the flexi 8 website and they didn't have the shamrock one. I wonder why it's only on Lilla Rose?

[dulce]

Because it is the monthly limited edition special.Only Lilla Rose does monthly limited edition specials but they do not do custom orders which Flexi 8 does..

[dulce]

http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00026.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00026.jpg)

[dulce]

I ordered a shamrock with Lilla Rose and a custom green celtic cross through Flexi 8.

[DaniVerde]

dulce, do you have any action pics of the shamrock flexi? :eyebrows:

[Scarlet_Heart]

Because it is the monthly limited edition special.Only Lilla Rose does monthly limited edition specials but they do not do custom orders which Flexi 8 does..

So which is the official/original vendor? :doh:

[dulce]

http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00028.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00028.jpg)

[dulce]

http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00027.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00027.jpg)

[DaniVerde]

Oh, it's great! I can't wait! :cheese:

[dulce]

They are one company that has 2 branches.Flexi 8 sells worldwide directly to the public while Lilla Rose sells through consultants to North America only.Not sure which was the original.The darker pic[no flash] is the better pic for colour for the shamrock clip.

[dulce]

The brighter pic looks turquoise which it is not.

[novemberfoxtrot]

Hmm :hmm: Did you watch the videos on the website?

http://www.flexi8.com/sizing-and-styling.html?id=VTo3rHUt

I did, yeah. The only thing I can think of is I /might/ need an extra large. But I think I'm just going to return the ones I got (a med and a large).

[dulce]

Novemberfoxtrot,you need different sizes of flexis for different styles.For example,,my hair is waist and a ii,I use a xsmall for a braid end,and a medium for a half up in a bun,a small for a regular half up[depends on amount of hair pulled from side] and a small for a pony,a xlarge for a french twist and a large for a lazywrap bun.Before you send it back,try different styles with it to see if it would fit with any of them .

[Skruttiz]

x

I sent an email to Flexi8, and a nice lady named Kate responded. I had just said that I wanted to place an order for a Flexi from the Flexi website, and that I also wanted one from Lilla Rose, was that possible? She said that it was, and sent me instructions to do the order.

It's a "special order" but not complicated. Just order something of the same value from the Flexi site (pretend it's item number 1111). Then in the special instructions box in your Flexi order, write something like "please exchange item number 1111 with item 2222 from the Lilla Rose site". Easy :D

Is that clear? It is to me, but I just want to check :p

Aha, It´s perfectly clear to me also.
Thank you very much for your answer and the instructions. Maybe I will try one day.

[DaniVerde]

I've just come home and am waiting on the edge of my seat for the post..realistically, they'll probably be here sometime next week :p

Just to add: post came...no Flexi8 yet :cry:

[eshta]

I just ordered two, XL for buns and XS for pinning back bangs/half up. I tried a large one some time ago and couldn't make it work, it pulled if I could close it at all. I hope I will have better luck with the XL. That would be great since I need to retire pointy sticks, forks and other not baby/toddler friendly stuff soon for a while. Flexi's are a lot more affordable than ficcares :).

[dulce]

Eshta,you might try that large in a half up in a bun,or a ponytail or a twisted tails up or some other styles that don't incorporate all your hair,obviously the large is too small for your buns[you have too much hair volume for that clip size for full buns] etc. You have very thick hair.I am a ii only and I need a large for a french twist and a xlarge for a lazywrap bun.The nice thing about flexis is you need different sizes for different styles so that large is not a waste,just use it for a different style.You need to experiment till you discover which styles require what sizes for you.

[DaniVerde]

Ok, I couldn't wait anymore and sent Kate at Flexi8 an email asking about my order. Apparently, I was a bit late on the March special Flexi, it's on back order. Since I just couldn't wait any longer, I just asked to switch the March Flexi to another one from the Lilla Rose website. And it shipped today!!! :D :cheese:

[dulce]

http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00029.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00029.jpg)

[dulce]

For example, [pic above] I now need to use a medium for my regular round bun in a half up,I found I still can use my small [pic above] in my half up in a bun if I elongate my bun and leave the tail loose!So experiment.

[dulce]

This also saves you from having to buy a larger size if you don't want to,once you outgrow a size.

[dulce]

The clip is so versatile but try to take the time to play with it to discover all the things you can do with it.

[Catladyintown]

Okay very disappointing again. The Four Leaf Clover is out in xsmall and small. Lila Rose said they won't be getting any back in stock. What is so upsetting this keeps happening the November special did not even last 3 days and now the Four leaf clover did not last 12 days. So anyone who gets paid on the second week of the month is out of luck. I really dislike when they offer a special and it won't even last two weeks. Is there any consultant out their that has the monthly special in small? Just please PM me.

[dulce]

Usually when it runs out early they get more in later,are you sure they won't?

[dulce]

I guess it's best to put money aside the month before and if you like the monthly special buy it when it first appears? it is annoying though.

[Catladyintown]

I called up Lila Rose and they said they won't be getting anymore in. I just think it plain wrong to offer a monthly special and it doesn't even last two weeks. How can they say it a Monthly Special at all.:( Just call it a special if you are quick enough to get it. This is not fair to anyone of their customers.

[dulce]

I agree,it is not fair.You can go on their facebook page to comment,maybe they'll reply .If enough comment maybe they'll change their policy.

[dulce]

Maybe you can put it on a credit card at the beginning of the month and pay it off 2 weeks later when you get paid?I thought Lilla Rose only accepts credit card payments as a means of paying?I've always paid by a credit card as I didn't see any other option offered.

[novemberfoxtrot]

I did, yeah. The only thing I can think of is I /might/ need an extra large. But I think I'm just going to return the ones I got (a med and a large).

I hate admitting I'm wrong but I was. I figured it out. I guess these two toys get to stay in their new home!

[curlsgalore]

I hate admitting I'm wrong but I was. I figured it out. I guess these two toys get to stay in their new home!

That's great! I love my flexi8's! I had some before and ended up getting rid of them but regretted it and ended up repurchasing some more. All I need is an XL to complete my collection now :).

[sfgirl]

I KNOW this has been probably asked before, but I don't know what size to get, and flexi-8's are way in my price range. I am VERY fine haired, but my ponytail is about 3 inches around (not including the entire front hair from my ears to my face that I can't get into anything. :/
Should I get a small or a medium for buns?
Also, have you noticed using a flexi-8 at the end of a braid is less damaging than an elastic?

[Lissandria]

I KNOW this has been probably asked before, but I don't know what size to get, and flexi-8's are way in my price range. I am VERY fine haired, but my ponytail is about 3 inches around (not including the entire front hair from my ears to my face that I can't get into anything. :/
Should I get a small or a medium for buns?
Also, have you noticed using a flexi-8 at the end of a braid is less damaging than an elastic?

Flexis are hard to size, (much harder than Ficcares ;)) because there are so many sizes and so many different ways you can use them. Most people with flexi-8s it would seem, have them in a couple of different sizes. I know it may be seen as extravagant, but they are not expensive hairtoys at least.
For example I have a mini (half-ups, braid tassels), extra small (middle of bun only holding and ponytails ) and small (holding most/all of my current size bun).
My guess is that you would need a small for ponytails or holding the centre of a bun (like the nautilus or lazy wrap for example) and a medium for something like a cinnabun. HTH :blossom:
They really are the most awesome hairtoys. Post pics when you order please. :)

Also my latest flex updo- The braided Nautilus. (looks more like a cinnabun shape in this pic, but it is a braided Nautilus, I swear! :D)
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7176/6834581260_d46373ec10.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77591308@N08/6834581260/)
Braided Nautilus bun with Flexi-8 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77591308@N08/6834581260/) by Lissandria (http://www.flickr.com/people/77591308@N08/), on Flickr

[QMacrocarpa]

I KNOW this has been probably asked before, but I don't know what size to get, and flexi-8's are way in my price range. I am VERY fine haired, but my ponytail is about 3 inches around (not including the entire front hair from my ears to my face that I can't get into anything. :/
Should I get a small or a medium for buns?
Also, have you noticed using a flexi-8 at the end of a braid is less damaging than an elastic?
I think a small would be too small to secure buns for you. A medium might work for some buns, but if you're only getting one for now, and you want to be able to do buns with it, I guess I'd recommend a large.

My ponytail is about 3.5 inches around (and my hair tends to fluff up) and I mostly use my S for half-ponies, though I can also use it for a snug ponytail. I use a M for a folded braid, a log roll, or a less-snug ponytail, a L for a nautilus bun or a folded braid folded more times, and an XL for bigger buns (but I find it heavy, so for the moment I mostly use it for a braided Chinese bun so the weight is distributed).

There are some nice flexi-8 tutorials here (http://www.youtube.com/user/frambuesa55?feature=watch), which show how different styles work with different size flexi's.

[dulce]

I have waist hair,a ii,and i use a xsmall at my braid end,a small for a pony,a medium for a half up in a bun,a small for a half up in an elongated bun with tail loose[pic above], a large for french twist,a xlarge for lazywrap bun,a medium for twisted tails up.The great thing about flexis is once you play with them [check out utube for flexi 8 clip/Lilla Rose styles],you find different styles require different sizes so you can always find a style to fit one ,even if you bought it for a bun and it's too small..They never break so that alone makes them worth every penny in my opinion.

[dulce]

My guess is a large or xlarge if you want to cover your entire bun,if you place it only in the center maybe a medium?

[shirohane]

I just received my order and I'm a bit bummed... The mini worked for a half-up if I pull back less hair than usual and my ex-small will only work for half-ups and braid ends.

It looks like I'll just have to order one of every size except the mega to see which one fits... This is both a good and a bad thing :D (Dear wallet, please forgive me...)

For reference, the last time I measured, my ponytail was between 2 5/8" and 3" but I think that I'll measure again later...

[dulce]

Shirohane,my pony is only a 2.5 circumfirance,and I use a mini only for a french braid end or a french braid half up braid end .

[dulce]

Small,xsmall and medium, and large seem to be the most versatile sizes for regular thickness ,long but not super long hair.

[shirohane]

Shirohane,my pony is only a 2.5 circumfirance,and I use a mini only for a french braid end or a french braid half up braid end .


Small,xsmall and medium, and large seem to be the most versatile sizes for regular thickness ,long but not super long hair.

Thanks for the tips, I actually took the measuring tape this time... (I used to use my fingers, a string and other things and transpose on a ruler.)

I ended up with 3.5, 3.75 and 4 depending on how tight I pulled the tape.

I guess that I should get a medium for ponytails (though, a small might work too, but if it doesn't, I end up with another half-up holder...) and large for up-dos.

I have hair somewhere between hip and waist length... It's actually too long for me to easily do french twists. (My buns also tend to fall apart from the weight after a couple of hours if I use bobby pins.)

[Scarlet_Heart]

My lovelies came today! It was a good day because I also hennaed.

The only thing I'm sad about is that I bought the large hoping I could use it to secure my French braid bun, but alas, it is too small for that. I need to figure out if a XL or a Mega would be more suitable for that purpose.

Large, Etched Lily
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h114/eelaynuh/DSC00746.jpg

Small, Heart
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h114/eelaynuh/DSC00744-1.jpg

[dulce]

Be warned the mega is way bigger than the xlarge!!I ordered one and even if I got to hip it would never fit me,so it was returned.

[Scarlet_Heart]

Be warned the mega is way bigger than the xlarge!!I ordered one and even if I got to hip it would never fit me,so it was returned.

Thanks for the advice. Was that for a bun that you tried it?

[Skruttiz]

Today I´ve got my very first Flexi8 and I love it allready. :joy:
Thank you Kathie!

(Please do not pay any attention to my messy hair. It´s been a windy day.)

http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w438/Skruttiz/Flexi8.jpg

[dulce]

Scarlet Heart,yes,a lazywrap bun.

[dulce]

Skruttiz,very pretty!! What size is that?

[Scarlet_Heart]

Nice style ;)

I want to try the Roman cross in XL. Looks great on you!

[Skruttiz]

Thank you Dulce and Scarlet_Heart! I really like this Flexi.
It´s a small Flexi. Actually it´s too small for this braid but with some struggle I could make it stay in my hair even if the whole thing was a little bit loose. :D

[Floodman]

Hi!

I've been thinking of getting a couple of flexi's lately since my hair is finally long enough to to something with! Since I'd be shipping to sweden I'd like my order to be very long term. I'm sure one Extra small and a Small will do well for now, but since I'm aspiring towards longer hair I'm also thinking of ordering a Medium.

Do you think I should or is it a potential money waste? Will a Small be able to contain most of my hair even once it grows down my back since it's so thin (ca 2.1" circumference)? Should it be 1 Extra small, 1 Small and 1 Medium, or 1 Extra and 2 Smalls? :)

Thank in advance!

Ps. Maybe I should ad that I prefer hairdo's that contain all my hair (like the french twists or buns) rather than half-ups and ponytails.

[Firefly]

Here's my new Celtic knot flexi....

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/scifi-chic/Tresses/celtic_flexi2.jpg

[dulce]

The celtic knot and cross are my 2 favorites.

[Scarlet_Heart]

I have an XL Tree of Life (http://www.flexi8.com/1631.html?id=hjvr43pZ) coming my way. Not too crazy about the tree, but I loved that the beads were all pearls. I think it will look elegant holding a French braid bun (like in my avatar).

[Firefly]

The celtic knot and cross are my 2 favorites.


The Celtic knot is my favorite too-- though since I've seen the dragonfly shown up-thread, it's now a very close second!

[DaniVerde]

I'm still waiting for delivery of the two that I ordered earlier this month.. :mail:

But, I did get two off of the swap board! I now own a Celtic knot in S and this one: http://www.flexi8.com/0740.html?id=KDevyog9

They're both so fabulous!! I love Flexis!! :cheese:

[QMacrocarpa]

Will a Small be able to contain most of my hair even once it grows down my back since it's so thin (ca 2.1" circumference)? Should it be 1 Extra small, 1 Small and 1 Medium, or 1 Extra and 2 Smalls? :)
It's hard to be sure, but my experience of flexi's is that having a variety of sizes is nice. For different updos I use three different sizes. My recommendation would be to go for the medium.

[Scarlet_Heart]

The Celtic knot is my favorite too-- though since I've seen the dragonfly shown up-thread, it's now a very close second!

I thought the celtic knot was pretty. But being that I'm not Irish (well only 1/8 ) I thought I might feel like a poser. :p

[DaniVerde]

I thought the celtic knot was pretty. But being that I'm not Irish (well only 1/8 ) I thought I might feel like a poser. :p

I don't have a drop of Irish blood, but I do have and like the Celtic knot. Go for it if you like it! :)

[Firefly]

I don't have a drop of Irish blood, but I do have and like the Celtic knot. Go for it if you like it! :)

I agree with Dani, Scarlet_Heart! I am of mostly Scottish/Irish decent, but would be wearing the knot regardless. Go for it! :cheer:

[dulce]

Same here! I have the celtic knot and cross in several sizes and colours.If you like it, go for it,,that's all that matters.

[Floodman]

It's hard to be sure, but my experience of flexi's is that having a variety of sizes is nice. For different updos I use three different sizes. My recommendation would be to go for the medium.

Good point. I've actually decided to not only get the medium but also one mini, TWO extra smalls and one small. Hehehe why would I need money? :cool:

[Scarlet_Heart]

Thanks for the encouragement! But for the enabling... :nono:

hehe

[Hairitic]

I finally broke down and ordered my first two Flexis about a month ago and once I received them, I fell in love :cheese:! I immediately ordered two more :p! I now have a medium which works for ponytails, two larges which are great for French
Twist type updos and an extra-large which is perfect for Cinna-Buns. I want more of course, now that I understand the obsession, lol :D .......redirects browser to Flexi website :eyebrows:

[DaniVerde]

My Flexi came!!! :cheese: :cheer:

I'll put up some action pics later..

But on the down side, only one was in the package, they forgot the other! :(

[DaniVerde]

Here are some wonky pics of my new Roman Stone Fexi...I have straight hair today, so I threw it in a half-up :) Pics are click-able :)

http://img846.imageshack.us/img846/7933/img0217zv.th.jpg ("[URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/846/img0217zv.jpg/)"

http://img836.imageshack.us/img836/2635/img0216uh.th.jpg ("[URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/836/img0216uh.jpg/)"

[bunzfan]

Here are some wonky pics of my new Roman Stone Fexi...I have straight hair today, so I threw it in a half-up :) Pics are click-able :)

http://img846.imageshack.us/img846/7933/img0217zv.th.jpg ("[URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/846/img0217zv.jpg/)"

http://img836.imageshack.us/img836/2635/img0216uh.th.jpg ("[URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/836/img0216uh.jpg/)"

Those are pretty i need some more mini's for my half up's and i love historical like things may have to go check those out.

[DaniVerde]

Those are pretty i need some more mini's for my half up's and i love historical like things may have to go check those out.

That's why I got this one too, I love historical-type stuff! :D

This is an XS from the Lilla Rose website, but I'm sure they can do it in Mini if you ask :)

[dulce]

Lilla Rose does not do any customs or special requests,you have to go to Flexi 8 website and email them for any special requests.

[DaniVerde]

Lilla Rose does not do any customs or special requests,you have to go to Flexi 8 website and email them for any special requests.

Thanks, dulce :) That's what I meant, but I'm sorry I wasn't very clear!

[curlsgalore]

I called up Lila Rose and they said they won't be getting anymore in. I just think it plain wrong to offer a monthly special and it doesn't even last two weeks. How can they say it a Monthly Special at all.:( Just call it a special if you are quick enough to get it. This is not fair to anyone of their customers.

Did you ever get to purchase the flexi8 you wanted? I see they are back in stock.
https://secure.lillarose.biz/MemberToolsDotNet/(S(l4qecusfry5wzdodaawfqjaq))/ShoppingCartNew/MainCart.aspx?PartyID=0&PartyGuestID=0&ReferringDealerID=813870

[dulce]

That sounds more like Lilla Rose,everytime they sell out early they have always restocked.You might have a wait but they always do restock..just be patient and watch the site daily as it can sell out fast again .Remember the fuss over The November Fallen leaves clip?

[dulce]

Wow,out of curiosity,just checked,the xsmall,small and medium are all out of stock.

[DaniVerde]

Wow,out of curiosity,just checked,the xsmall,small and medium are all out of stock.

I think maybe they haven't come back in stock yet...the big sizes weren't out of stock, and those may be the ones that Curlsgalore checked? :) I checked Lilla Rose seconds after she posted, and they were still out of stock...

[Catladyintown]

I have been checking everyday on the flexi8 Monthly Special for March in small. And have called them two times and they keep saying they will not back order. Curlsgalore thanks for the helping in checking the site.:) Dulce what bothers me is this keeps on happening to the monthly special at Lila Rose.:mad: I also tried finding a consult that might have one and no luck. And having Flexi8 website make me one would increase the price of the small.

[dulce]

I've had several made custom and it's only $1-$3 more[depends on size and intricacy.]Not bad for a solid silver clip that will never break and last pretty much forever.Sometimes it's worth it if that's the only way.I've learned after initially losing out last November not to wait ,I always order the first day [credit card] if I like the monthly special.Sadly I don't think the selling out problem will improve.

[DaniVerde]

I've had several made custom and it's only $1-$3 more[depends on size and intricacy.]Not bad for a solid silver clip that will never break and last pretty much forever.Sometimes it's worth it if that's the only way.I've learned after initially losing out last November not to wait ,I always order the first day [credit card] if I like the monthly special.Sadly I don't think the selling out problem will improve.

Now I'm interested in knowing about this one from last November...does anyone have a picture? :)

[DaniVerde]

Also, I tried to do a tails-up with my S Flexi today.. I think that I may need an M already for that..I do have a lot of hair, but is that normal, or am I doing something wrong? (my longest hair layers are about half a cm away from APL)

[dulce]

Daniverde,do you twist your tail at the start,where you will be attaching the flexi?It helps.

[dulce]

I use a medium for tails up and am waist with medium thickness but I twist the tail first ..

[DaniVerde]

Daniverde,do you twist your tail at the start,where you will be attaching the flexi?It helps.

Yup, I twist...

[dulce]

So my guess is that is normal,you have nice thick hair.Try a medium.

[HairStickler]

Now I'm interested in knowing about this one from last November...does anyone have a picture? :)
If I remember correctly, the November one (https://secure.lillarose.biz/MemberToolsDotNet/%28S%28widpmzyippigwftjpatqdixy%29%29/ShoppingCartNew/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=18671&CatalogueID=204&PartyID=0&PartyGuestID=0&InternalUse=1&ProductGroupString=67.72) was so popular that they decided to offer it year-round.

[Carrie Ingalls]

Just got two new-to-me flexi8s today, a small and a medium. At some point I will have one of each size. I like to have the variety in sizes so that friends I'm showing them to can find what size works best for them in a variety of styles.

[curlsgalore]

At some point I will have one of each size..

Me too! I just need a plain XL and I'm set. I probably will never need a mega one :). I have from the mini-L.

[UP Lisa]

I now have three of these, and I really have a problem using them..Is there a trick to getting them to actually hold the hair, and not pull it out?

I really like them, so I need to figure this out.....

[dulce]

Practise! Try different styles with different size clips.If it pulls ,it could be too tight[clip too small] or too big and heavy[clip too large] for your hair.

[CarpeDM]

I now have three of these, and I really have a problem using them..Is there a trick to getting them to actually hold the hair, and not pull it out?

I really like them, so I need to figure this out.....

I've had similar problems. The best and most comfortable way I can wear them is to twist the sides and use them as a ponytail holder (there is a pic in my album). Other than that I have a heck of a time getting them to stay in and getting them to stay without pulling...good luck!

[EmilyOtter]

I just ordered a small, medium, and large from the on-sale ones. Excited to try them out! :D

[dulce]

When wearing them you almost don't feel them,if they are uncomfortable there is a problem..

[spoonshine]

I've been intrigued by these since I joined the site and finally got around to ordering a couple last week. One is a an extra small and one is a medium so I imagine that I'll be using them primarily for half-ups. (Especially since I measured my ponytail today and its finally started to thicken up again!)

http://www.flexi8.com/0979.html?id=IMCYfen7

http://www.flexi8.com/0355.html?id=IMCYfen7

I especially like the idea of sending my own beads in to get custom ones made. I suspect I'll be ordering more in the not too distant future. They look like they'll be very versatile. Come on mail! :mail:

[DaniVerde]

I've been intrigued by these since I joined the site and finally got around to ordering a couple last week. One is a an extra small and one is a medium so I imagine that I'll be using them primarily for half-ups. (Especially since I measured my ponytail today and its finally started to thicken up again!)

http://www.flexi8.com/0979.html?id=IMCYfen7

http://www.flexi8.com/0355.html?id=IMCYfen7

I especially like the idea of sending my own beads in to get custom ones made. I suspect I'll be ordering more in the not too distant future. They look like they'll be very versatile. Come on mail! :mail:

Oh, that lily one is lovely!! :)

I don't know where you're located, spoonshine, but it took exactly 6 days from shipment date to arrive to me in Finland...so maybe you'll be getting something soon... ;)

[spoonshine]

DaniVerde Well I ordered on Friday and I'm in Canada...plus I paid the extra $2 to get them shipped faster so I'm hopeful I'll have my hands on them before the end of the week! Must play with the shiny hair pretties! :bounce:

[DaniVerde]

DaniVerde Well I ordered on Friday and I'm in Canada...plus I paid the extra $2 to get them shipped faster so I'm hopeful I'll have my hands on them before the end of the week! Must play with the shiny hair pretties!

You can check your order to see if they've shipped yet :bounce:

And of course, we all love the shiny hair pretties...I've managed to get 4 Flexis (3 in S and 1 in XS) and am plotting my next acquisition...more Flexis? PacMerc hairsticks? Must have pretties!! :D

[spoonshine]

You can check your order to see if they've shipped yet :bounce:

Good idea. I used my husbands email when I ordered so I'll have to wait 'til he gets back from work to get the details.


And of course, we all love the shiny hair pretties...I've managed to get 4 Flexis (3 in S and 1 in XS) and am plotting my next acquisition...more Flexis? PacMerc hairsticks? Must have pretties!! :D

Yes! I've been making hairsticks for myself lately but decided it was time to diversify with some Flexis. I haven't actually investigated Pacific Merchantile hairsticks yet though I've seen them mentioned many times. Shame on me. Guess I know what I need to do now! :D

[Mithgarthsormr]

Oh how I'd love to have some more Flexis! I only have one mini, one S and one L Flexi...

I really have to order some when I have more money left...

[Scarlet_Heart]

I got my XL Tree of Life Flexi! :joy: I love it. The French braid bun is my favorite go-to hairstyle. I wear it most days. And this one is just the right size for it. And I like the pearls. I think that will make it fit for special occasions as well.

Sorry the pic is a little dark, but you can see the flexi, and that's the important part. :o

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h114/eelaynuh/DSC00816.jpg

[Hairitic]

Scarlet Heart, that Flexi looks great in your GORGEOUS hair! Thanks so much for showing us :)

[EmilyOtter]

Yes! I've been making hairsticks for myself lately but decided it was time to diversify with some Flexis. I haven't actually investigated Pacific Merchantile hairsticks yet though I've seen them mentioned many times. Shame on me. Guess I know what I need to do now! :D

I just ordered some hairsticks from Pacific Merchantile... I got these $5 since i haven't tried hairsticks before. :)

http://www.etsy.com/listing/87427519/hair-sticks-reserved-for-lhclhnutt-maple

[dulce]

Love that pearl tree of life flexi ! So classy looking.

[Skruttiz]

Scarlet Heart, it´s gorgeous! Beautiful hairstyle too.
Wish my braiding was as good as yours.

[Scarlet_Heart]

Wow, thanks! :cloud9:

Skruttiz, it's just practice. And still, sometimes they come out nice, sometimes not as much.

[paper]

I got my XL Tree of Life Flexi! :joy: I love it. The French braid bun is my favorite go-to hairstyle. I wear it most days. And this one is just the right size for it. And I like the pearls. I think that will make it fit for special occasions as well.

Sorry the pic is a little dark, but you can see the flexi, and that's the important part. :o

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h114/eelaynuh/DSC00816.jpg





Wow, that is a gorgeous Flexi. Love the pearls!

[Hairitic]

I just ordered some hairsticks from Pacific Merchantile... I got these $5 since i haven't tried hairsticks before. :)

http://www.etsy.com/listing/87427519/hair-sticks-reserved-for-lhclhnutt-maple

EmilyOtter; You chose the perfect inexpensive, well made sticks to start out with. You'll be glad you chose these :p. They are GREAT, simple, smooth sticks :D. CONGRATS!

[spoonshine]

I just ordered some hairsticks from Pacific Merchantile... I got these $5 since i haven't tried hairsticks before. :)

http://www.etsy.com/listing/87427519/hair-sticks-reserved-for-lhclhnutt-maple

Nice. I like that he will pre-drill the tops. Those are definitely looking like a good option for some of the stick toppers I have waiting for homes. I think that might be next months hair toy purchase. Oh look, next month starts in...4 days! :p

[EmilyOtter]

EmilyOtter; You chose the perfect inexpensive, well made sticks to start out with. You'll be glad you chose these :p. They are GREAT, simple, smooth sticks :D. CONGRATS!

Thanks! Glad to hear it! Now I am just waiting for them :)

[Hairitic]

I got paid yesterday :D. I think I need to see what Flexi-8's want to come home to me :p

[valereye]

Does anyone own the mighty celtic knot flexi in gold? I ordered my first yesterday and I'd love to see it in someone's hair.

[dulce]

I have one but it is silver.

[valereye]

I'm interested to see it either way if you have a picture!

[dulce]

http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00050.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00050.jpg)

[dulce]

http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00049.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00049.jpg)

[dulce]

This is a medium celtic knot flexi.

[valereye]

That looks really beautiful in your hair.
Can't wait to get mine :cheese:

[dulce]

It's one of my favs as when I lie down on the couch to watch tv ,it's comfortable as the center is flat and round,no sharp edges.

[valereye]

It sounds perfect!

[valereye]

It came!!

http://i43.tinypic.com/1zvxs2a.jpg

My first flexi-8, yay :D

[dulce]

It looks gorgeous in your auburn hair!

[dulce]

What size is it?

[valereye]

Thank you :) It's a large.

[Hairitic]

Thank you :) It's a large.

valereye; it looks really wonderful in your hair!

:cheese:

[Hairitic]

Now, I have a question for all you experienced Flexi-8'ers :p?

I need to know what size to order to use for half-ponies and braid ends. My hair is on the lighter side of medium thickness and just shy of waist length :). I need an extra-large to fully encompass my bun :p. A large works for half-ups or french twist type dos. I'm wearing a medium for a pony holder but might be able to get away with a small (if I had very fine, stick straight hair, the medium would probably slide down my pony) ;). What do you experts recommend :o? TIA :D

[valereye]

valereye; it looks really wonderful in your hair!

:cheese:


Thank you hairitic :D

[whitedove]

http:// (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00050.jpg)http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00050.jpg (http://s1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/?action=view&current=DSC00050.jpg)

Wow love the way your hair shines as much as the flexi does :cool:

[dulce]

Thanks whitedove!The camera flash does that.

[QMacrocarpa]

I need to know what size to order to use for half-ponies and braid ends. My hair is on the lighter side of medium thickness and just shy of waist length :). I need an extra-large to fully encompass my bun :p. A large works for half-ups or french twist type dos. I'm wearing a medium for a pony holder but might be able to get away with a small (if I had very fine, stick straight hair, the medium would probably slide down my pony) ;). What do you experts recommend :o? TIA :D

Like you, I wear a medium to hold a ponytail, and I can also squeeze my pony into a small. I chiefly use my small for half-ponies. I have a mini on hand that I'm giving my Mom to restrain her bangs when they get shaggy between haircuts, and I've experimented with securing a braid end with it. I'll probably get another mini for myself, though I'm still a bit undecided because somehow I'm not crazy about how it looks at the end of my braid. Not sure exactly why.:shrug: Maybe I should leave a bit longer tassle.

[sfgirl]

So for buns and twists, should I get a medium? My hair is 3" circumference, but I don't want to get something that's too big and I'll have to wait for longer hair to use.

[UP Lisa]

I have baby-fine hair 2.5 inches, and I can't get it all into a Large. I thought Large was the right size for me, but apparently it isn't.

[spoonshine]

Yay! My Flexi-8s finally arrived! I think they must have been stuck in customs for a while.

I noticed that the metal beads that the stick rests on were quite sharp and a bit jagged so I took a nail file to them. Has anyone else had to do this or did those bits on mine miss a step in the finishing process? They're fine now but I'm glad I checked and filed them cause I wouldn't want that near my hair. :scared:

Just waiting for my freshly washed hair to dry so I can play with them. :bounce:

[UP Lisa]

Good luck. I'm still not very good at putting them in.

quote=spoonshine;2078827]Yay! My Flexi-8s finally arrived! I think they must have been stuck in customs for a while.

I noticed that the metal beads that the stick rests on were quite sharp and a bit jagged so I took a nail file to them. Has anyone else had to do this or did those bits on mine miss a step in the finishing process? They're fine now but I'm glad I checked and filed them cause I wouldn't want that near my hair. :scared:

Just waiting for my freshly washed hair to dry so I can play with them. :bounce:[/quote]

[pepperminttea]

I noticed that the metal beads that the stick rests on were quite sharp and a bit jagged so I took a nail file to them. Has anyone else had to do this or did those bits on mine miss a step in the finishing process? They're fine now but I'm glad I checked and filed them cause I wouldn't want that near my hair. :scared:

I have, too. I had to file the slide of my large flexi-8 to get it smooth, and that was back when they were all 'hand-made' so I'm not sure how it slipped through. Bit of a shame really, as getting rid of the snag meant losing the silver finish at that end too. :(

[spoonshine]

I have, too. I had to file the slide of my large flexi-8 to get it smooth, and that was back when they were all 'hand-made' so I'm not sure how it slipped through. Bit of a shame really, as getting rid of the snag meant losing the silver finish at that end too. :(

That is a shame. I wonder if there might be some sort of metallic paint that would cover that sort of thing. Though if there is such a paint you might not want it near your hair.

You could always get yourself an electroplating set-up so you could fix that one hair toy! :D

[Venefica]

I got a Flexi 8 several months ago and I have been struggling to learn how to use it as no matter what bun I try I can not get it to hold. I did however manage to figure out how to use my Flexi 8 for nautilus buns today, and here is the resulting bun, or well a picture of it. :P

http://img560.imageshack.us/img560/862/img7316o.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/560/img7316o.jpg/)

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[Firefly]

Wow, that is beautiful, Venefica!

[Venefica]

Thank you for the compliment you are very kind. :D

[dulce]

Venifica,really pretty bun and flexi!

[HairStickler]

I noticed that the metal beads that the stick rests on were quite sharp and a bit jagged so I took a nail file to them. Has anyone else had to do this or did those bits on mine miss a step in the finishing process?
That happened to me once -- after I filed the sharp piece, the flexi was fine. I have a lot of flexis (soon to be "a lot" plus 2) and that was the only one with that problem.

[Venefica]

Thank you for the compliment Dulce, you are most kind.

[carolinaberry]

My first Flexi-8 came in the mail today. It is so lovely and feels so well made! The only problem is that since I still have various razored-in layers that range from around chin-earlobe length, I can't use it to put all of my hair up. I think maybe another month or two and I will be good to go with at least the tails-up or whatever they call it. I have a feeling these are going to be an addiction!

[sfgirl]

I just got my small celtic knot flexi 8 in today! I'm so happy! I already used it for a ponytail, can't wait to try other things. I want to get an extra small one for half ups!

[UP Lisa]

Secrets for getting them to hold???

[caiti42]

I got very excited today. I have not worn my hair in a pony tail for months held with a flexi and I used to use a small to hold it now I need my medium :)

[dulce]

UP Lisa,get the right size for the style you are wearing.Different styles require different sizes.New western flexi styles and a "cut cross" flexi [not sure what that means] are making an appearance soon.

[dulce]

Caiti42,just use that small as a braid end or as half up or half up in a small bun or tails up,the great thing about flexis is you can use them in different styles.

[UP Lisa]

Well, unless I actually need the extra large, Which is hard to believe, I have the right size. I have both Medium and Large.


UP Lisa,get the right size for the style you are wearing.Different styles require different sizes.New western flexi styles and a "cut cross" flexi [not sure what that means] are making an appearance soon.

[dulce]

My hair is f and a ii and about 31-32 inches now[like yours] I use a xsmall for a french braid end and also a half up,a small or medium[depends how much hair I pull from side] for half up in a bun, and a small for pony, and a large for french twist and I use an xlarge for my lazywrap bun,not sure what style you were trying to do but I do use an xlarge for some styles so it might be possible you need one for some styles..

[dulce]

If it won't hold well it is usually too small or too big.

[caiti42]

Caiti42,just use that small as a braid end or as half up or half up in a small bun or tails up,the great thing about flexis is you can use them in different styles.

Oh I'll still use my small. Its so pretty I can't not! Just for half ups now though. And my x small is used for tiny half ups :)

[sfgirl]

So I'm a bit depressed. The only thing my small flexi 8 is good for is french twist. I need to buy three more sizes to do all the styles I want. I need at least a medium for a bun, an extra small for a ponytail, a mini for a half up, which sucks. :(

[dulce]

Luckily flexis are not that expensive and being metal will never break.If you need to get several,use the blue coupon[10% off] for flexi 8 or buy 4 get the 5th free[flexi 8 not Lilla rose]I paid almost $70.for a beautiful Grahtoe wood fork which if dropped will probably break.So to my mind they're still a bargain.

[pepperminttea]

Luckily flexis are not that expensive and being metal will never break.If you need to get several,use the blue coupon[10% off] for flexi 8 or buy 4 get the 5th free[flexi 8 not Lilla rose]I paid almost $70.for a beautiful Grahtoe wood fork which if dropped will probably break.So to my mind they're still a bargain.

None of my Grahtoes have broken. :shrug: But my flexis have shown signs of wear in different ways; the connections loosen, some of the hooks begin to show and catch hairs. Sure, they're not broken, but they're not perfect either.

[dulce]

You're lucky , I have broken several buffalo horn forks and wood forks as I'm a klutz,when twisting my hair into a bun and then inserting my forks , somehow they have dropped to the bathroom tile floor.I've dropped flexis several times too,so far no damage.So am now switching to metal hair forks and metal hair toys due to my klutziness.

[Venefica]

I have not broken any of my hairsticks from any seller or brand yet, knock on wood, I have nicked one and bumped another so it needed minor repairs, but nothing major so far. You can be unlucky with any hair toy, including flexi 8's. But if what you are looking for is something unbreakable I think perhaps your best bet would be a Lady Idun acrylic hairstick. You can scratch it and dent it but unless you are actively trying to destroy it I doubt that you will break it.

[dulce]

Can acrylic hair sticks survive being dropped on a tile floor?That's how I break my forks.

[HairStickler]

I wanted to share a way of making a flexi fit when it's just a little too big. I tried uploading some pictures but got an error message, so I will have to describe it instead.

Take a ponytail holder -- I used one made from a section of children's tights -- and wrap it around and around the middle of the "pin" portion of the flexi. Then use the modified flexi for a ponytail or a half-up (styles where you don't need the pin to be thin). The ponytail holder will fill in some of the space between the pin and the "8" so that less hair is required.

My fix does not make a huge difference in size, but it may help those who are in between sizes. In my case, a medium flexi is too tight for a ponytail, and a large is sometimes a little loose, but doing this fix to a large makes it just the right size.

[Hiriel]

Can acrylic hair sticks survive being dropped on a tile floor?That's how I break my forks.

Mine can, at least (they're ketylos). Things which don't survive being dropped on the bathroom floor don't last long in my home ;)

[sfgirl]

wait what's this coupon???? I really do like my flexi 8, since my bun is still so tiny that I'm not ready for forks or sticks quite yet.

[bunzfan]

It looks like i've grown out of my large flexi's only got them a few months back but, the squash most of my buns :(

[Theobroma]

It looks like i've grown out of my large flexi's only got them a few months back but, the squash most of my buns :(

What buns are you doing with them? I think we're about the same length and the large size works fine for me in centre-held styles (LWB, nautilus/pencil bun). It definitely wouldn't fit over a cinnabun, though!

[bunzfan]

What buns are you doing with them? I think we're about the same length and the large size works fine for me in centre-held styles (LWB, nautilus/pencil bun). It definitely wouldn't fit over a cinnabun, though!

All of those buns you mentioned they squash them and i can hardly fit the cage over it and secure. I tried a nautilus today with my XL and it fitted perfectly.

[Theobroma]

All of those buns you mentioned they squash them and i can hardly fit the cage over it and secure. I tried a nautilus today with my XL and it fitted perfectly.

Hmm. Can you use the Larges for ponytails?

[bunzfan]

Hmm. Can you use the Larges for ponytails?

I think there maybe to big, but they just fit over a folded braid. Its a shame because i brought 4 in the large size, maybe i can get another XL on the swap board.

[HairStickler]

wait what's this coupon???? I really do like my flexi 8, since my bun is still so tiny that I'm not ready for forks or sticks quite yet.
sfgirl, the coupon code is blue-32088 and there is a place for you to enter it when you buy your flexis from flexi8.com (but not Lilla Rose).

[QMacrocarpa]

That's a great tip! I'll try that to make my medium flexi stay in a half pony. bunzfan, maybe this tip could make your larges work for ponytails?


I wanted to share a way of making a flexi fit when it's just a little too big. I tried uploading some pictures but got an error message, so I will have to describe it instead.

Take a ponytail holder -- I used one made from a section of children's tights -- and wrap it around and around the middle of the "pin" portion of the flexi. Then use the modified flexi for a ponytail or a half-up (styles where you don't need the pin to be thin). The ponytail holder will fill in some of the space between the pin and the "8" so that less hair is required.

My fix does not make a huge difference in size, but it may help those who are in between sizes. In my case, a medium flexi is too tight for a ponytail, and a large is sometimes a little loose, but doing this fix to a large makes it just the right size.

[Theobroma]

I think there maybe to big, but they just fit over a folded braid. Its a shame because i brought 4 in the large size, maybe i can get another XL on the swap board.

If they're too big for your ponytail they practically HAVE to be OK for a centre-held bun -- perhaps you should just experiment with how you insert the pin? I can get even a medium to hold a nautilus for me, though I do need an XL if I'm trying to cover my entire bun!

[Hairitic]

sfgirl, the coupon code is blue-32088 and there is a place for you to enter it when you buy your flexis from flexi8.com (but not Lilla Rose).

HairStickler; Thanks for the discount code :mad:. I'm now $36.00 poorer (but 2 Flexi's richer :p)

[dulce]

Bunzfan,maybe try the large in a french twist?Or a peacock twist?

[Alvrodul]

I decided to have a little fun with my Flexis today - mostly it is the large ones who get to be used, but today I uses one Medium and a large number of extra small flexis. :D
http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m529/Alvrodul/Hairtoys%202012/Funwithflexis.jpg

[QMacrocarpa]

Hee, hee! The "Wear all of your hairtoys AT once" thread meets the "Flexi-8" thread! :D

[einna]

I wanted to share a way of making a flexi fit when it's just a little too big. I tried uploading some pictures but got an error message, so I will have to describe it instead.

Take a ponytail holder -- I used one made from a section of children's tights -- and wrap it around and around the middle of the "pin" portion of the flexi. Then use the modified flexi for a ponytail or a half-up (styles where you don't need the pin to be thin). The ponytail holder will fill in some of the space between the pin and the "8" so that less hair is required.

My fix does not make a huge difference in size, but it may help those who are in between sizes. In my case, a medium flexi is too tight for a ponytail, and a large is sometimes a little loose, but doing this fix to a large makes it just the right size.

Oh! This is such great advice! Thank you so much! I have a beautiful pearl flexi-8 in medium that is just a little bit to big for a ponytail. This will hopefully make it fit just right, and keep it from sliding! :D

[BelleBot]

I'm gutted. I had my eye on the pearl tree of life flexi 8 in XL for ages, now when I finally have the money to buy it, it's gone :( Perhaps I'll ask if they'll do a custom. I really want a flexi with pearls.

[Theobroma]

I'm gutted. I had my eye on the pearl tree of life flexi 8 in XL for ages, now when I finally have the money to buy it, it's gone :( Perhaps I'll ask if they'll do a custom. I really want a flexi with pearls.

Definitely ask! They're very helpful and have even been known to root through their supplies to see if they still have discontinued centres available. Chances are they'll be able to make you one even if it's no longer up on the website. Good luck!

[dulce]

You could also get a discontinued item done as a custom order through the flexi 8 website.

[dulce]

Was that Lilla rose or the Flexi 8 website and which size?I just checked and small pearl tree of life is available on both sites,I didn't check other sizes though.

[Skruttiz]

I'm gutted. I had my eye on the pearl tree of life flexi 8 in XL for ages, now when I finally have the money to buy it, it's gone :( Perhaps I'll ask if they'll do a custom. I really want a flexi with pearls.

Same thing for me, but I wanted it in size L. Fourtunately they still got it in size M so i went for that one instead.
I made my wallet empty the other day and ordered 5 flexis.
My husband will got nuts when he finds out.....:doh:He think´s I´m crazy that is willing to spend so much money for "just a hair thing". :crazyq:

[dulce]

So does my hubbie ,
but tell him how much you save on not going to the salon for a cut/style and or colour monthly!I tell him since I wear them daily I like lots of choice!Ooops,pressed a wrong key.

[Hairitic]

Hey ladies;
There's a pretty size Large Flexi for sale on the Swap Board :D. Just thought I'd do a litlle enabling :p

[whitedove]

Ok you all enabled me. I just brought 2, one for me and a larger one for my mum. Hopefully my mums hairs wont spit these out as easily as she does hairsticks :D

[Skruttiz]

So does my hubbie ,
but tell him how much you save on not going to the salon for a cut/style and or colour monthly!I tell him since I wear them daily I like lots of choice!Ooops,pressed a wrong key.

Good idea! I will tell my husband how much money I´ve saved because I haven´t been to a salon since 1995. :p

[xovictoryxo]

I love pulling my bangs and front side peices back with the mini flexi! I got one off of the swap boards that has a turtle. Best $6 I ever spent! :)

[HairStickler]

Amazingly, Lilla Rose has put up its May special early! The centerpiece is a heart with some openwork, and if you look closely you can see a mother and child. I think it was smart of them to sell this one well ahead of Mother's Day. :cheer:

[dulce]

The St.Pats special came out too close to St.Pats,I thought.Maybe others felt like I did and it affected their sales?

[nerdymomma]

I just ordered two flexis and a pair of hairsticks. Can't wait! It will be nice to have something pretty to put my hair in.

[dulce]

I bought the mothers day special,love the raised sculpted rose and romantic filligree heart.Am a sucker for their celtic or their romantic designs.Their upcoming western styles will not move me though.

[Leialein]

I love the Flexis. I have many different Flexis. I only use Mini, XS and Medium Size Flexis. This are my favourite flexis:
http://img513.imageshack.us/img513/249/cimg0996.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/513/cimg0996.jpg/) http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/5540/cimg1139e.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/502/cimg1139e.jpg/)http://img823.imageshack.us/img823/4198/cimg1200b.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/823/cimg1200b.jpg/)

[whitedove]

My flexis arrived today :D Tried 6 different hairstyles so far and discovered that a medium fits my mums hair when worn as a pony. Cant wait to see her wearing the one I have gotten her for her birthday in 2 weeks :).
I am finding my hair is a bit too slippy for buns while using the flexi, have I got the wrong size? Or will my hair grow into it? It can hold my tail of a french braid when folded, easily, might stick with that so I can show it off. I refuse to let my mum take it off me :P.

[UP Lisa]

What size did you get? I would think you would need a large to hold all of your hair.



My flexis arrived today :D Tried 6 different hairstyles so far and discovered that a medium fits my mums hair when worn as a pony. Cant wait to see her wearing the one I have gotten her for her birthday in 2 weeks :).
I am finding my hair is a bit too slippy for buns while using the flexi, have I got the wrong size? Or will my hair grow into it? It can hold my tail of a french braid when folded, easily, might stick with that so I can show it off. I refuse to let my mum take it off me :P.

[whitedove]

What size did you get? I would think you would need a large to hold all of your hair.

I got a meduim and a large. I can get meduim to hold a bun but it slithers out. I am on 2nd day hair so its really slippy still.

[nerdymomma]

Mine arrived yesterday! I was so excited to wear a French Twist again, only to discover that the medium is too small to hold my twist. I'm happy that I have so much hair but disappointed that I need another clip to do my favorite style.

[cuties]

Got my first flexi-8 at a local fair this past weekend. I got a mini and xs. I love the mini as I like to pull back a little bit of hair. Have mixed feelings about xsmall. Its for half updo's which I don't do much and my pony does not fit into it. I got so carried away that I bought it. Its very pretty though. Any ideas about what I can do with it? I have a bit longer than APL layered hair.

[lapushka]

Got my first flexi-8 at a local fair this past weekend. I got a mini and xs. I love the mini as I like to pull back a little bit of hair. Have mixed feelings about xsmall. Its for half updo's which I don't do much and my pony does not fit into it. I got so carried away that I bought it. Its very pretty though. Any ideas about what I can do with it? I have a bit longer than APL layered hair.

Same as with the mini, only pull more hair back?

[dulce]

I like to do a half up with a partial figure 8 and dangling tail,that goes well with a xsmall.Check my album for pics.

[dulce]

Oops,only have a full figure 8 pic in the album,do a half figure 8 and leave the tail to dangle.

[cuties]

Same as with the mini, only pull more hair back?

I tried that but the style doesn't suit me much. So was looking for other ideas.

[dulce]

How about a regular or a french braid half up ,use a xsmall to tie off braid and attach to under hair [do just a few inches past the half up ]No elastics needed.I also like twisting/rolling each side then attaching low down in a half up with a xsmall flexi,rather a medieveal look.

[sweetestpoison]

Just got my flexis!! :)

p.s. my hair still has a lil oil in it so it looks kinda greasy and is not quite as thick as it normally would be =\

Mini moon & stars:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7262/6990058398_5e6ac115e4.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63128997@N06/6990058398/)
Photo on 2012-05-02 at 13.21 #3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63128997@N06/6990058398/) by tatfreak15 (http://www.flickr.com/people/63128997@N06/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7247/7136143787_6017d0ea15.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63128997@N06/7136143787/)
Photo on 2012-05-02 at 13.16 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63128997@N06/7136143787/) by tatfreak15 (http://www.flickr.com/people/63128997@N06/), on Flickr

And XL circle thing, it just says unique circle pattern or something like that on the site:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7040/7136144315_ff38db5ca4.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63128997@N06/7136144315/)
Photo on 2012-05-02 at 13.25 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63128997@N06/7136144315/) by tatfreak15 (http://www.flickr.com/people/63128997@N06/), on Flickr


The mini i see getting worn quite a bit in the near future as a braid holder >.> The XL is just a TINY bit too big but i got it like that because i wanted one to grow into. It still fits right and holds well just not quite as well as it would if i had 2 or so more inches of hair. Still rather awesome sauce and pretty though :)

[dulce]

Sweetestpoison,check ebay for" silver moon earrings"[inexpensive] that will match your moon/stars flexi.Many styles to choose from.

[sweetestpoison]

Sweetestpoison,check ebay for" silver moon earrings"[inexpensive] that will match your moon/stars flexi.Many styles to choose from.

Thanks for the tip, i will have to check that out! :D

[cuties]

How about a regular or a french braid half up ,use a xsmall to tie off braid and attach to under hair [do just a few inches past the half up ]No elastics needed.I also like twisting/rolling each side then attaching low down in a half up with a xsmall flexi,rather a medieveal look.

Thanks, will try these. Firstly have to learn the french braid. My hands get tired when I am half way and my hair isn't even that long. LOL

[dulce]

Cuties.you can just do a regular braid.

[nerdymomma]

I would be worried about losing a clip by using to secure a braid. Is it more secure than I'm giving it credit for?

[sweetestpoison]

I would be worried about losing a clip by using to secure a braid. Is it more secure than I'm giving it credit for?


Feels pretty dang secure to me. I've been swingin it around for the past 5 hours and it's held so far. not even slid down. This is how i've been wearing it, it's in a high pony then braided.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8141/6990916484_eef5634430.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63128997@N06/6990916484/)
Photo on 2012-05-02 at 15.03 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63128997@N06/6990916484/) by tatfreak15 (http://www.flickr.com/people/63128997@N06/), on Flickr

I had doubts about it too but before ordering i took a barette similar size to the mini flexi-8 and if the ends closed like the flexi it would have held like a rock. If it were an x-small it would probably slip out but for my thickness the mini is perfect. I can't say that about everybody though. There's some people who would lose this in a heartbeat and some people who couldn't even get the bar through the cage because their hair is too thick.

[nerdymomma]

Good to know, thank you. It might work for me if I doubled my ends under...

[sweetestpoison]

Good to know, thank you. It might work for me if I doubled my ends under...

Sounds like it would work. Good news is they are much cheaper than their larger counterparts (11 dollars vs. the 21 i paid for the XL) and are pretty easy to sell. On top of that the people at flexi-8 supposedly have an amazing return/exchange policy so if there is a size that works better for you, more likely than not you'll be able to exchange it.

Side note: The mini as a braid holder makes a good weapon to whip your SO in the face with >.>

[dulce]

Yes,they are great for exchanges, I bought a mega clip[what was I thinking!]I use flexis only for my braid ends,if it fits well it won't come off.I use a mini for a down my back, french braid end ,a mini for an over the shoulder front braid end,and a xsmall for a regular braid down my back.

[nerdymomma]

Side note: The mini as a braid holder makes a good weapon to whip your SO in the face with >.>

rofl!!

Dh is sort-of pushing me towards signing on to be a consultant. I know I lot of women, and today was my first time wearing my clip out and I got a lot of comments.

[sweetestpoison]

rofl!!

Dh is sort-of pushing me towards signing on to be a consultant. I know I lot of women, and today was my first time wearing my clip out and I got a lot of comments.


I think it's a little funny that when you order them online they send you a card saying where to go to become a consultant. On one hand i wish they had a deal with a chain like how ficcare is with nordstroms but on the other i'm glad they are a small business and provide jobs for those who have the means to be a consultant. You should totally go for it but only if you know a lot of women willing to pay for it. I know a lot of people who would like one but only a handful that would pay full price for one lol

[nerdymomma]

I didn't know you could find Ficcare at Nordstroms, I will have to go take a look, just to satisfy my curiosity.

I was thinking that even if I don't have much luck selling, I would get the kit which has 5 clips for $49, not too shabby I think. And the occasional discount can't hurt either.

[dulce]

One tip I found,leave a fairly long tassel when you finish a braid with a flexi,looks nicer and makes it more secure.

[sweetestpoison]

I didn't know you could find Ficcare at Nordstroms, I will have to go take a look, just to satisfy my curiosity.

I was thinking that even if I don't have much luck selling, I would get the kit which has 5 clips for $49, not too shabby I think. And the occasional discount can't hurt either.

Yeah, they just have plain/simple ones but if you want a basic one for the shape more than the appearance. There's somewhere else online you can get them too but i don't remember.. its not headgames, it's listed on the hair toys list though. Flexi-8 kits/multiple packs?????


One tip I found,leave a fairly long tassel when you finish a braid with a flexi,looks nicer and makes it more secure.

Yeah i found that earlier after readjusting my braid a few times today because my dang layers kept poking out something fierce.

[nerdymomma]

One tip I found,leave a fairly long tassel when you finish a braid with a flexi,looks nicer and makes it more secure.

Thanks for the tip. I tried that last night with my small, unfortunately I'm definitely going to need an xs or mini for that purpose.


Yeah, they just have plain/simple ones but if you want a basic one for the shape more than the appearance. There's somewhere else online you can get them too but i don't remember.. its not headgames, it's listed on the hair toys list though. Flexi-8 kits/multiple packs????

http://www.lillarose.biz/BeautifulLife/become-a-consultant.html According to the website, if you buy the party kit for $49.99, they send you a kit that includes 5 flexi clips, I'm assuming one of each size. I'm going to look into if they allow you to select the styles. If they do, it wouldn't be a bad deal to get 5 flexis of your choice for $10/each, even if the business didn't work out.

[nerdymomma]

As for the Ficcare resale website, someone mentioned stone cottage in another thread. omg I just looked over there...right now I can take or leave the Ficcare, but owie there are some other pretties over there...Allegro Hair forks anyone? yummy. DH was cool with the flexis because they came out of my budget and he thinks they are practical. He's going to start giving me funny looks if I order anything else for my hair though. 4 years of mostly neglecting my hair ends with a crazy hair accessory shopping spree?

[sweetestpoison]

Thanks for the tip. I tried that last night with my small, unfortunately I'm definitely going to need an xs or mini for that purpose.



http://www.lillarose.biz/BeautifulLife/become-a-consultant.html According to the website, if you buy the party kit for $49.99, they send you a kit that includes 5 flexi clips, I'm assuming one of each size. I'm going to look into if they allow you to select the styles. If they do, it wouldn't be a bad deal to get 5 flexis of your choice for $10/each, even if the business didn't work out.



Now i'm looking into becoming a consultant >.> is it difficult? I'm gonna in alabama this summer which may provide some more business opportunity than the poverty stricken town in which i currently reside. What all does it consist of to be a consultant??

[nerdymomma]

I have no clue! I've shared as much research as I've done on the subject. Why not send an email or give them a call? (And share what you learn! I'm moving in a month so I'm not doing anything til July most likely.

[sweetestpoison]

I have no clue! I've shared as much research as I've done on the subject. Why not send an email or give them a call? (And share what you learn! I'm moving in a month so I'm not doing anything til July most likely.

Yeah the website says the starter kits prices but it doesn't really tell you how the selling process will work. I understand the fairs kit obviously you set up and sell them at the fair but what about the 5 piece kit? Or the ones where people have to actually order the flexis through you? I'd just hate for it to be as hard to do as mary kay =\

[nerdymomma]

If I had to guess, you can probably do it both ways. What I'd do is set up a website using their service, then make some simple business cards, hand them out when people ask about the clips, and then you don't have to worry about handling money or calculating shipping. I might handle the occasional order for family and friends, that's about it.

I'm basing this on this page: http://www.lillarose.biz/BeautifulLife/start-selling-now.html

[sweetestpoison]

If I had to guess, you can probably do it both ways. What I'd do is set up a website using their service, then make some simple business cards, hand them out when people ask about the clips, and then you don't have to worry about handling money or calculating shipping. I might handle the occasional order for family and friends, that's about it.

I'm basing this on this page: http://www.lillarose.biz/BeautifulLife/start-selling-now.html

Gonna have to check that out. Only problem is i don't have the start up for even the smallest package =\

[nerdymomma]

Neither do I. That isn't necessarily a bad thing. I find that taking the time to save and plan for a purchase ensures that it really is something that I want, and not just an impulse buy because of a good price.

[sweetestpoison]

Neither do I. That isn't necessarily a bad thing. I find that taking the time to save and plan for a purchase ensures that it really is something that I want, and not just an impulse buy because of a good price.

Too true :)

[dulce]

http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00061.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00061.jpg)

[dulce]

I bought a few of the Lilla rose mothers day special flexis and noticed it goes great with the[sadly now discontinued] Lilla Rose scroll heart earrings,so if any of you have these earrings check it out.

[dulce]

I just bought a scroll heart necklace to go with it to be a set as the necklaces are being discontinued once they are gone.

[dulce]

Even though lilla rose may not have anymore on their site you can check with some lilla rose consultants who may have the earrings in stock.That's how I got my discontinued celtic cross earrings and celtic cross necklace which were discontinued on the lilla rose site.

[sweetestpoison]

http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/th_DSC00061.jpg (http://s1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/?action=view&current=DSC00061.jpg)


OOoooooooh sooo prettyyyyyy!! Got any action shots??

[Criosdan]

I got my two golden flexis that week. I'm soooooo happy with them. Now, I have to test so many hair styles.

[nerdymomma]

Ooh lovely! Darn, now I wish I'd ordered that one.

[dulce]

The mothers day special is still available.

[swearnsue]

I just placed an order for my first Flexi8s! I know my hair isn't very long but I can do some tail ups with the minis. I'm totally blaming lapushka for being my enabler, she gave me the link!

[SilverDoe]

Another flexi newbie in need of size help!
I have APL very fine slippery hair, 2.2"-2.4" circumference. I'm going to purchase the mini for half ups, and XS for a pony/small updos.
But do I need a Small or Medium for buns & a french twist? Should I just get them both & possibly grow into the medium?

Also, how on earth do you decide which style to get in each size!? :disbelief

[Criosdan]

These are the two:

http://img6.imagebanana.com/img/ylwm1sb1/thumb/02052012080.jpg (http://www.imagebanana.com/view/ylwm1sb1/02052012080.jpg)