Q&A for How to Start a French Braid

Nothing is wrong with that. In fact, you should take your time in order to produce quality braids. Speed will come in time with practice.

Use hair masks and oil treatments. Check out wikiHow article Make a Homemade (Natural) Protein Hair Mask for some DIY ideas.

It may just be your hair type. You may need to use conditioner often, or a hair mask/oil. Hair spray will work to tame your hair before/after styling it.

Follow the same steps, but tuck the hair under the middle section instead of over. If you're not sure what that means, check out How to Make a Dutch Braid , or look for tutorials on YouTube.

If you have hair that touches your shoulders, then you will probably be able to achieve two French braids. Follow this article by splitting your hair in two and braiding as it says.

The piece in the center you can drop while crossing hair over then pickit up again. Or, you could continue holding the center while you cross the strand over. You do not drop it and continue, that would be for a waterfall braid.

Yes. You can definitely French braid by yourself, but it takes practice. Don't get frustrated at yourself if it doesn't work the first time.