At times, your twirler will need to make quick costume changes.
I found that having her wear curlers to the competion and taking them out in the car once we were within a few miles of the place helps. I also arrive early enough to recurl her hair. As a rule, I try to arrive at least one hour prior to when we need to arrive.
When she needs to put her hair into a bun, I use a bun maker. Her hair seems to fall into place once I pull her hair into a pony tail. I curl the hair into a circle and use V pins to keep it into place.
A skin colored leotard also helps to make the transitions quicker. Try to hang the costumes in garmet bags. You can put accessories in the bags, too. Have a seperate bags for cloths worn to the competition and shoes. The more organized you are the easier it will be.
We recently added a case for hair accessories and make-up. Although you can go cheap, I recommend going for a bit better case. We chose a case with 6 small trays that fold out and a lower area for larger items. It cost thirty dollars, but is definately worth the price. I've seen people with small caboodles, but they still seem to fumble through a mess of thrown items. I loved the every item in its place effect caused by our case. No wasted time fumbling through some mess.
Organization has a calming effect on parent and twirler!!!
I found that having her wear curlers to the competion and taking them out in the car once we were within a few miles of the place helps. I also arrive early enough to recurl her hair. As a rule, I try to arrive at least one hour prior to when we need to arrive.
When she needs to put her hair into a bun, I use a bun maker. Her hair seems to fall into place once I pull her hair into a pony tail. I curl the hair into a circle and use V pins to keep it into place.
A skin colored leotard also helps to make the transitions quicker. Try to hang the costumes in garmet bags. You can put accessories in the bags, too. Have a seperate bags for cloths worn to the competition and shoes. The more organized you are the easier it will be.
We recently added a case for hair accessories and make-up. Although you can go cheap, I recommend going for a bit better case. We chose a case with 6 small trays that fold out and a lower area for larger items. It cost thirty dollars, but is definately worth the price. I've seen people with small caboodles, but they still seem to fumble through a mess of thrown items. I loved the every item in its place effect caused by our case. No wasted time fumbling through some mess.
Organization has a calming effect on parent and twirler!!!
