It's the first Wednesday of the month, and that means we're going with a theme for today's WFMW. I thought a "greatest hits edition" would be a good idea, so that we could all share our very best with the blogosphere.
Who am I kidding?
I'm totally swamped this week, so re-running an old WFMW is nothing more than a very lovely and helpful cop-out. But let's go with it.
One of my favorite of my own WFMW tips has been life-changing. Or at least hair-changing (and when you're a Southern woman, that's the same thing). This was originally published in July of '07:
I have a head of very fine, straight, thick hair--the perfect recipe for some nasty static. As a result, when I blow-dry my hair (as I do most days, or at least the ones where personal hygiene manages an appearance toward the top of my to-do list), I end up looking much like a troll doll.
Now, I am a Southern woman who is also a child of the '80's, and as such, I have a very special place in my heart for big hair. But not troll big.
And so my life was forever changed a few years ago when I learned that spraying a spritz of Static Guard
on your hairbrush gets rid of that nasty fly-away hair. And it even smells really good.
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I've always wondered what kind of special magic fairy spray is in Static Guard. I've never been able to replicate it at home. Vinegar helps a bit for static on the clothes, but I'd never thought of Static Guard for bad hair days. :)
Posted by: aunt mommy | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 10:16 PM
Yikes...do I have to do a re-hash? I only have 2 prior WFMW posts! Not much to choose from!
Posted by: Lynn from Organicmania.com | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 10:22 PM
Yikes...do I have to do a re-hash? I only have 2 prior WFMW posts! Not much to choose from!
Posted by: Lynn from Organicmania.com | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 10:25 PM
This is a fabulous tip I have never heard before. I am excited to try it! Which could mean I need a little more excitement in my life.
Posted by: Jill | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 10:31 PM
Thank you, Shannon.
Posted by: Smockity Frocks | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 10:39 PM
I posted about my favorite shower cleaner...I've only done 8 WFMW posts and that was my first, so I hoped to show it off again.
I like the static electricity look -- is it not in style??? LOL
Kristin
Posted by: Kristin | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 10:48 PM
Reposted my very first WFMW...and considering I've only written two so far, it was kinda a no-brainer deciding which to choose!
Posted by: Joy | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 10:52 PM
Static guard, eh? I'll have to try this.
Glad you decided to do the re-run version of WFMW!
Posted by: Overwhelmed With Joy! | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 11:01 PM
I don't really have many WFMW but the one I included is Googled daily...I thought maybe it would be a good one to breathe new life into :).
Posted by: Robin-PENSIEVE | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 11:18 PM
Love your blog and love WFMW. This is my first attempt. Hope it works....and works for you.
Posted by: Crystal | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 11:23 PM
It's my first one, so didn't have a re-run! WFMW is a great idea!
Posted by: Melanie | Tuesday, April 01, 2008 at 11:53 PM
Gee, I never would have thought of something like that!
Posted by: Becca | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Hmmm... 'Static Guard' on your hair huh? I have a can of 'Wrinkle Guard'. Think it would work on my face?!!
;-)
Posted by: LeeAnn (AKA FrazzMom) | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 01:13 AM
I only had 2 WFMW posts, so I'm rehashing. Looks like I'm not the only one! :)
Posted by: Amanda | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 02:26 AM
I have done this for years. I have fine, pin-straight hair that has a mind of it's own. Thanks for sharing and for hosting!!
Posted by: Heather L. | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 05:12 AM
Great tip, my daughter has fly away hair in the dry winter months, I'll be using this tip for sure!
Posted by: The Happy Housewife | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 05:54 AM
Thanks for the tip Shannon!
I'm new to this so forgive my ignorance...It's 7:20 am EST and I'm the 146th on the list. Do you post this on Wednesday or is it Works for me Tuesday??? I checked for myself last night at 945pm but a thunderstorm rolled in and so the computer was turned off.
THanks again - you are a great writer and I love checking out your blog. I'm going to be making those burp cloths soon.
Nikki, The Techie Tutor (http://techietutor.wordpress.com)
Posted by: Nikki | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 06:24 AM
Thanks for the great idea. Never would've thought of that. :)
Posted by: Sarah | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 06:24 AM
I'm too new at this to have a Greatest entry. Sorry. This is fun though and I'm enjoying reading many other's handi-tips! THANKS!
Posted by: JennyV | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 06:40 AM
Wow - I'm loving the Greatest Hits edition - thanks!
Posted by: Judy | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 06:55 AM
Interesting, static gaurd. Doesn't it smell funny though?
I need a WFMW about thinning hair, do I shave my head and get a nice tattoo on my scalp, don a hat or wear a wig? Help!
Posted by: Sister Sassy | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 07:04 AM
oops, can you delete #178...this was my first time doing this and I forgot to change my url to the correct post. I fixed it on the next one. Sorry about that!
Posted by: Elisa | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 07:31 AM
I enjoyed reading Shawn's contribution this week. I think a great theme for WFMW would be "Men's Tips." We could solicit tips from DHs/SOs, dads, brothers, male coworkers, etc.!
Posted by: kristin | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 07:32 AM
Okay, I rehashed! I don't have that many posts yet, but this one had the most comments.
Have a great day!
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Posted by: Sheila | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 07:36 AM
I had no idea that anyone else did that to their hair! My daughter says it stinks, but at least I don't look like I have my finger in an electrical outlet. (:
Posted by: Christy Cook | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 08:11 AM
Ahhh, yes--the 80's---and I had very big hair too:::Giggles::: what a great post--I also know that spraying hairspray on your brush works too.
have a great week!
Julieann
http://juliean-mylife.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Julieann | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 08:19 AM
Thanks for the tip! These days I have to do my hair in half the time so I just might try this tip! By the way, commenting over at http://greenbabyguide.com/ has just gotten vastly easier. It used to be nearly impossible but we've finally simplified the process. We'd love to hear your comments so come on by!
Posted by: Green Baby | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 09:16 AM
I agree, Static Guard is the best stuff ever invented.
I've also resorted to putting lotion on my hands and then running them (lightly) through my hair to cut the static. This works but not as well.
Posted by: Jen | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 10:16 AM
I've rehashed a popular post of mine that is full of tips on how to take better pictures of your children.
Posted by: Christine from Watch me! No, Watch me! | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 10:27 AM
Ahhh...Troll Dolls. Yes, the memories!
Posted by: Sashwhy | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 10:29 AM
Can't use static guard in our house due to allergies but I find that an ionic hairbrush makes a HUGE difference.
Thank you for continuing to host this Shannon. IT is such a huge blessing.
Posted by: Heather Young | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 10:59 AM
Oh, Shannon, Shannon, Shannon, should I just say nothing about the Static Guard chemicals in your hair? Yikes.
I know what it's like to have problem hair...and I haven't yet found a good, organic, reasonably priced alternative to the product I used to use...but when I do, you can bet it will be one of my WFMW tips and I will urge you to use it instead of Static Guard! Stay tuned! :) -- Lynn
Posted by: Lynn from Organicmania.com | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 11:58 AM
I think this is a great idea and I never would have thought of it. My oldest daughter has static issues. This is why I don't invent things. I would be standing there with the brush and the can, thinking, 'should I?' I'm just not a risk-taker. So, thanks :D
Posted by: We are THAT family | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 01:45 PM
Static Guard is a must-have, but I never thought to use it like this! :-)
Posted by: Amber | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 02:09 PM
I'm a newbie. What a lot of fun. Love your site! I posted about my new favorite cleaner!
Have a great one!
Posted by: Mikki | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 02:37 PM
What a funny tip! I am sure Static Guard appreciates this free advertising.
Does this only work on dry hair? My daughter's curls only get even more frizzy if I blow dry it.
Posted by: Alyssa | Wednesday, April 02, 2008 at 11:47 PM
I linked to a post of mine that has a TON of helpful hints. :)
Posted by: Rina | Thursday, April 03, 2008 at 03:39 PM