Internationally renowned independent hairstyist and make-up artist Sherri Jessee learned the HARD WAY why its a great idea to create a hidden pin cushion to help create an anchor for bobby pins. "It's kind of a must for updos," she says, "and particularly when using veils. I worked on a bride last week and her veil came off during the wedding. If I had anchored it properly in a hidden braid it would have stayed in place."

Learn more from Jessee herself in this short video.

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