In this video I’m showing you how I do the easy curly crochet half-up, half-down claw clip hairstyle that’s been trending on TikTok. It’s a super beginner-friendly look for natural 4C hair, and the goal is to get that cute, effortless “soft life” vibe without making it complicated. I walk you through the full process step-by-step, from parting my hair to getting the back prepped so the crochet can sit neatly and feel secure. I start by parting my hair, then I braid the back (and if you don’t know how to braid, you can absolutely twist your hair and pin it together instead). After that, I show how I crochet the curly hair into the back, then I focus on sleeking the front so it looks clean and put-together. Next, I braid and crochet the top section, pop on the claw clip, and then we do the final adjustments—cutting, fluffing, and shaping it so it looks natural and balanced. If you want a quick protective-ish style that still gives “I did something” energy for NYC days, errands, or a solo date, this one is it. By the end, you’ll know exactly where each section goes and how to tweak it to fit your head and your vibe.