How to Cut a Short Bob Haircut | Popular Haircut Tutorial with Easy Cutting Techniques

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Every time I post a haircut to my channel, so many of you guys ask for more cutting videos! It’s been such a common question actually, that I wanted to make sure I add them into my future videos which is why I created this video specifically for you!
In this video, I break down how to cut a short bob haircut AND show you all of my tips and tricks into creating this popular style. I also walk you through multiple ways make it customizable depending on the finished look you and your client are looking for.
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[@Hi-ts1ur]

My mother asked me to cut her hair during quarantine, so I am learning not to spoil it too much. I will do it tomorrow, wish me luck

[@QWERT-kj8dv]

Yo same I'm learning to cut my mums hair lol hope it goes well:)

[@Hi-ts1ur]

@@QWERT-kj8dv I wish you to succeed in cutting her hair, I did it to my mother and she liked it . And as a tip from me do not cut it too short from the first time but start by cutting a little by little If it is long you can fix it but if you cut it too short ... 😫 you will be finished And do a dry cut because if you cut it wet it will look the right length and when you dry it will be shorter 😊 good luck.

[@lalacanfy6423]

Same but i cut my mom hair before watch this and it end up funny😭💀

[@manelbenhamadi4603]

How was it?

[@rosestewart1606]

lol same. and she loves free haircuts now

[@daretolove5950]

She's so blessed to have a daughter who knows how to cut hair well. Good job!:)

[@charrylandayan785]

made me misedmy mother,l do cut her hair too.rip mom

[@steveforbes9302]

Its so refreshing to hear a hairdresser on YT who knows their terminology.

[@stephenyoung3008]

Thank you Jamie! Never cut anybody's hair before and wife needed a haircut bad because of the Covid lockdown. Followed your directions and magnificent results and my wife loved it! Thank you and my wife thanks you!

[@cathymiller1335]

Good video!

[@ladyjade6446]

Stephen Young wow

[@duniajilly5698]

what a kind husband😅

[@intrigue1275]

Stephen Young I’m gonna say us hairdressers like instruction, but having the public cut family members hair is disturbing to me. 2000 hours to get the license and years of paid for classes. This site should be only for licensed professionals

[@stephenyoung3008]

@@intrigue1275 I agree with you but in CA, we are shut down! So, explain to me how my wife is going to get her hair cut if she cannot go to her hair stylist and look good at the same time? You better take it up with KZbin if you wish these excellent videos ONLY available to "professionals". OR, maybe contact each Tuber and tell them to take down their video because it should be only for professionals! Good grief! Can't do anything or say anything positive without getting bashed for it!

[@TheDCDocent]

Thank you so much for this helpful video. My Mom hasn’t gotten her hair cut since pre-Covid and I used this video today to give her a bob. It came out great! It was my first time cutting hair and I was nervous but your video made it so easy. Thanks again, you saved the day for us.

[@michelef3874]

Thank you! My 19 yo son has been using this video to cut my hair during the pandemic and it's turned out great.

[@pinkdaisywigsboutique4717]

Hi Jamie thank you for this most excellent hair cutting teaching I really appreciate your teaching style it's simple, humble and very easy to understand❤ I want to keep learning from you I have been cutting hair 50 years and I have learned more on KZbin in a few years then my entire 50 years of doing hair. I wish I could have had you for my teacher from the very beginning God bless you😊

[@davidnewman554]

My husband started using your video tutorial during Covid lockdown and when I went back to my regular hairdresser post Covid she asked me who had cut my hair. I told her that my husband had cut it and she remarked it looked very good and she would give him the prize for the best husband's haircut. Fast forward to today and my regular hairdresser has put her prices up so high that as a senior citizen I can no longer afford her especially since the cost of living today in London is also very high. Enter my husband and he watched your video again and cut my hair as per your tutorial which he says is very easy to follow. That said, it is not to say that I've given up on hairdressers, I'm pretty sure I will be making an appointment with a new one soon. Many thanks, Evelyn

[@sonjaschultz3465]

Your mother is so beautiful! Thank you for being clear in your videos and explaining your reasoning, most artists will only say what they're doing instead of explaining, very educational thank you. I've been in the hair industry since 2017. 🙂

[@wandafuller-hillier1983]

Thanks so much for this. I'm getting my husband to watch it over and over so he can cut my hair during this pandemic!! Stay safe and healthy!!

[@jessicabristow4798]

That’s what I’m about to do!

[@emilyelizabeth4365]

Jamie. You’re the only KZbinr that can explain things in a way that’s easy for me to understand. Thanks so much.

[@pghhomemom]

Thank you for the step by step. Your mom's hair is my hair & I've gotten plenty of bad cuts from stylists who don't understand some of these challenges! Your mom is a wonderful model & I love your attitude!!

[@bohogal1]

Wonderful work and good instructions in an easy to follow manner. Mom is blessed to have you for a daughter!

[@JamieDana]

Thank you so much!

[@kristarichard]

Great style! Simple and elegant! It's all the dry cutting that most people skip that brings it all together and gives it that polished look! Great tutorial too!

[@lightlylotusnails]

I looooove that you're doing haircut tutorials. Coming from someone who just got licensed I would love to see some more tutorials on more "basic" cuts.

[@JamieDana]

I'm so happy to hear you loved this. Thanks for watching!

[@melissaculpepper7663]

Beautiful! I’ve been cutting hair for over 30 years. I love learning new techniques and/or, being energized by other stylists. Thank you!

[@JamieDana]

I'm so happy to hear you loved this. Thanks for watching!

[@highendchicks]

I have also been a stylist that long, also love new techniques, its like going to a show watching you. Also Thank you

[@janisforbes712]

where are you located

[@florida_grl_43beach11]

OH Jamie!!! I asked you for a tutorial of your Mom's haircut and you did it!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved it. Thanks for watching!

[@bonadeaagojo3774]

thank you so much for your "on-point" tutorial! Godbless you! ❤❤❤

[@audreypurple2785]

this quick, in depth, extremely accurate tutorial is EXACTLY what i needed. i have been struggling w this cut when it comes to my body position as well as the clients head position & you have completely cleared up all of my confusion. Jamie, thank you for taking the time to make this! i am SO grateful! please continue to make these, you are a wonderful teacher!

[@reneebrown8115]

I love the way you break down how you part the hair. Many can't break down and really explain how your part the hair. thank you .

[@755619]

love how you break everything down ! makes it so much easier i was always scared to do short hair! not anymore !

[@JamieDana]

That makes me so happy to hear!

[@matt36755]

You’re such a real life hair cutter i love it! Thank you!

[@khanhnguyen-kg9ei]

I watched your video before cutting my daughter’s hair because of Covid-19 and she likes it very much. Thank you so much for sharing. Great video!

[@pandaxo11able]

I love that you mention you are a more free form artist. I’ve been in the industry only 2 years and some haircuts still terrify me because so many stylists only show the very technical “by the book” methods which I struggle with sometimes

[@hustlerhoney1988]

You have quickly become my favorite KZbinr! You are such a great teacher! I find that often it’s too hard to follow along with others including a few of my cosmo instructors. I love how clear and easy you make learning these techniques. Seriously THANK YOU so much! You’re helping me make the most out of this quarantine by still actively learning while I wait to go back to cosmetology school.

[@shelbyjohn3968]

Such a beautiful cut. Definitely will be using this technique at school.

[@Velimattiranta]

Very nice and salon friendly....fast! Love your texturizing tips!

[@JoeSmith-tr1ud]

This has been so helpful, thank you! That small cut that you do to the ends (in the middle of video) makes a huge difference.

[@gretchentrumper9423]

I'm a very freeform cutter too! I do this cut almost exactly the same way. Including the straight across section at the top. Thanks for another great video!!

[@intuitivewellnessrituals]

Gretchen Trumper same here lol

[@kidgirl7]

I've been doing hair for 4 years and this was a nice refresher! I always neglect the fact I might be standing differently on the opposite side. Thank you!!

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved it. Thanks for watching!

[@elainedavies4539]

Lovely simple but classy haircut for your Mom! Love it for my clients ❤️

[@rachelgeorge2098]

We have been avoiding salons for the last year (pandemic), so I tried this out to cut my 9yo's hair. I removed about 4 inches. I'm not a hairdresser and have never had any of that training, but I think I did okay on her hair considering! We are both excited about her new cut. Thanks Jamie!

[@Hannalyn]

Your mom is so beautiful, she literally looks like your twin. I truly love this hair cut and color, great job Jamie!! 😍

[@JamieDana]

Thank you so much!

[@mkrtks6327]

I've just practiced your technique to my self.. oh I love it. Thank you!

[@sparklebox11]

Gosh .. well done .. how did you manage with the back of your head?

[@janisforbes712]

where are you located i would love my hair like that

[@sheila1013]

Gorgeous cut and finish and so therapeutic to watch. I have begun cutting my own hair therefore it's good to know all the potential problems that could occur with various angles. Thanks so much.

[@PomMom700]

That was the best hair cut I've seen in a while. She has great hair.

[@sophieca6906]

Thank you for showing slice cutting to reduce the volume. I have seen many Asian (male) stylists use this technique. Didn't know that American stylists can do this. And many American stylists I went to didn't really trimmed my neckline. So, I believe that you are a very good designer.

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved this! Thanks for watching!

[@phyllisburke7468]

Beautiful haircut, you explained everything great. I would love to see more videos like this.

[@happycook6737]

Check out Kenneth Siu and Maksim. I watch them too.

[@karthikvijayakumar343]

❤️❤️❤️this video! Thank you Jamie for doing this! I’be been interested in hair styling personally, and have cutting my own hair and that of my son and dad. Ive always wanted to cut and style for women, and tried this on my wife today - AND SHE LOVED IT! A big THANK YOU!

[@Jascen90]

I love your knowledge of anatomical terms. Watching it was a joy

[@theclassiccosmic]

Jamie, I love watching your haircuts bc you make them so easy to grasp! I can relate to your style of cutting so much, and I've learned so many tricks of the trade from you! Thank you so much! Always love your tutorials!! 👏❤

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved this. Thanks for watching!

[@AroundLondon]

AMAZING HAIR CUT, I AM A STUDENT IN HAIRDRESSING I STILL HAVING LEARN HOW TO DO A BOB BUT NOW AFTER SEEN YOUR VIDEO I AM GOING TO TRY TO DO A BOB ON A DOLL WISH ME LUCK 🙂

[@conniecerny5257]

Best bob haircut tutorial I have ever seen.

[@JamieDana]

I'm so happy to hear you loved this. Thanks for watching!

[@Castalia407]

I wish I could send this to the last stylist that cut my hair and not seem rude. I brought pictures of this hairstyle but all she did was cut my hair straight and a little shorter underneath. This is what I wanted. Thank you for a wonderful video. Amazing job!

[@sarinakleman7733]

Love this! Very helpful and easy to follow ❤️

[@roseemerald7351]

This made me feel so much more confident because we cut hair the exact same. But that slide cutting technique with the texture shears was amazing and I need to start doing that ASAP 😍😍😍😍

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved it. Thanks for watching!

[@JulieNikoli]

No interesting

[@gorditothebunny8250]

I love the technique explanation, very detailed but not overly complicated. Thanks!

[@coolkathleen49]

I love this Bob cut, you did .a great job!!!

[@ronaldwilliams8184]

You are awesome. Love your “ we all do it”. Easy, natural and fun. Beautiful! Thanks and thanks mom!😘

[@JamieDana]

Aw thanks so much. I really appreciate it!

[@leahbrowning5652]

Love this! So pretty. Such a helpful video. Really appreciate videos like these x

[@JamieDana]

I'm so happy to hear you loved this. Thanks for watching!

[@lucez205]

Mummy looks lovely. Love her colour and her hairstyle is very modern and flattering! You are one of my favourite tutor! :) thank you 🙏

[@susanperry4481]

Awesome! Love your cutting technique and explaining everything! Thank you Jamie!

[@kimgarnham2905]

I done this cut in my sister today. Turned out lovely, she was so happy.. Thanks for tutorial. would love to see you doing more on cuts also. You are very good at explaining what your doing xx

[@JamieDana]

Hey Kim Garnham I'm so happy to hear you've learned so much from my videos! Thank you so much for watching.

[@hollylm]

Gorgeous work! The “high 45” was actually 90 degree from the head. Wherever you are on the shape of the head, pulling that hair straight out creates 90 degrees. Your “low 45” was a true 45 degree angle! And on longer layers holding directly up and vertical is 180 degrees. I love your work. I just know angles a bit and wanted to let you know! ❤️ I am more of a cutter than a colorist so that’s why I love your videos. Love learning.

[@TheDanielKobale]

Thank you so much. I’m a student learning hairdressing and I prefer freeform cutting and you made it do simple. I have seen other videos and done hairdressers just over complicate their cuts. I like your straightforward style of cutting.

[@NourElHouda-ve8sb]

Super easy to follow 😍, and I've just tried it on mom and let me tell you she LOVES IT.

[@xcessivecaressr]

We need more step by step tutorials like this! Fantastic! Thank you

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved it. Thanks for watching!

[@dorothykennedy9529]

Beatiful

[@Leza1121]

This was great!! Thanks so much for sharing your haircutting techniques. I've learned so much from your clear explanations and easy to follow demo. 😊👍💇‍♀️

[@JamieDana]

I'm so happy to hear you loved this. Thanks for watching!

[@AzhureLace]

I just graduated in April and my mom decided she wants a Bob (not my forte) so this was a great refresher! This cut is so cute! I really like your teaching style. 💜

[@poppoppifications]

Thank you (and your mom) so much for this tutorial! Love your energy and your tips!

[@isabelavesanz5510]

Muy lindo! Felicidades! Bellissimo 👍😊

[@chippyl3331]

Love this. Simple, yet elegant/sophisticated. Just the cut I've been looking for! Going to take this to my stylist. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@martinadams5382]

Great tute ! You’re a natural teacher , all steps clearly explained ✅ , especially re angles . Very helpful . Many thanks 😊

[@dolsiemercado3140]

Thank you for being so informative. I am definitely going to watch more of your videos. I am so glad I clicked this video.

[@CharlieBets]

Love this tutorial! Definitely one of my faves ♥️

[@JamieDana]

I'm so happy to hear you loved this. Thanks for watching!

[@julchenl184]

More, more, more please. Like how you explain it. Regards from Germany. 🌸💜

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved this. Thanks for watching!

[@cindyray5253]

Never have I thought to angle the cutting shears. It definitely makes a difference rather than going straight down. Thanks, I'll definitely try that next time.

[@cicada2022]

Your mom is so cute & a very lucky lady to have you as a daughter 💓

[@kellylynnhunt1]

I want this exact haircut I love it x 10!!! I can take this to any hair salon that I know of and it would not come out looking like I want it I have never ever been to a hair salon and my hair come out looking decent I don't know what to do.

[@xkatiex3734]

I’m currently doing level 2 hairdressing and I’m doing level 3 soon and these videos are literally amazing

[@thelmaripp6918]

What do you mean level 2 and 3 of hairdresser? I'm looking for a school to improve my haircut techniques.

[@jesussaves9886]

Beautiful job ! Great tips , followed your directions and hair came out fantastic ! 🙌🏼👍🏼

[@katywilkinson6678]

Your videos are super helpful, I use them often! As a professional, I have a hard time trusting anyone else so I normally do my own hair. I would so appreciate a video for professionals on techniques for cutting the back of your own hair like undercuts or stacking. There are so many DIY videos out there by amateurs but not many from one stylist to another. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@lovelylouro]

Soooo beautiful! This is my most favorite cut, but my hair has gotten so thin after an immune disease diagnosis and so I want the bob, but have to stay away from the more dramatic layers. So pretty!

[@JamieDana]

Thank you so much! I'm thrilled to hear you loved it!

[@Atheria444]

lovelylouro I’ve lost A LOT of my hair too from health issues. I feel your pain. Bobs are my favorite cuts, but I can’t have layers as it would be WAY too thin. I do like pixies too.

[@lovelylouro]

@@Atheria444 Pixies are so chic on some women too! Maybe a pixie with a topper and you could look like Meryl in The Devil Wears Prada! That is beautiful! I've moved onto lace frontal wigs. They actually look incredible and I feel so pretty now! I still have all of my hair, it's just thin and sparse. So this works, and child, I wear a long full wig too! Haha, I figured, if I'm gonna buy hair, I'm gonna buy the long luscious hair I've always wanted! ;-) Have an awesome day!

[@lovelylouro]

@@Atheria444 Btw, my doc prescribed me Spironolactone. Have you tried that?? I have a very low prescription, but I have to be honest, I'm apprehensive to try it. Supposedly you go through a period of hair loss for about 6 weeks and then you completely stop shedding for the duration while you use the prescription. It's a testosterone blocker. *sigh* I just don't wanna freak out seeing myself with MORE hair loss for those weeks... is that crazy?? Anyway, just thought I'd share.

[@Atheria444]

@@lovelylouro Decades ago I got a Lady Godiva type LONG partial wig that was awesome, but hurt my head because it was so heavy. The fake hair went in waves down to my butt. Ha! Because I used my own hair in front, people really thought the hair was mine. :-) A Facebook memory from 2011 popped up yesterday from when I had just cut my hair short, and the consensus is, I look better with short hair and need to chop off what's left of mine!

[@ivettepuga9200]

Yey haircut video!!!

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved it. Thanks for watching!

[@michellestewart761]

I just came across this video, and I LOVE the cut and color. Great tips!! thanks for sharing this

[@anim4852]

Mom volunteering for a haircut is amazing!

[@Lifewithlisalove]

Best bob cut tutorial I’ve ever seen!

[@JamieDana]

I'm so happy to hear you loved this. Thanks for watching!

[@nicolethenightowl5888]

Thank you!! This is sooo helpful!! I've been trying to work my cutting skills as well as color!

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved it. Thanks for watching!

[@johncortesi8038]

Love you! 😊. Thanks so much for a fun , informed video, the bomb!

[@christinejimenez10]

Excellent!! We use a lot of the same techniques and I’ve been doing hair for over 20 years!! Look how much you know at such a young age!! Wow!!

[@lyanelawly]

If only I can find a hair dresser like you! I’ve had so many bad haircuts I have resorted to cut my own hair 😩

[@tan3964]

Me too. But it is so difficult cutting the back. How can I possibly follow her instructions on myself??!!!!

[@AnnMitt]

Watching this during quarantine. This is the exact haircut that I keep asking for but never get. I also have thick limp hair. Would a stylist be insulted if I emailed her/him the video to watch before an appointment?

[@SproutedWriting]

That’s what I want to do! I also have thick, super straight hair.

[@karygarcia2666]

I just got my haircut TODAY..and its a MESSSSSSSSSSSSS..

[@AnnMitt]

@@karygarcia2666 How did the hair cut turn out? Are you happy with it?

[@gotadaguaful]

That’s a great idea so your hairstylist can see exactly what you want. That way you don’t end up having another undesirable haircut . 💇 👏🏼

[@karygarcia2666]

No..

[@mariealborano7485]

Beautiful haircut , loved the technique of thininh shears . Thank you for sharing .

[@katjones5187]

Clear, concise tutorial! Loved it.

[@louannhop100]

Great step by step tutorial you make it look so easy! I’ve just qualified with my NVQ2 hairdressing and cutting bobs always scares me lol! I am starting my NVQ3 this year so just hope to one day be as confident as you! Love watching your tutorials they always help me so much! Xx

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved it. Thanks for watching!

[@MegaMindyLou]

Your mom is so pretty! Makes me wanna go to beauty school. ❤️

[@JamieDana]

Thank you!

[@sharonmajesticdiva1572]

thank u so much for sharing this. It's a great help for me learning those techniques.

[@charlenegeyer457]

This is beautiful!!! Your videos are so easy to follow. I love them!!!

[@christineikswoktiw4500]

OMG I wish I saw this video 8 months ago (I know its 3 days old)! I am having major health issues which have effected my hair. I used to have healthy long hair. It started rapidly thinning and falling out. Out of desperation, I went to a near by, not my usual, hairdresser and she just cut it all, ALL off. No style~just gone. My hair is not growingat all since January (I haven't needed my bags cut since January-no growth). If I saw this cut, I would have been able to give her better guidance or been patient and had my regular hairdresser cut it. Nice cut! Thanks for sharing this video!

[@JamieDana]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@daretolove5950]

Pray to God in the name of Jesus. He healed me miraculously of uterine cancer no chemotherapy or surgery supernaturally he can do it for you too just ask and have faith!:)

[@debbiepotts5672]

Nice job

[@kazbaz8645]

Oh I’m back here again a year later ... good video thank u

[@emilyv4985]

Lol when ever I do my moms hair she always ask me questions and tells me I’m doing a good job ❤️❤️

[@camillebrown5436]

Jamie, you are such a great teacher! Love to learn from you! Very skilled. Mum has nice hair!

[@nadmiet7733]

Beautiful! This is what I was looking for to do my hair cut like that.

[@leannedunn9948]

Vary nice! We have very similar cutting styles. One of my fave cuts to do!!

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved it. Thanks for watching!

[@skelieskaal4693]

It looks amazing and your mom is beautiful. Would you ever consider a video on a one length blunt chin bob, straight with no bevel or bend? This is my Dream hair but I’m not sure how to achieve it.

[@JamieDana]

I'll definitely keep that in mind for a future video. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Alleellaa]

Clicks video. Me seeing that it's my favorite HAIR COLOR GIRL teaching me CUTTING techniques too!! 😍🥰 Now I _know_ it will be good!

[@pchaudhary2568]

Thank you for such an easy explanation.I was able to cut my sister’s hair.This is such a special and helpful video 😘.Thank you

[@bannmeier]

You’re excellent ❣️

[@JamieDana]

I'm thrilled to hear you loved this! Thanks so much for watching.

[@whiteknightshreds]

Beautiful cut Jamie!! What texture shears do u use? Are they in yr Amazon shop? Hugs from San Diego

[@JamieDana]

I use Hanzo shears. Thanks for watching!

[@rickyaranda335]

Thank you! Your energy kept my attention

[@phyllisburke7468]

Love this haircut, great job explaining it.