How to Curl Stubbornly-Straight Hair

Julia has the most stubborn straight hair.  When curled with a curling iron, it will be straight within about 30 minutes.  She loves having (temporary) curly hair, but clearly a curling iron isn't the answer.

Well, I tried a new technique last week.  After her hair was about half-dry following an evening shower, I pinned it up into four buns.  I had hoped this would serve two purposes - give Julia tighter curls and be somewhat comfortable for her to sleep on.

 Guess what?  Success!  Julia was able to sleep with the buns in her hair, and she had full, bouncy curls this morning.  But wait - it gets even better.  Since I pinned up her hair while it was damp, the curls stayed for days, not minutes.  Both Julia and I are so happy that we finally figured out how to curl her hair...it just takes a little planning.