I'm thinking of ordering the Homecoming Yearbook and 2 calendars. Does the
yearbook have information in it? I mean... is there info that I can use --
as a customer -- other than just the pictures? I don't want to buy it if
the book is geared more towards consultants and won't really do me much good.
-- Sandy
Visit my Book Nook for books on natural hair care:
http://home.earthlink.net/~diamonique/lockitup/books.html
Missy, email a couple of the pictures to me and let me see if I can enlarge
them.
-- Sandy
I got a chance last night to see the picks done at
Walgreens. I will be redoing the pics b/c I cannot see
them and I know yall cannot.
I also have no idea how to enlarge them so I will take
the disk back and ask them to fix it.
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Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
LOL! Not at all, Khumura. Although it was *way* off topic (hint hint
<g
around.
-- Sandy
Hey Missy, So glad the style came out well. I really love wearing my
hair that way. It really provides alot of versatility with little
effort and best of all IT LASTS! Gotta love that!
--- nikican@... wrote:
to not be fearful of water
*********
I really enjoy Any Day Now. i saw the espisode your
are speaking of. Didn't ME join her in wearing a swim
cap?? Lol....
******
Also ladies I have the pics on disk, I will upload
them to Egroups, as soon as I finish this email.
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
Thanks, Sandy
I thought that I had to braid my hair and band it like when I shampoo
it. Do your permed ends get tangled and knotted?
Carol
It's OK. You'll get it worked out. :-)
-- Sandy
Sandy, I don't know what I did wrong. I responded to the digest but I
deleted digest # 164, then cut and pasted Styling Options in the subject
line. Somehow I goofed it up again.
Carol
In a message dated 12/6/00 4:06:28 AM Central Standard Time,
LockItUp@egroups.com writes:
<< I tried the following styling option and ended up with a really
pretty, long-lasting do. I misted my hair with water and essential
oil( of your choice) then I sectioned into small-medium sections then
braided it.
I have tried that and it does last a long time. Usually I roll my hair on
rods after I dampen the ends with water, get in the shower and take the rods
out when I get out. It is amazing to me that my hair curls in that short of
time.
Isn't it wonderful to not be fearful of water anymore. Water is used to make
our hair beautiful instead of ruining our do. I watched a show on the
Lifetime channel the other day called Any Day Now. They flashbacked to the
60s and the little Black girl had just got her hair pressed and her little
white friend pushed her in the pool. Her hair was a mess and she was so
upset that she could not speak. Her mother took her for her first perm the
next day.
Man, that brings back memories. The difference is that I did not get my first
perm until I was 21. I was an avid swimmer as a kid, was a lifeguard in my
teens but, my hair was always a wreck. Serious swimmers know that the cap
does not keep your hair dry. Now, years later I have stopped swimming and
have gained a ton of weight. As soon as I get rid of these permed ends I am
going to start swimming again.
Carol
Celebrating my 40th B-day today! Praise God!
I am interested in the Homecoming, any dates for it yet?......lillieb
**************************
I did my hair like this last night. I must admit, I
look *jood*...as James Earl Hardy said in his B Boy
Blues Book
It looks so good I didn't take the braid out I lfet
them in little balls all over my head, maybe in a few
days for a different look I will separate them with my
fingers.
I also noticed I love the feel of my hair and I think
not only do my complexion look lighter I look younger
then my 38 yrs.
I hope everyone has a wonderful day!
Pat and Carol I hope both of you are feeling better.
I get the pics back from Walgreens today and I will
get a few placed on disk and uploaded by the weekend.
Wooooooooooooohooooooooo
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Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
It just came to me that I haven't received my Brotherlocks calendar. Did you
order one???
khumura
,
Thanks for the advice. I'm just researching now. I'm actually job-hunting
in my career field right now, which is a Systems Support Specialist. I'm
not ready to decide where the Sisterlocks will fit. Because of my recent
new car purchase I need to continue working in my field before going to
Sisterlocks full time.
I'm just exploring the market place. I have not lived in the area in 18
years so I need to start from ground zero to learn the demographics of the
area again.
I don't plan on working in a salon I just need to know what the city has to
offer in natural hair care.
My first clients will be people I know and have shared Sisterlocks with via
the web. My business cards currently have my e-mail as well as my web
address. I do graphic arts and know people in the field so my stuff will be
done professionally.
One of my first purchases after the holiday season is a good camera. The
one I've been using for the web site is OK but I need one that gets a better
resolution. I also design apparel and accessories so my graphic arts needs
will carry over to that side of my business as well. I'm in No hurry. I
want to have my plans in order.
I will keep you in mind when I get down to the details.
Thanks again
I will keep you posted.
Pat
Love and blessings to Ya!!
Pat
web page:
http://welcome.to/NaturalHairJourney
Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows; it empties today of its
strength.
~~Corrie Ten Boom~~
TODAY IS THE TOMORROW.. YOU WORRIED ABOUT YESTERDAY...
Was it really worth it?
The hair is doing fine. I had about an inch of new growth in the back, so
it took a little longer. I usually go after 6 weeks, but this time it was
8 weeks. The perm is still there. No new instructions. It took 3
hours. It normally takes two. I don't know how long my hair is... I'll
measure tonight and see.
My headband came in handy today because it covers up the parts in the
front. :-) I'm gonna wash my hair tonight... that'll fill in the parts a bit.
Take care of yourself Pat. Don't try to do too much if your body isn't
completely recovered.
-- Sandy
-- Sandy (newly retightened)(the parts are back)
******************************************************
So Sandy, how is your hair doing....???? Any perm gone???? Any new
instructions??? How long did it take??? How long is your hair now???
I'm home recovering still. I will be working on my head today. I have a
"full" head with no indication there ever were parts (Not Good) This is
when wearing head bands and wraps come in handy. This way you still look
neat.
Look. I need to get busy. I have to be groomed for my "Home Coming" in 2
weeks. I'm going to Grace's later today and have her help me with the back.
I have a lot "new" hair where she had to start new locks. I can not see in
the back and don't want to combine locks because I can not see what I'm
doing.
Pat
There's no link in the files area about the homecoming because we don't
have the details yet. There's info in there about the October cruise,
though. Check it out!
-- Sandy
This is a really nice, easy do. I've done this many times and it always
turns out very nice and lasts a long time.
-- Sandy (newly retightened)(the parts are back)
********
Is the link in the archives, I will check when I get
home this evening I would love to go by the summer my
babies will be 5- 8 months old....hee..hee
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
Carol said,
<The other day there was a couple staring at my head but they had a
<kind of admiring look on their faces. I think because of the
<straight ends some people don't know what they are seeing. I like
<that too. I have always liked being a little different.
Interesting.. I think I like being different ... that's why the parts and
the curly-Q's did not bother me much.
I'm going home in 2 weeks to visit and look for a job before moving back.
Home is Cincinnati, Ohio.
I've told several people back there I have locks so I'm certain they have
had a lot of time to imagine how I look. My mother when I first told her
said ... "can you wash them?" She meant no harm that is just how Mother's
are... My Mother knows I've always been one to change my hair so she will
enjoy seeing style.
So when I go back I will be styling just to show them different ways they
can be worn. For my interviews I will do a straw set.
I also have some potential customers waiting. So I will be taking business
cards, my portfolio, and brochures to promote Sisterlocks. I also will be
checking to see if there are any Natural hair care salons in the area. I
know there are several consultants in Columbus which is an hour away.
Anyway everyone around here, (Denver) have gotten use to me being different.
The test is going back home.
Pat
.
Hey Carol,
Thanks for the kind words. I enjoy this list more then you would ever know.
I check it several times a day even when I don't post. Everyone on this
list seems real positive and like they are truly your friends. Some of the
other natural hair care list ARE NOT as positive and seem to get off making
each other look bad. So I always feel comfortable showing Y'all stuff
before I go "public". So I thank everyone for helping out. As others start
pages I'm certain there are several "eyes" here to help you along the way.
We all need each other KUODS to Sandy "our" list leader also for all her
hard work. She's always there to reply to people or say hello. ((((
HUG )))))).
Oh yeah the piano is Sigrid's and yes she is also a blessing. Her and her
sister are wonderful "good" people. Every time I visit I feel right at home
as if I've known them forever. This is the same way I felt while in San
Diego at Kim Hall's home. Hey let's face it REAL people are a rare jewel.
I even look forward to meeting Sandy in person this summer at the Homecoming
as well as during the ANHA cruise. We decided to be cabin mates even with
us Never meeting each other in person. This proves that true friendship
comes from the heart and not just a physical thing. I feel close to all on
this list.
So how many are planning on attending the Homecoming this summer and did
anyone else sigh up from the Nappy Hair Affair ANHA cruise. Sandy I know
has the link if you don't know what I'm talking about. It's a good time
after Christmas to start saving up for the summer and fall events.
Anyway Enough of my "whiny" sentimental Butt....... Have a wonderful day.
Love Ya!!!
Love and blessings to Ya!!
Pat
web page:
http://welcome.to/NaturalHairJourney
Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows; it empties today of its
strength.
~~Corrie Ten Boom~~
TODAY IS THE TOMORROW.. YOU WORRIED ABOUT YESTERDAY...
Was it really worth it?
Shantrell
Brown paper roll is from the old school. You tear
apart a bag making each peice about 4 inches long or
long enough for you length hair.
Twist the bag and roll your hair. I guess I can
compare it to the twist roller in the beauty supply
store.
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
I tried the following styling option and ended up with a really
pretty, long-lasting do. I misted my hair with water and essential
oil( of your choice) then I sectioned into small-medium sections then
braided it. After that I rolled each braid under, toward my scalp then
pinned into into place. The result was a head full of kinda spiral
wavy looking locs. It really lasts. Looks great worn up or down and
makes the hair look fuller. Just finger comb. I like the look better
than simply braiding the locs together. If you want to extend the
do..just twist sections together then roll and pin. That simple!
Pat, you are really stylin girl! Love the hair, love the jewelry, love the
nails and I love that baby grand piano! I would definitely use that as a
prop.
The women here are sooo creative!
Carol
I got mine done while I was off for vacation so I did not hear from
my coworkers for like 2 weeks. I have not received any negative
comments either. I hear "it is really cute " a lot. I get silence
from some people also so, I figure the silent ones are the ones that
maybe don't like it. I appreciate that also. I am glad that they
keep negative comments to themselves. My Mom did not like all of the
scalp showing at first.
On election day I caught a women who was behind me in the voting line
staring at my head with a bewildered look on her face. That was
right after a retigtening,so maybe it was the scalp showing again.
The other day there was a couple staring at my head but they had a
kind of admiring look on their faces. I think because of the
straight ends some people don't know what they are seeing. I like
that too. I have always liked being a little different.
My husband is just happy that my hair looks done most of the time.
He didn't like how my hair looked in between visits to the salon. I
have not had a bad hair day yet.( in my opinion) Even with having
pneumonia and not doing anything to my head for the last week. It's
all good.
Carol
Sorry Sandy, I see that I am the culprit. I thought that I had cut
and pasted "missy is free" but I see I did not do it in all of the
messages. Got it.
Carol
*********
I am not sure why she isn't listed, I do know she is
certified and knows her stuff. As I am sure you know
from looking at the braids your sister-in-law gets.
Carol what is your in-laws name? I would just like to
drop it to Serenna.
*********
This world is not a big as we think it is anymore.
I am sure if you gave her a call, she can add you as
her client if that be your choice
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
I'm posting this portion of our guidelines as a reminder:
I see they have added Chicago Illinois at the Sisterlock website
where as I did not see it before. I probably would have gotten her
name if I had actually called the office. I read about Serenna in the
Sunday paper one time. They had a whole big article about Braids
Bazaar but I don't remember them mentioning Sisterlocks.
In a message dated 12/4/00 4:28:09 AM Central Standard Time,
LockItUp@egroups.com writes:
<< Pat my loctician is Serenna "Braids Bazaar in DOlton,
IL.
I cannot believe that I am seeing this. I know of Serena and have went to
her before to have braids done. Her location is much more convenient than my
consultant. I wonder why she isn't on any of the lists, not even at the
Sisterlock website. My sister-law has been going to her for years to get her
braids. In fact she was just the other day describing how she has seen
Serena do locks and it sounded a lot like Sisterlocks. I thought that she
had figured out a way to do locks that are similar to Sisterlocks. All of
that time when I was looking for a loctician, she was there in a location
close to me. Well, that is good to know even now.
Carol
You may be pleasantly surprised. I have yet to receive a negative
comment. People sort of looked at it funny when I first got it because so
much scalp was showing. I admit it looked weird. But I explained that
it'll fill in; and after the first day I didn't get anymore weird looks.
Now everyone here at work is simply watching my progress and occasionally
commenting on how nice it's coming along. When I take the time to really
style it, I always get lots of compliments.
Hurry up! We wanna see!!! :-)
-- Sandy
******
I am printing out the order form thank you very much.
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
***********
Kim in the back I have all new growth my loctician was
very excited when she did that portion of my hair. It
was very bushy, and thick like lambs wool in the back.
The sides and front is thick in the roots for about
ummm one inch then it seems to thin out where the
perm'd ends are.
I will follow my locticians instructions for my head,
every step of the way, I was curious...lol
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
*******
Thank you very much Kim...I loved looking at your
pictures at Pat's site, your hair is so full, black
and just lovely.
I am here at work, in my glory...waiting to hear what
folks have to say. I got my first comment, "Oh Laverne
(that's me), what r u doing to your hair? I'm locking
it, oh that's nice it fits your face.
Comment 2 -
Laverne your always doing something different with
your hair? Yes I love my hair.
I expect some comments will not be as pleasant as
these 2, but guess what b/c of all of you and my
connection to the lord and Allah, I am ready.
Have a wonderful day all, I brought the camera to work
so I can finish the film and get these babies
developed...lol
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
Missy,
There are some people (not many) who have never had to bundle their
hair before washing. Their hair was locked the moment they were put in.
However, don't assume that you're one of those people. You don't want
to find out the hard way that you're not. Take it from me. I learned
the hard way that I was NOT one of those people. Just bundle your hair
until you're given the OK to not do so anymore. However, grabbing only
three at a time seems like to few. Do you have very thick hair? Lots of
density?
Pat,
Thanks for sharing your site. What a wonderful gift. Your hair is
beautiful. It looks so different than it did in July. Your hair has
really grown and your locks are maturing nicely. You look too cute in
your photos, orange rods and all :) The straw set looked beautiful.
Next time, try those flexible rollers. You'll be able to put a lot more
locks on them and still get the desired look. They come in different
sizes. Get the long thin ones. Back in July, your hair was the perfect
size for straws, but now your locks have expanded and are too long for
the straws. It's not impossible, but it takes too long and too many
straws. Any how, I love your site(s) and always refer people to it.
You're so down to earth and I enjoy reading your memoirs. Oh, and I bet
Sigrid's house is beautiful. Was that a baby grand piano in the
background? Pat, I hope you get better soon, and keep on sharing.
It looks great, Pat! As usual. :-)
One day I might be inclined to try that straw set. I can hear my arms
screaming at me already. LOL!
-- Sandy
I remember one person on this list -- or maybe another list -- hadn't been
told to braid and band her hair. She was getting frizzies and fuzzy hair.
Your locks are new, Missy. Don't wash them without banding and braiding
them. Your consultant will let you know when your locks are mature enough
that you don't need to braid and band them anymore. Mine are 4 months old
and I still braid and band every time I wash them. I'll continue to do so
until my consultant says it's OK to stop. I'm hoping she'll tell me that
tomorrow when I go for another retightening, but if not... I'll just keep
on braiding and banding.
I don't do it by sections. I braid and band my whole head... about 12 or
15 braids altogether... and then wash with the starter shampoo. I squirt
some shampoo at the root of each braid (at the scalp) and then I knead my
head like bread dough until it works up a good lather. I go around
squeezing the lather through the braids... just squeezing, not
rubbing. Then I rinse and do it all over again.
I have one of those water spray attachments that I bought at the dollar
store. It cuts the water pressure for me and it makes washing my hair a
whole lot easier when I don't do it in the shower.
-- Sandy
-- Sandy
Visit the Book Nook for books on natural hair care:
http://home.earthlink.net/~diamonique/lockitup/books.html
**************************
I take heed to every piece of information i get from
someone and if it is different I never go back saying
ummm so and so said this or that.
Everyone has different techniques and styles of doing
things. Ok with that said I would like to ask, Has
anyone ever washed their hair without doing the
bundling procedure?
Grabbing 3 or more locks braiding them into one braid
folding it down then placing an rubber band on it then
washing that section with low water pressure?
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
The energy on the list is great today. Even with me being under the weather
I'm enjoying the positive comments.
I celebrate with Missy and can't wait to see pics.
Well....
I'm like a child at Christmas time with a present I can not wait to open a
package or tell you what is in yours.
I've been working on a series of pages for my next web site. I was sick
that last day and a half so I did not finish the main page yet. I thought I
would announce the new pages this week but time got the best of me.
But I just can't wait to show my latest "work".
So I'm letting my "LockItUP friends get a Sneak preview.
Check this out!!!
http://www.bewellnet.com/phunley/style/
No Laughing PLEASE!!!!
Later ...
Love and blessings to Ya!!
Pat
web page:
http://welcome.to/NaturalHairJourney
Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows; it empties today of its
strength.
~~Corrie Ten Boom~~
TODAY IS THE TOMORROW.. YOU WORRIED ABOUT YESTERDAY...
Was it really worth it?
She was right, of course. They'll thicken up. Mine were teeny like yours
and looked like micros to me. But they've thickened up a LOT.
When I don't roll my hair, my permed ends curl up on their own. I think
I've mentioned this before. I have no idea why they do that, but it looks
rather cute to me, so I don't worry about the ends looking different than
the locked hair. It all matches quite well. (But I still want the perm
off asap!)
For example, I just washed my hair and I'm letting it air dry. The ends
are curly/fuzzy and have turned under as if I had used a curling iron on
them. It's a miracle! LOL!
Ah yes... we must endure. But you'll love it... even with the permed
ends. As part of learning about my hair, I've also learned how the permed
ends work with my locks. The extra length is giving me more styling
options, so I've decided to keep it for awhile... as long as it continues
to look like it looks now. If it starts straightening out or looking
crazy, I'm whacking it off immediately!
We're happy right along with you Missy. It's a wonderful journey, and
we're so happy to be travelling it right along with you.
-- Sandy
Congrats, Missy! Tell more about your locs. Did you have
any perm? How much natural hair did you loc? What size locs
did you get? What kind of style are you wearing right now?
**********************
Yup I had about an 1 1/2 inches on the ends Serenna
cut them off what was damaged. When she started she
parted my hair in section then had it all going str8
in the air, I wonder had I been in any other kind of
salon aside from a natural haircare one would I have
been vain and wanted to hide my hair.
I think about that kinda stuff, and if I remember
correctly I did care but then shrugged it off by
saying heck we all are here to get our hair done. One
minute of looking crazy will suffice...lol
I am guessing and then used a measuring tape this
morning it looks like a inch 1/2. They are beautiful
they are by babies sigrid. The newborns...
Going by the Sisterlock card with the 3 sizes small
medium and large being x'd out I think I choose
medium, but today my locklook small. My loctician said
not to worry as I get re-tightenings, the new growth
will get them to that width. In my opinion right now I
have micro's.
What kind of style are you wearing
***************************
My locktician had my hair parted to the side, sorta
ASYMETRICAL, ops sorry about caps..
when I got home I torn up some brown paper and
aluminum foil, to roll the perm'd ends, so they aren't
looking like a step child to my kinky hair. I would
like to cut the umbilical cord, but I must endure this
stepchild for a bit.
Anyway the brown paper and alumnmum worked out great.
My ends are curled tight while the lock just sits on
its own...lol
What a personality
Today, I am happy Sigrid.....
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
Evening or morning all its 1am and I have
Sisterlocks...I have taken pictures and since I am
still living in and out of the dark ages. I have to
get them developed then I can upload them for all to
see. Most of the perm my loctician cut out and i am
glad she did, otherwise it would look very different.
I am having fun thinking of all the new wraps I plan
to buy to cover my babies until they are of adolescent
age, or mature a little.
For right now I did a brown paperbag set on the
ends...
Of course I have to follow in my sistahs steps and
create a Journal of my Free To Be Me...
Thank you all for all the beginners questions, now its
on to the upkeep stuff. I am on my way to search the
archives.
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
Woo hoo! Congratulations Missy! If you needs help resizing and
compressing your pictures for the web, just give me a holler. I'll be glad
to do this for you.
If you can't find what you're looking for in the archives, just ask us. As
you already know, we love to talk about Sisterlocks and don't mind
answering questions over again.
-- Sandy
Is the spray moisturizer OK to use on 4-month old Sisterlocks? Should I
continue to use only the moisture treatment, or can I use either moisturizer?
-- Sandy
In a message dated 12/2/00 3:58:36 AM Central Standard Time,
LockItUp@egroups.com writes:
<< That's one of the things I've learned in all my questions and research of
Sisterlocks. The parting pattern was designed to make it easy to part you
hair for just about any style. When the parts are put in correctly, you
won't have any problem styling.
My parts seem to be very uniform as my consultant assured me they would be.
When I tried the twist my hair seemed a little too fuzzy. When you do that
style on straight hair, the hair has gel and is usually blow dried to make it
very neat and together. I don't know if it can look that perfect with
natural hair but I probably need to practice or as Sandy said get someone
else to do it.
BTW as an update even though I know you all are probably tired of me whining
about my parts, the problem seems to be solved. I mentioned before how I
changed my part from the left side (where my consultant put it) to the right
side which is how I have worn it for years. Well, it seemed like the little
parts in the top of my hair would never go away and this was giving me some
distress. Last night I was playing around and put the part back on the left.
Instantly most of my parts were covered. My hair looks much fuller. I
guess it must have something to do with how the consultant put in my locks
and the part on the left works best.
I know this is long but I am off work for a while due to a bout of pneumonia.
I would not slow down when I had a bad cold and now I have to. I really
don't feel that sick but have been ordered to rest. So I have all of this
time on my hands. It is very difficult to do nothing.
Thank you for listening so to speak and thanks for this forum.
Carol
Hi:
My hair is very thick and my locks are almost 4 years old. My locks
were thinner when they were started. Lock sizes are determined by the
density of the hair and the parting size used. My consultant created
smaller locks in the front and larger locks in the back. The size is
comparable to others with Sisterlocks who have hair similar to mine. My
locks in front are thinner than the ones in back. If my locks were
thinner than what they are now, they would be micros and I would not
have Sisterlocks now because of the number of locks that I would have
had to maintain.
Peace,
Angel
Her pics are uploaded at the ANHA egroups site at
http://www.egroups.com/files/anha
-- Sandy
Visit the Book Nook for books on natural hair care:
http://home.earthlink.net/~diamonique/lockitup/books.html
Hello There,
My pics are in the ANHA files.
God Bless,
Sheila
In a message dated 11/30/00 3:33:03 AM Pacific Standard Time,
LockItUp@egroups.com writes:
Don't laugh but I finally figured out how to see your current
pictures...LOL...the pictures are great !! How long did your flat twists
last? Tohfa did her little sister's and it's 2 weeks now. They are fuzzy but
they still look pretty good, She even did her own hair too!! She didn't know
how to part straight before this but she got it together now!!
Nappily,
HerbalMomma
Hello everyone. I am trying to locate Sheila's pics, but I can't seem
to find them.
Thanks.
Opps, I was wrong it is www.home.earthlink.net/~swifte1
The back view in week fifteen looks as if all of your hair is locked. I
can barely see the relaxed ends. It's beautiful.
way off the subject, but Angel, I saw your picture in the 2000
homecoming book. Your hair looks GOOD. If I remember correctly,
your locks are a bit fatter than normal. Is that just the thickness
of your hair or did you con your consultant into making 'em bigger?
I truly wish I had done it that way.
But now that I have about a inch to an inch and a half of locked hair (it
draws up as it locks) and the locks look and feel as if they're pretty well
set, I'm going to again talk to my consultant about cutting all the perm
off when I go for my retightening next Monday.
-- Sandy
**********
I have 3 1/2 inches of natural hair and about 3 inches
of perm'd hair. I just asked my locktician will she be
cutting the perm out and she said yes. I don't really
care about the short hair, it will grow in again. I
just want to be rid of it too Sandy...lol
=====
Missy
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
I have no loose sprigs. The nape hair finally locked!
Woo hoo!!!<<
That must feel nice! My nape locked the fastest because they
get wet everyday in the shower and I don't do anything with
them (no rolling/twisting). After 18 months, I still have some
unlocked locs though. They are really springy and can be combed
right out. Not complaining -- it makes the loc journey all the
more interesting.
It would if you get Sisterlocks with the perm still in. If you cut it off
before you get the Sisterlocks, you won't have that stringy look, but
you'll have very short hair. The choice is yours. Personally I wish I had
waited and let my hair grow a couple more inches and then cut my perm off
before getting the Sisterlocks. Don't get me wrong... I don't dislike the
way my hair looks now. I just hate permed hair and don't want any of it on
my head. <g
You will all be *thrilled* with your hair!
-- Sandy
*****************
Sandy I don't want the stringy look so i was thinking
of letting my loctician know I don't like that look,
maybe she will then say ok we need to cut them off,
but when would be her determination right??
I am putting my head in her hands for 10+ hrs on Dec
2nd. On thanksgiving my mom and sister saw my gf's
hair Sandy and they are contacting a loctician in
Brooklyn New York.
***************
kendra wishing you luck
On your new journey...you sound like you are doing
several different things with your hair???
Yes???
=====
Missy
http://www.slambook.com/slambooks/signsb.asp?sb=missyla2u
From Khumura:
Nope, I am starting with double strand twists. I can't afford the time or
distance for sisterlocs. I started with twists before, but I hated the way
the roots started to look after a while (afro with lil snakes coming out of
it) and so I took them out. However, if I do the crochet at the roots, it
tightens the new growth nicely.
Kendra
Greetings ya'll!!
Okaay, I have been tip-toeing around letting my hair loc for most of
the year, and finally due to an intense time crunch that just will
NOT allow me to take my usual 5-8 hours to untwist, wash, condition,
moisturize and then retwist my hair I have decided to take the
plunge. In other words, I don't have a free day to waste. I know how
to handle the roots (a little crocheting) and have experimented on
the back of my head to grand sucess. My issues is this: My hair along
the twist (oh yeah... I'm working with about 6-9 (depending on
whether it's 'boingy' or pulled out) inches of all natural hair, that
is realllly fine and soft, twisted in double strand twists) is...well
fuzzy. When I first started them all of the hair was IN the twist,
but now I have these bone straight strands of hair that have escaped
from the twist, as well as fuzzy curly pieces that just sort of puff
out. Is this something I will have to learn to live with, or can I do
something to keep the locs smooth and neat looking while they are
locing and maturing? All I put in it to start was some clear water
based gel and some Mink Oil moisturizer(GREAT STUFF) by african
pride. If you ladies have ANY ideas, I would love to hear them....
Wish me luck on my journey...
kendra
This came to me personally instead of going to the whole group:
Woo hoo! I know just how you feel. Do you plan to cut the permed hair off
before you lock, or afterwards?
-- Sandy
Khumura's advice is the best because Dr. Bronners' Liquid
Castile Soap is the best shampoo out there, IMO. The stuff
doesn't add any coatings to your locs and rinses clean.
You'll love it!
A question for the consultants:
I ran out of SL starter shampoo and moisturizer, and Everette's is out of
it too. I can stand skipping a week of washing, but I just *have* to put
something no my scalp to moisturize it.
I have some jojoba oil. Will that be OK to use? I haven't had any
slippage problems; and after 4 months I sure don't want to start now.
I also have Ebene Naturals scalp treatment -- it's a blend of natural oils.
-- Sandy
I had forgotten about Dr. Bronner's soap. I think I'll check out some
health food stores tomorrow and see if I can find it. Thanks Khumura!
-- Sandy (sekrit msg for Khumura: I haven't forgotten. I just got *real* busy)
I found the following recipe on the R.O.O.T.S. site.
(http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/Falls/8860/index2.html).
The following is a direct quote. This is a really nice site. You should
check it out. Good information.
Chamomile Rinse
This rinse is my favorite! First brew any chamomile herbal tea. It should
only contain the leaves of the chamomile flower. After it has steeped for
at least 3 minutes let it cool (this can also be a two fold regime. As the
tea steeps in a bowl, try draping a towel over your head and let the tea
penatrate a clean face while steaming hot. It gives the face a glow!) After
it is cool just rinse clean hair with the solution. This is not to be
washed out so make it the last thing you use during your hair cleaning.
Chamomile brightens,highlights and provides a sheen to dull looking hair.
For all those who joined recently, here's some info you won't want to miss!
We're having a Nappy Hair Cruise next year and there's still time for all
of you to get in on it!
For information, look in the files area of our eGroups site, or check the
ANHA website (http://www.nappyhairaffair.com).
-- Sandy
Thank you Khumura, have a happy day too.
Sisterlove,
Lynda
HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YOU AND YOURS!!!
Sheila
Oooooo Pat, you did a GREAT job. The locks are nice and your parts are
all uniform. Congratulations. I love that look with the locks on top
and the rest shaved. Little O is a cutie. Your locks are looking good,
as well. Keep up the good work. When are you moving on to your second
client?
Sandy,
My pics are in the ANHA files. I still consider myself to be new to
this computer stuff. :) Btw, could you please tell me why the edit,
delete, and cut symbols are showing on my file only? What did I do
wrong? :(
Thanks,
Sheila
I think I may have missed Sheila's pics. Where are they?
-- Sandy
I feel you, Pat. I always buy used cars, and my recent one cost $10,000 --
the most I've ever paid. It was hard for me to sign on that dotted
line. And let's not talk about the cost of insurance. Ugh!
Woo hoo! More pictures! I can't wait!
-- Sandy
I've been off the list for more then a week. I had car problems .. it
died!!!!
Well now I have a brand new car along with payments. YUCK!!!!
So now I'm back to reality after a week and a half of test driving and
deciding how to sign my life away. I'm one of those types that hate being
in debt so it was not easy for me to go out and spend $20,000. My car was 7
years old so I was in shock at the prices.
Well enough of my issues ...
I just posted pictures of me putting Brotherlocks in my 11 year old son's
head. I mentioned this several weeks ago but just now having the time to
post pictures.
I have other pictures I've wanted to post. I hope to get to them during the
long weekend.
Enjoy and have a wonderful holiday. We truly have a lot to be Thankful for.
http://www.bewellnet.com/phunley/littlelocks/
Love and blessings to Ya!!
Pat
web page:
http://welcome.to/NaturalHairJourney
Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows; it empties today of its
strength.
~~Corrie Ten Boom~~
TODAY IS THE TOMORROW.. YOU WORRIED ABOUT YESTERDAY...
Was it really worth it?
For those of you who haven't seen the Sisterlocks Homecoming Yearbook, a
few pages of it are displayed on the Sisterlocks website. Check it out.
--
Kim Hall
Certified Sisterlocks® Consultant
kimhall9@...
http://kims-locks.webjump.com
619-527-7031
619-527-9550 fax
http://www.egroups.com/files/LockItUp/Pictures/Kim%27s+Folder/
Sorry Kim, but I missed the pictures, would you please post the url again so
that I might view them? Thanks
research and I am concerned about the parts? I don't want
to see them. <<
You will see parts (or spaces) when you first get Sisterlocks.
They will look like you have microbraids. Everyone looks
different but Pat's pictures are the best to illustrate how
they CAN look in the beginning:
http://welcome.to/NaturalHairJourney
click on "Worth the Trip"
If you look at her pictures as they mature, you'll see less and
less spaces.
I posted a picture of me that Pat took at the Colorado training.
This shows that even after 17 months, you can see small spaces.
Note that I get frequent retightenings and my locs are small,
medium, and medium large. The smaller the locks, the smaller
the spaces.
http://www.egroups.com/files/LockItUp/Pictures/Sigrid%27s+Sisterlocks/
Sigrid17Months.jpg
The "permanent parts" are from the trademarked Sisterlocks
parting pattern that the consultant used to section off your
head initially. They won't show unless you part your locs to
reveal them.
I haven't gotten my Sisterlocks yet but I been doing my research and
I am concerned about the parts? I don't want to see them. I have
about 4 to 6 inches of all natural hair. Can anyone tell me if my
parts will be less obvious because my hair is natural or does it
matter more on the thickness of your hair?
OK, so I read in a recent digest about not using shea. Other opinions
please. I happen to like it.
Verlette
--- In LockItUp@egroups.com, Sandy Fields <diamonique@e...
I haven't done anything to accomplish this. Just lucky, I guess. I'm
looking forward to seeing photos of your flat twists.
Re-blackhaircare.com
Tried it today-still can't get in. Anyone been successful yet?
Verlette
Beautiful, Kim! Have I told you recently just how jealous I am of your
gorgeous locks? And they look so neat! Not fuzzy at all. How did/do you
accomplish that?
I had my hair flat twisted on top at our Nappy Hair Day yesterday. I think
it looks pretty nice. I'll take pictures, and I should have a bunch of new
ones to add to my site and to our eGroup files.
-- Sandy (looking forward to learning the retightening myself)
Last weekend, my Sisterlocks turned one-year old!! I was so excited, I
took pictures. If you want to see them, go to the Files link, select
Pictures, then select Kim's Folder. One of the photos shows me
sectioning my daughter's hair. She'll be three in January and I've
started her sample locks.
--
Kim Hall
Certified Sisterlocks® Consultant
kimhall9@...
http://kims-locks.webjump.com
619-527-7031
I have tried to open this site as well. I read on another message
board that the administrators are updating the site. So maybe that
is why we cannot login.
I just tried it, and I got the same thing. Strange.
-- Sandy
Re: http://www.blackhaircare.com/
Anybody know what's going on with that website? I can get it to open in my
browser...and it is now asking for a login name and password.
Thanks,
Sandust
If you're looking for a consultant, check the LockItUp eGroups
files. There's a list of current consultants there.
-- Sandy
Does anyone in this egroup live in Texas?
In a message dated 11/16/00 01:31:05 PM Eastern Standard Time,
diamonique@... writes:
Sandy, I unfortunately can't help you. My hair is about the same as yours. I
just did a measurement @ 2 inches of locked/virgin and 4-6 inches of permed
ends. I have a retightening at Everett's on the 30th of this month and I
plan on BEGGING Sheila to cut the permed ends. By the way I've registered
for the retightening class that's being taught on the 2nd of Dec.
Lynda
Help me sistahs!
Every time I see a noticeable change in my hair I get antsy to cut the perm
off. This week I've been *really* struggling.
My hair is starting to look like locks rather than teeny braids. Befer --
before of the length and because of the small amount of new growth -- I
could only feel the difference with my hands, but couldn't actually see any
difference with my eyes.
Well things have changed! There's light at the end of the tunnel.. My
averaaage length of locked virgin hair is about an inch and a half, and
there's there's 3 or 4 inches of perm.... and I want it off now!!
- Sandy
Non-diluted ACV applied on hands can cause hands to peel. It's best to
stay away from the ACV if you're not sure what you're doing. Less is
definitely more. Consult with an herbalist to make sure you've mixed it
with enough water.
Hello:
Thanks for the replies on this subject. I didn't ask the name of the
individual or her contact information so I can't report her. I do know
that she was from Los Angeles. I was just so surprised to see someone
with something that was basically a copycat version of Sisterlocks and
in addition, spreading falsehoods about Sisterlocks.
There are many people who will claim that they can do Sisterlocks
and/or
"know" Sisterlocks is bad for the hair and their technique is better
(that is, they say what is necessary to win the work and the money).
As earlier posts in previous messages mentioned, there are many people
out there who give Sisterlocks a bad name because they don't want to
invest the the time and effort to learn Sisterlocks but still want the
cash for doing their unofficial version of Sisterlocks. When in doubt
contact the Sisterlocks Home office, ask for references and do your
homework. It's your hair and you deserve that for which you paid.
Cheers,
Angel
As many of you know, I'm the web designer for Everette's Cornrows &
Braiding Academy (http://www.everettes-cornrows.com).
Because Everette's has learned that there are some areas of the country in
which people are having a hard time finding people trained and skilled in
natural hair care, Sheila is thinking of travelling to two or three cities
next year to offer natural hair care and braiding classes in other areas of
the country.
If you live in an area where natural hair care is unavailable, or if you're
interested in taking such a class, please respond to the questions below.
She's thinking of holding the classes in hotels in large cities that would
be central to areas that might be in need of such classes. In order to get
your input to help decide on these cities, please send an email with the
following information to: classes@...
PLEASE SEND YOUR RESPONSES TO THE ABOVE EMAIL ADDRESS, NOT TO THE ANHA
EMAIL GROUP.
In what city and state do you live?
Which large city near you would be centrally located for people in your
region to attend classes?
Thank you for your response.
Once a decision is made, it will be announced on the Everette's website.
-- Sandy
A conservative is a man who wants the rules changed so no one can make a
pile the way he did.
-- Gregory Nunn
What about the pH level of the ACV?
-- Sandy
While in the Sisterlocks class today, I asked about whether it was safe
to use lemon juice or Apple Cider Vinegar in the Sisterlocks. Answer:
it's better to use a product that is already pH balanced. If you use
lemon juice, you may not know the pH level and could damage your locks.
--
Kim Hall
Certified Sisterlocks® Consultant
kimhall9@...
http://kims-locks.webjump.com
619-527-7031
619-527-9550 fax
I've been in the Sisterlocks Training class taking a refresher course
these past two days. The topic of safe products to use came up and Shea
Butter was mentioned as a product to NOT use in your Sisterlocks. The
reasoning was that anything solid at room temperature will become solid
again in your locks. If not rinsed out properly, it will leave a residue
and build up. It was also said that rinsing was not guaranteed to remove
all of the Shea butter. Over time, it could promote bacteria growth. It
was said that Shea butter is wonderful for your skin, however.
Safe products include light moisture sprays and light moisture creams.
One more thing, one consultant with VERY thin hair said that she could
not use any type of rollers because they were all too heavy for her
hair. A curling ironed burned her hair because it was too thin. However,
she had the most beautiful curls on the ends of her locks. She achieved
this result by rolling the ends of her locks on aluminum foil.
--
Kim Hall
Certified Sisterlocks® Consultant
kimhall9@...
http://kims-locks.webjump.com
619-527-7031
619-527-9550 fax
YES! Thank you!
-- Sandy
I've heard of it. It's a copycat method. Someone obviously watched
Sisterlocks being done, figured a way to do it themselves (not exactly like
Sisterlocks but close enough to make a buck), and is capitalizing on
Joanne's creation.
-- Sandy
Hello:
Has anyone heard a way to create locs using tools simular to those used
for Sisterlocks with same tip-to-root pattern? In general this
technique advocates locs in sizes simular to medium to large
Sisterlocks.
I ran into a woman today who practices this techmique on herself and
clients. She claims that she has joined locs for several persons who
have Sisterlocks because she believes Sisterlocks damage the hair
(Disclaimer: Sisterlocks do not damage the hair when done properly. Any
natural hair technique applied to the hair can damage the hair and/or
scalp when done improperly. ) She was surprised to see that my
Sisterlocks of 4 years were so thick and healthy! It makes me wonder if
she was actually repairing genuine Sisterlocks.
Cheers,
Angel
What is the proper procedure for washing mature Sisterlocks? I'm
specifically referring to getting to the scalp.
I'm pretty much used to giving my scalp a good scrub with my fingertips;
and since I'm gotten my Sisterlocks, I've been staying away from doing
that. I braid and band and then massage and manipulate the braids. I
don't get in there and give my scalp any attention during washing.
It's probably a psychological kind of thing, but my scalp is crying out for
some attention. I don't mean it feels dirty. I just mean that it would
just feel so good to give my scalp a good fingertip scrub when I wash my hair.
So the question is: Once my Sisterlocks have matured to a point that I no
longer have to braid and band them, is it OK to scrub the scalp when I
shampoo? Will it *ever* be OK to do this?
Those of you with mature locks... how do you go about it?
-- Sandy
You can lead a boy to college but you can't make him think.
-- Elbert Hubbard
criticize their hair grooming techniques.<<
Not at all. It is interesting to examine what
we all do and get ideas.
very good consultant in my area. But honestly I LOVE
doing my own hair. It calms my nerves after a long day at
work and I just do it while I'm chillin' watching TV or
something.<<
I feel the same way and since my hair grow pretty fast
and my locs are mostly small & medium, I have to tighten
them frequently once/month. I hear that people with very
long locs tighten a few every day.
My experience is probably not as spiritual as yours but it
is as relaxing as other arts and crafts (crocheting &
needlepoint).
not nearly the hassle.<<
Wow!
I don't want anyone to think I was trying to criticize their hair
grooming techniques. I know there are different strokes for
different folks. In response to Sandy's question, I think my
consultant was a bit heavy handed and I did tell her at times she was
hurting my head and she was ease up for a while, but then get right
back to pulling and stressin' my scalp. That may have been because
she hadn't done many heads before mine. But I also heard from
someone else she worked on that she hurt her scalp too, so I know it
wasn't just me.
And in response to Sigrid's question, there is another very good
consultant in my area. But honestly I LOVE doing my own hair. It
calms my nerves after a long day at work and I just do it while I'm
chillin' watching TV or something. I also think there's power in
having control over a permanent extension of me. My locks have
become almost a spiritual antenae. They have opened my eyes to soo
many perspectives of my personality. I've learned to love all of
myself, the way God created me.I think a large part of that discovery
was due to accepting the natural qualities of my hair that I used to
hate, the nappiness, and seeing it now as something beautiful that I
wouldn't want straight or any other way. My nappiness extends all the
way down to the roots...of not only my scalp but my heritage and
spirituality...therefore it's about more than a hairstyle (as ya'll
have heard before) but it's soo true.
...Plus I must admit I'm cheap and always have been and I can't
rationalize giving somebody $20/hr to do something I can do myself.
I used to do my own micro-braids so retightenings are not nearly the
hassle.
Once again thank ya'll for your comments and support.
Much Luv to you all!
That's great, and I'm looking forward to the time when I can maintain my
own Sisterlocks. But you let a consultant do it maybe a couple of times a
year so she can do any repairs or extra maintenance that may be necessary.
-- Sandy
Hi Khumura,
Thankyou so much for the black soap and shea butter, they arrived yesterday
in perfect condition!! I love the way the unprocessed shea butter feel and is
absorbed into my skin!!
Nappily,
Mujadillah
hair and retightening so tight that I would just be
sitting in the chair praying to God that the ordeal
would soon be over. Those session hurt much worse
than any braids I ever had and I'm not
"tender headed".<<
This is not normal. Retightening should be no
more painful than a braiding session. I've been
retightened by 4 consultants to date and none of them
were painful. I don't doubt your experience because
it is not the first time I've heard of heavy handed
consultants.
7 months now) pain free. <<
BRAVO! You should not HAVE to do your own though.
Are there other consultants in your area?
so often? ... I just want to understand what's the
advantage to washing so often? or is it just a habit?<<
Everyone's head is different and reacts differently to
shampooing frequency. I shampoo every 5-7 days for a few
reasons:
1. I tend to get dandruff. After shampooing, I apply the
ACV+Sage rinse and the dandruff stays away. I've tried to
stretch it to 2 weeks. I applied the Witch Hazel on lint
free cloths to my scalp and that delayed the dandruff a bit.
2. My locs don't have the same bounce after 1 week. They
also start to hang straight and feel heavier. Even
a spritzing w/rolling them up doesn't work as well as a
wash & set.
3. I like the way my locs look, feel, and smell
immediately after I've shampooed. Wet locs are cute and
since I use Dr. Bonner's Peppermint Liquid Castile Soap,
followed by the rinse and then topped off with my Akentee
Express' Shea Butter w/essential oil blend, they smell
terrific. Also, I usually let them dry in the rubber
rods, they look beautiful the next AM.
(Hope this doesn't sound boastful.)
Infrequent washing is a good idea in early stages and your
locking success is proof. I hope this helps explains why
some of us can't do it.
I'm one of those people who goes to sleep during the retightening
process. I think your consultant was just a bit heavy-handed; and if you
had told her that she's pulling too tight, she probably would have
lightened up.
I've always washed my hair once a week. Plus I like the Sisterlocks better
when it's been washed, because of the perm. My permed ends tend to get
straight after a few days. I don't like that look.
Yay! I'm getting there. The top has a way to go, though. I'm thinking
six or seven months should do it.
I like the dull roughness. I do get a natural sheen. The only products I
use are the sisterlocks starter shampoo and the sisterlocks moisture
treatment. And I only use the moisture treatment on shampoo day.
-- Sandy
Hi I'm Lakevia and I haven't posted in a while but after reading
Carol's last message, it made me think about my past retightening
experiences. I used to actually DREAD going in for a retightening.
My consultant would actually be pulling on my hair and retightening
so tight that I would just be sitting in the chair praying to God
that the ordeal would soon be over. Those session hurt much worse
than any braids I ever had and I'm not "tender headed". I took a
retightening class as soon as I got a chance and I've been doing my
own retightening since (over 7 months now) pain free. I just thought
my experience was unique because I remember Dr. Cornwell stating that
the sisterlocks technique does not apply tension to the scalp and
that it's not a painful process. I was just wondering if anyone else
shared similar experiences.
Another question I had is why do ya'll wash your hair so often? I
can understand if you're like Sandy and swim often. But other than
that I don't see the purpose in washing your hair every week or more
frequently (like I hear many of you do). I'm not knockin' anybody
for doing this, I just want to understand. I find that my hair has a
natural healthy sheen and softness, plus it just looks better when I
don't wash as often. Also I would think that washing that often
would disturb the locking process, even if you do follow the banding
procedure. My consultant told me, when I first got my locks, not to
wash them for at least 2 weeks to a month. I think that, along with
the kinky texture of my hair, explains why I did not experience much
slippage if any. My hair was also completely locked after about 4 to
5 months (excluding the perm which I chopped off as soon as I noticed
my hair was fully locked). I just find from my personal experience
that after washing my hair, it is usually dull, rougher and I prefer
not to use a lot of products on my hair to provide the sheen and
softness that I can achieve naturally. I just want to understand
what's the advantage to washing so often? or is it just a habit?
Well those were my two issues for now. Thanks for listening.
Lakevia
Does the Caruso set have small rollers in it? I looked at the box in
Kmart and I could not tell. My hair is short in places and needs a
smaller roller. So far I have been wearing rods and getting in the
shower without a cap. I figured the steam would be good for my hair
and help set it. It works OK.
BTW I shampooed and I am a little less freaked about the parts that
before.
People mentioned how their hair is different in several places on
their scalp. Besides that I noticed that my scalp is different in
sections also. It is kind of sore after the tightening session kind
of like after getting braids but not as sore. I think I am tender
headed. I noticed that I was uncomfortable when the sides and nape
was being tightened but could barely feel anything in the crown area.
My girls are tender in those areas also.
Every woman over 40 in my family has thinning hair in the top. Some
are actually bald there. I will be 40 next month and I am wondering
if I am thinning there also. In fact that is one of the reasons that
I stopped perming. Did anyone else notice if the top of their head
took the longest to fill in? I can understand the rest being covered
from how the hair is falling but I guess I am trying to find out if
it is normal for the top to look thinner or if it looks thinner
because it is.
I know I am obsessing and I am kind of tired. I was too nosy to go
to bed last night. I had to stay up to see who won the election. The
thing is I still am not sure.
Carol
I don't think you're doing anything wrong. That's how permed hair
acts. Maybe a satin scarf would work better than a bonnet, though, for
keeping the sides down. Also, perm rods last longer for me than than the
Caruso rollers. Maverickwear has two very nice ones that would work great
for you. Check them out at http://www.maverickwear.com.
I too have lots of perm still in my hair, so I'm feelin' ya.
Since your locks are so new, I wouldn't be manipulating them too much just
yet. A headband and/or curling iron (only on the permed ends) might help.
-- Sandy
Hello everyone.. My sisterlocks are about 3 weeeks old now..it is
about 6 inches on top and as short as half inch on the sides. About
half of the length is permed. Ive been using the Caruso curls form
the beginnning. I noticed on one of the post a lady said she curls
her hair weekly.. I have to curl mine every morning or its standing
on top of my head and the sides are flat and point ing upward. I use
a satin bonnet. Any tips on what im doing wrong? also other things I
can do with my locks?
chanel
But we were "cute" plucked chickens...!!! SMILE
This is just a stage we All go thru. Now in my "teen" years I'm
dealing with hair that seems to grow too fast, and at different
rates depending on where located on my head. So I have
different lengths. I think my next set of pictures I take will
show my "bad" hair issues so Y'all can relate to the stage I'm
at now.
Hang in there Carol .... the road ahead is BETTER than the path
you LEFT behind!!!!
Pat
In a message dated 11/6/00 2:57:41 PM Central Standard Time,
LockItUp@egroups.com writes:
<<
I meet lady during the training class here in Colorado, who does not
get her locks tighten all the way to the base in the front. She
feels as if it gives her a fuller look when she does not see the
parts. I'm trying this time around and I do like the look
That is a very good idea. I got my locks retightened last night and I am
kind of disappointed that I have all this scalp showing again. My hair had
filled in nicely and now it seems like I am back to square one again. Of
course not as much as when I first got the locks but almost. My hair must be
thin on the top because I see a lot of scalp in the top. Will it be like
this after every tightening? Maybe washing will help. This reminds me of
when I used to get a touch up and how I hated how thin and stringy my hair
looked until the first shampoo. That is exactly what my husband said when I
got home. "It looks thin and stringy." My hair is thin and fine but I
thought that in its natural state it would look thicker.
As for posting pictures showing your parts: I for one am glad that Sandy and
Pat did. It gave me an idea as to what to expect. If I only saw PICS of nice
thick heads of hair and I ended up with that plucked chicken look I would
have been extremely upset.
My consultant is very happy when my hair though. She thinks that it is
growing quickly and she keeps saying how my hair is loving this. She says
that you should roll your hair in order to stretch those relaxed ends to keep
them straight so that they won't knot up into the lock. She mentioned a
client of hers that just puts her hair in a ponytail and ended up with a
knotted mess. So I will keep on rolling my hair weekly.
Give me patience Lord, Oh Lord, patience....
Carol
when I do someone with longer hair it should be easy
in comparison.<<
LOL -- That's right!
Congrats, Pat! Your son appreciates the time you
took to complete that "labor of love" Pictures?
Hello, everyone... I have not had a relaxer on my hair for the past
two years and my hair is about 5-6 inches long all over. I've worn
it braided for most of that time, but now I wear a braided wig (the
kind with microbraids attached to a headband) because it's simple and
I don't have the tension of braids & extensions. My question is
this: if I get my sisterlocks put in, can I still cover them with my
wig or hat? The reason I ask is because it's winter time and my head
gets too cold if it is not covered up. And, my second question is
why are some of the Sisterlock pics showing very small
(circumference) locks and others are larger (wider locks)? If all
the hair is nappy, wouldn't the locks be all the same size? And, I do
have a third question I just thought of: if you want to change your
hair coloring to make it a little lighter, should you do that before
you get your hair in Sisterlocks or can you do it hair is locked?
Thanks very much.
Jennifer in Dallas...
The definitive answer is yes. But while I understand why you'd want to
wear a hat in the winter, I don't understand why you'd want to wear a
wig. Why put all that money and care into something and then cover it
up? But then that's just me.
They come in various sizes, large, medium, small, and micro. The average
head has two or three different size locks. It's done in a specific
pattern which can be better explained by one of the consultants on the
list. Also, size can vary depending on the length of time you've had your
locks. Mine are thicker now than they were a month or so ago.
No. For two reasons. We all have different textures on our head. My hair
grows in 2 distinct textures. The hair in the back is kinkier, the hair in
the top is more wavy than kinky. So it locks differently. The hair in the
back is locking much faster than the top, and that -- along with different
sized locks being used -- accounts for why you see different sized locks on
someone's head.
I know the locks around my hairline and sides were put in smaller than the
rest. Using different sizes in different areas of the head makes for
better and easier styling versatility.
Like I said... a consultant can better explain this, but this is my
understanding of it.
That's one that I'm going to leave alone becaue I have no experience in
that one.
-- Sandy
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VOTE!!! JUST VOTE!!!
Well I'm back after several days of not being online. I was busy
taking care of some business but also I put Brotherlocks in my 11 3/4
year old son't hair. He will be 12 in January two days after my
birthday. So he often states his "exact" age these days.
I had asked him several times but he would not let me do it. Keep
cutting his hair. Finally this week "out of the blue" he decided he
would cut the sides and back and lock the top. YEAh"
Well for my "first" customer he was a challenge but a sprite of it
all a good sport. I would do a few locks then he would want to
break. Or he would be playing Playstation or Game Boy, or he would
be sleep.
Yes, he's one of those little boys who I had to fight to comb his
hair all the time. That is until this school year. This is his
first year of Middle School and I noticed I difference in grooming
habits. Not that he was dirty but just being the boy he is. I think
he's discovered girls.
I had taken off work on Thursday and Friday to do some other
business, also the kids were off for Fall break. So timing was just
perfect.
I took my time ('cause I'm still slow) so it did take me most of the
weekend off and on to complete. He has 1 - 1 1/2 of natural hair in
most places. There were a few places in the back where the hair was
shorter. I figured if I could master hair this short then when I do
someone with longer hair it should be easy in comparison. There were
a few places where I could not catch the hair to put in pattern so I
just 2 strand twisted it. His hair grows real fast so I will check
it in a week and if I can Brotherlock that.
So now you know the rest of the story.
I will upload some pictures later this week.
Maybe there is hope for "Perm Queen" my 15 year old daughter. She's
not interested because it's too much like Mom. But you know how boys
are. "That's my boy"
I will have to get a report when he comes home from school.
When it was over he said.
"WOW ..... I don't have to comb or do anything .... this is COOL"
He likes it ... a labor of love.....
Pat
I helped my sister lock up my niece last week and
she looks FABULOUS. She has 16-20 inches of hair
with 0-6 inches of perm/texturizer on the ends.
She washed her hair yesterday and the look on her
face said "I LOVE THIS". (You folks know how
good we look with freshly washed Sisterlocks.) My
sister bumped her permed ends with a curling wand
so she would still be happy when her locs dry
completely.
(Sandy, I told her to be patient -- she wants to
whack the ends off already!)
Her favorite hairstyle was braids but you know
how old taking them down every 2-3 months can be.
Well, since her curl pattern is long, braids only
lasted 1 month in her head. She remarked that her
locs look better than the braids because it's 100%
NATURAL and the naPtural texture shows.
When she wasn't in braids, her hair would be put
up in a roll of some kind. Yep, she is wearing
her Sisterlocks up a lot too.
When I get her permission, I may post some
pictures Pat Hunley took of us locking her. You
can find of picture of her before locking here:
http://www.bewellnet.com/phunley/colorado/
She is pictured in the 7th & 8th picture on the
page with her hair up (of course). In the 8th
picture, Grace Abolaji is timing her locking.
I hear that she scored the fastest locking time
and I know how meticulous (picky, actually) she
is. She will be a great consultant.
(Yes, I am a very proud auntie.)
Another feeling that I know well. :-)
Can't wait to see pics, Sigrid!
-- Sandy
and put it on the left. <<
10 sessions? Would you mind sharing what
went on in those sessions?
washings I washed again but this time in the shower.
I got out and looked in the mirror and my hair was
parted on the right. The hair was laying neatly to
the left.<<
As Sandy mentioned, as you have new growth, your hair
will move more freely. Sisterlocks parting is
uniquely designed to maximize your styling options.
Personally, I like all kinds of locs (including
free form and palmrolled) but if having the ability
to wear almost any hairstyle is important to you,
you'll be glad you got Sisterlocks.
been putting it off. I have to call my consultant
this weekend for an appointment. <<
Share this experience with your consultant. It is
possible for her to retighten your locks so that
they will lay in the direction you want. She
probably won't want to make any adjustments this
early in your locking stage though so don't get mad
if she tells you "not yet". Also, this very special
retightening may take a little longer (and cost more)
but it may be worth it to you.