Tell us about yourself.

I wanted to dread before I really knew anything about what it meant, but after researching it I had no qualms to begin.
It does look pretty cool.

 

Even though I chopped mine. (for those that haven't seen my other posts)((chopped for now anyway))

 

When I was 12 I wanted cornrows I would have looked retarded...glad I was talked out of that one

 

Sweet. And yes it is

 

Howdy:
Im Matt but most poople call me Harris. Ive been scanning these forums for a while but never signed up 'till today. This is my first post.
My Dreads are six months old, much time and effort has gone into them. At six months my dreads are finally starting to look cool.
This is my list of things I have learned so far:
1. Having your hair in dreadlocks is always going to be more work then you 'thought' it would be (unless this isnt your first time around).
2. Know why you are going dready have a network for support, or you wont make it. (I started my dreadlock journey with a shaved head, grew my hair for almost a year before I even started with the dreads - maybe that makes me a purist).
3. Dreads are like finger prints, everybodys dreads are unique. Take advice from others with that in mind. Something that worked for him/her may not work for you.
4. The debate over 'waxing' is stupid. And some people seem to get really worked up over it. Just stay out of it, save yourself the headache.

K. see ya.

 

Easier than I thought.

 

Welcome Harris. I would have to agree with you for the most part. Post pics when you get a chance. =)

 

Thanks I will.

 

ello im christina--
im an artist from new zealand- hopefully not here for too much longer..
am new around here- but have been so totally inspired by everyone in here- i stumbled upon this site when i googled dreadlocks- as ive been thinking about my next path in my lifes journey- i wanted to learn more/see more/feel more- i dont quite know what will happen/change by starting the dread process- but im almost there- soooooooo,,, any advice- any support- any comments on the journey- throw em my way
xx

 

Hi, And Welcome.......:seeya:



Cheers Glen.

 

woo! aussie! that was a quick reply

 

Having locks is mostly an exercise in patience and learning to open your mind to freedom. You will be judged/misunderstood by many (including other people with dreadlocks... especially in this forum ), but if you think you can handle it; it's a lot of fun to watch those suckers grow and mature.

 

Would love to throw you that advice, but mine are still just 8 months young, so here is some support for you!

 

ah yes im familiar with all those hurdles- tattoos- single mum at 21- i like hearing what people think about me- and seeing how wrong they really are- observing- its interesting and yup i can imagine in this forum i will be judged- already have been but im open- and easy plus i live in a country full of stoners and dreaded misfits- so in that sense im lucky- NZ is kinda chill layed back place- dont get me wrong we have assholes galore- but it seems every time i walk down the street now- i see dreads- im *aware*
cheers for the positive feedback too- its refreshing x

 

haha thanks man- every bit helps yeah?
i was like... is he supporting me by sending me a picture of the mad hatter...?
thats really... nice..? haha- but ahhhh 8 months young sounds exciting at this point

 

I never noticed this thread before. So I guess I should reply since I have been here for over a year.

I am Liz, (lisa, eli, eliza) whatever I go by anything basically. I live in alberta canada. I have had dreads for 4 months and 1 day. Daisymelan did them for me . I make hemp jewelery and other things out of macrame.

 

That would be a signature pic. Mine is me and my twin surfing the craziest wave ever

Many people don't pay attention to the stickies at their peril... nice to "meet" ya :cheers2:

 

Thanks

 

cool pic-where abouts was it taken? think youd like our waves here if you hadnt already been here
yah i gathered that was his signature

 

hello yay for 4 month old dreads- and yay for hemp jewellery! dont know where to get it at all here- except for the occasional traveller sitting in the park--