This amazing book from Organic Dreadlocks contains all the knowledge in creating and maintaining beautiful natural dreadlocks.
Along the way, it is filled with dreadlock history and artists, as well as over 500 amazing and inspiring photos of people with dreadlocks from all over the world.
The book has been seven years in the making and is 'one of a kind' and very visual and informative.
The book contains QR codes that can be scanned to view the corresponding course video (for this, the course must be purchased separately).
Buy the book sepperately or expand with the online course to get all the knowlegde to start your own buisness.
The book is written in English and the course also in English.
DREADLOCK COURSE with 19 course videos
Learn everything you need to know about dreadlocks, initiation, maintenance, repair, scalp texturing, all varieties of extensions, makeovers, unique restructuring techniques, color mixing and more.
By Amy King and Stefan Spescha (Organic Dreadlocks)
Here is what you will learn in the course:
Module 1:
Introduction
Module 2:
Essential Skills in Dreadlock Creation
Different methods of making dreadlocks
Dreadlock Mapping
Tools of the trade
Preparing the hair for new dreadlocks
Thin vs Thick
Layout at the scalp-sectioning and sizing
Step by step diamond structure
How to twist and rip
How to crochet
The ends
Aftercare & washing
Module 3:
Maintenance
Different methods of maintenance
When to and how often should dreadlocks be maintained?
Meeting and greeting a first time maintenance client
Separating dreadlocks at the scalp
Scalp health and hygiene
How we maintain dreadlocks at the scalp: Two methods
Maintaining the body of the dreadlock
Straightening out shrunken, bunchy, zigzagging dreads
Module 4:
Extensions and Transplants
Our journey with human hair dreadlock extensions & ethical considerations
The basics of our extensions craft and why we do it the ‘hard’ way
Sourcing hair
Colour matching
Creating a dreadlock extension with human hair
Creating a layered effect and a ‘v’ shape
Extending already existing dreadlocks or creating new long wispy ends
Extending with pre-existing dreadlocks
Module 5:
Other techniques & offerings
How to join two or more dreadlocks together
Shaved sections
Dreadlock removal / unpicking dreadlocks
Cutting length off dreadlocks
Dreadlock overhaul and restructuring
Module 6:
Customer Care & Self Care
Questions to ask before booking in a new client
Creating a studio environment
Meeting a new customer receiving new dreadlocks or a big transformation
Personal health & safety measures
Supporting your client
