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  1. natural philosophy

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    what is a dreadlock?

    dreadlocks are ropes of matted hair.

    nearly every culture has had dreadlocks from the beginning of time including egyptians, celts, chinese, native americans, africans, etc. many religions have certain codes concerning dreadlocks. for example, savite hindus worship a god who has dreadlocks. sadhus separate themselves from vanity and one way of doing this is through neglecting their hair, thus producing dreadlocks. nazerite jews (and sometimes christians) make a vow not to cut their hair as described in leviticus. some interpret this as neglecting the hair also, since rejection of vanity (like the hindus) is the reason for this vow. some other groups include rastas, coptic christians, some buddhists, etc. this is a really interesting subject and i would suggest a google search if you want to know more.

    how do i get them?

    dreadlocks aren't something you can get in a day. the only thing that will create dreadlocks is TIME. in the words of john holt, 'time is the master'. there are a few methods with which to go about growing dreadlocks.


    methods and what to expect


    neglect

    the neglect method generally consists of washing the hair and ripping it into sections. hair will mat on its own given time. this method usually takes the longest but creates the most unique types of dreads. expect random shapes and sizes, crazy looking kinky loopy things, and a bird's nest on your head for a few months.

    it usually takes a few months before your uncombed hair starts to actually look like dreadlocks. it took me about 8 months before they sectioned themselves out and at least 16 months for them to fully 'lock'. it is different for everyone, though. for some with bone straight it could take longer than those with kinky hair. this also depends on your level of activity and whether you wear a hat or not and how you sleep and how you towel-dry your hair and a bunch of different factors. eventually, however, all hair will lock on its own.

    it is important to keep your hair clean, as greasy hair doesn't hold knots well.

    those with especially kinky hair might end up with a huge ball of matt if they don't rip the sections apart, while others barely have to rip at all (i have ringlets, so they kind of sectioned themselves- i had to rip a few times when they started to get too big and pull on my scalp).

    this method is sometimes called 'natural'. the description 'natural' does not do it justice as many consider backcombing to be a natural method. neglect is the best way of describing the method to avoid confusion.

    backcombing

    backcombing is probably the most popular method. this involves sectioning the hair and combing it towards the scalp with a fine toothed comb. usually this takes a few hours and is painful for some people. it is easier to have a friend do it, but can be done alone with a mirror and some patience. some choose to backcomb very tightly, others choose to loosely comb the hair into sections.

    this method creates puffy balls of hair that eventually tame down after a few washings and tighten up to create dreadlocks. with this method, sometimes the knots created by backcombing have to 'fall out' or undo themselves before locking back up. this usually happens in the first three months and can be pretty upsetting to those who are concerned with how 'tight' the dreadlocks look. usually with this method, a real matted appearance starts to take hold from 6 to 8 months and are usually 'locked' from 12 to 18 months. this is just an estimate, though, and doesn't apply to all hair types.

    tenshi's backcombing tutorial:
    Basically, take the section of hair hold it taught about 3 or 4 inches from your scalp. Then take a flea comb or any comb that won't break after extended use with closely spaced teeth and comb the hair towards the scalp. Slowly relax your grip each time you comb until you feel one or two hairs slip and get pushed down, that's when you know you've found your grip.
    Then just keep on, moving your hand closer to the tip each time, maintaining that 3 or 4 inches from the part that's tangled. When you get to the tip go back over it from the bottom again pressing the hair tighter against the scalp. When you finish, hold the tip and rub it against your palm in a circular motion to get some tangles in it too. Palm roll the whole damned thing and I guarantee it won't "fall out". The main things are A. don't let too much hair slip each time B. make sure to hold it taught while you're doing it (this is the main thing) and C. make sure its packed down tight. Do that and you won't need rubber bands or a stocking in the shower and they won't come out.


    braid

    this is a method i've only seen once or twice. this is very simple. if you braid the hair and then leave it alone, the new growth will come out dreaded and some parts of the braids may even lock themselves. after a few years it still looks like half dread, half braids, though. if you decide to try this method, post pics and your experiences, as it is probably the least used method.

    twist

    this is the easiest way to lock afro and super kinky hair types. twists take a bit of maintenance but once they start to lock, only require ripping to prevent massive congos. its simple. just section and twist.

    twist n’ rip

    although there is no 'official' definition of twist and rip dreads that i have seen, it usually consists of twisting or rubbing the hair with either the hands or some sort of material (wool is usually used), grabbing the tip, dividing it into two sections and pulling them apart to create a knot near the root. some choose to backcomb the root first, while others prefer to rub their entire head with some wool cloth before sectioning and ripping. sometimes this is done in the shower before letting the hair dry and ripping it then.

    this seems to be a pretty effective method for starting the locks. faster than backcombing it seems. there is some disagreement on whether or not this method is better than backcombing. in my experience, dready timelines show progress is faster and more 'controlled' than with backcombing and you usually get to skip that puff ball stage.

    crochet

    the crochet method is a combination of backcombing and using a tiny crochet hook to gather the hairs together. usually this method is done by loosely backcombing a section then rapidly poking a tiny crochet hook in and out of the section at every angle. this is the most abrasive method and definately causes damage to the hair follicles. some people say it causes breakage months and years down the road. others say it is fine.

    this method creates instantly neat, clean looking sections. this is probably the neatest method, but at the price of doing extra damage to the hair. if you want to know more about it, do a google search or look through the forum. the jury is still out on this method and many disagree on whether it is helpful or harmful.

    combination

    some people use a combination of these methods. experiment and post your results as well as pictures. let the entire dread community learn from your success and failure with these methods (or create your own).

    TIME

    this is the MOST important factor in dreadlocks. they aren't an instant thing. NO, your freshly backcombed sections aren't dreadlocks yet. NO, your two week neglect sections aren't dreadlocks yet. with any method, it takes months and years to form fully mature dreadlocks. there is no easy way to go about having dreadlocks. like i said before, TIME is the master.



    how do i take care of them?


    wash

    dirty, greasy hair won't hold knots. washing your hair regularly is strongly suggested. there are a differing opinions on how to wash your hair, though.

    baking soda

    some people use baking soda because it leaves the hair and scalp feeling clean and tingly. residue-free is the way to go when you have dreadlocks and this seems to be one of the best way to keep your locks residue-free.

    glycerin soap

    glycerin soap is another good way to reduce the residue left in your hair after washing. keep in mind, however, that there are two types of glycerin soaps, animal fat and vegetable. vegetable glyerin usually has a lathering agent called Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or Sodium Laureth Sulfate. these guys are chemical derivatives of coconut oil and often labeled as a 'natural' ingredient, or as simply coconut oils. SLS is bad for dreads as it is residuous and high amounts have shown to cause birth defects in lab animals. not that most people would be drenching their bodies and ovaries in SLS, but most dreadheads agree that it's best to stay away from SLS altogether.

    Dr. Bronner’s

    probably the most popular shampoo. Dr. Bronner's all-one natural hemp soap/shampoo smells good, does the job, and doesn't have all those chemicals found in most commercial soaps. all around favorite for dreadheads. can be found in most health food stores.

    some find that Dr. B's leaves their hair sticky feeling. i have used Dr. B's for years, and haven't had much problems. i use the water method (described below) now because Dr. B's IS still a shampoo and does strip natural oils from the hair. i use the water method because i can go longer without my hair getting greasy.

    water

    a controversial method. some consider hair 'unwashed' if no shampoo is used, especially in the vanilla (straight haired) world. some dreadheads don't use soaps or shampoos at all and simply use water to wash their dreads with. this is the method i use most of the time. i only wash my hair with shampoo every few months and use water the rest of the time. i rinse my scalp for a few minutes, then scrub my scalp with my hands under running water, then rinse again. this is something you have to acclimate your hair to. ill have more info on weaning your hair off of chemical shampoos later in this post.

    ACV cleanse

    apple cider vinegar neutralizes the alkali build-up on the scalp and roots, helps to loosen flakey dandruff coming from the scalp, and also helps some people with excessive itching.

    some people use straight ACV and others find that the tingling feeling is too intense and sometimes burns the scalp. others dilute it 2/1 (ACV/water) or 1/1. the easist way to do this is to dip the dreads and scalp in ACV and wrap with a towel turban style for a few minutes (10-20) and then rinsing for at least 5 minutes.

    some people with mature dreads report dark residue coming from their locks when they do this. this is a good thing, as it eats away at residue that is trapped in the hair. it's good to do this once every two weeks or once a month and can be used as a shampoo replacement.

    some people think this stuff smells rank but the smell goes away after rinsing.


    weaning your hair off of shampoo

    up until about 100 years ago, people didn't shampoo their hair daily and their hair didn't get greasy after missing one day of washing. why? because chemical shampoos strip the hair follicles of the natural oils that the scalp produces to protect the hair and scalp. when you strip these natural oils, the scalp aggressively produces more oil, causing more frequent washings. it's a cycle which continues until your hair gets greasy after 24 hours. washing your dreads (or even getting them wet) every few hours is impractical and can cause mold to grow inside. this is why acclimating your dreads to less frequent washing is imperative to a healthy head of locks.

    the easiest way to do this is simply gauge how long it takes for your scalp to get greasy after washing and wait a day or two before washing again. after a few days you will notice that it takes longer for your hair to get greasy again. eventually, you can go long periods of time (if you really want to) without washing your hair because it doesn't get greasy. also since you are not using harsh chemical shampoos, your hair doesn't produce oils as rapidly to keep up.


    ripping

    all dreadheads eventually have their dreads growing and combining together. some leave it and let it congo, others rip them apart. the only advice i can give on ripping is if you want to keep your dreads from congoing, do it sooner rather than later. this can be painful for some people and can be extra difficult once the dreads have grown together. extreme cases may call for a straight razor to split two dreads that have grown together.

    maintaining

    some choose to maintain their locks. others don't. it's personal preference. there are a few methods to use. ill admit that i'm not well versed in dreadlock maintenance as i see it to be an oxymoron, but in case you are interested here is a bit of info on some of the methods.

    root rubbing

    root rubbing is grabbing the root and rubbing it against the scalp in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. can cause breakage. can be a pain in the ass. might not actually do anything besides making your arms tired.

    palmrolling

    palmrolling is taking the dread between your palms and rolling it back and forth. palmrolling can temporarily make your dreads thinner and may have lasting effect if done daily. same with root rubbing, can cause breakage. can be a pain in the ass. might not actually do anything besides making your arms tired.

    crocheting

    crocheting consists of taking a tiny crochet needle and rapidly poking it in and out of the body of the lock to tidy up loose hairs. others use a crochet hook to gather loose hairs together and pull them into the body of the dread. same as root rubbing and palmrolling, can cause breakage. can be a pain in the ass.

    products

    there are a few products on the market for dreadlocks. none are necessary and some may actually be damaging. use of these products are debated between dreadheads so i will offer my own advice here. take it or leave it. or bicker amongst yourselves. i don't really care.

    wax

    there are a few companies that put out wax, mainly DHHQ and KBOY brands. wax is gunk that you can put in your hair to keep loose hairs down. wax usually hinders the locking process because dreads need movement and friction to 'lock' up. wax holds hair tightly in place and doesn't allow for movement or friction. plus it's sticky and smells bad. can cause mold if it isn't properly removed. can leave lots of residue at the center of the dreads. there are more threads on dreadlock forums devoted to wax removal than wax application if that tells you anything.

    if you need to remove wax, try ACV rinse, dipping them in boiling water, and excessive washing. and you still probably won't get it all out. some people just find it easier to cut or comb and start over than to try to get it all out.

    accelerator

    another useless invention made by wax companies to sell to those wanting 'insta-locks'. usually consists of salt water and lemon juice. usually does absolutely no good besides making the user feel like they are one step closer to supa phat dreadlokkkssss!

    there is really no use for this stuff unless you are swimming in it.

    peppa

    again, another wax company invention. it is completely useless. this stuff may exfoliate the hair follicles like salt or lemon juice would do, but it has no real bearing on the development of dreads.

    shampoo

    a few companies like DHHQ and KBOY specifically make 'dreadlock shampoo' but you are better off buying Dr. Bronners or using another washing method than to pay what they are asking for their expensive shampoos.


    gear

    k. this section needs no introduction. some peeps love gear.

    beads, stitches, etc. (glass, metal, wood, bone, random stuff)

    beads and stitches can work as decorations and also to cover up loops and bumps in the locks. beads come in a variety of materials like glass, wood, bone, metal, etc. also, things you wouldn't expect can be used. for instance, the other day i found a metal nut (that goes on a bolt) on the ground and i put it in dishsoap overnight and washed it off and put it on a lock. also, i have a tunnel for stretched ears(4gauge i believe?) that my roommate wasn't using.

    by stitches i mean peyote stitches, which are tubes made from tiny woven beads called seed beads. a few crafters sell these and they can easily be found on etsy.com. stitches aren't easy or quick to make, though. they are time intensive and can take up to four hours to make a single stitch. expect to pay a bit of money for them or learn to make them yourself. a google search should be sufficient for finding out how to make your own peyote stitches.

    rubber bands

    rubber bands can really be detrimental to the locking process. bands prevent movement and friction by restricting movement. some put bands at the roots and tips to keep knots from falling out, but usually these knots fall out when the bands are taken out anyways. in my opinion, backcombed or tnr dreads have to unravel a bit before fully locking up. this is natural and something that is virtually unavoidable if you want dreads.

    also, if you leave these guys in your hair for too long they can start do disentegrate and rot, leaving goopy gunk in the hair and temporarily dying it (usually black or the color of the bands).

    bands are trash. i wouldn't recommend them for any method.

    tams

    tams are a great way to keep the dreads out of view, out of the face, and off the neck in the summer time. anything that can be said about tams is pretty obvious. summer tams are usually made with lighter materials like acrylic, hemp, or cotton, while winter tams are made from wool or double thick cotton or acrylic.

    tams can easily be found on websites like ebay.com, etsy.com, or from local crafters. i would suggest buying local and supporting crafters and artisans from your own country.

    hats

    other types of hats besides tams can be worn. i like to wear long beanies. they usually stretch out after a while and rock and ride like a tam would.

    head wraps

    some peeps like 'african' head wraps. i think these look better on the ladies as it is kind of a feminine thing. head wraps can be ordered through specialty stores like etsy.com or ebay.com or crafters like phunkybrewster.com

    dread wraps (hemp, yarn, embroidery thread, kaballa string, etc)

    wraps go on individual dreads. these can be for decorational purposes or to help tighten loose dreads by constricting them and causing friction. some people use wraps to get rid of loops and wierd kinky shapes in the dreads. these can be made with hemp twine, yarn, embroidery thread, or any other material you can think of. i met a chick once that had kaballa (dunno if i spelled that right) wrapped in her locks. the pic illustrates an easy way to wrap the hair, but another easy way is to tie a knot around one section ot the dread, wrap the string around, then tie another knot. this way is harder to remove it, though.

    removing these after a while is suggested, as hemp or heavy twine can hold moisture and eventually cause mold underneath.
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    making your own dread accessories

    you don't need to buy anything for your dreads. anything you need you can make or modify yourself.

    stitches

    peyote stitches are easy to make. do a google search for tubular peyote stitch or check this website: http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/Ar..._count_tubular_peyote_stitch_instruction.html

    beanies

    a good way to modify a beanie is to cut the top off, leaving an open tube to worn as a headband. this is how i usually cover my hair as i find tams to be restrictive. find a cheap beanie and either cut the top straight off or just split the seams that connect the top. i like to tuck mine into the beanie rather than let them hang out the back. it's lighter than a tam because you can feel a breeze or reach in to scratch the scalp, and it's much cheaper and easier.

    crocheting tams

    people seem to think that tams are some sort of rare item that must be purchased. in fact, tams are very easy to make. all you have to know is ONE stitch and how to count. try searching youtube for how to crochet or how to crochet in rounds. its really easy and can cost as little as five bucks for yarn and hook compared to 20+ or 30+ for a tam and shipping.

    shirt sleeve band

    another easy modification is a shirt sleeve headband. this doesn't require much thought. just cut off a sleeve and wrap it around your head.


    FAQ


    check here before posting new threads

    bob marley

    no, you are not going to be able to recreate bob marley's hair. you are a white sixteen year old blonde kid. there is no way you will ever have dreads like bob marley's.

    length

    depending on hair length, texture, method used, and a number of other factors, your hair may shrink a little, a lot, or none at all. usually backcombing or twist/rip method will reduce length. some people experience constant shrinking, meaning that their hair is shrinking at about the same speed it is growing, so it does not seem to gain any length.
    neglect seems to lose the least length.

    there is no real way of knowing how much or how little your length will shrink. my old roommate had hair almost to her elbows, and after backcombing they were at her shoulder, and in two months they were too short and fat to even tie back.

    tips

    your tips may or not become blunt on their own. if you want blunt tips, try either rubbing the tip against your palm or using a crochet hook to pull the tips through the body of the dread to create a rounded edge. i dont think either of these methods work very well unless you do it daily, but to each is own. if you are really that worried about how your tips look, go for it. take pics and report back on whether it works or not. help the dreadlock community learn from your success or failure.

    roots

    YES your roots will lock on their own. YES it's normal to have 1-3 inches of undreaded hair at the roots. this is NORMAL. don't worry about it.

    loops

    loops are normal and occur with every method. this is kind of unavoidable. loops form when half of the dread wants to lock and the other half wants to stay straight. some people put beads or dread wraps over their loops to cover them up. some loops eventually straighten out and dread on their own. some loops stay forever.

    congos and beavertails

    a congo is when two or more dreads grow together, forming a dread with a thick root and multiple thinner tips. some people encourage congos by not ripping or by putting beads or string around the dreads to get them to grow together. if your locks are thin, this is one way to get them thicker, though keep in mind that it is nearly impossible to get them to join all the way down the length of the dread. congos work for new growth only.

    beaver tails are a more 'extreme' version of congos. it's when a congo forms in a straight line, forming a thin flat dread called a 'beaver tail'. i personally think beaver tails are awesome. it's a mixed bag. some love em, some hate em.

    neck problems

    some peeps with very long or very fat locks have reported neck problems due to the excessive weight or strain on the neck. this won't be a probem for most folks unless you have a permanent neck injury. some of this is due to the weight when washing/wet. for some, it's a problem of sleeping with their neck resting on a very fat lock. i've read it described as a 'brick' under the neck while sleeping. this is an extreme condition and shouldn't affect the majority of dreadheads.

    dandruff

    most people have some dryness of the scalp whether it's super flakey kind of dandruff or just the slightly itchy less bothersome kind. some people are prone to having it. the problem with dreadlocks is that the skin that is shed from the scalp ends up being trapped in the knots. this wouldn't normally happen to frequently brushed hair. ACV rinse helps with this usually and less frequent washings does too. nearly every dreadhead goes through an itchy/dandruffy stage between 0-3 months that is really annoying but usually goes away on its own as the scalp gets used to dreadlocks. i can get dandruff really bad if my scalp gets irritated and sweaty. one thing to try is when showering, once you are done washing the hair with hot water (hot water opens the pores), turn on the cold water (ice cold) and rinse the scalp off (cold water closes the pores). your pores will close, trapping moisture inside and keeping your scalp from drying out as quickly.

    salt water

    some people spray salt water on their dreads. this is really useless because all it does is irritate the scalp. salt water generally helps only if you are swimming in it. this is why surfing and swimming in salt water will accelerate the process dramatically. walking around and spraying your hair with salt water every 15 minutes is useless, though.

    chlorine

    NO, chlorine won't destroy your dreads. pools are perfectly fine for dreads. jesus christ.

    mold

    mold is another issue dreadheads need to be aware of. since dreads are dense and hold moisture like a sponge, wet dreads can be a breeding ground for bacteria and mold. the best way to prevent mold is by letting the dreads dry completely before wetting/washing again. i live in texas where it's very hot so i like to take a short walk after showering. blowdrying also works well.

    Aloe Vera

    aloe can be used as a gel to hold the frizzies down or to condition the locks.

    how to harvest the wonderful powers of the Aloe Plant:

    there are two ways to do it: (that i use at least)

    cut a leaf off of your plant and cut it into about one inch sections and put it in a blender until it becomes a greenish thick liquid, or
    cut a leaf off, and strip off the green 'bark' with a knife(best done by cutting the plant in half along the edge) and use the knife to get out the clear gel type stuff and blend that until it makes a clear thick liquid.

    be sure to strain any bits of solid plant from it because it may be a hassle to wash out.

    after applying the Aloe to the hair (dry or damp), it is best to wash it out after a day or so, as it tends to rot and smell. (of course it smells bad when you first blend it up, but once dry, it doesn't smell at all or very little.)

    velcro

    velcro is your enemy. don't let it trick you! stay very far away!

    bacne due to oils

    some people report acne on their back and neck (aka bacne) due to the oils from their dreadlocks. sometimes this is caused by wax on the skin, other times it's just oily hair. do yourself a favor and keep ya shit clean. there's no excuse for nasty dreadlocks. you're going to make us all look bad.

    loose hairs and frizz halo

    unless you are on a strict maintenance routine, you will always have loose hair and a frizz halo. it comes with the territory. there's not much to say about this besides get used to it.

    reactions

    dreadlocks aren't a regular hairstyle, like for instance a buzz cut or a caesar cut. dreadlocks can bring about negative connotations, especially at job interviews and church camp. be prepared to educate others that dreadlocks can be clean and don't necessarily make you a pothead.

    jobs

    some employers simply won't hire you if you have dreadlocks. especially natty ones. some employers may ask you to wear a hat. this is something you will just have to get used to. i've been turned down for jobs on the basis of my hair, even though i was highly qualified. some employers think you may send the wrong message to their customers. and they have every right to refuse you employment. just be comfortable with yourself and confident in your abilities and employers will pick up on that. good luck cuz some will need it.

    stereotypes

    get used to being stereotyped as dirty, hippy, rasta, pothead, etc. not everyone understands dreadlocks or the dreading process. instead of reacting in a volatile way, educate the ignorant on dreadlocks. open their mind instead of validating their preconcieved notions.

    end of the journey

    all things in this world must come to an end. there are two ways to get rid of your locks.

    combing

    this method can be very time consuming (depending on how mature your locks are) and can take many hours of combing and many bottles of conditioner. if you are careful and patient enough you can comb them out completely and end up with a decent looking head of hair afterwards.

    cutting

    easier than combing. some people choose to cut to a shorter length before combing out. this is practical as you can have more than an inch of hair left and it won't take you hours/days to comb the entire length out

    links

    check out these sites and communities for more info

    www.knottylocks.tk

    dreadlock forum with a focus on the neglect method. with picture forums, FAQ forums, and dreadlock 911 forums.

    www.dreadlocktruth.com

    a friendly forum with cool peeps that have a lot of experience with dreadlocks including a FAQ page for parents.


    www.etsy.com

    a great ebay-like site for handcrafted items. search 'dreadlocks' and you will come up with pages upon pages of handcrafted dreadlock specific items.


    k thnx bitches:cheers2:

    if you have anything to add or comment on, post it and i can edit the FAQ*
    let me know if there's anything else i should include in this and if it was helpful to you or not. also let me know if you support my ideas or if im completely off base.
     
  2. Pat__

    Pat__ Banned

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    About time

    Now hopefully we wont get 449959504 stupid threads
     
  3. Enjoy

    Enjoy Senior Member

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    I could kiss you
     
  4. Merrivale

    Merrivale Senior Member

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    This should be stickied, or at least put in with the other dread info.

    Not that it'll make a difference, I predict within the next few days there will be at least one totally unnecessary thread... :cheers2:
     
  5. natural philosophy

    natural philosophy bitchass sexual chocolate

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    this was my intention when i wrote this. write to your local representatives and congressmen.

    :cheers2:
     
  6. Deranged

    Deranged Senor Member

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    i met some rastafarian dudes in the virgin islands who said you can do dreads with seawater and aloe (the actual plant, not the lotion or whatever) in the ocean...and something else using a cactus of some sort
     
  7. natural philosophy

    natural philosophy bitchass sexual chocolate

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    yes i have heard of this cactus method...
     
  8. fashionnugget

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    thank you, very informative post btw.
     
  9. amybird

    amybird Senior Member

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    This will make no difference.
     
  10. pandy

    pandy Senior Member

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    nice resource :)
     
  11. Smitty25

    Smitty25 Senior Member

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    Why?
    Because people like you will continue to make stupid threads?
     
  12. Luxiebow

    Luxiebow Senior Member

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    wow NP, thats quite a body of work and full of interesting information. I think if it's not put in the 'dready information desk' then it could make a difference. Also, in Columbia they use beer on the locks and wax the tip to 'seal' the ends.
     
  13. amybird

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    Haha lol no. Don't get me wrong, it's a good effort... it's just that these attempts never seem to work, otherwise there wouldn't have been a call for this in the first place. Get it? duh :p
     
  14. Smelly D

    Smelly D The Dreaded Plumber

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    very well written NP, but the orange hurts my eyesies =]
    defo needs a link to it put in the dready info desk thread
     
  15. Luxiebow

    Luxiebow Senior Member

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    I like the orange :cheers2: I think the colour choice was good
     
  16. KnottyBlonde

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    Sooo much info! This was a good idea.
     
  17. daisymelan

    daisymelan Professional fence sitter

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    NP... this is awesome. How long did it take you to do this up? Mind if I add a link to my siggy?
     
  18. XisMySpot

    XisMySpot Member

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    GREAT! But it's true most nooobs don't click the stickies!

    But one thing. Instead of "neglect" I think the term "freeform" or even "organic" is cool. i think "neglect" makes it seem like we're a bunch of lazy mofos who don't care for ourselves. Which is far from reality.
     
  19. vigilanteherbalist2

    vigilanteherbalist2 Senior Member

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    this was nice, but a lot of it was opinion based. amy is right though. i think the problem with the forum is that it is a bit overwhelming loggin on to the site the first time. one post catches your eye, and that's where you look first. the search feature never works for me, and the stickies are pretty old. either way, i think if the threads were organized in sub0categories, it may help...
     
  20. bcmama

    bcmama Banned

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    qft!
     

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