Bantu ------> Not

Ok for some reason bantu knots/knot outs are not for me, lol. My bantu-knots did not turn out like I hoped they would. This was my 3rd attempt in all my locked years. They say practice makes perfect,  I guess I need to keep practicing, lol.

The problems I ran into
1) Some knots where to tight and some were too loose. Majority of them were too tight. I had them so tight that it caused a headache, and even so my head was hurting days after I took them down. Never again will  I torture myself. I left them in even when they were hurting because I wanted them to come out perfect, but that didn't happen.
2) I let my hair get too dry. It takes my hair forever to air dy now, so when ever I do braidouts or roller sets.  I let my locks dry a bit before I set them, however this time I let my locks get too dry, specially on the ends because they didn't have any curls when I took the bantu-knots down.
3)I did a single strand twist when I probably should have done a two strand twist, however I think the real problem was letting my hair get too dry.

What have I learned for my next attempt.
1) Do not make the bantu knots too tight to the point of causing headaches
2)Leave my hair a little damp, or if get s too dry, wet it again.
3)Try two-strand twists instead
4)Take my time setting the bantu-knots( I was kind of in a rush)

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Question to my professional bantu-knoters (yes  imade that word up)


Do you single strand twist or two strand twist your hair/locks before putting them in bantu knots?

Do you see the curls? Of course you don't!
The curls that did come out werent too bad. I figure if I had done the bantu-knots properly I would have liked the results. I haven't given up I will attempt this look some time in the future!

Anyhow now on to my next style attempt. It may be a while.
 I'm installing Sisterlocks in my daughter's hair and Brotherlocks in my hubby's hair. So excited!

Until Next Time Much Love

Are those extensions?

I guess my locks length has finally gotten to that point where people are starting to assume that my hair is fake. I know the new color doesn't help but it's all good.
When people ask me this question I pay it no mind cause I love when they ask me question. I'm very proud with joy because I can finally say no this is all mine baby...all mine. No extensions needed! Lol
Do you all get offended when people ask if you have extensions? Or do you smile with joy?
I just washed my hair today, I'm currently doing a bantu set. I haven't done one in years and I've only done two since I've been locked. This shall be interesting. Pictures coming soon so stay tuned.
Until next time much love!
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4 Years on Lock

4 Year Lockversary! (June 1st, I'm a little late)

Time flies when you are having fun! Can't believe it's been 4 years already!

I also can't believe how much my hair has grown! My hair is the healthiest and longest its ever been!

Although I was contemplating starting over, I can't imagine cutting my hair now, I'm loving this length too much. So I'll keeping my locks along with the imperfections, it's only hair! My baby locks that are in the front are starting to grow like crazy. I'm not having to restart them everytime I wash anymore.Although styling options are minimal with different length locks, I'm dealing with it.

So as you can see I dyed my hair jet black. I coudldn't stand the lint any longer, plus trying to tweeze them out was compromising the strength of the locks. The color took some getting used to. My DH says my locks look fake now, lol. I in love with the color. I'm going to try not to dye again for a couple of years, however don't know how long I can hold out. I'm already thinking of another color, lol. What do you all think of my new color?


Anyhow I'm still in love with my locks, I still can't believe the growth, I'm amazed everytime I look at my progress pictures! Only regret that I have is not locking sooner. Well here are a few pictures to recap how my locks have progressed over the years! Enjoy

Month 1 and Month 12

Month 24 (2nd year) and Month 36 (3rd year)

Month 48 (Year 4)

For a closer view click on pictures to enlarge

Since April I had to start maintaining my locks myself. My consultant had to stop doing hair for personal reasons. So far I have been doing pretty good. Taking that class came right on time. However I think I may seek a consultant soon, because I have gotten spoiled and I miss getting my hair done by someone else!

I promised myslef that I would take better care of my locks and style often.
I plan on finding a new style on you tube and posting pictures so stay tuned!

Until next time much love!