loc's culture and natural hair
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On line magazine featuring dreadlocks hair designs, natural hair and Afro Caribbean cultureTRANSCRIPT
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Ugandan Art, available for sale, from
The Only Faith
To purchase or see more from the
collection, please contact her at
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Greetings and welcome to Conscious Vibes
A magazine of African & Caribbean culture this is a sample addition, covering the main aims and objectives of our purpose ‘Elevating natural hair, dreadlocks designs and supporting cultural businesses’. This magazine was primarily born out of frustration, due to the lack of magazines here in England, with a focus on Dreadlock designs. I found, I spent far too many hours surfing the internet, to find unique hair styles. Conscious Vibes aims to bring dreadlock businesses together, giving our readers a variety of hair style to choose from. In addition to dreadlocks the magazine also profile’s businesses with an African or Caribbean vibe. If you like what you see, then contact us. Advertising will be free for the next addition. Alternatively you may have written an article that you would like to share with us, if so, feel free to email your business or article to [email protected] This magazine is as much yours as it is ours; therefore your feedback is important. Each response we receive helps shape the direction for future publications. Conscious Vibes is a magazine for both sexes to enjoy, so brothers we would love to hear from you as well.
Positive vibrations, Conscious
Natural Mystic 4
Redskinsbags 5
Clothing & Gifts for Children 6
Hair by CHI 7
Afro Puff, Look 8
How to Pipe curl your Locs 11
Doris & Doris Clothing 13
Head Wrapping Workshop with Sister E 17
BeYouT African-Inspired Fashion 21
Barbados Salon 23
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Natural Mystic
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Clothing & Gifts for Children
Native Belle Boutique
www.nativebelleboutique.com
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Hair by CHI
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Afro Puff, Look
Hair by Tameka
Tameka a mobile Locktician, creates a look similar to two Afro puffs. This is done by parting the hair in two, putting them in bunches, then taking a loc at a time, folding it in three, then secureing it with little black elastic band at the end, near the scalp. Each loc will look like a petal but put together the effect has been descibed as a bunch of Rose Petals.
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Natural Vibe
Christine joins a new wave of women who are
opting for a natural look, this style is known
as Kinky Curly; Similar to an Afro worn in
the 70’s, but not combed through with an afro
comb or paded down to create a perfect round
shape.
Christines keeps her hair short to maintain the
spiral curls, she wets the hair, applies jell,
then works through the hair with her fingers,
allowing the curls to take the lead and form
together on their own.
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Got To Be Natural Ltd is an
independent business based in
West Essex, England. We source
and provide the finest natural
ingredients available.
GTB Natural provides a number of
tutorials on how you can use the
natural products to make home
remedies, such as face masks
and conditioners for your hair.
Using natural skin and hair
products is a much better way for
you to take care of your skin and
your hair. Not only through the
products you use on your skin and
hair care but also through what
you eat, at GTB natural we like to
promote an all-round healthy
lifestyle because when it comes to
your hair and skin its Got To Be
Natural.
www.gtbnatural.co.uk
Each item has a detailed
instruction and many
accompany a tutorial
video
Gitas Portal
www.etsy.com
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Ringlet look Your Locs can be curled into ringlets just like regular hair. However Loc’s are too thick to be curled with traditional curlers or curling irons. You can use Pipe Cleaners to curl your locs creating a different look for a special occasion.
How to Pipe curl your Locs
Pipe Cleaners
Pipe cleaners can be purchased on the internet, you can buy packs of 50 for as little as £2.99 they come in all colours, but best to buy black if your hair is black, so that you can walk around with them in, during the day without people guesing your curling your locs Follow these simple steps:
1. Start by making a loop at one end of the pipe cleaner (as your see in the picture to the right) The loop at the end serves to keep your hair from sliding off, and assists in removing the pipe cleaner from your hair when you are ready
2. Wash or wet the hair to ensure it is damp to secure the curls when dried
3. Wrap two or three hairs through the hoop, on one pipe cleaner, then roll the hair right up to the scalp
4. Then bend over the top edge of the pipe cleaner to “lock” it down.
5. When your hair dries, (minimum 24 hours) simply lift up the end of the pipe cleaner (unlock it), grab your loop, and pull straight out.
6. Your curls may be tight and you can separate the curls by running your fingers through them to stretch and loosen them
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Presents
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An interactive seminar, with a panel, focusing on
Attendees will hear the thought provoking and
informative findings from the survey which
examined wh
career progression
Saturday 19th January 2013
From
1pm to 5pm
Cottons
Caribbean Restaurant
Islington
70 Exmouth Market
London EC1
Early bird tickets £7.50
before 12th January 2012,
£10 thereafter
Buffet Lunch, available
supplied by Cottons for £8
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Doris & Doris Clothing About Doris and Doris
Doris & Doris are a mother and daughter
team born in Kenya, resident in England.
They have created their own brand of
women’s fashion utilizing African fabrics, from
2005, by making African print dresses for
retail at the Arts & Friday & Saturday spot in
the Arts & Crafts market in Brixton. Where
they still trade in the great British weather-
come rain come shine. Doris said, “Markets
have been an invaluable learning ground for
us. We see what works first-hand and there
is great satisfaction in seeing our designs
work for all types of women”.
Doris and Doris are inspired by the variety of
designs and colors in traditional African
fabrics. They go on to say, “Our style is
blended not only of African & British
influences but traditional clothing from all
over the world. Bohemian, modern, funky
and simple – vibrating from the 60’s and 70’s,
striking, stylish women, (Miriam Makeba,
Pam Greer, Angela Davis, Betty Davis spring
to mind) music straight from the soul, street-
life, sun-soaked continents, the good things
in life…all colored by the vibrant and varied
flavors of Africa”.
www.etsy.com/shop/dorisanddoris
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Doris & Doris
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L Hair designed by
Maria Thompson
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Head Wrapping Workshop With Sister E
Sister E s is the founder of The Calabash Hub, a
sanctuary that fosters the principles of
Afri-Centered lifelong learning. To link and inspire
like-minded black people to reach their potential,
gain knowledge and empowerment through historical,
political, cultural and educational information in order
to endure a self-fulfilling prophecy. This is delivered
through Cultural Workshops, Film Screenings, Ghana
Tours and sales of African inspired products.
Conscious Vibes was fortunate to participate in some
learning at Sister E Head wrap Workshop. She
presented the historical aspects of traditional head
wrapping together with the name and meaning of
each traditional wrap
The workshop was interactive, informative, and
educational. Sister E explained the true meaning of
the prints and Adrinkra symbols on the material
before we tried the different styles, with different
sizes and textures of material. We were taught many
styles including a Bantu Knot, (see video) Turban,
Crown, Gele and Nefertiti.
As Sister E took her time to ensure all the Sister on
the workshop mastered each style, I observed them
growing in stature, heads held high, lots of smiles,
standing tall and proud of their crowning glory. The
workshop left us all inspired and feeling like Queens,
as we all came away more in touch with our true
ancestral culture.
Sister E is available for group bookings, individual
attention, parties or demonstrations at events.
Contact Sister E at The Calabash Hub, Email [email protected]
www.thecalabashhub.com
Nubian Queens
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Shea Body smothers, by the Calabash Hub
Leaves skin feeling silky Smooth
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Make a Statement
with these unique earrings
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Cultural Vibes
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CCuuppccaakkeess wwiitthh CChhaarraacctteerr
Caribbean Cupcakes offer a
delicious range of Cupcakes
and cakes using liquors and
spices from the Islands of the
Caribbean. Their range of
mouth watering cupcakes
includes Cruisin’ Coconut,
Sweet Potato Cupcake or try
one of their Rum Punch
Cocktail Cupcakes!!
Full menu available at
www.caribbeancupackes.com
or call 07559 762 000
The full peace Theatre company is based in the
heart of London, offering you the opportunity to
engage in the promotion of peace via productions
and workshops! The company offers a number of
plays and a program that encourages people to
co-exist peacefully.
Contact
Tel: 07985 545859 E-mail: [email protected]
http://www.fullpeacetheatre.com/
Sweet Handz
Restaurant
Ghanaian Cuisine
217 Holloway Road
Holloway
Islington
London
N7 8DL
Tel: 0207 700 642
Sweet Handz is the touch of
Ghana situated in the heart of
London city. The restaurant
blends a relaxed atmosphere with
delicious authentic Ghanaian food
achieved by using only the finest
and freshest ingredients.
The mood at Sweet Handz is
excellent.
The Full Peace Theatre Company
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BeYouT African-Inspired Fashion & Interior Designs
Shower Curtain and Towels Lamp Shades
Interview with the founder of BeYouT
Founder of BeYouT: Marcia Green,
British-born of African-Caribbean descent
Design background: It has always my dream to
be a designer with my own label but it was not
until I was 40 years old that I started BeYouT
African-Inspired Fashion & Interior Designs. My
previous career working within multicultural
communities inspires my collection for practical
translations of casual urban-style. My friends and
family are my muses.
Design signatures: Timeless, Bold Print and
Color.
The BeYouT Customer: An independent-thinker
with a strong sense of their own personal style.
Career highlight: The marked transformation
occurs when a customer puts on my designs –
they immediately ooze self-confidence. Another
highlight is when In 2011 BeYouT expanded its
collection to include home ware coordinates
Brand philosophy The BeYouT brand is about
empowerment through the freedom of self-
expression and self-appreciation. However the
designs are also very much about comfort and
individualism.
Price range: £18 (bags and scarves) - £75 (Coats
and Suits)
BeYouT Future Plans: Collaborations with young
designers.
Contact Details: BeYouT, African-Inspired Fashion & Interior Designs www.lovebeyout.com 07951 77 99 93
www.facebook.com/LoveBeYouT
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BeYouT designs
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Barbados Salon
NATURAL MYSTIC, NATURAL HAIR SALON
Natural Mystic
Is located in
Kendal Hill, Christ Church
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Doris & Doris