Summer 2014 Events

For two weekends in a row we participated at 2 of the most popular events of the end of Summer in Malta. First Notte Bianca and then BirguFest - where we showcased our Dreadlock accessories as well as some hippie stuff from Nepal and India.


Here is our lovely gazebo stall at Notte Bianca, at Hastings Gardens, Valletta

Jute Bags from Nepal

Nakul behind the stall in a quiet moment

Birgu is a medieval town in the south of the island. Once a year they hold this weekend-long festival. Here is our stall.

Dresses, Harem Pants and Waistcoats from Rajasthan, India

Piercing, dreadlock beads, charms, hemp hats, skulls and some felt accessories

Our clip-on Hair Beads and Embellished Dreadlock Extensions

And finally, here is Nakul, the loctician.
Thanks to Stefan for this wonderful board :)

Dreadlocks in Malta - Our happy faces :)

This Summer we have been very busy with dreadlock making and fixing so today I'm gonna share with you some of the happy faces we have seen!

Malcolm's full maintenance

 Andrea's brand new dreads

Marion's roots and locks fixing session

Fresh new dreads for couple Sandy & Joshua 2 days in a row

Andy's new mohawk dreads with extensions

Leigh's loooong dreads full maintenance

Earth Garden 2014

The most incredible festival in Malta, Earth Garden, took place on the 6th, 7th and 8th of June.

Our stall was set up near the Enchanted Forest, under the grateful shade of the trees.
With different live music every 2 hours, we enjoyed every beat.

Keep Calm And Get Dreadlocks featured dreadlocks making and fixing services as well as hair strings. The selection of over 50 clip-on strings that can be seen hanging in the above image, were a huge success. An array of colours, beads, feathers, charms, and different techniques of macrame made them a sell-out. 

'How badly do you like skulls' was a collection of jewellery, scarfs, cushion covers, and anatomically precise skull clay sculptures that our friend Tom creates.

Our stall was enhanced with beautiful bags, belts and hats, handmade from Nepal.

There was also the section with a variety of body piercing items, including glow in the dark tunnels, together with steel, titanium and organic piercings.

And finally there was the brand new stock of dreadlocks beanies, hats, beads and charms.

All good things come to an end...

As we watch the video of the 2014 edition, and see ourselves... we recall those fantastic memories... and look forward for Earth Garden 2015!

Time to go wild

I am a feather fan and a feather freak.

Whenever I go out in nature I am more looking down than straight or up.

Always on the lookout for feathers :)

 

And personally I am much more happier if a man gifts me feathers instead of flowers! Especially if they are white feathers - my absolute favourite <3

I found some real incredible feathers, some belonging to eagles, owls, pheasants, ducks, crows, pigeons and a myriad of different birds. 

 

With feathers you can edge your look to a wild one.

Or use them for a statement of individuality and personality.

There are many ways you can accessorize and decorate your hair with the use of feathers. The easiest way is to stick loose feathers into your hair and fix them with a small rubber or pin. This looks better if you get hold of a couple of long and really awesome patterned feathers.

If you dont have time to go look for feathers, you can find many of these ready-made items on the net. 

Clips with coloured feathers - often also with charms and beads. One of the most common hair feathers are those of the peacock, undoubtedly the most beautiful natural feather on the planet!

Another very popular feather for the hair is the grizzly rooster feathers - thin and long striped feathers usually used for extensions. The original feathers come only in brown or black shades with white. But you can find practically any colour. Usually they come as clip-ons.

Head bands are also an easy way to show off feathers in your hair. Easy to do yourselves with a string (plain or macrame' or brail) with pieces of feathers attached with it. 

Feather chains are becoming more popular as they appear to be fashion jewellery.

Another way to incorporate feathers in your dreads is to string them around your locks or extensions directly.

 * Create your style this Summer with feathers *

Go for a walk in nature, along forests and near lakes, you are sure to find a feather or two or more.  

When you are using feathers that you yourself have found, then they become a pleasant reminder, a story to tell, and a sweet memory!