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Dread Wrap
About this design:
My cousin messaged me the other day and asked me if I made Dread Wraps. My response was "I don't even know what that is..." Apparently, kids in my area (or all over, I have no idea) give themselves a single Dreadlock and then they wrap them with wire and beads and such. So she asked if I could make one for her step-daughter for her senior pictures. This is the result
Components:
copper wire, red wire, czech glass pressed daisy beads.Additional Images:
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Add your thoughts!
On Oct 22, 2014 at 4:54 pm #
pearlsandme aka Monica says:Never heard of them either… I could be the first here, heehe! Or maybe I just haven’t noticed, or met the wrong people — I’ve seen some dreadlocks, but guess I havent stopped to count them…
Very beautiful wrap, makes one want to persuade someone to get one of those dreadlocks, so it could be decorated! She will be thrilled!
On Oct 22, 2014 at 7:18 pm #
BeadlingatMonsterPajamas says:Thanks Monica! I know up here we have a festival called Mountain Jam, and I’m sure that inspires some of the style for these kids. I never take notice of peoples dreads either…
I sent her pictures and her step-daughter loves it! She may order a few more
On Oct 22, 2014 at 9:25 pm #
maxnbuttons says:Funky is the word that comes to mind but not in a bad way. I think I’ll do some research to see if anyone would like this. Dreadlocks seem to be the trend at some of our local high schools and colleges. (I guess old dogs do learn new tricks
On Oct 22, 2014 at 9:26 pm #
maxnbuttons says:BTW when I was in HS, Blondie was popular and I put pink streaks in my bangs. So I can’t judge what kids do now.
On Oct 22, 2014 at 9:44 pm #
BeadlingatMonsterPajamas says:Thank you maxnbuttons. I can’t remember any trends from when I was in high school (which was only 10 years ago for me). It is kind of cool to be asked to do something like this, it is definitely not something I would have thought of on my own. I’m glad you were inspired
On Oct 23, 2014 at 6:49 am #
DayLily aka Del says:REally nice.
On Oct 23, 2014 at 1:34 pm #
BeadlingatMonsterPajamas says:Thanks Del
On Oct 23, 2014 at 11:36 pm #
Warped Wire Studio says:New to me! Looks cool though. Nice wire work.
On Oct 24, 2014 at 11:00 am #
BeadlingatMonsterPajamas says:Thanks WWS! First time working with wire other than clasps, so thank you for your compliment
On Oct 24, 2014 at 12:36 pm #
Crystal Canary says:This is so cool! I have never seen them before, but I think they are a great idea for dressing up those locks. Very creative with your design and I love the daisies. Did your cousin give you a description to work with and specific measurements? Nice job!
On Oct 24, 2014 at 2:06 pm #
BeadlingatMonsterPajamas says:Thank you CC!!! She wasn’t quite sure what to make. She just kind of described what they were and I googled them. She sent me a picture of her dress too and said “The only requirement is that there be NO PINK OR YELLOW” Apparently she hates those colors. Her dress had bright red flowers, so I figured this would match
On Oct 24, 2014 at 7:58 pm #
Asia says:Have no idea about it, but this is fantastic and I’m sure she will love it
On Oct 24, 2014 at 8:59 pm #
BeadlingatMonsterPajamas says:Thanks Asia! She picked it up today and said she’d let me know when she wants more
On Dec 04, 2022 at 9:39 am #
Dragonfly Dreams says:I haven’t heard of that either, but your design is stunning! I am wanting to make a hair piece for my upcoming wedding. I am just starting with beading, so am kinda unsure if I can pull it off…