How to Make Colorful Dreads

Dreads, big or small, can be temporarily colored with accessories.

Dreads are a hairstyle that consists of many braid-like groupings of hair. Dreads are made by the tightening of the hair to itself over many months. As the hair grows, it is added to the dread. They are only removable by cutting, as the individual dreads are made of hair so compact they could never be untangled. A hairstyle that is so permanent requires some versatility, which can be achieved with color. Adding colored accessories to your dreads can liven up a hairstyle and allow you to decorate them for a special occasion. For best results, use bright and contrasting colored yarn and beads.

Things You'll Need

• Yarn (3 colors)
• Beads
• Scissors

Instructions

1. Cut the yarn into pieces twice the length of your dread. Cut three pieces of each color.

2. Tie one piece of yarn around the base of your dread, next to your scalp, by making one knot.

3. Wrap the yarn around your dread in a spiral, covering the hair completely. Wrap the yarn to 1-inch above the bottom of your dread.

4. Thread a contrasting color bead on the yarn and continue to wrap the bottom 1-inch of the dread.

5. Double knot the yarn at the bottom of the dread and cut off any excess yarn.

6. Repeat Steps 2 to 5, wrapping every other dread with yarn. Spread the colors out, making your head an even distribution of the different colored yarn.

References

• Dreadlocks.com:
• Dread Head HQ: Making Dreadlocks