Yes, Knotty ones, the season of jingle-jangle, tummy-stretching family dinners, tinny holiday music and toys, toys, TOYS  is almost upon us (and it’s not even Thanksgiving for you Yankees yet!). Our ubber-popular Knotty Gift Combos are full of super dreadlock-care items for that special someone who might appreciate a little pampering just for their mane (and bonus for you, they’ll smell HEAVENLY!).

Knotty Boy Gift Combos: A customizable bag bursting with delicious Knotty goodies including Knotty Boy dreadlock products, beads and adornments, head gear, stickers, and more - all presented in an adorable starry gift bag complete with holiday ribbon and gift tag! Simple, Deluxe, and Mega Holiday Gift Combos to choose from, ranging in price from $32-$56, and the perfect gift solution for hard-to-buy-for knotty ones.

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Bead-Bag Stocking-Stuffers: A customizable selection of our gorgeous lock beads and adornments presented in a starry cellophane gift bag, bead-dazzled with ribbon and gift tag (get it, bead-dazzled? ha. ha.).  Simple, Deluxe and Mega Bead Bags to choose from, ranging from $2.50 - $15.50, and are sure to keep your nappy one happy!.

Or build your own Knotty Boy gift combo with our special gift-wrapping and sending option on the Knotty Boy Shopping Cart page. Just add what you like to the cart (maybe a wooly pigtail pilot hat or sterling silver lock coil for something really special!) and fill out the required info on the Check Out page. You will discretely receive your receipt via email while the lucky receiver gets a box full of goodies, wrapped up in a starry cello bag, ribbon and a beautiful Knotty gift tag “from you” with your personal message on it.

NOTE: Holiday shipping cut-off deadlines: All US and International Christmas gift orders must be placed before December 1^st in order to be delivered before Dec. 25^th. Canada, you’ve got a few extra days to spare but the longer you wait, the greater risk you run of not receiving it in time.

For those of you in the Vancouver area, the above Combos and Gift-Wrapping is also available at the Knotty Boy Lock Shop & Salon, seven days a week!

Hope some of these ideas help take the ‘dread’ out of your holiday shopping, making the whole thing a little more Knotty AND nice this year.  Until next time!

The Knotty Crew   xo

www.knottyboy.com

Knotty Wintery Pigtail Pilot Hats are back – limited time only!....

Could these be more RAD? A custom-made winter hat exclusively for lock-havers and so cute we could scream. Along with ‘cute’ we also definitely include ‘hot on guys’, we especially want to see these on our nappy boys. Side openings provide ventilation and poke-out-ability for your locks while the wooly 100%-recycled sweater fabric keeps you cozy. Braided toggles allow the hat to be tied snug in place or hang loose for that Nepalese Sherpa look. Machine-washable and durable, these are an excellent solution for winter chills and waning hotness (see above ‘hot on guys’ comment). ONLY FOR WINTER, pick them up now while we've got 'em!

Don’t forget to check out all the rest of our brilliant winter toppers for your nappy lid here.  http://www.knottyboy.com/shop/dread_hats/

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Knotty Boy DreadStuff proudly presents… 

Knotty Boy Loctician Training....

Level 1

Knot Just Dreads Studio

Toronto, Ontario

November 28-30, 2009

Knotty Boy Dreadstuff is thrilled to announce the first of our long awaited Knotty Boy Loctician Education Courses.

For over ten years, Knotty Boy professionals have established themselves as the most respected stylists in this unique profession. Now Knotty Boy is offering students the opportunity to learn to lock like we do and become a part of the Knotty Boy family as an official Knotty Boy Affiliate Loctician.

An intensive two-day curriculum taught by Knotty Boy Stylist Trainers will educate students in everything needed for professional Knotty Boy Method Dreadlock Creation and Ongoing Maintenance, as well as Dreadlock Repair, Extension, and Modification.. Knotty Boy Product education will also be covered. Certificates of Completion will be awarded at the end of Day 2.  

An optional third day is offered for additional one-on-one practice with Stylist Trainers, as well as a Business Mentoring Q & A session discussing the basics of starting and maintaining a dreadlock styling business for students wishing to further increase confidence in new skills and future ventures.

Cost

2 Day Course – incl. 16 hours of training + materials ($125 value)

$1600.00

3 Day Course – incl. 22 hours of training + materials ($125 value)

$1900.00

Group discount available for bookings of 3 spots or more

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Early Bird Offer

Reserve Before October 16 and Receive Materials FREE

($125 Discount)

Class size is up to six students and seats are limited, so reserve your spot first! 

Course Outline

Day 1 (approx. 8 hrs)
Welcome and Overview

Virgin/Natural Dreadlock Creation + Related Product Education

·       client consultation and prep

·       hair sectioning techniques

·       root tying

·       dreadlock creation techniques, with and without wax

·       blunted and tapered lock-end creation

·       client after-care education

Basic Dreadlock Maintenance + Related Product Education

·       separating and re-sectioning locks

·       loose hair relocking techniques

·       client after-care education

·       damage assessment and problem solving

·       lock imperfection repair techniques

·       re-configuring and modifying odd lock sections

·       strengthening, lengthening and reattaching broken locks

Dreadlock Extenders

·       client consultation and prep, ie. colour and texture matching

·       adding length to new and mature natural locks

·       client after-care education

Graduation and Certificates awarded

About Knotty Boy Loctician Affiliation

Knotty Boy Loctician Affiliation offers students the unique opportunity to fast-forward their business exposure and industry creditability by joining forces with the Knotty Boy family. Affiliation is granted only upon completion of Knotty Boy Loctician Training Level 1 and once Knotty Boy Stylist Trainers are satisfied the student will uphold Knotty Boy standards of excellence going forward.

Benefits of Knotty Boy Loctician Affiliation....

• priority listing on Knotty Boy Salon Locator page at www.knottyboy.com (receiving over 4000 monthly searches in US alone).

• ongoing support from Knotty Boy Stylists Trainers via email and phone.

• monthly features on Knotty Boy social media sites, ie. Myspace, Facebook, Twitter, etc. 

• increased visibility, credibility and professional status by way of official endorsement by Knotty Boy DreadStuff, the longest running, most respected Dreadlock Care provider in the industry.

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Knotty Boy Stylist Affiliation Requirements....

• Stylist must become an official Retailer of the Knotty Boy DreadStuff product line. The Knotty Boy Product Intro Offer provides new Retailers with a starter selection of necessary products for dreadlock care at a $40 discount.
  

• Stylist must meet a yearly product order minimum of $300 ($75/quarter) or submit a nominal affiliation fee of $250/year to maintain Knotty Boy Stylist Affiliate status.

Important Course-Booking Details

·      50% deposit is required to reserve spot, refundable until October 23, non-refundable after that date. Balance is due at Registration on first day of training. Cash, Canadian money order and Mastercard/Visa accepted - no cheques.

·      We would ask that those reserving spots now wait to book flights and accommodations until after October 16. A list of recommendations for transportation, accommodation, local amenities and Canadian border-crossing tips will be sent to all students upon registration to make your stay as easy as possible.

• Knotty Boy techniques are glue and chemical-free, therefore a Hairstyling License is not mandatory but highly recommend. 

• Knotty Boy DreadStuff has the right to refuse anyone not qualified to participate in Knotty Boy Stylist Education, and anyone whose interests conflict with Knotty Boy DreadStuff and their associates. Residents of southern Alberta, southern British Columbia, Washington State and the Greater Toronto Area are not eligible to participate in Knotty Boy Education. 

• Completion of Knotty Boy Educational Courses does NOT equal or supersede Provincial/State hair styling licensing regulations.....

If you are serious about making dreadlock creation and care your profession, or simply want to add it to your current repertoire, don’t miss this chance to be one of the few to learn how to form, fix and revolutionize dreadlocks!

email dreaducation@knottyboy.com or

call 1-877-4-KNOTTY (456-6889) for more info and to register.

http://www.knottyboy.com/salon/stylist_training/

Knotty Boy Lock Shop $5 Haircuts for Charity
 
Wednesday May 27, 2009, 12-8pm

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