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The Story behind Spiralocks
"Spiralocks are the most simple, effective, safe, ethical and funkiest tie you will ever use in your locks!"
The Spiralocks journey began back in 2011 around the kitchen table when Peta and Helen both new to dreadlocks were struggling to find anything suitable to tie up their dreads with.
After a little trial and error, using just wire and wool Spiralocks were born.
Originally created just for personal use, they soon realised they needed to share Spiralocks with the world.
With a few simple materials Spiralocks have become a 'game changer' for many dread heads.
I love love love my spiralocks, i have 2 now, the best invention ever
- Chyvonne
So what is a Spiralock?
Peta and Helen describe the Spiralock as"made using an inner bendable wire core which can easily be wrapped around any size dreads comfortably and securely. They cause no damage to your dreads and hold firm all day without causing tension headaches from pulling."
There is both a Wool Felt & Vegan range of colourful Spiralocks available in 4 handy sizes.
Small 40cm great for short thin dreads
Medium 50cm great for medium dreads, just past the shoulders
Large 60cm great for long thick heavy dreads and up styles
Extra Large 80cm great for really long dreads and big dread buns
Ethical & Handmade
Where are Spiralocks made?
After many years of Peta and Helen making everything themselves here in Australia, it soon grew too much for them to handle alone and they needed to look for help. It was important this was done in an ethical and supportive way.
Spiralocks are now made in the remote village of Gunu on the outer islands in Fiji helping women and their families out of poverty. The ladies on the Spiralocks team are Kaile, Vani, Mari, Fanne and Alcy.
Meet a few of the ladies
KALIE
Kalie is 36 years old and has lived in Gunu for 13 years with her husband, two sons and mother in law.
Before making Spiralocks Kalie used to pick seaweed each week to provide enough money for her family.
Since 2017 Kalie has been making Spiralocks and making more money doing something she loves.
[Photo supplied - Spiralocks]
VANI
Vani is 41 years old and has five children and lives with her extended family.
Before making Spiralocks Vani was diving for seaweed every week which then had to be taken to the mainland to sell.
Diving for seaweed takes many 7-8 hour days and Vani is glad she no longer has to do this thanks to Spiralocks.
[Photo supplied - Spiralocks]
MARI
Mari is 39 years old and lives with her husband and 5 kids.
Before making Spiralocks she worked in a garment factory but her wages were not enough to support her family.
With Spiralocks work Mari now earns enough to pay the rent and bills and send her kids to school everyday.
[Photo supplied - Spiralocks]
"Choosing to expand production in an ethical and supportive way was one of the biggest challenges of my life, but has been worth every obstacle and hardship now as I see the difference Spiralocks has made to the ladies we support in the remote and impoverished village of Gunu on the outer islands in Fiji."
- Peta (Spiralocks)
The SPIRALOCKS are unique and colourful, love all the earthy tones, such an interesting way to fasten or style my dreads.. and was stoked at just how well they hold a whole head of dreadlocks up in a pony! XOxo
- Tara
'Jungle Love'
Wool Felt Spiralock
'Bohemian Filigree'
Vegan Spiralock
'Henna'
Wool Felt Spiralock
I'm absolutely in love with my rainbow spiralock! It's the easiest way to put up my dreads securely and with very little pressure on the dreads! The rainbow colours make me so happy and the quality is outstanding! 10/10.
- AJ