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Sisterlocks Turns 30!!!

1/22/2023

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Greetings from Dr. Cornwell
​It just hit me that the Sisterlocks Company is really 30 years old! What an opportunity for us to do some really special things ALL YEAR LONG! I'm thinking we should focus on a different theme or activity each month. That would be a fun way to shed light on some of the many amazing things that we've been involved in through the years. I can't think of a better place to begin than with our unique, and sometimes controversial logo.
So, where did that Sisterlocks Logo come from anyway???
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Most people love it, but I have heard comments that some people wish our logo was something with a bit more of an 'ethnic' look. Hmmm! Read on, because I want to share with you why this logo for me is - and always has been - simply irresistible! It's like the image is about to take flight. In fact, we have affectionately named her the "Flying Lady."
Here's the brief story of her birth:
From the beginning (1993) we knew that Sisterlocks was here to stay, so we needed a logo. We took a bunch of pictures and our limited design ideas to a friend and graphic artist, Jan Carpenter. She took one look at the picture below of me goofing off while the photographer was shooting, and asked why we needed to look any further? Jan took out her pen, traced around the figure, and the rest is history. The Flying Lady was born!
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I have to say though, that I wasn't really goofing off. I was trying to express what it felt like for me to have Sisterlocks. I was FREE! I was ME, and not trying to be anyone else. I had let go of a weight that I had been carrying my whole life, and I really could FLY!
Flying Lady Sightings!
Over the years I have witnessed many, many Flying Lady sightings. These are women who get caught by the spirit of Sisterlocks and just have to fling their arms out wide in order to make enough room for their swelling heart! I usually don't have my camera ready to capture the events, ... but sometimes I do!

This is the first documented Flying Lady sighting. It dates back to our 2nd Sisterlocks Homecoming event in San Diego in Summer of 2000. If I'm not mistaken, the lovely woman in flight is Angel Okrah. Angel, are you still flying?
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Below are a few more sightings from around 2020. 
#1: Atlanta. The whole class was soaring!
#2: Paris, France. The ladies there are just as fired up as we are!
#3: Also Atlanta. Believe it or not, this was our guys' version of the Flying Lady. They were trying to put a masculine spin on it. (Didn't work!)
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Wait! There's more!

The Flying Lady has inspired much more than weird behavior. It inspired a DOLL. See below:
#1: The original prototype, one-of-a-kind Sisterlocks Doll. (under lock & key) Dollmaker was Zonka Thompson.
#2: Production version. Around 45 total dolls made
#3: Later, a different dollmaker (Can't remember name) came up with this CTA doll.

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So, that's my logo story. I welcome your comments. I'd love to know your logo story, if you have one. Or, maybe you've made a Flying Lady sighting that you'd like to share. How about if you find me a doll maker who would like to reserrect our Flying Lady Doll. I'd love that.
'Till next time,
Dr.C
21 Comments
ReNata Elliott
1/23/2023 08:19:52 pm

I was in awe reading the history of the logo.. I never knew this. I can incorporate it in my consultation when I give history on sisterlocks.
I love that I have been able to grow within sisterlocks and looking forward to grow even more in the near future

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Cathy Thomas link
1/23/2023 08:50:14 pm

It's so cool to hear the story behind the logo. May Sisterlocks continue to soar! It's been a beautiful journey, 30 yrs.old! WoW! Just wow!!!

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TBecks
1/23/2023 09:02:08 pm

Congratulations. Is the website going to be updated well?

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Deihlia Moore
7/27/2023 08:11:51 am

Great question, I was wondering this as well.

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Selange Giannetto, B.Sc., NDTR
1/23/2023 10:22:38 pm

7 years in, and I've loved my locks since day 1. The numerous complements I've received from both melenated and non melenated individuals is amazing. So as you celebrate 30 wonderful years of success, I wish you many more.

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Patricia Martin link
1/23/2023 11:15:58 pm

Such a beautiful story. You are truly a legend. Thank you for changing my life and giving me this opportunity to SOAR.

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Natasha Ricketts link
1/24/2023 12:15:26 am

This is an amazing story. I Love the flying lady. I have numerous of pictures of me doing the flying lady after getting my sisterlocks not realizing it. I have so much love for myself and my hair since having them established. Happy 30th Anniversary!!!!

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Charlene
1/24/2023 02:21:58 am

I didn’t know the history behind the logo❤️ It is so fitting though. I’m 10 years in this journey and from the moment of my consultation I have felt “FREE!” CONGRATULATIONS Dr. Cornwell

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Avalon link
1/24/2023 03:29:25 am

Congratulations, on 30 yr and still flying. I know those wings has also allow my business to fly, when I started as a consultant.

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Pam M
1/24/2023 04:19:50 am

I absolutely love everything about this story. Gives us a glimpse into the makings of Sisterlocks™. I’ll definitely be in the lookout for a doll maker (Etsy) as I’d love to have one of these beauties in my studio on display. I guess it’s safe to say, the flying lady is here to stay.

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ALICIA ROYSTER
1/24/2023 05:16:04 am

Congratulations on 30 years and still flying! I really enjoyed the origin story of the flying lady logo! I have had my sisterlocks for 11 years now and I'm still in love with them, you could say, "I'm still flying as well!"

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Darlene
1/24/2023 06:28:41 am

Thanks for the history on the logo. I, too, am a “flying lady”. I’ve been soaring since Sept 2020. So grateful I made the transition. Feeling excited abt the doll-making challenge. I’m ready, set, go to creating one. Peace and blessings to all. Keep flying ladies.

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Jameica Perez link
1/24/2023 07:17:42 am

Congratulations on 30 years 🥳🍾 The flying lady is distinctive and cute. I ❤️ Sisterlocks. Kudos.

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Bridget S.
1/24/2023 08:16:15 am

Loving my transition….and YES I am FREE. The logo is YOU on your journey. Love it!

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Tracy
1/24/2023 12:17:30 pm

I am loving the journey. I am 5 years in and still the best hair decision ever! Dr Cornwell thank you!

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Dee
1/24/2023 01:14:37 pm

Cheers to 30 years Loc'd!!! 🎉🍾🥂🎉
I have a flying lady pic of my own, but not able to share in this comment box.

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Janice Johnson (Sacramento, CA)
1/24/2023 07:07:48 pm

Let's Cruise and Celebrate Lady!! Congratulations on 30 Years in flight!! It feels great to be on this journey with you since 2007! Let's keep flying higher and higher!!💯🎉🌹

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Anita A
1/25/2023 09:54:07 pm

Congrats on 30 and flying. The logo is truly an original and awesome symbol to represent Sisterlocks. I have been free for an amazing 8 months.

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Vondra
1/27/2023 12:29:06 pm

Congrats on 30 years. I just started my sister loc journey last August and I love the freedom, and the I am trusting the process. I love my hair and the growth is amazinng.

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veronique baptiste germaine
1/28/2023 10:52:02 am

Been sisterlocked since 2010. Best decision ever. Have you considered callaborating with influential You Tubers to get option of sisterlocks to more sister. One that I suggested you to is Fumi Desalu-Vold. She has over half a millon subscribers. I think You tube is a great platform to educate.

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Doretha Reaves-King
1/22/2025 01:12:41 pm

PLEASE leave the Flying Lady as is. I have been a Trained Sisterlocks Consultant since 2002 and Certified Consultant since 2005. I have actually met Dr C. What she Created is not just a hairdo, She started a Sisterhood and it has brought Black women closer to each other from all walks of life. Thank you Dr C. I love being a part of this Black Sisterhood.

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