Fun Facts about Ms. Jen!

Ms. Jen has been with us since our Grand Opening Day in 2007! Part of our original staff we have gotten to watch Ms. Jen grow up! A stylists with 9 years of experience,  six of which have been with Pigtails & Crewcuts Ms. Jen brings to the job her passion for children, her fun sense of humor and her love for Princesses and *everything* Disney!

Originally from California, Ms. Jen came to Georgia to attend Kennesaw State, where last year she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in English. Ms. Jen is currently seeking her Masters Degree in Education. Ms. Jen hopes to pursue a career in education, and while we would hate to ever watch her grow…we know that a great future in a fun classroom awaits her in the near future!

A fun few facts about Ms. Jen:

• She loves everything Pumpkin;
• She makes the best pumpkin bread!
• She loves dogs;
• She loves the sun;
• She spent one semester studying abroad…ask her where did she go?
• Flip flops are her favorite!
• She knows all the Disney Princess Movies;
• Her favorite place to visit is Disney land;
• We think that next to Christmas, Halloween is her favorite!

We are so glad to have Ms. Jen, she loves children and children sure love her! If you don’t know Ms. Jen, now you do! If you have had the pleasure to knowing Ms. Jen thru the years, you are lucky as are we to have her as one of the treasures that make Pigtails & Crewcuts a special place…a place where Beyond Great Haircuts, we become family!

IN STORE EVENT:

Story Time May 15th, at 11 am. This event is free to our customers. Please email us at mariettawestcobb@gmail.com to reserve your spot.  This event is appropriate for children ages 3 and up. Refreshments will be served.

The Daily Rounds Of A Hound – A New Children’s Picture Book

     The Daily Rounds of a Hound by Ed Payne and illustrated by Britt Sekulicis the tale of Molly Malone – an adorable mutt adopted from an animal shelter by a new family.

Once home, the family learns that Molly is carrying stowaways – a litter of nine pups. Molly has no pedigree, but takes her job as family pet seriously. She patrols the house, protects the kids and goes on secret missions (or does she?).

The Daily Rounds of a Hound is the first children’s picture book by Marietta, Georgia-based Ed Payne, an Emmy award- and Peabody award- winning journalist for CNN.

The book’s quirky rhyming style is inspired by the books we all grew up with. “While Molly’s story is a very personal one for my family, ultimately, it’s the story of everyone’s dog, our love for them and how much we get in return,” Payne said.

Faux Early Reviews:

“Four paws up!” – Doggie Digest

“A real tailwagger!” – Phydeaux Magazine

“I’m drooling for more!” – The Hound Monthly

“I kept this story on a short leash!” — The Daily Wag

The Daily Rounds of a Hound is available in the United States and internationally on Amazon.com in both
paperback and Kindle editions. U.S customers also can purchase the book, Molly Malone T-shirts and
plush toys at dailyroundsofahound.com

Dust off your tiara and pull that Cinderella or Belle costume out of the dress up trunk because National Princess Week is here, and Pigtails & Crewcuts Roswell can help!

National Princess Week was created last April when Academy Award-winning actress, Julie Andrews, joined forces with Target and The Walt Disney Company, to create a week when little girls across the country could “celebrate the sparkle and wonder of every princess — real, aspiring or imagined.” This year, it is April 22 through 26.

Pigtails & Crewcuts is the right place to make your little girl feel like a Princess not only this week, but anytime she needs to be pampered!  At Pigtails & Crewcuts, we can make your little girl feel like a Princess with our wonderful mini-manicure polish service, a Princess Braid or the perfect hair do!

Pigtails & Crewcuts is not only the best place to bring your little one for a great kids’ haircut, we do birthday parties as well! Yes, a Pretty Princess Party is part of our birthday party menu!

When children have their birthday parties at Pigtails & Crewcuts , the birthday girl gets a tiara and a princess sash and gets to sit at the head of the table. The spotlight is on her! We don’t just have a party, we create a memory to be shared with friends and family!

This week bring your Princess to Pigtails & Crewcuts to get the Royal Treatment and if she comes wearing her royal gown, she will get a free Princess Braid and $2.00 off her Princess Do!

Make this an excuse to spoil your little one…after all, they don’t stay little for long!

If you would like more information about Birthday Party Details, please click here!

Atlanta Dogwood Festival

April 19-21, 2013 in Piedmont Park

The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is Atlanta’s annual celebration of the blooming of its native dogwood trees. For more than 75 years, the Dogwood arts festival has filled Midtown Atlanta’s Piedmont Park with live music, arts and crafts, food booths and family-friendly activities. The Atlanta Dogwood Festival was ranked #35 by Sunshine Artist Magazine in their September 2012 issue featuring the best 200 fine arts festivals in the United States.

A juried art competition recognizes artistic achievement in such categories as sculpture, painting, jewelry and photography. The Kid’s Village features arts and crafts, face painting, rock climbing and huge inflatables that are sure to please kids of all ages.

Another highlight of the Atlanta Dogwood Festival is the U.S. Disc Dog Southern Nationals, a world-class competition starring the top Frisbee dogs in the nation. Musical entertainment at the Dogwood arts festival ranges from bluegrass and country to rock and soul. And food options include funnel cakes, kettle corn, gyros and more.

Dogwood Festival Admission Fees:
Admission is free

Dogwood Festival Location:
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is held at Piedmont Park, located near Piedmont Avenue and 10th St.

Dogwood Festival Contact Information
(404) 817-6642
www.dogwood.org
Piedmont Park Conservancy
(404) 875-7275
www.piedmontpark.org

Big Shanty Festival

At Pigtails & Crewcuts West Cobb we believe that together we can make a difference. We set out to create a business that would deliver beyond great kids’ haircuts. We made it part of our mission statement to make a difference, one kid’s haircut at the time!

This month is Breast Cancer Awareness month and we join in the effort. Our “Gone Pink for the Cure” campaing will be a success with your help.

We will donate 10% of our profits for the month of October  to the Susan G. Komen Foundation in support of their efforts to find a cure. You can help us by coming in and getting a haircut by 10/31/12. We love, love, love to create win/win/win situations. You win because your child gets a great haircut, women win because we donate to a cause that affects 1 in 11 women and we win because we get to make a difference.

Pigtails & Crewcuts West Cobb – Making a difference one kid’s haircuts at the time!

Special Offer for the Month of October!

Effective 10/1/12 and until 10/31/12 we will increase our customer referral fee to $5.00! The Program is very easy. All you have to do is tell your friends about us! Yes, that is it! When you friend joins our Pigtails & Crewcuts West Cobb and fills out a new customer sheet, they put your name as the referral source and you earned yourself $5.00 OFF your next haircut!

We will let you send you a note to let you know your friends are coming is and note your file. It is that simple! So let us show you the money when you help us spread the word! There is no limit to how many friends you can refer! Pigtails & Crewcuts;  beyond great haircuts it is the place where YOU become family!

Expert Stylists Share Summer Hair Care Tips

You don’t get a second shot at a “first.” At Pigtails & Crewcuts, we know just how important your child’s first haircut is, and we want to make it memorable for you and your family. That’s why we offer the first haircut package. For only $6, the first haircut package includes a keepsake frame and a photo of your child with his or her adorable new haircut, along with a lock of his or her soft hair. It’s perfect for displaying on a prominent shelf, or incorporating into your favorite scrapbook.

On a daily basis, we speak with parents who come in to watch their child get the first haircut, and they say they’re sad to see their kid transform into a “big boy” or “big girl.” They worry that those curls that sprung to life on their baby might straighten. Often, it’s true. With your child’s first haircut, you will watch as he or she magically morphs from a baby into a toddler, right before your eyes. And, it’s also true that those curls might become straight. But you’re leaving with a wonderful keepsake commemorating those first months and that soft baby hair.

At this kid-centric salon, we know that watching your child grow up can be hard. But we’re proud to be a part of one of many “firsts” in the lives your family.

We’re excited to introduce a new line at the salon called Original Sprout. Made with free and clean formulas, the hair products are created from oh-so-gentle organic botanicals to keep you and your children smelling and feeling naturally amazing. In fact, Original Sprout’s shampoos and body wash have the same pH as pure water, making them gentle to eyes, hair and skin.

We also love that a mom founded the company. Soon after Inga Tritt, a master stylist with professional experience, gave birth to her daughter, Maya, she committed to using only the safest, most natural baby shampoos and bath products on Maya’s soft skin and beautiful, thick hair. But she quickly learned that “natural” doesn’t always mean gentle, and was in a quandary about what products to purchase for her sensitive daughter.

A true entrepreneur, she decided to create her own ultra moisturizing bath and styling products. The line took off, and the rest is history.

We took a few minutes to speak with Original Sprout’s Mariela DeSantiago, and got the inside scoop on organics and the company’s wonderful line of products.

Why is organic important?

Organic is important largely in part because it’s free of pesticides, and, commonly, sustainable. That not only helps our farmers, but our future generations in preserving certain plant varieties that have amazing benefits.

Why should I change to an organic shampoo for my family?

As parents, we want to use only the safest products on our family. These products are free of pesticides, growth hormones, dairy and gluten to name a few ingredients, found in many cosmetics.

Beyond Great Haircuts for Kids! We are the hair experts!

Pigtails & Crewcuts Will Donate A Portion of April Proceeds to Benefit Autistic Children

April is autism awareness month, and for Pigtails & Crewcuts, that is a reminder that we can be the voice and helping hand to a whole community of individuals with special needs. This month, we’re donating part of the proceeds from our salons in Roswell and West Cobb to benefit non-profits that work with special needs children.

When we opened Pigtails & Crewcuts, our goal was to give kids and parents a top-rate salon experience, and never pass judgment. As a former social worker, I spent years working with children and know just how important it is to provide a supportive, friendly and fun environment, for everyone.

Today, many of our customers have autism, and our staff works tirelessly give them the best salon experience available. We begin by talking to the caregiver to understand what may set the child off, and what other sensitivities he or she may have. Often, autistic children are sensitive to noise, light or too much outside stimulation. We work hard to accommodate the child. Sometimes that means we open the store early so that it’s quiet during their haircut. Other times, we may turn off the TVs or the lights. We strive to do whatever it takes to create a pleasant experience for all of our visitors.

At Pigtails & Crewcuts, we are here to serve everyone and meet you wherever you may be. We understand that being a parent is tough, and adding a special-need component can make it super difficult at times. Our goal is to make one one thing—a haircut—a bit easier. You are family at Pigtails & Crewcuts, and while no child is perfectly behaved all the time, they are all perfect to us.