Yes I've had them and it was only about 4 weeks ago I had them removed.

I totally loved them, they take a lot of time to mature so don't expect beautiful dreads instantly.. it takes about 4-5mths. The hard part is waiting for them to mature, you get then done and they look fab and then after the first wash they look a mess but slowly slowly they start to look fab.

You don't need to go to somewhere to get them done, just do them yourself and save the $$. Simply section your hair, slightly back comb and twist and rip (my preferred styled) and don't ever ever use wax. Ever. Otherwise you could end up with mould problems, waxy candle looking dreads.

I had mine removed as they go so heavy and really miss them, I had to cut mine out as they were like so matured but other ppl have combined them out no worries.

If you have any questions why not join up a dreadlock forum site.

Good luck!

Oh and for the record my dreads NEVER smelt, I used bicarb power to wash them and apple cidar to condition them and they smelt beautiful.