By Naomi Yaeger-Bischoff
Caption: Demetris Boyd is the owner of “Dis & Dat.” Her daughter, Dajã Norvell helps her sell the candy.
Love Baker will assist with bra
idingDemetris Boyd has opened a combination variety store and hair braiding service at 118. W. First St. She named it “D & D’s” or “Dis & Dat.” She said, “We sell ‘dis and we sell ‘dat.” The named coincides with the initials for her name and her daughter, Dajã Norvell, age 11. Dajã assists her in the store, especially selling the candy.
Boyd said she opened the store to help residents of Central Hillside who might need an household item like a sponge mop or an iron, and who don’t have the transportation to drive up to the Miller Hill area or want to take a two hour city bus trip. Her inventory changes every few days.
She has one wall that features handmade original crafts. Currently she had Native American artwork, including dream catchers which are priced less than similar artwork (by the same artist) on Canal Park Drive.
In the back there is a separate room for braiding. Boyd has 15 years experience braiding. Her hair braiding services can run from $10.00 to over $100.00 depending on the complexity of the design. Love Baker assists her with braiding. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. She also sells hair care products for African American hair. The store’s phone number is 218-727-1905.
