tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19375449351241241982024-03-24T13:47:30.477-07:00Charms For a TrollThe ramblings of a troll and her pretty charm bracelets.Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-83163632138393317682015-07-04T21:13:00.002-07:002015-07-05T21:12:04.686-07:00Red, White and Blue. Happy 4th!Work has been exceedingly busy lately, so I was certainly looking forward to a nice long holiday weekend. Time to kick back and relax.<br />
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We started our celebrations a tad early on July 3rd, and allowed the trollings to stay up late to watch fireworks. Tonight however, we let off a few fireworks earlier in the day and put the trollings to bed at their usual time. It was funny to hear them going, "Pop! Pop!" every time they heard a firework go off, until they finally fell asleep.<br />
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I started wearing my bracelet a day early as well. I kept it simple, going with the old Red, White and Blue. The deep rich colors of the beads really appeal to me. Yesterday, I paired it with a red blouse and today, with my flag navy T-shirt. Playing around with beads to match outfits is definitely part of the fun of having these charm bracelets.<br />
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Do you coordinate your bracelets with your outfits?<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span> <br />
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Sparkly Sprockets</div>
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Trollbeads White Stripe</div>
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Sparkly Sprockets</div>
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Elfbeads Midnight Flame<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span> </div>
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Happy 4th of July!Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-49780947005811676122015-05-10T20:04:00.000-07:002015-07-04T21:15:01.734-07:00Mother's Day BangleFor Mother's Day this year, I knew I wanted to wear my lovely Pandora Circle of Love Bangle that I received last year. Initially I thought I would try and add my Dragon and Tiger dangles to represent my trollings, but 2 dangles on a bangle, just doesn't work for me.<br />
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Ohm Buttercup<br />
Novobeads Grapefruit Mini CZ*<br />
Pandora Circle of Love Bangle Clasp<br />
Novobeads Tropical Ice Mini CZ* <br />
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Disclosure: I was not given any gold for writing this post. I did
however receive samples of the beads marked with * (from Novobeads Fruit Punch Mini CZ Bundle). Everything else I
either looted off mobs or bought with my own gold.<br />
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The teachers at the Daycare my trollings attend, are wonderful and help the kids make wonderful Mother's Day gifts. The drawing above is part of a book, which had gems like, My mom is funny when "she laughs at my dad".<br />
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I didn't get to spend Mother's Day with my mom/mother-in-law, but had sent some gifts and made phone calls. The trollings were happy to wish them a Happy Mother's Day as well. My little Dragon baby wished Daddy a Happy Mother's Day too!<br />
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It has been a wonderful day. Hope it has been wonderful for you too.<br />
Happy Mother's Day!Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-27689661236602847132015-04-24T20:25:00.000-07:002015-05-10T20:04:14.329-07:00Violas and PansiesHot on the heels of Earth day comes Arbor Day. In the past at work, we have gotten pine tree seedlings. This year, we got violas and pansies. Not trees, but I think it is still in the spirit of Arbor Day.<br />
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According to <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arbor_Day" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Wikipedia</u></span></a> for the first Arbor Day:<br />
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<i>The priest don Ramón Vacas Roxo, which, according to
the chronicles, convinced of the importance of trees for health,
hygiene, decoration, nature, environment and customs, decides to plant
trees and give a festive air.</i></blockquote>
I'd have to say that the violas and pansies are quite beautifully decorative, don't you?<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span> <br />
Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly<br />
Trollbeads Translucent Flower <br />
Novobeads Pine Cone<br />
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This bracelet was thrown together just this morning as I was getting dressed for work. I knew I wanted my Translucent Flower, and it quickly attracted a butterfly. I could pretend to be clever and say that the pine cone is a nod to the previous pine tree seedlings we've gotten, but reality is that I thought it looked pretty there. I only thought of the connection to the pine tree seedlings after I sat down and starting writing this post. How very serendipitous.<br />
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Happy Arbor Day!Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-71003596496513411032015-04-22T20:34:00.000-07:002015-05-10T20:04:27.181-07:00Jelly Bean BraceletToday is Earth Day and National Jelly Bean Day. At work we celebrated this day by handing out jelly beans and having a lucky drawing for reusable lunch bags, LED bulbs and a Smart Power Strip (automatically shuts off when not in use).<br />
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Don't worry the cups containing the jelly beans are meant to be reused for future treats, to reduce packaging waste.<br />
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I thought it would be fun to design a Jelly Bean bracelet. I got this idea from a BeadThrilled forum member who had a beautiful bracelet inspired by Jelly Beans.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #ffd966;">Beads clockwise starting from Novobeads Nautilus Clasp</span></b></div>
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Novobeads Safety Chain</div>
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Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide</div>
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Trollbeads Purple Wave<br />
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Novobeads Key Lime Mini CZ*</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span><br />
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Trollbeads Red Symmetry<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span></div>
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Novobeads Tropical Ice Mini CZ*</div>
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span><br />
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Novobeads Lemon Drop Pebble<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span></div>
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Novobeads Pink Lemonade Mini CZ*</div>
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span><br />
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Trollbeads Unique<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span></div>
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Novobeads Blueberry Mini CZ*</div>
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span><br />
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Trollbeads Universal Unique<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span></div>
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Novobeads Grapefruit Mini CZ*</div>
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span>Trollbeads Turquoise Armadillo<br />
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Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide</div>
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Disclosure: I was not given any gold for writing this post. I did
however receive samples of the beads marked with * (Novobeads Fruit Punch Mini CZ Bundle). Everything else I
either looted off mobs or bought with my own gold.<br />
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It was nice to indulge in some treats while working. <br />
Happy Earth Day and National Jelly Bean Day!<br />
<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-34827789100442102372015-04-05T09:40:00.000-07:002015-04-22T20:40:19.689-07:00Easter BraceletI made this bracelet as a reminder of His sacrifice.<br />
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Black for His death and the Red for His blood, that ran from His brow from his crown of thorns and where the nails pierced His hands.<br />
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Gold for His Resurrection for which we celebrate!<br />
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Happy Easter!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span> <br />
Novobeads Lemon Drop Pebble Amber<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span> </div>
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Novobeads Grapefruit Mini CZ<br />
Ohm Get Nailed <br />
Novobeads Hematite<br />
Ohm Crown of Thorns<br />
Novobeads Sunrise Mini CZ<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span><br />
Novobeads Lemon Drop Pebble Amber<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Small silver stopper ("homemade")</span> <br />
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Matthew 28:5-6 (NIV)<br />
<span class="text Matt-28-5" id="en-NIV-24201"><sup class="versenum">5</sup></span>The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. <span class="text Matt-28-5" id="en-NIV-24201"><sup class="versenum">6</sup></span>He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. <br />
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<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-85531908769814826582015-04-03T21:24:00.000-07:002015-04-22T20:35:51.792-07:00My First FaerybeadsA couple of days ago, I got my very first Faerybeads. A Faerybead Leopard Lock and a beautiful Findë bracelet chain. I thought it would be fun to take a picture of the contents of my package as shown below. <br />
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1) Leopard Lock showcased in a white box with light teal ribbon<br />
2) Findë bracelet chain in a white pouch <br />
3) 5 beautiful "Thank You and Care of Faerybeads" cards and a Hagerty Mini Silver Cloth that came in a white envelope sealed with the Faerybeads logo. <br />
4) White pouch of 4 <a href="http://Findë bracelet chain" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Hopjes</u></span></a> sweets (Dutch sweets with slight coffee and caramel flavor)<br />
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Number 3 and 4 were a fun unexpected surprise. I'm currently enjoying one of the sweets while writing this post. <br />
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I first heard about Faerybeads from the <a href="http://www.beadthrilled.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Beadthrilled forum</u></span></a>
and oohed and aahed over the beauties. I finally bought my first
pieces when I fell head over hills in love with their Leopard Lock. The level of detail is amazing and it honestly doesn't even look like a lock. It's a statement piece!<i><br /></i><br />
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The Findë bracelet chain was on my wish-list and I back-ordered it when I pre-ordered the Leopard Lock. I was very happy to receive them both together. I had been having a hard time being patient, which got worse when I got the shipping confirmation and tracking number. Intellectually I knew it would take a while (my beauties had to travel all the way from Holland to the United States after all), but emotionally I was tapping my feet.<br />
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So here I am keeping things simple. Just two beads for my leopard to guard. I think she is happy in her new home.<br />
What do you think?<br />
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Novobeads Bronzed Pearl<br />
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Faerybeads Leopard Lock<br />
Novobeads Tortoiseshell Amber<br />
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Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-89146391089710720212015-03-13T12:50:00.000-07:002015-04-03T21:26:03.908-07:00St. Patrick's Day Bracelet<u>Irish Blessing</u><br />
May the Irish hills caress you,<br />
May her lakes and rivers bless you,<br />
May the luck of the Irish enfold you,<br />
May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you.<br />
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Novobeads Safety Chain</div>
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Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide</div>
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Novobeads Lemon Drop Pebble Amber<br />
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Ohm Beads Buttercup<br />
ThinkGeek Bling Mushroom<br />
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Trollbeads Sakura<br />
Novobeads Lemon Drop Pebble Amber<br />
Pandora Four-Leaf Clover, Fuschia Enamel<br />
Trollbeads Unique<br />
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By the grass, flowers and gold, I have a hat, perhaps it belonged to a wee leprechaun?<br />
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May you be touched by a bit o' Irish luck!<br />
Have a Happy St. Patrick's Day!<br />
<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-48884635760827352002015-02-13T12:15:00.000-08:002015-03-13T12:50:35.352-07:00Chinese New Year / Valentine's BraceletGong Xi Fa Chai! <i>(Mandarin)</i><br />
Kung Hei Fatt Choi! <i>(Cantonese)</i><br />
Keong Hee Huat Chai! <i>(Hokkien)</i><br />
Happy Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day!<br />
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This year Chinese New Year falls on February 19, fairly close to Valentine's Day. As such I thought it would be fun to design a combination that incorporates both elements. I chose to do what I consider CNY colours using my Amber and Mini CZ beads (of course Red works for Valentine's too!), while my Gold pendants and Silver beads represent Valentine's.<br />
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Novobeads Safety Chain</div>
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Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide</div>
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Novobeads Lemon Drop Pebble Amber<br />
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Ohm Beads Heart Print</div>
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Novobeads Grapefruit Mini CZ</div>
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Gold Heart 'L' Pendant<br />
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Ohm Beads Flame</div>
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Novobeads Sunrise Mini CZ</div>
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Trollbeads Hearts (Small)<br />
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Novobeads Eternity</div>
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Novobeads Sunset Mini CZ</div>
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Gold '21' Key Pendant<br />
Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide</div>
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The Gold '21' key belonged to my mother given by my grandmother when she turned 21. My mom in turn passed it down to me when I was of age. I actually have another gold '21' key pendant, from my dad, that I wear when I'm wearing this bracelet. Though I'm no longer 21 (much, much older), my parents still very much hold a key to my heart. Someday my little trolling will have those keys passed down to her.<br />
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May you have a wonderful Valentine's and a Happy Chinese New Year!Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-55099965144725356082015-02-09T11:10:00.000-08:002015-03-13T12:23:39.891-07:00A Simple Valentine's BangleHow do I love thee? Let me count the ways.<br />
I love thy breadth of choice in color and shape<br />
My hands itch and reach for the beads to create the perfect combination<br />
To grace my wrist that I may admire thee as I go about my day<br />
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Apologies to the readers for thoroughly mangling <a href="http://www.poets.org/poetsorg/poem/how-do-i-love-thee-sonnet-43"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Elizabeth Browning's Sonnet 43</u></span></a>.<br />
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I'm not exactly sure how time has slipped through my fingers and I find that it is now February, with Valentine's Day around the corner. Time to have fun with my beads.<br />
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I ended up deciding on a simple bangle combo.<br />
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Chamilia Disney Mickey Silhouette Black and White Murano (top)</div>
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Trollbeads White Heart (bottom)</div>
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Confession time. I bought this Bangle and the Mickey Murano last September (promotion for free bangle) and immediately put this combo together. I've worn it several times since then. I like it's simplicity and the little touch of red. This works for me for this Valentine's season. My little friends here seem to agree with me.<br />
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Bead play is never time wasted though. I did come up with a new bracelet combination that I'm happy with. Check back in a week.<br />
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What are you wearing for Valentine's this year?Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-76444443769906957012014-12-24T19:49:00.001-08:002015-02-09T11:11:16.634-08:00Merry Christmas!Twas the night before Christmas, when the trollings were in bed,<br />
Mama Troll was relaxing and playing World of Warcraft instead,<br />
All the presents were wrapped and placed under the tree,<br />
Everything done, all this time just for me!<br />
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Visiting family and having a glorious time. Just a quick note to share some holiday cheer and my Christmas Bracelet.<br />
Merry Christmas everyone! <br />
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Novobeads Safety Chain</div>
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Trollbeads Mistletoe</div>
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Sea Urchin</div>
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Trollbeads Unique<br />
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Novobeads Sunset Mini CZ<br />
Trollbeads Mountain Flower<br />
Trollbeads Porcupine<br />
Trollbeads Christmas Rose<br />
Trollbeads Unique<br />
Novobeads Eternity<br />
Ohm Beads Buttercup<br />
Trollbeads Snowball<br />
Trollbeads Unique <br />
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<b>Luke 2:14</b> Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men<br />
<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-20669411703119282882014-12-08T14:40:00.000-08:002014-12-24T19:49:49.871-08:00Trollbeads Share a Christmas Card 2014I heard about the <a href="http://www.trollbeads.com/global/en-us/events/share-a-christmas-card-2014"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Trollbeads Share a Christmas Card</u></span></a> event sometime in the middle of November, and promptly signed up for it. I thought it was a great idea, and I've always loved stamps from different countries. As an added bonus, gifts can be won every day in December.<br />
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I received my addresses not long after, and I had all good intentions of getting my cards out early. Of course, it being the holiday season, with Thanksgiving coming up, I was busy and ended up putting it off for later. After coming back from visiting relatives for Thanksgiving, I was greeted with some lovely cards.<br />
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Well, obviously I was far too slow and need to get my card out! Where did the time go? So I went online and uploaded my picture and proceeded to make my card. I finished it, got an email confirmation saying that my order would be ready the next day after 3 pm.<br />
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I head to the store after work, and "Bah, Humbug!" it was not ready yet. Too many people printing out holiday cards. Instead of just visiting the store everyday, I just called to check each day. I did finally get them, and mailed them this morning! Hooray!<br />
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So here I am sharing the card I made with all of you as well. I personalized the card a little more at the back of the card to each Troll friend. Merry Christmas everyone!<br />
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<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-84859732228620204732014-10-31T14:53:00.001-07:002014-12-08T14:41:22.845-08:00Happy Halloween!It's Halloween! Time to dress up. Time to hand out candy. Time to have fun. So for most of this month, I had been wearing my <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/10/novobeads-jack-o-lantern-review.html"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Great Pumpkin Bracelet</u></span></a> but on Halloween itself I was probably going to be a witch or a pirate and wanted something that would blend in a little more.<br />
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I also knew I wanted to use my Trollbeads Inner Glow beads and this is what I came up with. Incidentally, this is also my first time wearing a full bracelet. I do wish I had more Halloween themed beads, and more dark colored beads, but that will come in time.<br />
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What are you dressing up as this Halloween? Is your bracelet designed to match your outfit?<br />
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<b><span style="color: #ffd966;">Beads clockwise starting from Novobeads Maple Leaf Clasp</span></b></div>
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Novobeads Safety Chain</div>
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Novobeads Electric Anchor Slide</div>
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Novobeads Citron Mini CZ</div>
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Sparkly Sprockets</div>
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Novobeads Beer Stein*</div>
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Trollbeads Tower</div>
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Trollbeads Angles Triangles</div>
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Small silver stopper ("homemade")</div>
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Trollbeads Inner Glow</div>
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Novobeads Jack O' Lantern*</div>
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Novobeads Indigo Horizon Mini CZ</div>
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Novobeads White and Clear Macaroon*</div>
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Novobeads Indigo Horizon Mini CZ</div>
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Novobeads Pirate*</div>
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Trollbeads Inner Glow</div>
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Small silver stopper ("homemade")</div>
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Trollbeads Fairy</div>
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Trollbeads Tower</div>
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Trollbeads Autumn Splendor</div>
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Sparkly Sprockets</div>
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Novobeads Hushed Forest Mini CZ</div>
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Novobeads Electric Anchor Slide</div>
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Disclosure: I was not given any gold for writing this post. I did however receive samples of the bead marked with *. Everything else I either looted off mobs or bought with my own gold.<br />
<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-47652891701345605102014-10-23T12:59:00.001-07:002014-10-31T14:53:38.869-07:00Novobeads Jack O' Lantern ReviewOctober is one of my favorite months. Mainly for the lovely fall colors and Halloween. During this time, I have in the past indulged in carving pumpkins of my own design.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">2003 Pumpkin Carving</span></i></div>
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With that in mind, I went and pulled out my Novobeads Jack O' Lantern charm. I figured it would be fun to have a simple bracelet honoring the Great Pumpkin. Oh? You've never heard of the Great Pumpkin?<br />
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"<i>On Halloween night, the Great Pumpkin rises out of his pumpkin patch and flies through the air with a bag of toys for all the children."</i></div>
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Voila! And here is my Great Pumpkin rising from his Pumpkin Patch.<br />
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I did however receive samples of the Novobeads Jack O' Lantern and Pumpkin Silk Wrap. Everything else, I either looted off mobs or bought with my own gold.<br />
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Markings:</span> The 925 metal stamp denoting sterling silver is on the bottom-right of the frowny face Jack O' Lantern, with the Novobeads symbol below the 925 stamp.<br />
<a href="http://silverajewelry.com/"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Joe Silvera</u></span></a> is the artist who designed this fun and quirky charm.<br />
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So the thing I love about this charm is the fact that one side has a Smiley Jack O' Lantern while the other side has a Frowny Jack O' Lantern. Depending on my mood when I put him on, I may or may not have him smiling. I have to say in general, I tend to have a fondness for the grumpy face. This is not to say that I am a grump on a regular basis, but I am a troll after all.<br />
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** Measurements are based on my not so scientific ruler and eyeball.<br />
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I really like the detailing on this charm as well. In my opinion it does a great job capturing the likeness of the pumpkin. Just look at the lovely stem.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Large diameter hole making it compatible with other charm bracelet brands.<br />
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> I am very fond of my little Jack O'Lantern. I've been wearing it all month so far and I'm even contemplating purchasing another one, so I can have one face smiling and the other frowning on the same bracelet.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Novobeads Citron Mini CZ, Jack O' Lantern, Hushed Forest Mini CZ</span></i></div>
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<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-41152166442457909692014-10-03T13:06:00.000-07:002014-10-23T13:00:16.684-07:00Pandora Dragon Dangle ReviewMy mother and son were both born in the year of the Water Dragon. As such, I had been on the lookout for a dragon charm. I instantly fell in love with the Pandora Dragon Dangle when I saw it, as I felt that it captured the fluidity of a Water Dragon. This Dragon Dangle is a Chinese Dragon and not an European Dragon.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Water Dragon</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Image found from <a href="http://commonground.ca/2012/01/year-of-the-water-dragon/"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">http://commonground.ca/2012/01/year-of-the-water-dragon/</span></a></span></i></div>
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The Pandora Dragon Dangle was initially released as Limited Edition in Asia in 2012 celebrating the Chinese New Year (Silver and Two-toned). Then in 2013 the Silver Dragon Dangle was re-released in the US as part of the Chinese Zodiac Dangles. However, the Dragon Dangle wasn't meant to stay for too long. It was recently retired Summer of 2014.<br />
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When I heard about the retirement, I quickly snapped it up, and I am glad I did. I really love this dangle.<br />
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Disclosure: I was not give any gold for writing this post. I did however receive samples of the Novobeads Tropical Ice Mini CZ, Twilight Silk Wrap and White & Clear Macaroon. Everything else, I either looted off mobs or bought with my own gold.<br />
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Markings:</span> The S925 metal stamp denoting sterling silver is on the "top" side of the ring that connects to the dangle while the ALE (for Algot Enevoldsen -- father of Pandora founder) is located on the "bottom" side of the ring.<br />
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Dimensions:</span> <b><span style="color: #9fc5e8;">5 mm</span></b> diameter hole (threaded) in charm holder ring<br />
8 mm diameter of charm holder ring<br />
4 mm depth of Dragon<br />
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** Measurements are based on my not so scientific ruler and eyeball.<br />
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The Dragon dangle is not just flat on the back. In the pictures below you can see his features clearly defined on the back. The left side view shows his lovely spines and his snout (round in the middle) that peeks out. The right side view his spines and his adorable foot. Interestingly enough this poor dragon only has 2 feet instead of 4, so in a sense the dangle is still somewhat 2 dimensional.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Large diameter hole making it compatible with other charm bracelet brands.<br />
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<td><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Worn with Pandora Sterling Silver Bracelet with Crazy Clips</span></i></td>
<td><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Reusing the picture I took for my <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/07/novobeads-silk-wraps-review.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><u>Novobeads Silk Wrap Review</u></span></a></span></i></td>
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> I highly recommend this Dragon Dangle. I think it looks absolutely lovely. I just wish it hadn't been retired so quickly. As it is, my local dealers no longer carry this charm.<br />
<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-46099629166769468702014-09-19T13:44:00.000-07:002014-10-03T13:06:47.031-07:00Novobeads Pirate Charm ReviewAhoy matey! Let me tell you about this lovely treasure I found in me latest treasure huntin' excursion. Ain't she a beaut. Truly worthy of adorning me wrist. <br />
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<td><b>Disclosure:</b> I was not given any gold for writing this post. I did however receive samples of t' Novobeads Pirate, Beer Stein and Black Silk Wrap. Everything else, I either pillaged or plundered or bought with me own gold.
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I heard about t' Dread Ship Vazuvius at t' Timeless Isle and her
treasure filled holds, and embarked on an adventure to conquer and make
her treasure me own. Tis' a tale o' its own, how some pirate friends and
I summoned the Dread Ship Vazuvius and battled her. It was no easy
task, but at last her defenses were broken and we boarded her. I filled
me bags with gold, and found a map marking a spot on t' shores o' the
Timeless Isle.<br />
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The map I didn't share as I viewed it as me share o' the plunder. I quietly left the ship and went digging and look what I found!<br />
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I cleaned her up and inspected her to determine her value. Arr... a lovely clear crystal eye patch winkin' back at me.<br />
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Markings:</span> I noted the Novobeads symbol and 925 metal stamp denoting sterling silver on her back.<br />
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I did a little more research and discovered <a href="http://jamieparkdesigns.tumblr.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #76a5af;"><u>Jimin Park</u></span></a> as being the designer. Aye a worthy find!<br />
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Dimensions:</span> 12 mm wide (along the bracelet), 8 mm deep, 12 mm high<br />
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From the pictures you can see that t' side holes are in t' shape of a snowman.<br />
The side hole is <span style="color: #9fc5e8;"><b>5 mm</b></span> wide and 7 mm high.<br />
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** Measurements are based on my not so scientific ruler and eyeball.<br />
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<td><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Back View</i></span></td>
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Large diameter hole making it compatible with other charm bracelet brands.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> Hole can be too large. If ye look at t' side view, ye can see t' hole looks like a little snowman. Perhaps this pirate was killed by a spear through his helmet and head. Because o' the additional small hole on the top, this allows t' large ring end of the bracelet to slide through as shown below. As such, do <b>NOT</b>, I repeat do <b>NOT </b>wear this bead on the <b>end </b>of bracelets with ring ends. I recommend using stoppers or having other beads for the ends.This is not an issue if ye be wearing it on bracelets with built in clasps.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">See how the large ring end can slide right through?</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Me Pirate Bracelet</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> I love me treasure find. Her crystal eye patch do be adding just a little extra shine to yer wrist. I also love t' fine detail of her teeth. I am however not fond o' the too large opening, as it makes it far too easy to drop 'er while doing bead play.<br />
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Hope me treasure huntin' tale kept ye amused. Happy Talk Like a Pirate Day!<br />
Are ye talking like a Pirate today?<br />
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<b><span style="color: #ffe599;">From Left to Right, Top to Bottom:</span></b></div>
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Trollbeads Inner Glow</div>
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Trollbeads Florence<br />
<span style="color: #ffe599;">Novobeads Pirate</span></div>
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Trollbeads Milan<br />
Trollbeads Inner Glow<br />
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<i>Worn on Novobeads Black Silk Wrap</i></div>
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<b><span style="color: #ffe599;">Clockwise from top:</span></b></div>
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Sea Urchin</div>
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Novobeads Beer Stein<br />
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Trollbeads Milan<br />
Trollbeads Joyful<br />
Trollbeads Small and Beautiful Unique<br />
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<span style="color: #ffe599;">Novobeads Pirate</span></div>
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Novobeads Eternity<br />
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Novobeads Electric Anchor Slide<br />
Novobeads Safety Chain<br />
Novobeads Nautilus Clasp<br />
Novobeads Electric Anchor Slide<br />
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<i>Worn on Novobeads Silver Bracelet</i><br />
<i>I have my mini "homemade" silver stoppers around each grouping to keep them at their stations.</i></div>
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<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-76500531146319435352014-08-29T13:58:00.000-07:002014-10-03T12:00:54.294-07:00Screw, Nut, Beer and Radioactive WasteWhat could possibly go wrong?<br />
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<td>Screw. Check.<br />
Nut. Check<br />
Beer. Check<br />
Radioactive Waste. Hmm...</td>
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<td>Tighten the nut,<br />
loosshen the screw, right?<br />
Or was it the other way around? ... hic!<br />
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Oh, umm... ish it shupposed to glow like that?</td>
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<td>Red Alert! Red Alert!
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<td>Oh no! The lights blew out!</td>
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<td>She's Going to Blow!</td>
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<td>Ow! My heart hurts!<br />
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Oh Hey! That's pretty!<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Ohm Beads Screw Me</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Trollbeads Inner Glow</span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Novobeads Beer Stein</span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Trollbeads Inner Glow </span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Ohm Beads Go Nuts! </span></i></div>
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Disclosure: I was not give any gold for writing this post. I did however receive the Novobeads Beer Stein as a sample. Everything else, I either looted off mobs or bought with my own gold.<br />
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<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-19364949909388077992014-08-22T21:12:00.000-07:002014-08-29T13:58:39.351-07:00TrollBeads Bracelet and Flower Lock ReviewCharms For a Troll. Makes sense that I would own a Trollbeads bracelet then doesn't it? Good thing that I do actually love Trollbeads too. So here goes my review on my Trollbeads bracelet.<br />
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The picture below is my first Trollbeads haul err... bracelet and beads purchase. I can't actually wear it like that as the beads made the bracelet far too small to close around my wrist. I took this picture for record keeping and didn't give much thought into bead placement, but it still looks quite pretty to me.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">My first Trollbeads Bracelet</span></i></div>
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<b><span style="color: #ffe599;">From left to right:</span> </b>All beads are Trollbeads</div>
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Flower Lock, Beige Bubbles, Purple Wave,</div>
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Uniques (7), Unique Small and Beautiful, Unique,<br />
White Stripe, Unique, White Flower,<br />
White Heart, Purple Wave, Beige Bubbles</div>
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A bit of background on how I discovered Trollbeads. I had initially started my collection with a <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/05/think-geek-european-style-bracelet-with.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>ThinkGeek bracelet</u></span></a>. They didn't have a wide selection of charms and I started poking around on the internet to see what my other options were. There was Pandora of course, and various other jewelry store brands and then I found Trollbeads and starting reading about them.<br />
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Sometime later, I stumbled upon a going out of business sale at Trollbeads At The Commons (too bad they had to close -- very nice people from my limited experience with them). The beads looked so pretty that I pounced on them. And then, while I was hemming and hawing over my choices, some beads disappeared from my cart, so I hurriedly purchased what I had chosen. Quite a haul from my impulse purchase.<br />
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<b><u>Bracelet</u></b><br />
The Trollbeads bracelet is a sterling silver foxtail chain, <b><span style="color: #9fc5e8;">3 mm</span></b> in diameter. One end has a simple oval loop on which to slide the beads over and the other end has a larger round ring (6 mm in diameter).<br />
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Now a slight quirk with purchasing Trollbeads bracelets. The bracelet length given is the length of the bracelet + 2 cm lock. Some locks are longer than others so do keep that in mind if you are purchasing a bigger lock.<br />
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This is my 6.7 inch / 17 cm bracelet. As you can see it is really a 15 cm chain.<br />
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But voila, add a lock and now it is 17.3 cm. The flower lock is a little over 2 cm.<br />
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Markings:</span> You can see the Trollbeads metal stamp 925S (Sterling silver) and LAA on the round loop end of the chain. I heard that the LAA stands for <a href="http://www.trollbeads.com/united-states/en-us/designers/1" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Lise Aagaard</u></span></a>.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> All competing brand beads fit on this chain. The oval loop on the end is 3 mm as well, so everything fits.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Extremely strong sturdy chain. This chain was made without soldering any parts. Don't ask me how they do it as I have no clue. I really love how it feels.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Doesn't stretch. Unlike snake style chains that stretch over time, I never have to worry that my Trollbeads bracelet will get too loose.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Love how there is nothing for beads to get caught in. I do not like it when my beads get caught in the threads on my <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/06/mothers-day-2014-pandora-bangle.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Pandora bangle</u></span></a> or leather bracelet. Same with my <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/05/think-geek-european-style-bracelet-with.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>ThinkGeek bracelet</u></span></a> where the beads can get caught in the clasp area.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro/</span><span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> You will need to buy a lock to go with it, as it is not wearable without a lock. On the bright side, you can customize with whichever lock you wish. I only own one Trollbeads lock at this time, but have worn this bracelet with my Novobeads clasp.<br />
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<b><u>Flower Lock</u></b><br />
This sweet Trollbeads Flower Lock is made of sterling silver and was designed by <a href="http://www.trollbeads.com/united-states/en-us/designers/1" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Lise Aagaard</u></span></a>. <br />
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I initially thought the flowers on the lock were merely generic flowers. Turns out after reading the description, that the flowers are Hydrangeas. I was so used to seeing Hydrangeas in clusters that it simply did not click, until I looked closer at the individual flowers.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Annabelle Hydrangea from my Garden</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Dimensions:</span> 2.3 cm long, 1.05 cm tall, 0.8 cm deep<br />
Measurements are not official, just what I measured using a ruler.<br />
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You'll note that the flowers on each side are not identical. On one side, one of the petals is very much smaller than the others.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">4 Different Sides of the Flower Lock</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Markings:</span> The Trollbeads metal stamp 925S (Sterling silver) and LAA are on the bottom arm of the Lobster clasp.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">LAA and 925S Metal Stamp</span></i></div>
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One end of the lock (the smaller side) is a simple spring mechanism whereby you just push on the lower arm and it goes in. This part is where you hook the oval loop of the bracelet onto the lock. The other end of the lock is simply the stylized lobster clasp which you use to hook onto the larger round ring of the bracelet when you want to wear the bracelet.<br />
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<i>*Now you might have noticed in my pictures that there is what looks
like a little wire sticking out. I'm pretty sure that that is a defect
on my lock, so you shouldn't see it on normal locks. As you know, I
bought this lock during a closing sale as mentioned above. When I
received it, and noticed the defect I contacted Trollbeads At The
Commons and asked if I could send it back to get a replacement. As it
was a closing sale, they had sold out of the Flower Lock. They very
generously offered to refund me the cost of the lock and informed me
that I should be able to go to a local Trollbeads dealer and have them
do an even exchange.</i><br />
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<i>I declined their generous offer as it
didn't seem right for me keep the lock for free. It still works and
really it is not really all that noticeable. At this point having worn
it regularly for quite awhile, there are a few dings and scratches so
I'm sure it is no longer eligible for an exchange.</i><br />
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I quite like this lock. It's not very ornate, but I find it very elegant in its simplicity. I usually wear mini combos and if I'm wearing a combo with a dangle than the lock is on top for me to admire.<br />
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Other times, it is on the bottom for when I have combos that I like on top. Since the lock tends to lay flat it is very comfortable when it is on the bottom. Especially for work where I do a lot of typing on the keyboard. <br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> I love that it is a decorative lock. Allows for customization of the bracelet.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> To me this lock seems quite sturdy. I don't have other Trollbeads locks at this point in time, so I cannot say how it compares to the others. However, in comparison to other lobster clasp bracelets I've worn in the past this is indeed a strong lock.<br />
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If you own this lock and others, can you let me know how it compares? <br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> Putting on the bracelet can be a bit challenging. This is true of lobster clasp bracelets, since you have to pull back on the lever to open it, so that you can hook it to the other end. I find it especially hard when I've just cut my nails as it then digs into the soft tissue of my thumb (what I usually use) when pulling back the lever.<br />
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I pretty much wear bracelets all the time prior to discovering Trollbeads so this wasn't something unexpected.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> This may have been a fluke or perhaps due to my slightly defective lock, but I did on one occasion have the bracelet come off the lock and fall off.<br />
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I believe the lobster clasp opening/gap was a little too wide, thus allowing the ring to slip off when the bracelet got caught on something. I was putting my trolling into the carseat when that happened. I pushed the head of the lock against the table to narrow the opening (added a minor dent to my lock) and now I always wear a safety chain with my bracelet. Of course, since I've started wearing a safety chain, I haven't had the lock fail me at all. <br />
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From what I've heard it's quite rare for a lock to fail. Most people haven't had any issues and wear it just fine without a safety chain. Along that same vein, I also wear stoppers on the ends of my bracelet. I'm rather paranoid about having beads roll off.<br />
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> I love my Trollbeads Bracelet and Flower Lock. It's comfortable, pretty, strong and it fits all brands of beads. Which is perfect for me since I mix and match indiscriminately. <br />
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Here it is in action with a Pandora Dragon dangle thrown into the mix. <br />
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Small Silver Stopper ("homemade")</div>
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Trollbeads Fairy<br />
Trollbeads White Heart<br />
Pandora Dragon Dangle<br />
Trollbeads White Flower<br />
Trollbeads Angles Triangles<br />
Small Silver Stopper ("homemade")</div>
<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-32966628181545192382014-08-13T14:29:00.000-07:002014-08-22T21:12:20.846-07:00SOL - Tree of Life Antique Silver Finish Bangle ReviewSome days, I just want something simple and light. Or when I'm in a hurry and don't want to have to worry too much about coordinating my charms. That's when I go for bangles or simple silver bracelets. Today I happen to be wearing the Novobeads SOL Tree of Life Bangle<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Disclosure:</b> I was not given any gold for writing this post. I did however receive this SOL Tree of Life Antique Silver Finish Bangle and the Novobeads Wild Rose Silk Wrap as a sample.
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Apparently expandable wire bangles (made popular by Alex and Ani) are all the rage these days. I've seen similar looking bangles in several stores, and had been contemplating getting one. So I was pretty pleased when I received the SOL (Signs of Life) Tree of Life Bangle sample.<br />
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No, the box doesn't come with two bangles, I just thought it looked better with the bangle in each picture. The bangle comes in a reclosable plastic bag inside the box. I do store my bangle in that bag when I know I won't be wearing it for awhile. I figured it would help to reduce tarnishing.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #ffd966;">Dimensions:</span></b> The bangle is oval and is 6.5 cm long across and 5.8 cm from top to bottom.<br />
The Tree of Life dangling charm is 20 mm in diameter and 2 mm thick, while the smaller Recycle and SOL logo charms are 6 mm in diameter and 1 mm in thick.<br />
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I really love SOL's interpretation of the Tree of Life. To me the twisted rope border represents the twisted roots of the tree in the soil below. The oxidation really shows the details quite nicely. I was also pleased to discover the sunburst etched look at the back of the charm. Much more interesting than if they had just left it blank. The backs of the smaller charms are left blank.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Front and Back of Tree of Life Charm</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Recycle and SOL logo charms</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Comes in a cute little box which is perfect for gifting. I also like the little blurb in the insert of the box that explains what the sign represents.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Oval shaped. This makes the bangle very comfortable as it conforms to the shape of your wrist. Although I personally haven't really found circular bangles to be uncomfortable. Additionally since the charms are flat, the charms do not dig into your wrist when typing.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Affordable. In general, less than a cost of a charm bead, unless you get a good sales deal when buying a charm bead.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Made from recycled metal (hence the inclusion of the little recycle charm) and is lead and nickel free.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> Since it is just plated with a silver finish, the coating will wear off with time, revealing a copper tone underneath.<br />
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I tried to capture a picture showing this, but colors can be tricky especially as the copper color is rather faint. If you look at the loops connecting the top and bottom of the bangle, you can see the silver finish has rubbed off a little.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Rubbed off silver finish with copper undertone</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Adjustable width. This is true of all types of expandable wire bangles. I have small wrists and when I first put this on, it was far too big. I compressed it several times, bending and shaping it a little until I was happy with the fit. I squished it to be about 6.3 cm (from 6.5 cm) across and 5.2 cm (from 5.8 cm) from top to bottom.<br />
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Unfortunately I should have been a little more careful when I was compressing it, and there are little nicks showing the copper tone underneath.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Nicks on Bangle</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> The charm jump rings are not welded shut. Not sure how likely it is for the charm to get caught on something and come off but it is something to note.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> This bangle is not made to allow additions of charms. It is to be worn as is. I suppose technically you could use a pair of pliers and add a jump ring to a charm and add it on if desired.<br />
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> I like these bangles. I think they are fun and I think they'll look gorgeous stacked. I only own one right now, so alas no pictures of me wearing them stacked. I do however have a picture of it with a silk wrap. I think it looks quite pretty like this. The bangle also comes in an Antique Gold Finish.<br />
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Remember though, this is not fine jewelry so you will see the plating come off with use as mentioned above. As usual, here are some pictures of the bangle in action. Enjoy!<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Hanging out on the front porch enjoying the warm weather</span></i></div>
Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-18469999215420431802014-07-31T10:53:00.000-07:002014-08-13T14:29:44.806-07:00In honor of World Trollbeads Day IIOne more day before World Trollbeads Day 2014. The excitement builds and I've heard that the special bead will be extremely trollish and was designed by <a href="http://www.trollbeads.com/united-states/en-us/designers/2" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Søren Nielsen</u></span></a> the original designer of Trollbeads. <br />
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<a href="http://www.charmsaddict.com/2014/07/trollbeads-day-contest-giveaway/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>CharmsAddict</u></span></a> has a giveway for this special occasion and I posted my entry picture a couple days ago. Well, since it looks like you can enter more than once, I decided to post another picture.<br />
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The bracelet represents my daughter. Her favorite color is Purple and she loves butterflies and flowers like most little girls do. Hearts of course represent love.<br />
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I had fun with a more subtle symmetry in this bracelet, with a flower silver and a glass bead heart on the left and a glass bead flower and silver hearts on the right.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Mountain Flower</span></i></div>
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Wish me luck in the drawing tomorrow. Hope I win! Ahh just saw a leak of the picture. It's very cool and very trollish. Alas, I'm out of bead funds right now, so will just have to depend on lady luck to throw one my way.Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-12848998149444658712014-07-29T07:50:00.001-07:002014-07-31T10:54:23.728-07:00In honor of World Trollbeads DayOn August 1st Trollbeads will be celebrating their first World Trollbeads Day. To commemorate the occasion, Trollbeads is releasing a special Limited Edition Silver Bead. Currently it is all hush, hush and kept under wraps with a few hints dropped on Snapchat.<br />
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Official info:<br />
<a href="http://www.trollbeads.com/global/en-us/events/trollbeads-day-2014"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>http://www.trollbeads.com/global/en-us/events/trollbeads-day-2014</u></span></a><br />
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Anyhoo, <a href="http://www.charmsaddict.com/2014/07/trollbeads-day-contest-giveaway/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>CharmsAddict</u></span></a> currently has a giveaway (LE charm, leather bracelet and clasp) sponsored by Trollbeads in honor of this occasion. Well, here's my entry photo that I used.<br />
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I often find little fuzzy green caterpillars in my broccoli that I buy from the farmer's markets. I'm rather fond of the little fellas and sometimes stick them in a jar with some broccoli leaves and watch them eat, poop, spin a cocoon and eventually become a Cabbage White Butterfly!<br />
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So, on this bracelet are my two little caterpillars who met while munching on the same leaf and fell in love.<br />
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Just for fun, after creating my bracelet, I googled caterpillar images and found these cuties. Guess my imagined caterpillars aren't that outlandish after all.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Image found from <a href="http://www.buzzle.com/articles/information-about-the-cecropia-moth.html"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">http://www.buzzle.com/articles/information-about-the-cecropia-moth.html</span></a></span></i></div>
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Wish me luck in that I will win in the drawing. That's as close to the festivities as I'm going to be able to get as I won't be able to visit a local retailer on that day. Hope you are all having fun with World Trollbeads Day too!<br />
<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-37499474118515937922014-07-25T20:31:00.000-07:002014-08-11T09:21:21.170-07:00Novobeads Silk Wraps ReviewLight, airy and oh so beautiful. An alternative to metal or leather bracelets and a pop of color never hurts as well. Fun and flirty, I think it has a lovely Bohemian look to it.<br />
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Cinnamon Red</div>
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<b>Disclosure:</b> I was not given any gold for writing this post. I did however receive samples of the Silk Wraps, SOL Tree of Life Bangle and the following beads: Key Lime Mini CZ, Pink Lemonade Mini CZ, White & Clear Macaroon, Spring Green CZ and Apricot Crystal. Everything else, I either looted off mobs or bought with my own gold.
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I gravitated towards the Wild Rose Silk Wrap first. It's summer and I happened to be wearing a soft pink shirt and an olive skirt that day. I decided to try it plain and stacked it with a SOL Tree of Life Bangle. I think it looks very pretty plain. The crinkly silk and tie dye colors appeal to the gypsy in me.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Novobeads Wild Rose Silk Wrap and SOL Tree of Life Bangle</span></i></div>
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The pink and green in this wrap brought to mind fairies and gardens, so I tried my Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly along with some beads for an added pop and voila! I've put in some knots around my Fantasy Butterfly to give it some space from the beads and to add an interesting texture.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Front and Back View of Novobeads Wild Rose Silk Wrap</span></i><br />
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Some of you might be a little leery of trusting your lovely beads to flimsy silk fabric. I personally find it not to be an issue. The silk is wrapped tightly around the wrist so there is no fear of it falling off. I've also double knotted the ends and find that to be quite secure. In fact it takes me a bit of time to undo the knot when I want to take it off at night.<br />
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Dimensions:</span> 36 inches long, 1 inch wide that tapers off at the ends.<br />
In general, this means that the wrap goes around the wrist 3 - 4 times with some extra slack to tie on the end.<br />
For me, I found that I was able to get the wrap to go up to 5 times around my wrist depending on how many beads I have on.<br />
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Materials:</span> Silk, Sterling silver (Novobeads Signature N mini charm)<br />
<span style="color: #ffd966;">Markings:</span> 925 stamp at the back of the Signature N mini charm<br />
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Each silk wrap comes with a cute little mini charm bearing the Novobeads Signature N. I think it is adorable and like to wear it right next to my closing knot. The charm is on a little jump ring and can be easily taken off. I typically take it off while putting on beads and wrapping it around my wrist. I then slip the little charm on right before I tie the knot. Of course if you don't like it, you can leave it off altogether.<br />
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On a whim, I tried putting the mini-charm on a Novobeads silver bracelet, and found that it fits. Barely. I actually wouldn't recommend doing that and it was somewhat annoying to work it on and off the silver bracelet.<br />
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So how do you put it on? Well, there's this handy dandy video -> <span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><a class="" data-reactid=".50.1:3:1:$comment623314377721125_6142905:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1:$comment-body.0.$range0:0" dir="ltr" forcediv="true" forceinline="true" href="http://youtu.be/6D5UDEsla18" original_target="http://youtu.be/6d5udesla18" rel="nofollow" saprocessedanchor="true" target="_blank" verdict_1d6chb4="OK"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>http://youtu.be/6D5UDEsla18</u></span></a>.</span><br />
You will note that the lady in the video knotted the ends of the bead group. That makes it much easier when tying the silk wrap on and keeping the beads in position. I don't necessarily want the knotted look so it gets a little bit more challenging when tying up the wrap without knots but it can be done!<br />
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I also like to tuck in the ends of my knot, but you may decide you like it hanging loose better.<br />
Look ma! No knots! To hold the beads in place that is. There's still a knot at the back to make sure it doesn't all come loose and fall off.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Novobeads White and Clear Macaroon, Pandora Dragon Dangle</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Front and Back View of Novobeads Twilight Silk Wrap</span></i></div>
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Just for fun I tried experimenting with a few more different ways of wearing the Silk Wraps.
I find the Silk Wraps are great for showcasing just a few beads. Or in this case I'm showcasing a clasp.
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First I thread the wrap through the smaller clasp opening and center it in the middle of the wrap. Then I thread the two ends of the wrap through the bigger clasp opening. This makes a doubled-over wrap circle, which I then slip my hand through. I then take one end to wrap around on the right and the other end to wrap around on the left and knot it at the back.
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Novobeads Cinnamon Red Silk Wrap and Maple Leaf Clasp</span></i><br />
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Fooling around with yet another way to wear the wrap. I find though that when I have my hand hanging down, sometimes the "dangle" stands up at an angle, which might not quite be the look I'm going for. So perhaps this style would look prettier as a necklace.</div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Novobeads Spring Green CZ, White & Clear Macaroon, Apricot Crystal</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Front and Back View of Novobeads Cinnamon Red Silk Wrap</span></i></div>
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After wearing it you'll notice that the wrap gets all scrunched up especially where your knots were. To get it to spring right back into shape, I merely wet the wrap in the scruched up parts and lay it out flat (shaping it a bit) to dry.</div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Very light and very comfortable. I work in front of a keyboard all day and love how there is nothing to bother me on the underside of my wrist.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Can be worn as a necklace. I've always liked ribbon chokers so I thought it would be fun to try the silk wrap as a choker. Here I've actually folded the wrap in half before threading the beads through, and that left me just enough to tie it off at the back. I quite like the look. Elegant, no?<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Washable. By washable, I mean light hand washing. I wanted to know if I would be able to wash it if I were to inadvertently spill something on my wrap. I got out a white bowl (easier to see if colors run) and put some detergent in it sudsing it up, and then placed my Cinnamon Red Silk Wrap in it. I swirled it around and lightly hand washed it, and did not see any colors run. I rinsed it and patted it with a white paper towel. Still no color. Awesome!<br />
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Now, the fabric bunches up together when all wet, so initially I tried my method of just spreading it out on the counter to dry and shape it a little. But that was annoying to do when it is the whole length. So I then took it to my ironing board and ironed it out. Good as new!<br />
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Update (8/10/2014): I found that the colors on the Black Silk Wrap will run. Left black marks on my ironing board. Have not seen color runs on the Pumpkin Silk Wrap which I had ironed at the same time.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Reasonably priced.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> The silk wraps edges are <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overlock" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>overlocked/serged</u></span></a> to prevent the silk from fraying. However, the overlock stitches at the ends are prone to unraveling. I had the thread tips unravel on me but this was easily fixed with a needle and thread. You can decrease the likelihood of this happening by being careful with how you tug the edges when tying or untying the silk wrap.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> The silk wraps can be fiddly to put on. I say "can be" because it is fairly simple to put it on plain but if you want to put beads on it, you will have to play with it a bit more. This is especially true for if you want your charm right in a particular patch of color in the tie-dye fabric or if you want beads at different heights.<br />
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I don't think most of us would mind this aspect too much. I figure we spend a lot of time perfecting a combination of beads anyway, so fiddling with the beads on the wrap shouldn't be too annoying.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Trollbeads Ghost Fighter</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Novobeads Key Lime Mini CZ</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> I love, love the Silk Wraps. I realize not everybody loves this style, but I love having yet another way of showcasing my beads and the wrap colors are just so exquisite. Of course if you are crafty, you can probably make a similar one, but if you are feeling lazy this is certainly very reasonably priced.<br />
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And now I'll wrap up my review with pictures of the Pumpkin Silk Wrap. Sorry, just couldn't resist that cheesy pun. Enjoy!<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: #ffe599;">From left to right:</span> All beads are Trollbeads</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Top row: Aqua Edge Triangle, Red Pod, Christmas Rose, Aqua Edge Pumpkin</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Bottom row: Aqua Edge Petals, Mountain Flower, Orange Pod, Green Pod</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Worn on Novobeads Pumpkin Silk Wrap</span></i></div>
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<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-88778238571384741182014-07-17T13:20:00.001-07:002014-07-25T20:32:02.484-07:00Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly ReviewTrollbeads recently had their Collector's Dream Sale of 25% off. I couldn't resist and ended up purchasing the Fantasy Butterfly. I actually ended up purchasing more beads after I heard the news about the price hike that is coming in August.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly (Front View)</span></i></div>
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Anyhoo, this lovely charm is a splitter bead to be used in a necklace. Now, I do not own a Trollbeads Fantasy Necklace. However, I do have this lovely teardrop moonstone pendant that works really well with it.<br />
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The butterfly's simple lines really appeal to me. I was also very pleased to see that the detailing of the butterfly eyes were much more pronounced than shown in the stock photo.<br />
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<td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3cGSCAD5CtnWadap_5iwMpB4z7hyQ7calboAOw0lLkDUWoxDorTwJlv5wL9GB2AoADgdrUNyVW4v1UyzgoSkfbz2uCrROltpn9KdoOydaXu9-hhiAxylf8ts6UY3H0kyb46VExdAaPkP6/s1600/FantasyButterfly2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3cGSCAD5CtnWadap_5iwMpB4z7hyQ7calboAOw0lLkDUWoxDorTwJlv5wL9GB2AoADgdrUNyVW4v1UyzgoSkfbz2uCrROltpn9KdoOydaXu9-hhiAxylf8ts6UY3H0kyb46VExdAaPkP6/s1600/FantasyButterfly2.png" height="160" title="" width="200" /></a>
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<td><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly Stock Photo</span></i></td>
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Now at first glance the front and back of the Fantasy Butterfly appear to be identical. If you look closely you'll note that one wing is slightly higher than the other. In the "front" view (I arbitrarily picked a side to be the front side), you'll note that the higher wing is on the left.<br />
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If you look at the Butterfly from the side you will see that the taller wing side (Left) has a wider "A" shape than the shorter wing side (Right). This is important to note as you might be able to push a bracelet end in one side but not necessarily be able to get it through the other side.<br />
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<td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVX2NOceK-8g8u74uYSsiObzVj3TYoXnzZ3pXIEcUpW7Y3EtTJWECFKyX_NMMCA8aAYU1BLP-rQzHwonNSKrRUNCzwpHl8aJcg695m1Nx4c3EdEttJUrjZYA_3Kg3ZGSbHsqVjgc70VnrU/s1600/FantasyButterfly4.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVX2NOceK-8g8u74uYSsiObzVj3TYoXnzZ3pXIEcUpW7Y3EtTJWECFKyX_NMMCA8aAYU1BLP-rQzHwonNSKrRUNCzwpHl8aJcg695m1Nx4c3EdEttJUrjZYA_3Kg3ZGSbHsqVjgc70VnrU/s1600/FantasyButterfly4.png" height="153" title="" width="320" /></a>
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<td><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Left and Right Side View</span></i></td>
<td><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Bottom and Top View</span></i></td>
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Dimensions:</span> 15 mm wide (along necklace)<br />
5mm wide (middle of two wings), 13 mm tall on the "Left/Tall" side<br />
4 mm wide (middle of two wings), 11 mm tall on the "Right/Short" side<br />
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You'll note that the bottom ring opening is not perfectly circular. Horizontally on the picture the hole is about <b><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">4 mm</span></b> wide and 5 mm high.<br />
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The bottom/depth is 10 mm from front bottom wing to back bottom wing.<br />
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The opening at the top measures 4 mm in the middle.<br />
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** Measurements are based on my not so scientific ruler and eyeball.<br />
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<span style="color: #ffd966;">Markings:</span> You can see the Trollbeads metal stamp 925S (Sterling silver) and LAA on the inside bottom of the Butterfly wings.<br />
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Now as this charm was designed for a necklace, if you were to use it on a bracelet, I would not recommend sliding it through the center of the wings. This is because the top wings of the butterfly are larger and as such, is top heavy. The charm would flip upside down. Not really an attractive look.<br />
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Although, if you have a Trollbeads bangle, then I think you wouldn't have to worry about the Butterfly flipping upside down. I don't own one so I can't confirm for sure. If you do choose to wear it that way, be aware that the bottom of the butterfly will be quite visible to you as it flares out there.<br />
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I've also worn it that way on my Novobeads Silk Wrap. As shown below.<br />
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<td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHArBlPvxed8tdFYMVsctZlJ-R9DY0nvaKjRIQ14vJ1h9akPsfaseFF6VYElzlZAIrxQI31T8Xp6S7xogn0vGXcBJgCmZ8LmbKfZMQdSD97LSz5W8AnNyF3fP6ytODLOe_ByC3XP36Y7Jj/s1600/FantasyButterfly5.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly, Novobeads Wild Rose Silk Wrap, Novobeads Key Lime Mini CZ, Novobeads Pink Lemonade Mini CZ" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHArBlPvxed8tdFYMVsctZlJ-R9DY0nvaKjRIQ14vJ1h9akPsfaseFF6VYElzlZAIrxQI31T8Xp6S7xogn0vGXcBJgCmZ8LmbKfZMQdSD97LSz5W8AnNyF3fP6ytODLOe_ByC3XP36Y7Jj/s1600/FantasyButterfly5.png" height="310" title="" width="320" /></a>
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<td><span style="color: #ffe599;"><b>From left to right: </b></span><br />
Novobeads Key Lime Mini CZ
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<span style="color: #ffe599;">Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly</span><br />
Novobeads Pink Lemonade Mini CZ<br />
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Worn on Novobeads Wild Rose Silk Wrap<br />
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<span style="text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Disclosure:</b> </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">I was not given any gold for writing this post. I did however receive samples of the Novobeads Wild Rose Silk Wrap, Key Lime Mini CZ and Pink Lemonade Mini CZ. Everything else, I either looted off mobs or bought with my own gold.</span></span></div>
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Another way to wear it would be by sliding it through the thorax of the butterfly making it seem as if the Fantasy Butterfly is flying around the bracelet.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Front and Side Views</span></i></div>
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<td><b><span style="color: #ffe599;">From left to right: </span></b><br />
Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide<br />
Trollbeads Unique Translucent Flower<br />
<span style="color: #ffe599;">Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly</span><br />
Trollbeads Unique Translucent Spinner Bead<br />
Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide</td>
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I also enjoy wearing the Fantasy Butterfly sort of like a dangle, by hanging it by a single wing.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Front and Side Views</span></i></div>
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<td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpMDU-l7fzZlpvCnnKDZoJ4qpm65WNy1rRnng0s-Ef8TsinEsKtP_xCdGg6Ca204CN6v6uWv_M7zcGrkRpPgL8XtoeBdxnYTzyDjWDUw85lF-5a2hHV5PDoJ17HxMESzBlINv_f9enHfzl/s1600/FBTBBracelet2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Trollbeads Purple Wave, Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide, Pandora Morning Butterfly Lavender, Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpMDU-l7fzZlpvCnnKDZoJ4qpm65WNy1rRnng0s-Ef8TsinEsKtP_xCdGg6Ca204CN6v6uWv_M7zcGrkRpPgL8XtoeBdxnYTzyDjWDUw85lF-5a2hHV5PDoJ17HxMESzBlINv_f9enHfzl/s1600/FBTBBracelet2.png" height="244" title="" width="320" /></a></td>
<td><span style="color: #ffe599;"><b>From left to right:</b></span><br />
Trollbeads Purple Wave<br />
Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide<br />
<span style="color: #ffe599;">Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly</span><br />
Pandora Morning Butterfly Lavender<br />
Trollbeads Small and Beautiful Unique<br />
Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide<br />
Trollbeads Purple Wave</td>
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Versatile necklace splitter charm that can also be used on a bracelet.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Fits my Pandora Bangle, so it might fit other competing charm bracelets as well.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> Alas, it does not fit my Pandora Single Leather Bracelet.<br />
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<td><b><span style="color: #ffe599;">From left to right:</span> </b><br />
<span style="color: #ffe599;">Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly</span><br />
Pandora Morning Butterfly Lavender<br />
Pandora Circle of Love Bangle Clasp<br />
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<i>Of course since I don't have clips</i><br />
<i>on this bangle, the charms will</i><br />
<i>slide around and not always be in </i><br />
<i>this </i><i>particular configuration.</i></td>
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> It's a bit on the pricey side, since you could probably purchase 2 glass beads for what you spent, but it is a decent size charm.<br />
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> This is my first Trollbeads silver and I am glad that I chose it. I'm fond of flowers, fairies and butterflies and I am very sure this charm will get a lot of use. As a matter of fact, I am wearing it right now on my necklace as I type. This is definitely a recommended charm especially since it can be used on the bracelet so prettily too.<br />
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One last set of pictures of my Fantasy Butterfly. Just a very simple combo with a single bead, that reminds me of a ladybug even though it really isn't a ladybug bead.<br />
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<td><b><span style="color: #ffe599;">From left to right:
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Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide<br />
<span style="color: #ffe599;">Trollbeads Fantasy Butterfly</span><br />
Trollbeads Unique<br />
Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide</td>
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<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-17089084866706366172014-07-10T14:40:00.000-07:002014-07-20T21:16:18.445-07:00Novobeads Old Glory Blue Signature CZ ReviewA Beadthrilled friend asked if I had seen the Novobeads Signature CZ beads as she was wondering just how brilliant the colors are. So here is my review of my Novobeads Old Glory Blue Signature CZ bead.<br />
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Bear in mind, I'm not a professional photographer and I'm just using my cell phone camera and sparkly beads are always hard to photograph. :) Really my pictures do not do justice to these beads.<br />
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Now you are probably thinking, are these pictures of the same bead?? Yes. Yes it is. With different lighting.<br />
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If you look at the Side view in my photograph below you can see indentations in the side of the sterling silver core. The indentations I believe are the Novobeads Signature N stamp and the 925 metal stamp denoting sterling silver. I can't say for sure because I don't have a magnifying glass handy and it is tiny!<br />
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Dimensions: 10 mm (along the bracelet), <b><span style="color: #9fc5e8;">4.5 mm</span></b> diameter hole, 14 mm overall diameter<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Color changing bead! I really love the fact that it looks different in different lighting.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> This bead is made of Cubic Zirconia which means it is quite durable and sparkly. After all it is often used as a diamond substitute. It is an 8 on the Mohs scale, while glass is 5.5 and diamond is 10.<br />
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<i>"The Mohs scale of mineral hardness characterizes the scratch resistance of various minerals through the ability of a harder material to scratch a softer material."</i></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Large diameter hole making it compatible with other competing charm bracelets.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> At least for the bead I have, it does not look like the stock photo. I honestly think my bead is gorgeous but it wasn't what I was expecting.<br />
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At this point in time, all my beads have been bought online so it can be quite a surprise for me when the beads arrive. I actually called the seller and asked them if they had sent me the wrong bead by accident. I thought perhaps my bead might have been the Purple Panache CZ (even though it didn't really look like my bead either but I thought it looked closer). I even included a picture of my bead so they could see what I meant. She assured me that my bead was indeed an Old Glory Blue CZ. She told me that all the Old Glory Blue CZs she has seen in her store have all been more lavender than blue.<br />
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Another thing I learnt was that there will be variations between beads. I found a picture browsing on Flickr of a lady who had an Old Glory Blue Signature CZ. Her bead looks a lot more like the stock photo.<br />
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/75667634@N00/8433685087/"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>https://www.flickr.com/photos/75667634@N00/8433685087/</u></span></a><br />
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I was still skeptical at first and even contacted Novobeads customer service with an email about my bead. They responded right away telling me that my bead was indeed an Old Glory Blue CZ. Customer service told me that the Old Glory Blue CZ is made by using a lavender CZ and adding a blue acrylic to the core.<br />
Good to know.<br />
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On the bright side, most online stores have a reasonable return policy for a full refund or exchange, so if you are ordering online and are afraid it might not be what you like, check their return policy first. <br />
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> If you like sparkly beads, you'll probably love this. I love to see the light reflecting off the bead and the play of colors. I do recommend that you try and buy this in person if you can, especially if you have your heart set on a particular shade.<br />
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I'll leave you with a few more pictures of this lovely bead in action.<br />
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This is not a bracelet combo I have ever worn. I just threw all the beads I got in my order and took a picture for record keeping. It does give you an idea of how the Old Glory Blue Signature CZ looks with silvers and the Mini CZ beads.<br />
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Electric Anchor Slide<br />
Sunrise Mini CZ</div>
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Pine Cone<br />
Citron Mini CZ<br />
Sunset Mini CZ<br />
Kimono<br />
<span style="color: #ffe599;">Old Glory Blue Signature CZ</span></div>
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Liberty Bell<br />
Grapefruit Mini CZ<br />
Indigo Horizon Mini CZ<br />
Mask<br />
Indigo Horizon Mini CZ<br />
Hushed Forest Mini CZ<br />
Novobeads Electric Anchor Slide</div>
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This bracelet below is the one I am currently wearing. I have my mini "homemade" stoppers around each bead to hold it in place.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #ffe599;">From left to right (2nd Picture):</span></b></div>
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Novobeads Electric Anchor Slide<br />
ThinkGeek Space Lampwork</div>
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Novobeads Green Pasture Signature CZ<br />
<span style="color: #ffe599;">Novobeads Old Glory Blue Signature CZ</span></div>
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Novobeads Electric Anchor Slide</div>
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Beads are worn on a Novobeads Silver Bracelet (6.5") with the Maple Leaf Clasp and Safety Chain.</div>
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<br />Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-59234957577225638102014-07-04T12:02:00.000-07:002014-07-20T21:16:30.556-07:00Novobeads Liberty Bell Charm ReviewHappy 4th of July! Hope everyone is having a fun long weekend with friends and or family. I might even let my trollings stay up to watch fireworks. :)<br />
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In honor of the occasion I've been wearing a Red, White and Blue bracelet. Always fun to wear themed bracelets. It's the same one I made for <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/05/happy-memorial-day-weekend.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Memorial Day</u></span></a> with one small difference, I swapped the position of the Trollbeads White Stripe Bead with the Red Unique, so it would be Red, White and Blue as opposed to White Red and Blue. Okay, I know, I know, I'm being silly here.<br />
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Anyways, I thought this would be a great time to review the Novobeads Liberty Bell. The history of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberty_Bell" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Liberty Bell (Wiki)</u></span></a> is actually quite interesting and turns out despite popular legends, the bell was not rung on July 4, 1776.<br />
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<td><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/tonythemisfit/2432720887" title="Philadelphia: "Proclaim LIBERTY throughout the land" by Tony Fischer, on Flickr"><img alt="Philadelphia: "Proclaim LIBERTY throughout the land"" height="240" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3207/2432720887_22efd835ff_m.jpg" title="" width="203" /></a>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Novobeads Liberty Bell in comparison with the Real Liberty Bell</span></i></div>
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I really like this charm. The artist who designed this charm <a href="http://www.marcellaroseart.com/home.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #76a5af;"><u>Marcella Rose</u></span></a> did a great job capturing the likeness. I love the level of detail on it. I love seeing the bell clapper peeking out.<br />
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The bottom of the charm has the Novobeads logo on it and the 925 stamp denoting sterling silver.<br />
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Dimensions: 10 mm wide (along the bracelet), 10 mm deep, 14 mm high<br />
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From the pictures you can see that the side holes are not circular but more oval shape.<br />
The side hole is about <b><span style="color: #a2c4c9;">4.5 mm</span></b> wide and 5 mm high<br />
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The bottom hole is approximately 4 mm in diameter.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Large diameter hole making it compatible with other competing charm bracelets.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> It was a lovely surprise to discover that this is a 3 hole charm. Which means, it can be used as a splitter in a necklace. I don't own a Trollbeads Fantasy Necklace or other specialty necklaces meant for charms, but just used a regular chain with a spring clasp.<br />
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Novobeads Citron Mini CZ</div>
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Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide<br />
<span style="color: #ffe599;">Novobeads Liberty Bell</span></div>
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Novobeads Grooved Anchor Slide<br />
Novobeads Hushed Forest Mini CZ</div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Reusing the picture I took over <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/05/happy-memorial-day-weekend.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #76a5af;"><u>Memorial Day Weekend</u></span></a></span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> Highly recommend this charm. I think it is just lovely and a fantastic representation of the Liberty Bell. I also like how versatile it is in that it can be used as a splitter bead. Definitely a good addition for those building a patriotic (USA) themed bracelet.Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937544935124124198.post-58733937706947566622014-06-30T15:00:00.000-07:002014-07-19T21:56:32.833-07:00Sparkly Sprockets Charm ReviewI love this cute sparkly charm. It's just as pretty in person as it is in the stock photo. It's not a ThinkGeek exclusive so you might be able to find it elsewhere, probably under a different name.<br />
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I tried to get decent shots, but I'm just using my phone camera and sparkly things are so hard to photograph, but I hope this still gives you a good idea of how it looks in real life.<br />
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This sterling silver charm has 6 teeth with 6 crystals. There is a 925 stamp on one of the teeth on the side and it has interior threads. Looking at it from the top, it resembles a gear and ThinkGeek thought it would appeal to steampunk lovers and makers.<br />
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Here are my measurements using a ruler. So not super accurate.<br />
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Dimensions:<br />
3 mm width (along the bracelet)<br />
9.5 mm overall diameter or height on bracelet<br />
<b><span style="color: #9fc5e8;">4 mm</span></b> diameter of hole (threaded)<br />
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This does show a discrepancy between what I measured and what is advertised.<br />
So do keep this in mind if you should choose to purchase one for yourself.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> Reasonably priced.<br />
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> The crystals appear to be in quite a secure setting. I have been wearing it quite a bit, and haven't had any issues with the crystals falling out.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> Unfortunately for me, this charm did <b><u>not</u> </b>fit <b><u>my</u> </b>Silver ThinkGeek European-Style Bracelet. It seems like it should almost fit. It was catching on the crimp end cap of the chain. I can probably force it through or take a pair of pliers and try to squeeze the end cap a little more but I didn't want to do so. I didn't want to end up damaging the bracelet or the bead. Other owners of the bracelet may have better luck than me.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Sparkly Sprockets on the crimp end (part you slide charms on) of the ThinkGeek Bracelet</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d;">Pro:</span> It fits my Trollbeads bracelet. Yay! So for one year, my poor charms (I own a pair -- you can read how that came to be <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/05/think-geek-european-style-bracelet-with.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>here</u></span></a>) languished in my jewelry box. Then I bought a Trollbeads bracelet and found that it fits. Hooray.<br />
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After that I received the <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/06/mothers-day-2014-pandora-bangle.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>LE Circle of Love Pandora Bangle</u></span></a> for Mother's Day, and found that it fits the Pandora Bangle as well.<br />
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This is because this charm is threaded on the inside and thus can screw onto threaded ends of the Bangle. I presume since it works on my bangle that it should work on the regular silver Pandora bracelet as well.<br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999;">Con:</span> I recently bought a Pandora Single Leather bracelet and found that the Sparkly Sprocket does not fit on there.<br />
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Here are my pair of Sparkly Sprockets in action on my Trollbeads bracelet. I used them in my <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/05/happy-memorial-day-weekend.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>Memorial Day Bracelet</u></span></a> as well.<br />
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Small Silver Stopper (my own "homemade")</div>
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Trollbeads Beige Bubbles</div>
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<span style="color: #ffe599;">Sparkly Sprockets</span> (bought from ThinkGeek)</div>
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Trollbeads Unique Translucent Orange Fluer de Lis</div>
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<span style="color: #ffe599;">Sparkly Sprockets</span> (bought from ThinkGeek)</div>
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Trollbeads Beige Bubbles</div>
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Small Silver Stopper (my own "homemade")</div>
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<span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Conclusion:</span> This is a lovely charm bead and if you like shiny things I highly recommend it. I think it works really well as a spacer bead and I am glad that I have two. This concludes my reviews on all the charms on my <a href="http://charmsforatroll.blogspot.com/2014/05/think-geek-european-style-bracelet-with.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>first charm bracelet</u></span></a>.Enaktrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17856117502452259920noreply@blogger.com0