Trollbead addiction

[marrgarr1]

Hi! I have the Strawberries bead and love it. It is a beautiful bead. I bought it originally to use as a splitter for my fantasy necklace, but I don't seem to wear the necklaces very often. However, I use it A LOT in my bracelet designs. It look beautiful on a bracelet. You may have not thought about wearing it that way, but it is kind of a 2-for-1 bead as it can be a splitter or used on a bracelet. See, there is justification alone in that! Rationalization is used a lot when you get hooked on the Trollbeads.

My absolute favorite gold and silver bead is the Happy Universe bead. It is an expensive bead, but it is stunning in person. The attention to detail is amazing. And I also wear that one a lot as a "center" or "focal" bead on a bracelet. I think what you are doing is a great way to motivate yourself. As long as you can afford to purchase them, its could be a great motivator. Better than chocolate!

 

[changingwoman]

Hi! I have the Strawberries bead and love it. It is a beautiful bead. I bought it originally to use as a splitter for my fantasy necklace, but I don't seem to wear the necklaces very often. However, I use it A LOT in my bracelet designs. It look beautiful on a bracelet. You may have not thought about wearing it that way, but it is kind of a 2-for-1 bead as it can be a splitter or used on a bracelet. See, there is justification alone in that! Rationalization is used a lot when you get hooked on the Trollbeads.

My absolute favorite gold and silver bead is the Happy Universe bead. It is an expensive bead, but it is stunning in person. The attention to detail is amazing. And I also wear that one a lot as a "center" or "focal" bead on a bracelet. I think what you are doing is a great way to motivate yourself. As long as you can afford to purchase them, its could be a great motivator. Better than chocolate!

THIS is why I love TPF (even if we aren't talking about purses!)!! Thank you SO much. What a lovely endorsement of the Strawberries bead, and gorgeous photos to boot. I'd been looking all over the internet for a good photo of strawberries used as a splitter, and your photo is the best I've seen. You have reinforced the decision I had already come to by the time I read your post. I'm going to keep the elderflowers bead (I've been wearing it all day and already love it, wouldn't be able to part with it), put the elderflower splitter on my "someday" wishlist, and purchase the expensive Strawberries bead in lieu of the 2 bead reward I had planned for finishing chapter 3. While it is pricey, somehow I thought it was in the $280s, but now that I look again at the website I see it's $225. Not sure how I got the more expensive price in my head but, hey!! I'll take it

I can already tell that this reward system is going to help motivate me to keep going on writing this dissertation when I feel like giving up. I finished the third subsection of chapter 3 30 mins ago and have purchased the "teacup" bead as a reward (one of the least expensive beads on my wishlist as compensation for upcoming strawberries purchase, but still one I really want - tea fuels my work every dayn- I'm drinking tea right now!). It'll likely be at least another few work days before I finish the chapter and add strawberries to my cart. Maybe the end of next week. Looking forward to it though!

Luckily I'm in a position where I can afford to use TB (reasonably) as a reward for reaching analysis/writing milestones. I've decided I CAN'T afford to waste any more of my life or mental sanity on this dumb project, so at this point it's "whatever it takes" to get it done, get the PhD degree, and get it out of my life. I'm grateful for discovering TB, and grateful for you lovely folks here at TPF. If it doesn't drive people crazy (let me know, seriously), maybe I'll post each time I finish a section or chapter with which bead I've ordered. I figure you guys might appreciate more than my DH - he doesn't care how I get my PhD done, he just wants it DONE.

Anyway, thanks so much for your advice and support - I'm already feeling more optimistic

 

[kifana]

THIS is why I love TPF (even if we aren't talking about purses!)!! Thank you SO much. What a lovely endorsement of the Strawberries bead, and gorgeous photos to boot. I'd been looking all over the internet for a good photo of strawberries used as a splitter, and your photo is the best I've seen. You have reinforced the decision I had already come to by the time I read your post. I'm going to keep the elderflowers bead (I've been wearing it all day and already love it, wouldn't be able to part with it), put the elderflower splitter on my "someday" wishlist, and purchase the expensive Strawberries bead in lieu of the 2 bead reward I had planned for finishing chapter 3. While it is pricey, somehow I thought it was in the $280s, but now that I look again at the website I see it's $225. Not sure how I got the more expensive price in my head but, hey!! I'll take it



I can already tell that this reward system is going to help motivate me to keep going on writing this dissertation when I feel like giving up. I finished the third subsection of chapter 3 30 mins ago and have purchased the "teacup" bead as a reward (one of the least expensive beads on my wishlist as compensation for upcoming strawberries purchase, but still one I really want - tea fuels my work every dayn- I'm drinking tea right now!). It'll likely be at least another few work days before I finish the chapter and add strawberries to my cart. Maybe the end of next week. Looking forward to it though!



Luckily I'm in a position where I can afford to use TB (reasonably) as a reward for reaching analysis/writing milestones. I've decided I CAN'T afford to waste any more of my life or mental sanity on this dumb project, so at this point it's "whatever it takes" to get it done, get the PhD degree, and get it out of my life. I'm grateful for discovering TB, and grateful for you lovely folks here at TPF. If it doesn't drive people crazy (let me know, seriously), maybe I'll post each time I finish a section or chapter with which bead I've ordered. I figure you guys might appreciate more than my DH - he doesn't care how I get my PhD done, he just wants it DONE.



Anyway, thanks so much for your advice and support - I'm already feeling more optimistic

Wow, an inspiring phd writing experiences..we are in the same boat..good luck in your thesis writing [emoji433]

 

[marrgarr1]

Wow, an inspiring phd writing experiences..we are in the same boat..good luck in your thesis writing [emoji433]

Glad the photos helped you out. Trollbeads can be very addictive! You may be aware of this forum, but if not you might want to take a look at it. It is Trollbeads Gallery and there is a wonderful group of trollbead collectors who have lots of fabulous inspiration photos and great information on Trollbeads. Please join it, the forum is very friendly and welcoming. Here is the link: http://trollbeadsgalleryforum.ning.com/

Best of luck on your writing!!

 

[changingwoman]

Wow, an inspiring phd writing experiences..we are in the same boat..good luck in your thesis writing [emoji433]

Thanks!! Always glad to see I'm not the only one...good luck to you too!!!

Glad the photos helped you out. Trollbeads can be very addictive! You may be aware of this forum, but if not you might want to take a look at it. It is Trollbeads Gallery and there is a wonderful group of trollbead collectors who have lots of fabulous inspiration photos and great information on Trollbeads. Please join it, the forum is very friendly and welcoming. Here is the link: http://trollbeadsgalleryforum.ning.com/

Best of luck on your writing!!

Thank you!! I did come across that forum in my googling...I may just have to sign up...I do love paging through everybody's pretty pictures...

 

[mewt]

Any updates on your thesis rewards? Hehe.

Has anyone else seen the new releases yet? I'm really loving the new crane lock! Not too sure about their side-ring, but it's definitely an interesting concept on more ways to wear your beads. I also liked a few of their new silvers, such as the big dragon head.

But actually this week I came home with their bangle. Went with silver over copper because the less maintenance the better. I LOVE it!! So so much.

It's just so versatile, and with only my handful of beads I suddenly have a trillion different combos! And it's so comfortable, I don't even feel it there. The underside of my wrist is free as I type at the computer, etc etc. This is the start of a beautiful relationship, this bangle and I.

Everyone needs a bangle! I insist!

 

[changingwoman]

Any updates on your thesis rewards? Hehe.

Has anyone else seen the new releases yet? I'm really loving the new crane lock! Not too sure about their side-ring, but it's definitely an interesting concept on more ways to wear your beads. I also liked a few of their new silvers, such as the big dragon head.

But actually this week I came home with their bangle. Went with silver over copper because the less maintenance the better. I LOVE it!! So so much.

It's just so versatile, and with only my handful of beads I suddenly have a trillion different combos! And it's so comfortable, I don't even feel it there. The underside of my wrist is free as I type at the computer, etc etc. This is the start of a beautiful relationship, this bangle and I.

Everyone needs a bangle! I insist!

Yay, so glad to hear you love the silver bangle!!! It's gorgeous, I especially love your combo with that faceted purple bead. Is that the TB Amethyst??

And yes, thanks! I do have a brief update. My teacup bead has arrived (reward for finishing Chpt 3 section 3), and it's so delicate and adorable. I finally finished Chapter 3 last Thursday, so I ordered the strawberries bead as my reward (a pricier bead for a super difficult theory chapter). I also ordered a Honey Dew bead as a reward for completing another important dissertation task (involving a difficult Skype meeting with my advisor). Both should arrive this coming Thursday, I'll post a pic then

For now, here's the pic of my current (teeny) collection On to Chapter 4! Thankfully this one should be a bit easier than my theory chapter. Happy Monday everyone!!

 

[darkangel07760]

Since its winter my wrists are pretty much hidden so i am doing mini combos

 

[mewt]

changingwoman; Your collection is sure getting off to a nice start! They look very nice together, I especially like your strawberry bead and the one right above it! And yup, that's a TB amethyst. I like their assortment of natural stones and pearls!

darkangel; Which bead is that two squares one? I like it. Beautiful mini combo.


I just learned of this brand called Novobeads, apparently they're a bit shady since they started the company while still dealing Trollbeads or something, but they sure know how to make LOCKS.

I mean, can you spot the lock here??

How about here??? It blends in so seamlessly, and so comfortably! Gives me a new way to appreciate my troll chain. They also make faceted CZ beads, which ought to be tons sparklier than glass. I have my eye on that and will be purchasing a few just as soon as I decide on colors!

 

[changingwoman]

My collection slowly grows: Chpt 3 rewards have arrived. Strawberries and Honeydew!

Chapter 4 has been a slow start but all that matters is that I keep going...2,000 finalized words or one subsection 'til my next bead, whichever comes first...I'm thinking "friends" (the small stack of books charm). We'll see...gotta get the writing done first!

 

[darkangel07760]

changingwoman; Your collection is sure getting off to a nice start! They look very nice together, I especially like your strawberry bead and the one right above it! And yup, that's a TB amethyst. I like their assortment of natural stones and pearls!

darkangel; Which bead is that two squares one? I like it. Beautiful mini combo.


I just learned of this brand called Novobeads, apparently they're a bit shady since they started the company while still dealing Trollbeads or something, but they sure know how to make LOCKS.

I mean, can you spot the lock here??

How about here???[emoji23]It blends in so seamlessly, and so comfortably! Gives me a new way to appreciate my troll chain. They also make faceted CZ beads, which ought to be tons sparklier than glass. I have my eye on that and will be purchasing a few just as soon as I decide on colors!

Oh shoot i don't remember the name of those but i will find out and post it here!

 

[Pepp]

I'm new to trollbeads but have been reading this thread the past few days. I made my first purchase...meditation bead, rainbow bridge and three monkeys. I don't think the picture shows the amazing details in the glass.

 

[darkangel07760]

I'm new to trollbeads but have been reading this thread the past few days. I made my first purchase...meditation bead, rainbow bridge and three monkeys. I don't think the picture shows the amazing details in the glass.

The 3 monkeys is one of my favorite beads

 

[Tealight]

I'm new to trollbeads but have been reading this thread the past few days. I made my first purchase...meditation bead, rainbow bridge and three monkeys. I don't think the picture shows the amazing details in the glass.

Nice choice of beads, I love the three monkeys bead I need to get some glass for my bracelets, they're all silver at the moment and I think they could do with a pop of colour.

 

[changingwoman]

My current collection! (Including one from faerybeads and one from redbalifrog). Each bead earned for completing a task toward finishing my doctoral dissertation. 4 chapters and 149 pages completed, now working with my data (20,000 artifacts). Once data analysis is done, will write up the data in 3 more chapters and be done.

I've still got a way to go, but my troll bead reward system is coming in quite handy!