New Winter 2008 Trollbeads Release!

Has anyone else seen the New Winter 2008 Trollbeads that will be coming out on February 15th? I've seen them - and on one site, they were even shown as "available for pre-order!" [My mistake. I thought I had read they could be pre-ordered; but it must have been my interpretation, or wishful thinking!. :-) ]

For example, earlier today, I received an email newsletter from RetiredTrollbeads (see image of a screen capture I took of the email). When I first received the newsletter, I followed the link to view the new beads on their website. I was blown away!!! The new stuff is REALLY GREAT!!!

But, interestingly enough, I just went back to look at the new beads again ... and they aren't there anymore!! The whole new "line" was on the site, for sale - as a pre-order. [Again - my mistake!] Now, even if I "search," I can't find them. The entire section is gone.

So, I'm guessing that the Head Troll at Trollbeads wasn't exactly happy to see the information published to us common folk!! But, when people are excited about something, it's hard to keep a lid on it.

If you REALLY think about it, keeping pictures and descriptions "secret" doesn't make a lot of sense. I mean, exactly why is this a problem? How does it hurt if people see the pictures - or if they read a description about the new beads? It's a PICTURE. It's a DESCRIPTION. I can't print it, trim the picture and wear it on my bracelet!! So, the way I see it, it's really silly to make it be such a huge "Troll Secret."

Releasing information about the new beads only deepen the eager anticipation and whet the appetite of those of us who are already excited about the new Trollbeads! So, what is the big deal, folks???

So, since I caught a glimpse of the new beads, I share my opinion. In other words, if you don't want to know what I think, you don't have to read. :-) I think that these Trollbeads are going to be very special and unbelievably beautiful! I really think that this bunch of beads are the best that Trollbeads has ever produced!!

There are tons of bright and vibrant colors in some really cool styles, textures and patterns - and I am actually beyond excited about seeing the leather bracelets in person. These are Über cool and look like they will be a lot of fun!

I was so surprised, tho, about the rings! When I first learned that Trolbeads was going to make rings as part of their jewelry, I was really skeptical. i thought they wouldbe like those funky chunky style rings that are able to "hold" glass beads (and I don't care a lot for those) - but they aren't! Yay! They are very pretty! Most are silver, and the designs really span many interests: florals, critters, royalty, etc., and some even reflect patterns from certain silver/gold beads. And, a few even have gold, pearls or glass, too! They are quite eye-catching, and I am truly forward to seeing them in person. Or "on-hand." :-)

So, for me, February 15th can't get here soon enough!

I want to send a HUGE thank you to the fabulous Trollbeads designers for the amazing work they have done. I think they deserve a vacation, but not for too long. :-) I love their work so much, that I encourage them to rest up ... and then retun to work, refreshed and rejuvenated ... and ready to start creating again! Personally, I can't even think about facing a life without my Trollbeads! And they just keep getting better and better ... and beter ... and better ... and better .. and better ...!

UPDATE: Unique Amber 12-Bead Kits - Discontinued!!

UPDATE: May 15, 2008

Trollhound was contacted by a loyal reader who posed the following query:

I'm not sure where you got your info on the amber kits being discontinued...US
Trollbeads corporate told my rep that wasn't true???

Trollhound's response:

You are 100% right. There was a time when they had been deemed for
"discontinuation," but they reversed that decision. Thank you for pointing
that out for me. I am going to go in to the blog and make that
update. I appreciate it VERY much!!

-- Trollhound

If any of our readers discovers anything that causes you to pause and wonder, or if you have information that is different from what we have previously mentioned, please always feel free to send a note and we will research and make any necessary corrections. I appreciate that the readers take the time to write and ask questions.

It is extremely helpful for everyone to remain involved! After all ... we all love Trollbeads!!

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Another collective gasp! from us true Trollbead fans!

The very beautiful 12-bead Amber Kits/Sets are being discontinued, and if you can find one, I suggest you snatch it up. They are very rare and each kit has 12 incredibly beautiful and VERY unique beads. Amber Beads are a true work of art. And the more inclusions, the better. If you are able to find an Amber bead that just looks full of "stuff," you have to take a moment to realize that what you are looking at is a history of our wondrous planet.

Amber is 30-50 million YEARS old. So whatever is fossilized "in" the Amber that Trollbeads uses ... it remains in the bead that you receive. So, when you look into that bead, you have to be a bit awed to realize that you really are looking at our own world history!

If you have the opportunity, I strongly advise you to hunt down and find an Amber 12-Bead Kit/Set that you can lay claim to! I myself have purchased six of them over the past months, but I just might find a way to purchase more. I only know of one online store that currently sells Unique/OOAK Amber 12-Bead Kits/Sets. And, yup! You guessed it! My favorite place to shop!

Go to TrollbeadsGallery.com and view their amazing Amber Kits. If I had the funds (and if I wasn't spending it on Trolls Gold!!), I'd grab another two or three of the sets currently shown on TrollbeadsGallery.com. They are breathtaking and the inclusions are AMAZING (especially set #10)!

A few bits interesting of Amber history is copied below. Read it, and then go find yourself some Danish Gold!!

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AMBER AND MAGIC
In days gone by, amber was acclaimed to possess the power of healing. Worn as a necklace or charm, or carried around in small bags, amber was believed to be a remedy against such ailments as gout, rheumatism, sore throats, toothache and stomach-ache. It was also believed that amber accelerated birth and was a good remedy against snake bites. To guard against the swapping of a new born baby, the infant it was often given an amber necklace to wear. Amber was supposed to contain magical powers, which is why heart shaped amber charms were carried to offer protection against evil forces and help against witchcraft.

AMBER FACTS

• During the Roman times, higher prices were paid for small amulets in amber than for healthy slaves.


• In 79 AD, Plinius wrote that the women of northern Italy wore amber beads against thyroid.


• Martin Luther carried a piece of amber in his pocket as a protection against kidney stones.


• In ancient China it was customary to burn amber during large festivities. This practice both signified the wealth of the host as well as honoring the guests.


• According to Mohammed, a true believer's prayer beads should be made of amber. The father of healing, Hippocrates, declared amber active against a number of diseases including delirium tremens.


• Over 2500 years ago, Thales of Miletos discovered that when amber was rubbed against cloth, sparks were produced and then the amber attracted husks and small wooden splinters. This force was given the name "electricity" after the Greek word electron which means amber.


• Amber increases in value with the rarity and perfection of the entrapped object. Complete insect specimens are rare though and command top price.