Bead Mask

The Troll beads company is a very family orientated business

The Troll beads company is a very family orientated business, with various members of the Nielsen-Aagaards taking responsibility for different aspects of the company.  Such closely knit family businesses are difficult to come by today, as finding a part of the company which would be suitable for each individual family member can be difficult, but with so many different skills needed from gold smithing to design, there appears to be a place for everyone in the Nielsen-Aagard family.

The story of the Troll bead begins in Copenhagen in 1976, when silversmith Søren Nielsen fashioned the first ever bead from silver.  Named "The Mask" due to its six faces, each of which had a different expression, the bead was to become the first of many.  They went on sale in the Copenhagen jewellery shop owned by Søren's father Svend, and by the 1980s, sister Lise Aagard had opened a second store and was soon exporting Trollbeads to various countries the world over.

The unique design also lends something to the popularity of Trollbeads.   The bracelets, which apart from the original material leather can also be made from silver and gold, are also made with a removable clasp, which means that each Troll bead is interchangeable.  Different colour and bead combinations can then either be added or removed.  The versatility of the bracelet has made them incredibly popular, and many comparisons have been made between traditional charm bracelets and the Troll beads bracelets owing to the ability for the wearer to compose their own personal "story" on their bracelet, by for instance adding a bracelet denoting a special occasion, event or milestone.

Since self-expression has become so popular in recent years, perhaps it not all that surprising to learn that the Troll bead has made a comeback in such a big way.  Their universality means that they can be worn by both sexes, and their ability to look simultaneously classic and contemporary means that they can be worn by people with a wide range of different tastes.

Trollbeads make ideal personal gifts for family and friends.  There are themed beads available referencing a huge range of subjects for those who are looking to "build a bracelet" which means something personal to them.  Apart from the beautiful handmade Murano glass beads which are available as well as fresh water pearls and spacer or stopper beads, there is also a huge range of different gold and silver beads.  The design of the Troll bead is also immensely versatile, as the bead is large enough to be formed into a variety of different recognizable designs, but also small enough to fit on to a bracelet.  Various designs include animals, plants, mythological figures, references to astronomy, science, music, mythology and even origami as well as simple everyday objects, meaning that the wearer can create their own Trollbeads "story" and wear something which is unique and personal to them.

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rate my sweet 16 so far ooh and help me find some things?

I'm thinking about having it at night club
vip where masks
beads on everybody
30 hottest guys have glow in the dark necklaces

my grand entrance im getting carried in ,with trumpets playing

invites are going to be in black envelopes containg the beads
non alcoholic drinks all night

Okay the questions
if I invite 500 people do you think at 300 will show
where can i find black envelopes
i live in memphis where can i get something to get carried in on

That's a pretty sweet Sweet 16 o_o
10/10

Question 1: I don't know, it depends on who you invite. I'd show up to a party like that.
2: Try a Hallmark store, or even just WalMart. I'm pretty sure they'd have some there.
3: If you can't buy it somewhere, try building it. Nail a chair with wooden legs onto a board and decorate it.

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Classic Mardi Gras Parade & Float Films DVD: Historic 1941 New Orleans Mardi Gras Parade, Decorations, Floats, Celebration & Party Video Footage & Pictures $10.99 This is a terrific compilation of amateur film captured from Mardi Gras in 1941, during the WWII era. Included is approximately 10 minutes of rare footage from the Parade of Nor and approximately 10 minutes of footage from the Parade of Krewe of Rex. There is no sound with these recordings, as the amateur equipment of the day did not record sound. This is a great look at how the New Orleans Carniv...

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'Blue Deer with Corn' Beaded Mask (Mexico) $107.99 Mask depicts Kawuyomaire the sacred blue deer Decorative mask is made in Mexico from colorful beads Chaquira beaded mask is made in the traditional way

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Tragedy Mask Bead in Sterling Silver $27 Sterling silver tragedy theater mask bead. (RC492) Antique finish Compatible with Zable, Chamilia and Trollbead charm bracelets as well View entire Pandora Beads compatible collection here

Comedy Theater Mask Bead in Sterling Silver $27 Sterling silver comedy theater mask bead. (RC392) Antique finish Compatible with Chamilia, Trollbeads, Zable and Pandora charms and many more adult charm bracelets View entire Pandora Beads compatible collection here

Reflections(tm) Sterling Silver Comedy Mask Bead / Charm $24.99 Reflections(tm) Sterling Silver Comedy Mask Bead / Charm crafted in 925 Sterling Silver Reflections(tm) beads are guaranteed compatible with all popular brands of bead bracelets

Reflections(tm) Sterling Silver Tragedy Mask Bead / Charm $24.99 Reflections(tm) Sterling Silver Tragedy Mask Bead / Charm crafted in 925 Sterling Silver Reflections(tm) beads are guaranteed compatible with all popular brands of bead bracelets

The Mask $22.11 The Mask

Mask $23.43 Mask

Venetian Stick Mask $22.49 Venetian Stick Mask A great mask for Masquerade, Carnivals, and Mardi Gras parties! Includes: Quality eye mask. Black with gold trim, gold handle and golden bead trim on both sides. Available Sizes: One size fits most adults

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Changing Bead By Bead $16.95 Changing Bead By Bead

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