In a couple of days we are embarking on an adventure that will take us to Singapore, Vietnam and Australia. Trying to decide what beads to take along is very tricky! On one hand, I will likely be fairly sweaty and disgusting, but I do like to wear a bracelet every day and the photo opportunities will be awesome! When Trisha and I went to that event at the Trollbeads Store in Michigan, we each got one of those blue boxes that zip up. It has two rods inside and then a place for rings and bangles. I’ve also placed a polishing cloth inside, because sometimes for me silver tarnishes really quickly in humid climates. Here’s what I started with for packing.
I’m taking Coral Wave and Peach Flower. I chose these ones because I think the colours will really pop in Singapore, at the magnificent Gardens by the Bay.
For Vietnam, I was picturing the lush greenery of the Mekong Delta and could see a Labradorite Stone looking like it fit right in. I have always admired them on Instagram and could barely contain my excitement when I saw this one from Trollbeads USA. The flash is so beautiful.
Also for Vietnam is the Head of Buddha as we will be visiting a few temples. The calmness on the face might also be good for the airplane rides.
With the Trollbeads World Tour Collection being available again, I thought the Barrier Reef Bead and Aboriginal Rock Art Bead would look perfect on a Single Leather Bracelet in Black.
The silver bead is different on each side
Here are the beads on the rods so it’s easier to see the relative sizes. After I took these pictures it occurred to me there were no purple beads. Good grief! I later added the gorgeous unique I bought on our road trip.
So that’s it, that’s all the Trollbeads I’m taking. I plan to buy one in Singapore and maybe one in Vietnam. Otherwise it’s going to be mixing and matching for almost a month. I had a chance to play with the Labradorite and here I think it looks lovely with two Pink Quartz Beads, a Milky Quartz Bead and a Strawberry Quartz Bead.
Next I tried a random sort of bangle. I really like the Shield Bead these days. I’m not sure why, maybe it adds some contrast to the smoothness of the bangle.
Thanks for joining me for my thought process behind these choices. I’ll be posting (overposting) pictures on Instagram on my three accounts: @marthnickbeads, @marthnick and @marthnicktravel.
What do you like to take with you on trips? Or do you just go beadless and take a break?
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It seems a very modest amount of beads, but I love your choices. I am so looking forward to your posts as I relish your travel photos, beads or no beads.
I am collecting the wave beads, and have four. Ever since we chose the Peach Flower for Trisha in Novi, I’ve had it on my list, and the Coral wave as well.
Have a wonderful trip Martha, with your family, Scaredy, and your beads.
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Thanks Sarah. I hope I don’t regret not taking more. I’m taking a few from other brands, of course, but not that many so we’ll see what happens. I’m also not taking my iPad. Maybe I need to rethink this. 🤔😂
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You may have to buy more than just two while travelling!
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Ha! But because of the travelling there’s only enough money for two. LOL!!
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I can’t wait to see all of your photos on your multiple accounts! Have a safe and wonderful trip around the world!
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Thanks April! Our aim is simply to survive this trip. 😀 I think as we get older we feel a bit more tired thinking about doing these things.
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It’s an ambitious agenda – 3 countries in a short period of time! Have a blast and don’t forget the sunblock. ❤
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Sydney is preparing to welcome you with very chilly mornings lately. 3 degrees c the other morning!
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Oh wow, we’d better pack some long pants for sure, then. It will actually be a pleasant relief from the heat, I think. 👍🏻😀
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No purple? That’s crazy talk! I love that barrier reef bead, I may have to buy it before the World Tour collection retires. And Sarah has given me a (another) great idea for my wish list with the wave beads 🤦🏻♀️
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I know! I looked at the photo of the beads on the rods and thought, something is missing! And agree with you about Sarah and her wave beads. She’s such a bad influence! 😂
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Safe travels and have a great time! I’ll definitely be looking forward to your posts, so be sure to take lots of pictures. Good choice of beads, and those plus your RBF selection should see you through really well. Remember, lots of pictures!
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Thanks Kim! I’ve also got Sock Monster and OG ready to go. I just couldn’t leave them behind. 😄
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I love the mix of beads that you’ve chosen – definitely something to match any mood! 🙂 I usually go beadless, or just take a few beads for a bangle, but we also usually go camping or just away for a few days so I don’t need many.
I hope that you have an amazing trip and I will definitely be following along on IG!
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Thanks Tracy! I’m going to pack a double leather right now after seeing Sarah’s post this morning. I hope you and your family are having a great summer!
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Hi Martha!
Safe travels with your family!! Your Trollbeads selection is simple, bright, subtle and very useful. I think you wrist will be quite satisfied.
As far as when I travel, I always bring ready made bracelets. The luxury of 5 minutes alone to put something together eludes me on trips. However, I do bring a bead stringer just in case I want to quickly change something up! 😉
Have a wonderful time!
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Thank you for the well wishes! That’s a good idea to bring ready made bracelets. Isn’t that funny how that didn’t even occur to me? And I realized I didn’t even have a chain and lock, so that has been fixed. Hope you are having a great summer so far!
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I love your article Martha. I don’t dream of starting another collection with Trollbeads although I think their muranos are beautiful. I enjoyed your travel article, I just wrote something about Pandora travel charms myself 😜
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