One consumer’s journey to the trade

psadmin · Nov 1, 2009

Karl''s (Strmrdr) journey to the trade from a consumer.

http://journal.pricescope.com/Articles/80/1/One-consumer%e2%80%99s-journey-to-the-trade.aspx

Thank you Karl.

Lorelei · Nov 1, 2009

Thanks for that Andrey!

Karl, you know what I think, that its a great idea and article and I think this is fantastic in order for new members to read about your incredible journey, congrats on your new status and I wish you the best of everything friend!!!!

LisaLondon · Nov 1, 2009

Fantastic article. Well done you! It is very inspiring to see how an interest becomes a career when you are passionate about it. Hopefully, lots of us will have one of your Octavias one day!

Karl_K · Nov 1, 2009

Date: 11/1/2009 5:09:19 AM
Author: Lorelei
Thanks for that Andrey!

Karl, you know what I think, that its a great idea and article and I think this is fantastic in order for new members to read about your incredible journey, congrats on your new status and I wish you the best of everything friend!!!!

Thanks friend!!!

LisaLondon, thank you :}

Andrey, thank you!!!

Regular Guy · Nov 1, 2009

Karl,

Very nicely developed article, very personal.

Many thanks, and the very best of wishes to you in these and all ventures,

glitterata · Nov 1, 2009

Yay Karl, yay Octavia! Thank you for the touching glimpse of your journey together.

Kaleigh · Nov 1, 2009

Great article Karl. I am beyond thrilled for you. You put your heart and soul into becoming a diamond designer. I am so blessed to have you as my dear friend. You have taught us so much, have been so patient in doing so. You have given of your time, you are what PS is all about. Now you've crossed over to the other side and are a part of the trade, a very special group.

And you've been welcomed with open arms, well as far as I can see. Couldn't have happened to a nicer guy. You deserve all the respect that has been given or shown to you. I am glad I knew you when... Thanks for the mention.

Skippy123 · Nov 1, 2009

Karl, I enjoyed reading about your journey (you are such an inspiration to all), you are an incredible friend and you have such passion for diamonds so it is only natural you are in the trade, wooohoo!!! Many congrats to you and Wifey!!! I am so proud and happy for you!!! Cheers (raising a Pepsi to you) dear Karl

The Octavia is truly incredible!!!!!

thank you for your sweet words!

Karl_K · Nov 2, 2009

Thanks RG, glitterata, Kaleigh, skip skip skippy!

Judah Gutwein · Nov 2, 2009

Karl,

Nice read..thanks

Karl_K · Nov 2, 2009

Date: 11/2/2009 5:59:32 PM
Author: Judah Gutwein
Karl,

Nice read..thanks

Thank you.

Lula · Nov 3, 2009

Congratulations, Karl! I loved reading your story. I wish you and Octavia great success; it is well-deserved.

When I joined PS, you were one of the people who replied to my posts, patiently answered my questions, and helped me sort through a number of stones to find the perfect stone (and you also helped me discover my inner cut fanatic!)

Your tireless advocacy for consumers and your enthusiasm for diamonds comes through in your every post.

I am thrilled to have helped you in naming Octavia, and honored that you chose my suggestion for the name.

And, like many other PS'ers, I'm saving my pennies for an Octavia of my own. Until then, I am hoping we can see photos of Octavia on wifey2b's hand -- that will be a very special day.

Karl_K · Nov 3, 2009

Thank you sarap333!!!
You rock!

John P · Nov 4, 2009

Karl,

Thanks for the kind mentions in the piece - and you're very welcome. Something we can all learn from Pricescope is that we can all learn; whether it's seasoned vets showing laymen the ropes - or laymen communicating different perspectives to vets. Your contributions have always been offered with no nonsense. Thank YOU for that.

Yours is a cool story and I feel a kinship to it since I started on that side of the counter too. In fact I'm typing this from Beijing, preparing to give my presentration at the 09 China Intl Jewellery Fair - so as a former "guy looking for a diamond" who got pulled into the trade by my fascination with "all of it" I'm with you 100%!

Cheers and congrats.

Karl_K · Nov 4, 2009

Thank you sir John!
Enjoy China and we want pictures!!!!

Madam Bijoux · Nov 5, 2009

Great story! Best of luck to you in all of your endeavors

jet2ks · Nov 5, 2009

Great article, Karl. A wonderful look into the evolution of your invovlment with diamonds. Best of luck with future designs.

Karl_K · Nov 5, 2009

Thanks Jet and Madam Bijoux

Hest88 · Nov 5, 2009

Congratulations Karl! Inspiring article.

Karl_K · Nov 5, 2009

Date: 11/5/2009 5:44:44 PM
Author: Hest88
Congratulations Karl! Inspiring article.

Thank you!

emeraldlover1 · Nov 6, 2009

Fantastic article. Very inspiring. I can''t wait to see what the Octavia looks like set. Congratulations on making the jump!

Karl_K · Nov 6, 2009

Date: 11/6/2009 4:47:16 PM
Author: emeraldlover1
Fantastic article. Very inspiring. I can''t wait to see what the Octavia looks like set. Congratulations on making the jump!

Thanks!!!

risingsun · Nov 8, 2009

I really enjoyed your article, Karl. Best wishes in your new venture

D&T · Nov 8, 2009

Karl- you are such an inspiration, and what an accomplishment! I am honored to be a part of this forum and for the many trade members and prosumers that share their vast knowledge and help so many consumers

Congratulations on Octavia, and I hope to own one soon

Karl_K · Nov 8, 2009

Thank you risingsun and D&T

Deelight · Nov 8, 2009

Congrats Karl

you have helped so many people on this forum it is so nice to see your story come full circle

congrats again

Karl_K · Nov 9, 2009

Date: 11/9/2009 3:23:31 AM
Author: Deelight
Congrats Karl you have helped so many people on this forum it is so nice to see your story come full circle congrats again

Thanks!!!

loriken214 · Nov 14, 2009

Way to go Karl!!!

I''m saving up for my Octavia.....

I''m still waiting for your autograph!

Lori

Karl_K · Nov 14, 2009

Date: 11/15/2009 4:34:25 AM
Author: loriken214
Way to go Karl!!!

I''m saving up for my Octavia.....

I''m still waiting for your autograph!

Lori

thanks!!! :}
I thought about doing that getting a printer and including signed pictures of the diamond with each one.

Richard Sherwood · Nov 15, 2009

Ahhh, memories.

Great article Karl.

That IS one awesome stone, the Octavia.

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