McKinney Mommas: NOVICA - Unique Gifts from Artisans Across the World - Review & Giveaway - Ends 8/31 Google+

Monday, August 13, 2012

NOVICA - Unique Gifts from Artisans Across the World - Review & Giveaway - Ends 8/31

Tired of shopping for the same old boring gifts, at the same old boring stores?


I've been an admirer of NOVICA from afar for the past few years.  A shop that offers a huge variety of handmade gifts from artisans around the world.

Ever since my trip around the world when I was in college, I love to give and receive unique gifts from all corners of the earth.  

There's just something extra special knowing that the gift you've chosen for a friend or family member came to them after a long journey, from the small shop of an artisan on the beaches of Bali or high up in the mountains of the Andes.

After having my second, and final child last month, I wanted something to commemorate the birth and start of our (finally complete) family of four.  I was excited to find that NOVICA had a number of beautiful wood family sculptures from West Africa, Bali, Java and the Andes.



I chose this gorgeous piece from Made Wirata, a 33 year old artisan from Bali who learned his trade from his father and uncle at a young age.  Carving these sculptures has given Wirata the opportunity to pay for his education in Bali. Now, that's a cause I'm all about supporting!

This wood sculpture "Family Scene" is now proudly displayed on my mantle.  It was packaged perfectly and shipped with absolutely no damage all the way from Bali!  It was much larger than I expected, as I guess I didn't look at the dimensions carefully, but perfect for my high mantle and high ceilings.

I am so excited to finally have a beautiful piece of art sculpture that will surely be passed down in my family as a keepsake.  Someday one of my kids will proudly display it in their home too!
 

NOVICA also has a wonderful selection of silver jewelry and wrap bracelets. So, the next time you're looking for a birthday gift for your mother or sister, browse NOVICA before you go anywhere else.

Here are some of my favorites from their collection:

Leather wrap bracelet, 'Autumn Leaf'

Handcrafted in Indonesia


 

Sterling silver filigree earrings, 'Remembrance'

Handcrafted in Bali

Opal cocktail ring, 'Sky Temple'

Handcrafted in Peru


NOVICA also has a cool program called NOVICA Live where you can host parties in your home, and have samples of their products from around the world to show your friends and family that are available for purchase. I can't think of a better way to shop, earn a little money, and also support the artistic ventures of artisans worldwide!

Hey, you could even WIN a trip to Bali by hosting parties and earning points! 

I'm in.

ENTER TO WIN

Prize: $50 Gift Certificate to NOVICA
Deadline: 8/31/12
To Enter: Complete Rafflecopter form below

a Rafflecopter giveaway
 
*Disclosure: This was not a paid post. The products used to facilitate this review were given to me free of cost by the company.  However, all opinions are 100% my own and were not influenced by the complimentary product received. As I am under no obligation to post a positive review if I feel it is not warranted.  



 

82 comments :

  1. http://jewelry.novica.com/bracelets/cuff/pearl/pearl-flower-bracelet-winter-garland/174127/

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  2. I like Kashmiri chain stitched rug, 'Floral Enigma'.

    janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

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  3. I like the Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace, Chelonia Turtle.They have so many beautiful pieces of jewelry.Thanks for the awesome giveaway!

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  4. i love the "whispering snow" silver ring

    velvetelvis46@yahoo.com

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  5. I like the 100% alpaca poncho, 'Sweet Cream'.

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  6. I love the Cotton poncho, 'Marine Serenade

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  7. Litoral Coffee ottoman http://www.novica.com/itemdetail/index.cfm?pid=84699
    Thanks for the chance.

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  8. The Cotton Shoulder Bag Festive Elephants is my favorite.

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  9. I love the Cat Welcome sign.
    Thanks so much.
    rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com

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  10. i want this Wood statuette, 'Brown Beauty'. tam.c

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  11. I like the Marcasite and garnet pendant necklace, 'Little Owl'

    kellywcuATyahooDOTcom

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  12. I like the Art glass centerpiece, 'Sun Gloss'.

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  13. I like the ocean memories mobile!

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  14. I like the Sterling Silver Band Ring - Moon Magic

    jmesparza821(at)gmail(dot)com

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  15. Pearl and carnelian cluster earrings, 'Happiness' is my pick, so pretty! Wow, LOTS of really beautiful jewelry here!

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  16. i love the circle wooden chess set

    rypm25@aol.com

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  17. The peridot constellation ring.
    Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill12@gmail.com

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  18. I will buy Leather tote handbag, 'Black Bangkok Chic'

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  19. I like the Peridot flower earrings. msmith572@yahoo.com

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  20. I love the Gold vermeil dangle earrings, 'Clouds'.

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  21. I like the Ebony Elegance shawl.

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  22. My favorite is the Art glass centerpiece, 'Botafogo Blue'.

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  23. Kashmiri chain stitched rug
    gabbflabber at live.com

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  24. I like the Pearl Wrap Bracelet-Galand.
    traymona[at]aol.com

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  25. I love the Snow Queen Pearl Dangle Earrings.
    elysesw@aol.com

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  26. I like the Glass Coasters - Sea Turtles
    marypopmom@yahoo.com

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  27. I like the Carnelian floral earrings, 'Mystic Daisy'

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  28. I like the Cotton hammock swing, 'Life's a Balance'.

    alittlepieceofheaven777(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  29. I love the Wood statuette, 'Family Peace'.

    fs4sarah at gmail dot com

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  30. I love the Onyx pendant necklace, 'Black Rose'

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  31. radiant natural fiber basket
    debbie jackson,
    djackson1958 at hotmail dot com

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  32. love the challenger cribbage set

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  33. i like the Wool and cotton rug, 'Sparrows' (2x3)

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  34. I love the Leather wrap bracelet, 'Fuchsia Whisper'

    appetizerforacraftymind(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  35. I like the Painted glass box, 'Orange Butterfly'!

    Thanks,

    selinda_mccumbers at yahoo.com

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  36. The Elephants wood accent table is my favorite.

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  37. My favorite is the Beaded basket, 'Sprinkle White Flowers', love all their baskets actually (:

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  38. Chain stitched Kashmiri rug, 'Poppy Field' (4x6

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  39. I love the Man in the Moon Ring

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  40. i love the "whispering snow" silver ring

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  41. I love the Pearl cocktail ring, 'Iridescent Princess'

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  42. love the http://hammock.novica.com/fabric/cotton-hammock-festive-brazil/176823/


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  43. I like the shell belt
    annette3369@yahoo.com

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  44. I like the Celadon ceramic plates, 'Jade Plumeria'.
    - Cheri Anne

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  45. Alpaca sweater, 'Midnight Warmth'

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  46. I love the Balinese Morning'Silk robe

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  47. Love this: http://jewelry.novica.com/bracelets/favorites/garnet-tennis-bracelet-romantic-red/149413/ (Holly) Thanks for the chance....

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  48. the Balinese Morning'Silk robe
    californiapoppys@yahoo.com

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  49. I love all their baskets but Beaded rattan basket, 'Ocean Thunder' is especially nice.

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  50. I am in love with the 100% alpaca scarf, 'Graceful'. It is so elegantly ruffled. I would love to buy it.
    chrisdeglen(at)gmail(dot)com

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  51. i like their free spirit braclet

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  52. I like the Cotton backpack, 'Rainbow Whims'

    ltlbit1@hotmail dot com

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  53. My favorite item is the Ceramic teapot, 'Buddha and the Ruby Elephant'.

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  54. I love the Tiger's eye wristband bracelet, 'Kraton Passion'.

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  55. I like the Celadon ceramic jar, 'Nature's Delights'.
    sumer84@live.com

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  56. I like the Wool rug, 'Blossoming Diamonds' (5x8)from novica

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  57. 100% alpaca ruana cloak, 'Spiced Cider'

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  58. It's hard to pick one favorite, but I really like the Pine needle basket, 'Chilasco Coffee'

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  59. lovie rubies flute glasses.
    BBrittBrat1398@yahoo.com

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  60. I like the Ebony bookends, 'Prancing Horses'

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  61. Teak relief panel, 'Angel Walk'

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  62. Painted glass tray, 'Crimson Garden'

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  63. I like the liquid confetti tumblers.
    ericacarnes(at)gmail(dot)com

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  64. I love the Marble and Onyx Chinese Checker set

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  65. I really love this silver cuff bracelet! http://www.novica.com/itemdetail/index.cfm?pid=125970

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  66. I like this jade elephant teapot http://tableware.novica.com/coffee-and-tea-service/coffee-and-tea-sets-teapots/index.cfm?c=365&l=5

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  67. i love the "whispering snow" silver ring

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  68. The black and white dulcimer is beautiful!

    Katie
    showbizkp[at]gmail[dot]com

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  69. I like the Citrine pendant necklace, 'Chennai Sun'
    Rafflecopter: Tara Woods

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  70. i love the Onyx flower ring, 'Nest of Lilies'

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  71. I love the Wood chess set, 'Challenge of the Future'
    thank you

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  72. I like the Cotton batik robe, 'Red Floral Kimono'
    magic5905 at embarqmail dot com

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  73. I like the Cedar and leather chest, 'Ancestors'.

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  74. I love the Palm leaf wall hanging, 'Symbol of God'

    mosaic317 at gmail dot com
    Claire McKeon

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  75. I love the Wood sculpture, 'Moment of Tenderness'


    tridingermckee at gmail dot com

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  76. like their Wood statuette, 'Take Action'

    brich22 at earthlink dot net

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  77. Cotton hammock, 'Ceara Sunshine'

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  78. Thanks for the giveaway...we like the Wood chess set, 'Wisdom'.

    senorpiero [at] yahoo [dot] com

    BRYAN E.




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