Hey everyone! So my next review and giveaway is for Novica. Novica is a great place where artisans from all over the world sell their wonderful pieces. From jewelry made in Thailand to paintings created in Mexico. They have so many unique gifts, you not only want them, but are inspired by them, too.
As the website says: "The purpose of NOVICA is to create a revolutionary system through which the artists and artisans of the world can display their fine works to a global audience of prospective customers. NOVICA does not charge artists any fees for listing their items on the website. Furthermore, artists remain fully independent--they are free to raise their prices, lower their prices, or remove their items from our website. By cutting out the long strings of middlemen, NOVICA allows both consumers and artisans to get the most out of each and every transaction.
I chose the Elephant Walk ring. This ring was back ordered for a while but the style was so wonderful that I decided I can definitely wait and I'm glad I did because I really love this ring. I'm a big fan of animals so whenever I see animal rings or jewelry I really hop on them. The shape is quite simple but the details of the elephants walking around is what makes it so, so lovely. It's great because you can wear it with your everyday clothes but also wear it with fancy clothes too. I plan on wearing it a lot. It is made from sterling silver. The website describes the ring as: "Depicted in low relief, five sterling elephants march around a silver band. Wadarat Supasirisuk presents a ring that shows the purposeful pachyderms in silhouette."
I have to also mention that the Novica company is really great to their customers. I was worried about my shipment because it was nearing the 8 weeks (backordered products take 5 to 8 weeks) so I shot them an email and they followed up immediately. I also asked if they could extend the gift code for one of you guys and they did very generously. They were super nice and I do wish all companies would be this easy going!
The presentation of the product is very lovely too, it came in a handmade jewelry box, made of saa paper which is a mulberry bark paper that has been in Thailand for 700 years. The smallest branches are cut to make the paper so the trees are not cut down and continue to grow. It's very durable and makes a great gift box if you are purchasing a piece for a friend or relative, and hey it was a great gift for myself too, haha.
All in all, Novica truly is a great company. I love their mission statement. A lot of times you buy products because they look cute or pretty but don't know where they're from. Here you see the artist or artisan that created your piece, you read their story, learn about their village or country, and in a way it makes you feel relieved and happy. Happy to know that your money is going towards a lovely product for yourself but also towards the actual person that created the product and helping them out. There definitely should be more companies like Novica out there. Definitely check them out, they have everything from clothing to handmade jewelry paintings to tableware to gifts for mom.
Buy It! Head on over to Novica's website and browse their fantastic and fascinating selection.
Win It! ONE winner will receive a $35 gift code for Novica!
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1. Head on over to Novica's website and tell me what product you'd purchase with your $35. Please do this entry first or other future entries will not be counted.(1 entry)
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ONE winner will be chosen on June 1st, 2010 at 9:00pm (EST) and then will be emailed.
Alternate winners will be chosen if winner does not respond after 48 hours. This contest is only open to all US, Canadian, and International Residents. Thank you and good luck!
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I would choose the lovely Chalcedony Drop Earrings,Sublime - ID#160842.
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thank you for this wonderful giveaway! i LOVE novica! today, i think my favorite are 'Night Song' Pearl and smoky quartz cluster earrings!
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Product ID: 13350
Large:
15.0 cm H x 13.5 cm Diam.
Small:
9.0 cm H x 12.0 cm Diam.
view in US/English units
Large:
5.9" H x 5.3" Diam.
Small:
3.5" H x 4.7" Diam.
view in metric units
Weight: 1.2 lbs
Weight: 0.55 kgs
Ceramic
For decorative use only
Not watertight
Ships from NOVICA Office in Peru.
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Ceramic vases, 'Rest Time' (pair)
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