Thursday, May 2, 2013

Novica Mother's Day Gift Guide and Giveaway!




Novica is one of the leading fair trade artisan websites. They work with National Geographic to give talented artisans around the world a place to express their artistic talents and provide access to the world market.


i have always been drawn to unique artwork and clothing from other countries. However, once i became aware that many times artists are not
paid a fair wage for the product i became hesitant to buy many imports.


Novica provides fair trade products made by artisans around the globe.
They want you to know who you're buying from, to feel an attachment to the product, and to the hands that created it. One of my favorite features on the Novica site is that there is an artist story at the bottom of every product. So, you can see the artists who are actually making the items. When you purchase an item from Novica, an artisan card is included with each item.




What makes a Mother's Day gift bought from a NOVICA artisan so special? 

In addition to each gift being handmade with care and attention, it's the human factor behind a NOVICA gift that really counts. Every purchase provides meaningful income for an individual artisan. This brings stability to their family, and helps Moms around the world to give their children the best start in life. 




 You can use the Gift-Finder  to search specifically for Gifts for Mom.  You can also narrow down your search by price, region or select categories like jewelry, sculpture, home decor, clothing, handbags, religious gift, vases and more. You can even search by the type of personality, favorite interests,  Eco-friendly and specific occasions!  It really breaks it down and helps you to find the perfect gift for every mother!





Thanks to the generous folks at NOVICA, One of my reader will win a $50 online  Gift Code to shop at Novica.com  !!  
Please enter using the rafflecopter form below. 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Disclosure: Novica provided me with a gift code to use and one to giveaway. In exchange for a blog post about their Mother's Day Gift Finder. All opinions are my own.   

58 comments:

  1. i love the Sterling silver pendant necklace, 'Elephant Friendship'

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  2. I like the Cotton tote handbag, 'Teal Splendor'

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  3. I would LOVE to one of the handbags, perfect for that next craft project!!!

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  5. The sterling Silver Twin Fish Anklet is so pretty! I love that one.

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  6. I love the Wool scarf, 'Harmony Flowers'!

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  7. I love the Murano handblown vase, 'Carnival Confetti'.

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  8. For me I would pick the Lapis lazuli jewelry set, 'Mystique'.

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  9. The Talavera ceramic serving plate, 'Grand Duchess'is gorgeous!
    bethelderton59 at gmail dot com

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  10. I'd love the Batik robe, 'Ruby Red Nebula'
    bethelderton59 at gmail dot com

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  11. I love the Art glass jewelry set, 'Luminous'.

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  12. I also love the Coconut shell shoulder bag, 'Petite Garden'.

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  13. Prasiolite flower ring, 'Sunflowers' is so very pretty.

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  14. i like Cotton batik robe, 'Red Floral Kimono'

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  15. I'd love to give my very precious 90 year old Mom one of the many exquisite wood sculptures by Wayan Rendah of Bali & Java.

    Last year I bought for myself his inspiring sculpture called "Graceful Arc" which I cherish. Rendah has created many precious and timeless sculptures focusing on that very special and eternal connection and bond between Mother and Child. It's just hard deciding on just one!

    Among my top contenders are his "A Mother's Love" and "I Adore You" Here is another favorite with the link:

    http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/sculpture/wood-sculpture-endless-love/173042/

    Thanks!
    Jesselyn A/Jesstinger
    jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  16. I love the Cultured pearl strand necklace, 'Cross of Faith'

    msgb245 at gmail dot com

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  17. I also like the Tumblers, 'Cobalt Dreams' (set of 6)

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  18. I really like the Wood sculpture, 'Essential Elephant'. So many great items on this website! mary987 (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  19. I am in love with the silver Plumed Serpent earrings by Francisco Sanchez!

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  20. I have an owl-obsessed friend who would love the soapstone owl sculpture with the baby owlet inside.

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  21. I like the silver pendant necklace, ‘Aztec Hummingbird’ by Alon Diller (Mexico)

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  22. love this! Cotton blouse, 'Tangerine Floral'

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  23. I would choose the same thing for myself, the rings are nice too though!

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  24. I would love to get the Carnival Confetti hand blown vase. Beautiful!!







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  25. "Buddha's Golden Greeting Hand" by Ning Charoensri of Thailand
    http://www.novica.com/itemdetail/index.cfm?pid=77967

    Has topped my personal Novica Wish List for as long as I can remember! Armed with a $50 GC I could finally actually afford to purchase it! Thanks for the opportunity - and the great giveaway!

    Jesselyn A/Jesstinger
    Jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  26. I like the Leather wrap bracelet

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  27. my favorite is anything jewelry! they have great pieces on their site.

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  28. I like the Amethyst flower necklace, 'Sacred Lilac Lotus'.

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  29. I also like the Cedar and mahogany sculpture, 'Tree of Life'.

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  30. I would like to get the Cotton and silk shawl, 'Dhar Celebration' for my wife.

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  31. My wife would also like the Blue agate and cedar jewelry box, 'Ocean Amazon'.

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  32. It's so hard to pick just one! I really like the Leather accent cotton shoulder bag, 'Terracotta Trends'.

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  33. I like the ancient sun earrings.

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  34. The Cotton Shoulder Bag 'Assam Garden' is my favorite

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  35. i like the 'sea princess' earrings!!

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  36. They have way too many sweet things to pick just one, but I would probably go for a Buddha carving!

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  37. LOVE this http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/rings/turquoise-and-obsidian-reversible-ring-duality/201017/

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  38. I love the Prasiolite cocktail ring, 'Tropical Frog' from the gift guide

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  39. I'd love to get this for myself - Gold plated blue topaz cocktail ring, 'Chiang Mai Majesty'

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  40. I think my mom would love the Iron key holder, 'Birds on Winter Wood'!

    coriwestphal at msn dot com

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  41. I also like the Gemstone tree, 'Emerald Romance'!

    coriwestphal at msn dot com

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  42. i thin my mom would love this: http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/$100-to-$200/turquoise-choker-caribbean-mosaic/182122/

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  43. i love these earrings: http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/earrings/sterling-silver-dangle-earrings-ancient-sun/181328/

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  44. my fav mother's day gift item is http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/under-$25/talavera-ceramic-bowls-daisy-stars-pair/185468/

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  45. and i'd like for myself http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/accessories/scarves/silk-and-cotton-scarf-magic-garden/196231/

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  46. I really like the Garnet pendant, 'January Carnation'. That's my birthstone and its beautiful.

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  47. I'd also like to have the Women's batik robe, 'Kissed by Violet'. It is so pretty and looks really comfy.

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  48. I like the Cotton and Leather Shoulder bag 'Evening Dew"

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  49. I love this necklace--http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/necklaces/jade-pendant-necklace-praise-love/175682/


    Entered the Rafflecopter form as "Wild Orchid"

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

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  50. I like the Batik robe - 'Ruby Red Nebula' http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/clothing/batik-robe-ruby-red-nebula/206324/

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  51. I like the Wood flower necklace, 'Chrysanthemum Star'

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  52. I'd choose: Shoulder bag, 'Gujrati Mandalas'

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  53. I like the Wall Sculpture Violet Hummingbird!
    http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/$25-to-$50/iron-wall-sculpture-violet-hummingbird-large/197944/


    Deborah

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  54. I also like these earrings:
    http://mothers-day-gifts.novica.com/$25-to-$50/lapis-lazuli-dangle-earrings-majestic-blue/204708/

    Deborah

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  55. I would like the Ceramic salt and pepper cups, 'Swimming Turtles' for myself!

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  56. I would like the Turquoise and cultured pearl Y-necklace, 'Dew Blossom' for my mom!

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