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.   
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56 comments:

  1. Vunda VallMay 2, 2013 at 8:33 AM

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

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  2. ClanoriMay 2, 2013 at 8:44 AM

    I like the Cotton tote handbag, 'Teal Splendor'

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  3. AnonymousMay 2, 2013 at 8:55 AM

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

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  4. UnknownMay 2, 2013 at 9:05 AM

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  5. UnknownMay 2, 2013 at 9:09 AM

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

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  6. lokiwomanMay 2, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    I love the Wool scarf, 'Harmony Flowers'!

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  7. UnknownMay 2, 2013 at 3:25 PM

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

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  8. UnknownMay 2, 2013 at 3:27 PM

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

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  9. BethEldertonMay 2, 2013 at 4:56 PM

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

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  10. BethEldertonMay 2, 2013 at 4:58 PM

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

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  11. Realia MazingMay 2, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    i love the mango wood vases!

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  12. Lynda DelMay 3, 2013 at 1:58 AM

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

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  13. Lynda DelMay 3, 2013 at 1:58 AM

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

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  14. June LMay 3, 2013 at 3:42 PM

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

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  15. KATMay 3, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    i like Cotton batik robe, 'Red Floral Kimono'

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  16. Salleefur/Jesselyn/JessterMay 3, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    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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  17. Suburban prepMay 3, 2013 at 9:02 PM

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

    msgb245 at gmail dot com

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  18. Suburban prepMay 3, 2013 at 9:03 PM

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

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  19. Jill DMay 4, 2013 at 10:36 AM

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

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  20. UnknownMay 4, 2013 at 6:22 PM

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

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  21. UnknownMay 4, 2013 at 6:23 PM

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

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  22. CreatingMyLifeMay 4, 2013 at 8:45 PM

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

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  23. AndreaMay 5, 2013 at 2:01 AM

    love this! Cotton blouse, 'Tangerine Floral'

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  24. AndreaMay 5, 2013 at 2:02 AM

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

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  25. MelissaMay 5, 2013 at 4:36 PM

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







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  26. Salleefur/Jesselyn/JessterMay 5, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    "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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  27. Lilith KatzMay 5, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    I like the Leather wrap bracelet

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  28. bunnyswaggMay 5, 2013 at 9:26 PM

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

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  29. wizardewuMay 5, 2013 at 9:27 PM

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

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  30. wizardewuMay 5, 2013 at 9:30 PM

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

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  31. HowellMay 5, 2013 at 10:15 PM

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

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  32. HowellMay 5, 2013 at 10:17 PM

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

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  33. dawn keenan (newnameford) May 5, 2013 at 10:26 PM

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

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  34. AshleyMay 6, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    I like the ancient sun earrings.

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  35. Erika P.May 6, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    The Cotton Shoulder Bag 'Assam Garden' is my favorite

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  36. kimMay 7, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    i like the 'sea princess' earrings!!

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  37. the famMay 7, 2013 at 4:47 PM

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

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    1. the famMay 7, 2013 at 4:51 PM

      http://www.novica.com/itemdetail/index.cfm?pid=161959

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  38. the famMay 7, 2013 at 4:49 PM

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

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  39. Pinky SadeMay 8, 2013 at 3:09 AM

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

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  40. Pinky SadeMay 8, 2013 at 3:10 AM

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

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  41. judy gardnerMay 8, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    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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  42. judy gardnerMay 8, 2013 at 9:39 PM

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

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  43. AnonymousMay 9, 2013 at 2:00 AM

    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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  44. AnonymousMay 9, 2013 at 2:01 AM

    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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  45. Cheryl ChervitzMay 9, 2013 at 8:51 AM

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

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  46. Cheryl ChervitzMay 9, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    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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  47. Sue DMay 9, 2013 at 9:50 AM

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

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  48. UnknownMay 9, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    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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  49. VesperMay 9, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    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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  50. KristenMay 9, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    I like the Wood flower necklace, 'Chrysanthemum Star'

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  51. KristenMay 9, 2013 at 3:14 PM

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

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  52. DebbyMay 9, 2013 at 4:32 PM

    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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  53. DebbyMay 9, 2013 at 4:34 PM

    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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  54. Lucid Moon StudioMay 10, 2013 at 10:03 AM

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

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  55. Lucid Moon StudioMay 10, 2013 at 10:06 AM

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

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