I recived a gift certiicate to help my buy one of the products in the site in order to do a review. My opinions are my own and not by any means influenced by any other part.
A little over two years ago I learned about Novica….Novica is actually associated with The National Geographic and their site is a gateway that allows artisans from all over the world to promote their work and put them in contact with customers that otherwise would never get to know their work. It gives them the chance to find the one- of- a- kind treasures that each artisan creates. Novica was founded in 1999 and has brought together artisan and clients from all over the world to meet on their website.
I love their products and how very distinctive they are; and I certainly love the idea of getting products from exotic places and helping artisans to get their work to all corners of the globe.
The pieces I have gotten from the Novica website are my most exotic pieces and people always comment on the uniqueness of them.
I have recently learned that Novica has launched a new website with the same basic concepts as the original website, but this new website is collaboration with UNICEF USA!
The UNICEF Market and Novica is a match made in heaven and thanks to the Novica logistics and experience on the field they now have access to a world of beautifully designed treasures from all over the world. And the icing on the cake? When you make a purchase from the UNICEF market, you are not only getting amazing handcrafted products, but part of the proceeds go to the artisans that create the pieces and to help UNICEF to save and protect children.
To try the new site I was given a $50.00 gift certificate which I used to get the Fair Trade India Ankle Jewelry in Turquoise and Sterling Silver, ‘India Trends’.
The India Ankle Jewelry Turquoise and Sterling Silver is an astonishing .925 Sterling silver and turquoise piece that is about: 9.75″ min L – x 10.5″ max L x 0.5″ W with a total of 16 pendants with each pendant measuring about 0.4″ L x 0.4″ W x 0.2″ D each plus a silver dangling charm.
The anklet lays flat on your ankle and makes a cute little noise every time you walk. The anklet is made with great quality materials and impeccable craftsmanship. The artisan did an amazing job bringing these materials together and creating a truly beautiful piece of jewelry.
The anklet has a retail price of $151.95 and the UNICEF market has them for just $82.85 and the purchase of this piece can provide 19 doses of measles vaccine to protect children from this deadly disease to those in need!
One thing you need to know, is that this is a separate website from Novica, so even if you are an existing Novica customer, you will need to sign up for the UNICEF market and create your profile as you would do with Novica the first time you make a purchase.
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UNICEF Market has kindly offered one lucky Born 2 Impress reader, the chance to win a $50.00 gift certificate to use on any product on their site!
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There are so many amazing things in the market, it’s so difficult to find just one. I’m a scarf-girl and I love all the varieties –for any seasons, for any taste. I love Indonesian Floral Silk Scarf, ‘Field of Jasmine’ and Loosely Knitted Pastel Tweed Infinity Scarf from India, ‘Pastel Shadows’
Wow, what gorgeous things! I don’t even have to think about it – I’d get earrings. The “Summoning Mystery” Lilac Jade and Sterling Silver earrings. That Lilac Jade is just amazing – I’ve never seen any other jade that color!!
Unique Modern Wood Mask, ‘Balinese Woman’-this piece spoke to me for some reason. So many beautiful things. What a big world we live in. And such a great foundation.
There are quite a few items I would like. The batik cotton shopping tote bags (set of 3), Jawadwipa Legacy is my favorite but nearly sold out. I like the robes but cannot decide on one.
Well I was trying to find that beautiful bracelet you have pictured above, but when I got to the site they had close to a 1000 women’s bracelets. Many that I would like to have, so I would probably buy a bracelet or some home decor. I love the unique craftsmanship of people from other lands and I am so glad you told us about this store. I did not know it existed.
I would love to get this bracelet-https://www.market.unicefusa.org/itemdetail/?pid=U10205. i love all of the details in this bracelet. It is so intricate!
Thanks for the chance to win!
wildorchid985 AT gmail DOT com
So many beautiful items. I believe I would choose the Handcrafted Fine Silver Filigree Ring, ‘Paisley Shine’. I’ve shopped at Novica several times and have always been so pleased.
I love the Thai Cotton Robe – Gray Day. I would love to get one for my mom, and one for myself.
I would put the GC towards these lovely earrings: https://www.market.unicefusa.org/itemdetail/?pid=U18895. Amethyst is my birth stone and I’m partial to swans.
I need a new table for beside my bed…I’d consider getting the Vintage Look Side Table in Reclaimed Teakwood, ‘Multicolor Rusticity’.
I love the stuff from Thailand. The When Pigs Fly figure is so cute! I love the Blue Welcome Elephants or the Gentle Giant wood carved elephant.
I would put this towards getting a new piece of jewelry! I love the Unique Sterling Silver and Amethyst Women’s Cuff Bracelet, ‘Purple Lace’. The Bohemian Styled Sterling Silver Coin Drop Necklace from Java, ‘Lucky Change’ is really pretty too.
I love the promises unique floral sterling silver bracelet. It is so pretty and would match with almost everything in my closet. Thanks so much! xoxoxo
One item I like is the Peridot Earrings 9 Cts on Sterling Silver Jewelry from India, ‘Summer Allure’, very pretty. Another item is the Fair Trade Wooden Jewelry Box Trimmed with Leather, ‘Secret Treasure’ from the Andes. And I would love to relax in the Hand Made Mexican Striped Mayan Hammock (Double), ‘Tequila Sunrise’
I would buy one of the beautiful wool scarves. My daughter loves them and she would enjoy having one from this marketplace. Thank you for the chance!
I would buy glassware. I keep breaking my glasses. I like the Fair Trade Glassware Set from Mexico (Set of 6), ‘Cobalt Mystique’.
I like a lot of the jewelry they have. I’d likely pick something like the Unique Beaded Turquoise Colored Bracelet, ‘Song of the Sky’. Thanks for the chance to win!