I received a gift certificate to purchase something from Novica to facilitate this review. I was not financially compensated for this post. My opinions are my own and not by any means influenced by any other part.
Fair trade is a social effort whose goal is to help creators of different products in developing countries attain better trading conditions and to support sustainability. Members of the movement support high payment to the artisans that create such goods and products, as well as better-quality social and environmental standards.
Novica
Novica works as a bridge to connect these artisans with the rest of the world so we can enjoy unique gifts and products that we otherwise might have never come in contact with. I first learned about Novica a couple of years ago and since then; I have done a couple of reviews and bought a few of their pieces which I love.
Novica products come from different part of the world and the artisans in the Novica network have always delivered great products and amazing craftsmanship with attention paid to the details…Quite often people have asked me about the different pieces I have purchased in the Novica store.
I specially love the rings, and anklets from their artisans in India…I love the fact that if you like a product from a specific artisan, you can follow that particular artisan’s work and check the different pieces he or she adds to the Novica Store.
Curators
Novica has a curator section that will allow you to follow different collections, which you can search by curators, tags, or collections so you can group your findings.
I have been a big fan of Novica ever since I got my very first product and I can tell you that you can find some very unique one of a kind products that the loved one’s in your holiday list will enjoy!
Shipping is really inexpensive, especially if you consider these little treasures are coming from very far away… It is my personal feeling and opinion that getting the goods from the very same artisan that crafted the piece adds to the uniqueness of the Novica products.
Win it:
Ready for some unique gifts? Novica has kindly offered one lucky Born 2 Impress reader, the chance to win a free $50.00 certificate so you can too join the fair trade world and enjoy the beautifully crafted Novica products.
To enter this giveaway, please use the Giveawy Tools form below:
I’d probably put it towards Women’s Alpaca Wool Solid Shawl, ‘Peruvian Ivory’. The shawl looks very elegant, even timeless. You know, one of those rare pieces which can become a family heirlooms.
Oh, I love NOVICA! I am an earring person – I would put it towrd the “Maya Night” Black Jade Dangle earrings. The information at the site says that the black jade is a source of fertility. Well, I’ll skip THAT part (at my age!), but I’d wear these earrings with total joy! Just gorgeous.
Thank you for introducing me to this site!! I love so many items. I think Id get the Leather Accent Tribal Cotton Shoulder Bag in ‘Naga Midnight’. It is a lovely bag and I really need a new bag. I love how big it is!
For my husband I like the Modern Brown Alpaca sweater. There are too many other items I love for myself so I thought I would go with at least one of the items I love for my husband.
I really love their jewelry, especially their earrings. I’d probably get the Summer Sun earrings of the Rosy Bud earrings. Either would make a great gift for my daughter.
I like the Liquid Confetti Drinkware from Mexico. This glassware is beautiful. I think my son and daughter-in-law would enjoy it, as it is not your average glassware.
I’d get the Midnight Teardrops earrings. I have been drooling over earrings on this site ever since I first visited, Quality and beautiful…I must POSSESS
I would love to get the Mexican Beer Glasses with Cobalt Handle and Rim (Set of 6), ‘Cobalt Beer’.
Sorry, I didn’t see you needed more than 1 sentence. I love these glasses and think they would be great for a party.
I would probably buy the Indian Hand Carved Jali Style Wood Box, ‘Floral Mandala’for my daughter. this is such a pretty but intricate detailed jewelry box. I like that it is replicated of coffers that held treasures. My daughter would find that amazing.
I’ve been a fan of Novica for a while! I love the sculpture, especially the West African. The Abstract Thinking Man is one I’ve been wanting. I also love the Noah’s Ark carved from wood with all the animals! Beautiful!
I would love the garden of love pillow covers–//www.novica.com/itemdetail/?pid=176040
The red and floral pattern would give my boring tan sofa the pop of color that i am looking for. I love that this would go toward supporting artisans from around the world.
Thanks for the chance to win!
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I LOVE the Lilac Princess of the Forest earrings! I’ve been looking for the perfect pair of earrings for awhile now. Lilac is my favorite color as well. It never seen anything like them before.
If I won I’d get the Men’s Peruvian Alpaca Wool Pullover Sweater, ‘Forest Traveler’. Seriously, what beautiful sweaters they have!
I would love the floral paradise covers for the pillows. They are the perfect shade of green and blend of colors for the living room. I love them!
I would get the Beaded Batik Yoga Mat Bag, ‘Java Power’. It is stunning!! I would be so proud walking into yoga and showing off this beautiful bag. So pretty.
I like the Gray Men’s Alpaca Cardigan from Peru, ‘Chakana Traveler’ the most of all in the Novica catalog.
I think that the whole Novica line is awesome. They go with every event that you could go with. I(t is so awesome.
I love so much of their stuff, it is hard to pick. I am looking for a little seat for our entryway where our shoes are. I think I’d pick the african elephant stool. I also like that it is handpainted! Thanks for the chance.
I would love to buy the Monarch Butterfly Fair Trade Taxco Silver Button Earrings. I love how delicate the design is. They look very realistic and beautiful.
If I were to win, I would buy the Confetti pitcher! It is functional and practical. There are so many beautiful items on the website. I am keeping my fingers crossed that I win this giveaway!
I would buy the Grey Alpaca Blend Knit Sweater Top with Batwing Sleeves, ‘Snuggles’ by Roberto Lopez. It looks very comfortable and the color is great! I like that it can be hand washed (the method I prefer). So many of the alpaca sweaters they offer are dry clean only.
I love the silver hand made stacking rings. They would go with almost any outfit. Well, they would be cute for dressing up or dressing down!
I might put it towards some hand blow glasses from Javier & Efren since I already own shot glasses and margarita glasses from them and they are very well made. But I am also eyeing some of their wall art, and I’d love a wall mirror with a unique design as well.
I like the Artisan Jewelry Sterling Silver Choker Moonstone Necklace, ‘Radiance’
Product ID: 100799 By Neeru Goel . It is gorgeous. I would wear it to my son’s wedding.
I’ve liked their batik robes for a while, and I would love to get one for my mom. I especially like the Midnight Starlight one. I’d probably pick one that can be machine-washed, though.
I love the Blue Handblown Glass Cocktail Drinkware (Set of 6), ‘Pure Cobalt’. We badly need new drinking glasses and these are just an amazing color. These artists have been blowing glass for over thirty years! That’s incredible!
I love everything, but I love handbags, and I love the Handmade Brown Leather Handbag, ‘Golden Days’ so me.
I like the Autumn Leaf Recycled Bottle. I could use a great accent color like that in my home. I”m torn though because I also really like the Bright Bougainvillea Handcrafted Terracotta Vase. It’s a different style, but still very cool.
If I won I would get the Budding Beauty Pearl ring. My birthstone is pearl and I have wanted a pearl ring for a while. This one is so pretty and delicate.
If I was the lucky winner, I think I would maybe get the Artisan Crafted Leather and Amethyst Wrap Bracelet, ‘Fortune’s Wisdoms! It is very difficult to choose just one thing. I love everything at Novica!
I like the Floral Sterling Silver Amethyst Earrings , ‘Sunflowers’ as well as many other things they carry.
Thanks for the contest.
I would really love to get the Sterling Silver and Garnet Religious Necklace, ‘Balinese Cross’. I have been wanting a nice cross necklace. This one is really beautiful
What a great store that is. I like that it’s run with National Geographic. I would get a handblown glass recycled pitcher from Mexico! I like that they have local products from around the world to choose from.
I would love to win this contest . I would like to buy the Indian Rose Shoulder Bag. If I won I would give the prize to my mother, she could really use a new purse.
I checked the Jewellry first and really loved so many pieces. Then I checked out the women’s sweaters and liked them as well. I finally checked out the women’s tops and decided on a “Lapis Paisley, Block Print Green Cotton Tunic Top”, which i would gift my daughter if I am lucky enough to win.
Omg what an awesome site. Love what Novica have to offer. A wonderful source of unique gifts. I personally am looking at their Celadon tea pots and tea sets. I collect those so if I am so lucky to be the winner, I would use my $50 Novica towards a purhase of a Celadon tea pot or tea set.
I would like to get the Indian Striped Throw Blanket, ‘Teal Kiss’. It is a nice looking blanket. I know my daughter would enjoy having this for herself.
Oh my goodness so many beautiful things, if I had to choose I would probably pick the Unique Leaf and Tree Steel Wall Art, ‘Willow’. I would give it as a gift to my daughter, you see she has just redone her bedroom and her living room in browns and I think this would be a beautiful piece she would love. However if I were to win I might let her look because I am sure she would find something to accent her newly redesigned rooms, thanks so much
I would choose this item:
Assam Teal
India Handwoven Teal Cotton Shoulder Bag
So lovely!!
I might choose the Silk and Cotton Cushion Covers (Pair), ‘Quiet Dandelions’—or a piece of the wonderful tableware. I am also in love with the Baitk Robes at Novica.
I collect kitty’s and found this Unique Lacquerware Mango Wood, ‘Blue-Eyed Kitty Cat’ it is so cute. I’m glad I took a stroll around their site. They have many nice gift ideas too.
It is always so easy to find items that I love on Novicea. So many are right up my alley. The pick of the day is the Tropical Elite necklace.
I really like the triple hali necklace. Many earrings are nice like the purify pair. So much is gorgeous!
I’d get the Midnight Teardrops earrings. I’m a huge fan of earrings – I can’t even clean house without them! Thanks for introducing me to Novica!
My husband loves African art and mud cloth. I couldn’t find mud cloth. However I found a beautiful African Kente cloth scarf. That would be at the top of my list!
I really would love to have the Frangipani Arabesques earrings! I absolutely love earrings, I have a good sized collection of them! Plus, purple is one of my favorite colors, and these are gorgeous!
I’d love to get their Unique Ceramic Teapot, ‘Lingering Turtle! It’s so adorable, and I could put it to good use!
I like the Hand Crafted Turquoise and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings, ‘Blue Medallion’
I would buy the Mexican Hand Blown Glass Modern Terrarium, ‘Desert Turtle’. I’ve been looking to make a terrarium for awhile and I think this would be the perfect start.
I would love the modern brown alpaca sweater for myself hate to say I would gift this to myself but I could really use a good looking warm sweater. Love to be lucky. Thankyou, Ken
They have so many wonderful things to choose from. I might get the Silent Eagle necklace. The White Colonial Wreath mirror would be nice to have too.
I had forgotten how much I love Novica. I still haven’t got my first piece (of jewelry) yet due to finances but I am going to make it a goal to buy my first piece by March. I loved your review and you helped me look at Novica from a different perspective which is looking at the jewelry, finding pieces that I like and then looking at the whole collection of that artisan and wow did I ever find someone that I just love their jewelry. I bet she is one of your favorites (you mentioned artisans in India and ps> I love anklets too, especially in the summer) her name is Neeru Goel and her work is beautiful! I love the gemstones that she uses, (two of my favorites are garnet and lapis lazuli, they are so rich and vibrant, especially up against silver and she has quite a few made with those gemstones) Thank you & Novica for this giveaway and if I won, it would be a hard decision..lol. I love all of her anklets (I am gonna go sign up with them and make a wishlist after I enter your giveaway so I will add them there) but I think if I won, my first piece would be Neeru’s Handcrafted Sterling Silver Wristband Carnelian Bracelet, ‘Glow of Love’ https://www.novica.com/itemdetail/?pid=175408 Isn’t that beautiful? 🙂 There is a necklace made with the same gemstone Carnelian that I like as well – Heart Shaped Sterling Silver and Carnelian Necklace, ‘Love Declared’ https://www.novica.com/itemdetail/?pid=201171
I only went through 5 of her pages so I bet there are a bunch more treasures to look through. I would be curious to know who one of your favorite artisans are if you want to share. Anyhow, thanks again and good luck everyone!
I love the huge selection Novica has. The handmade jewelry is stunning. I think I would go with the Handmade Solid Throw Blanket, ‘Grey Dove’ for my mom though. She would love it.
I need a new bag, and I really like the Vibrant Tease Embroidered Cotton Shoulder Bag! It’s colorful and totally my style. There are so many different bags I want, it’s hard to really choose.
I really like the selection of jewelry at Novica. I’ve found several really nice gifts there. The Thai Double Heart Pendants on Sterling Silver Necklace, ‘Soul Mates in the Moon’ would be perfect for Valentines day.
I love Talavera pieces, so I’d use it towards this teapot: https://www.novica.com/itemdetail/?pid=195955 and this sugar and creamer set: https://www.novica.com/itemdetail/?pid=195958 . I like the Wilderness pattern a little more than this Flora pattern, but didn’t see this set of pieces in that pattern
They have so many cute things! And all hand made. Even better! I think I’d put this toward the Grey Alpaca Blend Poncho with Hood, ‘Steel Riding Hood’. So cozy!
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I like the masks so I would get the Nazca Moustache mask.
I can’t choose!!! I love the Hammocks and have wanted one forever! The jewelry is beautiful too though and the tableware is amazing!!!!!
I would select the Mexican tree frog. It would be a welcome companion in our house
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This is the first time I have heard of Novica. I absolutely love almost everything they have! I fell in love with the Dad and Me elephants. That would be a great gift for a son to give his father or vice versa. That is what I would get if I won the gift certificate.
this is a great place to shop. I would love to have the Wool Geometric Patterned Tote Handbag, ‘Zapotec Sunshine’. they have a lot of things that I love and it helps people when you shop with them.
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This would be my first choice:
Blue Rayon Batik Full Length Loose Fit Women’s Pants, ‘Ocean Depths’
I love soft loose fabrics as they don’t hurt as they rub on my body, due to fibromyalgia. Yes this really happens but the right clothes can make the situation so much better. The fact that these are gorgeous is just a plus!
Your new site seems to be running just fine.
I do have a comment on the pages where you have GT forms for giveaways.
The new header covers up the GT bubble that shows how many entries I have. I like to know how many I have but can’t see them.
Thanks for a great site.