September 18, 2012

Novica Review and a Giveaway!

Hey everybody, I have some pretty exciting news!! I am partnering with Novica to host my first ever review and giveaway! Do you guys know about Novica? I had heard of them before, but never seen the wide array of products they offer, all fair trade certified and in association with National Geographic. See their mission statement here. Novica contacted me a few weeks ago, asking if I wanted to do a product review? Heck yes! And what's even better, one lucky reader will win a giftcard to shop across any of Novica's product lines!! Cool, right?! Details on the giveaway at the end of this post.

I went to their website and was really surprised at the variety of product they offer...everything from bells to finger-puppets, tapestries to capri pants, and TONS of beautiful silver jewelry, like all these cool Silver Cocktail Rings. 

 After much deliberation, I ordered these pillow covers.
HERE
I haven't received them yet, but I will let you know when I do...I can't wait! I really love the delicate embroidery and the colors are so pretty.

One thing about ordering from Novica: because they are partnering with artisans for fair trade, quantities are limited! If you see something you love, you should probably get it, since it might not be there later.

Here are some of my favorite picks from their site:

Gorgeous Choker Here. I want this!
 

1. Here        2. Here




1. Here    2. Here

In addition to the pillows covers I ordered, there were sooo many really neat ones to choose from. 1. Here 2. Here.

My favorite thing on the whole site was probably 1. this sweet little enameled brass bowl...so pretty!  2. this pineapple spoon rest would be perfect to stash jewelry in.


Cool Artwork 1. 2. 3. 4.


In the southwest, these tumblers are a staple in tableware. 1. 2.


Super cool, graphic tapestry, here.

See? So many options! 

Now about the giveaway......
One reader will win a Novica gift certificate in the amount of $37.50! This giveaway will be open until Sept. 26th at midnight, and is open to U.S. residents only, in the 48 contiguous states (Novica ships worldwide, from what I can tell, but the shipping amount to anywhere other than the states would eat up the entire gift card!)
To enter, 'follow' me, if you don't do so already, and leave me a comment (scroll to bottom of post and click 'click here to leave a comment!')
For an additional entry, leave me a comment telling me which Novica item is your favorite.
For an extra entry, 'like' my facebook page here.

Winner will be selected using Random.org's true random number generator.

**I was compensated with a giftcard code to purchase product from the Novica website, in exchange for a review. All thoughts and opinions are 100% mine.



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30 comments:

Re said...

awesomeness!!

gfc follower - Reeva M.

Christi said...

I HAVE purchased from Novica before! I love the concpt of real artisans creating unique items :) I can't wait to read your review!

Melissa said...

I'm a new follower via GFC! melsm529@gmail.com

Melissa said...

I like you on facebook too!

Melissa said...

I love the tablewear, especially the "blue grace" glass pitcher!

Re said...

I like the Angel Divine sculpture.

Re said...

liked you on facebook - Re Morgan

SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime said...

I'm a follower

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missreneer said...

I am a GFC Follower (missreneer)
Thanks for the awesome giveaway :)

Renee
fattybumpkins at yahoo dot com

missreneer said...

My favorite item is the Guatemalan Fry Up wood spatula set.

Renee
fattybumpkins at yahoo dot com

missreneer said...

I like HayesTone on Facebook
Username: Fatty Bumpkins

Renee
fattybumpkins at yahoo dot com

SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime said...

I'm a fan on fb

SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime said...

i like their Vases, 'Blue Hurricane' (set of 3) for my living room :)

Unknown said...


I follow you publicly on GFC! -- Wild Orchid
wildorchid985 @ gmail dot com

Unknown said...

I like you on FB -- Wild Orchid
wildorchid985 @ gmail dot com

Unknown said...

I would love to get this scarf-
http://www.novica.com/itemdetail/index.cfm?pid=112513

wildorchid985 @ gmail dot com

greaxed said...

following this blog

greaxed said...

I would enjoy having the celadon ceramic pair of lucky cats since I'm big on feng shui.

J Kelly said...

I follow you via GFC user name Juli Kelly

juliek527@yahoo.com

melmorgan4 said...
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melmorgan4 said...

I follow you on GFC as melmorgan4

melmorgan4 said...

I like you on FB as Mell MOrgan

melmorgan4 said...

I like this bracelet.
http://jewelry.novica.com/bracelets/cuff/turquoise/calcite-cuff-bracelet-thai-supreme/181850/

Elena G said...

I follow you publicly on GFC (Elena Shkinder-Gugel).
elena.cacahuete(at)gmail(dot)com

Elena G said...

I like the 100% alpaca sweater, "Silver Charm" by Alfredo Falcon.
elena.cacahuete(at)gmail(dot)com

Elena G said...
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LolaLittleRock said...

I found you from pinterest and your fabulous ideas for floor cloths! Can't wait to try it with the poly and see how it stands up to my sweet pup

LolaLittleRock said...

I'm eyeing those hammocks and silver earrings:)

Laura/Hayestone/Design Share said...

Thanks everybody for entering! @Elena, I can only give you two entries, because I don't see you as having 'liked' my facebook page...I looked and looked, but couldn't find you! @LolaLittleRock, I'm so sorry but the entry period had ended Wednesday, Sept. 26th at midnight PST., so I have to discount your entry...:-( Maybe next time...

I will be announcing the winner soon, so stay tuned! Thanks again, everybody!

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