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Showing posts with label klismos chair. Show all posts

May 5, 2013

Mother's Day gift ideas...from NOVICA...

Hello and Happy Sunday!  I have a special treat for you from Novica, which is a new site to shop for goods made around the world in association with National Geographic  

When I was little, I used to love reading National Geographic because it gave me insight into other cultures and people around the world. This was where I first learned about Mt. Everest and the Himalayas. Where I learned about people living in Africa with different customs, clothes, food and jewelry. Places with no cars, telephones, TV's or books.  Novica is a unique marketplace where artisans from around the world can showcase their creations in one place, and give us, the consumers, a real connection to where its from, and more importantly, who crafted it, whether jewelry, furniture, handbags or art. Each item includes a full story and history of the artisan.

I have chosen some great items for Mom, or birthday, or gift for someone that you may need. I have been on the lookout for unique handbags, and I think I found what I'm looking for. Rather than buy a handbag from Macy's that was made in China, I would rather buy a one of a kind from an artisan who is trying to make a living in a remote part of the world.  Here are some gift ideas:

Please note that all of these are available with FREE GIFT WRAP!!

Gorgeous sterling silver pendant - Modern Heart necklace - $38.99
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Zapotec cotton bedspread - 'Emerald Fields' - $169.95 (King size)
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'Ebony Chic' cotton jewelry case - $49.95
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Cotton handbag - 'Blue Butterflies' - $21.49
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Cotton shoulder bag - 'Shadow of the Forest' - $49.95
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Rustic marble backgammon Set - $72.95
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Reclaimed teakwood chair - $189.99
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Cotton + Leather shoulder bag - 'Evening Dew' - $89.99
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Be sure to check out the following links as well:

Unique Gifts for Mom
Jewelry Gifts for Mom
Necklace Gifts for Mom
Religious Gifts for Mom
Sculpture Gifts for Mom

You can also join their site of curators: Novica Curators
and create your own collections like Elizabeth Gilbert
has - the author of 'Eat Pray Love' !!


(all images courtesy Novica.com)

I received a gift certificate and after viewing all the
fantastic products, I will have a hard time choosing  
what I want. I hope you enjoy learning about this wonderful
artisan site - have a great day!!




August 30, 2010

More classic design...

The Klismos chair has been around for centuries, literally. Designed by the ancient Greeks in the 5th century BC, we are still resting our behinds on this beauty. The style reappeared in France in the 1700's, then in England and eventually in America. It will simply never go out of style. This particular chair is the 'Watersnake' Klismos by Paul Marra Design and is natural lizard watersnake.

Do you own a Klismos chair? Would you like to?

(image courtesy decorati.com)