Novica Artisan Gifts: Win a $50 Gift Card! (Now Closed)

July 9, 2010 · 129 comments

Imagine a basket weaver in Indonesia, carefully crafting a work of art in their village. Then imagine that work of art displayed in your home.

That’s the concept behind Novica, a leading fair trades artisan website which offers thousands of unique items from around the world. NOVICA, in cooperation with National Geographic, gives thousands of talented artists a way to be part of a world wide market via the web. This opportunity is life-changing for these artists and their families.

I am honored to help spread the word about Novica and their mission. With thousands of hand crafted products to choose from, including beautiful home decor and sterling silver jewelry, there is something for everyone at Novica, to fit any budget.

Since I recently moved to a new (to us) home, I wanted something special to warm up the bare walls. I must say, it was a very difficult choice with so many amazing items to choose from.

I finally selected this unique tapestry, handmade by a woman named Meena from India:

tapestry It will soon grace the wall of our family room, and be a constant reminder of a humble life across the globe. I look forward to showing my children on a map where our special wall hanging began its journey.

Novica has generously offered two Keeping the Kingdom First readers a chance to own a handcrafted work of art.

New customers can also enjoy $10 off a purchase of $40 or more with coupon code NOVICA243 at checkout.

Enter to win 1 of (2) $50 Novica Gift Cards:

1. Leave a comment below: Visit Novica, take a look around. Come back and share what you would choose!

If you are reading via email or in a reader, please click through to the post to enter.

For up to (2) Bonus Entries (leave a separate comment)

2. If you are a subscriber or follower (thank you!), leave a comment. You may subscribe for free updates via RSS or email, and/or become a “fan” of KingdomFirstMom on Facebook.

3. Become a fan of Novica on Facebook or follow them on Twitter.

This giveaway will end on Tuesday, July 13th at 11:59 pm CST. The winner will be drawn using Random.org, and notified via email.

Disclosure: Novica provided the gifts cards for this giveaway, along with one for myself to experience their website. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

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1 Amy P July 9, 2010 at 2:39 pm: I love the Eggshell mosaic centerpiece! The jewelry is amazing too! Thank you for the chance!
2 Amy P July 9, 2010 at 2:39 pm: I am a subscriber!
3 Kara July 9, 2010 at 2:39 pm: Maldonada wool cushion covers
4 Kara July 9, 2010 at 2:40 pm: already a subscriber
5 Rebecca July 9, 2010 at 2:42 pm: Some of the drop earrings are pretty, I liked the teak birdhouse too.
6 Rebecca July 9, 2010 at 2:43 pm: I subscribe
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7 Lyra Schroeder July 9, 2010 at 2:53 pm: My husband just got me a gift from here for our anniversary! I like the backgammon sets—probably the mythic lovers one!
8 Lyra Schroeder July 9, 2010 at 2:54 pm: I am a fan of keeping the kingdom first on FB!
9 Lyra Schroeder July 9, 2010 at 2:54 pm: Just liked Novica on FB
10 Jeni Rule July 9, 2010 at 3:30 pm: Would love to have one in my home!! Very nice
11 Jeni Rule July 9, 2010 at 3:31 pm: I’m a subscriber
12 Sarah July 9, 2010 at 4:49 pm: Fan on facebook of you
13 Sarah July 9, 2010 at 4:50 pm: facebook fan of Novica
14 Sarah July 9, 2010 at 4:55 pm: I would probably get a centerpiece such as the lacquered bamboo centerpiece bowl “The forest” by an artist from Thailand
15 LAMusing July 9, 2010 at 5:45 pm: I’d get the Revolution sterling silver earrings
16 LAMusing July 9, 2010 at 5:46 pm: I like Novica on Facebook
(as AdrianeCoros)
17 Deanna July 9, 2010 at 6:26 pm: Something that smells good like candles….or a birhouse for the yard.
18 Deanna July 9, 2010 at 6:26 pm: I am a subscriber
19 Sara July 9, 2010 at 6:50 pm: The necklaces are amazing, I wouldn’t even know were to start. Thanks.
20 Ruth Hill July 9, 2010 at 7:30 pm: I love the tropical passion hammock.
21 Ruth Hill July 9, 2010 at 7:31 pm: e-mail subscriber
22 Tamara B. July 9, 2010 at 8:36 pm: I would get the beautiful Red Pitcher
http://www.novica.com/itemdetail/index.cfm?pid=125294

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23 Tamara B. July 9, 2010 at 8:38 pm: I am a “fan” of KingdomFirstMom on Facebook (Tamara Bennington)
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24 Tamara B. July 9, 2010 at 8:39 pm: I am a “fan” of Novica on Facebook (Tamara Bennington)
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25 Tara @ Froogaloo July 9, 2010 at 8:44 pm: Leather and mahogany magazine rack, ‘Songbirds’
26 Tara @ Froogaloo July 9, 2010 at 8:44 pm: subscribe in reader
27 Tara @ Froogaloo July 9, 2010 at 8:45 pm: follow Novica on twitter
28 Jennifer V July 9, 2010 at 10:35 pm: I would choose the Ceramic statuette, ‘Lord of the Dead’. Thanks!
29 Jennifer V July 9, 2010 at 10:35 pm: I subscribe via email.
30 Mallery Cowan July 9, 2010 at 11:37 pm: I follow them on twitter
31 Mallery Cowan July 9, 2010 at 11:37 pm: I am an email subscriber
32 Mallery Cowan July 9, 2010 at 11:39 pm: I would get the wooden my heart and yours
33 Megan C July 10, 2010 at 12:12 am: Love your site. This was my first night visiting! I added you on facebook, added novica, and looked at the novica site.

If I won I would choose one of the following:

Women’s batik robe, ‘Deep Blue Sea ‘by Nyoman Nadri
***because I could use a new robe that reminded me of all I accomplished in the day and that it was finally time to relax**

or

Drinking glasses, ‘Cobalt Classics’ (set of 6) by Javier and Efren
****because I lost ours in our most recent move and plastic is fine but I want glass again!***
.-= Megan C´s last blog ..How to Build a Solar Heating Unit =-.
34 tonya b. July 10, 2010 at 5:44 am: Wow! What a great site! I love the Applique wall hanging, ‘Flamingos and Flowers’. It would look great in a child’s playroom. I thought the wine holder was unique as well. There are so many things on this site from the jewelry to the paintings that would make great gifts as well.

Thanks for sharing!
35 jamie k July 10, 2010 at 12:37 pm: i like the candle holders
36 jamie k July 10, 2010 at 12:38 pm: i am a subscriber to your email and a facebook fan of yours.
37 jamie k July 10, 2010 at 12:39 pm: fan of Novica on facebook
38 Chandra July 10, 2010 at 2:02 pm: I would choose th Ceramic flower pot, ‘Allende’.
39 Chandra July 10, 2010 at 2:03 pm: I am an e-mail subscriber and a fan on Facebook.
40 Chandra July 10, 2010 at 2:03 pm: I am a fan of Novica on Facebook.
41 lilshuga2001 July 10, 2010 at 2:04 pm: I heart the marcasite lotus necklace!!!!
42 Lynda Del July 10, 2010 at 6:03 pm: I really like the Cotton wraparound dress, ‘Sassy Scarlet’!
43 Lynda Del July 10, 2010 at 6:04 pm: I’m a subscriber via RSS Feed (Google Reader).
44 Lynda Del July 10, 2010 at 6:06 pm: I really like the Cotton wraparound dress, ‘Sassy Scarlet’! It looks great!
45 Beth July 10, 2010 at 6:06 pm: I would get the blue butterfly wall hanging
46 Lynda Del July 10, 2010 at 6:06 pm: I “LIKE” Novica on Facebook! ID: Lynda Castillo
47 Sarah G July 10, 2010 at 7:32 pm: I would love to get my hubby the wooden chest set!
48 Sarah G July 10, 2010 at 7:33 pm: I’m a subscriber, via Google Reader.
49 Sarah G July 10, 2010 at 7:33 pm: I’m following Novica on Twitter. (@hawaiismn)
50 Aimee W. July 10, 2010 at 11:35 pm: Such a tough decision — Novica has such a HUGE selection! Here are a few of my favorite items:

* Cotton dress, ‘Ebony Leaves’
* Modal dress, ‘Victorious Black’
* Silk dress, ‘Moving in Joy’

Thanks!