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Three Kings Day and The Rosca de Reyes Bread
byTalavera-style Tableware Playful Devotion The biblical story of Three Kings Day, or Día de los Santos Reyes, tells the tale of the Three Wise…
Love Struck- A Story for Valentine’s Day from Zayd Makarim
byWe asked Zayd Makarim, the incredible sterling silver and gemstone jewelry designer from Bali and Java, what Valentine’s Day meant to him. He wasted…
A Time to Renew!
byHere’s to new beginnings, trying new things, and experiencing the world in new ways. The New Year is not just for making resolutions about…
Erasmus Philip Ahorlu Wishes to Share His Success
byAs the year draws to a close, we asked West African woodcarver, Erasmus Philip Ahorlu, how he celebrated his successes this year. He happily…
NOVICA is now a B-Corp!
byWe’re so excited to share this incredible news… as you already know, NOVICA is part of an amazing community of companies that are changing…
Warm wishes from around the world!
byYou make a difference in so many lives. A huge difference. We all appreciate you so much! Please receive a warm, grateful embrace from…
Themed Jewelry Gifts to Match Any Style
byMaking Spirits Bright Whether you’re dressing up for a glamorous holiday party or staying in for a home cooked meal, the perfect piece of…
The lives you’ve touched – Artisans Talk to Us
byAs another year winds to a close, we want to tell you just how much you mean to all of us at NOVICA. Your…
How one jewelry artisan challenges us to think differently about limitations.
byIt’s impossible not to be in awe of Omayra. This Colombian-born, Costa Rican artisan is a tremendous jewelry maker, painter, wood carver, and practitioner…
Smithsonian Folklife Festival Partners with NOVICA
byIn September 2021, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival announced its new partnership with NOVICA United, Inc. to showcase artisan-crafted items from around the world. Smithsonian…
Hello Colombia! We’re welcoming new artisans into the family.
byWhile the Zenú artisans may be new to NOVICA, they are hardly new to the world. An indigenous people from Colombia, the Zenú have…
Green Global Travel Features NOVICA Ornaments in its Gift Guide
byNOVICA is honored to be placed in the number one position on Green Global Travel’s holiday gift guide! NOVICA’s handcrafted Christmas ornaments were showcased…
Go Eat Give Features NOVICA’s Undiscovered Subscription Box in list of gifts that give back
byIn their annual gift guide, Go Eat Give gives a place of honor to our Undiscovered Subscription Box service. The list places emphasis on…
NOVICA.com Announces its Global Collection of Handmade “Holiday Gifts and Christmas Ornaments that Make a Difference”
byThe world’s largest online impact marketplace brings handmade holiday gifts with cultural significance and meaningful stories to shoppers across the globe LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA,…
World’s Largest Impact Marketplace, NOVICA, expands its reach by launching dedicated website for Canadian shoppers
byMillions of Canadians can now purchase and direct-ship seamlessly from master artisans in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, November 9,…
How one Peruvian craftsman became a living legend of retablo art.
byMastery in Miniature In the 1980s, Alejandro Chavez was given a terrible choice: join the terrorist group Sendero Luminoso that was destroying his rural…
How one Mexican ornament maker spreads love during the holidays.
byHeart of the Matter The rules are ancient, rooted in tradition. The wood must be cut only on the full moon. Claudio Ojeda, who…
In Pursuit of Perfection – J. Borges
byJ. Borges didn’t learn to write his name until he was 12 years old. In total, he attended school for ten months of his…
How a Ghanaian ceramicist and jewelry-maker, Samuel Lovi, breathes life into clay.
byThe Feel of an Object Rustic and gorgeously raw, each one of Samuel Lovi’s ceramic sculptures conveys a mood and a feel, as much…
On Thankfulness – A Message From NOVICA Co-Founder, Armenia Nercessian
byDear Friends, A deepening sense of togetherness often emerges from upheavals, doesn’t it? As we look back on these pandemic years of worry,…
All Due Respect – An Indian jali carver recounts his journey from struggling artisan to award-winning master.
byWay back in 2004, an unknown jali carver walked into a NOVICA office. The meeting would change his life, and ours. Gulam Rasool remembers…
Exquisite Jewelry Boxes, Chests and Rolls
byKeeper of Secrets It holds priceless keepsakes, passed down through the years. New jewelry splurges that lift the spirit. Tokens and memories of adventures…
Indian Artisans Honor Gandhi’s Philosophical Legacy
byWe often remember Mahatma Gandhi for his inspiring lessons on non-violence and the importance of embodying the change you want to see in the…
The Strategist Features the UNDISCOVERED Subscription Box
byFor the holidays, The Strategist has chosen the best subscription boxes for every person calling the list “Gifts They Might Actually Want.” NOVICA’s…
Jose Arriola’s Ornaments Add To The Vitality of the Season
byFrom first sight, Jose Arriola’s artwork inspires joy. His ornaments and figurines combine delicate carvings, vibrant colors, and unique themes. There are hummingbirds adorned with bright…
Indigenous People Save Traditional Crafts
byOn October 11th, we celebrated the history and culture of indigenous peoples around the world. In honor of the $114.2 million you’ve helped…
How one Alpaca artisan pays homage to the past
byMeet Maria Cutipa Chestnut-brown flowers laced with blue vines, geometric patterns in perfect symmetry, timeless knits that link the ancient past with the…
Essential Costa Rica – Fall in Love with the Work of Artisans
byCosta Rica is known throughout the world for its commitment to sustainability and peace. Over the last four years, we’ve discovered another source…
NOVICA.com and International Trade Centre (United Nations/WTO agency) Partner to Empower Artisans Worldwide – Including Remote Artisans Devastated by COVID’s Impact on Tourism
byPartnership brings hope and opportunity to struggling artisans Los Angeles, September 29, 2021 – NOVICA.com, the world’s largest online impact marketplace, has partnered…
How one Balinese silversmith pours gratitude into his work
byA Simple Grain of Rice Let’s take a jaunt over to Bali as the stunning and iconic rice terraces of the island prepare for…