By Elizabeth
This is one of the two teak wood/heart -shaped bookmarks that were offered on NOVICA and since I am a voracious reader, I purchased one of each for myself. Upon receiving them, I now know I will be buying more of them for the people that I know in life that read almost as much as I do. The heart that tops the bookmark is such a thoughtful addition and will convey an even greater message to the people that I know who are readers.
By Marnie
I have ordered a number of worry dolls from the Lopez Garcia Family and have found that they make the cutest, most individual looking worry dolls I have ever seen. These adorable Love and Hope doll pairs are so sweet. I gave one pair to a dear friend of mine and he loved them, as do I. A nice way to share some love and hope with someone.
By Allison
These are beautiful! I have always carried pocket stones. These are the perfect size. I gave one to my son.
"...the Mayan princess Ixmucane received a gift from the sun god, making her able to solve any person's problem. Later, people began creating dolls with whom they'd share their problems."
"My name is Aura Lopez and my family creates quitapena, or 'worry dolls,' which are traditional in Guatemala and Mexico. According to the legend... read more
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