Artisan World Market

leading a eco friendly fashion lifestyle

My hubby flashed me with that look when I was oggling Oakley watches at the store display in the mall. I had to assure him that I was only ‘looking’ - just window shopping in other words. I am switching more to a eco friendly fashion lifestyle of late. Even when it comes to shopping for sunglasses and other accessories, eco friendly sunglasses or jewelry made from recycled materials are coming top in my list. For a great one stop shop for eco friendly fashion goods including clothing, shoes, gifts and others. Even if you are not a big time fan for eco friendly stuff, you can start simple by learning how to conserve energy in your house! For instance, switch off the power when your electrical goods are not in use! For eco fashionistas, check out the eco friendly store at GreenLoop now!

buy used furniture to save

One of the ways to save on your home furniture when moving into a new home at a tight budget is to check out discount furniture online. Discount or used furniture doesn’t mean that the furniture is of low quality but it simply means paying less for quality stuff, as long as you take your time to find the right ones.

Since there are home owners buying new furnitures everyday, they may be thinking of ways to get rid of their used furniture and sometimes, these used furniture can be one of a kind that cannot be found in the home furnishing stores anymore, especially the ethnic or artistic ones. In other words, you may end up with an unique piece of furniture at a discounted price, simply because it’s been used.

prepare your personalized wedding invitations early

The last thing you want on our wedding day is an acne popping out on your face, isn’t it? I can imagine the stress every bride would be going through months before her wedding so it is important to take things easy and steal time to relax to avoid that unwanted breakouts.

One of the things I enjoy most in the entire wedding planning process is searching for unique and creative wedding invitations. I believe you can try out your creative skills by personalizing your wedding invitations but if you can’t spare the time, there are lots of unique wedding invitations for your pick in various online stores. You should always try to shop early for your wedding invitations once your wedding theme is decided. That way, you can allow time for amendments and more time for the wedding invitations to be printed and mailed to your guests.

let’s reuse and recycle!

I first heard of these colourful and good looking EnviroSax bags last year and my, these bags sure influence anyone to be more eco conscious! Lightweight, washable, versatile and durable, these roomy Envirosax bags make great shopping bags too! You can place all your shopping purchases in the spacious bag including all your personal belongings, digital gadgets, HDMI splitter, baby stuff and more!

This is a set of five Flora bags or five Mikado bags (see “Views”), contained in a pouch. The pouch is small enough to fit into a glove compartment or a medium to large handbag. No more excuses for leaving your ‘green bags’ at home!

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mineral makeup for a natural finish

The internet is just a wonderful place to find information, isn’t it? I love searching for new things in the web, get acquainted with new designers and budding artists in their respective niches.

I’m not sure about you but I use the search engines for anything these days. Job seekers use it to search jobs and submit their CVs and others use it to deepen their knowledge in their interests. You could submit your Philadelphia resumes or search for the latest finds in any category.

As a mineral makeup fan, I’m glad to find Lauren Hutton mineral makeup collection this morning. Most makeup available today is formulated for younger women. A retired model, when Lauren was 46, she began researching, experimenting, and even mixing and blending my own products to create lightweight, sheer, shimmer-free formulas that enhanced my features instead of masking them. Plus, all of her makeup products are cruelty free–they are never tested on animals. Application technique and the right tools are just as important and Lauren Hutton mineral makeup is created with this in mind. For a whole collection of her mineral makeup, check out Lauren Hutton official website.

alpaca wool wrap anyone?

Everyday, the artisan world market is growing with more independent artists and creative designers jumping onto the bandwagon. I was going to read up some diet pill reviews when I was distracted by some artistic finds in novica again.

Any seen an alpaca or pet one before? While I was studying in Perth ten years ago, I visited an alpaca farm. At first sight, I found the animals a little ‘weird’ looking but after spending a few moments beholding their mannerisms, I found that to be one of the mildest animals. Gentle and meek, a little like sheep and a camel.

So when I saw this alpaca wool wrap at Novica, I find a little warm. Peru’s Alfredo Falcon fashions this beautiful, full length wrap from a luxurious alpaca blend. Unparalleled in softness and warmth, this elegant wrap is a must for winter wardrobe. He combines weaving by hand and on classic machinery, remaining true to Inca and colonial motifs. I would like for the world to receive through my work high quality products, with modern colors and traditional motifs.

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Alfredo Falcon selects solid black to combine with everything from jewel tones to tweed. This cloak is woven from a luxurious alpaca wool blend, unparalleled in softness and warmth. Elegant and versatile, it is a must for the winter wardrobe.


cow clock from recycled kitchen pieces

The reputation of using recycled materials for artisan and designer goods is getting popular these days. After all, it feels great to play a part in protecting the environment while embracing our love for tasteful designs around us. Just like this cute Cow Clock. Complete with a bread pan face and serving spoon ears, this fabulous clock is handmade from recycled kitchen pieces to form a cow with character. Set this cheerful wall clock in your kitchen and you’ll start every day off with a smile. And he’ll make sure you’re not late for work, too. Place it on the wall in your dining area or living space while you enjoy your favourite Olympics program on your LCD tv well placed on your plasma mount.

artisan beauty: organic clay facial mask

For the beauty divas who embrace the philosophies of living organic and choosing the natural, check out these organic clay facial masks. This deep cleansing, surface-exfoliating, pore-shrinking formulation is ideal for all skin types, particularly for oily skin. As the mineral rich clay dries, it draws out toxins from the surface of your skin. Literally soaking up impurities, it leaves your skin feeling clean, refreshed and pure.

The all natural clay masks contain the very best bentonite clays in the world. The clay comes from volcanic ash created not long after the earth began its cooling period. It contains nearly every mineral found on earth. Our botanical extracts and essential oils are always certified organic.

Every natural ingredient is selected based on its therapeutic properties and purity. We have a commitment to use only earth friendly and all natural elements. These are ingredients you would actually want to put on your face. No animal fats, harsh chemicals or synthetic fragrances.

Essential oils like Jasmine and Roman Chamomile work together as natural antiseptics; Bergamot and Melissa essential oils smooth and tone irritated skin. Once the mask is removed, your skin emerges feeling markedly firmer, purified and bright. The firmer feel is evident from the first time you use it.

silk batif scarf for a great birthday gift idea

If you haven’t discovered the artistic and unique handmade finds at Novica, you should. This is a great online store for me when I need an original tapestry or a pair of artisan earrings for an occasion. Besides the creative range of ceramics and pottery which make great family gift ideas, there is a huge collection of shawls, scarves and wraps for those who are seeking an artisan touch.

Silk batik scarf, 'Feminine'

This silk batik scarf stole my heart this morning when I was searching for a birthday gift for my close sister friend who had been on Lipovox for a while. She is that sort of gal who gets very conscious about her flabby tummy and extra weight after the birthday of her second newborn. For Handmade and Unique Clothing and Accessories from Around the World, Novica has lots to offer. This Silk batik scarf, ‘Feminine’ shows soft pastel colors make this a very feminine fashion accessory from Melati’s Collection. Working in batik, Artisan Melati creates delightful floral motifs and graceful ferns on a fringed silk scarf.

summer wear at summer time

You don’t need to wait till you get that slender body of a celebrity to flaunt your summer bikini. Summer time is a great time to shop for cute body stockings and bathing suit. Labelspree is a great online shopping site for browse thousands of coveted clothing at unbelievable prices.

This summer, Juicy Couture makes their mark again with truly unique summer attire. The bottoms feature a low hipster cut, with a bow by the side for feminine sassiness. This piece of hipster shorts is now on sale at unbelievable prices now! Save up to 75% on Designer Bikinis at LabelSpree.
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