Yuni Kristina – Traditional Indonesian Batik
byBatik is both a craft and an art, with artisans like Yuni Kristina using wax and dye to transform each piece of silk into…
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Express Yourself – Perfect Paintings and Photographic Art for Your Home
byExpress yourself. Madonna may have said it best in song but she didn’t corner the market. So now I challenge you to express yourself…
Top Gifts for Yoga Lovers – Inspirational Jewelry, Sculptures and More
bySince I’ve had my daughter, I haven’t had time to go back to the gym. That’s my excuse and I’m sticking with it! Before…
Handmade Jewelry That Brings Joy
by2016 is here and with that comes the expectations to set new goals for the upcoming year. At this time however, I find myself more encouraged…
Tea Time with a Ceramic Tea Set from Bali
byOn a cold winter’s day, nothing says "cozy" like a cup of hot tea. There’s something about putting your feet up, maybe reading a…
The NOVICA Click List
byOur regular roundup of things we found on the web that moved us, piqued our interest, or made us smile. 8 Maps That Will…
The NOVICA Landfill Brigade: 5 Artisans Upcycling for Change
byChoosing fair-trade products and joining the handmade movement is already a great way to send a powerful message for environmental stewardship, diverting resources from…
Girls Run the World: 4 Women Artisans Making Waves in Their Communities
byHow do you help empower the women artists of the world and unleash their talent? Simple: you give them an amazing role model —…
Carving a Career From Love: The Art of Balinese Romantic Sculpture
byIf you’re lucky enough to have traveled through Bali, you know that everyone you meet asks the same questions: “Where are you going,” “Where…
Batik Is Safe – What About UNESCO?
byUnlike the Dodo who became a tasty meal for hungry mariners of old – the beautiful art of Indonesian Batik will not fade from…