Wishing you a warm and happy holiday season!
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Colorful fair trade creations from Novica, Greater Good Network and Ten Thousand Villages - please click on images to shop now.
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Beautiful Azurite earrings, made in Peru. Humourous "Nosey" eyeglasses holder; Lotus Bloom candle holder - all from Ten Thousand Villages in Canada
I know I've mentioned it before, but my adventures in fair trade shopping began at the Ten Thousand Villages store in Lethbridge, Alberta back when I was a teen, and I've returned to fair trade for gift-giving inspiration ever since. It can be hard to recreate the magic of special occasions that we felt when we were younger, but in supporting artists around the world by purchasing carefully chosen gifts, I feel like there is still something special to be shared.
I know I've mentioned it before, but my adventures in fair trade shopping began at the Ten Thousand Villages store in Lethbridge, Alberta back when I was a teen, and I've returned to fair trade for gift-giving inspiration ever since. It can be hard to recreate the magic of special occasions that we felt when we were younger, but in supporting artists around the world by purchasing carefully chosen gifts, I feel like there is still something special to be shared.
Fair trade gemstone earrings and pendants from India - sold by Novica with international shipping. Click here for even more gemstone jewelry & figurines.
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Unique gifts to celebrate special memories:
picture frames Ornaments Luggage tags Wine glass charms Clocks Keepsake boxes Framed tiles Keychains |
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A lovely seahorse pair I photographed at the Maui aquarium on a variety of products at cafepress.ca
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Coral-themed jewelry and Seahorses from Novica - such magical creatures! Silver rings, earrings and pendants
below: great gifts from Ten Thousand Villages, leather silver disk bracelet; diffuser necklace and recycled bicycle chain clock
below: great gifts from Ten Thousand Villages, leather silver disk bracelet; diffuser necklace and recycled bicycle chain clock
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With gift-giving season always just around the corner, here are some suggestions for gifts that celebrate art and nature, support international artisans; and natural, organic & eco-friendly gifts that are good for you, your family and the planet!
All conveniently available online with international shipping.
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Sweet Treats! Organic, Fair Trade & Non-Toxic classic caramel hot chocolate; holiday flavoured chocolate bars & Smells Like the Holidays candle
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Fair Trade jewellery and warm accessories from Novica
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When I was young, I can remember drooling over the pictures of make up gift sets in the Sears Catalogue... how wonderful that we now have access to more natural brands, such as Pacifica (above). Browse a range of natural and organic cosmetics and skin care products here.
Don't forget your natural bath products! All with free shipping over $35 in Canada
Don't forget your natural bath products! All with free shipping over $35 in Canada
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Gifts for Guys; Rocky Mountain Soap Co. natural products gift set; Substance natural sunscreen; Steampunk Bike Wallet
Below: men's fashion accessories & more from Novica
Lions, leather and Choppers, oh my! Bicycle sculpture is not only fair trade, but made from recycled materials too!
Below: men's fashion accessories & more from Novica
Lions, leather and Choppers, oh my! Bicycle sculpture is not only fair trade, but made from recycled materials too!
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Custom designs on Cafepress by artsciencespirit :)
DRAGONFLIES, a powerful symbol of change and transformation:
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Stirling Silver Dragonfly Pendant made in India; Reverse Painted Dragonfly Box from Peru; Dragonfly earrings made in Thailand
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(Please click on banners and images to Shop Now)
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More from Novica: Gorgeous hand-sculpted wooden relief panels
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Barefoot Venus - natural bath products, made in Canada featuring super-cute vintage-inspired packaging :)
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Hand-pick your gourmet goodies on Well.ca and have your gift delivered directly to loved ones across the country...
Useful gift ideas from my cafepress shop: including fleece blankets, mugs of all types, and wall clocks :)
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Above: Misty Mountains Shower Curtain (Colombia), Sandstone Formation Throw Rug (Alberta) and Exotic Flower Throw Cushion (Maui)
Looking for unique and inspiring gift ideas? Please take a look at my nature photography featured on a huge variety of fashion accessories and home decor items including cushions, bedding, shower curtains, throw blankets, rugs, mugs and more. Also available as prints and cards. Designed in Canada :) For all the nature-lovers, artsy friends or hard-to-shop-for on your list!
Images are from life in Vancouver, BC and rural Alberta, as well as lush scenery from my travels to Colombia and Maui. I enjoy seeing my photographs transformed by the different products, and particularly the way images from nature become abstract designs on pendants. I also have a section of abstract art designs that are a fun way to add a splash of colour to any space!
I have broken down my photographs into sections for your convenience on my new art and photography page.
I have had a lot of fun creating this shop, and thank you sincerely for taking the time to browse...
Images are from life in Vancouver, BC and rural Alberta, as well as lush scenery from my travels to Colombia and Maui. I enjoy seeing my photographs transformed by the different products, and particularly the way images from nature become abstract designs on pendants. I also have a section of abstract art designs that are a fun way to add a splash of colour to any space!
I have broken down my photographs into sections for your convenience on my new art and photography page.
I have had a lot of fun creating this shop, and thank you sincerely for taking the time to browse...
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Above: more cushions and throw blankets
Below, a sample of product designs, listed by name.
Below, a sample of product designs, listed by name.
Above, photo of Fairytale Garden shower curtain.
Please note: I have noticed that the shower curtain images on cafepress.ca appear with a white border currently; if you click "view larger" this should be corrected. I have ordered several shower curtains and the images were "full-bleed" (no white border).
Should you make a purchase and have any problem, please contact me.
Below: Tropical Inspirations, as one possible decorating theme:
Please note: I have noticed that the shower curtain images on cafepress.ca appear with a white border currently; if you click "view larger" this should be corrected. I have ordered several shower curtains and the images were "full-bleed" (no white border).
Should you make a purchase and have any problem, please contact me.
Below: Tropical Inspirations, as one possible decorating theme:
Seahorse Pair Shower Curtain
Dark Blue Coral Bath Mat
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Maui Meadows Wall Clock
Bamboo Forest Acrylic Tumbler
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Maui Palm Frond Woven Blanket
Hibiscus Flower Throw Cushion
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Or coordinated mix & match sets, such as these throw cushions featuring bird designs:
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Other products I look forward to trying are the area rugs (moss-covered stones perhaps?), throw cushions (for these I love my very colorful abstract art designs) and bath mats (seahorses! or coral!). What a simple way to incorporate the colours of nature into your home, or provide a pick-me-up gift for a loved one? A beautiful nature-themed home decor item makes a great (and useful) gift for retirement, moving, graduation or countless other occasions (or at least I have designed them with this hope and intention). Cafepress products are print-on-demand, not mass-produced, and the creators make a commission on each purchase. Again, thank you for your support :)
Fun, colorful abstract designs, turning ordinary objects into magical ones, as I did with these old farm truck wheels:
I hope you will find an abundance of gift ideas here, in my blog, or by browsing the artsciencespirit cafepress shop.
From get-well gifts, to wedding or party favours; retirement and congratulations; feng shui nature designs; to manifestation-minded, chakra-balancing color themes, please enjoy and use these images to express yourself and keep you focused on your unique wishes :)
Thank goodness! Cafepress has finished their updates and my shop is fully functional again! However, another method of browsing is via my profile page, thank you!
From get-well gifts, to wedding or party favours; retirement and congratulations; feng shui nature designs; to manifestation-minded, chakra-balancing color themes, please enjoy and use these images to express yourself and keep you focused on your unique wishes :)
Thank goodness! Cafepress has finished their updates and my shop is fully functional again! However, another method of browsing is via my profile page, thank you!
Night Lights: only available on Zazzle.ca - please click on image to see more!
Now available: a selection of products on Zazzle!
I've also uploaded a few of my favourite photos at Fine Art America - please take a look :)
I've also uploaded a few of my favourite photos at Fine Art America - please take a look :)
A few of my cafepress products: Seahorse fleece throw; Steampunk Dragonfly throw cushion; tile keepsake box and ceramic tiles
