NOVICA .925 Sterling Silver and Blue Topaz Pear-Shaped Dangle Earrings

$49 + Free Shipping

Blue topaz is one of my favorite gemstones. It’s not easy finding silver jewelry with such large stones. The liquid blue color is just stunning. What a great price for the size of the stones, a whopping 13 carats! Picture yourself in these lovely darlings. Get yourself a pair of these elegant blue topaz earrings. They also make great gifts. (who are we kidding, buy them for yourself!)

Product description:

Shining sterling settings feature gleaming silver granules, traditional in Balinese jewelry. Embracing teardrop gemstones, they become earrings by Komang Wijayana. Faceted blue topaz, the December´s birthstone, totals 13 carats. .925 Sterling silver. The presence of blue topaz makes these earrings a great gift for November birthdays. A jewelry pouch inspired by the unique culture of Indonesia is included with these earrings. Each product comes with a special NOVICA booklet that helps to bring artisans and patrons closer together with a small bit of information about the creator of each piece and the inspiration behind the item.

  • An original NOVICA fair trade product in association with National Geographic.
  • Includes an official NOVICA Story Card certifying quality & authenticity.
  • NOVICA works with Komang Wijayana to craft this item.
  • Includes an original NOVICA jewelry pouch to keep for yourself or give as a gift.
  • A keepsake treasure designed to be loved for years to come.
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Purple Crochet Scarf

$25

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Handmade purple crochet scarf.  Add a bit of flare to your winter wardrobe with this cozy and stylish scarf. Scarf measures 4.5 feet long by 7″ wide not including fringes. Double stranded design 100% acrylic yarn. Gentle wash/dry. Free Shipping. 

Open Live Writer

OLWscreenshotThis is a sample of my new Open Live Writer app. This is the new and updated version of the old MS Live Writer but now it’s open source. If you’ve never used this before, you may find it very handy. A small yet very useful tool for the avid writer.

With Open Live Writer I can add other blog sites I have to the OLW interface and send my posts to whichever site I want. That’s a great feature to those of us who want to have more than one type of blog.

I’m exploring the features to see what this great little program has to offer. If you are interested in trying it out here is the direct link http://openlivewriter.org/

Estee Lauder Black Patent Fold Over Clutch Bag

$18
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Unused pre-owned Estee Lauder Black Fold Over Clutch Bag. Gold stud accents around the front edges, gold zipper and snap. Measurements: length 9 inches, hight 4 1/2 inches, depth 1 1/4 inches. Shiny patent pvc material with magnetic snap closure. Black interior lining. Zipper pull is embossed with Estee Lauder name. Great purse for a night out, cosmetics, travel or as a gift.

Flaws: Slight scuff on right lower open front view, barely noticeable.

Slouchy Beanie Hat, Sky Blue
Slouchy Beanie Hat Sky Blue $28

$28

Add to CartSky blue slouchy beanie hat. Easy to wear crochet slouchy hat. Casual and comfortable. Handmade with 100% acrylic yarn. Gentle wash/dry. One size.

Testing A New Survey Site

I’m always trying to find ways to make a few extra bucks. The problem I come across is that there are a lot of scammy sites out there which make it difficult to find one that actually pays. I’m experimenting right now with yougov. You sign up, answer some profile questions and get points. After you get so many points you can redeem them for various gift cards. Sounds simple enough. They give you around 2000 point just to sign up, and another 500 points for the second survey which follows your profile survey.

Here’s a screen shot of the types of gift cards you can redeem. I have 2,500 points for signing up and the second survey. I’m being adventurous and trying something new here. Sometimes survey sites will give you fewer surveys based on your profile if you don’t fit their target market. Yougov seems to have good reviews so I’m giving it a try. I think  if you have time to blog, read blogs, or are looking for a way to make a couple of extra dollars, then it’s worth a try. Nothing ventured nothing gained right? As you can see I’ll need around 30,000 points to redeem a gift card, but given I have 2,500 for just starting, it should be easy to reach the goal.

I also do Bing searches everyday. You can earn a $5 Amazon gift card every month by completing all of your daily searches. I feel this way, I get points to read daily news and articles that I would have read for free. Now I earn $5 for it. Granted, it’s not a game changer, but by black Friday, I can use my gift cards to get lower prices on my purchases. Bing has other gift cards and things you can redeem your points with, I just prefer the Amazon gift cards.

What’s your view on surveys? Do you have any recommendations? Feel free to post your thoughts on this. I’d be interested to know if anyone else likes to do things like this. If you want to give it a try here’s the link, yougov.

 

Art Deco Gold Dragon Scale Tote Bag
$29.95

Cross shoulder art deco gold dragon scale tote bag. One thing we never leave home without is a bag right? We always have something we need to carry and these totes will do just that. They are so handy when you’re running around town. This black deco shoulder bag is one of my latest designs.

Dimensions: 16″l x 16″w; Strap: 43″l (fully extended)
Exterior:100% sturdy brushed polyester
Interior:100% polyester sheeting
100% polyester strap with plastic buckle
Adjustable strap to help find the perfect fit
Three interior pockets; one zipped, two unzipped
Spot or dry clean only
Made in the USA

Art Deco Safari Tote Bag
$31.65
Vibrant colorful art deco safari tote bag. Beautiful multicolored over the shoulder bag. Decorative design just pops with color. Three interior pockets; one zipped, two unzipped. Great gift for you or a special someone.

Dimensions: 16″l x 16″w; Strap: 43″l (fully extended)
Material:
Exterior:100% sturdy brushed polyester
Interior:100% polyester sheeting
100% polyester strap with plastic buckle
Adjustable strap to help find the perfect fit
Spot or dry clean only
Made in the USA

Art Deco Chic Fan Tote Bag
$22.05
Vibrant multicolored art deco fan pattern tote bag. Beautiful decorative design at an economic price. A blend of colors, style and flair. This classic tote bag makes a great gift to give or for yourself.

Dimensions: 16″l x 16″w; Strap: 28″l
Material:
Exterior:100% sturdy brushed polyester
Interior:100% polyester nonwoven laminate
100% cotton web handles
Black laminated lining for extra support
Spot or dry clean only
Made in the USA

Also Known As Mom Apron
$21.10
Also Known As Mom Apron

Chef, cook baker hash slinger, food taster, also known as mom apron. Words can’t describe all the things you are, but Mom certainly can. Great apron for a busy mom. Three spacious front pockets – perfect for all your utensils and tools.
Dimensions: 24″l x 28″w
Made from a 35/65 cotton-poly twill blend
Machine washable
Made in U.S.A.

Cup Full of Happy Mug
$15.95
Have a cup full of happy to start your day. Yellow floral mug to fill with your favorite beverage. Two tone mug with yellow interior. Bright flowers with a positive motivational quote to make you smile with each drink. Great for yourself or as a gift.

Available in 11-ounce or 15-ounce
Dimensions:
11-ounce: 3.2” diameter x 3.8″ h
15-ounce: 3.4” diameter x 4.5″ h
Microwave and dishwasher safe
Strong, ceramic construction

Coffee Mug Conquer The World
$14.95

Start your day with this positive motivational quote. Coffee mug drinkwear. This coffee mug is a great way to start your day. This coffee mug is a reminder that you can do great things, after a cup of coffee!

Available in 11-ounce or 15-ounce
Dimensions:
11-ounce: 3.8” h x 3.2” diameter
15-ounce: 4.5” high x 3.4” diameter
Microwave and dishwasher safe
Strong, ceramic construction

A Cup Full Of Happy Coffee Mug
$14.95
Have a cup full of happy to brighten up your day. Whimsical coffee mug. Whatever beverage you drink, it’s more fun with a cup full of happy. This mug makes a great gift or treat for yourself. Designed by Tracy Leibmann.Classic Mug Drinkwear

Available in 11-ounce or 15-ounce
Dimensions:
11-ounce: 3.8” h x 3.2” diameter
15-ounce: 4.5” high x 3.4” diameter
Microwave and dishwasher safe
Strong, ceramic construction

Cup Full Of Love Mug
$15.95
Red hearts coffee mug. A Cup Full of Love. Red hearts decorate this beautiful mug. Red interior adds a pop of color to your morning coffee! Have a cup of love everyday. Give this fun gift to a friend, or add some zest to your dinnerware collection. Designed by Tracy Leibmann.

Available in 11-ounce or 15-ounce
Dimensions:
11-ounce: 3.2” diameter x 3.8″ h
15-ounce: 3.4” diameter x 4.5″ h
Microwave and dishwasher safe
Strong, ceramic construction

Love Words Heart Tote Bag
$19.95 

Red heart with words of love tote bag. Heart is on both sides. I’ve made this love words tote bag for Valentine’s Day gifts. Red hearts and love words go well together. Great shopping bag or whatever you need to carry on the go. This love words tote bag can be used for any occasion as love is timeless.

Dimensions: 16″l x 16″w; Strap: 28″l
Exterior:100% sturdy brushed polyester
Interior:100% polyester nonwoven laminate
100% cotton web handles
Black laminated lining for extra support
Spot or dry clean only
Made in the USA