The first place that came to my mind would be Novica, my trust online store for indie designs including indie jewelry, clothing, home and decor products and more. Many of the indie designs are inspired by the artist’s culture and personal experience with nature and life. They are mostly unique and lovingly handmade from the heart. I can never get enough of indie designs from this online store.

Just last month, I bought an indie jewelry as a gift for my friend in the linear motion business. She loved it so much that she wouldn’t leave home with her indie necklace!

Ready for some indie shopping, check out the artistic collection from Novica.

This morning was a good break when I managed to shop for some new gem jewelry by Brenda Cheah in Takashimaya before heading for the salon. Brenda is very creative in combining different gems and semi precious stones together. She sure has a way to give those simple gems a contemporary and classy look without overpowering the person wearing it. I’ve always love gemstones especially those orange corals and oriental jade. If you like artisan jewelry like me, shop online at NOVICA – Handmade Artisan Jewelry from Around the World.

Sometimes, I wish there is a indie shopping directory in any big city to promote indie designers, creative artists and artisans. Unlike Australia and New Zealand, it is hard to find flea markets which promote indie works in these urban cities. If you are tired of all the mass production gift ideas, shop online for indie stuff at Novica.com.

Even when it comes to selecting indie designer cards, the choices abound and you can find in etsy and also supermarkethq.com. For handmade jewelry, check out Novica.com. Like things a little bit different, indie design is the way to go!

My friend insists that I follow her to check out a dollar store franchise though I wish to pick out a few items at Novica. for my wedding store website. So bear with me as I recover and I’ll put up some indie finds next week when I’m up and running again. If you need to search for artistic finds, creative works and original crafts, don’t forget to check out the great collection at Novica.com.
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Ceramic vase, ‘Ancestors of Cupara’ This vase, with its generous curves and graceful shape, comes from Shiroque. He takes his inspiration from the so-called “magic plates,” painted on ceramic and discovered in Cupara (Arequipa). No one knows the meaning of the figures, but they are believed to be a part of rituals and offerings for Pachamama, or mother earth.

Personally I do hope that online shopping for indie labels and label fashion will grow since the internet is the fastest way to reach the masses. For unique handcrafted jewelry, handmade, unique art vases, handcrafted jewelery, handcrafted beaded jewelry, unique handcrafted home products or handcrafted gifts, I like to shop at Novica, an online shop that represents artisans from all over the world. Shop Handmade Unique Art Vases by NOVICA Artist from Around the World here.

I’m not sure if you have checked out Dawanda but it sure is a great place to find indie and artistic creations from independent designers and artists. The Flames of Love is an elegant necklace which composed of red handmade lampwork glass beads, dark red Swarovski crystals, mookaite, small red faceted glass beads and gold-plated discs.

For a abstract and fiery look, talented painter, Gerard Terrien brings motifs from his canvases to this dramatic cedar bracelet. Red and black represent sunset’s splendor, linked by silver beads. He paints the motifs freehand on cedar wood, so no two pieces of jewelry are exactly identical. Check out for more NOVICA – Handmade Artisan Jewelry from Around the World.

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Did I ever mention that I love glass art? I admire the lovely colours on the transparent finish and infact, I would want to learn glass blowing if I ever get the chance! Once, I stayed in a condo hotel in New Zealand and the luxurious living area has a beautiful Murano Vase and that was the first time I learned about the beauty of Murana glass art.

In Novica, you can find a wide array of Murano glass art by the Murano artisans of Brazil. Each murano vase is handblown to reflect modernity for the contemporary home owner. What attracts me are the use of colours – the yellows, reds, oranges and the clever glass blowing techniques that create a new dimension to vase art itself. The work represents glass-blowing techniques brought to Brazil from the tiny island of Murano in Italy. Check out the handmade Unique Art Vases by NOVICA Artist from Around the World
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For true artisan and indie creations, Novica.com has lots to offer. If you are a fan of gemstones, silver and handmade necklaces, rings and bracelets, you will be spoilt for choices. I’ve always adore the works of Busarin who is a talented indie designer who hails from Thailand. I love her clever way of combining the gemstones and tranforming these colourful stones into a piece of wearable art.

This Carnelian and citrine choker, ‘Flight’ mimics the butterfly’s translucent wings. Made of carnelian, citrine and crystal, this beautiful pendant hangs from a yellow leather cord to accentuate the charm of the free-spirited woman. Check out the website for more Exotic Handmade Collectibles from Around the World.