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Heartful Village News             Forward to a Friend                        February 1, 2010
Greetings!      
 
This issue is devoted to helping you find a really cool handcrafted Valentine gift -- for yourself or for someone else.  I've listed a few suggestions below, but you'll find lots more in News & Reviews.  Check these articles: 
Happy Valentine's Day!
secret message cuff links by smashing
Smashing Secret Message Cuff Links
These cuff links are constructed completely by hand from high gauge sterling silver.  The exposed surface on the front is softly brushed for an elegant look that will blend with anything. 
 
On the back, hidden from view, is a fully customizable  message.  This, I love you, pair is $85.  By Smashing, in Cleveland.
 
 
[Note:  If you land on a page saying they are "sold out", click on shop home and check the listed products to find another pair.]
 
100% reclaimed cashmere scarf from haute goat
Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf
This scarf is made from 100% cashmere reclaimed from sweaters.  It's big, bright, cozy, and washable.  It'll make a wonderful Valentine gift.  There's only one, and when it's gone it's gone.  So, if you're interested, do check out the details on this lovely handmade cashmere scarf.  $40.00 at Haute Goat in Seattle.
glass and concrete heart pendant from drcraze
Glass & Concrete Heart Pendant from DrCraze
This very unusual necklace is made from black concrete, recycled glass, and stainless steel.  The heart pendant is a tiny (and lightweight) 1/2" x 1/2".  The chain is 18 inches of sterling silver links.
$28 at DrCraze.  Get the scoop on this glass and concrete heart pendant.
handmade dark chocolate truffles
Handcrafted Truffles from Olde Naples Chocolates
They're handcrafted heart shaped dark chocolate truffles.  What more can I say? 
 
This box of nine yummies is $14.50, from Olde Naples Chocolates in Naples, Florida (via Chocolate.com).
 
Get details on these handcrafted chocolates.
cup of love ceramic mug
Ceramic Mug by Eric Hendrick
This is a nice big mug.  It's 4" high and 3" in diameter.  It's hand formed on a wheel, it's signed, and it's a true work of wonderfully functional art.  
 
$32 from Heather Van Horn and Eric Hendrick (via Artful Home) working together as Zpots Studio Pottery in Vermont. 
 
Get details on this hand thrown ceramic mug.
 
sales & specials
Some of our featured sites are offering Valentine specials:
  • Best American Arts - 10% off wtih coupon code valentine10
  • Novica - Free shipping on jewelry and Valentine gifts
  • Urthbags - 10% off with coupon code urthbags10
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Handmade Lookup
Please take a few minutes to check out these new Handmade Lookup sites:
Until next time . . .
 
Peace.
 
Marina
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True Love by Marina Flournoy 
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