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Being A Girly, Happy, Sweet and Artistic Lady with Maria Victoria’s Artisan Bags
As you may know, I work for Heydoyou blog as an editor, and actually I am an artist as well. I have my own Art Studio, and run my Etsy and personal website shops. I love artisan things very much. If you let me choose a famous branding item vs a hand-made artisan item, I will choose the artisan item without hesitate. For me, hand-made things are more unique, you can feel people put their own personality and efforts in that.
Authentically beautiful and created with fair trade opportunities, feel good supporting the outstanding work of these artists. Maria Victoria is the stunning NEW brand of handwoven bags and accessories made out of recyclable PVC plastic. The collection epitomizes the beauty and culture of Mexican art! All bags are named after famous Mexican painters and muralists and take anywhere from two to six hours each to make depending on the style. The bags are super versatile, great for the beach, travel, gym, school, or everyday use. Super easy to clean, the bags are lightweight, foldable, long-lasting, and extremely durable.
This item is from Maria Victoria’s Tamayo Tall collection. First, I love the color combination very much, it is sweet, girly but not childish. This bag is literally good for all seasons, and match with almost different types of outfits. Plus, it is very light. As a big size bag, it is supposed to hold a lot of things. For example, when I need to carry my laptop in my bag, I don’t like to put this heavy stuff into a bag which is already pretty heavy itself. What I want is a strong and light bag. This bag from Maria Victoria totally meets my needs, it is big enough to hold a lot of things. And the better thing is, it is very very light.
Maria Victoria is proud to work with artisans who are part of social reform enterprises and indigenous communities in Central and Southeast Mexico, where they learn how to make high-end textile goods like their handbags. Because of the emphasis withing Mexico on this type of vocational training, life skills and long-term rehabilitation withing these programs, it greatly impacts the success for a second chance in life. Maria Victoria offers artisans fair trade opportunities where they can be creative, work independently and have an improved quality of life. Maria Victoria has seen first hand that it gives them strong sense of purpose, through a skill that is nurtured. With every purchase, you too, contribute to the betterment of others and they are grateful for your support in these endeavors.
About the Fair Trade, trade in which fair prices are paid to the artisans. In other words, Maria Victoria’s artisans set the price and they pay it. Maria Victoria does not negotiate and pay for all pieces, even if they are flawed or damaged.
Made from high quality pvc plastic: Maria Victoria‘s bags are extremely durable. They are sun and heat resistant and can easily be washed with soap and water. With their easy folding capabilities, these bags are versatile and stylish vacation accessories too, whether you are lounging poolside, golfing or adventuring around the world!
About Maria Victoria:
They started this company with a vision to share the rich history of artistic beauty within the Mexican culture. As an architect and an industrial designer, both born and raised in Mexico, they have shared a profound passion for art and design since the moment they met. Every corner of Mexico is rich in tradition and artistic handcrafts that vary from wood and plastic, to textiles and jewelry. Following their calling and vision, they have created a unique selection of beautiful Mexican handcrafts, each individually made by hand by dedicated Mexican artisans.
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Protect our planet with your choices — even something like grabbing a bottle can make an impact!
There is a popular saying among winemakers that goes: ‘great wine starts in the vineyard.’ This is because the world of wine is centered around the concept of terroir. Terroir is how a particular region’s climate, soils, and terrain affect the taste of wine. No two winemaking regions are the same. There can be a myriad of differences between two vineyards that are right next to each other!
Terroir also takes into consideration the impact of the human hand. Winemakers influence the wine in different ways. This includes vine training, irrigation practices, canopy management, and pest control. The role of the winemaker is similar to a chef when provided with ingredients: the result depends on the skill. Kind of Wild wines believes the secret to achieving the optimal result is to respect Mother Nature’s gifts and not mess with them unnecessarily. For us, this all starts at the source: the soil.
Better Fruit for Better Wine
Kind of Wild founders Adam and Jordan Sager reach for organic produce and other natural foods when providing for their families. It was a natural transition to bring their passion for all things organic into the winemaking philosophy. This is why Kind of Wild has committed to exclusively using organically grown grapes to produce our high-quality wines. Kind of Wild donate a minimum of 1% of their sales to organizations such as Kiss The Ground + Organic Farming Research Foundation that support the expansion of organic and regenerative farming.
Globally Crafted Wines For Your Lifestyle
It’s time to enjoy wines that align with your values and can join you on your health journey! Kind of Wild has spent years crafting wines that are not only made from organic grapes and grown using sustainable farming practices, but are also the most outstanding wines the earth has to offer. Kind of Wild is a collection of global wine discoveries devoted to rewilding the planet. They partner with top growers around the world who farm healthy soils to craft premium wines that are kindly produced and certified organic.
Build Your Preferred Bundle 3-Pack
- Grüner Veltliner
This zippy Grüner Veltliner comes from a young and dynamic multi-generational family winemaker in Austria. Racy and exotic, with a deep golden hue and aromas of sun-kissed citrus, schist and limestone. The palate shows lemony overtones, racy acidity and white pepper spice. It will transport you to the Alps and have you yodeling from the hilltops during your ski après.
- Syrah-Grenache Rosé
Kind of Wild discovered this distinctly chic Rosé from a 3rd generation female winemaker in the South of France. It’s truly a Mediterranean experience — superbly fresh, with energy and verve. There are layers of watermelon, cherries, and strawberry fruit, accented by notes of rose petal and minerality. It will have you daydreaming you’re cruising the riviera soaking up a pink sunset silhouette sparkling over clear waters.
- Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon
It’s an honor to present this deep, yet fruity red blend from Argentine pioneers of sustainable viticulture and socially responsible winemaking. It has a concentrated purple core with a magenta edge and explodes with layers of violets, blackberry preserves, and fresh herbs. The mouthfeel is rich and generous with an exceptional fruit balance, plus plenty of spice and tannins on the cocoa-espresso-tinged finish. It will have your palate doing a Tango while you contemplate your next move.
- Grüner Veltliner
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Handstand Kitchen® Unveils New Hot Cocoa Bomb Collection
New from Handstand Kitchen®, the Ultimate Hot Cocoa Bomb Set (BKS-HCBULT, MSRP $29.99) arrives just in time for holiday gift giving, capturing the cocoa bomb sensation that got its start on TikTok and became one of the hottest trends for 2020 and 2021.
Part of Handstand Kitchen’s new Hot Cocoa Bomb Collection, the deluxe 18-piece set is one of four unique cocoa bomb sets available to ship October 1 and features an exclusive embossed silicone mold, tools and recipes that help users design endless hot cocoa bomb creations that are easy to make, fun to enjoy and giftable.
The special silicone mold is reusable and features heart, sprinkles and drizzle patterns, designed to make four expertly shaped cocoa bombs that are ready to decorate. Each set in the collection features a QR Code on the box that links to exclusive recipes, how-to videos and cocoa bomb inspiration.
“After 15 years of being in this business, I have never seen such excitement around a collection before. From national retailers to mom and pop stores, this collection has been well received across the board, and our presales are skyrocketing,” said Yvette Garfield, owner and founder of Handstand Kitchen. “The combination of cocoa bombs being both a super-hot trend and a social media phenomenon will make this our strongest collection to date, and I believe these sets will continue to do extremely well into 2022, for Valentine’s Day and beyond.”
The Ultimate Hot Cocoa Bomb Set includes a silicone spatula, chocolate scraper, chocolate brush, silicone melting pot with lid and recipes, making it easy to handcraft uniquely flavored hot cocoa bombs in endless flavor combinations. The set has printed bags and stickers for gifting and original recipes like Classic Hot Cocoa Bombs, Dark Chocolate Peppermint Hot Cocoa Bombs and Pumpkin Spice Hot Cocoa Bombs.
The collection features four curated sets, one for every cocoa connoisseur. From the Ultimate Hot Cocoa Bomb Set to the I ♥️ COCOA BOMBS Intro Set, a great fit for kids, to the giftable Cocoa Bomb Mini Set to the basic I ♥️ COCOA BOMBS Silicone Mold (8 cavity), which offers just the silicone mold, all sets include the QR Code link for recipes and inspiration.
Designed for ages six and up, the Ultimate Hot Cocoa Bomb Set and the entire Hot Cocoa Bomb Collection feature the same premium quality BPA free cookware and utensils that have long been the standard of Handstand Kitchen’s line of bakeware.
The silicone cocoa bomb mold and silicone melting pot with lid are oven, freezer, microwave, and top rack dishwasher safe, and temperature safe from -40°F to 428°F (-40°C to 220°C). The silicone utensils are top rack dishwasher safe. All other utensils should be hand washed.
The cocoa bomb craze, which started on TikTok, involves spreading melted chocolate into round half sphere molds to create chocolate shells, and then filling half of the shells with hot cocoa mix (and any desired add-ins, such as mini marshmallows and chocolate chips) and topping the filled shell with the remaining chocolate shell to make a round cocoa bomb. Once the halves are sealed into one round cocoa bomb, it can be drizzled, sprinkled and decorated. To experience the cocoa bomb effect, place a cocoa bomb in a large mug, pour steaming hot milk over the top and watch it burst open to reveal the hidden treats inside.
Handstand Kitchen® is a woman owned and run business that has been inspiring young creators since 2007. While the products have evolved from a single cookbook into complete cooking sets for kids and adults and innovative crafting kits, too, the company mission remains the same: to bring joy through creating together. Find hot cocoa bombs and the entire Handstand Kitchen collection at https://handstandkitchen.com