Chaloemphon
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"Novica helped me to make the decision to close my downtown store two years ago. I no longer have to drive far to work. I have more time to rest, save on gas, and do not have to pay rent. In addition, my Novica sales have helped me pay off my house debt, buy a better car, buy good music equipment, buy a smart TV, build a workshop, and give me the opportunity to travel abroad. These are the things that have changed my life since I partnered with Novica.
"Before Novica, I had financial difficulties, and couldn't pay the installments on my first house. So I sold that house and bought a different one just before joining Novica. About five years ago I had enough income from selling with Novica to pay off the new house (where I and my family are currently living). I'm getting older every day, so I appreciate not having to worry about these expenses anymore. I am very happy. Before, I had a small car to drive from home to the shop in the city. I had to drive back and forth. Sometimes the car was full of materials, and it was too small. Now I switched to a bigger car. The money used to buy this car also came from selling with Novica.
"Our family is a family of artists and musicians. I like to sing. My wife likes to sing and play music. Our daughter also likes to play music. So at home, we have musical instruments such as violins, cellos, guitars and keyboards, but these instruments were bought at a low price. Now we have enough money to buy more expensive equipment. It makes us happy when playing music.
"Novica really made my life better. In the past, I didn't think of going abroad or even seeing any famous tourist attractions in Thailand because travel expenses are very high. Since selling with Novica, I have been able to travel abroad. The first country I visited was Hong Kong. Another country that I have been to was Japan. I intend to go abroad once a year from now on.
"In addition to Novica promoting my products for me, there is also another great project that helps my work flow smoothly -- the microcredit loan project. I think it's very good. I join this project every year. I use this money for my working capital, including buying materials in bulk which helps me reduce costs. I use some of the money to buy better equipment to make products. I also put some money into building a workshop at home. This has made my life a lot easier and more comfortable. This workshop I just finished last year. I am grateful to be Novica's partner. I would like to thank all the customers who have always supported me. Our family is very happy. We have a good quality of life. You make us feel we are valuable. Thank you from the bottom of my heart."
Original Artist Story
"I'm Chaloemphon Krasear, but you can call me 'Noi.' I was born in 1959 and grew up in Khonkaen Province. My childhood was very simple, like that of other boys who loved traveling and playing. I liked studying art most of all because I could create by completely using my imagination, and didn't need to memorize a lot.
"When I was in high school, I had an elder friend who just finished studying at the art school in Bangkok. He came back to open a shop and sell handmade leather crafts, like shoes, bags, and such. I'd visit him at the shop when I had free time because I needed his advice on taking the college examination and studying. Poh-Chang College, where he went, is the art student's dream school. There were many fields of arts to specialize in.
"I learned his craft through visiting. I studied each step to produce items in leather. When he had too many orders to handle, I would be his assistant. Most of the tasks I helped him with were very simple, such as finishing the details of a piece, painting, tinting, and drawing.
Products (47)
Red Cotton Macrame Owl Necklace 'Scarlet Owl'
Red Leather Cuff Bracelet with Dots Made in Thailand 'Dotted Red'
Thai Handmade Black Red Leather Cord Unity Bracelet 'Unity and Harmony'
Carnelian Cuff Bracelet in Leather Handmade in Thailand 'Carnelian Power'
Men's Artisan Crafted Modern Leather Wrap Bracelet 'Enigma in Black'
Lapis Lazuli and Karen Silver Dangle Earrings with Leather 'Spring Passion'
Hand Crafted Tiger's Eye and Leather Leaf Dangle Earrings 'Aurora Leaves'
Pair of Men's Leather Cord Wristband Bracelets from Thailand 'Bold Espresso Contrast'
Leather Wristband Bracelet 'Black Band'
Men's Howlite and Leather Pendant Necklace in Blue 'Thai Cowboy in Blue'
Men's Artisan Crafted Leather Cuff Bracelet 'Brown Braided Path'
Diamond Pattern Leather Cuff Bracelet in Red from Thailand 'Thai Pattern in Red'
Leather and Lapis Lazuli Adjustable Snap Bracelet 'Blue Soul'
Men's Jewelry Braided Leather Wristband Bracelet 'Honey Rope'
Thai Handcrafted Leather Bracelet for Men 'Solar Warrior'
Handcrafted Black Braided Leather Bracelet for Men 'Night World'
Mens Hand Braided Black Leather Wrap Bracelet 'Double Ebony'
Men's Black Leather and Brown Cotton Bracelets Pair 'Bold Brown Contrast'
Men's Brown Leather Recon Turquoise Wristband Bracelet 'Straight Path'
Artisan Crafted Lapis Lazuli and Leather Band Bracelet 'Rock Walk in Blue'
Dark Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet for Men from Thailand 'Dark Warrior'
Diamond Pattern Leather Cuff Bracelet in Black from Thailand 'Thai Pattern in Black'
Amethyst and Leather Wrtistband Bracelet from Thailand 'Rock Walk'
Leather money clips Pair 'Smart Spender'
Carnelian and Karen Silver Dangle Earrings with Leather 'Spring Passion'
Handcrafted Black Leather Men's Cuff Bracelet from Thailand 'Basic Black'
Men's Black Leather Wristband Bracelet with Brass Snap 'Commander in Black'
Braided Leather Wristband Bracelet in Black from Thailand 'Perfect Style in Black'
Brown Leather Feather Pendant Necklace with Tiger's Eye 'Feather Spirit'
Leather and Bone Feather Earrings in Red from Thailand 'Red Feather'
Earthen Multi-Gemstone Beaded Bracelet from Thailand 'Bright Earth'
Leather Wristband Bracelet with Braided Accent in Brown 'Perfect Style in Dark Brown'
Men's Hand Braided Brown Leather Wrap Bracelet 'Double Cinnamon'
Thailand Men's Dark Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet 'Basic Dark Brown'
Hand Tooled Brown Leather Key Rings Pair 'Key to Success in Brown'
Bohemian Leather and Agate Bead Wristband Bracelet 'Rock Walk'
Braided Black Leather Mens Bracelet 'Single Black Braid'
Handcrafted Men's Black Leather Wristband Bracelet 'Rugged Black'
Thai Brown Leather Braided Men's Bracelet 'Single Brown Braid'
Hill Tribe Green Agate and Leather Dangle Earrings 'Karen Culture'
Cinnamon Brown Leather Braided Bracelet from Thailand 'Cinnamon Braid'
Hand Braided Brown Leather Mens Wrap Bracelet 'Double Chocolate'
Men's Leather Wristband Bracelet 'Three Rivers'
Brown Leather and Black Cotton Bracelets for Men Pair 'Bold Contrast'
Leather and Tiger's Eye Artisan Crafted Necklace 'Wild Nature'
Amethyst and Leather Dangle Earrings with 950 Silver Beads 'Spring Passion'
Men's Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet from Thailand 'Basic Brown'