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FOF Sande Nosonowitz is giving away one of her handmade yoga-inspired jewelry pieces (retail value: over $200) to a lucky FOF! Enter to win by answering this question in the comments below: Which Sundara necklace would you most like to win — the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace, or the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings?
Sande Nosonowitz spent 20 years working in the corporate world before discovering her life’s true passion. “I was doing video production, sales, marketing–all different positions,” says Sande. “As busy as I was, I was never fulfilled.” Then, on Sande’s 50th birthday, a friend gave her a class card for a local yoga studio. “I just fell in love with it,” says Sande, “I decided it was what I wanted to do.”
Sande took a year off to enroll in a certification program at Satya Yoga Center in Rhinebeck, New York. She became a certified yoga instructor, and began teaching yoga in 2008. Familiar with the stresses of corporate life, and armed with the benefits of her new craft, Sande set out to teach yoga in corporate offices. “I would go into corporate offices before work, at lunchtime or after work,” says Sande. “We would find a location in the building, or I’d rent a studio nearby, and we would have an hour yoga class. I also taught ‘at desk’ yoga seminars, where I’d teach the employees yoga movements they could do at their desks.”
When an accident left Sande unable to teach yoga in the winter of 2011, she channeled her love of all things yoga into a new venture–yoga-inspired jewelry. “I create all the pieces myself,” says Sande. “I find the semi-precious stones and pendants, and design them all. Several of the pendants that I use are ‘OM’ pendants, which represent infinite consciousness.”
Since it’s launch in 2011, Sande has sold many of her one-of-a-kind pieces through her shop on Etsy. All of her pieces are handmade with the yoga principles and healing properties in mind, like the ‘OM’ symbol, which represents consciousness, or the infinity pendant, which signifies the never ending journey of the spirit. She uses only sterling silver, bronze and semi-precious stones in all of her pieces. “The semi-precious stones have different healing properties,” says Sande. “For example, moonstone is a symbol of clarity, it will bring that to you. Every stone has a different meaning. When I design a piece of Sundara jewelry, I want women to feel beautiful–inside and out.”
Enter to win one of Sande’s yoga-inspired necklaces by answering this question in the comments below: Which Sundara necklace would you most like to win — the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace, or the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings?
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One FOF will win. (See all our past winners, here.) (See official rules, here.) Contest closes September 13th, 2012 at midnight E.S.T. Contest open only to winners in the continental U.S.
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Barb says:
I would really like to win the Sundara Inner Fire necklace. The pendant is beautiful!
Shelby Nelson says:
Beautiful jewlery,I love both of these necklaces, but the Smoke and Shakti, would be my pick for dressing up or wearing with Jeans
Patricia Assanowicz says:
Wow, what a great idea, using your time to heal and channeling it into a positive experience and making jewelry that helps others. The Sandara Inner Fire Necklace is not only beautiful but reading about all of its properties especially the fire agate and its powers helping heal the circulatory system is exactly what I need. I was injured about 10 years ago and had 11 surgeries on my calf, completely effecting my circulation, to this day I still experience swelling, pain, etc. I have always believed in the power of healing through what nature has already provided, you took it to another level and I thank you for that, yes, my wish is to win this beautiful Inner Fire Necklace, thank you very much for this chance.
Connie Williamson says:
I’d like to win the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings. Beautiful, and would look good on me.
mimi says:
I like the Sundara Inner Fire necklace because it’s interesting.
Michelle Starr says:
I really like the “Smoke and Shakti” set, especially the earrings. Here’s hoping!
sandy eckstein says:
the sundara inner fire necklace is spectaular…. that’s waht i’d like to win!
deannalynngale says:
The properties in the incredibly beautiful “Inner Fire Necklace” are exactly what I need; courage, protection & strength, helps in spiritual advancement & progression. In my 53 years, I have lost my mother, only brother & baby sister to suicide. Our family was abused horribly by my father & I know the pain that they felt was too much to bear. I, on the other hand continually try to “make lemonade from lemons” as they say & am on a journey to help others from what I’ve learned through the pain, I have worked in a funeral home for 23 years now & speak publicly on suicide. I believe this necklace would help me be more “balanced”.
melody says:
Sundara Inner Fire Necklace is really pretty.
SHARON says:
love the jewelry, would love to win the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace!! Beautiful jewelry!!
PAMELA TONSBERG says:
the innerfire necklace is my favorite, but love having matching earings.
PAMELA TONSBERG says:
I adore the innerfire necklace. x
bedford1tom1 says:
This beautiful jewelry just may inspire me to begin Yoga!!
ellen schull says:
I love both. I can’t decide. I guess Interfire.
joyzkim says:
this jewelry is beautiful…..but I love the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace!
Barbara S says:
Very nice!!! would love this for my birthday in 2 weeks:)
Tina says:
I’d love the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace. It’s most inspiring.
Nonnie Luther says:
LOVE the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace! Going to check out her Etsy shop!
Nonnie Luther says:
Love the look of Sundara Inner Fire Necklace! Wonderful piece for fall outfits – love it!!
avonlady says:
I am a yoga teacher and I would most like to win the Smoke and Shanti .
Mamavalveeta03 says:
I love the “Sundara Inner Fire” necklace because it’s such a statement piece. I could see wearing it with a tee and jeans or a beautiful silk blouse and trousers for Fall.
Karena says:
Gorgeous statement pieces. The jewelry I would choose would be the set The Sundara Smoke and Shatki! I just purchased a brown cozy sweater for fall…perfection together!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Laleo says:
I would love to win the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace – original and beautiful.
yyoerger says:
The purple touches of the “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings are beautiful and subtle. It would be my choice for the perfect jewelry addition to my wardrobe.
MGABBYB says:
I’m loving the inner fire necklace…
Susan Navidad says:
Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings!
nancdep5 says:
I would love the inner fire necklace. I think it’s inspired!
christine says:
The “Inner Fire for “Outer Cool”.
jm says:
Sundara inner fire Necklace
sgoulet660 says:
The sundara Smoke & Shakti Set is beautiful thanks for the chance to win it.
bison61 says:
Sundara Inner Fire Necklace
Janet Sullivan says:
Definitely the Smoke and Shakti necklace and earrings. Love that you are on Etsy.
leo39 says:
I will be happy to win Sundara “Inner Fire” Necklace. Beautiful and elegant.
Ruthie B says:
I just fell in love with the Inner Fire Necklace. I love big and bold statement pieces that are made with natural stones and precious metals. I’ve even gotten my adult daughter hooked on this style! Just one item, like this necklace, makes all the difference in the world between wearing a beautiful look and the look wearing you. Good luck everyone!
Helene says:
The Sundara Inner Fire Necklace is absolutely beautiful!!
lisa mcfarland says:
inner fire necklace
Judith Miller says:
I love both of them, but if I have to choose I’ll pick the Sundra Inner fire Fire Neckace. They are both awesome but I love the styling on the Inner Fire a little more but it was a hard decision. It has so much style and I think it would go with anything I wear. Both are beautiful.
Christi says:
Inner Fire definitely. Beautiful. After losing my husband earlier this year very suddenly, I would love it to help restore my inner fire.
kls_sea says:
They are both gorgeous. If I have to choose, it would be the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings
suerae01 says:
namaste,
Both pieces are stunning, but the Inner Fire Necklace speaks to my inner passions.
Mary H. says:
I like the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace.
BjH says:
I love the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace as a prize for my last month before FO-Sixty!
Annette says:
Sundara Inner Fire Necklace is the jewelry I would love to win!
Annette says:
Sundara Inner Fire Necklace is the one I would love to win!
Carol says:
I really like the Inner Fire – I feel it describes me very well 😉
Debbie says:
I love the Inner Fire necklace! I was reintroduced to Yoga about 10 years ago after taking a few classes in my 20’s. Yoga in my 50’s sparked my ‘inner fire’. I love the necklace.
Jill says:
smoke and shakti, love these colors
Nan says:
Most definitely, I would love to win the Sandara Inner Fire Necklace! It is a sensational piece that could be worn in so many ways. It truly does have special “zen” qualities about it.
Barbara wicklund says:
Inner fire!
Patricia says:
The inner fire necklace is simply stunning.
Faith Moeller says:
These are lovely designs. I have my own inner passions so I would probably pick the “Inner Fire” design since I love to pass on my love of science/math!
Barb Janssen says:
For some reason I am drawn to the inner fire necklace. That would be my pick. Both are awesome looking.
Jocelyn Rice says:
I would like to win the Sundra “Smoke & Shakti” necklace and earrings. This a must have accessory for me!
msortet says:
I would love to win the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” as Sande claims it helps with depression & stress.
Deretta says:
I love the Inner Fire necklace, but both are beautiful!
Adina Cohen says:
I would like to win the Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings as they evoke harmony to me.
Kat S says:
I love them both but I would take the smoke. It is simple and powerful.
Debbie Chaney says:
Love the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings!
MelodyJ says:
I like Smoke & Shahti.
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Phoenix says:
I’d be happy with either, but slightly prefer Smoke & Shakti.
Dimitra says:
I would love to win the Sundara ‘Smoke and Shakti’ necklace and earrings!
Jana Hayes says:
I would pick the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace. Namaste!
Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard says:
I like the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace
carrie obrien says:
Inner Fire Neckace
Michelle says:
Would love the Sundara “Smoke and Shakti” necklace and earrings. I love matching items. These beautiful pieces are made for day or night. Then I could pass them to my niece, who loves the same type of jewelry I do.
Eve T says:
It would be the inner fire necklace as I need something to add more confidence to my nature.
janis says:
I think the inner fire is beautiful !
beth says:
I love them both. If I have to pick one it would be the inner fire one, my only child is off to college and sure could use all that it does!!
Betty Newman says:
Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings I love the look of these
Ruth Wherley says:
I think both necklaces are gorgeous, but especially love the Inner Fire necklace!
Alison K says:
I would most like to win the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings. With smoky quartz providing positive energy & amethyst helping me to attain wisdom, how can I not succeed? Thank you FOF for giving me the opportunity to be the best I can & all the best to you all … namaste 🙂
Stephanie Paige says:
I would want to win the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace, very pretty!
Debbie Dowell says:
I think I have finally found my own inner fire in my fifties, so I would love to win the Inner Fire necklace. The design is gorgeous.
barbara lofflere says:
looks like peace, balance and tranquility to me
Kathy says:
I would love to win the Sundara Inner fire Necklace. It is beautiful and I would give it to my friend who is a yoga instructor.
KatieQ says:
I always find it inspiring when I hear of a woman who has changed the course of her life after 50. Sande really channels her positive energy into her designs. I love both of the pieces, but think the Smoke and Shakti necklace and earrings would be more suited to my personality.
Beth Lowe says:
Love them both but my heart goes out to the Sundara Inner Fire necklace.
Linda says:
All of Sande’s jewelry pieces are beautiful, so choosing one of these is difficult…but I would have to say, today, I’d especially like to wear the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace.
skygoddess13 says:
Ready for a gorgeous new Fall statement piece. Would love to be the lucky one to wear the Sundara “Smoke&Shakti” necklace and earring set.
Diane says:
Both are so very wonderful- HOwever if i have ot pic one I’d say Sundara Inner Fire Necklace, it would look great with so many outfits.
Jan says:
Sundara Inner Fire! After spending 7 months recovering from my own injury, this jewelry is even more inspiring to me!
Maureen O'Neal says:
I love the smoke and shakti! The colors are just amazing!
jankeyser says:
I would love to win the necklace; it looks very unique and it stands out on its own.
pochicookie says:
I hope I win the Smoke and Shakti necklace and earrings, they’re very pretty 🙂
Maria says:
I started Yoga classes about three weeks ago and all my friends at the Senior Center would love to see this Yoga Jewelry!!! The jewelry is beautiful and Iwould love to win any piece!
Deborah Heath says:
The Sundra Inner Fire necklace is stunning! Both colors and the stones are very rich looking. Would love to win this piece!
Marsha Crain says:
I would love the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace. Just started wearing jewelry again at my new job and this would love “fab”!!
joyce says:
I would pick the inner fire necklace,but both are beautiful!!!
pam munro says:
I like the inner fire
Rita says:
Love yoga, love jewelry. Would love to win this!
T Halvorson says:
Love the pendant on the Inner Fire necklace; the other set is great as well, but the pendant is very dramatic and eye catching
DawnMarie Helin says:
I love the Inner Fire piece; I do believe though that I would gift it to my cousin, who is fast approaching 50 and is very much into Yoga.
patti lovecky says:
definitely the inner fire necklace…love that look
Sheila Chaffins says:
I love the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings. They are so beautiful!!
Sheila Chaffins says:
I love the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace. It is so beautiful!!
liliMarlene says:
Love the deco inspired touches in the necklace.
Kathy says:
I think both pieces are beautiful!
Maegan Morin says:
I would love to have the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings!
Lorraine Kawoczka says:
I would prefer the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace, it is beautiful and will go with so much of my wardrobe
kim c says:
The Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings are more my style. Thanks for the chance to win them!
Debra Simning-Chapman says:
These are both beautiful jewelry pieces. I would love the Smoke & Shakti Set for the negative and positive energy powers. This would help me get rid of the negative energies of job searching and positive for helping me to get a job. The amethyst have wisdom powers that can help me concentrate on getting a job that is more family-oriented with my time.
Donna Gordon says:
I would LOVE to win Inner Fire Necklace. It is so
beautiful and unique. I like to buy unusal peices
of jewlery.
Brenda says:
I love the Inner Fire Necklace so bold and unusual a lot like me. I used to be meek and quiet until I started to work in my husband’s business and had to deal with the public.
Love to buy and wear all different types of jewelry. That is my weakness. So I hope I win this piece to add to my collection of beautiful pieces that I love
Vickie says:
I love the Yoga fire necklace and I have the perfect little dress for it!
I might go back to doing Yoga now!
Cindi Decker says:
I too have recently started taking yoga classes at 58. I love them and they are helping my stress levels a lot. I like the Sundara Inner Fire necklace, although they are both beautiful.
eddyrobey says:
Smoke and Shakti
DeloresKenyon says:
I have discovered Yoga in my 50’s and find it very relaxing and calming. I would love the Smoke & Shakti Necklace & Earrings
Elaine Sojak says:
I would love to win the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace. It is stunning!
Cheryl says:
I’d love to win the Inner Fire necklace. It is so pretty.
velder dixon says:
sundara”smoke & shakti”necklace and earrings
Joni says:
I would love the Inner Fire Necklace! The silver pendant is the perfect piece. Beautiful line. Thanks for sharing.
hrbeck_98 says:
I would really love to have either one, but my favorite is the “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings. It’s really hard to find quality yoga jewelry. Namaste.
Mary W says:
Smoke and Shakti
SuzieQue says:
I would love to win the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” necklace & earrings. Beautiful!
naomi says:
I’d choose the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings because I need some help dissolving negative energy and amplifying wisdom in my life.
AJB says:
The Sundara Smoke & Shakti necklace & earrings.
Debbi says:
I too found yoga late in life and going to classes are the highlights of my day.
I would chose the Smoke & Shakti. It is just beautiful!
Katie says:
I would love to win the Sundara “Inner Fire” Necklace! The sterling silver piece really completes the unique look! Absolutely gorgeous!
Narda says:
Sandra Inner Fire, nut it was a hard choice! They are both GORGEOUS!!!!!!!
Barb says:
I really like the pendant on the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace, so that’s my choice. I looked at some of the other pieces and her designs are beautiful!
Kimberly Irby says:
Oh, I really NEED gorgeous, powerful amethyst and smoky topaz in my life right now. It would be the perfect “power” necklace for me. 🙂
I also love the briolette cut. So…, although they are both quite lovely, I would be honored to wear Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings.
Kimberly Irby says:
Woops! I meant amethyst and “smoky quartz”. 😉
Natalie Zimmerman says:
I love to wear jewelry, special pieces that I have collected during many, many travels. My jewelry reminds me of all the wonderful places and people I have been so fortunate to know. Most importantly, not only do I wear jewelry for me, but for the special people, who are in my life. I send a message with the pieces I choose to wear, hoping that the viewer or “receiver” also receives a unique expression and reflection of my feelings. Often, I select a piece to wear with the other person in mind– for example, choosing the Smoke and Shakti set would exude a sense of tranquilty and harmony– a “gift” not only to the wearer but the receiver.
Tfabglam5 says:
This yoga-inspired jewelry is simply gorgeous and so chic! It is so rich looking with the semi-precious stones and articulate detailing. I would love to win the Sundara Inner Fire necklace … it is such a beautiful statement piece!
Barbara C says:
The Sundra Inner Fire Necklace is beautiful
Jackie Burns says:
“Smoke & Shatki” because I like how the light plays of the stones.
diana shenderovich says:
love set with earrings
Patty says:
Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings
Patty says:
Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings?
ashantia54 says:
My name is Cynthia. I would love to win the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace. I love the black and silver. You can wear it dressed up or with a nice top and jeans. I love it.
cathylwood says:
The “Smoke and Shakti” necklace is a stunner and would work with fall’s new deep and rich jewel tones. I especially love the earrings — so elegantly delicate and yet so powerful at the same time.
Thereislightonthehorizon says:
These are truly lovely pieces. It is difficult to choose because both have such interesting qualities. I would like to wear the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace in order to begin slowly building my inner strength. When that is complete, then I will have the Shakti to wear more yoga inspired jewelry. Namaste.
Nancy says:
The necklace and earrings! I love to match and these are perfect. The colors will match everything and the style is classic!
Dorothy B says:
I love the characteristics that the Sundara Inner Necklace represents courage protection and strength and it looks amazing.
Sandy says:
Smoke and Shakti looks wonderful. Both are beautiful, but I love the beads in Smoke and Shakti, and that it has earrings to match.
Victoria says:
I like them both, but Smoke and Shakti would be my choice if I was forced to choose. Nice stuff!
Marla says:
I like the Inner Fire necklace.
Deb says:
I had a dream about a college friend named Marla last night. How funny to see your name next to mine just now. Must ask, did you go to PSU?
Deb says:
I like smoke and shakti set. It’s my style.
Mary Beth says:
Love all the colors, but if I have to pick, I pick the Inner Fire necklace.
Sharon says:
Oh, how do we choose? I would love either!
Ebaranch says:
They are both beautiful. I would probably pick Smoke & Shakti. Yoga saved me after a bad wreck. Beautiful jewelry.
Elizabeth K says:
I really like both but if I had to choose it would have to be the Smoke and Shakti
smfsprout says:
My nfavorite is the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings. Just beautiful.
Becky Beer says:
Having to choose I pick the Inner Fire.
Vera Jane says:
I like them both but think the Inner Fire is my favorite.
dotc says:
Definitely the beautiful Sundra Inner Fire Necklace it is just a lovely piece of art. I would be proud to wear it day or night.
christine says:
I would most like to win the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace
momzworkin says:
Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace and Earrings is just lovely, with the touch of purple I am looking for this Fall. I love the colors!
Jeanne nelson says:
I would choose the Sundara Inner Fire necklace. It is striking and a real statement piece. A dream if I won it.
LindyBelle says:
What lovely jewelry! I am always looking for interesting jewelry designs because they enhance and accessorize my outfits without looking like I tried too hard. I would prefer the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace because I believe I would wear it more often, but they–as well as the jewelry on the Etsy site–are breathtaking!
MoonRae says:
They are both gorgeous pieces but I especially like the Inner Fire necklace!!
Thanks for the lovely opportunity
Melinda Torrence says:
I would enjoy wearing the Sundara Inner Fire necklace. Beautiful design!
Melinda Torrence says:
I would enjoy wearing the Sundara Inner Fire necklace. Love the design!
Margarida says:
I would most like to win the Sundara Inner Fire necklace- very classy and chic!
Christine says:
love the Sundara “Inner Fire” Necklace
Julie C says:
I love the Sundara “Inner Fire” necklace
Kelly Saucedo says:
I would love the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace, I would work beautifully with my wardrobe!!!
wizardewu says:
I love the Sundara “Smoke & Shakti” Necklace.
Jeanne-Marie Patrick says:
Certainly my choice is the innner fires necklace as it’s got those lights fanning out searching for truth, wisdom and grace. I do Yoga 4X a week… it’s relaxing and helps me deal w/ work and stress.
Carol says:
My pick is the Inner Fire–very chic for day or night
Marcie says:
love the inner fire necklace!
Angela Howell says:
Their both beautiful, but love the Sundara Inner Necklace. Really beautiful jewelry.
DOTTI says:
SUNDARA INNER FIRE, IT IS EXQUISITE, VERY VINTAGE LOOKING.
Kimberley Thomas says:
I like the inner fire if i have to choose but they are both great yoga inspired pieces. I love my yoga in the morning!
Susan says:
I love both of them but if I had to choose- the Inner Fire necklace.
Debbie W says:
I love the Inner Fire necklace!
jaylene says:
The sundara inner fire is great hope I win it
Lori Justus says:
It is always nice to have a matching necklace & earring set but my choice is the Sundara Inner Fire Necklace….the design is very unique 🙂
Mary Ann says:
I love them both. I really enjoy yoga and would love either of these pieces. If I had to I would pick the Smoke and Shakti one.
Suzy Reschke says:
I love them both but if I had to choose, it would be the Indian Fire.
Kathy says:
I would like to win Sundara Inner Fire Necklace
Ash Johnson says:
I love the Sundara “Inner Fire” Necklace
ann heffner says:
would love either one, but would probably wear the set more often.
these are both so beatiful, that choosing is almost impossible
MaryK says:
Both are pretty but my favorite is Inner Fire.