The Silent Auction for Katie is now complete! The auction took place on Friday, March 19 - Sunday, March 21. A huge thanks goes out to our generous sponsors who donated such amazing items, and to each and every bidder who participated! Now let's all walk away REAL WINNERS by donating our bid amounts directly to Katie to help pay for her medical care. After all, that's why we're all here in the first place!

Learn about our incredible Sponsors by reading our "Sponsor Spotlight" series, with interviews and insights into these unique artisan's work! We encourage you to support their shops.

Be sure to read more about Katie's inspiring story in her fight against cancer on the right hand column below. And follow our blog for updates... there's more to come!

Friday, March 19, 2010

Portrait of a Tree - Giclee Print - by Sarah Page




Limited Edition Giclee print of "Portrait of a Tree," original art by watercolorist Sarah Page. This print is #3 in a limited edition of 100. Signed and numbered by the artist. Printed on cotton paper with archival pigments, water resistent and fade resistent matte finish; this print is made to last!

The print comes unframed and measures 13 x 19 in., with several size options for framing and matting; will fit well in as small as 10.5 x 16 matting, as seen above.

Donated by artist Sarah Page.

Bidding starts at $10 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Women's Scalloped Scarf by Gloria's Crochet - YOU CHOOSE THE COLOR!





This women's scarf is made of soft yarn with scalloped edges and a handmade flower and button accent. A very striking feminine touch to an outfit.

Best of all, you get to choose the color! There are so many gorgeous colors to choose from, we couldn't fit them all in this listing!

Donated by Gloria's Crochet - learn more about this and her other items by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $15 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Buffalo River Home Quilt by Zippityduda




This lovely handmade quilt measures 62" x 84" and would be a great addition to a fireside chair or screened-in porch. It's perfect as a lap quilt for snuggling while you watch TV or sit by the fire. A toned down color scheme made to compliment any decor, the fabrics are neither too masculine nor too feminine - a rare combo!

All my quilts are made with 100% cotton fabrics and 100% poly batting to make them comfortable, durable, and easily machine-washable. I do all the work myself and strive to put a ton of love into everything I make!

Donated by Zippityduda - learn more about this and her other products by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $60 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Autographed Hillywood Show Photo by Once in Every Life Photography


Winner will receive this 8x10 autographed glossy photo of Jacob Jost, who plays Edward in The Hillywood Show's TWILIGHT PARODY and NEW MOON PARODY. Note: The only place to get this photograph is at The Official Twilight Convention... or this auction! This is bound to be a hot item, you can't get it anywhere else!

Donated by Once In Every Life Photography.learn more about this and her other items by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $10. Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Brown Leaves Zipper Pouch with Clip - by Charm Design




1. Exterior: 100% cotton mid-weight fabric imported from Japan (partially adding heavy weight interfacing).

2. Exterior: Zippered closure and the strap on the side of the pouch with clip.

3. Exterior: Decoration of the bias tape - adding bias tape (brown color) in the between top and main panel.

4. Interior: Bottom weight 100% cotton twill - solid beige with heavy weight interfacing.

Note: Pattern placement may be different than pictured. Made when ordered.
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-This is a great size for holding money, cosmetics, cellar phone, accessories and more!!

-I updated the several process of making this pouch for a much more durable pouch.
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Size:
H: 14 cm / 5.5 inches
W: 21 cm / 8 inches (top)
strap: 6.5 inches (double)

Donated by Charm Design - learn more about this and her other items by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $12 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

How to Write KILLER Ads - eBook by Charlie Page



"How to Write KILLER Ads in Under 10 Minutes" is a 17-page special report written by online marketing expert, Charlie Page. With years of experience and a successful online business to prove it, Charlie's written this report to help small business owners build their business in just a few clicks. Getting noticed online doesn't have to be a struggle!

If the world never learns about your product, you just can't make the sales. This special report can teach you how to get your products out there and into the hands of consumers in no time!

Bidding starts at $10 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Donated by Charlie Page - learn more about this and the other ebooks on his resource list, Real World Tactics; or check out his enormous membership website for marketing, the Directory of Ezines!

Body Polish Bon Bons by Seascape Soap - You Choose the Fragrance!




Body Polish Bon Bons are a bath time treat! These solid, single use body scrubs are made with cocoa butter, sea salt, and other skin loving goodies.

This listing is for a set of 4 Body Polish Bon Bons, approximately 1.5 oz each. One Bon Bon tends to last 2-3 showers depending on use.

Directions: Take a Body Polish Bon Bon with you into the shower or bath. When you are ready to use, massage onto wet skin, and rinse.

You choose the fragrance!

Donated by Seascape Soaplearn more about this and her other items by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $6 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Rockstar Earrings - by BellaBejeweled



Absolutely gorgeous, midnight black druzy dangles down a cascading chain of pyrite rondelles. With tons of gorgeous, sparkling facets, these babies pack a serious visual punch. Druzy is a must-have this season. Ready to rock this sparkly trend? Do it in this gorgeous limited-edition design! Made entirely of genuine gemstones and solid oxidized sterling silver, there are only 3 pairs of these. If you love 'em, grab them while you can...

Donated by BellaBejeweled - learn more about this and her other products by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $25 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Autographed Hillywood Show Photo from Once in Every Life Photography


The winner will receive this 8x10 glossy autographed photo of Kyle Dayton, who plays Jacob in The Hillywood Show's NEW MOON PARODY. Hurry, this photo is only available at The Official Twilight Convention and this auction, you can't find it anywhere else!

Donated by Once In Every Life Photography.learn more about this and her other items by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $10. Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Autographed Hillywood Show Photo by Once in Every Life Photography


Winner will receive this 8x10 glossy photo with autographs from the entire cast of The Hillywood Show's NEW MOON PARODY. Can't make it out to The Official Twilight Convention? Grab this photo now!

Donated by Once In Every Life Photography.learn more about this and her other items by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $10. Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Crimson Drop Necklace by BellaBejeweled



An absolutely gorgeous baroque Swarovski drop in deep red is wire wrapped to unique vintage brass chain. So sparkly and beautiful! I love this unusual cut in the Swarovski crystal line. Old fashioned, rich, and decadent... it's the perfect vintage accent for any occassion!

Donated by BellaBejeweled - learn more about this and her other products by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $10 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

"Jackson" - by SEA Photography


This print features Jackson Rathbone performing during a 100Monkeys concert. Love Jackson? You can't get this print anywhere else, so bid now! Print measures 5x7.

Donated by SEA Photography.learn more about this and her other items by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $5

"Lonely" - by SEA Photography


This beautiful artistic print measures 5x7 and comes ready to be matted and framed. Don't miss your chance to own this gorgeous piece!

Donated by SEA Photography.learn more about this and her other items by visiting her shop!
Bidding starts at $5 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Child All Star Slippers in Red by Hoodwink





Children size slippers based on All Star sneakers.
Red with white laces, trim, toe, patch, black stripe and brown sole
Length: 5.75 inches
Width: 2.5 inches
Height: 3.25 inches

Donated by Hoodwink - learn more about this and her other products by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $10 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Twilight Inspired - Volturi Crest Rubber Stamp by Dragonfly Curls






The Volturi (Aro, Caius, Alec, Jane, Felix, Demetri and others) have been dominating Volterra and the Vampire world for at least 3,000 years.

This stamp features the crest design that the Volturi members wear in the New Moon film.

This stamp is perfect for creating your own stationary, for use in letters, cards, scrapbooking, journals or whatever! You could even make your own wrapping paper- perfect for Christmas or someone's birthday!

You could even stamp this on yourselves for a great temporary tattoo. Add a unique touch to your outfit when you see this movie this November!

Stamp is approx 2"x2". This Stamp will come mounted for easier use!

Donated by Dragonfly Curls - learn more about this and her other products by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $10 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Twilight Tote Bags from Zippityduda




Being environmentally friendly can be snazzy, too!

These marvelous cotton fabric bags are the same dimensions as those totes you see everywhere...except these are hip, funky and cool and don't have the name of some store on the side!

You are getting two of these fantastic bags in this graphic black and white / white and black print, both with the same great red floral handles. I have to confess that these were inspired by the covers of the Twilight books -- that red/white/black combo is just too good to ignore!

Bags measure a generous 12'' width x 13'' height x 8'' depth; they have a box pleat on the bottom, so you can easily fit a three or four cereal boxes in with room to spare. They're constructed so the handles are sewn into the seams, which makes them very sturdy.

You can jam a few of these in your purse, your backpack, the trunk of your car, and you'll always be ready to haul home some goodies. Take them to the grocery store, the co-op, the farmer's market, wherever!

I've got some people who now own 7 or 8 of these and they LOVE them. Who knows what kind of addictive tendencies these will bring out in you and your friends... You'll love using them!

Donated by Zippityduda - learn more about this and her other products by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $7 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Black flower headband, called "Liz" - by Busy Bee Shoppe




This gorgeous, hand-made headband features black sequined flowers attached to a black elastic. Can be worn multiple ways.

Donated by Busy Bee Shoppe - Learn more about this and her other items by visiting her shop!

Bidding starts at $15 - Leave your bids in the comments! Auction closes at 11:59pm Sunday night.

Auction Rules

The Silent Auction for Katie has begun!

Here are the auction rules - please review these before bidding:

-The auction starts at 12:01 am Friday March 19th, and ends at 11:59pm Sunday March 21st, Central St. Time.

-Place your bids in the "comments" for the specific item you wish to bid on. Please leave a separate comment for each bid you wish to make.

-Please leave your email address in your bids, or make sure that your email address is available in your blogger profile. All bids MUST contain a way for us to contact you, in order to be valid.

-Check the comments for the most recent high bid before bidding. You can check them by clicking "comments" at the bottom of each listing.

-Upon winning, you will have 48 hours to submit payment and email us your paypal rececipt, or another winner will be chosen.

-The highest bidder at the close of the auction (11:59 pm Sunday) wins. Please place your bids in increments of whole dollars. Thank you for participating and good luck!

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Kind Words for Katie

As an update on the Silent Auction development this week, we thought we'd share a few of the kind words we've received. Thank you, everyone, for your support. Together we'll help Katie beat this!

"Katie's story touched me, and I admire her for her amazing strength. All the best to you and Katie and everyone who's helping you out." ~Jen

"My heart goes out to your friend and this sounds like a great idea." ~Lisa

"Could be a wonderful, feel good adventure for everyone involved, with the BEST result being money to help with medical bills...so I'm thrilled to help out Katie." ~Jennine

"We wish Katie blessings and health." ~Sandra

"Your friend is very brave." ~Michelle

"I hope your works achieve your goal. God bless you, Katie, and her family." ~Ranja

"This is a great idea. I would love to help!" ~Julia

"My grandpa has had lymphoma on and off his entire life (and has done a great job of kicking that cancer in its ass every time!) so I would actually be HONORED to participate!" ~Amanda

"My prayers and wishes go out to Katie." ~Teri

"My Mom suffered from the same type of cancer and I wish Katie the best." ~Pinkie

"I am truly honored to be helping. Regards and best wishes to Katie and this project!" ~Marcia

"I put a donation for Katie..... We need to keep inspiring upbeat young people in this world. You go Katie ! I'll be praying for you.♥" ~Kim

Thanks again to everyone who has helped by donating items, making financial donations to Katie, and helping spread the word about our auction. We can't do this without you!

Want to get involved? Add our button to your blog, and post/tweet/facebook/email your friends about our efforts! We need your help to make this auction the big event it should be. Together we can make it happen!

Monday, March 1, 2010

Tentative Date for Silent Auction Set!

Mark your calenders!

We're happy to announce that we've set a date for the Silent Auction for Katie. The Auction will begin here on this blog on Friday, March 19th!

Keep an eye on our blog between now and then for Sponsor Spotlights - exclusive interviews with the artists and business owners who've generously donated the items for auction. PLUS we'll have Sneak Peeks so you can get a glimpse of some of the can't-miss products that will be available on the 19th!

We've got some amazing items lined up that you won't want to miss. Hope to see you here on March 19th!

Love,

The Donations for Katie Team

PS Are you a business owner and want to donate an item for auction? There's still time! Just send us an email at donationsforkatie@gmail.com

Or make a monetary donation right now to help Katie fight cancer!