Irrigation Consultation and Servicing from R&D Landscaping!

Donated by: R&D Landscaping Inc. (my VERY favorite sprinkler guys!)

Item Description:  Get your sprinkler system in tip-top shape and build a library at the same time. Auction winner will receive a consultation to determine the overall condition of the existing sprinkler system.  R & D will provide recommendations on necessary repairs, coverage improvements, and lowering water usage.  Winner will also receive 4 hours of Irrigation Technician labor toward improvements and repairs. Excludes cost of parts, materials, and additional labor over 4 hours. Limited to the Denver Metro area. Believe me - these guys are the best!! Offer expires 12/31/12.

"We are honored to be a part of this wonderful cause and thank you."

Starting Bid: $10

Market Value:    $250

8"X10" Watercolor of Your Home Plus Digital Image

Donated by: Tim Reidy

Item Description: Architect Tim Reidy will create a 8"X10" watercolor painting or pencil sketch from your favorite photo of your house. Tim will also provide you with a digital image of the artwork in order to create note cards or other items.

About Tim Reidy: In addition to being my son, hardly his claim to fame, Tim is a classically-trained architect from the University of Notre Dame who spent a year in Rome studying, not only architecture, but also watercolor painting. He currently lives in Fairbanks, Alaska where he works on projects ranging from wilderness lodges to fire stations. But Tim holds strong emotional ties to another "home" - Uganda  - where he performed service work and research over the course of four years. Tim's Notre Dame honors thesis researched the traditional vernacular of Ugandan architecture and the redesign of two Ugandan refugee camps near Gulu. The design incorporated that traditional vernacular, sustainable design and local materials. The inspiration for this auction was in large part due to Tim.

Market Value: $50
Starting Bid: $10

LIGHT UP THE NIGHT Autographed Poster!

Donated by: Disney Hyperion and Jean Reidy

Item Description: Featuring the art of Caldecott Honor Illustrator Margaret Chodos-Irvine, this brilliant 20" X 14" (horizontal) author-autographed poster is perfect for framing for a child's room, playroom, library or reading corner. Fun and educational activities to go along with the book appear on the back. This item will ship in time for Christmas.

 "The coziest of quilts becomes a rocket ship in this gorgeous, mesmerizingly rhythmic read-aloud that explores a boy’s small place in a vast world...A dreamy-yet-instructive ode to the universe." Kirkus Starred Review

To learn more about LIGHT UP THE NIGHT and Jean's other books, please visit www.jeanreidy.com.

Market Value: $20
Starting Bid: $10

2 Hour Design, Staging, Paint Color Consultation or Room Tune-Up!

Donated by: Westview Design, LLC

Item Description:       Westview Design is a leading interior design and staging firm. The 2 hour consultation can be used towards a paint consultation with written report, a staging consultation with written report or a one room Room Tune-up; redesign and refresh any room in your home using everything you already own! Limited to Denver-Metro area.

Testimonial:   I provide Lynne's staging services for my Sellers and the properties receive excellent feedback and sell quickly. My Buyers receive Lynne's expertise as a closing gift which is very much appreciated as they move into their new home. Now I have her working with my friends, refreshing their homes--she's unbelievably talented! She uses your furnishings and totally transforms your look--incredible!! Did I also mention that she's a really great person with a big heart?? The lucky winner of Lynne's talent will not be sorry!

Susie Roy

The Denver 100 Real Estate Group

http://www.linkedin.com/in/susieroyproperties
  

For more information on Westview Design please visit: http://www.westviewdesign.com/index.html

Market Value: $200
Starting Bid: $10

READ! Bunting Banner for your Library or Reading Corner

Donated by: Sarah Coakley (to whom TOO PURPLEY! was dedicated)

Item Description:  Inspired by Light up the Night, the colors of this fabric bunting would be perfect in a reading nook, library, playroom or classroom.  Measuring just over 6' long, with extra length for the end pieces,  the bunting can easily be tied to your desired location. This item will ship in time for Christmas!

Market Value:    $20.00
Starting Bid: $10

Custom, One-of-a-Kind Floral Design!

Donated by: Eddie. Sam and Henry Kiefer


Item Description:  This is your chance to win a one-of-a-kind, custom, floral arrangement for your home or office created by Gina Blakemore Designs. Gina uses a unique wealth of textures and color to create the most  beautiful botanical arrangements. Customer consultation prior to design is included. U.S. bidders only, please.

Market Value:    250.00
Starting Bid:
$10

NYC in Black and White!

Donated by: Molly Reidy


Item Description:  Molly Reidy has captured four of New York's treasures in these 5X7 black and white photographs. Mounted in glass clip frames, this grouping compliments either a classic or contemporary decor. This item will ship in time for Christmas!!


Market Value:    $40
Starting Bid: $10

Signed Print from artist and author Melissa Conroy - "Juliette in the Snow"

Donated by: Melissa Conroy

Item Description: An adorable signed 8"x16" giclee print titled "Juliette in the Snow." This item will ship in time for Christmas!

About the artist: While coming by creative talent honestly - yes, she is Pat Conroy's daughter - Melissa Conroy is quite remarkable in her own right and enjoys many creative outlets.

She started with drawing and painting and has expanded into textile design and soft sculpture. She is also the author and illustrator of two children's books, Poppy's Pants and Grandma is an Author (which releases this month). Melissa is also the creator of the adorable woOberry dolls.

For more information on Melissa, her art and her books please visit:
http://www.melissaconroy.com/
And for more information on woOberry dolls please visit: www.wooberry.com

Market Value: $65.00
Starting Bid:  $10

Doors of España

Donated by:  Brittany Roy

Item Description: Transport yourself to the streets of Spain with a trio of colorful door photographs nestled in a sleek black frame. Bring these beautiful doors that grace the streets of Sevilla, Barcelona and Granada into your own home and add the perfect splash of color and character to your wall. The frame measures 9x17 inches. The photographs were taken during Brittany's study abroad trip to Spain in 2009. This item is limited to U.S. bidders only and will ship in time for Christmas.

Market Value:    $50
Starting Bid:  $10