2nd Peaceful Beginnings Silent Auction

Last spring, we hosted our first silent auction! We were fortunate to raise funds through this auction to help out a member cover some of the expenses involved with the birth of her twin boys. This new blog has been started so that we will have a consistent place to hold the auction each year. We are excited to begin our second silent auction, just in time for the holidays! We are currently accepting donations and getting the items posted to the blog. Comments are currently closed, but will open for bidding on December 1, 2009. Bidding will remain open until December 7, 2009. Here are a few guidelines:

• Once bidding has opened, place your bid by leaving a comment under the item you'd like to bid on.  Please make sure to either leave your e-mail address in the comment, or if you blog, make sure your profile is set to public so that we can contact you that way.
• Check back often to make sure you haven't been outbid!
• On December 7th, comments will close at 9:00 pm.  The comment with the highest bid at that point will be the winner of the item.
• If the winner is local, we will be having a park date at which you can pick up your winnings, or you can arrange to pick them up from one of our houses.  If you are not local, we will arrange shipping details with you.  We will ask you to cover shipping charges, as this is a benefit auction!
• Payment for items can be made via paypal or via cash/check for local winners.  Items will be distributed after the payment has been received/cleared.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us via the contact button on the right!  If you have an item or service you'd like to donate, please let us know that as well!  See you on the first to start the bidding!

gdiaper cover

This is a gdiaper cover in size med/large.  Velcro is in great condition.  No inserts included.

Donated by:  Kimberly Harris

suggested opening bid:  $2.00

Blueberry Pocket Diaper

This is a gently used Blueberry pocket diaper in size medium.  Includes microterry insert.  Snap closures and no staining.

Donated by:  Kimberly Harris

suggested opening bid:  $4.00

Lot of 11 misc. diaper inserts

These inserts are gently used and contain:

1 small hemp swaddlebees 

1 microterry one size from Green Acre Designs

8 misc. microterry inserts, various sizes and shapes

1 hemp Joey Bunz

Donated by:  Kimberly Harris

suggested opening bid: $6.00

Imse Vimse organic flannelette contour diapers

These are 2 brand new, never used Imse Vimse organic flannelette contour diapers.  From the Imse Vimse website:

"Made from 100% organic cotton with elastic through the legs.  Very soft and absorbent, the Imse Vimse contour diaper, is very streamline and not bulky at all.  It is easy to put on: just wrap the generous wings of the diaper around your baby without the need for pins.  This diaper has also been approved for the Swedish Evironmental License as being quick drying and energy conserving. "

They are labeled as one size fits all, as they can be adjusted to fit with a snappi or pins.  You will need to use a cover with these diapers.

Donated by:  Kimberly Harris

suggested opening bid:  $8.00

Bummis Super Whisper Wrap, frog print

Gently used Bummis Super Whisper Wrap diaper cover in frog print.  Size medium.  Velcro in great condition!

Donated by:  Kimberly Harris

suggested opening bid:  $3.00

Hand knit wristlets

These blue and white wristlets measure approximately 6"x2" and have some stretch.  Previously used, but in good condition!

Donated by:  Erika Estey

suggested opening bid:  $2.00

Hand knit hat

Hand knit hat from super soft, pink fuzzy yarn.  

Donated by:  Erika Estey

suggested opening bid:  $1.00

Knitted hat with pom-pom

Hand knitted had from super soft, silky yarn.  

Donated by:  Erika Estey

suggested opening bid:  $2.00

Knitted hat with heart appliques

Knitted hat with cute heart appliques.  

Donated by:  Erika Estey

Suggested opening bid:  $2.00

One Hour Massage

This item is a one hour massage from massage therapist Aimee Stephans (member of Peaceful Beginnings).  The winner will get to choose from either a Swedish or deep tissue massage.  Aimee can come to your location.  Retail value at $70.

Donated by:  Aimee Stephens

Suggested opening bid:  $30

Wonderwraps One Size Diaper Cover

This listing is for a Wonderwraps one size diaper cover by The Natural Baby Co. This soft cover is made from a high quality waterproof laminate that is sandwiched between two layers of super soft polyester knit fabric. Wonder Wraps have superior durability and will hold up time after time. Aplix closures allow for a secure and versatile fit. This cover is great for overnight.

Donated by: Kelly Ward (owner baby, naturally)
Suggested opening bid: $5.00

Clothespin Bag

This listing is for a handmade clothespin bag and includes 50 wooden, spring loaded clothespins.  Winner will get to choose fabric print from available selection at the end of the auction.

Donated by:  Kelly Ward (owner baby, naturally)

Suggested opening bid:  $3.00

Hypnobirthing book and relaxation CD

Hypnobirthing: The Mongan Method and Rainbow Relaxation CD set.

Book description:
"In this easy-to-understand guide, HypnoBirthing founder Marie Mongan explodes the myth of pain as a natural accompaniment to birth. She proves through sound medical information that it is not our bodies but our culture that has made childbirth a moment of anguish, and that when we release the fear of birth, a fear that is keeping our bodies tense and closed, we will also release the pain.

HypnoBirthing is nature, not manipulation. It relaxes the mind in order to let the body work as it is designed. The HypnoBirthing exercises—positive thinking, relaxation, visualization, breathing and physical preparation—will lead to a happy and comfortable pregnancy, even if you are currently unsure of an intervention-free birth. Your confidence, trust and happy anticipation will in turn lead to the peaceful, fulfilling and bonding birth that is your right as a mother.

More than 10,000 happy couples have had their lives changed for the better by HypnoBirthing. More than 500 news organizations—including Good Morning America, The Today Show, Dateline, The Richard & Judy Show, Time, Newsweek, Parenting and Better Homes & Gardens—have joined the movement for better birthing.

Why is HypnoBirthing changing the way the world gives birth? That's simple. Because it works."

Donated by: Jamie Marancenbaum (owner Hypnobirthing Experience)
Suggested opening bid: $15

Custom Tie-Dyed Playsilk

Cyndy owns her own custom tie-dye shop and is offering one lucky bidder a custom tie dyed, 30"x30" playsilk! The above pictures are samples of her work--gorgeous!

Donated by: Cyndy Schaefer (owner Brave Mommy Studio)
Suggested opening bid: $10

Braun Multiquick Hand Blender

New in the box: handblender with high-speech chopper and metal whisk. Soft touch grip; easy to use and hold. Detachable blender shaft for greater convenience. Dishwasher safe: blender, chopper, and beaker. Includes chopper attachment, stainless steel whisk attachment, clear beaker with lid and wallholder. Mixes/blends soups, sauces, baby food, mayonnaise, milkshakes, pancake batter....Finely chops herbs, onions, chilies, nuts....whisks cream, eggwhites, desserts.

Donated by: May Sze
Suggested opening bid: $10

AppleCheeks Envelope Cover and insert

This is for a size 2 AppleCheeks envelope cover in Cherry Tomato and a 2-layer hemp insert. Size 2 covers fit from approximately 18-40 lbs.

Donated by:  Kelly Ward (owner baby, naturally)

Suggested opening bid:  $10

Zolowear Black Dragon Brocade Silk Sling

This is a beautiful silk brocade sling by Zolowear.  Gold phoenix dragons with red, blue, and green accents on silky black.  Two layers of silk:  silk dupioni and heavyweight, top quality silk/rayon brocade, with an insert pockets for keys, money, phone, or diaper accessories.  This sling is machine washable but will lose a bit of sheen and gain bit of softness from machine washing.  To keep it shiny, dry clean.  Size medium (see size chart here).    Retails for $125.

Donated by:  Kari Niedermaier

Suggested opening bid:  $50

Kangaroo Korner Adjustable Pouch Carrier

The Kangaroo Korner Adjustable Pouch is designed to grow with your baby and can also accommodate changing sizes during pregnancy.  This pouch is cotton khaki fabric in a size medium.  Note:  this particular pouch is designed for right hand dominate users (or anyone who prefers to carry the baby on the left hip).  It is a size medium.  (for more information on sizing or fabric, please check out the Kangaroo Korner website.)

Donated by:  Kari Niedermaier

Suggested opening bid:  $20

TaylorMade Ring Sling

Gorgeous batik ring sling by TaylorMade. Very lightweight and soft material (100% cotton), so perfect for year round use in the Texas heat. The fabric was hand dyed in Bali using traditional batiking methods. Size medium (see size chart here).

Donated by:  Kari Niedermaier

Suggested opening bid:  $25

Custom Hand Knit Wool Shorties or Longies

This listing is for a pair of custom knit newborn or small shorties or longies!  The winner of this item can choose if they would prefer shorties or longies and can discuss yarn options with Heather.  

*Please note:  because this is a custom knit item, it will not be able to be completed in time for Christmas.  Just FYI in case you are Christmas shopping! *

Donated by:  Heather Heald (owner Baa Baa Baby Knits)

Suggested opening bid:  $25

Hand Knit Apple Hat

Apple hat, for the apple of your eye. 

Knit in 100% Peruvian wool, it is embellished with an I cord "stem" and hand knit "leaves".  Lots of stretch to fit a range of little noggins!  Measurements are taken at rest, but will s t r e t c h to fit that size and larger.

This hat is sized 2-3 years = 17+ inches (plus stretch)

Wool hat requires hand washing and drying flat.

Donated by:  Heather Heald (owner Baa Baa Baby Knits)

Suggested opening bid: $6.00

Children's Place Jacket (gently used)

A bright pink Children's Place jacket with felt and fabric flower applique on the front and back, sz 18 mos. Soft fur-like interior and nylon exterior. 

Donated by:  Erika Estey

Suggested opening bid:  $8.00

 

Weather-it Leopard Print Jacket (gently used)

A weather it leopard print jacket, sz 24 mos. Polyester interior and very soft fur-like exterior. 

Donated by:  Erika Estey

Suggested opening bid:  $7.00