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200s: Home and Garden Items
[First Wave; auction closes at 7:30 p.m.]201. Oneida Dinner Set
This 16-piece Oneida dinner set will look great on your table.
Donor: Becky Schooler; $35
202. Tool Kit – Sharper Image
Hey guys – here is something you won't be able to resist! This clever case was made with a carry handle and wall mounts. The contents include hammer, pliers, lug and ratchet wrenches with bits, screwdriver with assorted bits, measure, level, utility and folding knives, flashlight, assorted screws, etc., etc., etc. Item photo
Donor: Lesslie Anbari; $120
203. Fabulous Read It and Eat Collection
Beautiful framed arrangement of original food photos. Plus, New York Times best-seller Garlic and Sapphires, a surprising true account of Times restaurant reviewer Ruth Reich's visits to the best high- and low-brow eateries in the city, and the hidden selves she discovered as she ate. With recipes and gourmet surprises from Topeka Natural Food Co-op for your sampling pleasure.
Donor: Marjorie Van Buren; $60
204. Soldier Girl – Book
Hot off the press, this is an outstanding tale of Kansas 's pioneers and an African American cavalry regiment during the Indian Wars. The story is told from the unique point of view of a young girl. Soldier Girl is both historically accurate and a delight for young adult readers. Autographed by the author Jackie Lakin.
Donor: Jackie Lakin; $20
205. Gift Certificate for an Oriental Rug
This gift certificate will allow the bearer to spend up to $200 on a beautiful oriental rug of their choice from ApaDana Oriental Rug Gallery in the Brookwood Shopping Center .
Donor: ApaDana Oriental Rug Gallery; $200
206. Cane Doll Chairs
These adorable chairs, handmade in Asia , will display your favorite family dolls in the most becoming of fashion.
Donors: James & Bonnie Heidebrecht; $20
207. Merry Maids – Gift Certificate
One hour with 2 professional home cleaning experts will be yours if you win the bid on this great gift certificate. The Merry Maids will follow your wish list and provide all equipment and supplies needed. Employees of Merry Maids are screened, trained, bonded and insured.
Donor: Merry Maids; $70
208. Cobalt Blue Glass Vase
Made and purchased in Mexico City , Mexico , this beautiful vase has been fabricated with a pewter base.
Donor: Deborah Burkhead; $40
209. El Salvador Hammock
This bright, multicolored hammock will look great in your backyard! Hang it between trees or on a hammock frame. Handmade by The People's Market in El Salvador . The purchase of this item helps people in El Salvador as well as Iraq .
Donor: Ken Cott; $28
210. El Salvador Placemats, Napkins
Items from The People's Market in El Salvador , these colorful table accessories will win you many compliments from your guests.
Donor: Ken Cott; $20
211. Chinese Market Bag
This typical Chinese food market bag has been made from embroidered fabric with a panda design and tassels.
Donor: Raylene Hinz-Penner; $15
212. Chinese Food Market Bag
Constructed out of typical Chinese fabric, this bag features a blue panda design.
Donor: Raylene Hinz-Penner $10
213. Colorful Fabric Bag from China
From the Yunnan province in China , this colorful large bag features a significant amount of embroidery.
Donor: Raylene Hinz-Penner; $25
214. Embroidered Fabric Bag with Handles
This fabric bag from the Yunnan province in China features beads and embroidery.
Donor: Raylene Hinz-Penner; $25
215. Embroidered Silks for Bed Covers
One bright pink and one bright yellow, these gorgeous silks are intricately embroidered with fish and flowers.
Donor: Raylene Hinz-Penner; $40
216. Personalized Note Pads – Gift Certificate
Gift Certificate is for ten pads of 50 sheets, 5½” X 8½”, with up to three lines of type. What a great stocking stuffer this could be!
Donor: Copy Center of Topeka, Inc.; $30
217. Personalized Letterhead and Envelopes – Gift Certificate
Gift Certificate provides for 250 each of envelopes and letterhead. #10 size envelopes and 8½” X 11” letterhead.
What a great stocking stuffer this could be!
Donor: Copy Center of Topeka, Inc.; $40
218. Home Interior Basket
Spruce up your home with good smelling stuff from Home Interior. Includes room freshener, two candles (berry and coffee cake), hand/body lotion, and bath/shower gel (sweet pea).
Donor: Julie De Jean and family; $40
219. Celebrate Plate
Celebrate that special occasion with a special plate! Birthday, anniversary and graduation are all days that deserve special attention. Now you can make it special with this white ceramic plate that has colorful letters around the edges announcing the intention to CELEBRATE.
Donor: Jennifer Bergstrom; $30
220. Onyx Vase
This beautiful onyx vase was made in Iraq .
Donor: Ken Cott; $25
221. Assorted Salvadoran Handicrafts
This is your chance to bid on a whole box of unusual gifts. From decorative to functional these items can decorate your own, friend's and family member's homes.
Donor: Ken Cott; $80
222. Crosses, Boxes and a Virgin Plaque
Salvadoran artisans have made all these beautiful items. The plaque is the Virgin of Fatima to protect us. The colorful wooden crosses and boxes have all been hand painted. Item photo
Donor: Ken Cott; $80
223. Two Doll-Sized Chairs
Handcrafted and painted by artisans in El Salvador , you will not be able to go home without them. These adorable chairs can hold your favorite stuffed animal or doll.
Donor: Ken Cott; $30
224. The Flower Farmer -- Book
Lawrence flower farmer Lynn Byczynski has written a comprehensive guide to raising cut flowers, whether for your own pleasure or a business. Learn the best varieties, how to grow them, and when to harvest them for a long season of beautiful flowers.
Donor: Lynn Byczynski; $25
225. Science Diet Dry Dog Food – Gift Certificate
One Coupon – for a free 35–40 pound bag of any Science Diet dry dog food. (Expires 12/31/06 ).
Donor: Hill's Pet Nutrition; $40
226. Steamer/Iron
This is a great combination of steaming and ironing to make your life easier.
Donor: Marilyn Ault; $20
227. Eight Bird Mugs
These are not your typical mugs. These beautiful mugs artistically depict birds common to the Midwest in a variety of seasons. Would make a great Christmas or wedding present.
Donors: Ed & Elinor De Jean; $64
228. Pressed Glass Vases and Trays
Two lovely vases and pressed glass trays will look great when displayed or used.
Donors: Ed & Elinor De Jean; $40
229. Campbell's Soup Collectibles
Any Campbell 's soup buffs out there? This collection of various Campbell 's soup items will be fun for the whole family to enjoy. There are mugs and figurines and a tray and potholders. This could be the start of new collection!
Donors: Ed & Elinor De Jean; $50
230. Logan Lawn & Land – Gift Certificate
Serving the Topeka area this gift certificate allows the bearer up to $50 of lawn care and/or snow removal.
Donor: Logan Lawn & Land; $50
231. Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life -- Book
Written by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg, this is an important message for the world.
Donor: Jean Ryan; $18
232. Stanley Flowers – Gift Certificate
Be prepared for that special occasion with pre-paid flowers or gifts from Stanley Flowers.
Donor: Stanley Flowers, Inc.; $50
233. Science Diet Dry Dog Food – Gift Certificate
One Coupon – for a free 35 – 40 pound bag of any Science Diet dry dog food. (Expires 12/31/06 ).
Donor: Hill's Pet Nutrition; $40
234. Men's Wearhouse – Gift Card
Is it time for a new suit? May be used at any Men's Wearhouse to purchase in-store merchandise and services.
Donor: Men's Wearhouse; $35
235. Flowers by Bill – Gift Certificate
Known for their fun and unique arrangements, you might want to surprise your spouse with flowers by Bill!
Donor: Flowers by Bill; $20
236. Large Decorator Basket
This striking basket will catch your attention. Take it home and put it in that perfect spot! Item photo
Donor: Sara Tucker; $25
237. School Bus Tin Music Box
This adorable tin box plays “School Days” and can be used to hold candy. It is 3” wide, 7” long and 4” tall. Item photo 1 and 2
Donor: Sara Tucker; $15
238. Forever Kansas -- Book
This new 160 page coffee table picture book of Kansas nature photos has an intro by Bill Curtis. Great to give as gift. Item photo 1 and 2
Donor: Sara Tucker; $35
239. Bucket of Seeds and Bulbs
Gift bags of garden seeds and a bulb kit fill this adorable bucket. Start the spring right – it is right around the corner!
Donor: Leah Fulton; $25
240. Items for the Home
Looking for the perfect throw rug? How about a cozy throw for the couch? Add a wonderful suede tote bag and you may be a winner. Rug design closeup photo
Donor: Leah Fulton; $60
241 Home Decorating and Accessories Basket
Boxes of candles, soap in a dish, thank you notes, cook books, boxes of tea, prayer box bracelets – something for everyone on your Christmas list!
Donor: Leah Fulton; $60
