Hope for Anton

Giveaway has ended... Kindle Fire Giveaway! (through November 18th)

2011-10-18T12:06:00.010-04:00

The giveaway has ended. Congratulations Tony D. we will be contacting you by email.

We were able to raise $1145!!! Thank you so much to everyone who donated and spread the word about the giveaway!

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The giveaway has ended. Thank you so much to everyone who entered.
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Reposting about the Kindle Fire Giveaway being held to raise money for Anton's adoption. Remember, an entry is only $5.00 or you can share it on FB, your blog or Twitter (make sure you leave a comment if you do any of those so you will be entered). You have until the 18th (FRIDAY) to enter!

We are giving-away a KINDLE FIRE!

Participate in this fun ‘givaway’ for a Kindle Fire and help bring Anton home!!

Don’t need a Kindle for yourself? Participate anyway, and consider this as a wonderful Christmas gift for a loved one!! Think about how far a $5.00 donation can go… one less Starbuck’s coffee, one less happy meal, that is it!!!!

WHAT IS A KINDLE FIRE?
Coming November 15, 2011.

Details (from Amazon):
Full color 7'' multi-touch display, with wi-fi

18 million movies, TV shows, songs, magazines, and books
Thousands of popular apps and games
Ultra-fast web browsing - Amazon Silk

Free cloud storage for all your Amazon content
Vibrant color touchscreen with extra-wide viewing angle
Fast, powerful dual-core processor

A video demo!

(For more product information, click HERE!)

HOW TO ENTER:

- For every $5.00 you donate, your name will be entered. ($20 = 4 chances)

- All proceeds to Anton's adoption fund!

- Tweet about the giveaway (make sure you leave a comment letting us know you did this)

-Share the giveaway on FB (make sure you leave a comment to let us know you did this)

-Post a blog about the giveaway (make sure you leave a comment to let us know you did this)

- The winner will be chosen by Random.org. The winner will be contacted through their PayPal email address. If the winner does not respond within THREE days, a new winner will be chosen.

- You may submit entries until November 18, 2011.

- You must be a United States resident to be eligible for the Kindle Fire.

Don’t Miss Out On This Opportunity! Spread the Word- FACEBOOK IT! TWEET IT! BLOG IT!
Or any other way you can spread the word for Anton!!! Thank you so much for your help!

Remember, you have until November 18th!

UP FOR BID: Men's toiletry case (leather)

2011-10-03T13:59:00.004-04:00

SOLD!

UP FOR BID: RedEnvelope brand Men's toiletry case.

Description from the RedEnvelope site:
Storing toiletries in style, our travel case was inspired by the classic shaving bags used in the early 1900s. Made of rich brown full-grain leather with modern brushed-brass hardware and durable cotton-canvas lining. Exclusively from RedEnvelope.

includes hanging hook and dual-strap closure
features four generous pockets, one of which is a removable case
canvas lining unsnaps for easy clean-up of spills
mesh pocket for wet items
made of brown full-grain leather with light-tan lining
brushed-brass hardware
12 1/2" x 3/4" x 19" H when open

This is not brand new but looks brand new. It's only been used once or twice, but you can't tell at all. It would make a GREAT Christmas or birthday gift for any man in your life who travels a lot! All proceeds go to Anton's adoption fund.

Bidding will start now and will end at 10:00pm EST on Friday night, October 7th. Any bids time stamped after 9:59pm EST will not be accepted.

Valued at $129.95 new.

Bidding will start at $12.00.

STARBUCKS COFFEE AUCTION

2011-08-04T13:09:00.000-04:00

Hey everybody. Okay, so I know I've been lazy about doing more auction items, and that's totally my fault but I'm back now, hopefully better than ever.

Sweet Ashley, a manager of a Starbucks store, has donated 8 bags of whole bean Starbucks coffee up for auction, with ALL PROCEEDS GOING TO ANTON'S ADOPTION FUND!

Please see auction items (they are separated into four separate posts) below. Bid on one or all four! Bidding is starting at about 1/3 of retail value.

HAVE FUN!

(Thank you so so so much, Ashley. Sorry it's taken me so long!)

Starbucks Coffee ONE

2011-08-04T13:05:00.001-04:00

Up for Bid:

2 one pound packages of Starbucks whole bean Coffee. Both Caffe Verona Blend.

Both bags: Caffe Verona Blend, Bold Flavor, Dark Cocoa, Roasty Sweet. Valued at $10.95.

(Maximum Freshness until: November 19, 2011)

From the website: Caffè Verona® is a seductive blend of beans from Latin America and Indonesia, with a gentle touch of Italian Roast lending depth, soul and sweetness. Because this delectable combination pairs so very well with chocolate, it has become a Valentine’s Day favorite – and the coffee we most associate with romance. Bella, Bella! P.S.: Literature lovers out there will recognize Verona as the city where Shakespeare set Romeo and Juliet. Although the play ends in tragedy, we’d like you to know that every cup of this coffee has a happy ending.

Please bid in the comments. Top comment should be the highest bid. Bidding will end Monday, August 8th at 10:00 pm. Any bids marked after 9:59pm will not be counted.

Bidding will start at $7.00.

Starbucks Coffee TWO

2011-08-04T12:58:00.002-04:00

Up for Bid:

2 one pound packages of Starbucks whole bean Coffee. Both Komodo Dragon Blend.

Both bags: Komodo Dragon Blend, Bold Flavor, Herbal, Cedary Spice. Valued at $11.95.
(Maximum Freshness until: October 15, 2011 and November 26, 2011, respectively)

From the website: Perhaps no creature is more remarkable than the world’s largest lizard: the Komodo dragon. Like that beast, this coffee is bold and surprisingly snappy. It was also, until recently, just as rare as that elusive and endangered animal. We first sold this blend by mail and online orders only. But it became such a customer favorite that we unleashed it within our stores as well. It’s an assertive combination of several Asia/Pacific coffees: part bright, biting acidity and part earthy, loamy smoothness.

Please bid in the comments. Top comment should be the highest bid. Bidding will end Monday, August 8th at 10:00 pm. Any bids marked after 9:59pm will not be counted.

Bidding will start at $8.00.

Starbucks Coffee THREE

2011-08-04T12:51:00.002-04:00

Up for Bid:

2 one pound packages of Starbucks whole bean Coffee.

Bag 1: Italian Roast, X-Bold flavor, Sweet/Slightly Smoky, Valued at $11.95.
(Maximum Freshness until: December 3, 2011)

From the website: This coffee gets its distinctive sweetness from the way it is roasted: dark, and darker still. Somewhere beyond the caramel notes of our Espresso Roast but short of the smokiness that identifies our French Roast – that is the sweet spot held by Italian Roast. What is created after the coffee cools is a sturdy and sweet blend, potent and intense.

Bag 2: Kenya, Bold Flavor, Juicy Acidity, Currant, Valued at $11.95.
(Maximum Freshness Until: November 12, 2011)

From the website: Awash with a full-bodied juiciness that makes it instantly recognizable to its many, many fans. These qualities are all true of our Kenya coffee. You can recognize Kenya through its tell-tale citrus flavors – grapefruit most often, but sometimes lemon and sometimes tart orange. There’s a sparkle to this coffee, a bright acidity, that makes it so refreshing to drink. In fact, it's a terrific iced coffee on a hot summer day.

Please bid in the comments. Top comment should be the highest bid. Bidding will end Monday, August 8th at 10:00 pm. Any bids marked after 9:59pm will not be counted.

Bidding will start at $8.00.

Starbucks Coffe FOUR

2011-08-04T12:45:00.002-04:00

Up for Bid:

2 one pound packages of Starbucks whole bean Coffee.

Bag 1: Guatemala Antigua, Medium flavor, Subtle Cocoa, Soft Spice, Valued at $13.95.
(Maximum Freshness until: November 12, 2011)

From the website: These agricultural lands are famous for their passion and tradition, for exemplifying the best qualities of their respective beverages.This lush part of southern Guatemala is nestled among three volcanoes. The high altitude and loamy soil create conditions that are nearly ideal for coffee growers and coffee lovers alike.

And love this coffee we do. It’s an elegant affair: refined in its acidity, identified by the pedigree of its gentle spice flavors and subtle cocoa-like texture.

Bag 2: Guatemala Casi Cielo, Elegant, floral, satisfying cocoa finish
(Maximum Freshness until: July 23, 2011)

From the website: And while you’ve never had to go that far to experience this ineffably rich coffee, there was a time when you could only enjoy it in some of the country’s most exclusive restaurants. You see, we originally developed this coffee to be the ultimate “fine-dining” experience, working with the chefs at Seattle’s legendary Canlis restaurant. Together, we created a remarkable coffee with a depth and versatility perfect for a variety of gourmet entrees and desserts – particularly those with savory herbs or cheeses, rich chocolate or berries. For years, we limited this coffee to just a few, choice establishments. But the clamor for Guatemala Casi Cielo® was so relentless, and the coffee so good, that eventually we capitulated; we had to share it. So, for a short time every year, we make this culinary masterpiece available for your own special occasions at home – no reservations required. (I'm throwing this one in for free because technically it's past "for fresh roasted flavor, enjoy before" date, but it's never been opened. Valued originally at $12.95.)

Please bid in the comments. Top comment should be the highest bid. Bidding will end Monday, August 8th at 10:00 pm. Any bids marked after 9:59pm will not be counted.

Bidding will start at $4.50.

Thirty One Fundraiser (Round 2)

2011-07-26T14:15:00.000-04:00

Janel, who hosted our first Hope for Anton fundraiser through Thirty One back in February has offered to do it again! She has set up a party that will run through August 22nd. She gets 25% of all sales and ALL OF THAT will go to Anton's fund.

Running: July 26 - August 22, 1:00 pm EST

Percent of sales: 25%

Where: Click HERE

Details on how to order:

Follow the link

1. Download the personalization guide - this will open in a new window, keep it open to refer to for embroidery options

2. Hit your back button to go back to the shopping page.

3. Select your Item and add it to your cart

4. Add your personalization

5. When you are done shopping click the "checkout" button

6. Make sure that you DO NOT SHIP TO HOST.

7. Fill out your shipping information

8. Review your order and then click the "pay for order" button

9. Select "credit card payment" from the left hand side of your screen

10. Complete your payment information making sure to add your total to the total payment amount

11. Click "save" and you are done!

Bonus:

ALL ITEMS are 15% off and almost all them are new items/patterns!

I know it's still a little early to think about Christmas, but if you'd like to get started now, you could help Anton at the same time! Pretty good deal.

HAPPY SHOPPING!

Ebay Items

2011-05-26T23:22:00.000-04:00

I posted several new items on Ebay today. All proceeds to Anton's Adoption.

IZOD dress/golf shirt and Cherokee dress shirt, short sleeves, size Medium.
HERE.

American Eagle Ladies Jeans. New with tags. Size 8.
HERE.

American Eagle Ladies Jean Shorts. Size 6.
HERE.

Levi's Ladies Jeans. Like new. Size 7.
HERE.

I was going to post photos of the items here too, but I'm just too tired tonight. If you are interested, just click on the links. I posted plenty of photos on Ebay. Thanks guys!

Ebay Item - Gap/Geoffrey Beene men's dress shirts size large

2011-05-25T14:19:00.001-04:00

SOLD

2 Gap dress shirts
1 Geoffrey Beene dress shirt
all size men's large
flat collars, standard button sleeves
great condition!
100% cotton

All proceeds go to Anton's Adoption!

Listing is HERE.

Ebay Item - 2 Eddie Bauer Men's Dress Shirts Size Large

2011-05-25T13:41:00.001-04:00

SOLD

Two Eddie Bauer long sleeved dress shirts.
Size Men's Large
Wrinkle Resistant
Great condition!
Button collar, button sleeve.

All proceeds to Anton's adoption.

Listing is HERE.

Ebay Item - decorative wall hanging

2011-05-23T13:07:00.001-04:00

Decorative Wall Hanging
New with tags
Sandra Magsamen Messages from the Heart collection
"We do not remember the days, we remember the moments"
Really cute, colorful.

Listing is HERE.

All proceeds to Anton's Adoption.

Ebay Item - Women's Beautiful Pink Pajama Set Size Medium

2011-05-23T12:52:00.001-04:00

SOLD

New, without tags.
Women's Size Medium
Beautiful Pink Color
Silky Soft.
83% polyester, 17% cotton

Ebay listing is HERE.

All proceeds to Anton's Adoption!

Up for Bid: Beautiful hand made earring and necklace set

2011-04-28T07:00:00.002-04:00

Laura, from Laurel Creek Designs, has made a BEAUTIFUL earring and necklace set which she if offering up for auction. All proceeds go to Anton!

Laura made some beautiful pieces for Jonah's EB Auction, and this one is no exception. She made this set, which she fittingly named "Hope for Anton" specifically for this purpose, weaving the pieces together, combining the stories of both Anton and his forever family.

Her beautiful story of the inspiration behind this set is HERE. Please read it. It makes the jewelry so much more meaningful.

Materials used in Hope for Anton: Aquamarine, Quartz, Moonstone, Opal, Pearls, Czech Crystal, and Sterling Silver

Necklace length: two 22 inch strands

Earring(s) length: 2 inches, link and cluster portion is just under 1 ½-inch

Necklace hangs longer than shown.

This set is valued at $125.

Bidding starts now and will end on Saturday night, April 30th, at exactly 9:00 pm. I have been having issues being able to shut off comments, so please know that anything time stamped after 8:59 pm will not count as a valid bid.

Bidding will start at $40.

Serwa Chic!

2011-04-20T00:00:00.004-04:00

Serwa Chic (owned by my friend Jen) who just gave away the nursing cover for auction is generously donating again!

From today (Wednesday) through Friday, Serwa Chic will donate 30% of all sales to Anton's Adoption Fund!!!

Jen hand sews and sells lots of adorabley great stuff, like...

All-In-Ones (what Jonah wears):

Snappy All-In-Ones (we have one of these. I wish I had ordered 20):

Fitted Diapers:

Diaper Covers:

Nursing Covers:

and Long Sleeved Bibs (Jonah has two. They are AWESOME!):

Here's Jonah's most recent cute stash!

I KNOW!

You can see more of Jen's stuff at her online shop or visit her Facebook page. Remember, three days only, so make sure you take advantage. 30% to Anton's fund... it doesn't get much better.

Thank you, Jen!

Happy Shopping!!!

Snap In Time Photography Package (ROCHESTER, NY)

2011-04-12T07:00:00.005-04:00

Denise, you are the winner of the photography package! I'll send you an email with instructions shortly. Thanks everybody!

Melissa from Snap In Time Photography is offering up for bid an awesome photography package in the Rochester, NY area.

The package will include:
- 1 hour of on location photography for 1-4 people ($10 for each additional person)
- 20-40 edited images
- up to 3 outfit changes

*** The session must take place within 20 miles of Melissa's zip code (14606 - Rochester, NY area), but she is willing to travel further for additional payment.***

To see more of Melissa's work, click HERE.Bidding will run from today through Friday night, April 15th. Comments/Bids will be cut off at exactly 9:00 pm EST on Friday. Anything time stamped later than 8:59pm EST will not be counted.

Session may be used any time before December 30th, 2011.

This session is valued at $100.

Bidding will start at $30. (within 20 miles of 14606 zip code please)

UP FOR BID - Serwa Chic Nursing Cover

2011-04-07T07:00:00.004-04:00

Mandy is the winner of the nursing cover! Mandy, I'll be emailing you shortly! Thanks everyone for bidding.

One of my best friends, Jen, (who up and left me to move to Texas and I'm still trying to get over it and I don't want to talk about it) owns her own business, Serwa Chic. She makes and sells awesome cloth diapers, long sleeved bibs, and nursing covers.

Today, she's offering up for auction this adorable nursing cover, with all proceeds going to Anton's fund.

From Serwa Chic: The Modern Tree Nursing Cover features a trendy tree print on a cream background with a coordinating ribbon!

It is valued at $21.00.

Please bid in the comments. Most recent/top comment should be highest bid. Winner will be notified by email and must pay through ChipIn button within 48 hours of notification.

Bidding will end Saturday night, April 9th, at exactly 9:00pm EST. Any bid with a time stamp later than 8:59pm will not be counted.

Bidding will start at $7.

Luna B Tee Fundraiser

2011-04-04T07:00:00.005-04:00

The WONDERFUL folks at Luna B. Tee are running an amazing deal for Anton for the next two weeks. From today through April 18th, you can use the discount code "eb10" for 10% off ANYTHING on their site AND 20% of all sales go to Anton's Adoption Fund. Pretty amazing huh?

They sent Jonah this adorable shirt...

AND this one...

And that's just a taste of the adorableness that is Luna B.

Here's the skinny.

Running: today through April 18th

Percent of Sales: 20%

Where: Click HERE

Instructions: Make sure you use the discount code "eb10" when checking out. That will give you 10% off and will track sales and count toward Anton's Fundraiser.

They have TONS of shirt options. Birthday, Holiday, Parent, Grandparent, Sibling, School, Theme, Sports, shirts for dogs, shirts for dolls... etc and so on and so forth. I'm not doing them justice.

and. AND. AAAAAND.

They have shirts for different causes, like MS, Cancer etc. And this one, that's particularly close to my heart.

EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEK! It will be available in this blue/brown combo and a pink/brown combo for girls/ladies. You can get it in kids' or adult sizes! (Sorry, I'm finding it hard to control myself.) To go directly to the EB shirt, click HERE.

If you want to purchase a Bunny shirt for Easter, make sure you do so by April 7th. That is the deadline for Easter orders.

And remember, eb10 gets you 10% off and gets 20% for Anton's fund so don't forget birthdays, holidays, Mother's day, first day of school etc. THIS IS SO EXCITING.

Okay, I'm done now. Happy Shopping!

Discovery Toys Fundraiser

2011-04-01T07:00:00.002-04:00

Joanie sells Discovery Toys and will be donating her 20% commission for Anton's Fund for all sales made through the 15th.

From Joanie: Discovery Toys are wonderful, high quality toys and products. The products are all about learning through play and and have "layers of learning" built into them, which means that they grow with children through different stages of development. Each product also come with a skills card and suggestions for how parents can guide their children to get the most out of their toys. And if you ever lose a piece to a toy, you can order a replacement part, and if a child ever breaks the toy, Discovery Toys will replace it for free! There are products for infants through middle schoolers.

Running: April 1st (today) through April 15th

Percent of Sales: 20%

Where: Click HERE

Instructions: Just use the above link and click on "Shop Products" tab up on the right.

**Note: Orders will go through immediately but usually take two weeks to arrive, so please keep that in mind if ordering for Easter or a birthday coming up. **

Thank you so much Joanie!

Happy Shopping, Friends.

Lia Sophia Results

2011-03-31T21:30:00.000-04:00

Amber just emailed me and let me know that we raised $153 through Lia Sophia for Anton! HOORAY! Thank you guys so much. And thank you, Amber! You're all amazing.

UP FOR BID - Pampered Chef Pizza Stone (Winston-Salem/Forsyth County only)

2011-03-31T07:00:00.004-04:00

THIS AUCTION IS FOR THE WINSTON-SALEM/FORSYTH COUNTY AREA ONLY!

This auction is for a Pampered Chef 15" Pizza Stone. It is valued at $32.

From the Pampered Chef Web Site:

Bake large frozen pizzas, appetizers for a get-together, and gooey chocolate chip cookies. Contoured handles are molded directly onto the baking stone, making it easy to move recipes into and out of the oven and carry them to the table. 15".

About Stoneware:

-Evenly distributes heat and draws moisture away from the surface- Retains heat, so your just-out-of-the-oven foods stay hot longer- No presoaking needed before use- Virtually nonporous, so it doesn't retain oils, odors or flavors- Microwave-, freezer-, and conventional and convection oven-safe

NOTE: Pampered Chef Stoneware has special cleaning and care instructions, so upon receipt, please read included instructions carefully.

Valued at $32.

Winston-Salem/Forsyth County only, please.

Bidding will end at exactly 9:00pm EST on Saturday, April 2nd. Any bid time stamped later than 8:59pm will not count.

Bidding will start at $10.

UP FOR BID - $20 Macy's Gift Card

2011-03-29T07:00:00.003-04:00

UPDATE: Congratulations Rachel! You won the Macy's Card. I'll be sending you an email shortly.

Megan V. is offering up a $20 Macy's Gift Card for auction.

Please bid in the comments. Highest bid should be the top/most recent comment. Winner will be notified by email and will then pay through ChipIn button at the top of this page.

Bids/Comments will be closed at exactly 9:00 pm EST on Thursday. Any comment with a time stamp later than 8:59 will not be counted.

Card is valued at $20.

Bidding will start at $7.

UP FOR BID - hand sewn adjustable apron

2011-03-28T07:00:00.005-04:00

UPDATE: Bidding is now closed. Congratulations Melanie! Be looking out for an email from me.

Megan sewed this adorable apron just to auction off for Anton's Fund!

embarrassed, self-conscious yet somehow endearing mommy not included

This is an adult sized, lined, full apron with an adjustable neck. It's made of 100% cotton.

Please bid in the comments. Highest bid should be the top/most recent comment. Winner will be notified by email and will then pay through ChipIn button at the top of this page.

Bids/Comments will be closed at exactly 9:00 pm EST on Wednesday. Any comment with a time stamp later than 8:59 will not be counted.

Apron is valued at $22.

Bidding will start at $7.

50% of proceeds to Anton

2011-03-25T08:00:00.000-04:00

Do y'all remember the pretty sunflower greeting cards that were up for bid a while back? Well, CJ and her sister have an Etsy shop where they sell cards, prints, and bath/body products, and they are offering to donate 50% of their proceeds from their shop to Anton indefinitely!

The link to their shop is HERE if you'd like to support them AND ANTON!

Thank you so much, CJ (and CJ's sister)! :)

Gold Canyon Fundraiser

2011-03-24T07:00:00.001-04:00

Michelle sells Gold Canyon products (candles, bath and body, and home products) and is offering ALL of her 25% commission on purchases made through her site from today, March 24th, through March 31st.

Running: March 24th - March 31st

Percent of Sales: 25%

Where: Click HERE

Instructions: No special instructions. As long as you order through the above link, 25% goes to Anton!

You can email Michelle at sweetsmells (at) bellsouth (dot) net if you have any questions.

Thank you so much Michelle! Happy shopping everybody! (Remember, Easter and Mother's Day are coming up before you know it.)

UP FOR BID - bow holder and two hair clips of choice

2011-03-23T07:00:00.004-04:00

Stephanie from Bow Bow Baby has generously offered an adorable Monkey Bow/Clip Holder and two clips of winner's choice for auction. You can see the Bow Bow Baby Facebook page HERE.

Clips are only samples. Winner may choose two hair clips of choice. Clips are made to fit right side of head unless specified otherwise.

Please bid in the comments. Top comment should be most recent/highest bid. Winner will be notified by email and will pay through ChipIn button on this page.

Bidding will end on Friday, the 25th, at exactly 9:00pm EST. Any bid time stamped later than 8:59 will not be considered a valid bid.

The holder and two clips are valued at $17.

Bidding will start at $6.

UP FOR BID - Infant Girls Knit Hat (3-6 mths)

2011-03-22T07:00:00.005-04:00

UPDATE: Auction is now over. Janel wins! Janel, be looking for an email from me coming your way. Thanks, everybody!

Susie from Bouncing Blossom Designs has offered up for auction this adorable infant girls hat. You can see her Esty shop HERE.

This is a tangerine orange and fuschia pink, double strand, rolled brim knit hat. Size 3-6 months. It measures 13" diameter with some stretch and has a 6 1/2 inch rise. The floppy pom pom measures 3-4" long. It is made from machine washable acrylic yarn. Flat drying is recommended, but a dryer won't kill it. :)

Please bid in the comments. Top comment should be most recent/highest bid. Winner will notified by email and will pay through ChipIn button on this page.

Bidding will closed Thursday night, the 24th, at exactly 9:00pm EST. Anything time stamped after 8:59pm will not be considered a valid bid.

Hat is valued at $20.

Bidding will start at $7.

Lia Sophia Jewelry Fundraiser

2011-03-21T07:00:00.002-04:00

Amber sells Lia Sophia jewelry and has set up a very generous fundraiser for Anton's Adoption Fund!

Running: now - March 28th

Percent of Sales: 30%

Where: Click HERE.

Instructions:

1. Click Link

2 Click on Our Jewelry (third link across top).

3. Enter "Amber Lenger" in the hostess box.

Once you have done that, a page will come up that says "Your Hostess: Amber Lenger" and you'll be ready to shop!

There are a couple AWESOME specials this month:
- Buy two items at full price, get another item at 50% off
- Buy any items totaling $100, receive an additional item up to a $100 value for only $15.

This one is ONE WEEK ONLY so make sure you get your orders in on time!

Thank you so much, Amber!

WINNER!

2011-03-20T21:11:00.000-04:00

The winning bid for the Amber Herlocker Photo Session goes to Jennifer Jenkins for $195. It was the last comment to come in before the clock changed to 9:01pm. Thanks, Everybody! That was fun (and also stressful). Jennifer, I'll email you shortly!

UP FOR BID- photo session with Amber Herlocker (Charlotte, NC)

2011-03-17T07:00:00.004-04:00

I don't know if y'all read my blog, but a couple months ago I posted about going to a photography workshop in Concord. It was awesome, and the photographer running the workshop, Amber, is an amazing photographer and a super fun person! (And she just had a beautiful baby girl on Sunday!!!)

Amber is offering up for bid RIGHT NOW a photo session and disk of the low resolution images. (You will have to order high resolution images through Amber). Photo shoot must occur within thirty mile radius of Charlotte, NC and is limited to 1 1/2 hours and up to four people.

You can see more of Amber's amazing work HERE.

Because of aforementioned beautiful new baby, session must be scheduled after May of 2011.

This package is valued at $275. All proceeds go to Anton! Please bid in the comments. The most recent comment/highest bid will be on top. Bidding will start now and will end Sunday night, March 20th, at 9:00pm EST.

Bidding will start at $60.

UP FOR BID - Precious Custom Easter Hat

2011-03-15T07:01:00.004-04:00

Anya is also offering for auction this adorable Bunny Hat, custom made to fit your infant or toddler.

The winner will receive a Bunny Hat made specially for you just like the one below, but using your measurements. This warm and cozy hat is made from 90% natural materials. The grey fabric is 100% lamb wool. The pink ears are Acrylic.

You can see Anya's Etsy site HERE.

Please bid in the comments. Top comment should be highest bid. Please make sure you are bidding higher than the current highest bid. Winner will be notified by email after auction and will pay through ChipIn button.

Please allow one to two weeks for production and delivery.

Valued at $20.

Bidding will end on Wednesday, the 16th, at 9:05pm EST.

Bidding will start at $7.

UP FOR BID - Adorable Hand Made Easter Bunny

2011-03-15T07:00:00.004-04:00

Anya is offering this adorable hand made Easter Bunny for auction!

From her Etsy site:
Just in time for Easter, this Tilda-style bunny has come hopping along. She is one of a kind! Handmade from reclaimed materials and approximately 12" tall with articulated arms, she would make a wonderful gift for your little one's Easter basket. Hurry and bid on her today before she hops off to someone else!

You can see Anya's Etsy site HERE.

Please leave your bids in the comments. The top comment will be the highest bid. Please make sure you are bidding higher than the current highest bid. I will notify the winner and you will pay through the ChipIn button. Please allow one to two weeks for delivery!

This sweet bunny is valued at $25. Bidding will end Wednesday night, the 16th, at 9:00 pm EST.

Bidding will start at $8.

Willow House Fundraiser

2011-03-14T07:00:00.002-04:00

Hi folks! Another Monday, another fundraiser for sweet Anton!

This time, it's through Willow House. Shelly is donating all of her commission from sales from today through March 28th to Anton's adoption fund.

From the Willow House site:
"Think about the end of a long day: You juggle grocery bags and step into your home.

Immediately, you feel better. The air smells fresh, with a hint of herbs and flowers. There’s a designated place to rest your bags, a bowl for your keys, a tray for mail waiting to be sorted. You’re surrounded by pretty colors and fresh flowers. You’ve hardly taken a step, but your day is already so much better. That’s the feeling we strive for with every Willow House product. Each product is designed to function for your needs, complementing pieces you already know and love."

Running: March 14th - March 28th

Percent of Sales: 20%

Where: Click HERE

Instructions:

1. Click on the "Hope for Anton" tab under "My Features" on the top right-hand side.

2. Follow instructions on how to code purchase for Anton.

They have beautiful products from Dining and Entertaining to Kitchen and Food to Decorating and Accessories to Outdoor Living.

I hope you can all find something beautiful for your homes (or for Easter/Mother's Day/Spring is Coming WOOHOO gifts) and think of sweet Anton every time you see it.

UP FOR BID - Pair of handknit fingerless gloves

2011-03-11T07:00:00.002-05:00

Lauren is once again donating one of her awesome pairs of handknit gloves for auction. All proceeds go to Anton!

This pair of fingerless gloves was handknit in a smoke free, pet free home. Made of 100% wool in a beautiful shade of gold, these are NOT scratchy, but will afford your hands all the natural insulating and warming properties of the fiber. Will stretch to fit most women's hand sizes.

Care instructions: hand wash, lay flat to dry

Please bid in the comments. The most recent comment/highest bid will be on top. Once the auction is over, I will notify the winner and you will pay through the ChipIn button. Once payment has been confirmed, Lauren will ship your new gloves ASAP!

These are valued at $25. Bidding will start NOW and will end on Sunday night, March 13th at 9:00 pm.

Bidding will start at $8.

Creative Memories Fundraiser

2011-03-10T07:00:00.000-05:00

Joan is offering 20% of her Creative Memories sales from today through March 31st. I love Creative Memories stuff. Their books, papers, organizers, and embellishments are all really high quality, but their tools are the best. If you buy nothing else, get the tape runner and some refills... has revolutionized scrapbooking for me. Bye bye, nasty rubber cement. I'd also recommend the 12 inch trimmer. I'm not artsy, so I have started scrapbooking in a block template sort of style, and I can't cut a straight line to save my life. Love me a ruled trimmer!

When: Today - March 31st

Percent of Sales: 20%

Where: Click HERE

No complicated instructions. If you purchase through the above link, 20% of all sales go to Anton. A little birdie (named Joan, in fact) told me there is a sale this month too! Woot woot!

I wish I could put photos up here for all their wonderful goodies, but whatever format the photos from their website are in, Blogger does not support. Bummer. Just trust me. It's AWESOME stuff.

Happy Shopping!

UP FOR BID - $100 Amazon Gift Card

2011-03-07T07:00:00.002-05:00

Katya is offering for auction a $100 Amazon Gift Card.

There will be more and more auction items through March and hopefully into April. Contact me via email at momtobabyjonut (at) gmail (dot) com if you'd like to offer something for auction.

Bidding starts NOW and will end on Tuesday night, the 8th, at 9:00pm EST.

Bidding will start at $30.00.

WINNER!

2011-03-06T21:03:00.001-05:00

The winner of the gloves is Elizabeth! Elizabeth, I'll email shortly with more details! Thanks to CJ for the great donation and to all of you for participating.

LOOK OUT FOR ANOTHER GREAT AUCTION ITEM TOMORROW!

UP FOR BID - 10 Pack Greeting Cards

2011-03-03T07:00:00.004-05:00

CJ is offering up for auction this set of Sunny Pack Greeting Cards. The set includes 10 5x7 cards with 10 envelopes. These are valued at $12.50. (You can see CJ's Etsy site HERE.) All proceeds go to Anton.

Please bid in the comments. I have changed to Disqus, so the most recent comment (highest bid) will be on the top. Please make sure you check all the bids and bid higher. After I announce the winner, I will notify you by email and give you instructions to pay through the ChipIn button. Once I get confirmation of payment, CJ will ship the cards to you ASAP.

There will be more and more auction items through March and hopefully into April. Contact me via email at momtobabyjonut (at) gmail (dot) com if you'd like to offer something for auction.

Bidding starts NOW and will end on Sunday night, March 6th, at 9:00pm EST.

Bidding will start at $6.00.

Pampered Chef Results

2011-03-02T13:48:00.000-05:00

Thanks to your participation and to Julie and Barbara,

WE RAISED $162 FOR ANTON THROUGH PAMPERED CHEF.

Thank you all so much. I just can't believe all of this. God is working!

Tastefully Simple Results

2011-03-01T17:44:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Jenni and all of you who participated,

WE RAISED $110 THROUGH TASTEFULLY SIMPLE!

Thank you all for being a part of this. We're getting closer!

Usborne Book Fundraiser

2011-02-28T07:00:00.019-05:00

Hey Everyone!

It's Monday, so that means a new fundraiser!!!

Friend and Blog Reader, Kristin, sells Usborne Books and is hosting an online fundraiser for Anton. 15% goes to Anton, but if sales reach $600, it will go up to 17%. Usborne sells high quality, beautifully illustrated, award winning children's books, ranging from infancy to middle school. They market 1,300 titles through a combination of home sales, book fairs, fundraisers, and school and library sales.

Here are the details.

Running: now through March 18th.

Percent of Sales: 15%; if sales reach $600, it goes up to 17%

Where: Click HERE.

Details: All books are fair game! Just make sure you shop through the above link, and you should be all set.

EXTRA: If anyone books a party (online or in the Winston area) before the end of March by contacting Kristin at redfieldadopt (at) yahoo (dot) com, she will donate a percentage of YOUR party as well.

If you have any questions, feel free to email me at momtobabyjonut (at) gmail (dot) com.

Happy Shopping!

Note from Kristin: As you are shopping, don't forget to check out the Internet-Only Specials. Right now they have a $40 hardback Encyclopedia of World History for only $20. With every $40 purchase you can select three additional bargains as Customer Specials. Don't miss the See inside Your Body book.

If you need suggestions, I will be glad to help you shop. Books make great Easter gifts, end of the year teacher gifts, and preschool graduation gifts, just to name a few things you may need to buy for!

Thirty One Results!

2011-02-27T19:14:00.000-05:00

My friend, Janel, who hosted the Thirty One Fundraiser sent me an email earlier today.

WE RAISED $250 FOR ANTON THROUGH THIRTY ONE!

We are so excited that so many of you participated, and we can't thank you enough. You are amazing!

Check back tomorrow for a new fundraising opportunity!

Scentsy Fundraiser

2011-02-24T07:00:00.000-05:00

A sweet blog reader, Kerry, sells Scentsy products and is conducting a fundraiser for him from now until February 28th!

Scentsy has decorative warmers that heat and smell like a candle, but without the wick and flame. They also sell room sprays, plug-ins, fragrance foams (hand sanitizer), etc. Great for your own home or for gifts!

Running: February 24th - February 28th (Four days only! Hurry!)

Percent of Sales: 25%

Where: Click HERE. Make sure you're shopping under the "Hope for Anton" fundraiser.

(Cute right? He carries a scent pack!!!)

Hope you have a great time shopping for a GREAT cause! Thank you so much Kerry!

adorable jackets NEW WITH TAGS

2011-02-23T13:04:00.000-05:00

T, an Internet friend, and advocate for Anton is selling some NEW WITH TAGS awesomely cute jackets through Ebay, donating ALL of her proceeds to Anton.

The jackets are new, Tulle brand, and are sizes medium or large.

Listing HERE.

All of these listings end on Saturday, February 26th around 4:00pm PST.

Avon Fundraiser

2011-02-21T07:00:00.001-05:00

Well, it's Monday, and you know what that means. Another fundraising opportunity.

Jennifer sells Avon and is offering 25% of her sales from February 21st - March 21st to Anton! Thank you so much, Jennifer!

Running: February 21st - March 21st

Percent of Sales: 25%

Where: Click HERE

Instructions:

Follow above link

MAKE SURE YOU CLICK ON THE "ONLINE EVENTS" TAB

Shop the Online Event for Anton

Enter "ANTON" (all caps) as the promotional code at check-out

Please make sure you shop through the online event and enter the promotional code at check-out or your purchases won't be credited to Anton.

I use Avon, and I really like their Smooth Minerals Make-up, so much that I got it for my best friend for her birthday and for my sister for Christmas. I also like their facial cleansing products, seeing as how I'm 29 and STILL dealing with acne. I don't want to talk about it. :)

Anyway, make sure you use the link above and click on "online events" and you should be all set. You can email me if you have any questions or contact Jennifer.

Happy Shopping!

WINNER!

2011-02-20T22:42:00.000-05:00

Jennifer, at Living for Grace, is the winner of the Fingerless Gloves. HOORAY!!!

Jennifer, can you email me at momtobabyjonut (at) gmail (dot) com? Thanks!

(And sorry I'm late on this announcement... I've been working my butt off on Jonah's EB Auction stuff.)

Look out for a new fundraiser going up in the morning!

Exclamation Point!

for anton

2011-02-20T12:09:00.000-05:00

Even if my father and mother abandon me, the Lord will hold me close.

- Psalm 27:10

baby girl clothes up for grabs!

2011-02-18T11:43:00.000-05:00

I'm so excited seeing the bids coming in for the gloves. More fun items coming up in March! Fun times!

A sweet blog reader, Mandy, emailed saying that she was auctioning off her daughter's brand name (Gymboree, Baby Gap, Children's Place etc) baby girl clothes on her Facebook Page. I looked at them. They are so adorable, in really good shape, and are a bargain!!! Best of all, ALL PROCEEDS GO TO ANTON. She's even paying for shipping herself, so every single cent from the clothes can go to sweet Anton.

If you are interested, you can find all the instructions and links HERE. The Facebook Page is HERE but you'll want to go to the other post first to see how it works.

I'm a little late getting this post up (have I mentioned we're knee high in puke and respiratory issues over here?), so some stuff is already gone, but there's still some really cute stuff left!

All of this for Anton is blowing my mind. I seriously write up these posts, my heart pounding, giddy at what God is doing through all of you for this sweet orphan across the world. GOD IS GOOD, Friends.

Fingerless Gloves Up For Bid NOW

2011-02-17T21:44:00.002-05:00

Hey, guess what? These cute fingerless gloves are UP FOR BID right now!

Lauren, from Knitting at Lunch, knitted (knit?) these cute gloves to donate for auction, with all money going to Sweet Anton.

This pair of fingerless gloves was handknit in a smoke free, pet free home. Made of 100% cream and gray flecked wool, these are NOT scratchy, but will afford your hands all the natural insulating and warming properties of the fiber. Will stretch to fit most women's hand sizes.

Care instructions: hand wash, lay flat to dry

So here's how this will work. Just bid in the comments. The highest bid will be at the bottom, so scroll to the BOTTOM of the comments to place your bid. I will close comments at 9:00 PM on SUNDAY. Whoever is the winning bidder at 9pm on Sunday wins. Once I officially "announce" the winner, you will pay through the chip-in button on the right sidebar. Once I've confirmed your donation, I'll email you and we'll ship the gloves out! How does that sound?

Valued at $20.

Bidding will start at $7. Go!

Pampered Chef Fundraiser

2011-02-17T07:00:00.008-05:00

My friend and neighbor Barbara just recently started selling Pampered Chef and as part of her debut, she and her team leader, Julie, are hosting a fundraiser for Anton! I love me some Pampered Chef. I hope you can get some high-quality, guaranteed kitchen goodies (for yourself, friends, and/or family) and help Anton in the process.

Running: February 17 (Today) - February 25

Where: Click HERE

Percent of Sales: 10%, but if orders reach $600, it goes up to 15% plus Barbara will add her 10% commission, totaling 25% donated.

Details: Anything purchased through the above link will help Anton!

Shipping Instructions: Unless you live near me and know my address, please choose "Ship Direct" instead of "Ship to Event." But if you want to ship to me, I'll be glad to keep and use your pretty new trinkets. Thank you. :)

Guest Special: With a purchase of $60 or more, choose one Kitchen Essential FREE. Links to those are HERE, and include the Small Batter Bowl, the Classic Scraper, or the Micro Scraper.

(If you've ordered already, and didn't choose a free one - cause I didn't have this up and I'm sorry, sad face - you can email Barbara at chickchef (at) msn (dot) com. The orders won't be placed until the fundraiser ends on the 25th, so you can still get your free product!)

Have Fun and please, if you know anyone who loves Pampered Chef (or a certain sweet little baby with eyes that melt your heart into a puddle of butter), help spread the word!

Anton's Button

2011-02-16T23:20:00.001-05:00

Make sure you snag the code for Anton's swanky new button from the right sidebar. Thanks to my brother for helping out. Let's get the word out!

New Fundraiser up tomorrow morning!

Tastefully Simple Fundraiser

2011-02-14T07:00:00.003-05:00

Y'all, I'm excited about this one. A sweet blog reader named Jenni sells Tastefully Simple (soup mixes, bread mixes, gift sets, meal kits, dessert kits, etc.) and is offering to donate her commission (30% of sales) to Anton for all purchases between February 14th (today) and February 28th (two weeks from now). Isn't that awesome??? Please share with anyone you know who might be interested. Let's get this little sweetie home!!!

(Yep, I'm in trouble.)

Running: February 14th - February 28th

Percent of Sales: 30%

Where: Click HERE

No special instructions. As long as you shop and order through the link above, during the specified time period, Jenni's commission goes to Anton's Fund.

Thank you so much, Jenni!

Happy Shopping!!!

(And if you missed out on the Thirty One Fundraiser, and are interested, please click HERE. I've already started my Christmas shopping. Yep, in February! The Thirty One Fundraiser will continue through February 25th, 1:00 pm EST)

woohoo!

2011-02-12T09:51:00.000-05:00

$500! I'll take that for less than a week of fundraising...

And that's NOT including what people are donating through the Reece's Rainbow PayPal Button...

Or the $100 from the Thirty One Fundraiser so far....

Or the $150 I've made from Ebay stuff so far...

Or any of the money we'll raise with our upcoming fundraisers!!!

Praise God from Whom all blessings flow.

Check back Monday for a new fundraising opportunity. It's very tasteful. :)

And please, share this site on your blog and Facebook and anywhere else you can think of. I think it can be an awesome tool for getting Anton home! Thank you so much!

Ebay Listing - Aerosoles Womens Dress Shoes Size 7.5

2011-02-10T19:56:00.002-05:00

SOLD
Aerosoles Womens Dress Shoes. Size 7.5. Dark Brown. Excellent Condition.

All proceeds go to Anton's Fund.

Click HERE for listing.

Ebay Listing - Abercrombie and Fitch Mens Coat Size Large

2011-02-10T14:47:00.001-05:00

SOLD

Abercrombie and Fitch Mens Coat Size Large. Dark Khaki. Great Condition! Matt hardly ever wore it because he's not a "coat guy." Great Coat!

All proceeds go to Anton's Fund.

Click HERE for listing.

thank you!

2011-02-10T09:10:00.000-05:00

I've created links on the right hand sidebar for each of Anton's fundraising opportunities. I don't want you to feel like they're getting lost as they move down the page. Please don't forget about the Thirty-One Fundraiser. All the information on how to order is in that post. Just click on the link in my right sidebar to get the details. Also, for the next few weeks, I'll post a new fundraising campaign each Monday and Thursday (but not today since we just started the 31 one). We have some great things lined up. And I'll continue to post my Ebay listings as I find the time to get them listed. I don't know about you guys but between all the great opportunities here and Jonah's EB Auction coming up on the 24th, I may just get my Christmas shopping done way early. I'm all about buying gifts where at least part of the money goes to charity. Katie is running a giveaway over on the Auction Site so don't miss out on that. All the monies from the auction will go to DebRA.

Thanks for joining me here. We're making great strides. Please spread the word as the shopping opportunities arise. It's win-win for everyone!

Ebay Listing - Ann Taylor Dress Size 4 New

2011-02-09T20:41:00.003-05:00

SOLD
Ann Taylor Dress. Size 4. New with Tags. Originally $129. Black and White checked. 100% silk.

All proceeds go to Anton's Fund.

Click HERE for the listing.

Ebay Listing - 1 can Nestle/Gerber Good Start Gentle Plus

2011-02-09T19:35:00.001-05:00

SOLD

Listing for 1 can Nestle/Gerber Good Start Gentle Plus powder formula. Expiration April 2011.

All proceeds go to Anton's Fund.

Click HERE for listing.

Ebay Listing - 1 can Similac Alimentum

2011-02-09T19:05:00.002-05:00

SOLD
This listing is for one can of Similac Alimentum. It expires December 2011.

All proceeds will be donated to Anton's Fund.

Click HERE for the listing.

Ebay Listing - 2 cans Similac Alimentum

2011-02-09T17:00:00.004-05:00

SOLD

2 cans Similac Alimentum. Expiration January 2012.

Click HERE for listing.

All proceeds go to Anton's Fund.

Ebay Listing - 8 cans Similac Alimentum

2011-02-09T16:49:00.003-05:00

SOLD
I'll be listing some things on Ebay these next couple weeks to raise money for Anton. I'll donate anything I make. I was going to do that here and have you guys pay through the Chip-In button, but with Ebay I can get more exposure for the item and get the buyer to pay for shipping.

The first listing is for 8 cans of Similac Alimentum. Expiration May 2012.

Click HERE for the listing.

Thirty-One Fundraiser

2011-02-09T12:40:00.002-05:00

My EB friend, Janel, who made Jonah's awesome birthday cake and drove up all the way from Florida to be here for his celebration last year is now also selling Thirty-One products. She has set up a party that will run through February 25th. She gets 25% of all sales and ALL OF THAT will go to Anton's fund.

Running: February 8 - February 25, 1:00 pm EST

Percent of sales: 25%

Where: Click HERE

Details on how to order:
Follow the link
1. Download the personalization guide - this will open in a new window, keep it open to refer to for embroidery options

2. Hit your back button to go back to the shopping page.

3. Select your Item and add it to your cart

4. Add your personalization

5. When you are done shopping click the "checkout" button

6. Make sure that you DO NOT SHIP TO HOST.

7. Fill out your shipping information

8. Review your order and then click the "pay for order" button

9. Select "credit card payment" from the left hand side of your screen

10. Complete your payment information making sure to add your total to the total payment amount

11. click "save" and you are done!

Bonus:
FEBRUARY SPECIAL! For every $31 you spend can select another item for 31% off! When selecting your 31% off item make sure to select the item who's description says "February Special".

HAPPY SHOPPING!

it's GO time!

2011-02-08T21:09:00.001-05:00

Thanks to my brother for the beautiful header. Can you even believe his eyes (Anton's, not Peyton's)? How can you not fall in love with this kid? Some exciting things are on the horizon as far as fundraising goes, and I'll hopefully be able to post about that tomorrow. I'll give you a hint, it comes after Thirty. :)

Thanks for joining me here, friends. LET'S DO THIS!