A Look Back: 2009 Auction Items
START YER BIDDING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You may bid remotely on our auction items by replying to @rvatwitter with your bid amount and hashtag of the item you seek. Remote bidding ends at some chaotic point at Twestival at which point those present might outbid you… so if you *really* want that item you’d better scurry and grab a ticket now!
Package #1: Captain Copeland:Ahoy, Mateys, CLIMB ABOARD!!!! Bid now! #boat
Drat, yer gonna have to turn it WAY up to hear what I said (WHERE is my camera crew with sound dudes when I need them, o’ @nappingdragon?) but basically, I will be your Cruise Director for whatever you envision for a fab boat ride on the James.
Alllllllllllllll Aboard!
Welcome to Copeland’s Cruise Lines. I am your Cruise Director and Captain for this trip on the James River.
Want an early morning fishing excursion with a rustic breakfast and coffee?
Sightseeing, swimming, pulling a tube o’ bouncing, screaming kids… with a picnic lunch?
An evening, adult sunset cruise with cocktails and hors d’oeuvre served by Yours Truly?
WE CAN DO THAT.
All you have to do is win our Funky Vintage Boat Cruise to benefit TricycleGardens.org at Richmond’s TWESTIVAL.
Ahoy there, Matey! Climb aboard, and I hope to see you at the Richmond TWESTIVAL!!! (See some pictures of the boat and possible journey ideas, here!)
(Follow Copeland on twitter at @copelandcasati!)
Package #2: Frame Your World! FrameNation, Richmond’s hip, environmentally-conscious framing shop, has donated a $100 gift certificate to help you towards preserving and showcasing your cool stuff. Follow Richmond Virginia’s Custom Frame Shop on twitter at @framenation!
Bid now! #frame
When you want you ART & Collectibles to shine,
call on Frame Nation to supply all your custom framing needs.We offer t
he most selection of contemporary as well as traditional frame styles with competitive pricing, without having never giftending “sales”. We give you the best price every day.
Framing everything from poster to museum quality level,
with over 17 years experience behind ever thing we do.
Package #3:This is for the serious design / font geeks / cool collectors here: Chris Busse of Member Path has generously donated 1 limited edition (That’s ONE. 1 of 500, still sealed, ever.) red Helvetica Moleskine notebook.
Bid now! #font
Follow Chris on twitter at @busse!
From Nubby Widget, who explains what a Helvetica Moleskine is and its historical value,
“These limited edition Moleskines were produced by the Helvetica Project especially for an exhibit at LaForet in Harajuku where a temporary “Helvetica Shop” selling products related to the font was set up.”
Look, drool, bid:
http://www.vimeo.com/6178660
Package #4: This one, from a TWITTER VIRGIN: A Landscaping Consultation!
Bid now! #landscape
Katherine Brooks saw a mention of Richmond’s Twestival on Facebook and was SO supportive of Tricycle Gardens that she wanted to offer her amazing landscaping knowledge (she is a Virginia Certified Landscape designer) to those of you thinking about tailoring your surroundings to be more…er, fruitful: She’s offering not one, but TWO consultations, a $125 value apiece.
“Strengthening and reinventing your Landscape
Your home is one of the your largest and most important investments. The appearance of your landscape is a significant part of the impression your home gives. Well-tended, thoughtful landscaping tells others you care about your surroundings, and have probably taken care of the rest of your property.
Studies show, a MONEY magazine article writes, ‘that a well-designed landscape can add 10-20% to your home’s market value. In addition, homeowners should spend about 10% of their home’s value on landscape improvements.’ You don’t want to short-change your property by overlooking details like your outdoor improvements.
Let us help you in protecting and enhancing the value of your property while also creating an enjoyable and beautiful refuge that is low maintenance and sustainable. Since 1995, we have been designing garden spaces and landscapes with personalities that match our clients.”
Well, I spoke with Katherine today and… guess what? She’s on twitter now! ; ) Follow her at @gardensrva.
(P.s.: @RVAMag! @RVAMag! She’s Catherine Brook’s mom!!!!)
Package #5: An Amazing Family Membership To Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
Bid now! #lewisginter
Hello. For a families looking for ways to connect with nature… LEWIS GINTER is donating a family memberhip!!!! Follow Lewis Ginter on twitter: @lewisginter
A Family Membership allows 2 adults and up to 6 children under the age of 18 to visit the garden free of admission throughout the year.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:
- Free daily admission throughout the year
- The Garden Times newsletter, filled with Garden news, gardening articles and tips, and questions and answers.
- Advance notice of special Garden events and classes
- Discounts on classes, selected trips and purchases in the Garden Shop
- Borrowing privileges in the Garden Library
- Complimentary admission to other selected botanical gardens, arboreta, and conservatories through a world-wide reciprocal admissions program
- 10% Off at Smith & Hawken
- Now Garden members can enjoy a 10% discount off any non-sale, in-store, non-teak items at the Stony Point Fashion Park location by simply presenting their membership card.
- $10 Off at The Melting Pot- a fondue restaurantMembers receive $10 off an entree for two, Sunday - Thursday. Simply present your card at the time of your reservation. Offer valid at the The Melting Pot at 9704 Gayton Road, Richmond, VA 23233. Call (804) 741-3120 to make a reservation or to learn more.
- 10% Off at Vogue Flowers on all cash and carry items when you present your membership card. (Sale items and specials excluded)
- 15% off at Dirty Hands Garden Center on any non-sale, in stock plant item when paying with cash or check.
- 10% off of all purchases at Sandy’s Plants, Inc.
- 10% off at The Plant Peddler’s Corner Store on all store items. (Offer does not include Department 56, Snow Babies and Villages
Value: $85.00
Package #6: ICE CREAM SOCIAL FOR EIGHT!!!!
Bid now! #icecream
(Yo, you have to scream when you say “ice cream SOCIAL”!)
COLD STONE CREAMERY has generously donated an ice cream social package for 8 children, including an ICE CREAM TOUR!!!!!
Follow them (@coldstonerva) and The Naked Portfolio Manager (@nakedmgr)!!
Package #7: By Invitation Only GO GREEN gift basket!
Bid now! #giftbasket
In sticking with the green theme, By Invitation Only has donated a Go Green Gift Basket.
For almost 20 years, By Invitation Only has been providing Richmond, Virginia with the finest invitations and stationery. They offer the area’s largest selection of invitations for all occasions. And they do it in the perfect boutique setting. You won’t want to leave the bright and fun atmosphere.
Located right in the heart of Short Pump Town Center in Richmond, Virginia. You can find them on the corner of Broad St and Lauderdale Dr. 4017 Lauderdale Dr., Richmond, VA 23233 Call them at (804) 364.8474 Follow them on twitter! @biorichmondva
Whether you are looking for formal business stationery or fun family or personal stationery, they have something for everyone. Let their experts show you family notes and pads, letterhead and business cards, or simple foldover notes and correspondence cards. They have just what you are looking for, and many of their designs can be personalized right in the store.
