Silent Auction

Start bidding now!  Simply leave a comment on this post with the name of the item you are bidding on and the amount of your bid (or email Emily at emily.page(at)nc.eastersealsucp.com)

THE RULES

1. Online bidding ends at midnight on July 18th
2. Bidding will resume at the Family Carnival at 9:00 AM on July 19th
3. All bids must be in whole dollar increments
4. Final bids will be taken at 1:30 on July 19th
5. In the event that the highest bidder is not present at the conclusion of the auction, contact information for the next (3) highest bidders will be obtained.
6. Winners have until close of business on July 21st to pay for their items.  Items not paid for by this time will be offered to the next highest bidder.
7. Easter Seals UCP Stepping Stones cannot take responsibility for delivery or shipment of items.

NOT ALL ITEMS ARE PICTURED

1. Original painting by local artist, Lisa Mathis – David Chavis

2. Free whole cake, pie, or cheesecake every month for a YEAR from Cafe 121 – Sara O’Quinn

3. Handmade jewelry by Broadway native, Lara Tipton – Judy Waters, Jane Phillips, Kara Henderson, Sue Tipton

4. Gorgeous “Pie Safe” from Unfinished Furniture – Sara O’Quinn

5. Beautiful pitcher with six matching glasses from Cole’s Pottery – Sara O’Quinn

6. Utensil holder from Cole’s Pottery –

7. Set of 12 wine/beverage charms by Emily Page – Heather McCracken

Wine Charms 1-6

Wine Charms 7-12

8. Abstract waterfall painting by Emily Page – Jane Phillips

Waterfall Painting

9. Beautiful hanging quilt (hearts)

10. The Parent Package – Shannon Bennett

GIFT BASKETS

11. Movie Night – For your home viewing pleasure, this basket includes three great DVDs: Radio, Sleepless in Seattle, and Legends of the Fall.  Enjoy your movie with Caramel Crunch ‘n Much, microwave popcorn, white cheddar popcorn seasoning, two sodas, and lots of candy!  If your desire is a night out, this basket also includes two passes to Spring Lane Cinemas. – Passes donated by Spring Lane Cinemas.  All other items donated by staff and families of ESUCP Stepping Stones. – Larry Tipton

Movie Night

12. Date Night – All you have to do is pick the date!  Get ready for your date with foot soak and foot lotion as well as Strawberry Punch Body Scrub and ShimmeringBodyLotion. Enjoy your date with a $25 gift card to Olive Garden/Bahama Breeze/Red Lobster, two passes to Spring Lane Cinemas, a vase for the flowers he is sure to bring you, two unbreakable wine glasses, Sparkling Cider, chocolates, a back massager, and three candles to set the mood. – Items donated by staff and families of ESUCP Stepping Stones. – Gloria Bright

Date Night

13. Gardening – You don’t need a green thumb to be able to put this basket to good use!  This basket includes a bulb planter, trowel, 3 piece tool set, lilac flower pot votive holder set, utility apron, gloves, wild bird seed, a watering can, a garden figurine, and lots of flower and vegetable seed packets just waiting to be planted! Your child or grandchild can join in the fun with their own mini garden rake and trowel. – Items donated by staff and families of ESUCP Stepping Stones. – Betsy Dailey

Gardening

14. Scrap-booking- Everything you need to get started with your treasured scrapbook is in this basket – even the scrapbook!  Included in this basket is a 200 sheet of 12×12 patterned paper pad, 502 piece page accent package, 12 summer garden 12×12 patterned paper sheets, pack of 6×6 patterned paper, Chizzel-it tool with 6 tips, approximately 1000 assorted scrap-booking stickers, scrap-booking ribbons, ribbon photo corners, 3 paper punches, tags, scissors, stencils, chipboard cube, and two sponges.- Items donated by staff and families of ESUCP Stepping Stones. – Sue Tipton

Scrap-booking

15. School Supplies – It’s that time of year!  Of course, these items just wouldn’t be right in a basket so they are conveniently packed in a navy bookbag that is just perfect for your son or daughter!  This bookbag is brimming with lined paper, construction paper, a binder, an 8 pack of crayons, an 8 pack of washable bold markers, an 8 pack of washable markers and an 8 pack of thin line markers, scissors (one pair of student and one pair of kid), a mini stapler, tape and tape dispenser, a bottle of glue, 18 glue sticks, pencils, 24 pack of colored pencils, a pencil sharpener, a project sorter, a composition book, stretchable book cover, a pencil box, Clorox wipes,  pink pearl erasers and highlighters!  No need to fight the crowds to get your back-to-school shopping completed! – Items donated by Better Business Forms.

School Supplies

16. Ice Cream – I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!  This basket contains four precious ice cream bowls with matching spoons.  It also comes with a $25 gift certificate to Yarborough’s Ice Cream! – Items donated by Central Carolina Hospital Auxiliary – Kerry Thunberg

17. Kitchen – Staples every kitchen must have! – Items donated by staff and families of ESUCP Stepping Stones and the employees of the Central Carolina Community College Business Office. – Shannon Bennett

18. Grilling Basket- I haven’t seen this basket yet but I am told it is brimming with goodies – including coveted Pampered Chef items! – Items donated by the employees of the Central Carolina College Business Office. – Jane Phillips

19. Tar Heel – Just in time for football season! This basket includes a garden flag, coffee mug, gloves, travel mug, auto coaster, temporary tattoos, a car sticker, a squishy ball, a notebook, UNC UNO game, a toddler hat, an adult hat, two pompoms, “Do Not Disturb- Tar Heels At Play” door hanger, bottle of water, can koozie, and a set of 12 coasters! Go Heels! – Items donated by staff and families of ESUCP Stepping Stones. – Jacqueline Cavadi

Tar Heel

20. Beach – There is still plenty of summer left for trips to the beach!  This basket includes items guaranteed to make your time at the beach more enjoyable!  This basket includes splash balls, one pair each of men’s and women’s flip flops, adult sunscreen, baby sunscreen, burn relief lotion, 2 pillow-topped lounge rafts, a water misting fan, and two beach towels. – Basket donated by Ronnie and Karen Sasser – Robin Johnson

Beach

21. Children’s Games – Not only would this be a great basket for any parent, but a great idea for grandparents as well!  Just pull out the basket when the grand kids come to visit! This basket includes a lacrosse kit, sky catch-ball set,  Ultimate Cosmic Hopper, splash balls, a floppy flyer, a huge Frisbee, a badminton set, and a monster bubble stick. – Basket donated by Ronnie and Karen Sasser

Games

22. Amy’s Confection Company – I can’t wait to see what kind of goodies Amy includes in her basket!  ALL of her items are incredible! – Robin Johnson

23. Golf Basket – Twelve golf balls in bright colors and colorful tees make this a fun basket!  Every golfer needs a “Golfer’s Survival Kit”.  This small plastic box will fit easily into your golf bag and includes a poncho, tees, divot tool, ball marker, a pair of hand warmers, pencil, sting relief, Band-Aid, topical antibiotic, and a towelette. After a day on the links, kick back with Chicken Soup for the Golfer’s Soul or watch the DVD of Caddyshack. – Jason Lemons

Golf

24. Organic Basket – Give your body a healthy treat! – Kerry Thunberg

25.  Car Care Basket – All of the extras are included here to keep your car clean and looking great.  In this great basket, you will find 2 Vent Fresh Scenterd Oil Air Fresherners, ArmorAll Ultra Shine Wash and Wax, Armore All Original Protectant, ArmorAll Auto Glass Cleaner, ArmorAll Cleaning Wipes, Rain-X Original, ArmorAll Tirple Action Wheel Cleaner, ArmorAll Extreme Tire Shine, Auto Show soft grip sponge (scratch free), ArmorAll Mocrofiber Detailing Towel Set, Car Window Squeegie, and a Carrying/Storing case for maximized organization! – Donated by Shannon Bennett – Sara O’Quinn

Car Care

26.  Dog Basket:  A must have for dog lovers!  This basket includes all of the things you need to keep your dog both healthy and indulged!  Filling your dog’s dream basket are 2 Silly Willy’s dog toys, 1 squeaky toy, Hartz Rope ‘n Hooves toy, 2 rubber wrench chew toys, a pet food can cover, a treat flicker, 2 bags of Canine Carry Outs (Grillers), Sergeant’s Skip-Flea and Tick shampoo, Hartz ultra guard flea and tick spray, combo brush, Jr. Tuff Balls, Van Ness pet food and water bowl, Alpo Variety Snaps and Kibbles ‘n Bits Original.  Your dog will be in heaven! – Donated by Shannon Bennett – Robin Johnson

Dog Care

 

26. Web Site Design and Hosting for a Year from Brian Lee – Jason Lemons

27. Game Time Basket – Betsy Dailey

28. Quilt by Elke Lutz – Sara O’Quinn