2014 November 18 No. BCRF-1

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1 Where Samplers Rule Just 15 minutes from the Airport at the SE CORNER OF DOBSON & GUADALUPE 1837 W Guadalupe Rd, Suite 109 Mesa, AZ TELEPHONE (480) TOLL-FREE ATTIC THE ATTIC 2014 November 18 No. BCRF-1 It s almost time... Saturday night, November 22, 6 ~ 8 PM for our 17th Annual Breast Cancer Benefit, with all proceeds going to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Go to to read more about this organization. We chose this Foundation as the recipient of your donations because of its very low percentage of administrative costs, where 91 cents of every dollar spent by BCRF is directed towards breast cancer research and awareness programs. BCRF is the only breast cancer organization to hold an A+ rating from CharityWatch (formerly American Institute of Philanthropy). Go to Charity Navigator to read their report on BCRF. Kudos to Alice! There are so many people who contribute to the success of this event, including hundreds of needleworkers from around the globe whose work you are about to see, but there is one generous and kind woman who is, I know, uncomfortable receiving any kind of recognition, but I know that you d want to know that this breast-cancer survivor, as she has done each year for the past number of years, has made and donated the first 50 items that you are about to see. I know you will agree that she is an incredibly gifted needlewoman, a survivor whose gift with her needle is an inspiration to all of us. Thank you, Alice, for your unselfish donation of hundreds, perhaps thousands, of hours of needlework. All of us admire not only your strength, courage, and tenacity in beating this disease but your unparalleled talent and generosity in producing and donating your eclectic group of items for this event. As you will see as you view these donations, Alice alone is responsible for raising thousands! And this is an annual gift that she gives to this Benefit. I m sure you re not surprised to learn that she s already working on next year s donations. How to Bid I have included what the committee of volunteers established as a Minimum Opening Bid (MOB) or the latest bid to beat, but please know that the items frequently go for many times the amount of the opening bid. Because we really aren't set up for ongoing long-distance bidding on items, if you see something that you really want, you may ensure your getting it by placing what you regard as a "Buy It Now" bid, i.e., one that may discourage others from outbidding you, knowing that all the proceeds go to a very worthy cause. And, of course, you may contact us again to place a higher bid. In years past, bidders have, for example, selected an item or items that they really want and, based on their budget, placed bids of, say, $200 or $300. To place a qualified bid, we must have your credit card information on file. When you place a bid, please provide telephone number(s) and credit card information, although we truly prefer you to send your check for your successful bid items. If you wish, you may make your check for more. And some of you simply send a donation via a check payable to BCRF, to include in our event total! Payment is preferred by check, made payable to BCRF. However, we will process your bids by credit card, if necessary; thus, the reason we need your credit card on file for all qualified bids. And on Saturday evening, November 22, from 6-8 PM, final bids will be placed while you enjoy some delicious Seasonal treats and refreshments. It's a very festive and fun evening, and we hope you will plan to be with us. Until then you may place your bids, either by or by phone (toll-free at ATTIC/ or locally, ).

2 THE ATTIC! PAGE 2 This event has grown considerably these past 17 years. The first year we raised about $1500. This year our goal is many times that. When it began, it was staffed by the Attic's staff, and still is for the most part at Saturday night s party ~ but there are so many of you now who volunteer your time to help make this happen. It wouldn't happen without you, most especially these special ladies. For weeks Angelica, Janet, Sheri, and Linda have been spending their Fridays in the shop recording/registering the donations, numbering them, and displaying them on the garlands, so that Carol can photograph them for this BCRF newsletter for all of you to see ~ and BID ON! This year dozens of beautiful scarves shown here were donated anonymously, just in time for your gift-giving Season... and one in everyone s favorite color. Choose your color(s) and make a donation of $15+ for each one and someone special will be thrilled to receive your gift(s)! This year again the Silent Auction, with the help of dear Tess and her friends, will be held at The Gathering Place, 1837 West Guadalupe Rd., Mesa, which is right next door to The Attic. It s conveniently located a mile east of Loop 101 on Guadalupe Road. Final bidding (with wonderful Costco-prepared hors d'oeuvres and refreshments) from 6 ~ 8 PM on Saturday night, November 23. Bidding closes promptly at 8 PM. Mark your calendars now and plan to be with us for our 16th Annual BCRF Benefit ~ and help raise funds for breast cancer research!

3 THE ATTIC! PAGE 3 Item 1: Beaded Sled MOB $25 Item 2: Beaded Sled MOB $25 Item 3: Beaded Sled MOB $25 Item 4: Beaded Sled MOB $25 Item 5: Needlepoint Heart & Pinwheel MOB $25 Item 6: Patriotic Pillow MOB $30 Attic, Mesa, AZ Toll-Free: ATTIC ( )

4 THE ATTIC! PAGE 4 Item 7: Framed Hummingbird on 40c Silk Gauze MOB $50 Item 8: Needle point Trivet MOB $20 Item 9: Framed & Matted Shepherd & Sheep MOB $35 Item 10: Framed & Matted Stocking w/embellishments MOB $35 Item 11: Beaded Dog Ornament w/stand MOB $50 Item 12: Needlepoint w/genuine Turquoise Stones MOB $65 Attic, Mesa, AZ Toll-Free: ATTIC ( )

5 THE ATTIC! PAGE 5 Item 13: Cross-Stitched Deer Ornament MOB $20 Item 14: Pair of Framed Needlepoint Ornaments MOB $40 Item 15: Pair of Needlepoint Ornaments MOB $25 Item 16: Cross-Stitched Chipmunk Ornament MOB $20 Item 17: Pair of Beaded Penguin Ornaments MOB $20 Item 18: Needlepoint Pinecone Ornament MOB $35

6 THE ATTIC! PAGE 6 Item 19: Pink Needlecase w/accessories as Shown MOB $50 Item 20: Green Buddy Case w/accessories MOB $50 Item 21: Pink Needleroll MOB $35 Item 22: Beaded Letter Opener & Magnifier MOB $50 Item 23: Cross-stitched snowman Wall Hanger MOB $35 Item 24: Pair of Ribboned Pinecones w/beadsmob $45 Attic, Mesa, AZ Toll-Free: ATTIC ( )

7 THE ATTIC! PAGE 7 Item 25: Beaded Snowman Necklace w/beaded Needlecase MOB $40 Item 26: Snowflake Quilted Pillow Ornament MOB $20 Item 27: Cross-stitched Snowman on Plastic Canvas MOB $15 Item 28: Cross-stitched Penguin w/candy Cane on Plastic Canvas MOB $15 Item 29: Cross-stitched Penguin on Skis on Plastic Canvas MOB $15 Item 30: Cross-stitched Penguin on Sled on Plastic Canvas MOB $15 Attic, Mesa, AZ Toll-Free: ATTIC ( )

8 THE ATTIC! PAGE 8 Item 31: Hardanger Santa Face MOB $20 Item 32: Hardanger Ornament w/wreath Charm MOB $20 Item 33: Hardanger Noel House w/wreath Charm MOB $45 Item 34: Pair of Ornaments: Needlepoint Wreath & Cross-Stitched Tree MOB $25 Item 35: Pair of Cross-stitched Ornaments: Snowman & Bears MOB $30 Item 36: Red & White Needlepoint Ornament w/angel Charm MOB $35

9 THE ATTIC! PAGE 9 Item 37: Needlepoint Santa Face w/holly Beads MOB $50 Item 38: Needlepoint Angel, Northern Lights MOB $45 Item 39: Needlepoint Holly Ornament MOB $39 Item 40: Needlepoint Patriotic Flip-Flop Ornament MOB $30 Item 41: Needlepoint Angel Ornament MOB $50 Item 42: Needlepoint Denim-Look Jacket w/buttons Ornament MOB $30 Attic, Mesa, AZ Toll-Free: ATTIC ( )

10 THE ATTIC! PAGE 10 Item 43: Needlepoint Red/White/Gold Ornament w/beads MOB $50 Item 44: Needlepint ABC Scissors Holder w/scissors MOB $40 Item 45: Beaded Brooch MOB $40 Item 46: Peyote-Beaded Southwestern Crystal Ornament MOB $25 Item 47: Peyote-Beaded Star of David Crystal Ornament MOB $25 Item 48: Handmade Lampwork Heart Magnet in Needlepoint Case MOB $35 Attic, Mesa, AZ Toll-Free: ATTIC ( )

11 THE ATTIC! PAGE 11 A real blue topaz necklace! Item 49: Cross-Stitch True Love Wall Hanging MOB $25 Item 50: Needlepoint Witchy Bellpull (She has a real blue topaz necklace!) MOB $50 AND HERE ENDS ALICE S DONATIONS! Item 51: Small Beaded Silverware Cross MOB $50 Item 52: Large Beaded Silverware Cross MOB $75 Item 53: Framed Christmas Cross Stitch MOB $50 Item 54: Wooden Box w/cross-stitched Angel MOB $45

12 THE ATTIC! PAGE 12 Item 55: Peyote Beaded Angel Crystal Ornament MOB $25 Item 56: Cross-Stitched Angel w/trumpet on Plastic Canvas MOB $15 Item 57: Cross-Stitched Angel on Plastic Canvas MOB $15 Item 58: Hardanger Angel MOB $15 Item 59: Cross-Stitched Blue Angel MOB $20 Item 60: Cross-Stitched Pink Angel MOB $20

13 THE ATTIC! PAGE 13 Item 61: Handmade Basket w/theresa Baird/Heart s Ease Examplar Works exclusive designs for the Needlebook, Biscornu, Scissor Fob & Scissor Case (Mayflower design on the top is available) and Mayflower Waxers MOB $250 Item 62: Sewing/Knitting Lined Basket MOB $125

14 THE ATTIC! PAGE 14 Item 63: OOP Valerie Lejeune Le Livre ales Lettres MOB $40 Item 64: OOP Veronique Maillard Alphabets Anciens MOB $40 Item 65: OOP Sampler & Antique Needlework Book MOB $50 Item 66: OOP Brenda Keyes Alphabets Motifs & Borders MOB $30 Item 67: Darlene O Steen s The Proper Stitch MOB $35 Item 68: OOP Needleprint s The Goodhart Samplers MOB $75 Item 69: 70 issues, , Sampler & Antique Needlework Quarterly MOB $75

15 THE ATTIC! PAGE 15 Item 70: 6 issues of Treasures in Needlework magazine MOB $35 Item 71: 8 issues of Fine Lines magazine MOB $20 Item 72: Tidy Tote w/pincushion in a popular Blackbird/Moda fabric MOB $15 Item 73: Needleprint s OOP Beatrix Potter Sampler MOB $12 Item 74: Wild-Heart Designs OOP Blessings Sampler MOB $10 Item 75: Handwork Samplers OOP chart MOB $10 The Blessings Sampler verse: The love and devotion I gave to my child I thought I could give to no other But life held a lovely surprise for me the day I became a Grandmother

16 THE ATTIC! PAGE 16 Item 76: OOP A Mon Ami Pierre chart MOB $20 Item 77: OOP Of Female Worth chart MOB $10 Item 78: OOP Sharon Cohen/Nostalgic Needle chartmob $10 Item 79: OOP A Mon Ami Pierre chart MOB $15 Item 80: Set of 4 Ornaments MOB $40

17 THE ATTIC! PAGE 17 Item 81: Cross-stitched Silent Night Stocking Ornament MOB $30 Item 82: Cross-Stitched Noel Ornament w/animals MOB $35 Item 83: Needlepoint Star, Do Small Things with Great Love MOB $30 Item 84: Needlepoint Flowers Stocking MOB $30 Item 85: Needlepoint Tree w/presents on a Charming Stand MOB $50 Item 86: Project Bag w/inset Cross-Stitch & Scissors Zipper Opening MOB $45

18 THE ATTIC! PAGE 18 Item 87: Vintage Milk Glass w/stitched Pincushion, Fob & Scissosrs MOB $65 Item 88: OOP Cottage Charm Stitcher s Pocket Complete Kit MOB $20 Item 89: Goodwill to Men Cross-Stitched Ornament MOB $40 Item 90: Wool pocket w/stacy Nash Pear Design on the flap & leather strap MOB $50 Item 91: Needlepoint Moose Pillow MOB $40 Item 92: Cross-stitched Tree Pillow MOB $40

19 THE ATTIC! PAGE 19 From the Private Collection of Gigi R Item 93: Sophia Goodchild 1829 Antique Sampler MOB $100 Item 94: Jeanete Hauer Antique Sampler MOB $100 Item 95: HW Schoolgirl Needlework Roll MOB $60 Item 96: Antique Schoolgirl Needlework Roll MOB $50 Item 97: Antique Practice Sampler MOB $75

20 THE ATTIC! PAGE 20 Item 98: Velveteen Heart Sewing Case w/scissors Current Bid $80 Item 99: Cross-stitched January MOB $25 Item 100: Cross-stitched Needlework Project Bag Current Bid $150 Item 101: ABC Stocking Ornament Current Bid $25 Item 102: Blackbird Stocking Ornament Current Bid $30

21 THE ATTIC! PAGE 21 Item 103: Honeysuckle Stocking Ornament MOB $20 Item 104: Purple Flower Stocking Ornament MOB $20 Item 105: April Showers Stocking Ornament MOB $20 Item 106: Prairie Schooler Angel Ornament MOB $25 Item 107: Gold/Copper/Turquoise/Black Needlepoint Stocking Ornament MOB $25 Item 108: Hardanger Snowflake Ornament MOB $20

22 THE ATTIC! PAGE 22 Item 109: Cross-Stitched Swan Ornament MOB $20 Item 110: Cross-Stitched Santa Ornament MOB $20 Item 111: OOP Waterfield Band Sampler Chart MOB $30 Item 112: Red Quilted Star Ball Ornament MOB $25 Item 113: Green Quilted Star Ball Ornament MOB $25 Item 114: Blue Quilted Star Ball Ornament MOB $25

23 THE ATTIC! PAGE 23 Bottom 0f #117 w/wonderful Sentiment Bottom of #115 Item 115: Seasonal Three-Dimensional Mouse House Current Bid $75 Item 116: Eiffel Tower Petite Pillow/Pincushion MOB $20 Item 117: Etui Needleholder, Scissors & Fob MOB $35 Item 118: Stand-Up Christmas Tree MOB $35 Item 119: Plaid Stand-Up Mouse w/its Own Ornament MOB $35 Item 120: Framed Joyeux Noel MOB $15

24 THE ATTIC! PAGE 24 Item 121: Four Colonial Ornaments MOB $30 Item 122: Handmade Halloween Tote Bag MOB $45 Item 123: Cherub Ornament w/ribbons & Beads MOB $50 Item 124: Pink Ribbon Ornament MOB $25 Item 125: Ready or Not Santa Ornament MOB $25 Item 126: Forest Christmas Ornament MOB $20

25 THE ATTIC! PAGE 25 Item 127: Merry Christmas Cross-Stitched Ornament MOB $35 Item 128: We Wish You a Merry Christmas Ornament MOB $30 Item 129: Scissors w/beaded Fob w/sleigh Charm MOB $75 Item 130: Prairie Moon s Angel Train MOB $40 Item 131: Red Box w/stitched bottom AND $400 Attic Gift Certificate MOB $375 Item 132: Hand-Turned Patriotic Pen MOB $35

26 THE ATTIC! PAGE 26 Side View & Front View Item 133: Judy Odell/Just A Thought Needlework Accessory + Chart MOB $100 Item 134: The Victoria Sampler s Gingerbread Village Church MOB $150 Item 135: Bird/Pinecone Ornament MOB $15 Item 136: Metallic Blue & White Needlepoint Ornament MOB $25 Item 137: Needlepoint Pillow Ornament MOB $25 Item 138: Cross-Stitched Santa Ornament MOB $15

27 THE ATTIC! PAGE 27 Item 139: Set, Beaded Crystal 12 Days of Christmas Ornaments MOB $120 (Display not included)