{ Section 100: Jewelry & Wearables }

{ 100 } Galleria Shopping Experience
Whatever you want, whatever your style, you’ll find it at Galleria. Galleria Shopping Center in Edina offers the perfect blend of shops from national favorites to local boutiques, plus great restaurants and exquisite art collections. With a $250 gift card plus the assistance of a personal shopper for up to 3 hours, you’re sure to bring home something fabulous! [Personal shopper available by appointment.] Donor(s): Galleria Merchants Association Value: $475

{ 101 } Judith Kinghorn Earrings
Judith Kinghorn creates stunning award-winning jewelry which is sold to a private clientele, including Margaret Thatcher, Sandra Day O’Connor, Frank Gehry, and many others, as well as at juried art shows around the country. These particular earrings, called “Hops,” are hand fabricated of 24-karat gold and oxidized sterling silver on 18-karat gold hooks. Donor(s): Judith Kinghorn Value: $750

{ 102 } Handwoven Necktie Purse
It’s a purse, but not just any purse. Maestro Brunelle has sacrificed some of his favorite neckties to be hand woven into a “Necktie Purse”! Truly a unique collectible for any VocalEssence fan. Donor(s): Heather Cranney Willman Value: $125

{ 103 } Handmade Silver Pendant
This beautiful sterling silver pendant and chain is a lovely accessory for any music lover. Carved into the shape of a music note, the marcasite stone makes this a rare and unique piece of jewelry. Donor(s): “B” Original Handmade Jewelry by Jane Balster Value: $65

{ 104 } African Caftans and Shirt
Dress up in Serengeti Style with this collection of three items of clothing from Africa: a beautiful blue damask print caftan, a two-tone brown caftan, and a green and purple print shirt. Donor(s): Arlen Erdahl Value: $300

{ 105 } Gift Card to Heimie’s Haberdashery
“The suit, the shirt, the tie.” Enjoy a $100 gift card to Heimie’s Haberdashery, located in downtown Saint Paul. Choose from the finest men’s products including pens, pocket watches, cigars, cuff links, and leather bags, belts, wallets, and other accouterments. Pick up something for your next special occasion or enjoy the finest shave a man can receive by the famed Moustache Jim. Donor(s): Heimie’s Haberdashery Value: $100

{ 106 } South African Fulani Bronze Earrings
These traditional African earrings, handcrafted from brass by the talented artisans of the Fulani tribe of Mali, are very lightweight and comfortable to wear. They will add contemporary flair to your favorite outfit! Donor(s): VocalEssence Board of Directors; Elise Brunelle Value: $50

{ 107 } Gift Card to Macy’s
Experience the magic of Macy’s with a $500 shopping spree to one of the world’s largest department stores. Macy’s is known for selling a broad array of merchandise that helps individual customers express their personal style. You’ll find the best designer brands in clothing and home accessories. Just imagine what you’ll bring home from this shopping extravaganza! Donor(s): Macy’s Department Store Value: $500

{ 108 } Topaz and Sterling Men’s Ring
Badda-bling! This spectacular sterling silver ring is encrusted with 16 sparkling light-blue topaz stones. Men’s size 11. Donor(s): Superb Living LLC, Paul Olson Value: $229

{ 109 } Men’s Citrine and Sterling Ring
More manly bling! A huge 2.10 ctw citrine stone is set in sterling silver — beautiful clarity and cut! Men’s size 11. Donor(s): Superb Living LLC, Paul Olson Value: $159

{ 110 } Onyx and Cubic Zirconia Ring
This stunning ring is adorned with  black onyx and cubic zirconia, set in a heavy 925 sterling silver band. Size 8. Donor(s): Superb Living LLC, Paul Olson Value: $219

{ 111 } Multi Colored Felted Purse
Take home this beautifully designed multi-color wool knitted purse with crocheted ruffle, an original design by the talented Mariana Shulstad. Donor(s): Mariana Shulstad Value: $75

{ 112 } Blue Felted Purse
Handmade and designed by Mariana Shulstad, this whimsical handbag is as much an accessory as a work of art! Made with Icelandic wool, the felted knitting technique gives this purse a soft texture. Adorned with a fun and bright eyelash trim, this accessory will catch the attention of all of your friends! Donor(s): Mariana Shulstad Value: $75

{ 113 } Necklace and Earring Set
This gorgeous 16-inch necklace features a double strand of freshwater pearls, chalcedony, moonstones and sterling silver beads with a box clasp. And it comes with earrings made from matching stones. Donor(s): Lonnie Lovness Value: $250

{ 114 } Handcrafted Wood Jewelry Box
Exquisite craftsmanship and fine hardwoods have gone into the making of this jewelry box created by craftsman Gerard Sullivan. This is only a small sample of some of the incredible handcrafted woodworks he creates for homes around the metro. Donor(s): Gerard Sullivan Value: $150

{ 115 } Shopping Experience at Neiman Marcus
What to wear? Let Neiman Marcus personal shopping consultant Mary Lou Will help you find what to wear for your next special occasion or night on the town. Then let the shopping begin with your $500 Neiman Marcus gift card! You’ll look fabulous and feel great. [Not redeemable for cash or credit or on sale or clearance items. Consultation expires November 1, 2008. Appointment must be made at least 2 weeks in advance.] Donor(s): Neiman Marcus Value: $500

{ 116 } Designer Velvet Cocktail Dress
This lovely designer dress will make you a hit at your next party or event! You’ll look gorgeous in black and wine colored velvet with long sleeves, staggered hemline in the flared skirt, and beautiful beading highlights. Hand made by a fashion designer. [Size M/L.] Donor(s): Tom and Jan Kilton Value: $200

{ 117 } Handmade African Bead Necklace
This stunning necklace is brilliantly colored in red, orange, yellow and deep blue. The beads reflect the creativity of the Zulu people, and the colors, shapes and designs carry messages of love and longing in their patterns. Donor(s): VocalEssence Board of Directors; Elise Brunelle Value: $25

{ 118 } Watch and Inlaid Box
This masculine men’s watch will keep you on time in safari style! The Tokyo Bay “Spy” Watch has a green Italian leather strap and orange full numbered dial. The watch comes in a beautiful box, inlaid with mother of pearl in a checkerboard pattern on the outside and lacquered in silver on the inside. Donor(s): Martin Patrick 3 Value: $198

{ 119 } Len Druskin Gift Card
Pick out something fabulous to wear at Len Druskin’s elegant Edina Galleria store with this $200 gift card. For over 30 years Len Druskin has been bringing the very latest, highly-wearable clothing to all kinds of savvy men and women. Their eclectic brands and styles come from all over the world. As they say, “If someone looks good around here, they probably shopped with us.” [Expires May 3, 2009.] Donor(s): Len Druskin Value: $200

{ 120 } Breakfast at Tiffany & Co. Galleria
“Breakfast at Tiffany’s” at the world’s premier jeweler, Tiffany & Co., located in Edina Galleria. Up to 20 guests will have the rare opportunity to privately tour Tiffany & Co. before store hours and then enjoy an exquisite champagne breakfast. The guest of honor or hostess will be wardrobed in Tiffany & Co.’s private collection of rare diamond pieces as the guests enjoy a presentation by store director, Kathy Buchanan. This event is perfect for an anniversary or birthday celebration, a bridal or baby shower, or any unique gathering of friends. Includes a take home gift of Daisy Champagne Flutes, Mumm Napa Champagne and a Breakfast at Tiffany’s DVD. [Not available in November or December. Expires May 2009.] Donor(s): Tiffany & Company Value: $2,560

{ 121 } Handcrafted Necklace from Africa
This 24-inch glittering beaded necklace is hand crafted from multicolored beads. Truly a unique treasure for your wardrobe, it can be worn as a long necklace or doubled. Donor(s): VocalEssence Board of Directors; Elise Brunelle Value: $25