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{ 500 } Landscape Design Consultation
Dorothy Pedersen of Nature’s Garden LLC will help you merge your unique personality with the environment of your home landscape in a two hour consultation. She is a Certified Landscape Designer who was recently featured as the winning designer of the January 2008 HGTV Landscaper’s Challenge! She has designed low maintenance spaces, lake shore restorations, English cottage gardens, Asian influenced spaces, family gardens and portions of the Roseville Arboretum — see what magic she can bring to your yard. [Consultation by appointment at a mutually agreeable date and time.] Donor(s): Nature’s Garden LLC Value: $200

{ 501 } Caldrea Home Products Gift Basket
Keeping your home clean won’t be a chore with Caldrea aromatherapeutic homekeeping products in Ginger Pomelo scent. This Caldrea Bucket includes liquid hand soap, hand lotion, home fragrance spray, scrubbing powder, counter top cleanser, liquid dish soap, all-purpose cleanser and stainless steel spray. Donor(s): The Caldrea Company Value: $100

{ 502 } Piano Tuning
Perfect pitch acting up? Expert piano technician Tom Gunderson tunes the best of the best around the metro. Maestro Brunelle’s preferred tuner, Tom will ensure that your piano is ready to go, whether for a special occasion or family sing-a-long. [Must be scheduled by December 31, 2008.] Donor(s): Tom Gunderson Value: $135

{ 503 } Toro Electric Trimmer
This Toro 15-inch trim & edge electric trimmer will make grooming your garden easy. The powerful 4.4 amp motor handles tough trimming, the dual trigger handle allows for easy trimming and edging, and the exclusive variable cutting width system provides better control. A must-have for any gardener! Donor(s): Toro Value: $45

{ 504 } Kitchen Design Consultation
The kitchen is the heart of the home. Spend two hours with James Bohn of Singular Design discussing how to turn your kitchen into a beautifully designed and functional workspace you will enjoy. The consultation includes an on-site visit and drawing of proposed changes. [Date to be mutually agreed upon.] Donor(s): James Bohn Value: $500

{ 505 } Tall Contempo Crystal Decanter
Show off your favorite scotch in this sleek, modern crystal decanter. Simply elegant for any decor, add this to your collection of beautiful items for your home. Donor(s): Mark Baumgartner Value: $95

{ 506 } Garden Consultation and Subscription
Got a green thumb? Want one? Enjoy a one-year subscription to The Garden Letter, an illustrated quarterly publication to teach you all about gardening! If that’s not enough, you will also enjoy a one hour garden consultation with the Editor of The Garden Letter, Bonnie Blodgett. Donor(s): Bonnie Blodgett Value: $225

{ 507 } Halloween by Department 56
Set the stage for your Halloween festivities with “Sadie the Maid” — at over five feet tall she will leave your guests shaking in their boots as she rattles the monster martini glasses on her tray. Toss some witch finger candles into a taper holder and string your creepy chandelier from the ceiling and you’ve got instant ambiance. Spooky spider risers are a great place for treats, and appetizers pop against an orange and black flocked table runner. Donor(s): Department 56 Value: $1,210

{ 508 } Two Throw Pillows
These two beautiful custom-made throw pillows by GunklemanFlesher Interior Design will enhance your sofa, bed, or divan. Sized at 20 inches each, they feature tropical green leaf pattern. Donor(s): GunkelmanFlesher Interior Design Value: $400

{ 509 } Rosewood British Colonial Document Box
This 19th Century British Colonial document box will add elegance and history to your home. The exterior has brass lift handles on the sides and brass corners that are mortised in so they lie flush with the surrounding wood. The box is joined with hidden dovetails and has self supporting hinges. Hinged and sliding compartments hold writing accessories and documents. Donor(s): C.W. Smith Inc. Value: $200

{ 510 } Twelve Free Ink Cartridge Refills
Don’t run out of ink for a year! Keep that printer working smoothly with a year’s worth of inkjet cartridges. Receive one free inkjet cartridge refill each month for one year from Rapid Refill Ink in Plymouth. [Must be used within one year. Value up to $250. Plymouth location only.] Donor(s): Rapid Refill Ink Value: $250

{ 511 } Swedish Home Goods Basket
An assortment of Swedish home goods and gift items is presented in a decorative basket from the American Swedish Institute and is sure to bring a touch of Swedish culture to your home. Skål! Donor(s): American Swedish Institute Value: $100

{ 512 } Two Hour Interior Design Consultation
Carol Belz is an award winning designer whose work has appeared in Midwest Home, Renovation Concepts, Metropolitan Home, Better Homes and Gardens and Seattle Home & Lifestyles. She’ll come to your home for a two hour consult, or you can split the consult to include one hour at your home and one hour at International Market Square. [Expires on December 30, 2008, only one home visit.] Donor(s): Carol and Jeff Belz Value: $300

{ 513 } Contemporary Crystal Decanter
This beautifully swirled, pyramid-shaped crystal is hand beveled to catch the light, shedding a brilliant glitter around the room. Use this wonderful item to display your favorite wine at your next special gathering. Donor(s): Mark Baumgartner Value: $85

{ 514 } Home Depot Gift Card
Spring is the time of year when projects around the house come due. Pick up the supplies and materials you need with this $100 gift card for purchases at any Home Depot store or EXPO Design Center in the United States. [Use for In Store purchases only.] Donor(s): Anonymous Value: $100

{ 515 } “Shaken or Stirred” Cocktail Shaker
“Bond, James Bond.” Whatever cocktail you are in the mood for, this vintage cocktail shaker is right for you. Rarely found on the market, this glass shaker has favorite cocktail recipes from the 1950s right on the shaker, and it comes with a stirring spoon for those who prefer their drinks stirred. Donor(s): Mark Baumgartner Value: $95

{ 516 } Krinkles Christmas by Patience Brewster
Patience Brewster’s whimsical and highly detailed characters always delight inquisitive eyes. Celebrate the joy of the holiday season with this incredible selection of her quirky creations, including twelve Christmas ornaments, a tabletop ornament tree, three stocking hangers, a dozen appetizer plates, a set of decorative nesting boxes and a dazzling sculpture of a Magi traveling on an elephant! Donor(s): Department 56 Value: $2,393

{ 517 } Knitted Tan Lap Afghan
Take home this beautifully handmade tan lap afghan. Knit by VocalEssence Chorus member Kristi Mueller, this cozy lap blanket will keep you warm and comfortable with whatever you are doing, whether watching TV, curling up with a good book, or listening to your favorite VocalEssence CD! Donor(s): Kristi Mueller Value: $25

{ 518 } Interior Design Consultation
Get top notch decor tips from interior designer, Joy Norenberg, who will help you transform your home or office during a two hour consultation. Joy’s design firm, Joy and Co. Interior Designs, has over 20 years of experience creating beautiful environments that mirror personalities and reflect your individual style. Donor(s): Joy and Co. Value: $300

{ 519 } Minnesota Sesquicentennial Basket
A basket of Minnesota Sesquicentennial year souvenirs commemorates our 150th year of statehood! The basket includes small flags, desk products, drinking mugs, lapel pins, tee shirts in two sizes, and commemorative coins. Also included is a copy of Minnesota 150, a book by Kate Roberts published by the Minnesota Historical Society Press. Donor(s): N. Judge & Reatha King Value: $100

{ 520 } Hand Crafted Quilt
Sarah Henrich has designed, pieced and machine quilted this stunning Oriental themed quilt for you to take home and enjoy. As much a work of art as bedding, she calls this design “In A Japanese Garden.” Donor(s): John and Sarah Henrich Value: $2,000

{ 521 } Jack Wood British Colonial Document Box
This antique British Colonial jack wood document/writing box dates from the 19th Century. It has cast brass lift handles and brass corners which are mortised in so they lie flush with the surrounding wood. The well fitted, carved interior has hinged and sliding compartments for writing accessories and documents. Donor(s): C.W. Smith Inc. Value: $350

{ 522 } Heat Surge Heater and Mantle
Everyone hates high heat bills, particularly in Minnesota! The new Heat Surge fireplaces have “Fireless Flame” technology that gives you the peaceful flicker of a real fire but without any flames, fumes, smells, ashes or mess. The latest craze in fireplaces, this heater requires no chimney or vent, simply plug it in and enjoy the warmth. Donor(s): Charles and Julie Zelle Value: $250

{ 523 } Personal Geek Service
Don’t we all need a little more geekiness in our lives? Ryan Hollom will provide on-site technical consultation for two hours. Past winners have had him create or update websites, teach them how to use a digital camera, or help them solve computer issues. This is a great item for your small business or personal home office. [Mutually agreed upon date and time. Expires May 3, 2009.] Donor(s): The Sleek Geek Value: $200

{ 524 } Martini Shaker and Glasses
Mix your favorite martini in your very own vintage stainless steel martini shaker and pour it into the accompanying cut crystal glasses. Perfect for any romantic moment or to unwind after a hard day’s work. Donor(s): Mark Baumgartner Value: $85

{ 525 } Purple Knitted Lap Afghan
Kristi Mueller, VocalEssence chorus member, handmade this beautiful purple heather colored, diagonal knit afghan. The warm and cozy afghan would be a wonderful addition to any room and will keep you comfortable while relaxing. Donor(s): Kristi Mueller Value: $25

{ 526 } Best Buy Shopping Spree
Pick up that new flat screen plasma TV, a pair of those cool new iPhones, or a GPS system for your car. Or have you been needing a new French door refrigerator? You can choose almost anything in the store with this $1,000 shopping spree at Best Buy! [Redeemable for merchandise or services only. Not redeemable for cash.] Donor(s): Best Buy Value: $1,000

{ 527 } Cut Crystal Ship Decanter
Just try to tip this decanter! It’s made to withstand the rocking of a ship. This cut crystal decanter is perfect for your collection of beautiful tabletop items. Donor(s): Mark Baumgartner Value: $75

{ 528 } South African Mohair Blanket
Minnesota summers are South African winters. Snuggle up in a rose colored handmade mohair blanket that’s used on chilly evenings in the southern hemisphere. Donor(s): VocalEssence Board of Directors; Elise Brunelle Value: $85

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Basket of African Violets
Beautify your home with abasket of color. These easy to care for African Violets will reward your attention with blooms all year long. Donor(s): Linda Zelig Value: $20