Items going to their new home tomorrow too.

<--These items are also going to their new home tomorrow w/ the rest of the items I already posted.

Donations

<--I just purchased these candies for the stockings that I purchased from an etsy shop. I am waiting for them, but once I receive them, I will post pics of them too.

<--These stuffed animals were donated by Marie D. Thanks for much.

Items still seeking.

• adult woman scarves, hats and mittens
• new and un-opened make up (lipstick, eye shadow, foundation, mascara and blush)
• body lotion
• perfume
• nail polish
• jewelry (earrings, bracelets, brooches and hair clips)
• gift bags (medium-large)

1st batch of donations heading off to its new home

<---This is the 1st batch of items that will be heading off to the shelter on Tuesday, Dec. 1.

Thank you to everyone who has participated in this project. I appreciate it very much.

Thank you so very much Natalie!

I would like to extend a warm thank you to Natalie who has yet donated another pile of her toys. I want you to know that you are doing a good deed and that other little girls will love them as much as you did. You are an angel! Thank you so very much!

List of items still seeking.

• adult woman scarves, hats and mittens
• new and un-opened make up (lipstick, eye shadow, foundation, mascara and blush)
• body lotion
• perfume
• nail polish
• jewelry (earrings, bracelets, brooches and hair clips)
• children scarves, hats and mittens
• girl toys (barbies, dolls, princess stuff, dress up, teenager girl items)
• teenage boys items (10 yrs of age-16 yrs of age)
• baby and toddler items for both boys and girls
• christmas stockings
• candy (nothing that contains peanuts)
• holiday gift bags (medium-extra large)
• wrapping paper and tape

The children that stay in the range b/twn the ages of 4 months- 16 yrs of age.

The deadline for the donations is December 12.

Thanks.

A Big Thank You To Everyone Who Has Donated!

I wanted to express my gratitude to everyone who has donated something to this project. If it wasn't for you all, then I wouldn't have been able to put together these holiday purses, stockings and presents for the shelter.

More donations.

<---These are just a few of the donations I am going to be giving. There is more to come. I also purchased several items from 2 of the etsy shops shown on this blog. They were generous enough to offer me a discount and throw in a few freebies. Thanks to those that did.

More donations arrived.

<--I purchased these pretty hair clips at a special price from Princess Diva Bowtique.

<---These x-mas tags were donated by Amys Treasures Attic.

Thanks again to the 2 of you and to everyone who has donated. I appreciate it very much.

More donations arrive.

<---These items were donated by Layla Y. Thanks so much. I know that these items will go to good use.

List of items that I'm still seeking.

• adult woman scarves, hats and mittens
• new and un-opened make up (lipstick, eye shadow, foundation and blush)
• body lotion
• perfume
• nail polish
• jewelry (earrings, brooches, bracelets and hair clips)
• children scarves, hats and mittens
• christmas stockings
• candy (nothing that contains peanuts)
• holiday gift bags (medim- extra large in size)
• christmas wrapping paper, tags and tape
• girl toys

The children that stay range b/twn the ages of 4 months-16 years of age.

The deadline for the donations is: Decemeber 12, 2009. Thanks.

Just received these items this evening!

These lovely items were donated by Monica. Thanks so much!

Items I just received this morning. Thanks Donna K. for all of the cute items!

<--Donna K. just donated these barbies, teddy bears, gift bags and tags, nail polish, lipstick, eye shadows and body lotions. Thanks so much.

13 pairs of earrings just donated

<----These beautiful earrings were handcrafted by Cutyourheartout on Etsy. Thanks again for donating 13 pairs for the women.

Last set of pics from this morning's pick up!

This is the last set of pictures from this morning's pick up. Thank you again to everyone who donated. There were so many items that I picked up today that I can't wait to start assembling the christmas gifts for both the women and children of the shelter.

If it wasn't for everyone who donated, this charity project wouldn't exist. Thanks again.

More donations from this morning's pick up.

These are still donations from this morning's pick up. Thanks again.

I just picked up a generous amount of donations from 5 families. Thanks so much!

I received many donations this morning. These items were graciously donated by Pamela M., Lynn H., Carol J., Mary L. and Elly K. The Dental Associates w/in Fairfield County also donated tooth brushes, dental floss and tooth paste.

The next 2 postings also consist of this morning's pick up as well.

Thank you to all who have donated! I appreciate it very much and I know that they will also be well received by the women and children of the shelter.

Handmade Scaves and Hats Arrived Today.

<---These lovely handcrafted scarves and hats just arrived from Cassie106.

Highlights Magazines Just Donated...

<----These Highlights Magazines were just donated by Jessica C. Thanks so much for these activity books. I know they will entertain the children.

List of donations still currently seeking.

- purses (medium to large size)
- new/un-opened make up
- compact make up mirrors
- scarves, hats and mittens (for both adults and children)
- jewelry (brooches, earrings, bracelets and hair clips)
- nail polish
- perfume or body spray
- body lotion
- hair cut gift cards
- clothing gift cards (ie: Marshalls, Walmart, Target)
- clear cellophane wrap
- wrappping paper
- gift bags (small - extra large)
- ribbon and bows
- tape
- gift tags
- new or fairly new holiday stockings
- crayons and activity books
- puzzles
- books
- games
- toys

**If anyone has any christmas decorations, a christmas tree w/ ornaments and or lights, please also let me know as I can give those to the shelter as well.

**Please note, I don't like to discriminate against anyone, however, I am looking for items that are coming from a smoke free household. The smoke usually generates into the objects and its hard to get the smell out. I hope you understand. Thanks so much.

More donations just arrived.

<---These earrings were donated by Giftbearer.

<--These jewelry boxes were donated by DesignerFavors.

<---These holiday tags were donated by Mylittleburritos.

<---These purses were donated by Denise.

Thanks to everyone who donated again this evening. I appreciate it.

These are the donations that I got today.

Thank you to everyone who has donated and to those that donated today. I greatly appreciate it.


<---These care bears and stuffed animals were donated by Kathy.








<----These stuffed animals, children clothes and shoes were donated by Catherine.

<---These ty beanies, dress up capes, race cars, doll, games and books were donated by Joann.

I'm off to pick up more donations this morning!

I can't wait. This morning I will be picking up some more donations. In a little while, I will be adding more pics and updating my blog.

I wanted to say thank you to everyone who has already donated. I know the women shelter will greatly appreciate everything that has been generously donated for their battered women and their children.

I'm still seeking...

- purses (medium-large)
- new make up
- compact make up mirrors
- scarves (for both adults and children)
- mittens (for both adults and children)
- hats (for both adults and children)
- jewelry (brooches, bracelets, hair clips)
- new and unused nail polish
- perfume or body spray
- body lotion
- hair cut gift cards
- clothing gift cards (ie: Marshalls; Walmart; Target)
- clear cellophane wrap
- holiday gift tags
- holiday wrapping paper
- holiday bags (small to extra large)
- bows
- ribbon
- tape
- new and or fairly new and clean holiday stockings
- crayons
- puzzles
- activity books
- games
- toys

Eye Powder Received Today

<---I purchased these beautiful eye shadows and received a few donations from Pure Natural Minerals. Thanks so much.

More Donations Arrive

<---Beautiful tye dye scarves from Made From Loving Hands

<----Donated from Ms. Collins

I would like to say thank you to both ladies for donating such wonderful items.

First Batch of Donations

Today, I received these generous donations from a lady who lives locally. Thank you so very much Pam for all the stuffed animals, dress up hats, princess castle, books, game, race cars and halloween baskets. I know the children will be very happy to receive these items.

Donations

If you are interested in donating, please send me an email to: donationsforcauses2009@yahoo.com. I am still seeking all of the items on my list.

As a way to show my appreciation to those that have donated, I will add your shop and or website links as a way for you to receive some free exposure.

After I receive the donated items, I will take pics, add them to my blog and also add your link.

Thanks.

Holiday Purses and Stockings

In the spirit of Christmas, I am putting together holiday purses and stockings for the women and children of a battered woman shelter. They "offer a safe haven for those who must flee violence in their home. During their stay, residents receive counseling and assistance with rebuilding their lives and planning a violence free future".

The children that stay range b/twn the ages of 4 months- 16 years of age. No toys that suggest violence will be accepted such as toy guns and swords.

I am seeking the following items:

• new or failry new and clean purses (preferrably medium to large size)
• new make up (lipstick, blush; masacara; powder; eye liner & eye shadow)
• compact make up mirrors
• scarves
• mittens
• hats
• jewelry (preferably earrings and bracelets)
• nail polish
• perfume and or body spray
• body lotion
• hair cut gift cards
• clothing gift cards
• clear cellophane wrap
• holiday gift tags
• holiday gift bags (small- extra large)
• bows
• tape
• ribbon
• wrapping paper
• new or fairly new and clean Christmas stockings
• crayons
• puzzles
• activity books
• dolls
• stuffed animals
• candy (nothing w/ peanuts in case of allergies)
• 2 extra large tupperware (to house the completed items and deliver to shelter)

I am hoping that the items in the purse allow these battered women a day to doll themselves up, feel worthy and to help boost their self esteem if it's just for one day. I also hope that these stockings full of presents help these children not think about what is going on in their lives. I want them to be able to retrieve a stocking full of presents, open it up and have that twinkle in their eyes once again.

If you are interested in donating something, please leave me your name and email address so I may contact you. Thanks so much.

I am hoping to receive all the donations by December 15.