One of my own favorite bags, from Haiti

[denisebrain]

I have a really cute, colorful straw purse that looks like a little picnic basket, that also happens to be one of my favorite bags, and part of my own collection.

It was made in Haiti, and as much as I don't want to part with this bag, I really want to try to help in any little way possible with the relief efforts. 100% of the proceeds will go to Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontière.

Would anyone be interested in having one of my favorites be one of your favorites?
Vintage Colorful Straw Bag from Haiti...for Haiti on eBay now:

 

[TinTrunk]

That's a beautiful gesture, Maggie. And a beautiful bag.

Good luck with your auction, and I hope it raises so much money that it makes you feel even better about parting with it!

I'm wondering what I can do with my extremely limited resources. I suppose if you sell an item to raise funds, it doesn't have to be particularly relevant to Haiti does it?

Sarah

 

[cmpollack]

That's a beautiful gesture, Maggie. And a beautiful bag.

Yes, indeed! (The photo ain't half bad either!)

Doctors without Borders is a wonderful organization, too...

Good luck with the auction--hope it generates lots towards the relief effort!

 

[denisebrain]

I'm wondering what I can do with my extremely limited resources. I suppose if you sell an item to raise funds, it doesn't have to be particularly relevant to Haiti does it?

Sarah, I've noticed that there are quite a few eBay auctions benefiting an array of charities that support relief efforts in Haiti. Most items being sold have nothing to do with that area of the world, and that is just fine!

Take a look at the listings here.

 

[Sky Ranch Vintage]

Maggie,

I just LOVE that you're doing this. It is such a thoughtful gesture and that purse is simply delightful! I think I'll try to get something going to the same effect as well. It is an ispired idea and one that benefits a good cause.

 

[Leisa]

Kudos, Maggie!

It's an adorable purse & you're already doing quite well on it, I see.

I tend to only do charity auctions for New Orleans Habitat for Humanity. That cause is just too near & dear to my heart.

 

[Sky Ranch Vintage]

I've decided that I will auction off my 1950's factory folded, uncut sarong dress pattern. i will put in on this morning and post a link. Thank you again for the wonderful idea Maggie!

 

[The Vintage Merchant]

that IS a great idea, Maggie, and your sweet little purse is doing well so far!!
5 days to go, still, too!

and i love that dress you photographed it with, too! so cute!

 

[catwalkcreative]

Congratulations Maggie. You're doing well with the auction. Good luck! :sunshine:

 

[vintagedevotion]

That's such a wonderful idea and kind gesture. Your presentation is perfection. Breathtaking image. Hope it soars!

 

[Sky Ranch Vintage]

Just bumping this up! 1 day 8 hours left on this gorgeous bag!!

 

[denisebrain]

Thank you Amber, and thank you all, for your good vibes for my bag!

 

[thespectrum]

It's a wonderful auction all around.