Lost Crafts - Charity Sale

[British Red]

Howdy all.

I have a few items to dispose of. I have been deeply touched by the efforts of Naomi (JoJo's daughter) who is undetaking a charity bike ride to Paris in aid of the Big Issue foundation

In her own words

Hi all. I have signed up for the London to Paris Bike Ride 2011 and I’m looking for your support!

The ride is taking place from the 21st to 24th July and I’ll be riding 230 miles in 3 days – all in support of The Big Issue Foundation.

The Big Issue Foundation is dedicated to the well being of Big Issue Vendors, working with over 2900 individuals across the UK. Their skilled staff work one to one with vendors, tackling issues ranging from health and accommodation through to money management and aspirations.

The Big Issue Foundation is about taking control, moving forward, gaining independence and rebuilding lives. They exist to enable vendors to continue on their journey away from homelessness.

Did you know that life expectancy on the streets is only 46 years old?

Your kind support will help make the 230 miles that little bit easier, especially when I cycle 90 miles in one day! With your support I can help to make a big change in someone else’s life.

Please dig deep and help me to help others help themselves!

All my love and many thanks,

Naomi x

First up we have a mint copy of the classic book "Lost Crafts (rediscovering traditional skills)" by Una McGovern

This great book offers 370+ pages of insights into everything from dry stone walling to cider making, making rush lights to tanning.



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Whoever offers the most by midnight tomorrow (Sunday 13th of Feb), gets the book. All monies will go directly to Naomis appeal.

Don't be frightened to bid low - not looking to make a fortune here - just help out a great person doing her bit for society.

Red

 

[Mesquite]

Nice one Hugh

I'll start the bidding off with £5

 

[plastic-ninja]

Good cause and nice book.
£8.00
Simon

 

[Xunil]

£25

At 5am on a Sunday morning too...

 

[British Red]

Wow - thanks all! Thats very kind!!

 

[Xunil]

Wait and see. I may yet start a bidding war with myself

 

[British Red]

I may throw in some fabled "ring tingle" jerky

 

[Xunil]

"Ring tingle" of any description is never particularly high on my agenda, and it's a bold man indeed to combine that phrase with the word jerky...



£30 and not a penny less !

 

[British Red]

Don't knock what you haven't tried big boy

 

[Nice65]

I'd be interested in some jerky if it would help the cause?

 

[British Red]

I'm sure that can be arranged on a future sale -might even make some big bars of bushcrafter soap!

 

[Xunil]

Don't knock what you haven't tried big boy

who said I ... umm... oh never mind

 

[British Red]

Thank you Xunil for your generosity. Please pm me your address for the book.

Red

 

[jojo]

Naomi and I'd like to thanks Red for organising this, and everyone who participated, particularly Xunil. So thank you very much. It is much appreciated.

 

[Spikey DaPikey]

I'm sure that can be arranged on a future sale -might even make some big bars of bushcrafter soap!

Yes please, as the last lot has long since gone....

 

[British Red]

The soap or the jerky buddy?

 

[Spikey DaPikey]

The soap, not tried the jerky, so not able to miss that

 

[RonW]

What do you mean by bushcrafter soap???

 

[British Red]

Hand made soap, free from palm oil, and using natural insect repelling ingredients. I do the odd batch of home made pine tar soap, pure olive oil for sensitive skins etc,