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Auction Updates!

We are fundraising for our generator project. Here are the current bids. We'd love to see them double or triple! Current bid on the Paraguayan purses made by the Maca Indians: $15.00 each


Ñanduti lace. It measures 12 inches in diameter; is beige and is hand-woven. This elegant lace makes a perfect centerpiece or can be framed! Current bid: $0.99

This one is vibrant orange (2 tones). It is the same size as the beige, but with a different lace design. Current bid: $10.00A close up of the delicate handiwork. This is an authentic Paraguayan tereré set. See this post for a better explanation of this traditional Paraguayan pasttime. This is a genuine 100% leather thermos with matching guampa (cup). It includes a bombilla (straw) as well.
You can see that it is very well made with extra strong stitching. These incredibly talented artisans are Christians and are friends of ours. This hand-painted, matching set says Jesús and is brand new. Current Bid: $25
Please continue to email us your bids. We will update weekly with the current bid on each item. Bidding will continue until May 9 at 12:00 p.m. We will announce all the winners on May 10. The winning bidder will receive tax credit for their donation. We will either hand deliver or ship (if you live somewhere we won't be visiting) this item to you when we head to the U.S. on May 15.

We hope you take advantage of these great auctions which will help us fund the generator we so desperately need. We are trying to raise $5,500 so Radio Alternativa can GENERATE hope 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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  1. Ana D.April 6, 2009 at 5:59 AM

    I love the work you do, DIOS TE BENDIGA!!

    I have an Easter giveaway on my blog that might be of interest for you and your kids, don’t miss it!

    Ana

    http://annedg777.blogspot.com/2009/04/jumpstart-giveaway.html

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