Hearts for Hannah~ Batch #3 & #4

Here is Batch #3

Here is Batch #4

Please remember to post HERE as to which one you would like. This lets everyone know what is taken. You can scroll down to my first Hearts for Hannah post for directions if you are new to this. Thank you so much and thank you for being patient with me :)

Update...

Hi Everyone. My work life has been keeping me mighty busy these days. The end of a school year is always crazy but this one is a bit more hectic than usual. I haven't forgotten about things here, just trying to swim to the surface for air! I'm expecting to be making hearts tomorrow so I can post late on Monday. Thanks for your patience!

More....

Another batch of hearts will be available on Saturday! Thanks everyone for your support so far!

Hearts for Hannah- Batch #2

Batch #2! Lovely florals....pinks, orange, blues and a little brown. Remember, leave a comment HERE to let me and everyone know which heart you would like.

Hearts Tomorrow...

Hearts will be posted tomorrow evening some time around 7:30-8:00. I have after work plans so posting will be a bit late.

Tomorrow's theme is: Floral.....There are some sweet one's sitting in the kiln! I can't wait to get them out in the morning. Hope you will stop back to see them tomorrow!!

Hearts for Hannah- Batch #1

Here is Batch #1 of my Hearts for Hannah. I was rushing around so the image isn't top notch but most hearts here read pretty true to color. The heart at "7:00" is a lovely denim looking blue with turquoise raised dots...lots of reflection in this image so you don't get a true sense of it.

Here is how it works:

:: Please comment HERE to let me know which one you would like. This way others can see who has claimed what heart.
:: Comments DON'T show until I read them....a feature on my blog that lets me preview comments before listing them.
:: Hearts are 25.00 each. Checks or cash only made payable to me. At the end of the fundraiser a large (hopefully) check is made out to Joining Hearts and Hands for the full amount collected.
:: I can NOT take special requests/orders. If you really, really want a particular heart you are welcomed to order one from me after the fundraiser.
:: I will post both on my blog and my facebook page when I will be posting a new batch of Hearts.
:: Remember- This is a month long fundraiser. Be patient. I believe that 99% of those who want a heart get one :)

A gentle reminder:

* I try to say this with the most care and gentleness, I can NOT accept request or orders during this fundraiser. This is a time consuming endeavor which I do after my regular work hours. Orders put a damper on my heart production and suck me dry of creativity.

* Please consider that I lovingly donate all my materials, time, skills and proceeds to this fundraiser. Please know that I would love to make you a heart (or something else) once the fundraiser is finished so please consider visiting my Etsy Shop or visiting me at my booth at a number of Summer festivals!

Hearts for Hannah....

I've had a great start already to my month long fundraiser! I will be at the torch today working and will post available hearts tomorrow evening. Pre ordering has now ended and I will be focusing on hearts to post each day. Tomorrow evening I will also go over the how to's of getting a heart for those who are not yet familiar.

Namaste!

Order Now!

I'm late in posting this but better late than never.....

This year I am offering the option of ordering Hearts for Hannah based on some past popular sellers. I am only offering a few styles for you to choose from based on ease and past interest. I will also continue my daily posts of hearts here on my blog ....they are sold first come, first gets the heart....its rather fun for me to see who wants what and all the eager emails that await me.

For those of you who may be new to the Hearts for Hannah fundraiser, please reference my Giving link on the bar above. All of the proceeds raised are donated to Joining Hearts and Hands in memory of Hannah Congdon.

Why do I do this?
I do this to support Hannah's mission and the memory of all the Fairport angels.
I do this to honor the families and to let them know that people care.
I do this because it was so deeply sad that I wanted to know something good could come from it.
I do this because it is my small way of helping others.
I do this because it reminds me that life is short. Be kind. Care for others. Give your time to someone or a cause in need.

Here are the hearts I will create by order:

The purple heart to the right can be done with a purple, green or red background.

The heart across from the purple heart can be done with a black, red or blue background. The outlined heart will be done in either black or white.

The yellow heart at the bottom can be done in a yellow, red, black or light blue background. Inner hearts will vary in color.

The floral heart at the top is done on a black background with multi colored flowers.

Please note that although the design concept will be the same, each will vary due to the handmade nature and color availability.

This one is available just because the 4th of July is so close :)

The green background heart to the left can be made in green, purple or red.

The light green heart at the top can be made in green or turquoise. Flowers will be random.

I hope you will order a few and wait and visit my blog to watch for new styles that will be available in June!

Comment here on my blog or send me an email with your order!

Memorial Day Cookout

Doing a little cooking out later today to celebrate Memorial Day! The menu will include carrot dogs, hot & sour cucumber salad and Thai Tofu wraps! Here is the recipe......I love these just as much as carrot dogs!

Thai Tofu Lettuce Wraps1 small Thai pepper, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 Tbsp. olive oil
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/4 cup water
Juice of 1 lime (plus more for garnish)
1 Tbsp. arrowroot powder or cornstarch
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 16-oz. pkg. firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 Tbsp. basil, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
8 iceberg lettuce leaves

• Sauté the minced pepper and garlic in the olive oil for 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat. Add the soy sauce, water, and lime juice, stirring until well combined. Stir in the cornstarch and simmer over low heat until the tofu is ready.
• Heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a nonstick 12-inch skillet.
• Add the tofu and cook, stirring frequently (stir-frying), until heated through and browned on all sides, about 10 to 15 minutes. Add the sauce and chopped basil, then stir-fry for 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl.
• Scoop a spoonful of tofu onto each lettuce leaf, top with basil, garnish with lime juice, if desired, and serve.

Makes 2 large or 4 small servings