In this difficult time where we are unable to hold our annual Winter Festival / Bazaar due to pandemic health and regulatory constraints and French lockdowns, we have adapted our way of fundraising to cover our operating costs through this online sale for either click and collect at the office or by mail when possible.
Parent & Child Face Masks 15€ only one set left
Parent and Child Mask Description
Kate Middleton just might have to pop over the Channel to pick out one of these matching parent/child masks made from a classic Liberty of London, so very Breeteesh fabric. All the same on the front, there are whimsical designs on the back for the wee ones, and a few extra child size for famille nombreuse.
All cotton, machine washable
Adult masks: 9x6inches/23x15cm
Children’s: 7.5x5inches/19×12.5cm
15€ per set ONLY ONE SET LEFT
Face Masks 10€
Face Masks Description
It looks like we will be masking for a bit longer, so it might be time to indulge and invest in one of our lovely non-medical, washable face coverings.
With our first set of masks depleted, the Handicrafters have entered into a deuxième vague of mask making. Hopefully, we won’t be categorizing this as a sustainable purchase, but it does seem like “the mask” will definitely remain an essential accessory in the coming days. Do think of upgrading your collection to include one of our lovely, uplifting prints. Machine washable. 9X6 inches/23X15 cms.
With the first batch a “sell out”, Handicrafters have turned their attentions to a new format in striking patterns, some of them with a real Franco-American flavor (Lady Liberty, Tour Eiffel or Fleur de Lys).
Delivery: Free if picked up at the AAWE office, or contact the office for a shipping price.
Price: 10€ each.
Hold That Mask 3€
Hold That Mask Description
Hold That Mask!
Want to keep your mask clean and handy, in your purse, in your car, on the front hall table? The handicrafters have these most attractive pouches for your surgical or fabric masks.
Delivery: free if picked up at the office or contact the office for shipping costs.
Price: 3€
Pie Carriers 20€
Pie Carrier Description
One of our yearly best sellers, the Handicrafters’ pie carriers (aka sac à tarte) transports your baked goods in horizontal high style. You’ve taken the time to lovingly bake your offering, so give your pie, tart, pizza or quiche the transport it deserves. Handicrafter Nancy Le Balc’h has whipped up this year’s selection with some especially attractive imported fabrics, so these should sell fast. A wonderful gift for the bakers on your list.
Contact the office for a shipping price.
20€ each
Spring Fever Placemats, 2 for 20€
Spring Fever Placemats Description
Are you getting antsy being homebound in the dreary winter weather? Can’t wait for Spring flowers and light? Try the Handicrafters’ prescription for patchwork placemats. Let these bright, flowery, quilted placemats shine some light on your dining room table.
Price: 2 for 20€, or 4 for 35€, or 6 for 50€.
Sturdy Tote Bags 20€
Sturdy Tote Bag Description
Stopping by the office to pick up those AAWE books you ordered? Or some Handicraft items? With these machine-washable cotton tote bags you can carry it all home in style, and cut down on your carbon imprint at the same time. They measure 15″ x 15″ (35 x 35 cm) and fit comfortably over your shoulder. Perfect for a quick trip to the bakery, carrying the after-school snacks, your reusable water bottle, your library books! 20€ each.
Colorful Microwave Potholders 8€/pair
Colorful Microwave Potholders Description
Delaney Nguyen-Xuan has taken potholdering into the future with her “microwave” potholders..
Price: 8€ for a matching pair. all proceeds support AAWE activities.
Everyone is spending more time at home, and your microwave is probably getting a workout. Leftovers? Frozen dinners? Tea and coffee? With these microwave potholders you can retrieve those piping hot items in comfort and style. They also make a lovely gift!
Hand-sewn from a variety of colorful, unique fabrics they will jazz up your kitchen. Made from cotton and a special heat resistant batting, they are machine washable. They measure 7″ x 4″ (18 x 11 cm), and come as a pair, one for each hand ! As usual, all proceeds go towards supporting your association’s numerous activities. 8€ for a matching pair of two + 2€ shipping.
Please contact the AAWE office to arrange collection.
Hommage to Potholders
Hommage to Potholders
….there’s history in those quilted squares! Ancient Greek art evidences swatches of material used to hold hot-handled pots, but the first home-made square potholders came into fashion with the “Antislavery Bazaars” held in Boston in 1855. Handsewn to include the phrase “Any holder but a Slave Holder”, potholder crafting became a subtle way for nineteenth century women to show their support for the Abolitionist cause.
In the twenty-first century, AAWE Handicrafts continues the potholder crafting tradition (and supports the activities of our association). Our yearly selection of this “ultimate utilitarian kitchen necessity” is a popular gift item you can easily pop into an envelope and send to friends and famlly
Silk-Tie Pillows 25€
Silk-Tie Pillows Description
Spruce up your couch, remind someone you love how nice it is to be tie-free. Here are some lovely pillows!
The red and black pillow measures 48 cm x 39 cm and is backed in black.
The second pillow is 36 cm square and there is a matching rectangular big sister 36 cm x 48 cm. both are backed in dark grey.
This elegant gold and blue pillow measures 48cm x 36 cm and is backed with blue and white pinstripe cotton.
Please contact the AAWE Office to organize pick up. Pillows are 25€ each.
Handmade Sun Hats 20€
Handmade Sun Hats Description
Protect that delicate baby face! Have the best-dressed kid on the beach with our adorable, hand-made sun hats. White floral is 50cm circumference and will fit a baby/toddler up to about 3 years. Dark floral is 51cm and will fit a child 3-10 years. 20€ each
Unique Luggage Tags 8€
Unique Luggage Tags Description
“They’re not just luggage tags…” You may be staying closer to home these days, but the AAWE Handicrafters have whipped up these handy luggage tags to cover all of your baggage identification needs.
Hand-sewn from a variety of colorful, unique fabrics to fit every taste and occasion, these tags not only make your suitcases easy to spot, but they can be used on a wide range of items…gym bags, backpacks, fanny packs, sports equipment, keys…whatever you need to personalize and recognize as yours quickly. Contact the office to arrange collection. 8€ each, two for 15€.
Greeting Cards 3€
Greeting Cards Description
The holidays are fast approaching. Granted we have been staying in touch via Zoom, FaceTime and with various other media manners but what better way to say you care than with a hand written note.
AAWE Handicrafters have upcycled used greeting cards for you to put pen to paper to express your best wishes. Grab them quickly!
Delivery: Free if picked up at the AAWE office, or contact the office for a shipping price. 3€
Knit Wit – Doughnuts 5€
Knit Wit - Doughnuts Description
Amazing what you can do with a ball of yarn. The handicrafters have “outpurled” Mme. Defarge (infamous tricoteuse in Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities) in creating their own revolutionary hand knit gift items. For the dieting donut lover…. Trompe l’oeil pin cushions (complete with icing and straight pin sprinkles). Look longingly, but don’t munch. Price: 5€ each
Knit Wit – Pumpkins 5€
Knit Wit - Pumpkins Description
Add a touch of autumn decor with our adorable mini knit pumpkins. A sustainable option, you can bring them out year after year to celebrate the change of season with their warm “falling leaf” tones. Price: 5€ each
Potholders 5€
Potholders
Let’s Get Cooking!
As you can see from the sampling above, Nan de Laubadère’s quilted potholders cover a “something for everyone” plethora of themes.
With re-confinement and still staying close to home, we all surely need to refresh our potholder supply and the AAWE Handicrafters have been cooking up new batches for you to use while you simmer some Pot au Feu or Boeuf Bourguignon now that the weather has turned chilly.
Contact the office for a shipping price.
Price: 5€
Hommage to Potholders
Hommage to Potholders
….there’s history in those quilted squares! Ancient Greek art evidences swatches of material used to hold hot-handled pots, but the first home-made square potholders came into fashion with the “Antislavery Bazaars” held in Boston in 1855. Handsewn to include the phrase “Any holder but a Slave Holder”, potholder crafting became a subtle way for nineteenth century women to show their support for the Abolitionist cause.
In the twenty-first century, AAWE Handicrafts continues the potholder crafting tradition (and supports the activities of our association). Our yearly selection of this “ultimate utilitarian kitchen necessity” is a popular gift item you can easily pop into an envelope and send to friends and famlly.
5€
American Flag Pillows 25€ Three in stock, orders taken
Dual-National two-sided Knitted Flag Pillows
Just in time for the inauguration…dual-national two-sided Knitted Pillows. NOTE: These will be made to order and take at least one week. Shipping to France costs 4.95€, or liaise for shipping costs outside France: 25€ each
Heart Necklaces, 8€ (7€ with a purchase of matching heart earrings)
Heart Necklaces Description
These heart necklaces can be purchased alone for 8 euros (or as part of a set with matching heart earrings for 15 euros). 47 cm chain.
Heart Earrings 8€ pair, 2 pairs for 15€
Heart Earrings Description
Have a Heart Earrings
Remember the fun of receiving a Valentine’s Day card? Show your “Best Friends Forever” that you care…especially this year when we all need a bit of cheer. (These hand-crafted earrings can be slipped in an envelope.) Or gift yourself and wear your heart on your earlobe for your next zoom call. One pair 8 euros, two pairs 15 euros including shipping. Each packaged in their own mauve organza sac.
Patriotic Earrings 8€ pair, 2 pairs for 15€
Patriotic Earrings Description
Just in time for the inauguration. Add a bit of style to your couch potato virtual event with these red, white and blue earrings. For pierced ears. One pair for 8 €, two pairs for 15 € (shipping included).
