How You and I Can Help Relief Efforts for Japan
April 18, 2011
On March 12th a 9.0 earthquake and resulting tsunami hit Japan, wiping out many coastal towns. I cannot fathom the heartache of those who lost entire families in this tragedy. And I can’t stop thinking about it.
In the days that followed, I considered what I could do to help. You can read my thoughts in this previous post. As many of you know, I’m a glass artist by trade, so I decided to make some sushi sets to sell in my Artfire Shop.
I started by sketching some patterns and designs, then ran some quick small tests to see which I liked best. After narrowing it to these three designs, I asked for help from my Facebook friends to decide which sets to make. They had to be made in between previously committed projects and classes I was teaching.
The two selected designs were scaled up and made into 6″ sushi plates with matching sauce dishes.
When I posted results on my Facebook Page, my friend Katie offered sushi presses that Wayne (of Sticks & Stones) had made to go with my sets. A perfect addition, I happily accepted.
The sets are $95 each and consist of two plates that are 6″, two cute little sauce dishes that are 3.5″ to 4″ and the beautiful 3 part Sushi Press. A sweet set for two, I think it will be quite romantic using them! Or for family fare you’ll need two sets.
Click here to purchase the set above (Whirl Design on Black)
If you’d rather have the Whirl Design on white, you can purchase it by clicking this link.
I’ve given my time and talent, along with Wayne and Katie Cordrey to produce these beautiful sets. I hope you’ll consider purchasing one or two. 100% of your purchase price will go directly to relief efforts.
Did I tell you the carving on the sushi press is the Japanese character for ‘peace’?
Peace to you and yours. xoxoxo
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