2015 Haven Auction #62-Rachel Readman Engraved Glassware

[stroppygoblin]

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AUCTION LINK (http://www.ebay.com/itm/111663572229?rmvSB=true)


TheDarkTower.org (http://www.thedarktower.org/)is proud to be the site to auction this new, unique and fine Collectible item.
For your consideration is a set of four engraved glass tumblers. These designs will be exclusive to the Haven fund.
Four engraved glasses coming as a set in two presentation boxes which are black leatherette with blue satin lining and an engraved plate on the lid. The glasses were hand engraved by renowned artist Rachel Readman and also includes her signature and the year 2015 engraved on the base of each glass. Each glass is engraved in superb detail with a character from a novel by Stephen King.
The set incorporates:


Kurt Barlow (From 'salem's Lot)
Pennywise (From IT)
Mr Jingles (From the Green Mile)
JFK (From 11/22/63)

Thanks to Rachel Readman for once again generously contributing her time and talent to the Haven Fund.
NOTE: The items will be shipped directly from Rachel's Studio in the UK - they will be well packed to ensure safe delivery.




I have just received notification from Rachel that her final item for this years HF is ready for auction! There will be a small delay whilst we sort out shipping costs before the ebay Auction goes live, but in the meantime here is a little teaser :evil:


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[stroppygoblin]

Feel free to speculate... :)

[Randall Flagg]

This is the Grande Finale!

I love it.

[Merlin1958]

I'd be happy to pitch in in order to defray s/h costs from the UK, if it would help out.

[jsmcmullen92]

I'd be happy to pitch in in order to defray s/h costs from the UK, if it would help out.

I am willing to split the S/H with Bill if needed as well.

[stroppygoblin]

I'd be happy to pitch in in order to defray s/h costs from the UK, if it would help out.

Thanks Bill, Rachel is sorting this her end. Normally she ships to me but in this case it makes sense for her to ship direct. I'm just waiting on her to provide me with shipping quotes for US and UK. I will include these in the auction as it may not be a member who wins (BUT IT HAD DAMN WELL BETTER BE!!)

[Merlin1958]

I'd be happy to pitch in in order to defray s/h costs from the UK, if it would help out.

I am willing to split the S/H with Bill if needed as well.



I'd be happy to pitch in in order to defray s/h costs from the UK, if it would help out.

Thanks Bill, Rachel is sorting this her end. Normally she ships to me but in this case it makes sense for her to ship direct. I'm just waiting on her to provide me with shipping quotes for US and UK. I will include these in the auction as it may not be a member who wins (BUT IT HAD DAMN WELL BETTER BE!!)

Makes sense. My offer stands if it would be of help and thanks for offering to pitch in Mr. McMullen!!

[killjoy72]

Consider me teased!
That's a nice tray case. Can't wait to see what it actually is.

[webstar1000]

Love her stuff. Can't wait!

[Merlin1958]

Could it be a "Crimson King" sculpture?


Disclaimer: I have absolutely no knowledge nor, did I have anything directly to do with this donation. I am speculating just like anyone else. Simon & Rachel, can vouch for that fact.

[Theli]

Can't wait to see it!

[Lookwhoitis]

teasing is no fair :lol:

[stroppygoblin]

It is not a CK sculpture (box is nowhere big enough for a start)

I will make things crystal clear later on today... :evil:

[Lookwhoitis]

and the chance to have volunteers pay the shipping on a very heavy CK statue goes up in smoke... :cry:

[stroppygoblin]

and the chance to have volunteers pay the shipping on a very heavy CK statue goes up in smoke... :cry:

It's not a statue. (And it's not THAT heavy)

[stkmw02]

The box alone has me throwing money at the screen...

[stroppygoblin]

Last teaser pic before I put the auction up. (Sorry for the delay - I'm ensuring the auction finishes at a time that works for US and UK/European bidders)

1 of 4...
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[webstar1000]

k time to post Simon. Lets do this brther!

[killjoy72]

Ok Kris, now you are just misspelling things on purpose!:P

[stroppygoblin]

Good catch :) That will be $10 Kris :)

[stroppygoblin]

Auction goes live at 16:00 GMT - RF will post an official thread and I will update this one.

[webstar1000]

F(^*&^!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[stkmw02]

TAKE MY MONEY NOW!

[CRinVA]

I know, I know! The auction is up even though the link isn't here yet. Knowing that there is no way I'd win I placed the first bid anyways, just to be first I guess.

This is one cool item!

:-)

[amd013]

Well, I doubt I'll win it, (reduced the bid somewhat due to the shipping cost). I do like glassware. Would it be sacrilege if I actually used it? Love drinking stingers in the winter!

[webstar1000]

How is it up already?

[dnemec]

Well, I doubt I'll win it, (reduced the bid somewhat due to the shipping cost). I do like glassware. Would it be sacrilege if I actually used it? Love drinking stingers in the winter!

It WOULD be sacrilege to use it! But I may have to bid on these too. Lovely item, Rachel!

[stroppygoblin]

http://m.ebay.com/itm/111663572229

[webstar1000]

VERY COOL. Simon is this one of a kind?

[Lookwhoitis]

those are really cool!

[The Library Policeman]

Those are amazing!

[Randall Flagg]

I edited the first post to include the auction info, and changed the thread title.
Quick auction link:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/111663572229?rmvSB=true

[Theli]

My god are those beautiful! I especially love the Barlow and Mr. Jingles.

[stroppygoblin]

I edited the first post to include the auction info, and changed the thread title.
Quick auction link:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/111663572229?rmvSB=true

Thanks RF!

[Merlin1958]

I'm the high bidder!!! I really love these!! So unique and one of a kind!! I always try to raise the most for the HF, but I really hope these will remain in my price range!!

[Shannon]

Wonderful.

[George at C-Springs]

I've got a bookcase filled with over 450 shot glasses plus various steins and other glassware ... these would make a phenomenal addition.

[stkmw02]

I'm in LOVE with the Mr. Jingles glass!!! These are incredible, Rachel!!

[Dano]

So beautiful!!!

Dan

[mikeC]

Truly excellent.

[Rachel Readman]

:biggrin:

I'm so pleased and somewhat relieved with the reception these glasses have received.

I wanted to do something completely new and unique this year and I wasn't sure how everyone would feel about them but it appears they are quite a hit.

Great to see the support the Haven Fund has received once again and I am hopeful that the 15k goal can be reached. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for all your support and dedication!

Rachel X

[webstar1000]

They are super cool Rachel... I CANNOT wait for the Crimson King... that will be epic in every way!

[Patrick]

I hate when you guys outbid me on cool stuff like this. :P

[Merlin1958]

I probably shouldn't do this, but these are too nice and unique. I want to be the only guy on the block that has them.

Yes!!! High bidder!!!

[stroppygoblin]

I hate when you guys outbid me on cool stuff like this. :P

Then bid higher! :evil:

[Merlin1958]

I know I get criticized for doing this, but in this case the item should be commanding much more than $135!!! I really like it, but do not have the scratch at this time. This is a really unique item, folks!!! Get in there!!

[amd013]

I know I get criticized for doing this, but in this case the item should be commanding much more than $135!!! I really like it, but do not have the scratch at this time. This is a really unique item, folks!!! Get in there!!

I am the current high bidder. Like I mentioned in an earlier post, I will drink from them. I am biding on them as much for my love of glassware, as I am as a SK item. I think it would be a shame to not honor the beauty and uniqueness by not drinking from them. (granted, not on a regular basis, maybe once a year). So if you think this is sacrilege, I suggest you out bid me :P

PS: my current bid is my final bid, so it shouldn't be too hard to outbid me.

[T-Dogz_AK47]

This auction closes in just over 9 hours time!! :panic:

Get your bids in before it's too late!!! This is an absolutely fantastic item!!!


:clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::c lap:

[stroppygoblin]

I guarantee that this will be the ONLY chance to get work like this at such a low price - get your bids in folks!

[Rachel Readman]

Just over 2 hours to go!

This could be make or break for the 15k goal this year. I'll be putting in 120gbp from Palaver sculpture sales too so hopefully that will tip the balance in favour of this years goal. I really hope we make it.

I don't see any reason why the glasses can't be used for their expected purpose unless the winner feels they couldn't bring themselves to do so, which is OK too. Decorative or practical enjoyment, it's all good. Using a gentle dish soap or washing up liquid with a non abrasive cloth will be fine but I might suggest avoiding dishwashers or acidic/alkaline or strong detergents etc as a precautionary measure. I don't think any harm would come to the glasses or engravings whatever normal methods of washing were to be used as they are not transfers, paints or surface stickers. They are ground into the surface of the glass and non removable so are highly unlikely to wear in any way through normal use.

I look forward to seeing where the auction goes and shipping them out to the eventual winner. Good luck to all of you that are hoping to win the auction, I hope we can break that 15k mark...

[George at C-Springs]

Can I do the happy dance? Is it allowed? :nana:

[Theli]

Congrats George! You got one hell of a bad ass one of a kind item there! Only way to celebrate properly is with a glass of rye when they arrive.

[jonp]

Congratulations George. Very nice glasses. I hope the postal workers are very careful with them!

[stroppygoblin]

Congrats again George, I have let Rachel know the address details. :clap:

[Rachel Readman]

Congratulations on winning the auction George. I'll arrange shipping ASAP and let you know when they are on their way and when you can expect them to arrive with you. They will of course be packed well.

Massive thanks to everyone involved!

Rachel X

[George at C-Springs]

Congratulations on winning the auction George. I'll arrange shipping ASAP and let you know when they are on their way and when you can expect them to arrive with you. They will of course be packed well.

Massive thanks to everyone involved!

Rachel X

Thanks very much Rachel & Simon, this set is going to great with the rest of the glassware collection (I'll post a photo later ... you'll understand!)


Congrats George! You got one hell of a bad ass one of a kind item there! Only way to celebrate properly is with a glass of rye when they arrive.

Actually there's a drink called The Green Mile, I was thinking about doing that with the Mr. Jingles glass (1 oz melon liqueur, 3/4 oz Mailbu Rum, 1/4 oz Cointreau, 3 oz pineapple juice, if anyone is interested); either that or an RC Cola. For the JFK 11/22/63 glass it would have to be a Root Beer. For Pennywise it would have to be tea. For Barlow ... there's a drink called Vampire Blood (1.5 oz vodka, 1.5 oz pomegranate juice, 1.5 oz blood orange juice (1 blood orange), 1 tablespoon agave syrup, 1 lime wedge).

Yes, I've thought this out!

[stroppygoblin]

Wow! This will need photos!

[Rachel Readman]

OK now I'll HAVE to try some of those drinks out myself!

Definitely photos required.

[Theli]

Congratulations on winning the auction George. I'll arrange shipping ASAP and let you know when they are on their way and when you can expect them to arrive with you. They will of course be packed well.

Massive thanks to everyone involved!

Rachel X

Thanks very much Rachel & Simon, this set is going to great with the rest of the glassware collection (I'll post a photo later ... you'll understand!)


Congrats George! You got one hell of a bad ass one of a kind item there! Only way to celebrate properly is with a glass of rye when they arrive.

Actually there's a drink called The Green Mile, I was thinking about doing that with the Mr. Jingles glass (1 oz melon liqueur, 3/4 oz Mailbu Rum, 1/4 oz Cointreau, 3 oz pineapple juice, if anyone is interested); either that or an RC Cola. For the JFK 11/22/63 glass it would have to be a Root Beer. For Pennywise it would have to be tea. For Barlow ... there's a drink called Vampire Blood (1.5 oz vodka, 1.5 oz pomegranate juice, 1.5 oz blood orange juice (1 blood orange), 1 tablespoon agave syrup, 1 lime wedge).

Yes, I've thought this out!

Hahaha, now that's how it's done brother! Enjoy!

[Rachel Readman]

Shipping, sorted.