HAITI :: One-of-a-kind gifts

On the heels of yesterday's post, we'd like to offer the opportunity for others to enjoy Locson's art and our annual blown glass ornaments. All items below are for sale and are as unique as the person who made them. Each painting is an original signed by the artist (includes artist photo). Ornaments are hand-blown; color and design vary; quantities are limited.

Proceeds from the sale will benefit both the artist and The Red Thread's programs. What a fun and meaningful way to purchase something beautiful and know that you are making a global difference.

If you are interested in purchasing one of these items, please contact Sonya via email or call 614.316.9491. We will do our best to ship in time for Christmas delivery.

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2013 "HOPE" ORNAMENT

Despina Kalgaros, Lancaster, PA, USA

Hand-blown glass

$32 + shipping

Molds or other reproduction aids are never used
so each is a unique piece of glass art

Each ornament has the Chinese character for HOPE

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THE MARKET

Locson Petit-Homme, Duplan, Haiti

Acrylic on canvas, 13w x 36t"

$250 + shipping

The Market

The Market, detail

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HAITIAN SUN

Locson Petit-Homme, Duplan, Haiti

Acrylic on canvas, 13w x 36t"

$250 + shipping

Haitian Sun 

Haitian Sun, detail

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HUMAN SPIRIT

Locson Petit-Homme, Duplan, Haiti

Acrylic on canvas, 13w x 36t"

$250 + shipping

Human Spirit 

Human Spirit, detail 1 

Human Spirit, detail 2

The 2012 ornaments are here!

Hearts Galore (2012)

Every year we wait patiently (sometimes impatiently!) to see the new glass creation from Despina Kalgaros. This lovely lady, proprietor of Kalgaros Gallery in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, has faithfully created handmade ornaments for The Red Thread Promise since 2004. Each design incorporates a red thread of some sort. And each year we offer them to you. 

This year's beauty—Hearts Galore—reflects the essence of our organization: many hearts coming together for one purpose. 

If you are interested in purchasing an ornament for yourself or as a gift, please follow these simple steps:

• email kathy@redthreadpromise.org or call Kathy @ 817.320.6522
• specify the quantity of ornaments you'd like to order
• each ornament is $42 (includes regular shipping) 
• specify a shipping address
• pay via PayPal or check

Interested in previous ornaments? Check our our ornament gallery.

As always, thank you for your continued support!

Glass artist and long time supporter, Despina Kalgaros

Gifts that change a life

2011 - Red & Blue Candycane - 16 available

There is a fantastic artist in historic Lancaster, Pennsylvania who has been making limited edition hand-blown glass ornaments for The Red Thread Promise for the past 8 years. Every year, Despina—owner of Kalargyros Gallery and glass artist—creates a new design just for us. Since these beauties are hand-blown, no two ornaments are alike.

Many of you may already have one of these treasures in your collection. For those who don't, now is your chance. This is the first year that we have offered these ornaments online. They make great gifts for the holidays or a treat for yourself. If you are like Kathy, TRTP president, you hang them in front of a bright window for year round enjoyment!

Each one is $32 (+ $10 shipping) and comes in a gift box, ready for delivery to someone special. Each measures approximately 2 - 3" in diameter. Quantities are limited. Please email kathy@redthreadpromise.org if you would like to place an order. Please specify which style you would like in your email.

Proceeds from the sale will be used toward our various medical programs, benefitting children in China, Haiti and the United States. What better way to honor a loved one this holiday season?

2010 - Scarlet Orbs - SOLD OUT

2009 - Scarlet Fields Forever - 23 available

2008 - Scarlet Swirls - 3 available

2007 - Scarlet & White Drops - 25 available

(the blue is a reflection - spots are clear!)

2006 - Scarlet & Gold Flair - SOLD OUT

2005 - Scarlet Spiral - SOLD OUT

2004 - Scarlet & Green Wind - SOLD OUT