I’ve written before about Aji & Wings’ project to build their own home. They’ve spent the last 6 years in an ancient RV that is unsafe — They’ve had an electrical fire, problems with the well, and a basic lack of comfort and security, especially during winters.
They recently laid the cornerstone, but with winter fast approaching they’re about to have to delay the house building, and spend yet another winter in that RV. That’s unacceptable. Especially with Aji’s autoimmune disease and chronic conditions. Especially since Wings is finally getting care needed for his knees. A stable, well-built home is a necessity. I can’t imagine trying to negotiate a rickety RV when recovering from knee surgery, especially in the snow and ice of winter. We can help them with this.
For the month of August, they are doing single day flash sales of Wings’ work — every day, a new item is listed at 20% off, for that day only. Sales really help. If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of Wings’ work, here’s your chance. Bookmark and follow Aji’s blog for updates each day for what is on sale that day.
In addition to the silverwork, Wings’ is a talented photographer; his photos can be purchased matted and framed or as full size prints or as smaller (roughly 8x10) prints without frames. The 8x10 prints sell for $100 (plus s/h/i); full size prints sans matting/framing run $325-$375, and framed photos run $625 + $100 s/h/i (size including frame roughly 17.75”x20.25”) for the smaller ones; $775 + $125 s/h/i (size including frame roughly 18.5”x24.25”) for the larger ones. Aji showcases a new photo every Monday under “Monday Photo Meditation” (link goes to the most recent one).
How you can help:
Shares! They cost nothing, but help spread the word and get more eyes looking at the website, which can lead to sales, etc. Shares of Wings’ website, or shares from the YouCaring fundraiser — the YouCaring page has buttons for easy sharing on FaceBook or Twitter.
Amazon — They have an Amazon wishlist set up, which mostly contains items they need for the health of their rescue animals. This helps free up funds for other expenses.
Sales — Purchases from Wings Silverworks; Wings is an exceptionally talented silversmith and photographer.
Donations — to Aji in support of the writing she does at her blog or at tumblr.
YouCaring — Donations directly to the house fundraiser
Aji is a longtime member of Daily Kos, although as of late she's been posting on her own website, as well as working on writing her story. She's an activist, writing about Native issues, as well as a variety of other topics. Aji has helped fundraise for many DK users in need in the past. Wings is an artist - he does amazing silverwork, is greatly skilled with photography, and is an activist as well. It is truly a pleasure to work with him and Aji to commission a piece; what stones to use, imagery to incorporate, price range, etc. I've never been disappointed with the results.
Aji & Wings are always there for others in need, and are like family to me. I so want to help them make this a reality. Thank you for reading, and for helping in whatever way you can.