NEW- WAIT in Africa: an opportunity to be a part of our work!

Donate to our work in Africa!

 

As you know, WAIT is starting teams in Kenya and South Africa—and we want you to be a part of it!

 

We got some special handmade gifts as “thank you” offerings for those who want to be contributors to our America to Africa outreach. 

 

So, take a look at some of these beautiful items, and the suggested donations for each, and let us know if you would like to have a tangible reminder of the work to stop AIDS in this important area of the world.

 

 

*** At the moment, please order this merchandise via emailing waitmerch@gmail.com. Through correspondence, we will arrange the order. We have options such as billing you through paypal(if you have an account) or you can send a check/money order.

 

***Paypal shopping cart and Google Checkout Shopping Carts coming soon!

 

Fabric Art:

 

Brilliant colors and stylized one of a kind designs on fabric, suitable for framing. 

Scenes depict the daily life activities of traditional villages. 

 

 

Requested donation: $15for 11X15 size, $25 for 15X24 inch size.

Number in stock as of 2/27:

Smaller: 10

Larger: 7

 

Sizes: Small (11 by 15 inch) and large (15 by 24 inch)

Decorative Bowls:

Carved of soapstone, these bowls each contain scenes and patterns of traditional African origin.

Suggested donation: $10

Number in stock as of 2/27:

8 bowls

Bowls are 4” in diameter. 

Woven beaded leather bracelets: Delicate beading and braiding adorns these wristlets which attach with a snap. 

 

Suggested donation: $10

Number in stock as of 2/27:

Unknown, please contact for info

One size fits small to medium-large wrists

Keychains: Leather shapes, handpainted with typical scenes of Africa.  Or, choose a miniature drum to remember the complex rhythms of the continent.

 

Suggested donation: $7

Number in stock as of 2/27:

Unknown, please contact for info

About one cubic inch for drum, and 2 inches long for scenic keychain.

Wood sculptures:  Hand-carved giraffes, each unique, can be used alone or in pairs.

Suggested donation: $20, or $35 for a pair.

            

Number in stock as of 2/27:

2

about 12 inches tall

Carved wooden masks: Single or pair.  Dramatic use of line and color in these hand-carved masks create a powerful visual focus, whether hung or in a horizontal display. 

Suggested donation: $35 each, $60 for both.

Number in stock as of 2/27:

3

About 8 inches by 5 inches with 11/2 inch curve

Rhino, carved by the traditional artisans of the Kamba tribe. 

Suggested donation: $30

Number in stock as of 2/27: 0, check back or preorder

 

A roaring Lion is captured in wooden glory, carved by traditional workmen.

 

  Suggested donation: $35

Number in stock as of 2/27: 0, check back or preorder

 

A trumpeting Elephant is a traditional sign of good luck the world over.  The hand-carved statue

Suggested donation: $40

Number in stock as of 2/27: 0, check back or preorder

stands 7 inches long and 6 inches tall. 

Handpainted Leather Stools: Three legged frame supports a comfortable leather seat for a memorable and artistic addition to a room. Perfect for musicians. Choose from three designs, above. 

Suggested donation: $50

Number in stock as of 2/27:

3

 

Assembled chair is 18 inches tall, seat is 15 inches on each side.

 

 

Message bracelets:  Colorful beadwork adorns these leather bracelets, in various geometric or message forms.  Sturdy bracelets snap in the back.  Specify colors or message: Africa, Jambo, Kenya. 

Suggested donation: $10

 

 

 

Number in stock as of 2/27:

Unknown, please contact for info

One size fits small to medium-large wrists

Beaded spirals: Wire spirals create a multi-bangle effect and can be combined for special effect.

Suggested donation: $7 each.

Number in stock as of 2/27:

Unknown, please contact for info

Fits all

Bookmarks:

Remember the living treasures of Africa with these wildlife bookmarks made of leather and handpainted to depict your choice of Rhino, Lion, Elephant, Cheetah or Ostrich.

 

  Suggested donation: $5. 

Number in stock as of 2/27:

Unknown, please contact for info

About 6 inches

Wrought Copper Bracelet:
Intricately patterned copper bracelets slip on and can be expanded to any size wearer.

Suggested donation: $15

Number in stock as of 2/27:

Unknown, please contact for info

Fits all

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