Opens Friday, November 28 at 12:00 noon ET.
Closes Saturday, November 29 at 12:00 noon ET
Opening Bids Included
Sneak-a-Peek Appetizer Auction Rules and Information:
- Contact Leslie Spoone at 407-678-0075 or 407-678-4163 or email lesliespoone@cfl.rr.com with your bid. Please provide your name, phone number, email, item number and bid amount. Bids must be in $5.00 increments.
- Leslie will send out Appetizer Auction information communicating the high bid on each item at 5:00pm ET, 8:00pm ET and 9:00am ET each day. Billing for both the Sneak-a-Peek and Holiday auction will take place starting on Monday, December 1st for all the winning purchases. The auction items need to be paid for by December 19.
ACB Auction Disclaimer
The American Council of the Blind conducts fundraising auctions to provide financial support for our programs and services. We thank those individuals, organizations, and businesses who donate items for our auctions. We make every effort to ship purchased items in a timely manner. However, due to various circumstances beyond our control, it may not be possible for items to be shipped or to arrive by a specific date. Only residents of the United States are permitted to bid in this auction. To participate as a bidder, we ask that you be courteous to one another, to those who are conducting the auction and to those who will be contacting the winning bidders to arrange for payment.
It is expected that any winning bidder will, after being contacted by anyone connected to the auction, provide proper billing information prior to the auction item being sent to them.
If we do not successfully collect the bid amount, we reserve the right to repurpose the item to the benefit of ACB. Any individual that does not comply with these rules will be prohibited from continuing to bid in this auction and may be prohibited from participating in any future auction.
Sneak-a-Peek Appetizer Auction Items Day One
301 Movie Extravaganza Package
Donated by ACB Associate Director of Development Jo Lynn Bailey-Page
Opening Bid $30
Enjoy using this $50 Regal Cinemas gift card to watch the latest audio-described movies with some friends or family. Plus, that’s not all, enjoy some goodies to go along with your movie!
302 See’s Ceramic Big Mug and See’s Cooler
Donated by Leslie Spoone
Opening Bid $20
You will enjoy sipping your morning coffee or hot cocoa from the stylish See’s sleek 20 oz ceramic mug. Chill out with the reusable sable cooler bag. It carries up to six, one-pound assortments. Add your own ice packs to keep your See’s treats cool. Use it as a stylish tote or fill it with See’s favorites for a sweet present. It is approximately 12 inches by 11.8 inches by 7 inches and candy is not included.
303 Handmade Hoop Earrings
Donated by Becky Hawkins
Opening Bid $20
You will look stunning wearing this pair of hoop earrings. Each earring has three small beads: one white, one gold, and one dark-colored bead strung along the bottom of the hoop. The earrings are simple and delicate in appearance and will dress up any ensemble.
304 Blind Girl Designs Flower Heart Cane Crewneck Sweatshirt
Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter
Opening Bid $30
This is such a colorful print! I took my white cane and twisted it at the joints to the shape of a heart, including the strap, then hand drew a whole bunch of daisies in a mixture of yellow, pink, aqua and purple inside the heart and some have spilled over outside the heart as well. This is a fun and playful print. This cozy heavyweight crewneck sweatshirt has banded sleeves and bottom. It is made from cotton poly and will not shrink. Please wash this inside out to protect the ink and feel free to put it in a hot tumble dryer in order to make it nice and fluffy! These sweatshirts come in unisex sizing, youth, small through large, adult small through 5-XL, tall large through 3-XL. Enjoy your Blind Girl Designs!
305 Tantalizing Homemade Candy
Donated by Patty Slaby
Opening Bid $40
This scrumptious homemade candy will make your get together with friends even sweeter! You may select one type of homemade candy or three different kinds. You will receive 60 pieces of candy in total from a selection of:
peanut butter balls, chocolate covered potato chips, rum balls, dipped pretzels, bugles dipped in chocolate and many, many others. Patty will contact you for your selections.
306 $50 Gift Card to the Blind Kitchen
Donated by Debra Erickson, Executive Chef and Founder of The Blind Kitchen
Opening Bid $30
Welcome to The Blind Kitchen where adaptive tools, helpful strategies, and specialized knowledge are provided to blind and vision-impaired people who want to cook safely, confidently, and independently. Debra Erickson is the Executive Chef and Founder of The Blind Kitchen where she will help you enjoy splurging on either yourself or someone special with this gift card!
307 Two Children’s Books in Print / Braille
Donated by Terry Pacheco ACB Board of Director
Opening Bid $20
Two delightful children’s books featuring both print and Braille. Make shared reading accessible, whether it's a blind parent reading to a sighted child, or a sighted adult sharing stories with a blind child. The Alphabet Picture Book by Usborne introduces letters with engaging illustrations and tactile Braille, perfect for early learners. Night-Night Forest Friends by Annie Bach is a bedtime story featuring woodland creatures winding down for sleep, a soothing favorite for little ones. Durable hard covers and thick pages ideal for small hands, Dual-format text: Braille and large print for inclusive reading, encourage literacy, bonding, and accessibility with these charming books that bring stories to life for every child.
308 Logitech Wired Headset, Stereo Headphones with Noise-Cancelling Microphone
Donated by Dan Spoone
Opening Bid $30
These stereo headphones are black and have a noise-cancelling microphone, USB connection and In Line Controls. The PC headphones with plush, padded headband and ear cups provide optimum comfort. A rotating microphone minimizes background noise to provide noise-cancelling qualities resulting in clearer calls.
309 Handmade lap Blanket
Donated by Nancy Mereno
Opening Bid $30
Enjoy snuggling up with this handmade lap blanket in shades of purple. The blanket measures 41 inches by 37 inches. What a fantastic way to stay warm on a chilly night with your favorite beverage!
310 Regina's Holiday Sugar Cookies
Donated by KCB Next Generation
Opening Bid $30
Get into the holiday spirit and experience joy with every bite. These sugar cookies are made from scratch and decorated like works of art. Shapes may include snowman, Christmas tree, present, stocking, candy cane, star, reindeer, and a Merry Christmas plaque. These would be perfect for your holiday party or given individually to coworkers, teachers, or anyone you wish to share the holiday spirit with this year.
311 Puppy Love in Color Painting
Made by Lena Regina and Donated by Pat Tusing
Opening Bid $20
This bright and cheerful 3 by 3-inch acrylic painting captures the playful spirit of an adorable, curly-haired pup. Using a pointillism-inspired technique, the fur comes to life with warm golden-yellow tones, accented by lively pinks and oranges. Though the dots create the illusion of texture, the surface remains smooth. The puppy’s expressive black eyes sparkle with charm, while its red tongue with a hot pink undertone adds an extra touch of personality.
312 Aromatherapy Diffuser Locket Chain Necklace Set
Handmade and donated by Keri Bishop of Tucson, AZ
Opening Bid $25
Breathe in calm wherever you go while wearing this 22-inch stainless steel chain featuring a sleek half-inch diffuser locket. The front of the locket is patterned with cut-out holes forming the image of a horse’s head, allowing both the fragrance and the colorful felt pad inside to show through. The locket unscrews to reveal the felt pad and just add a drop or two of essential oil and enjoy your own personal aromatherapy all day long. This set includes five essential oils to match every mood: Earthy Patchouli, Clean and clarifying Eucalyptus, Refreshing Mint and Eucalyptus blend, Bright and citrusy Orange and Sweet and fruity Raspberry. Also included are spare felt pads in a variety of colors and they can be interchangeable for both scent and style.
313 Solar Firefly Lights
Donated by Pat Tusing
Opening Bid $20
Enjoy having these Solar Garden Lights that vary in length and have a more Layered Look. These solar garden firefly lights have a highly flexible wire and heavy-duty bulb base, featuring greater flexibility and swing angle. When the wind blows, the solar garden lights sway with it, just as real fireflies were dancing in the courtyard. The solar lights outdoor decor are specially designed to withstand bad weather conditions and the 600mAh high-capacity rechargeable battery lasts longer than other LED solar patio lights. The outdoor solar lights can light up for 10-12 hours during all night after 6-8 hours solar charged in day even if it is a cloudy or rainy day.
314 Madame Alexander Portrettes Little Mermaid 10- Inch Doll
Donated by Melanie Alt Sinohui
Opening Bid $25
The doll has curly light brown hair and is dressed in an elaborate gown with layers of teal, blue, and purple fabrics trimmed in gold. There are accents such as a gold starfish at the waist and blue flowers on the dress. The doll has facial features painted with bright red lips and blue eyes. The dress layers over the mermaid tail which is in the same fabric as the dress.
315 Virtual Reiki Treatment
Donated by Inner Sight Reiki & Meditation
Opening Bid $30
Treat yourself to a soothing virtual Reiki session with Tammy Robbins, Reiki Master Practitioner. Reiki is a gentle, energy-based practice that promotes relaxation, balance, and well-being. Tammy combines Reiki, chakra balancing, and guided meditation to create a deeply calming experience from the comfort of your home.
316 $50 Amazon Gift Card
Donated by Arkansas Council of the Blind
Opening Bid $30
It is time to treat yourself to something special and here’s a gift card to help you do it. $50 in spending at Amazon!
317 Homemade Caramel Brownies
Donated by Judy Okraski
Opening Bid $30
Enjoy this 8 X 11-inch pan of homemade scrumptious caramel brownies. Savor them alone or share them with some friends over the holidays!
318 Carry Compact Stool
Donated by Connie Jacomini
Opening Bid $30
The mini max is a stylish multipurpose folding and portable telescopic stool. It has a weight limit of 275 pounds. Wow, this stool will be great to have for all those household chores!
319 Traveling Carry-On Bag
Donated by The Literacy Project
Opening Bid $30
Enjoy having this carry-on design bag which is best for quick trips without the hassle of checking luggage. This bag measures 13.4 by 14.2 by 9.5 inches, including wheels. It will fit in the overhead bins or under the seat. The interior will keep essentials organized with a main compartment with four zippered pockets and a front pocket with three slots and one zippered pocket. This bag is easy to maneuver with two in-line skate wheels and a four-point lift handle. The sleek design of this travel luggage offers a modern and professional look. What a fantastic gift to give to the traveling person in your life!
320 Handcrafted Necklace
Donated by Becky Hawkins
Opening Bid $20
Enjoy showing off this approximately 12-inch necklace. The necklace has a strand of dark, shiny beads which are spherical, uniform in size and there is a metallic clasp. The necklace is gold in color at the top. The overall look is elegant and will dress up any outfit for any occasion!
321 COSORI Air Fryer Pro Smart
Donated by Carl Richardson
Opening Bid $50
Enjoy this 5.8-quart air fryer which can roast and bake. The fryer has a 3-Way control and a 12-in-1 customizable function. The basket is detachable, and it works with Alexa & Google Assistant. You can get online recipes. This would make a fantastic gift for the chef in your household!
322 Fall Tree Berry Hoodie
Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter
Opening Bid $30
Fall in love with fall - the wonderful smells, the pumpkins, and the leaves, turning from green to yellow, orange and red. This inspired our autumn tree print and we have created three colorful trees in a cluster. The sturdy trunk of each tree is a different white cane. The branches sprout from the sturdy white canes. The first tree has an oval shape and beautiful yellow leaves with brown branches. The second tree has fiery red leaves again with of course, brown branches sprouting from the white cane and the last tree is also oval, but a little bit wider, and it is that beautiful orange color that we see only during the fall season and it will make you think of pumpkins, which is nature’s original orange color! Altogether with wonderful contrasting backgrounds from the t-shirts and hoodies, this is just a beautiful print, and you will feel the urge for hot cocoa or a spiced cider to celebrate! This hoodie comes in size small through five XL. Youth size is small through large. Tall sizes large through three XL. The winner gets to pick their size. The hoodie has a drawstring at the hood, a pouch pocket in the bottom front and banding on the cuffs and the bottom. Please do not size up as it is generous and is cotton poly so will not shrink. You should wash inside out to protect the ink and dry inside out in a hot dryer to make it nice and fluffy. We hope you enjoy this Blind Girl Design as much as we enjoyed creating it! www.blindgirldesigns.com
323 Matching Angel Napkins and Hot Pads
Donated by Cathy Schmitt Whitaker’s mom, Harriet Schmitt
Opening Bid $25
You will enjoy using this matching set of six napkins. They are approximately 14 by 14 inches and two hot pads which are 8 inches by 8 inches. The hand-crafted napkins and hot pads have a dark blue background with yellow star constellations. There are varying angels in red and green dresses, white wings, and all are holding presents. Wow, this matching set will dress up your table for the holidays!
324 Christmas Tree Mini Waffle Maker
Donated by Dan Spoone
Opening Bid $20
You will enjoy sprucing up your breakfast routine with the Dash Christmas Tree Mini Waffle Maker! This version of the classic Dash Mini Waffle Maker creates four delicious waffles and ready to decorate with a Christmas tree print on one side. Wow, what a fantastic treat to share with your family over the holidays!
325 Homemade Double Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Made by Linda Allison and donated by Tennessee Council of the Blind
Opening Bid $40
These homemade peanut butter cookies have a generous helping of peanut butter and milk chocolate chips, and they are very addictive. For your enjoyment, you will receive two dozen cookies, packaged fresh and shipped to the winner. What a treat to have with your favorite beverage and to share with either friends or family! Linda will also include an extra surprise in this package.
326 Lady’s Perfume Atomizer
Donated by Dan Lovell
Opening Bid $25
You will enjoy this lady’s perfume atomizer which is made of Black Mother of Pearl. You should be careful when lifting out the pump spray since it is fragile. There’s no perfume in it so you will need to unscrew the cap and fill it with whatever perfume you like to wear! What a fantastic gift for that special person in your life!
327 Upcycled Denim Purse
Hand crafted and donated by Keri Bishop of Tucson, Arizona
Opening Bid $25
This handcrafted purse is a true work of art. Once a pair of denim pants, it has been thoughtfully upcycled and transformed into a stylish and eco-friendly accessory. The fabric features a tan background with a bold black and white striped tropical leaf pattern, giving the bag a touch of tropical elegance with modern flair. The body of the purse comes from the upper part of the jeans. The double handles are sturdy with one on each side and they are sewn from the legs, creating a design that’s both practical and creative. With its unique backstory and careful craftsmanship, this one-of-a-kind piece is as sustainable as it is fashionable. You will love showing off this purse which is from ordinary jeans to an extraordinary fashion statement!
328 Bell & Howell Resistance Band Kit
Donated by Connie Jacomini
Opening Bid $30
Enjoy working out with this ten-piece fitness kit. The kit comes with different resistance bands, handle grips, ankle straps, and door anchor. What a great way to start your fitness journey!
329 Praying Through the Seasons
Donated by Ann Harrison
Opening Bid $20
Enjoy having this book in a PDF format from author Ann Harrison. The book includes the Seven Aspects of Prayer and Communion with God. It’s a short devotional with a guiding Bible verse, a devotional thought, a creative challenge, and a journal reflection prompt in each chapter.
330 $50 Starbucks Gift Card
Donated by Leslie Spoone
Opening Bid $30
Everyone loves a good cup of coffee. It’s even better with some friends or family members over some laughs! As an extra bonus, Starbucks has goodies to eat. Bid so you can enjoy all the delicious choices from a great coffee establishment.
331 Handcrafted Bracelet
Donated by Becky Hawkins
Opening Bid $20
The bracelet is made of small brownish and gray stones. It is approximately 9 inches long with a gold circular clasp on one end and a gold bar on the other end. What a fantastic gift to give to someone special in your life!
332 Two Dozen Homemade Shortbread Cookies
Donated by Deb Trevino and Delaware Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired
Opening Bid $40
Enjoy two dozen fresh-baked mouth-watering authentic shortbread cookies guaranteed to explode on your palate with luscious buttery goodness. These are great with milk, hot chocolate, coffee, or your favorite tea. Next to Walker's, these are the best I've ever tasted.
333 One 30-ounce Can of All-Natural Cougar Gold Cheese
Donated by Andrea DeKlotz
Opening Bid $30
The winner will receive one 30 ounce can of all-natural Cougar Gold Cheese, made inhouse at the Washington State University Creamery, in the flavor of their choice. Flavors include Cougar Gold Cheddar, Natural Cheddar, Smoky Cheddar, Viking, (similar to Jack) Dill Garlic, Sweet Basil, Hot Pepper, and Crimson Fire. Cheese is shipped cold and should be refrigerated immediately.
334 COBOXOY Jewelry Box
Donated by Melissa Dubose
Opening Bid $30
This eye-catching leather jewelry box has a smooth metal buckle for easy opening and closing of the 3 layers. It has soft velvet lining, quality and sturdy construction for durability and style. It measures 6.7 inches by 9 inches and is 5 inches high.
335 Black Clutch Purse
Donated by Tesse Kelly
Opening Bid $20
Enhance your outfit with this elegant black handbag featuring a beautiful tassel. This bag is perfect for any occasion!
336 Women’s Black Wallet
Donated by Joanne Hanley
Opening Bid $20
Enjoy this 8 inch by 5 inch black faux leather wallet which has a beautiful, multi-colored lining. It has space for a checkbook, credit cards, and a zipper pocket for cash. There is another smaller pocket for a key fob and 2 clear picture areas for license or photo ID. You won't need anything else with this multi-functional wallet!
337 Room2Room Portable Blender
Donated by Marsha Bukala
Opening Bid $20
This mini blender is great to have for the person on the go! This Room2room brand portable blender is compact, lightweight, and USB rechargeable. It slips easily into your bag or backpack. Just add fruit, press one button, and blend fresh juice!
338 Homemade Twin Quilt by Tolstoy Christian Quilters
Donated by Leslie Spoone
Opening Bid $30
This beautiful twin size quilt is mainly red and black with a farm theme. The ties are red, and the back is all black. The blocks on the quilt are plain black, red with a white and black pattern and the white squares have pictures of things you would find on a farm. Example: windmills, cows, pigs, hens, roosters, sayings of farm fresh, etc. This would look lovely on a twin size bed or a day bed. Enjoy wrapping yourself up in it while watching a movie and drinking hot chocolate!
339 Dodow Sleep Aid
Donated by Melissa Dubose
Opening Bid $20
Dodow is a natural, drug-free sleep aid device that uses a combination of light projection and guided breathing to help users fall asleep faster. The small, touch-sensitive device projects a calming, blue light onto the ceiling, which expands and contracts. Users synchronize their breathing with the light's pulses, inhaling as it grows and exhaling as it shrinks, to slow their heart rate and relax the mind. Dodow automatically shuts off after either an 8 or 20-minute session, leaving the user in a state conducive to natural sleep.
340 Create a Unique Cookie Experience
Donated by Jack Pinnock of Dreamie Cookies
Opening Bid $30
You will enjoy creating your own unique cookie experience with this customized 4-pack of 2.5-ounce cookies. (You will receive two boxes of cookies). The flavors include milk chocolate chips, white chocolate chip, raisins, walnuts, sugar, red velvet, and oatmeal. Enjoy the freedom to create your own delicious combination of flavors!
341 Embellished Zip Top Canvas Tote
Donated by Connie Jacomini
Opening Bid $25
Enjoy this beige zip-top cotton canvas tote. The tote has a pink beaded floral Handle design and a pink base. This tote measures 20.5 inches by 13.5 inches by 6.5 inches. What a fantastic gift to give to that person on the go!
342 Mantle Stocking Holder with Stocking
Donated by Melissa Dubose
Opening Bid $20
You will enjoy this ceramic statue of a little boy hanging his holiday stocking by the fireplace and it has a hook to hang a stocking off of. The stocking is included. What a great conversational piece to have for the holidays!
343 $100 VISA Gift Card
Donated by Allan Peterson
Opening Bid $60
You can use this card anytime either dining or doing some shopping for yourself or someone special in your life!
344 Homemade Chocolate Chip Bread
Donated by Becky Hawkins
Opening Bid $30
You will love this delicious homemade chocolate chip bread. The bread is decadent and will melt in your mouth! What a treat to share with friends or family over the holidays!
345 White and Gold Stylus
Made and Donated by Dan Lovell
Opening Bid $25
This is a computer stylus made of stone. The stone is white with gold matrix. The stylus has a soft mesh metal tip and gold finished hardware.
346 See’s Candies Assorted Lollypops
Donated by Sharon Morrison
Opening Bid $25
Flavor-rich down to the very last lick. Made with dairy-fresh butter, heavy cream and flavored with real vanilla, Colombian coffee, rich chocolate, and butterscotch. Approximately 30 per box. What a scrumptious treat to have for yourself or share with some friends!
347 Embroidered Apron
Donated by Terry Keyson of Braille Wear
Opening Bid $25
Protect your clothing while you cook by wearing this lovely knee-length red apron with two front pockets. It has customized embroidery that is both visual and tactile. The embroidered wording on the front of the apron in print and braille is “Cooking is Loving “. Wow, your chef will look fantastic with this apron for the holidays!
348 Mary Kay Satin Hands Set
Donated by Nancy Folsom
Opening Bid $30
This 3-step process will leave your hands and feet feeling soft, smooth, and luxurious! The Satin Hands set softens, exfoliates, and moisturizes each time you use it. This set is great for guys and gals to help keep your hands healthy! You will love how great your hands feel! You can use it on your feet as well.
349 Pampered Chef pie set
Donated by Christina Brino
Opening Bid $30
You will love serving your pie in this Pampered Chef pie set which includes:
Pampered Chef stone pie plate, our pie crust mix, our new silicone pie design mold, our half pie pans which you can also store your half pie and a pie server. Wow, everyone will want to come over to your house for your pies!
350 Chocolate Peanut Butter Buckeyes
Donated by Dan Spoone
Opening Bid $40
Enjoy this 48-piece box of chocolate peanut butter buckeyes. These are packed in an Ohio State Themed Buckeye box. What a yummy treat to share with friends or enjoy yourself!
Don't forget to sneak a peek at our Appetizer Auction Day Two on November 29, 2025.
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