2011 Chair Affair

Keosha Tells her story....

One of the many NW Furniture Bank recipients shared her touching story of what receiving furniture meant to her and her family.

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Captain's Chair

This nautical chair along with exquisite “Stormy Seas” pattern quilt by artist, Julie Day, will remind you to sit down, cozy up and schedule your sunset cruise! Your party of 8 people will board the beautiful “Watermark” in Gig Harbor for a mid-week, Puget Sound cruise. Captain Rick Ellingson and co-captain, Betsy along with first mates, Paul and Sheri Page will provide you with a scenic cruise, great service, yummy food, and libations. A group photo will be taken on the cruise to remember the fun! (mutually agreed upon date in August of 2011).

Sitting in the Garden

This unique wooden garden bench handcrafted by, Dr. Mike Martin will look lovely nestled in a special spot in your garden. Included is a gorgeous pot of flowers, a $25.00 gift certificate to Watson’s nursery, an original, hand-crafted birdhouse, mossy spring flower feature on “seasoned” cement pedestal, garden gloves, hat. Let the gardening season begin!

Play Chair and Legoland

You have never seen a chair like this because there has never been a chair like this! This amazing Lego chair is the masterpiece of Certified Lego artist Dan Parker and his team at “City Blocks”. A photo book chronicles the creation of the chair. More Lego adventure is included in this package with 4 Hopper tickets to LEGOLAND & SEALIFE aquarium in Carlsbad, CA. On your family travels in California enjoy dinner for four at the “Old Spaghetti Factory”. Your “kid friendly” package also includes an automatic M & M dispenser.

Sitting Pretty

Sitting pretty and sleeping soundly!!!This 1927 antique dental chair is just brimming with “character”. Continue to refurbish this unique chair plan to use it just as it is.It would make an interesting store prop, window display or unique seating at your vacation home. Fall in love with the chair and then prepare to be pampered! This package includes an overnight stay for two at the renowned Inn at the Market in Seattle. (not valid June-Sept/Valentines weekend or New Years Eve. Expires April 30,2012) Return to Tacoma for a wonderful array of services including a $100.00 gift certificate to Pacific Grill Restaurant, $100.00 gift certificate to A Biella Spa, Champagne & $100.00 gift certificate to Metropolitan Market, gift certificate for 1 private session/6 mat classes at Pilates Body in Motion,$100.00 gift certificate to Museum Quality Framing.

Slice, Eat, and Sip!

Slice, sit, sip and SLEEP! Get ready to enjoy a Suncadia get-a-way! These two amazing chairs are handcrafted by artist, Dave Krussow, from actual wine barrel staves. Sit in style while you enjoy the abundant variety of wines included in this package along with a unique cork top wine barrel table and storage. Schedule your overnight stay for two at the Suncadia Lodge, enjoy breakfast at their Portals restaurant, and a round of golf for four at the Suncadia Prospectors golf course. (not valid on holidays.)

Sittin' By the Dock of the Bay

Sit in these indestructible green Adirondack chairs and plan your adventure to the San Juans! Three nights in a beautiful Roche Harbor condominium that sleeps four. This condo is within walking distance of the marina with access to pool and tennis. (Not available July or August-expires June, 2012). 

This package includes a private airplane ride from the Gig Harbor airport to Roche Harbor. (same day drop off/pick up-expires August 30, 2011) This flight could be used as one way transportation to or from your extended condo stay- or- as a separate round trip same day flight to enjoy Roche Harbor for an entirely different visit. Seaside candle lantern included.

Chairman of the Board

Kick back in this rustic wood chair as you ponder your outdoor family adventure in the Cascade Mountains! This includes a one week stay in a beautiful vacation home in Ronald, WA (near CleElum) This 6 bedroom/4 bath home will house the whole family for fun in any season! Home includes use of a pool table, darts, foosball and game table. Winter fun includes nearby ice skating, sledding, snowmobiling and skiing. Summer fun at nearby Lake CleElum for swimming, jet skiing, sun bathing, and................paddling your new board! Be on the cutting edge of fun as you take to the water on your beautiful red and white striped Stand Up Paddle board. Included with the 11’6” board is a travel case, customizable paddle with 3 handle options, and 2 playful tee-shirts to remind you to embrace the “Hang Loose Lifestyle!” The outdoor adventure continues with an introductory fly fishing class for two people (4 hours) through the Fly Shop of Gig Harbor. Includes insulated picnic bag and 2 striped beach towels.

Reserved Seating

This pair of collector quality antique theatre seats with marked Heywood Wakefield stamp have an intricate art deco motif on the cast iron bases. Add character to your media room, entry way, business waiting room and then get ready head to Seattle for an amazing theatre get-a-way! Tickets for 2 to the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle on Saturday, May 21st to see “Guys and Dolls” on stage. Parking is included.

The fun continues after the show as you enjoy “The Martini Package at the Mayflower Park Hotel” Deluxe room accommodations for two people for one night. Two Classic Martini’s and appetizer’s for two in Oliver’s Lounge. Special Martini gift from the hotel. (Includes parking. Must be used as a whole/cannot be replaced if lost/cannot be used with other promotions.)

Executive Seating

The ultimate work and play package! You know you have always wanted a classic, ergonomic Herman-Miller Aeron Chair and now is your moment! Be exceedingly comfortable from 9 to 5 while you make those executive decisions. While you’re hard at work get some fresh paint! Tracy’s Quality Painting will give you 8 hours of custom painting. Change up your office color or use at home and then........Get ready to play! After hours fun when you meet friends or family at the new baseball stadium. This package includes reserved tickets for 4 to a Raniers game (Sunday-Thursday games), Rainiers backpack, 4 Rainiers baseball hats and 2 quality tee shirts. Get out and enjoy baseball at the new stadium!

Hot Seat

The Museum of Glass and their talented artists in the hot shop have done it again! The hot shop team composed of: Ben Cobb, Niko Dimitrijevic, Gabe Feenan, Sarah Gilbert and Heather Cornelius have designed and created this amazing, ruby colored glass treasure of an overstuffed chair with button back detail. Includes a photo book of the artists-in-action creating this special chair. Take this priceless jewel home and love it forever!

This includes an overnight stay for two in the Tacoma’s finest hotel, the glass filled, Hotel Murano. Dinner for two out on the town at the “Over the Moon” café located in the historic Opera Alley in the Theatre district of Tacoma.