About 2 years ago I stumbled across the online blog of a girl who has cystic fibrosis. She received a double lung transplant in June of 05, and a second transplant in the fal of 06 to replace one lung. Recently she was diagnosed with chronic rejection, and placed on hospice care as there is nothing else they can do for her. She is only 21 years old. I found her story so compelling. Someone so young having so much strength and courage, it was truly an inspiration to me, and I created this:

The color for CF is purple, and it is sometimes called ‘65 Roses’ as little children cannot say Cystic Fibrosis. I plan to sell these pins at upcoming fairs and also will have them on etsy. All proceeds will be donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Also this month Dunkin Donuts is selling sneakers to write your name on for a dollar also as a fundraiser for CF. Please visit the CFF site to learn more and find ways you can help.

Also please keep Stephanie in your thoughts and prayers.

Another customer, Creative Spirit has created some lovely beads and jewelry using canes from the Claychicks Boutique:

Click on the photo to check out her shop! Getting to see all the wonderful and creative things people craft using our canes is one of the best parts! Plus all the fantastic artists we get to share a love of polymer clay with.