A Tribute to You

Alhamdulillah, the first Little Smiles Project sales were a success.  We managed to raise $284.00 for Islamic Relief Canada with the help of Allah Subhanahu Ta'la.  Mashallah!  Jazakallah Khair to everyone who contributed.  May Allah (swt) reward you all and protect us from riyah.  Ameen.

All of the Norah Dolls and Olive Babies were sold.  Yay!  Jazakallah Khair to all of you who purchased them!   There are a few sisters who have ordered more dolls and plush globes, so I will contact you when they are ready, inshallah.  For those of you who are interested in purchasing some more of any stuffed goods, please contact me at down2earthsmiles@yahoo.com or littlesmilesboutique@gmail.com.

 "Ric Rac Dinos" by Little Smiles

Two sided dinosaurs with ric rac scales!  So cute!

Also, Ric Rac Dinos were on sale at our table.   Each dinosaur is $12.  Currently I have 2 available (2 others were sold alhamdulillah).  

A special thanks goes to my young artists who created some wonderful works of art all by themselves, mashallah.  Way to go!  They made lovely hand-decorated wooden boxes, Islamic framed art, and amazing hand-crafted Eid gift bags.   Also, we had some young bakers bring in homemade goodies.  There were yummy frosted assorted cupcakes as well as wholesome organic gluten-free cookies.  Jazakallah Khair kiddos!  They were deeelicious, mashallah!  (Sorry, I forgot to take pictures of the yummy creations...next time, inshallah).  May Allah (swt) reward them all for their hard work and make them the coolness of their parents'and elders' eyes!  Ameen! (Moms of the young artists/baker: please let your children know that I am ever grateful of their generosity!)  Well done kids, mashallah!

Jazakallah Khair to Michelle from Mahabbah.  The super unique hijab pins and pin cushions were a hit, mashallah.  All the items were handcrafted and designed by her.  Please visit the Mahabbah on etsy.com for more creative pins and accessories.  

Last but not least, I would like to thank the TMH family!  JAZAKALLAHU KHAIRAN!  Without you guys, this project wouldn't exist.  I have always dreamed of doing something to help those less fortunate than us but never knew how.  I would follow all the TMH threads quietly and sometimes not so quietly (lol...) but I was observing and learning from the many talented and generous moms in this support group.  One thing I learned was that you are all so inspirational in your very own unique and individual ways.  Whenever there was a need, all of you were ready to support a great cause and work together to make it happen.  Mashallah!

So, when the Little Smiles Project idea came to me just a few weeks ago, I didn't hesitate to throw that concept out onto the Yahoo Group.  I knew I could turn to all of you for support and help.  Alhamdulillah, that is what I received.   I really appreciate it from the bottom of my heart.  It's your encouragement and duas that go a long way.  May Allah (swt) bless your families and fulfill all your homeschooling endeavours.  Ameen.

Inshallah, I will continue to sell handmade goods at the meetings and from home so please pass the word to your family and friends.  If you have any materials you would like to donate such as bright colourful fabrics, polyester filling (I need), buttons, and other notions, please email me at down2earthsmiles@yahoo.com.  Inshallah, I can use them for upcoming projects for this cause.

Again, Jazakallah Khair to all and please continue to make dua for all your neighbours, local and global!

Until next time...

Wassalaam,
Umme Maryam