by Noella Noelophile®
Gifted chef/artisan Tamiza Teja has a special Christmas memory to share.
But besides looking back, she’s also looking towards the future–and a fun Christmas custom which her family observes, every year.
I won’t spoil it by saying what! But I will tell you that she has something else special to which everyone can look forward, this Thursday, December 13th.
At her artisan bakery/”foodie” gift boutique Tamiza’s Treats, nonprofit Delta Delta Delta Socal Sleighbell is hosting a Vendor Night Fundraiser this Thursday evening, December 13th, from 6:30 to 9:30.
And not only will it be a great opportunity to shop for unique Christmas gifts–it’s for a fantastic cause.
Vendor Night supports Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Hematology & Oncology Research. On hand will be some incredible women entrepreneurs, with their one-of-a-kind handcrafted creations.
Like whom, for example?
Well, like Ellie Lieberman, for starters. This gifted author/craftswoman writes starkly beautiful literature and crafts enchanting fairy doors and worlds through her small business, Acorn Tops.
Or, perhaps like Rachez Miller. I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting her yet, but her website says she started her homebased artisan candle company, Shay Candles, in 2012. She offers hand-poured candles and handmade incense.
And like Jessica Silagy, of Knucklehead Ranch. What can’t this talented artist do?
Her graphics include pinup art and handmade cards, and one of my personal favorites of hers is the pair of fabric custom Christmas trees she crafted, about two years ago. Currently, she’s specializing in handcrafted pet gifts, which include handmade catnip toys and dog bandanas that’ll give your favorite pooch a seasonal sparkle!
And–beware if you love great books. Artist/author Barbara Lieberman, of Pipe & Thimble Mobile Bookstore, will be on hand. More than once, I’ve tried to read just one chapter of one of her latest books! (And if you’re lucky, she might also have brought her “thumbles”, which are adorable needle-felted elves, with different seasonal themes! I love my Christmas one, which I bought last year!)
And these are just some of the vendors who’ll be there this Thursday evening. They’d love to see you. And, oh, yes. Hope you’re immune to temptation…
…no, on second thought, I wouldn’t want you and your Christmas gift recipients to miss Tamiza’s artisan fudge, gourmet popcorn and those incredible cookies to which she adds her own magic as a professional chef!
Meanwhile, don’t forget to ask Tamiza what she’s been crafting lately!
As you’ll recall from our October interview, in addition to her gourmet creations, she designs foodie-themed jewelry, creates greeting cards, and has probably been inspired to make at least half a dozen other types of food-inspired gift items since we last spoke!
Nonprofit Delta Delta Delta SoCal Sleighbell hosts their Vendor Night Fundraiser this Thursday evening, December 13th, from 6:30 to 9:30 at Tamiza’s Treats, 3525 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite Q, in Torrance. Tamiza’s Treats is located on PCH and Madison, right near Kinecta.