ricRACK Joins Auctions in August!

We're excited to announce that ricRACK is participating in Gulf Coast Bank & Trust's Auctions in August, a month-long online auction that raises money for local nonprofits throughout the Greater New Orleans area.

From August 1–31, you'll have the chance to bid on an incredible variety of items while supporting organizations that make a difference in our community. Every winning bid helps nonprofits like ricRACK continue their mission of creativity, sustainability, and education.

This year, we've gathered an amazing collection of auction items donated by generous local artists, makers, businesses, and friends of ricRACK.

Our 2025 Auction Items

• "Count Your Blessings" Folk Art Poster by Chris Roberts-Antieau

• Janome HD-3000 Sewing Machine

• Janome JW8100 Sewing Machine

• Brother CP60X Sewing Machine

• Handbag from Tchoup Industries

• Backpack from Tchoup Industries

• Accessories from Fringe + Co.

• Handmade Hooded Cape by costume designer Julie Winn

• Tie-Dyed Creations from Fun House Fashions

• Cutting Board from Troyano Living Furniture

• $100 Floor 13 Gift Card

• $100 ricRACK Gift Card

• Hansen's Sno-Bliz Gift Card

• Dressed Gift Card

• Print by Kiernan Dunn

• Mardi Gras Muséum Admission Passes

• Storyville Museum Tickets

• Guided Bike Tour Passes

• Autographed DVDs from Sharon Stone

• Autographed Breaking Bad Box Set
  

Whether you're looking for a new sewing machine, unique local art, New Orleans experiences, gift cards to favorite businesses, or one-of-a-kind handmade pieces, there's something for everyone.

How to Bid

The auction is open August 1–31.

Visit AuctionsInAugust.com to browse all auction items and place your bids. Every bid supports local nonprofits working to strengthen our community.

Thank you for supporting ricRACK and helping us continue our work in creative reuse, sewing education, and textile recycling. We can't wait to see what treasures you take home!