This blog is dedicated to promoting and

fund driving for Team EFA members'

chosen animal charities.


Etsy for Animals (EFA) aka Artists Helping Animals,

is a team of independent artists, craftspeople,

vintage sellers and craft suppliers on Etsy.com

who are dedicated to providing charitable relief to animals

by donating a portion of the profits from their shops

to an animal charity of their choosing,

and/or to EFA's featured Charity of the Month.

Thursday, October 22, 2009

The Tickle - Hand Embellished ACEO by LolaLynn's Shop


This is a hand embellished print of my original ACEO entitled "The Tickle." Sam the cat is sitting atop a pumpkin who is about to sneeze because Sam is swishing his tail under her nose. Each card is hand embellished making it an unique work of art. The one you receive will be slightly different than the one pictured here. Your artwork will be signed and dated front and back and come in a protective covering.

10% will be donated to the EFA charity of the month.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

3 Zeke Cards by mvegan5's Shop


3 Blank 5"x 6.5" cream colored, recycled card stock cards. Cover features a print of my painted photo of a kitten named Zeke that I rescued. Cards are signed, envelopes included, and a border is left around the image. Very cute :)

10% goes to the EFA Charity of the Month.

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Black Cat Magic by BohemianAngel's Shop


I LOVE black cats! This card is for all those who love them and see the beauty in them, too. They are beautiful creatures deserving of respect. This 5” x 7” card is blank inside and comes with an envelope, signed by me, the artist, on the back of the card. It comes in an archival quality clear pouch.

100% of this sale will be donated to the Etsy For Animals Charity of the Month.

Monday, October 19, 2009

Strength of Survival by BohemianAngel's Shop


This color archive quality print is signed by the photographer on the back and comes with a signed and dated receipt. It is professionally printed. This photo has been published in a variety of publications. It is also on the front cover of Christine Bruness’ published Pushcart Prize nominated chapbook, “Alley Cat”.

50% of the money earned from this sale will be donated to the Etsy for Animals "Charity of the Month".

Friday, October 16, 2009

Kitty's Pumpkin Perch - Halloweed Card by EnsorcelledMinds


This black cat is ready for Halloween! It is perched on a pumpking just waiting to greet the Trick-or-Treaters! Enchanted Whispers are cards that deliver your message in style. All materials are acid and lignin free products. Card measures roughly 4.25 by 5.5 inches (11 by 14 cm) and comes with a plain, white, peel'n'seal envelope. It is built from heavy weight cardstock so your card can be displayed standing up without sagging.

10% of the proceeds of this card will go to the EFA Charity of the Month. Several of the items in my shop have proceeds to animal charity. Search by the tag "charity" to find them. Apart from Etsy, I also teach card making workshops throughout the year for a local animal charity: SOAR. Southern Ontario Animal Rescue rescues dogs and puts them into foster homes until they can find their forever homes.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Scout's on Watch Oil Painting by KneeDeepOriginals


Nothing gets past a cat! They are so observant, ever on the alert for movement, comings and goings, the footsteps of friends and strangers, the sound of a can opener. And Scout is no different... she sees it all and takes it all in, taking action if action is required. This is a 12 x 16 oil on canvas of a relaxed but very observant cat... which they need to be when Halloween rolls around. And they need to be INSIDE since too many bad things have happened to cats on Halloween.
I will donate 10% of the sale of this painting to my local animal rescue group, Animal Rescue of Stokes County, as listed in my description in my Etsy shop.

Monday, October 12, 2009

Queen of the Couch - Black Cat in the Sun by lkjohnston


The regal gaze of this pretty black kitty lets you know who's boss. This is an Archival print on 8.5 by 11 cotton rag paper, image area is 7 by 9 inches. The paper has the texture and weight of watercolor paper. The print will fit nicely into an 11 by 14 frame with mat, or 8 by 10 frame without mat.
Your purchase helps me continue to support animal charities: http://www.bestfriends.org/ http://www.safehavenanimalsanctuary.org/ and http://www.janegoodall.org/

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Sunbathing Black Cat by lkjohnston


Shiny, handsome black kitty streeeeeetched out in the sun. A portrait of feline satisfaction. This is an archival print on 8.5 by 11 cotton rag paper, image area is 7 by 9 inches. The paper has the texture and weight of watercolor paper, and the print is signed by the artist. The print will fit nicely into an 11 by 14 frame with mat, or 8 by 10 frame without mat.
Your purchase helps me continue to support animal charities: http://www.bestfriends.org/ http://www.safehavenanimalsanctuary.org/ and http://www.janegoodall.org/

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Scaredy Cat by TheModDog


Nothing says Halloween better than spooky black cats and witch hats. This super narrow 3/8" collar is perfect for cats, puppies, and toy dogs. It features a lime green and black Halloween design with black cats, witch hats, and broomsticks on black nylon webbing. It has a plastic side release buckle or a breakaway buckle, a d-ring for attaching tags, and a jingle bell(optional).

I volunteer for the Atlanta Weimaraner Club Rescue (www.atlantalovesweims.org) in Atlanta, GA. and also donate collars and a portion of my sales to this rescue. I also donate collars to other rescues, like Boston's By the Bay www.bostonsbythebay.com

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

5 Black Cat Halloween Tags by ShesBattyDesign


These 5 black cat tags that would look great on halloween gifts/cards, or on a birthday gift for your favorite spooky friend! They could also be used for scrapbooking or card making. Im sure you can think of lots of uses for these "cute spook" tags! They could even be used as decorations around the house at halloween! Just hang them from picture frames or cupboard door handles! This tags measure about 2.5 inches tall by 1.5 inches wide. Each tag is made of orange cardstock and features a glittery foam black cat.
I volunteer for the OSPCA when I can and I donate a portion of my shop proceeds to the OSPCA.

Sunday, October 4, 2009

old gray cat 5x5 note card by photogenicgallery

a handmade note card featuring my ttv photo of "poopon".

poopon was rescued from the streets almost 17 years ago & is living happily ever after with a family member. she probably doesn't have many more years so i want to honor her life & all the joy she has brought. she is so deserving of the honor & would be very happy to know she is shared with friends.

the card measures 5x5 & comes with a white envelope. the inside is blank, ready for your personal message.

50% of all sales until the end of october will go to an animal charity chosen by the etsy for animals team.

Saturday, October 3, 2009

Halloween Cat Pendant and Necklace by TheClayPony

This cute little black cat with a tiny orange heart is painted inside an orange and black handmade polymer clay frame. The whole pendant is sealed with a gloss finish for protection and shine. The pendant measures 1" by 1" and is strung on a 19" dark brown braided cord with a lobster clasp closure.

10% of the sale of this necklace will be donated to the Etsy For Animals (EFA) Charity of the Month.

Friday, October 2, 2009

Baby Feline Tortieshell Handmade Card by dragonhouseofyuen


A beautiful handmade greetings card featuring a cut-out print of my line drawing of a baby feline with tortieshell stars. This card is blank for your own message. The card is A6 in size, 10.5cm x 15cm and comes with a cream coloured envelope. The card is pristine white and has a hammered texture - in the photos you can see the subtle texture. The kitten is raised on 3D foam pads adhered to the white card.


A percentage of my sales goes to EFA charities.

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Halloween Dark Reaper Cat 8x10 Print by TaraFlyPhotos


The majority of my works involve cats, with black cats taking preference; however I wanted to create a Halloween-specific design that wasn't the stereotypical "scaredy cat on a fence" or "broom accessory". LOL The Dark Reaper is a powerful force to be reckoned with, in his own right. :)


Using Epson's Velvet Fine Art paper and archival pigment ink, I've printed high quality reproductions of my original acrylic painting. The printed surface measures 8"x10" with a slight white border.


I've been giving a percentage of sales to my local humane society. I was able to donate $25.00 to them last month. I've decided to take a more active role with Charity of the Month, so 10% of "Dark Reaper" sales will go towards EFA monthly charities.