Without you I'd croak - Single Handmade Card by EnsorcelledMinds

I love this little boy showing off his hippity hoppity frog! This stamp from High Hopes is going to do wonders for the scrapbook pages of my nephews! Fortunately for me, it also fits the April EFA Theme!

Like EFA, I like to rotate the charities to which I donate. However, there are three which my art supports: Souther Ontario Animal Rescue (SOAR - a local dog rescue), Etsy for Animals and Creative Animal Relief. Outside of my shops, I teach beginner card making classes from time to time with half of the class proceeds going to SOAR.

Valentine Luv Bunny by wovendreams

I'm Valentine. Will you adopt me? I need a forever home.

Valentine is a bunny made of handwoven (by me, of course) fabric. I call this series (yes, there are more) my Luv Bunnies. She/he stands 11 inches tall. She/he has set in eyes, a button heart and tied ribbons around her neck. She is not suitable as a young child's toy.

Adopt more Luv Bunnies to give Valentine a friend and start your own warren.

Wovendreams operates a rabbit rescue in Eastern North Carolina that is called Dance with the Bunnies Rabbit Rescue. Some of the items on my site are 100% donations to the rescue. The money raised goes to hay and pellets. I get all their veggies from my garden or donated by the local grocery store. They are all discarded pet bunnies that I get healthy, spay/neuter, socialize and then put up for adoption to find forever homes. My husband and I started the rescue about 8 years ago. The rabbits stay with us in our home. We have found homes for over 100 rabbits.

The Pug and the Birdie by nanjodogz

This little Pug has definitely got into the spirit of spring, he came upon a hungry baby bird and has decided to share his very tasty bone.

The sculpture is a mixed media piece. The Pug is hand-sculpted from polymer clay and sits next to a vintage wooden bird ornament embellished further with polymer clay eggs and beads.

Lately I have been giving to various charities over the Internet either through EFA or when a story really hits home and I have the money like Sammy's story -- http://www.noahs-arks.net/RESCUE/SAMMY.html -- from Noahs Arks Rescue, he broke my heart and I had a bit extra so my sister and I both donated something.

Bun Ring by walkonthemoon

This ring is one of my faves. The bunny is absolutely adorable! Its sure to bring compliments. The neutral tone of the genuine Mother of Pearl makes it eye catching without being totally overpowering like some cocktail rings. Your bunny may face either left or right, based on what I have in stock. Adjustable band. Very Limited!

My charity work is with BONES Beagle Rescue. 100% of the purchase price of the Rose Earrings in my shop goes to Rescue Beagles in New England!!

Up cycled flower treillis half apron - by recupefashion

This is a listing for a half apron made of recuperated 100 percent fabrics, which makes it a ecological purchase for the conscientious buyer. Be a hit when catering to your guest with this little number. It adds just the right touch to your outfit not too much and too to little. It measures 20.5 inches.

This item is 50 percent profit to EFA etsy for the animals.website http://efaartistshelpinganimals.org/so rest assured that upon buying this

The Bath - a 4x6 photo on a 5x7 notecard by LolaLynn

How about a little spring cleaning?

This kitty is taking a long luxurious bath in Burano, Italy. I just love the rich and vibrant colors of this photo. If you ever get to Venice, taking the ferry to Burano is a must. Its brightly colored houses, green shuttered flower filled windows are charming. And the church's bell tower lean rivals that of Pisa.

This 4x6 photo is adhered to a 5x7 notecard and comes with a matching envelope.

LolaLynn's shop supports Etsy for Animals charity of the month every month as well as having designated items for AWBAR (Abandoned Wild Babies Animal Rescue) and other charitable concerns as they arise.

Team EFA Spring - Hop into Spring with Whimsical Dots Snuggle Sack - custom embroidery by rendachs

My Dachshunds don't hop much but they sure love the spring colors and the lighter feel of their new snuggle sack.

Spring is here! Spoil your best friend with a lightweight soft and cozy furry fleece snuggle sack.

Your pet will love to snuggle inside this stylish super soft sack! You can slip a pillow inside for added comfort and watch your pet sink into the softness or simply watch your pet snuggle in the soft furry lining.

This sack measures 24"x 28". The sack includes an embroidered personalization. A wide turned down cuff will have your dog's name embroidered on it in your choice of color.

My contribution to the animals: fostering rescues, donations to the Dachshund rescue of North America, donations of items to my local humane society, generally helping when I can to any and all creatures, cheerleading for team EFA on Etsy, and just being kind to all animals.

Chicken - A Watercolour and Embroidery on canvas by mimilove

Whilst there's no actual rabbits, "She's no Spring chicken!"..is something I hear quite often. Henny is nestled amongst a bushy undergrowth of hand embroidered greenery using a variety of silks and cottons in various shades of greens and yellows and a hint of contrasting lilac. A ribbon of embroidery and glittery glass beads in a rainbow of colours runs through the middle of the picture to give added texture

Its an original one of a kind, hand painted, watercolour painting with hand embroidery on stretched canvas. I've kept the painting free style to keep the colours fresh and bright, sketchy pencil marks are also visible. Colours are shades of ochres, oranges and lavender with pinky red detailing.

The main charity I support is my local Cat's Protection centre http://www.tamcats.co.uk/ . I give a percentage of any sales I make and also donate artworks and jewellery for fund raising events.

Desert Jack Rabbit Faux Ceramic Petroglyph Necklace by StephHansonCreations

This ceramic look polymer clay pendant features an ancient desert dwelling bun bun. Coated with a glossy glaze that brings out colors and sheen as well as protects the piece. The pendant measures approx 1" X 1" and is attached to a 16" waxed cotton cord (with 3" extender chain) by a handcrafted copper bail.

My entry fits the "Hop Into Spring" theme because it features a petroglyph bunny - and when you think of spring...you think about bunnies!


I support animal charities by volunteering at Dreamchaser PMU Rescue and Rehabilitation ( http://www.dreamchaserpmu.org/ ) I help care for the horses and other animals there and I also recently adopted a rescued horse. I also donate 25% of my sales to the rescue and I'm also working on a Dreamchaser signature line of jewelry that the rescue can sell at adoption events and fundraisers. I am providing the jewelry and my services free of charge.

Shocking Pink Needle Felted Bunny by BenMcFuzzylugs

This happy bunny measures approx 4 inches. She is lovingly dry needle felted from shocking pink merino fleece in a process taking many hours. She is totaly needle felted: no string, no wire, no filler - just fleeceeven her cute little paw pads.

Shes bright, she makes you smile (spring makes me smile), she is a bunny (that hops) and she is made from wool (spring lambs).

At least 50% of the price will go to http://www.freewebs.com/dundalkdogs/ an irish dog rescue charity dedicated to saving dogs from the pounds. That's where my dog Mia came from.

BLUE HAWAIIAN BINKY CATNIP TOY FOR EFA CHARITY by osha

After a long cold winter its time to bring out the Hawaiian prints.

Aloha kitty. This fun Binky is perfect for your little sun bather. Lovely hibiscus flowers on a beautiful blue background. It is finished with jingle bells securely sewn in one corner. Made of cotton and with the reverse side a swirly design in black. This Binky is cub size.

But what is a Binky?

A Binky is a special toy/mat filled with catnip that will drive your kitty wild! Just open it, add the nip, and shake it up. This toy will provide you with endless entertainment and your kitty with euphoric bliss. You may find that your kitty will spend their day playing, sleeping, wrestling, and odd enough, licking on it.

100% of the clams (money) will go to the chosen EFA charity.

Patient Pug by abpropst

This painitng is in the Impressionist style and is an original work of art. The "Patient Pug" is in acrylic paint and created on a 11x 14 inch masonite artist's panel. It is not yet framed.

The patient pug waits for the beagle to finish so that he can take a turn much the way that we patiently wait for Spring. 100% of the proceeds from this painting will be donated to EFA's charity of the month.

Kitty Cucumber Patchwork Crib Size Quilt by faeriegood

What a great shower gift this would make,or maybe it's the perfect gift for the special little girl in your life.

This adorable quilt was designed, pieced and machine quilted by me, and is made of quilt shop cotton fabric with 100 percent cotton batting. It features six different framed kitty cucumber motifs alternated by pieced patchwork squares.

Pink is the predominant color, followed by green, purple and yellow. The binding was carefully hand sewn for the best possible finish and matches the backing fabric which is also used in the quilt body. I have already washed it several times to get the vintage crinkly look and the finished measurement is now 54"x41".It can be machine washed and dried.

The quilt was inspired by kitty named Bossy who crossed over the rainbow last spring. He had a pretty good life for a rescued ferral cat and had just celebrated his 20th (human years) birthday. He lived up to his name and helped to train my various dogs, cats, bunnies and hamsters in proper social conduct throughout his life time.

From the proceeds of the sale of this item I will donate $50 to the EFA Charity of the month for April which is:S*N*O http//www.siberiansneedingowners.org

Surfer Girl Hat in Coquina by SunsetSurf

Ever since I made this I've thought "this looks like an Easter Egg!"Pastel colors always remind me of Spring.

This hat is perfect after a chilly day in the surf, during a night beach walk, or on any day that needs a little warming up. It is made from 100% space dyed wool, which makes it warm, breathable, and naturally water resistant. The yarn is a "thick and thin" yarn, which makes almost every stitch look a little different! All of these details combine to make this a one of a kind item. I call this color "coquina" because it reminds me of the beautiful pastel shades found on coquina shells.

Sunsetsurf donates 5% of all sales to the Save the Manatee Club.

Easter Bunny Tags by Shesbattydesign

Bunny rabbits = Hop and they are often a symbol of spring time.

These are perfect for dressing up easter baskets, gifts, paper crafts, hanging off your calendar, or for endless other possibilities!


You get 3 cute bunny tags with this pack. They feature designer paper, foam cut bunnies, twine.. and are all built on top of high quality card stock


Shesbattydesigns has worked for the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) for the past 4 years and loves being apart of an organization that helps to give animals a second chance! "It doesn't feel like work at all! .. I actually work way more than the hours I'm allowed so I'm actually volunteering almost as much as I'm working! I also have 3 rescued dogs and 1 rescued turtle! I'm consitently promoting the animals at the shelter so they can get adopted in to loving homes. My current position at the shelter is the "Volunteer and Humane Education Coordinator" so I do a lot of works with school and community groups to teach the next generations how to be humane citizens."

The April Challenge

There are lots of great entries for the April Challenge, "Hop into Spring." The start date for publishing them will be delayed until April 2.

Lambie the lamb, the little plushie by recupefashion

This is Lambie the lamb. He is all alone and looking for a home to be loved and cuddled.

I made this cute little crochet friend for a project and am selling it so 100 percent of the profits will go to (EFA) Etsy for Animal's charity of the month. So, now is a good time to do a good deed for the animals. My little friend measures 3.75 inches high and is so soft. Lambie is made with repurposed yarn.

kawaii little pink lion blank note card by kittyanydots

Send some cuteness into someone's life with a note from this little pink lion.

4x6 professionally printed image on 5x7 blank white card. The card is made of acid-free cardstock, labeled on the back; it comes with an envelope and encased in a clear cello. The second and third images on the right show a sample of a packaged and labeled card.

***10% of purchase of cards goes to animal charity!

Akiko LImited Edition Print ACEO of Lion Eyes Painting (Set of 2 ACEOs) by artbyakiko

Title: Through the Eyes of a Lion
Support: Archival matte paperSize:
3.5" x 2.5" inches each
Giclee Print


This is a limited edition giclee print of my original painting titled "Through the Eyes of a Lion." The edition is limited to 25. This item is for a set of two ACEOs (left and right).


On the back, each card is pencil-signed, titled, and numbered.

Golden Lion Art Mini Bookmark Fantasy Cat Cute by Starrydance

Title: Golden Lion Mini BookmarkSize: Approx. 2 7/8" x 3 3/4"Media: Luster/Satin Print with 8 Color Printing, Acid Free Soft Vinyl Bookmark Holder, Tassel

I just love to read! Its my favorite past time - other than art of course! And what does every reader need? More Bookmarks! (Ok, and more books - but more bookmarks to go with those books too!)

These bookmarks are truly like mini prints - printed on the same beautiful Luster / Satin 68 lb acid free paper and then printed with 8 color printing! Truly beautiful! I then carefully put them in their little sleeves, and choose a color coordinated chainette tassel!

I donate to the local McKinney, TX SPCA and Operation Kindness.

A Lion in Winter by 9LivesPhotography

This handsome long haired boy is available for adoption at Felines Inc., a cat shelter located in Chicago (http://www.felinesinc.org/)

4X6 photo printed on Kodak Professional Endura luster paper and mounted to a 5x7 blank white acid-free Strathmore notecard. Includes matching envelope. Packaged in cello sleeve with pretty ribbon. Please convo me if you prefer a black note card & envelope.

Also available as a note card set, magnet or print (various sizes and finishes)

100% of sale (minus Etsy and PayPal fees) will be donated to Felines Inc.(www.felinesinc.org)

Skeep by TheModDog

This adorable 1" buckle collar features a silvery white and black sheep pattern on black webbing. It also has a strong plastic buckle and a d-ring for attaching tags. All collars are fully adjustable and triple stitched at stress points to prevent breaking and prolong durability.

Size: Medium-XLarge (please provide neck measurement)

This design can also be made into a 1" martingale collar, a 3/4" buckle or martingale collar, a key fob or a matching leash upon request. Discounts available if you purchase the collar and leash set. Please e-mail me at kyra@themoddog.com if you are interested in any of these.

I contribute 10% of every sale to local Georgia rescues, mainly the Atlanta Weimaraner Club Rescue (www.altantalovesweims.org).

Lion's Head Notecard by LolaLynn

This golden lion's head is actually a brass doorbell on a colorfully painted house on the island of Burano. Venice, whose patron saint is St. Mark, the writer of the 1st Gospel and symbolized by a lion, is only a ferry ride away .

The description is for one 4X6 photograph attached to a folded 5 x 7 pale green card that comes with a matching envelope. This will easily slip into a 5 by 7 inch frame.

10% of LolaLynn's sales support EFA 's charity of the month - this month Muttville - unless otherwise designated for AWBAR, Etsy for Charity or another chatitable organization.

3 Cow Angel Cards by mvegan5

3 5x7" blank inside, cream colored and signed greeting cards. Cover features a print of my collage painting, "Cow Angel." A border is left around the image, envelopes included.

The original art piece combines photography, painting, beads, and buttons. Individual card available for $3, and 8.5x 11" prints available for $12. 10% goes to the charity of the month.

Team EFA March Theme Mouse In Like a Lion Out Like a Lamb by VivaLeChat

Here's my March EFA theme item. I made this mouse to look like a little lion (to fit the theme). As always, a third of the profit from every one of my mice goes to imom.org, an organization that fundraises for needy families who cannot afford needed emergency vet expenses.

(Congratulations to VivaLeChat. This item sold before being published in the blog. Check her shop for more of her mousies.)

Lion Cub Greeting Card by ArtbyMarilyn

I love animals. A friend of mine took me to an animal preserve in Wisconsin to get my mind of the State of Wisconsin problem.

This little guy was sitting in the heat with flies covering him and being teased by some children. I told them not to do that and to bring him some water. They did and I showed them how to use a piece of cloth to rub him down to cool off and to shew the flies away. He really touched me. I was told this is my worst work but it is one dear to my heart. The little guy was so vulnerable.

So Sweet Lamb- Single Handmade Greeting Card - 15 Percent to Charity by EnsorcelledMinds

Simple. Clean. Clear. Enchanted Whispers are cards that deliver your message in style. When you send handmade, you stand out.

This little lamb by Quickutz is quite adorable. I've decided to try it out with flocking, which are little fuzzy fibers adhered to the image. It creates a very soft lamb for the March challenge!

I teach beginner card-making workshops for a local dog rescue, Souther Ontario Animal Rescue. This organization is very small and struggling with animal overflow. Some other items in my shop also have proceeds going to this cause.

I discovered EFA in the forums and love that it spreads the help around various deserving charities. I can only help in small ways myself, but MANY people doing something small can make a BIG difference!

Themes-at-a-Glance

December 2010 - Out with the old - use up some old supplies to make your challenge. Tag in your shop: teamefaold

January 2011 - "Winter Wonderland" - depict snowbunnies or other white winterland animals. Tag in your shop: teamefawinter

February - "Companions Corner" - pay homage to your non-human companions and family. Tag: teamefacompanion

March - "Sweet Shelter/Cozy Comforts" - depict homes or make things for the home. Tag: teamefashelter

April - "Raining Cats and Dogs" - Tag: teamefaraining

May - "Flora and Fauna" - Tag: teamefaflora

June - "Off to the Beach" - Tag: teamefabeach

July - "Under the Deep Blue" - Tag: teamefadeepblue

August - "Reptiles Rock!" - Tag: teamefareptiles

September - "Fuzzie Wuzzie" - feature a fuzzy creature or create an item from fuzzy material. Tag: teamefafuzzy

October - "Things that go Bump in the Night" - Tag: teamefanight

November - "Thanks for the Smiles" - Tag: teamefasmiles

December - "Treats and Toys" - Tag: teamefatreats

ModJess---Scrabble Tile Pendant---FLYING PIGGY-Blue

This happy little piggy is flying through the air, dodging clouds and having fun.

Scrabble tile pendants are fun, affordable gifts for yourself or someone you love.

These pendants are made on natural wood color Scrabble tiles (approx. 3/4" rectangular shape), adhered with non-toxic adhesive and finished with a glassy, multi-coated glaze. The bail is silver-plated and will accommodate 3mm or less chains.

I am actively involved in animal welfare/rescue here in New Mexico, and a portion of my annual profits will be donated to one or more animal charities at the end of the year. However, throughout the year, I donate art work to benefit auctions and shows, and will look forward to donating my jewelry as well.

Themes-at-a-glance

How about helping to create a "Themes-at-a-Glance" list for the monthly challenge? Just copy the list of the months, May to December, write a suggested theme next to each month and convo it to me: LolaLynn.etsy.com.

Can't think of something for every month? Got more than one for another? That's OK. Don't worry about it. Send me what you have. It would be great if they could be back to me by February 21.

May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

After the themes are chosen, they will be posted on the blog with the due dates and tags for easy reference.

Thanks,
LolaLynn"

The VickiDiane "EFA Artists of Etsy Exposed" Treasury

Thank you VickiDiane. And thank Peylu for bringing EFA to Vicki's attention. We were the "hottest" treasury on Friday, February 13th.

St. Francis - the animal lover - photo notecard - 50 percent to benefit AWBAR by LolaLynn

Anyone who selflessly loves and cares for animals is a saint in my book. So, 50% of the purchase of this card will be doanted to AWBAR: Abandoned Wildlife Babies Animal Rescue.

The description is for one photograph attached to a folded 5 x 7 pale lavender card that comes with a matching envelope. This will easily slip into a 5 by 7 inch frame.

A great way to recycle: let this photo notecard become an amazing work of art! Why not use the card to accompany a gift of a matching frame.

SPIN DEL Skein (tm) Handspun romney coopworth english longwool leicester WOOL by theknottysheep

♥5% of The Knotty Sheep's sales are donated to animal charities! My current charity of choice: PittieLove Rescue! ♥

~~ AND .... this skein is my EFA (etsy for Animals) February Challenge entry - "Love is in the Air" .... 20% of the sale of this skein will be donated to the EFA Monthly Charity:The Rainbow Connection Animal Foundation http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/OH273.html


~~May I introduce: "Melon Balls"! This 2 ply skein is an approximate 2.8 oz (as weighed on my postal scale.)It is a gorgeous skein with different shadings of pinks, oranges, yellows, creams - it has an approximate 95 yards & a 9 wpi.

Chatting Ducks Card by mvegan5

1 5x7" cream colored, blank inside, recycled paper greeting card. Cover features reproduction of two two ducks having a little chat! (Maybe he's quacking sweet nothings in her ear.) Border left around image, cards are signed, and envelopes included. So cute...

Multiple cards available for $2 each, and 8.5x11" print available for $12, combined shipping discounts

10% goes to the EFA Charity of the Month.

I Love Whoo by shesbattydesigns

The "I Love Whoo" card fits the team because it's all about love! It features a cute little owl surrounded flowing hearts which lets us all know that "Love is in the Air".


I've worked for the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) for the past 4 years and love being apart of an organization that helps to give animals a second chance! It doesn't feel like work at all! .. I actually work way more than the hours I'm allowed so I'm actually volunteering almost as much as I'm working!


I also have 3 rescued dogs and 1 rescued turtle! I'm consistently promoting the animals at the shelter so they can get adopted in to loving homes. My current position at the shelter is the "Volunteer and Humane Education Coordinator" so I do a lot of work with school and community groups to teach the next generations how to be humane citizens.

Pastel Blue Bunny Earrings with Hearts by TheClayPony

These little bunnies with red hearts painted on them are very lovable. They're the perfect gift for that special someone!

If these earrings are purchased during the month of February, 50% of the sale will be donated to EFA's February Charity of the Month: Rainbow Connection Animal Foundation.

Two Beautiful Entries by a New Member - Lacewood

Love Pads on Four Paws - Wooden Spoon - I think it fits the theme really nicely, with pawprints intermingled with hearts on a wooden spoon. Well...love might not be in the *air*, exactly, on my spoon, but it's certainly padding about on four feet! And since the ground itself is not depicted, I suppose those pawprints are floating in the air...okay, I'm being silly now -- but I think it's a good entry and I hope you do, too.

Rusty Rose angora & soysilk laceweight yarn - a lace-lover's dream - deliciously delicate at 24 wpi! Perfect for your yarn-loving valentine, perfect for adding strikingly elegant lace trim or edgings, or for giving one-of-a-kind splendor to any project!

I think it's a pretty romantic color! Love is certainly spun into the yarn, if not the air. And since I couldn't have made it without the help of my bunny and his wool, it's a collaborative human-rabbit effort - so I think the animal theme is covered there. I hope you agree!

I live with one of the most overprivileged rabbits on earth, a delightful angora bunny who is litterbox trained and plays with my cat and romps about - and who also helps me spin beautiful yarn and knit lovely lace with his wool! He's got a great life, and many, many bunnies are not so lucky. So he and I are teamed up to help raise money for other less fortunate bunnies, with 10% of all angora items going to Little Miracles Rabbit Rescue. And we'll be adding other animal-themed non-angora items to the charity effort as well, just because -- this pawprint love spoon being an example of that!

Lovebirds Valentine blank note card by kittyanydots

There's nothing like a good kiss to ruffle your feathers! Show your sweetie some love with this card!

A 4x6 glossy image on 5x7 blank white card. The card is made of acid-free cardstock, labeled on the back; it comes with an envelope and is encased in a clear cello.

I currently donate 10% of proceeds from cards, printables and collage sheets and 20% of proceeds from prints and original art (and larger amounts of select items) to animal charities. Recently I've raised money for It's Meow or Never and Alley Cat Allies. I also donated to the EFA team store and donated prizes for raffles, including one by the DC Craft Mafia last year to benefit their local animal shelter. You can see my shop policies or blog for amounts I've raised: http://kittyanydots.etsy.com/ and http://kittyanydots.blogspot.com/.

I have two kitties who are my inspiration: Chouli, age 16, a former shelter cat, and Molly, age 14, a former stray

Love Is In The Air - Mixed Media Assemblage by folkartvision

Contemplating innocent love with this mixed media piece.

A composition of vintage wood (restored to it's original finish/patina) and found objects. size: 4"/16cm square with a 1.25"/3cm profile.

Signed and dated at the back. Ready to hang, copper nail included.

10% of all sales from peylu.etsy.com (folkartvision's other shop) goes to the EFA Charity of the Month.

Clay Heart by claynfiber

Stoneware clay heart has a raised pattern, two gentle curves and a clay bead. Finished with iron oxide in the second firing. Hangs from a man-made imitation leather Genya cord. Measures 4.5" across the heart.

Claynfiber donates at least 15% of all pottery sales to animal charities.

Hearty is a very happy fellow and wants to find a home with a cat to play with!

Hearty is made from red and pink fleece. His body, hands and feet are red hearts. His arms and legs are pink fleece with elastic inside them. His eyes are made from white fleece and black felt. He has a pink and red heart shaped nose, and a pink mouth. His body is stuffed with organic catnip, one large bell and fiberfill.

Hearty's body measures approximately 3" by 3". His arms and legs measure approximately 3" long.

If you adopt Hearty, I would love to have a picture of your cat playing with him to put on my blog. You can send the pic to me using the "Contact AllAboutCats" button on my shop's main page. Be sure to include your cat's name.

Linda of AllAboutCats makes cat toys and cat beds and gives them to a local no-kill shelter.

I Heart My Schnauzer by Nanjodogz

Love is in the air for the pups, this Schnauzer has lots of love to give.

The Schnauzer is encased in his own little heart. The heart and Schnauzer are sculpted from polymer clay; it hangs from pink organza ribbon and there is a pink bow at the top.

This piece is small enough to wear as a pendant or it can be placed on the wall or hung from somewhere special.

I support my local Illinois Doberman Rescue Foundation and right now have all of my heart pendants/ornaments with 10% proceeds towards the EFA Charity of the month.

Celtic Style Sterling Silver, Swarovski Crystal and Czech Firepolish Heart Earrings by LittleStudioJewels

I made these Celtic inspired sterling silver hearts and then had them suspend real Swarovski crystals in "Crystal", and Czech fire polish glass beads in "Raspberry". Silver plate jump rings suspend each section. Sterling silver ear wires are used to prevent allergic reactions. I am able to create these in copper, 14karat gold and other stones and beads, just convo me before you order (price may vary depending on metals and beads used, but I will let you know in advance). Approximately 2" long.

It fits the theme of "Love is in the Air" by swinging from your ears, sparkling gently in any light, these are perfect for any time of year, but especially now!

Every month I give 10% of the total sales before taxes and shipping to help animal charities, such as the Country Cat Sanctuary, Lanark Animal Welfare Society, and others. Thanks for your time and thanks for looking!

You begin an enduring love affair - Priceless Moments - ACEO Original Collage by Dragonhouseofyuen

This is an ACEO Original Collage. Priceless Moments - follow Priceless on his travels thru life as he gives wise snippets of advice, discovers important attributes and goes thru all the yearning and desires that we all do.

Priceless and the lady begin an enduring love affair. They swap hearts, his mouth tick goes away and they both can’t stop smiling. She tells him her name is Evdokia. He loves her name – just as beautiful as her. The Brilliant Light of Undeniable Beauty - You begin an enduring love affair.

This little collage has been compiled from my illustrations of rabbits wearing jumpers, paper scraps and ephemera and recycled brochures and magazines. It has all been stuck with glue stick and double sided adhesive tape. Most of the papers go over the edges. The backing card is in blue. Backing cards are sometimes reused card and some will have type/images on the back. Priceless has many more aceo adventures coming soon.

Two-Photo Hanging Display by EnsorcelledMinds

This hanging photo display showcases two wallet-sized photographs (maximum 3.5 by 2.5 inches) - pictured here is an example with a childhood photograph of my mother. (Your Hanging Display will not come with any photos.)


Love, Bliss & Joy can describe pictures of the children, the family, the fur children, couples, the parents, best friends and more. Great for Valentine's, Anniversaries, or just because you care about someone! Hang it in the office, the foyer, the den, from a magnet on the fridge - anywhere!


Roses are pictured on the top panel and hearts on the display panels. The letters are all individually die cut and adhered by me. A mat of smaller pink hearts shows where the photos should go. You will receive enough double sided photo tape tabs to adhere two photographs (with instructions).


The reverse side has pink hearts and flowers to cover up where I applied adhesive to the ribbon handle and panel connectors. There is also a shop ID stamped on the back of the top panel and a very small signature in the bottom right corner of all panels. The backs of the panels have enough room for you to write some memoires or photo-facts if you wish! I strongly advise you use an acid-free archival pen. (Craft and scrapbook stores sell them.) Alternatively, you could write on a separate piece of paper and adhere it. From the top panel to the bottom, this display measures 12.5 inches long by 4 inches wide. The hanger is an additional 4.5 inches long.

I support SOAR: Southern Ontario Animal Rescue which is a local rescue for dogs. It is a very small registered charity that struggles to meet foster home and animal intake demands. Some of the items in my shop support this charity (search items in my shop for the tag "charity"). I also teach beginner card-making classes to raise funds and awareness for SOAR. **20%** of the proceeds from these cards (less transaction costs) will be donated to an EFA Charity of the Month.

How to Enter the February Challenge

The February Challenge theme is "Love is in the Air." To enter convo LolaLynn.etsy.com with the following info:
1. The link to the item in your shop.
2. How the item fits the theme.
3. A bit about your work/donations/volunteer work with animal charities.
4. A suggestion for the APRIL challenge theme.
5. In your shop, tag the item with our challenge tag: teamefalove

Challenge entries are due January 31.

From early beginnings as a small Little Seedling - Priceless Moments - ACEO Original Collage by dragonhouseofyuen

This is an ACEO Original Collage. Priceless Moments - follow Priceless on his travels thru life as he gives wise snippets of advice, discovers important attributes and goes thru all the yearning and desires that we all do.

Priceless remembers from early beginnings as a small Little Seedling how much he has grown and learnt. His mother taught him so many things but most important of all, she taught him love. Priceless visits the swan family and is introduced to the new babies. This is their first day.

This little collage has been compiled from my illustrations of rabbits wearing jumpers, paper scraps and ephemera and recycled brochures and magazines. It has all been stuck with glue stick and double sided adhesive tape. Most of the papers go over the edges. The backing card is in blue. Priceless has many more aceo adventures coming soon. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19809386

New beginnings - either as newborns, or discovering something new, beginnings are everywhere.

Annette (dragonhouseofyuen) supports a few animal charities and animal organisations by donating 10% from the sale of my Arabella bags.

Raccoon Baby Scrabble Tile Pendant or Pin by snappyknees

Take a look at this sweet baby racoon from snappyknees. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_18&listing_id=18149674

Pendants are made with images affixed to a wooden scrabble tile game piece, measuring approx. .78’’ x .70’’. They are sealed with an acrylic finish giving it a nice glossy finish and then completed with Aanraku sterling silver bail.

Pendants can also be easily made into pins.

Woodland Creatures- by SavageArtworks

This is for a set of 3 notecards with envelopes. They are 4 1/4" x 5 1/2".They are printed with a reproduction my pastel paintings, "Little Fox", "Turn Around Bright Eyes", and "In To The Light". All lovely little forest babies.

These cards are printed on heavyweight matte, card stock.The inside is left blank, so you could use it for countless purposes. Handy to have around the house.

Proceeds from the sale of these cards will be donated to AWBAR - Abandonded Wild Babies Animal Rescue.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_19&listing_id=18494409

How to enter a Challenge by LolaLynn

Entering the monthly Etsy for Animals Challenge is a fun way to participate in the EFA street team. Think of it as a "Show and Tell." To enter is simple but you must be a member. Contact Michele, our team leader, for membership information: mvegan5

Every month there is an opportunity for EFA members to submit one of their listings to be featured on the blog. Each month has a specific theme which the listing must reflect in some way.

EFA has a blog that is solely dedicated to our Monthly Challenges. The Monthly Challenge blog provides a lovely display of goods presented by our artists & suppliers. Its a wonderful marketing opportunity for our sellers and also shows us how they contribute to aiding our animal friends.

To submit an entry, contact etsyforanimals with the following information:

1. SHOW a link to an item in your shop that fits the theme or has been created for the theme.

2. TELL how the item fits the theme

3. TELL a bit about your work/donations/volunteer work with animal charities

Two more steps:

4. In your shop, tag the item with the theme tag (see Challenge Blog for themes-at-a-glance) Be sure to also keep your regular team tag in place, either 'team efa' or 'team efa cotm'.

5. Please make sure that your convo is specifically titled with the name of the MONTH and the word CHALLENGE, for example OCTOBER CHALLENGE.

Entries that are accepted will be displayed at the beginning of the month- approximately one each day- until all the challenges have been shown off. Members are encouraged to come visit and leave a comment.. our participants love to hear the good things members have to say about their work !!!

The first 16 challenge entries that are received will be used to create an Etsy Treasury. For every 16 received after that, a new treasury will be created. This will be done on a first come basis.

Suggestions and comments are always welcomed. Contact LolaLynn who serves as EFA's Challenge Administrator.

New Arrival Baby Poodle - Handcolored Greeting Card by Haleyshandmades

This handcolored greeting card is laser printed on 80# coverweight paper. The design is based on an old-time baby card. The card reads "Congratulations on your new arrival" at the top. The inside is blank.

Each card is 4-1/4 by 5-1/2 inches and the envelope is size A2, 4-3/8 x 5-3/4 inches. The card comes individually wrapped in a clear plastic sleeve. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_19&listing_id=17829984

Haley is EFA's webmaster and a regular contributor to EFA's charitable ventures. Her favorite local animal charities are: Heart of America Rescue, Moscow Mills, MO - a poodle rescue (http://www.heartofamericarescue.org/) , The Cat Network, St Louis, MO (http://www.catnetwork.com/main.asp), Country Acres Rescue, St. Louis, MO (http://www.countryacresrescue.org/).

Welcome to the Year Of The Ox - by Peylu

I'm looking forward to a second chance and a new beginning in 2009.

In 2009, the Year of the Ox starts on January 26th, in accordance with the Chinese lunar calendar.

This Earth Ox year symbolizes power through unity and prosperity through hard work. Like the Ox, we have a honest, candid and open natured year ahead, and the earth element gives us harmony, relaxation, and recovery. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=8912492

10% of all sales goes to the EFA Charity of the Month.

Latest Challenge Information

Thanks to everyone who entered the February's Challenge. Just a reminder that the tag is 'teamefalove'. Please make sure that you have included it when posting your item in your shop.

March's theme is "In like a Lion and out like a Lamb." Due February 28. The tag is 'efalionsandlambs'.

April's theme is "Hop into Spring." Due March 31. Tag your item ' teamefaspring'.

In the works: a year's worth of challenge themes at a glance.

Let There be Peace on Earth - A Hand Embellished ACEO by LolaLynn conveys the message that we can all be bearers of peace and new beginnings.

This is a hand embellished ACEO print of my original entitled "Let There be Peace on Earth." This is the third in my "peace" series. The dove in the woman's hands represents our ability to be agents of peace. We can all strive to being peace makers. Let us all pledge to bring peace and a "new beginning" to others (human and animal) whenever and wherever we have the chance.

As with all ACEOs it is 2.5 by 3.5 but can be enlarged with a white border to fit a 5 by 7 or 8.5 by 11 frame. For special orders add a week.

The 6x8 print that fits into an 8.5x11 is $12/2.50 to ship.

The 4x6 print that fits into a 5x7 is $10/$2.00 to ship.

Your one of a kind ACEO will come to you in a protective sleeve. 10% will be donated to Etsy for Animals charity of the month. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17936639

The January Challenge Theme is "New Beginnings." Mvegan5 presents "Polar Bear Mom and Cub Cards" as her entry.

Blank inside, cream colored, signed greeting cards with a reproduction of my painting of a mom or dad and baby polar bear. A border is left around the image, envelopes are inlcuded Great for Mothers' Day, Fathers' Day, a new baby, or just to say hi to a friend!

Individual cards available for $3, any amount of 2 or more are available for $2 each, and 8.5 x 11" prints are available for $12. Convo for special orders. 10% goes to the Charity of the Month, see my shop intro for more information.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5322181