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.

Monday, November 24, 2008

LAST CHANCE! efa Closing SALE - treasury

Annette of dragonhouseofyuen has created a beautiful treasury featuring the EFA Team Store which will be closing soon.
Please come, click, comment and support.

Sunday, November 16, 2008

EFA Team Store Closing! 25% off!


The EFA Team Store is closing - and we're having a big sale : 25% off or free shipping!

Check out all the great deals at http://etsyforanimals.etsy.com.
100% of all profits go to animal charity, so buy now,
and save money while helping animals.

Your purchase will assist the animals we love - including the EFA November Charity of the Month: A Chance for Bliss.

Thank you for helping the animals! We are sad to close!

Questions on the closure of the team store? Send them to
http://mvegan5.etsy.com or info@efaartistshelpinganimals.org.

(Please feel free to re-post this. Thanks!)

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Orange Jester by Dogonwear


How absolutely STUNNING would this Halloween JESTER COLLAR look on a BIG, BLACK DOG! This one’s definitely for the dog who wants to be in GQ (Greyhound Quarterly, that is). This collar is orange fleece with cotton batting in it and a bell on each point. It measures 23” point to point with a 16” elastic neckline.


Wednesday, November 5, 2008

"Green Bean Casserole" aka "SWINGIN SINGLES Skein (tm) handspun RARE CHURRO WOOL yarn" from The Knotty Sheep



"Green Bean Casserole" is my entry for the Etsy for Animals November Challenge: Bountiful Harvest!Yep - every Thanksgiving Mom makes this classic ... it would not be a Holiday without this dish on the table!


Shades of greens and a wee splash of gold collide to make a delicious feast for the eyes! An approximate 12 wpi. The skein weighs 2.8 oz on my postal scale and is measured at an approx 102 yards! Due to the hand dyed nature - commercial perfection is not obtainable. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16766712



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

TheKnottySheep is also a faithful EFA thread bumper and every Tuesday adds items to the team shop.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

linen velvet and glass beads clutch by HazelHoney


This is my efa (etsy for animals) November Challenge entry. The theme is Bountiful harvest so I decided to do a boutiful bouquet of beads harvest.


Body of the bag is made from a natural linen. Front has a sash made from grey velvet with hand sewn large glass beads for detail and sparkle.Measures 7" wide x 7" tall.A zippered top keeps items inside. Inside is fully lined in a beige cotton. I have added a layer of quilter's batting for shape and padding. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16615234


I donate 10% of sales price to the efa (etsy for animals charity of the month).

Monday, November 3, 2008

A Poodle Thanksgiving - Handcolored Greeting Card by HaleysHandmades




This handmade greeting card is laser printed and handcolored on 80# cardstock. The design, drawn by me, is based the original painting, titled Thanksgiving by Norman Rockwell, for the cover of The Literary Digest. The original issue date appeared November 22, 1919. Thanks to www.best-norman-rockwell-art.com for my source image.

The card is 4-1/4 by 5-1/2 inches and the envelope is size A2, 4-3/8 x 5-3/4 inches. This card comes in a clear plastic sleeve and is blank on the inside. ": http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7495181



I give 5% to local rescues (St. Louis area) and I'm a webmaster for EFA.


Sunday, November 2, 2008

To Feed the Masses 20 x 16 by DragonRags

This is the first photo in the "Coldest Dishes" series. At least 3 more will follow. Though the subject matter appears mundane, this photo is positively eye-popping in a large format! Sure to punch up any casual dining room or modern kitchen (for example.)

The photos in this series were to be album art for my boyfriend's first CD. This photo and one other made it to the cover art. I hope to list the rest of the series soon.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16131826one




(c) 2008 Jennifer L. Moore. Do not duplicate.

Saturday, November 1, 2008

3 Turkey Cards by mvegan5


This turkey doesn't want to be dinner, he wants to be your friend ;)


3 5 x 6.5" Cream colored, signed greeting cards, blank inside. Cover features a reproduction of my "Turkey Dinner" painting with a border left around the image. 10% goes to the animal charity of the month, see my shop intro.


Individual cards available for $3 and any amount of 2 or more can be ordered for $2 each, and may be mixed with my other card/print images. 8.5 x 11" prints on heavy card stock available for $12.http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7434327

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Panther - Black Lampwork Glass Cat Bead Charm Pendant Necklace by beadedtail


From Sharla and Sheri of BeadedTail - such an adorable black kitty!

This Panther charm necklace is made with a black cat lampwork bead sitting on a reddish orange saucer shaped bead accented by silver toned rondelles. An additional charm of a reddish orange bead adds movement and fun. The chain is included and it has a lobster claw clasp for closure. Silvertoned Diamond Cut Snake Chain is 18" (45.2 cm). Pendant measures about 1 1/2" tall (3.81 cm).

A portion of all sales in BeadedTail's shop goes to benefit animal awareness causes. Please see their profile for a list of causes they donate to.

You can see this necklace on Etsy here.

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Purrfect.... Shop 2 Help Animals!

Michele has created a meowlicious treasury featuring the EFA Team Store, AWBAR and many other wonderful stores supporting great animal causes. Come look at the super-cute kitties... :)



Please click, comment and support! :)

- Susmitha :)

ScaredyCat by Karenkayartworks


Scaredy Cat is a cute little black cat ready to celebrate Halloween with you in his candy corn colored hat.


This is a 5” x 15” print (tall and skinny) of an original mixed media work in watercolor, acrylic and ink. The main colors are nightime black and candy corn colors-orange, yellow and white. Professionally printed on Endura paper rated to last 100+ years.


Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Hide and SeeK by catoo


This illustration was inspired whilst watching 'Neo' my cat getting lost in my garden, which is now covered in pretty rustic coloured leafs!! Hello Autumn :-)


This is a print of the original illustration, which was hand drawn in ink on A3 paper then digitally coloured. Printed using pigment inks, on 225g/m archival art paper (Type: Velvet Somerset,100% Cotton) which looks and feels just like watercolour paper. This gives an excellent quality to prints, making the colors look rich and vibrant.


Paper size:(A4) 29.7cm X 21.0cm

Illustration: will fit inside a 8x10 mount.

Each print is signed, shipped in a protective cellophane sleeve and sturdy cardboard-backed envelope.

Monday, October 27, 2008

Needle Felted Cats on a Mini Pumpkin Donation for EFA


Congratulations Bluewhimsy. This item has sold.


This little creation is 3" tall, including the stem, and a little over 2" wide. In addition to the vines, I needle felted a momma cat and her three kittens to create a little knick knack for the cat lover who thinks she already has every type of cat decoration!It was made from several shades of orange wool - no thread or glue was used. The stem and vine is a wool/silk blend. This listing is for the pumpkin with the cats only; not for any of the other felted items in the photos.


25% of the sale of this item will go to the etsy for animals team charity of the month.



Right now in my shop I have items for sale to contribute to AWBAR, Rolling Dog Ranch Animal Sanctuary, Houston SPCA (Hurricane Ike), Humane Society of Eastern NC, the EFA charity of the month and Pumpkin. I have been involved in rescue work for close to 40 years and my own little family consists of 8 rescued critters, including a cat who is 21 years old!!

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Boo Cat Magnet by CoraMarieBoutique




Decorate your refrigerator for Halloween with this cute Boo cat magnet. This magnet is beautifully handmade out of plastic canvas and yarn. Has a magnet on the back. Size: 4" x 4 1/2"

Saturday, October 25, 2008

Crocheted Pet BED with Pillow by pollyspawprint


I made this adorable crocheted pet bed from a vintage pattern book. It can be used by a kitty or small dog or puppy. I made this one with a cute kitty 100% cotton print. Mischievous kitties are holding fishbowls with the caption "No Fishing Allowed". It's background is lime green with blue and yellow stripes topped with brown kitties and blue fishbowls. I backed it with a soft lime green fleece (which can be put face up during the colder months for warmth). I've filled the pillow just right with soft 100% polyester fill.


Your kitty will love curling up on it for his afternoon nap! For the crocheted bed, I used triple yarns for the sides to make it sturdy; one lime green, one forest green and a multi-color consisting of yellow, blue and lime green. I crocheted the bottom using double yarns; lime green and forest green. I finished it off by winding a bright satin ribbon, with smiling dog and cat faces, through the outside of the bed and made cheerful bows on either side of the opening.


This bed measures 12 inches in width X 18 inches in length X 4 inches high. I can make a custom order bed in any of the prints seen in my other listings if you prefer. Larger sizes can also be made for an additional charge.


Friday, October 24, 2008

Doublestuff by jmcguiness


The proceeds of this photo card (after fees and shipping) directly go to the Forgotten Angels Sanctuary in Griswold, Connecticut. (http://www.forgottenangelsinc.org/)


This pretty little lady is our entry for the EFA October Challenge, for Halloween Cats.


Title: "Doublestuff"

Photo Greeting CardArtist: Jen McGuinness

Size: 4x6 photograph mounted to a 5x7 blank, white card.

Comes with envelope. Card is sealed in plastic to protect the image.


Photograph printed on Ilford pearl paper.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Is that Scary Cat or Scardy Cat? by Midnightrabbits



Halloween Treat. This Bright Orange Bag has an appliqued Black Cat on the front. Underneath the cat is a scattering of tiny starry brads. What a hellraiser. The back is decorated with the numbers 13 and 777 in beads, with a scary picture of a cat-dog-werewolf type creature on a brad. It has a black cord shoulder length strap, and is fully lined in bright purple polyester. the bag is made of acrylic felt. It measures approx: 10x8inches (25x20cm), and the strap is 53inches (135cm). It has a zip top fastening. Purrrfect for storing your Halloween Treats.

As with all the items in my shop, it is vegan suitable.
100% of the proceeds will go to help Pumpkin the Cat.

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Halloween Cat-Nipper Beastie Cat by Uberdupercreartions

A wonky pillowy cat-nip creature for your beast friend. These cuddly cat-nip beasties are larger than a catnip toy and über fun for active kitties.


This fella is 12" from toe to ear tip. My cat attacks these with all fours while holding it in her mouth, and then does a couple of laps around the house before needing a nap. Sweet Dreams!

All new materials outside, polyfil & Organic Catnip filling.The second photo shows the fabric that I used for the back side of this kooky cat.

Washing not recommended because of the catnip inside, but you can wipe the outside with a damp cloth.Happy Halloween Cat Challenge EFA Team!

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Fraidy Cat - Hand Embellished ACEO by LolaLynn


This is a print of my original ACEO entitled "Fraidy Cat." It was created with EFA's October Challenge in mind. The theme being "Halloween Cats."


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 your art work will be signed and dated front and back and come in a protective covering.

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

Monday, October 20, 2008

Full Moon Feline sweatshirt OR tshirt by therustichome

This is our newest design for Fall / Winter.

Our little black kitty sits quietly in her favorite tree, enjoying the full moon.You may choose from a sweatshirt OR a t-shirt!Sweatshirt is long sleeved and tshirt is short sleeved.
Full Moon Feline is created with a block print I hand carved and we stamp each shirt by hand as well.Our fabric dyes are NONtoxic and completely permanent.They are soft and supple and become part of the fabric. They will NOT crack, peel, or come off with washing. Enjoy!!