“…because every dog deserves a happy ending.“

Shortly after I reopened my shop this February, I received an Etsy conversation from Renee, a member of the fundraising committee for an animal organization I was unfamiliar with. After some research through various charity guides and visiting the organization’s website, I was quite impressed with what I saw.

Based in San Francisco, Muttville.org is a wonderful organization dedicated to “changing how the way world thinks and treats older dogs and to create better lives for them through rescue, foster and hospice.”

I have a special affinity for older dogs so I immediately connected with this organization’s mission and made four necklaces for their “Moolah For Mutts” 2009 fundraiser this coming June.

Click the links above to find out more about this great organization and how to help them.

The photos above show the pieces I made especially for Muttville. Special thanks to glass artist, Marcy Lamberson, for donating the shaggy dog bead, and especially to glass artist, Janet Crosby, for her continued support and generosity. The black silver-core paw print bead shown above was a present from her.

The photos below show my packaging process. Enjoy!

Giving Wisely. Whenever you’re contacted by a nonprofit organization you’re unfamiliar with and asked to make a donation, it’s always a good idea to verify their legitimacy and find out more about them before you give. Here are some of the websites I regularly use to check out any charity organization:

GuideStar
U.S. National BBB
Charity Navigator
American Institute of Philanthropy

Lastly, the donation docs page has been updated with my most recent donation made from 1st quarter sales from my Etsy shop – a check to the National Canine Cancer Foundation in memory of sweet Spencer.

Thanks so much for stopping by. Until next time – take care & stay well.

New goodies have been added to my Etsy shop. The whimsical, one-of-a-kind dog bone bracelet above is oh so fun and sure to bring a smile to your face. It’s chock full of special beads by favorite Lampwork artist, Dawn White. Don’t you just love her work? I adore them!

I also listed a new item in my Etsy shop — anti-tarnish Sterling Silver Jewelry Pouches.

These anti-tarnish pouches have a few extras that other Etsy shops who sell a similar product don’t offer. They’re padded for extra protection which makes them great for travel. And they’re lined with Pacific Silvercloth, the premier tarnish protection fabric. It’ll protect your silver jewelry and keep it shiny and tarnish free until the fabric literally disintegrates. Now that’s a loooong time!

Check ‘em out! Just click the photos to view each item.

I belong to the EFA (Etsy For Animals) Street Team at Etsy.com. We are a 500+ member team made up of artists and craftspeople who love animals and seek to use our talents to help and assist in promoting the humane treatment of animals and animal welfare.

Many of us donate a portion of our sales to various animal non-profits and charities worldwide.

One hundred percent of the proceeds sold from the EFA store go to the charity of the month, which is chosen by members and rotates every 30 days.

I recently donated the pieces pictured above and another bone necklace here. These pieces are made with the same quality of materials used in the jewelry I offer in my own shop — but at a very special EFA discounted rate.

The cat necklace in the first photo has already been sold, but two dog bone necklaces are still available. Please check them out when you get the chance.

By shopping at the EFA store, not only do you buy a wonderful, handmade item – you help us help the animals and possibly even save lives – a win/win situation for all.

*Wags + Purrs* to you for stopping by!