Last year we were on our way home from dinner one cold, winter evening when the car in front of us almost hit a dog that had ran across the street. Thinking that I recognized the dog from a missing pet flyer, we stopped to see if we could help. Unfortunately, the dog took off running and we could not catch up to him or her. While walking back to the car, we noticed that a small cat had begun following us. Once we neared the vehicle, this tiny little kitten tried to climb its way into the engine of the vehicle to get warm. Knowing that the overnight forecast was to include snow and temperatures far below freezing, we couldn’t leave this sweet little animal outside to fend for himself. We took him in overnight and, the next morning I made the rounds with our local police department, veterinarian, and humane society in an attempt to locate his potential owners though all of this was to no avail. Though we were not really planning on welcoming a new pet into our family, unfortunately, none of the local shelters had any space for another stray cat. One did set up an appointment to take him in at a later date when space would be available but they had asked us if we could look after him for a few weeks until that date. Flash forward a few weeks and, of course, our entire family had grown close to this new little feline. After bringing him to his appointment and getting him all squared away with his health, he officially became ours and we’ve loved every second of it.
Needless to say, he now being the second of our two cats, the feline community and the coinciding animal rescue organizations like the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) have a special place in my heart.
This year, to help benefit the ASPCA, Fresh Step has launched its Feline Arts Council bringing together and creating a panel of the top minds in feline fine arts to celebrate cats as a creative muse for all forms of pop and high culture.
“The Council boasts the brain-trust of Erica Domesek, founder of SIY lifestyle brand P.S. – I made this…; Eileen Hanavan, cat expert of the ASPCA; Katherine Dore, Sundance Channel’s executive producer of branded content; Smita Peri, brand manager of Fresh Step, and famed and adored Luna the Fashion Kitty.”
Following the 2nd annual Catdance Film Festival and its winning film, “Ricky,” – a sweet story narrated by a spunky and adorable 7-year-old named Willa about the bond between a dog and a newly adopted cat – they’ve launched a wonderful line of limited-edition, “purr-worthy” feline-inspired fashion items. With five different beautiful items available, each and every piece is a great purchase because 100% of the proceeds go directly toward benefitting the ASPCA.
Recently they sent me the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace from the collection and I couldn’t be happier.
“Flaunt your purr-fect style with an elegant cat-inspired necklace. The Fresh Step Feline Arts Council bestowed its seal on this sleep sterling silver cat pendant necklace design by Sara Pocius. It can be ordered online and 100 percent of the $60 purchase price will benefit the ASPCA.”
This necklace, though simple, is still quite stunning. As much as I love it and what it represents, I plan on gifting it to a family member of mine. I have a cousin that, much like the members of the ASPCA, has dedicated her life to the well-being of animals (cats in particular). After starting up her own non-profit organization and caring for a plethora of cats over the years, sharing with her a beautiful piece from the Feline Arts Council collection was a no brainer. Not only are you able to don an elegant jewelry piece but this collection gives you the opportunity to spark-up conversation about a wonderful cause.
In addition to the necklace, you can also find these other great items:
- Cute Cat Phone Case
- Cat-Eared Black Lace Headband
- Catdance Film Festival Tee
- Meow Cuff
I love that the Fresh Step Feline Arts Council has released all of these wonderful limited-time items in support of such a wonderful cause. Hurry to get them before this limited-time offer runs out so that you, too, can stand in unison with us in support of all the wonderful things that the ASPCA does for cats and all animals across the country.
BUY:
You can purchase limited-time items from the Fresh Step Feline Arts Council collection direct from their website as well as the Catdance page within ASPCA Online Store while supplies last. Prices start as low as $10.
CONNECT:
Be sure to keep up with Fresh Step and the ASPCA via social media on their individual Facebook and Twitter pages:
Here, you will be able to stay up to date on all of the latest news, new product releases, sale prices, ways that you can help, fun promotions, giveaways, and more!
And, speaking of giveaways…
How would you like to win one of these outstanding pieces and join me in supporting all of the wonderful things that, both, the ASPCA and Fresh Step are doing? Right now, you can do just that!
THE GIVEAWAY
One (1) winner will receive their choice of product from the Fresh Step Feline Arts Council collection.
Giveaway open to US residents only. Ends 5/12/14. ARV of up to $60.
No purchase necessary. Open to residents of US only. Giveaway ends **May 12th, 2014** at 9:00 p.m. (PST). ONE ENTRANT PER HOUSEHOLD/IP Address! I check all entries – cheating will not be tolerated. Winner will be notified via email and needs to reply within 48 hours, or a new winner will be chosen. Please make sure you check your spam folder – I will not be responsible if you did not receive winning email notification. Winners name(s) will be displayed on the post, and will also be posted on Winners List shortly after drawing has occurred. Winners will be chosen randomly by Rafflecopter. Screenshots of winners available by request. Prize will be shipped directly from sponsor or their PR Agency unless otherwise noted. Eighty MPH Mom is not responsible for prizes lost in transit, although every attempt will be made for prize delivery.
**By entering this giveaway, you confirm that you have read and agree to my giveaway rules. Sponsor reserves the right to limit one prize per person/household (of this item/prize pack). Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery of prize {though it is usually much sooner}. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook. We hereby release Facebook of any liability. Odds of winning: The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. All prizes will be awarded. Void where prohibited by law.
*Randi received the above product(s), free of charge, to facilitate this review. All opinions are those of the reviewer only.
70 Responses
I fucking love that necklace. Like, maybe I shouldn’t swear but that’s how much I like it! The t-shirt is my second favorite thing, but I really just like that this is high-quality art that’s functional and supports a great cause!
I like the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace. It is so delicate looking and very feminine
I like the Purrty Pendant Necklace because it is so graceful and pretty. I love cats and have three right now. They each have their own distinct personality.
I love the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace. It is super cute! Plus it’s a classic piece that you could wear with so many outfits. It is totally my style.
I like the necklace. It looks like it would make a good conversation starter.
I like the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace it just beautiful
I like the Cat-Eared Black Lace Headband the most because I love head accessories and this is so unique and cute!
I love the Cat Ears. I had a set I would wear everyday in the late 90’s.
I love the catdance shirt. its defiantly my style.
I like the CatDance Tee. I think my daughter would love it.
I love the meow hot pink bracelet! I could see myself wearing this!
I like the Catdance Film Festival Tee because I could actually really use and wear it to spread awareness about the ASPCA. It is a cool conversation starter
I like all the pieces but I really love that 100% of the $60 purchase price on the necklace will benefit the ASPCA
I like the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace because it is so simplistic and can go with anything.
The necklace b/c it’s gorgeous but I also love the catdance t-shirt
I like the FESTIVE T shirt.
I love the necklace. It’s so dainty.
I love the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace! It is gorgeous and whenever I got a compliment on it, it would give me an excuse to mention ASPCA and all the good work they do for animals.
I love the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace because of the art design
I would definately choose the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace. I have 3 cats and I would simply love to wear the necklace to show how much I love cats.
I like the Catdance Film Festival Tee because it is something I would get a lot of wear out of.
I like the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace because I think it is a unique design.
I like the Cat-Eared Black Lace Headband. It’s super cute and would look darling on. Thanks.
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the shirt and necklace are tops for me, awwee-some!!!!
I would choose the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace because it is something that I would wear everyday. The beautiful necklace would go with just about any outfit.
My favorite of the Feline Arts Council items is the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace. I like that its lines beautifully capture the grace of a cat. Simply lovely!
I love the necklace because being a mom to 2 cats this is a way to keep them close to my heart, plus I love the silver design.
I love the t-shirt. I love it so much that I already have one. I’ve worn it a few times and it is very comfortable. The necklace would look great with the shirt.
I really like the necklace, it is so classy and elegant looking 🙂
I love the necklace because it’s adorable!
I like the Catdance Film Festival Tee best because it is funky and I love tshirts.
I like the cat necklace the best. The shape is so cute and I love necklaces.
My girlfriend would love it if I won the necklace for her. She is a big cat fan.
My favorite is definitely the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace, it’s really pretty and I like the open design.
I like the purr-ty pendant necklace. It’s so elegant! Thanks for hosting!
I like the Purrty Pendant necklace because I could wear it the most.
The Cute Cat Phone Case is awfully cute, but my favorite is the necklace. Simple and classy.
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I like the Tee Shirt because the cat graphic is cute
I like the pendant Sterling Silver Necklace because it is very unique.
I love the Cat-eared black lace headband because I love headbands and i could wear this to work.
My favorite piece is the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace from the Fresh Step Feline Arts Council because I love silver jewelry.
Cat Ears because they are cute and I would so wear those.
I love the Cat Ears
I can’t decide between the Catdance Festival T shirt and the Pendant. I like them both equally and I like that they support the SPCA. Cat lover here. 🙂
I think the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace is beautiful and captures the grace and dignity of cats purrfectly.
i like the Catdance Film Festival Tee so i can show my love for cats
I like the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace. It’s cute and I think its an item I would get a lot of use out of.
The Catdance Film Festival Tee is cute!
I love the necklace the most because it’s beautiful. I would give it to my sister though.
I really like the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace. I could wear it with so many things
I like Luna the Fashion Kitty, Fabulous Cat and Catster Columnist, because she is a cat, and that’s silly.
i like the catdance film fest shirt because it looks like something i would wear…..
I love the attitude of the cat on the phone case. Thank you
I like the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace the best because it can be worn practically everyday and would go with just about anything. I’m sure a lot of cat lovers would like it and get loads of compliments on it.
I love the phone case! It’s really cute and a great way to show your support.
The Purr-ty pendant necklace is super cute. I could wear that with a ton of things and support the ASPCA and be fashionable at the same time!
I like the Catdance Film Festival Tee because of the cool colors & its something I would enjoy wearing 🙂
I like the Cute Cat Phone Case. My daughter just got her first cell phone and loves cats.
I love the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace because it is so dainty and cute and I love cats
i like to get the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace for my wife swhe loves out fur babies.
Hi Randi,
I stumbled upon your review and just wanted to say thank you so much for your kind words about my Cat necklace design. 🙂 I hope your cousin adores it! And good luck to all the giveaway entrants — everything chosen by the Feline Arts Council is super cute!
Cheers,
Sara
I like the Meow Cuff. Our daughter loves cats and cuffs.
I like the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace because it’s simple and classic.
I like the Cute Cat Phone Case! So Cute!
I adore the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace. I love how elegant it is, and I love pretty necklaces.
I like the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace,so pretty.
I love the Purr-ty Pendant Necklace the most, I think it beautiful and I love jewelry the most
I like the Catdance Film Festival Tee. It has a cool retro vibe to it that I’m digging!
Love the Catdance Film Festival tee, cute design and looks super soft too!