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| Our beadlebugs are handcrafted tactile sculptures, sturdy and touchable,
but not meant to be toys. Beadlebugs are not recommended for small
children unless supervised by an adult. |
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· Unique Beads ·
Beadlebug designs and colors are constantly evolving, slight variations
are to be expected.
Some bugs may not be exactly as pictured due to bead availability
and variations in handmade beads. We use what is on hand, or special-order
beads as we need them.
Prices, designs, and order codes are subject to change.
Although we can easily duplicate the color scheme and style of any
beadlebug, some of our creatures include unique art glass beads. If
the original bug has been sold, we do our best to find beads to make
a close replica. |
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· Care and Handling of your Beadlebug ·
To pick up a spider or ant, gently grasp the head and tail between
your thumb and forefinger. Dragonflies and scorpions are best held
at the base of the tail. Please note-- beadlebugs are sturdy and take
a lot of bending to actually break; however, they quickly lose their
shape if you drop them on the floor. Handle with care. If your cat
sits on your bug, you should be able to gently reshape it.
A soft paintbrush works well to dust your bug and remove hair. Water
will not hurt most of our bugs, but they do not enjoy getting wet.
Your beadlebug's feet allow it to cling easily to a lampshade or other
fabric. For a more secure grip, slightly open the foot wires-- one
at a time-- insert into fabric and gently press shut. Do not
straighten the wire completely as this may cause the beads to fall
off. Warning: flattening your bug to try to pin it to your lapel will
compromise the integrity of the creature. It may never be the same.
Giving it a ride on your knit hat, however, keeps your bug healthy. |
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| Beadlebugs are inspired by and modelled after real bugs. Insects,
arachnids, crustaceans, and trilobites (whose closest living relative
is the horseshoe crab) are included in the largest branch of the animal
kingdom, the arthropods. Learn more about arthropod classification
at the Tree
of Life project. |
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