weirdbuglady
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Announcement I am not currently taking new custom orders, if you are interested please message me and I will get back to you when I'm able to! Thanks!
Announcement
I am not currently taking new custom orders, if you are interested please message me and I will get back to you when I'm able to! Thanks!
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John on Jan 28, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI love my items! They have both exceeded my expectations. We watch Netflix together often. 🙏🏼
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Tilhana on Jan 21, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThis is exactly what I expected based on the description. The "magical" planarian is my son's new favorite toy.
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Cecil on Nov 27, 2021
5 out of 5 starsArrived very quickly, and my partner really loved it! I'm very glad to have found such a nice planarian plush :-)
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Maré on Aug 26, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis is perfect for my dorm room! Thank you for such a fun piece!
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Lyla on Aug 5, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI've loved Weird Bug Lady's art for over a decade. She made us some beautiful custom pillows that I treasure. Highly recommend anything from her shop!
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About weirdbuglady
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Tardigrade
"Is it the bugs that are weird, or you?"
There have been two constants in my life: my love for insects, and my desire to create.
By second grade I was selling my drawings to my friends for 25 cents each. In third grade I showed up to "career day" with my butterfly net. My science teachers all thought I would grow up to be a scientist. My art teachers all thought I would be an artist.
It wasn't until I reached college that I adopted my grandmother's sewing machine. Inspired by my zoology courses, I set out to combine my two passions.
I have achieved my dream of a PhD in entomology and evolutionary biology, and I am now a science teacher. With outreach and education on my mind, sewing is one more outlet for invertebrate education, joy, and wonder.
Shop members
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Brigette
Owner, Maker, Designer
I am an entomologist, science teacher, and artist.
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns
I don't accept exchanges or cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Digital downloads
- Items on sale
Returns and exchange details
Payment
I accept Paypal, credit cards, and Etsy gift cards through direct checkout.
Attention CONNECTICUT residents
6.35% Sales tax will be added automatically during checkout.
CUSTOM ORDER PAYMENTS
For custom orders I require the entire payment up front. This will occur after we discuss and agree upon the order.
Shipping
All orders are shipped first class with delivery confirmation and insurance. Priority shipping is also available at checkout.
INTERNATIONAL
I will ship anywhere in the world! I fill out customs forms truthfully (I will not put "gift"), and any customs fees incurred are your responsibility.
Additional policies and FAQs
Have limited availability. Please see my shop announcement (or look for the custom order button) to determine if I am currently accepting custom orders.
Pricing varies greatly depending on the size and complexity of the piece. Something small with a lot of details may take more time than something large and simple. I recommend looking at items currently in my shop to get an idea of prices - they range from $35 to $200+. I am happy to give a quote.
ALLERGENS
I own my home, where there is no smoking or use of scented cleaning products.
I do have furry pets: two rabbits, and three cats.
CPSIA (child safety testing)
While my materials are CPSIA compliant, since each item is handmade, my plushies have not undergone testing as childrens' toys. I am a registered small-batch manufacturer through the CPSC (Registration Number: 021413-022021). My plushies are not for children under 3. If you have any concerns over parts (such as safety eyes or appendages) please send me a convo before purchasing.
More information
Frequently asked questions
Help! I need a plush of my favorite creature! Can you help?
Maybe! I take custom requests on a limited basis, and will announce on my shop page when they are available.
How do custom orders work?
If you see that I am currently accepting custom orders, please contact me. I will provide you with a link to a request form - be prepared with the name of the organism and your preferred size, color(s), and price range. That will allow me to provide an accurate quote! After we discuss and agree upon a quote, I will create a custom listing you can purchase. After purchase, I will create your item. I will send a photo of the completed item for your approval, and then ship.
How tough are these plushies, anyway?
My plushies are made with a combination of hand and machine stitching. They are not recommended for rough play, or as dog chew toys. However, they should hold up to regular, gently play or as an office decoration. I recommend spot cleaning only.
How are they packaged?
All plushies and punch needle crafts are wrapped in colorful tissue paper, and sealed in a bubble-lined poly mailer.
Do you use any patterns?
I have designed all of my own patterns, for both plushies and punch needle. While some I consider "trade secrets", others I offer for sale in my shop, so you can make your own!
What materials do you use?
For my plushies - fleece fabric, felt fabric, polyfil stuffing, plastic safety eyes, thread, and cotton tracking labels.
For my punch needle - acrylic yarn, 50/50 wool/acrylic yarn, monk's cloth, felt fabric, fleece fabric, and cotton labels.