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Year 2

Journal Entry: Wed Aug 31, 2011, 6:26 PM
  • Mood: Love
Just started the second year of my PhD... ahhhhhh!!!!

Classes, teaching, research, crossfit, my pets, my sewing business, my boyfriend... I barely have time to breathe.

But that's ok... right?


And while the insect collecting season is winding down, I'll put this out there for next year: if any of you are collecting insects with a blacklight for your own research/fun... if you're able to identify moths in the genus Acronicta, and are willing to send me females or hold them til they lay eggs and send the eggs to me, I would be most appreciative!! I've had a lot of collecting help so far and it's really bringing my research possibilities to another level. I'm raising lots of caterpillars and gaining a lot of life history information.

I will also try to keep up with my blog, if you want to learn more about caterpillars, check out www.caterpillarblog.com

:)

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I am an entomology graduate student and crafter. I make plush bugs and study real ones.
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My prices for custom plushies depend on the size and complexity of the species in question.

These are my general minimum prices:
Small (6" to 9"): $35
Medium (10" to 15"): $50
Large (16"+): $80

The prices go up from there (or down, if something is quite simple) depending on how many body parts and details there are, especially if it requires a lot of hand sewing.

I take requests for most types of animals, including insects, arachnids, other invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and extinct creatures. I generally don't do mammals or birds unless they're really quite fascinatingly strange. I do NOT do make believe creatures or puppies, kittens, bunnies, etc.

For quotes or more details please send me a note.

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I sell through my shop on Etsy.com to keep my sales in one place. It is quick and easy to sign up.

1) Through notes here or conversations on Etsy, we will discuss and confirm details, ensuring you are satisfied with the price quote. Your country and zip code will ensure I can give an accurate shipping quote. I will also give a time estimate for completion.
2) Let me know what email address you use for Paypal to send an invoice to. You will either pay the full price up front, or half up front and half upon completion. This is your choice.
3) After receiving payment, I will complete the order, giving updates as I go along.
4) I will make a listing on Etsy, reserved for you, which has photos of the final item. I will send you the link.
5) If you opted for the half payment, I will send a Paypal invoice for the second payment.
6) You will then through the motions of the Etsy purchase without paying, choosing "other" as payment at checkout. Please ensure you provide the correct shipping address. This will keep a record of our transaction and allow for feedback.
7) Ensuring you are satisfied with the photos and payment has been received, I will ship your order (domestic orders - I will provide the tracking number).
8) Once you have received your order, let me know of any issues through Etsy convo. Feedback through Etsy is always appreciated!

*****Shipping and taxes******
Shipping is done through first class with delivery confirmation, OR priority mail (depending on the weight, and if you desire a faster shipping time). Delivery confirmation only applies to orders within the US.

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.

Connecticut residents: 6% sales tax will be applied.

Should you be unsatisfied with your purchase in any way, please contact me. I will accept returns and offer a refund if the item is returned in its original condition. I may also be willing to alter the item or exchange it.

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*Soulful-Purple-Wolf 4 days ago  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
Love your creative invertebrates!!! So awesome!

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~theawesomeflee Apr 28, 2012  Hobbyist General Artist
My god you are a genious

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~Orima-Kazooie Apr 28, 2012  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
Sorry for the random out of nowhere comment, but I think I know a site you'd like.
Have you ever heard of The Insidious Bogleech? The Biology section would be just your cup of tea, I think.

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OH my gosh!!!! I love Bugs! especially spiders! Wich I know are arachnids not bugs, but you get the gist! anyway, at school, I am the freaky critter girl...

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:iconweirdbuglady:
Awesome!

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~cocoabeanbrunetti Feb 25, 2012  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
Just loving your gallery. :)

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*christyrenee Feb 25, 2012   Artisan Crafter
Your work is so amazing! :) So glad I came across your bearded dragon plushie, quite enjoyed browsing through your gallery. :)

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~CaptainHoers Feb 15, 2012  Hobbyist Digital Artist
As a third year zoology undergrad about a week away from a spot test about invertebrates, I find your plushies at once amusing, accurate and informative. Just stumbled across them while looking for reference images for pterobranchs xD
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:iconweirdbuglady:
Awesome! Good luck on your test! I got my bachelors in zoology, it was a ton of fun.

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Mood: Love ~DemonicSyco Feb 13, 2012  Professional General Artist
Beautiful work!!!! :D

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