beaded toy

[tigerlily85258]

is it ok to use fimo beads for a toy and how do i get my bird to stop getting her foot stuck in her beaded toy when i make her a new one should i tie the knot smaller so the beads cant move?

[Pippin's mom]

I'm not familiar with that type of bead. Could you tell us more about it..maybe post a pic? Or maybe someone who does know this bead will be along soon.:)

[tigerlily85258]

its made from clay that is cooked in an oven...also what about the little chepy mardigra beads are thoughs ok?im new to makeing my own bird toys...i havent bought the bead yet so sorry i cant post a pic.

[Deuce81]

Fimo is a name for a brand of polymer clay made by Eberhard Faber. According to a 2002 U.S.PIRG report Fimo contains polyvinyl chloride (PVC) mixed with phthalate. Though other brands of polymer clay exist, Fimo is the best known. The material comes in many different colors; there are many finishes to choose from, and even a softener to use with it because it can be hard to work. It is used for making many things, including jewelry, accessories, and small trinkets. Once shaped, Fimo is baked in a standard or toaster oven for about 30 minutes at 110°C to harden it. Once baked, it can be cut, drilled, painted, sanded, and sliced thin.


I believe PVC is toxic to birds if they eat any of it it. So it may not be a good idea.

[Pippin's mom]

Thanks Deuce!:)

I would stick with natural wood beads that don't have any finishes on them. You can dye them with food coloring to make them colorful. Plastic beads are also fine..make sure they aren't too small so they don't swallow them.

[tigerlily85258]

i have ones that i use for rope bracelets that are about a quarter inch so there pretty big...i have wooden ones too but i think they have a glaze on them

[Pippin's mom]

I wouldn't risk using glazed beads. The other beads you mentioned sound fine though.:)

[tigerlily85258]

ok thanks,how about the mardigra ones?i was going to hang themfrom the top of the cage so she could clime up from the bottom...i can post a pic if you want

[Pippin's mom]

A pic would help.:)

[tigerlily85258]

kk,sorry there rather suck-ish.im afraid they may chip so im probably going to h=get her a thing of chain or robe to climb instead

[Pippin's mom]

kk,sorry there rather suck-ish.im afraid they may chip so im probably going to h=get her a thing of chain or robe to climb instead

Are they solid or is there a coating that will eventually flake off?

[tigerlily85258]

solid........

[atvchick95]

I use Pvc pipe all the time none of my birds have been hurt by it MOST of the toys/ perches in Drsfosterandsmith.com are made of PVC pipe

I use Craft beads, and wooden beads for my toys

[tigerlily85258]

ok thanks ill try that

[aka.pody]

I just use the plastic beads that you get at a craft store. They're non toxic and colorful. In fact some of the beads I use look just like the ones on the swing. Is there a craft store you can take a look in. They have all sort of stuff you can use for bird toys.
Just be sure the beads are either knotted between each one or together tight so they don't get caught in any of them. I like to use twine. If you do use craft wire be sure that there are no ends sticking out anywhere.
I only use the plastic beads and buttons. I never thought to use wooden beads. I'll have to check that out.
I'm always concerned about cage safety so I double check every single knot. One minor mishap taught me that. On a hanging toys I like to have a little twine hanging. Not too long so they don't get their feet knotted if they try to climb it.

[tigerlily85258]

ok thanks,and yes the ones on her swing i did myself and they camein the big bucket.i live in the craft store pretty much between my moms beading and my crafting.i never though of twine though.i just use leftover wire from my moms bracelets.

[Pippin's mom]

If they are solid they should be fine...they like shiney things.:) I use hemp for my toys..works great!

[tigerlily85258]

yep i do to,thanks for all the help!!!