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jadalmation
01-21-2011, 06:06 AM
hey :)

made a toy yesterday for pongo, and now want to make a few more for him and for the others. My issue is that whether its better to use string of chain? i wonder if there legs could get caught in string, or if they chew it itl be bad for them?

Here are the chains i am considering getting, what do you think?

Impex 7 Links per Inch Silver Coloured Chain - Arts and Crafts Products | HobbyCraft (http://direct.hobbycraft.co.uk/products-Impex-7-Links-per-Inch-Silver-Coloured-Chain_11200.htm)
Impex 7 Links per Inch Aqua Chain - Arts and Crafts Products | HobbyCraft (http://direct.hobbycraft.co.uk/products-Impex-7-Links-per-Inch-Aqua-Chain_246981.htm)

and also as for the glue i can use, would this one be suitable?

Glue Pens 10 piece pack - Arts and Crafts Products | HobbyCraft (http://direct.hobbycraft.co.uk/products-Glue-Pens-10-piece-pack_335953.htm)

and for using clips, would something like this be damaging?

Beads Unlimited Findings Swivel Clip Small - Arts and Crafts Products | HobbyCraft (http://direct.hobbycraft.co.uk/products-Beads-Unlimited-Findings-Swivel-Clip-Small_288751.htm)

internet_nobody
01-21-2011, 06:28 AM
The swivelly clips are fine - I use them on my mouse toys. Chain is probably better than string, as a ham will quickly chew through string, and synthetic fibres can cause internal problems if swallowed.

I'm not sure about the glue, it does say non-toxic so I think it should be OK, I think it would probably just be PVA?

jadalmation
01-21-2011, 07:28 AM
:)

would the coloured chain be okay?