New Real Fly Earrings just came out! I wanted to shine a bit more light on this item with 5 fun facts!
- These flies are ethically collected in my home. When living on a farm, there are so many flies around, so I pick up the insects when I find them.
- They are one of a kind! You will never find two flies that are the same; their sizes always vary!
- House flies typically live only 28 days, often dying from starvation or old age.
- Flies are viewed in various ways spiritually and religiously. In religion, they were often seen as signs of evil, rot, and decay; in Egyptian culture, they were also viewed as symbols of freedom, persistence, and adaptability.
- Flies taste with their feet!
Flies, overall, are very interesting insects despite being pests and occurring in large numbers. I choose to see the beauty in nature, even if insects like flies are usually frowned upon. Each earring I make is delicately handcrafted, and the fly is placed with respect. These are a super fun, unique way to show off your odd side and spark a conversation about our environment or nature!