Handmade/DIY Silk Aquarium Greenery

[staceyanna]

Newbie question here... I looked on eBay last night and I saw a number of seller's selling silk aquarium greenery that is apparently HANDMADE by them. And they state this in the auction. I saw a total of 3 separate sellers before starting to wonder if I can make these myself rather then pay them the $11+ s/h that they are charging per... Some even advertise the grenery as "custom made" making it to match whatever length/size specifications you request.

Does anyone know how to go about making your own silk aquarium plants? A google search proved useless as I got a million and one results about silk vs plastic.

 

[jaenelle]

I don't have any help to offer, but I'm giving this a bump as I'm interested to hear what anyone has to say!

 

[sands]

It would be nice if you could make them, as the ones in the lfs are certainly pricey. I guess the important thing is knowing if the material you use is safe for the fish. I do like the look of the "silk" ones better than the plastic - they look more authentic, and it seems like they would feel better when cruising by 'em.

 

[greendeltatke]

I've always used regular silk plants from dollar stores. You can buy them cheaper than you can make them. I really liked a pothos vine that had a wire center so I could bend it to any position. As long as the wire isn't exposed (it can rust) it will be fine in your tank. I rinse them well first, of course.