Finding an item for Big/Lil Sis week

[SouthernXO]

So like alot of the girls in my pledge class, I'm pre-planning for our big sis/lil sis week. What I really want to find is a huge, oversized, margarita glass and put a beta fish in it for one of the days that we give gifts. However, I cannot find the glass to save my life. I've seen it in restaurants for their speciality margaritas, but I can't find them in regular retail. Anyone seen them around the stores this summer? Thanks.

[LightBulb]

That is going to be adorable! Hehe, I want a fish for my dorm.. or a turtle (my chapter symbol).

But sorry, don't know where to buy something like that.

[UCFStefanie]

The only places that I have ever seen them at is Walmart or Bed bath and beyond. Try there.

[IUPphimu]

Try Pier One! Also, my campus bookstore carries large glasses such as the one you describe with the school crest.

Great idea!

deb

[tunatartare]

Try a craft store like Michael's or AC Moore.

[chideltjen]

Joanns had them at the store they have here. It's the big superstore, so that may be why. You can start there I suppose.

[emleepc]

You might try a restaurant supply store as well.....

[ECUJacob]

You have pledge classes in July?!

[PinkSigma3]

Yep, I started buying all my little's stuff this summer bc I actually have a full time job during the summer and if I'm lucky I'll have a 2-3 day a week job during school.
I have a few things yet to buy, but I LOVE the beta fish idea!

[honeychile]

Am I the only one kinda worried about the fish, like how long would one live in a marguerita glass? Or are you planning a massive "burial at sea" as part of the gift?

[KillarneyRose]

Originally posted by honeychile
Am I the only one kinda worried about the fish, like how long would one live in a marguerita glass? Or are you planning a massive "burial at sea" as part of the gift?

Bettas are solitary fish that feel most comfortable in a small space. An oversized margarita glass would be fine, sizewise.

SouthernXO, be aware that Bettas sometimes jump out of their bowls so you should get some kind of cover for the glass that allows air in. Maybe cut a piece of screen to size?

[gdigirlfriend]

lurker here, but I had to reply to this.

Bettas are NOT solitary fish, and contrary to popular opinion (and Petsmart! arg), they do not enjoy being in small spaces. As air breathers, they are able to survive in small spaces, but you could also live in a 5 foot box. It just would not be comfortable. In fact, living in such a small space will make them prone to a disease called finrot, unless the water is changed completely every day. Bettas are also jumpers- thus, you need a tank with a top, preferably. Dried up bettas under your feet are not fun. Finally, a tank needs to be AT LEAST a gallon (water changed every 3-4 days) and preferably at least 2.5 gallons. Why? Because bettas are tropical fish and need water around 73-76 degrees. You can not safely do this in a margarita glass.

Bettas are wonderful fish. But they are animals and pets, just like dogs or cats. Thus, they need care. Honestly, I think they are a bad gift idea because people don't know how to care for them. If you do give her a betta, maybe print out some care info for her and include it. Like I said, bettas are great, and can (and should) live up to 3 years in your care. Just take care of them correctly.

FYI, I have 3 male bettas (the type you typically see in pet stores) and 6 females. I have been an avid betta raiser for about 3 years.


a great website is www.livejournal.com/users/bettafishowners

or www.livejournal.com/bettas

[Taualumna]

Are fish really a good idea? Pets, including fish, aren't usually allowed in dorms.

[tunatartare]

Most colleges allow fish in dorms. Pets other than fish aren't allowed. Fish are pretty popular pets in my school especially betta fish, but that just may be because we don't have any other options.

[blueangel]

I had a parakeet when I was in the dorms at the University of Florida. My best friend down the hall had a bunny, a parrot, and a guinea pig.