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- Are the capes washable? What are they made of?
- Yes. Capes and thread are made from 100% polyester specifically for durability and washability. The magnets are high-quality neodymium-iron-boron (NdFeB) rare-earth magnets.
- Will the magnets stick to the inside of the washer and dryer?
- Maybe. Most washers and dryers have an aluminum drum inside. However, if you have a stainless steel drum, as many of the new washers and dryer do, the magnets will definitely stick. This does not seem to be as much of a problem in the washing machine as in the dryer. If you have a stainless steel dryer drum, we suggest air-drying. They are polyester, including the embroidery thread, so they do not take long to dry.
- Why do the capes have magnets in the collar?
- Many reasons! They are cool! They will come apart if the cape gets caught in something — unlike a cape that is tied on, which could be a choking hazard. Children can put the cape on "all by myself," without help from an grown up. Velcro™ wears out over time, and can scratch tender skin. Magnets will never wear out. They are cool!
- Why not just use Velcro™ for the collar?
- Children put their capes on and off and on and off and and and…. Velcro™ will wear out with this kind of use. It can also be stiff and scratchy. Magnets are not stiff and scratchy, and will not wear out with constant use. And did we mention magnets are cool?
- Will the magnets wear out over time, and are they dangerous?
- No, they will not wear out. Although our magnets are strong, the largest magnet we use (0.5" x 0.125") has a magnetic field of only a few inches. However, according to Rare Earth, individuals with pacemakers or internal medical devices should not handle strong rare-earth magnets. Studies have shown that magnetic fields can affect the operation of these devices. Strong rare-earth magnets should be kept at a safe distance from individuals with these devices. The Rare-Earth Magnetics Association is not aware of any positive or negative health effects from handling rare-earth magnets. We however recommend that pregnant women not handle very strong rare-earth magnets as a precaution. John E. Moulder, Ph.D., of the Medical College of Wisconsin has produced a comprehensive overview of the heath effects of static magnetic fields that we encourage our customers to read. This article is referenced by the World Health Organization as information for the general public on static magnetic fields.
- Can I iron the cape?
- Yes. You won't need to iron the cape unless it gets stuck to the sides of the dryer. If you need to iron it, make sure you use a low setting. Using a little steam is helpful.
- Is all the embroidery done by hand?
- Yes. Well...by hand? I guess no. We use an embroidery machine.
- What colors do you have?
- Capes: Red, Blue, Black, Yellow, Purple, Pink; Medallion: Red, Blue, Black, Yellow, Purple, Pink; Thread: Red, Blue, Black, Yellow, Purple, Pink, White (and we can special order any thread color you want)
- What sizes to you have?
- Teen capes are 41" long with a 20" neck, teddy capes are 11 1/2" long with a 10" neck, and pet capes come in all sizes
- My child is only two years old, aren't these capes a little big?
- No. Our capes are made to be floor length for the average sized 2½ year old. However, 2 year olds do not seem to fall (any more than normal) because of the couple of inches that the cape drags on the ground.
- My child is large for his age, will the neck fit him?
- Yes. Our neck size is 14", more than enough for a bigger child. However since we cut out each cape by hand, we can make a larger neck if you need it.
- Can I get a cape with a different length or width?
- Yes. We cut out the capes by hand, and can make any length or width you desire. Want a floor length wrap-around for a 6'7" basketball player? You got it!
- Do you have grown up sizes?
- Yes. We make grown up sizes in the same quality as our children’s capes.
- Can I order a cape with a custom picture on it?
- Yes. We have several pictures that are considered part of our standard offering. If you have a picture you wish us to use, we can usually accommodate. However, pictures have to be simple and distinct. Most photos are too complex to embroider. You can email a .jpg, .gif, .tif, or .bmp for us to digitize and embroider. Or mail us a picture that we can scan.
- What ages do you recommend the capes for?
- We find that boys live in their capes from about 2 to 5 years old. Most boys will continue to wear their cape till 6 or 7, but in "secret" at home. Then they start becoming interested in capes again after 20 (you can take the boy out of the cape, but you can't take the cape out of the man). Girls however, seem to wear capes right through high school. They don't seem to "live" in their capes like boys do, but they aren't as embarrassed as they get older.
- Aren't these just for Halloween?
- NO! No No NO NO! These capes are toys in the purest sense of the word. A toy that sparks the imagination, increases self-esteem, and be a great source of empowerment to a child who mostly has no control over things in the world.
