How to Build a Ladybug House

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find a sturdy piece of cardboard in the form of a box or sheet.

   A shoebox or thick card-stock is a good weight.
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   Step 2: Cut out five 5 x 5 inch (12.5 x 12.5cm) squares from the cardboard.

   , One side should be free of a cover; this will form the entrance. , In case you didn't know, ladybugs are attracted to: light blue, pink and yellow.
   
   Here is one possible look you could try:
   Paint or cover the box in light blue.
   
   Paint or glue on pink and yellow flowers.
   
   The inside doesn't have to be painted, unless you really want it to be. ,, Ladybugs are really attracted to water.
   
   They spend their entire lifespan searching for it.
   
   So, it's a good idea to also make a tiny pool that will accompany the ladybug house, alongside it.
   
   Out of tin foil, create a pool that is about 5 inches (12.4cm) long and very, very shallow, like half the size of a ladybug.
   
   If you have a small Styrofoam plate, all the better! , Fill it with tap water (optional) .
   
   Add rocks, leaves, and/or dirt, but not too many or it will weigh down the house.
   
   Also add a lightly damp paper towel (don't put to much, it can harm it), folded up into the interior.
   
   Throw in some tiny crumbs of cheese,pieces of no citrus fruit, and/or meat for good measure. , Place the tiny pool right next to it.
   
   Spray the whole ladybug hotel with a sweet, fruity perfume (optional) , give it an hour or two, and you should see some ladybugs taking up residence! ,
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   Step 3: Tape the five pieces together to form a box shape.

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   Step 4: Decorate the ladybug's little house of wonder.

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   Step 5: Ensure that the little house dries completely before moving to the next steps.

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   Step 6: Add a water source.

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   Step 7: Prepare the water container.

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   Step 8: Place the ladybug's new house on a sturdy tree branch.

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   Step 9: Finished.

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