Quick answer

Strange Bedfellas enamel pins and stickers are small, low-cost collectibles that let you show off your favorite toy designs without buying another silicone piece. Start with one pin or sticker that matches a toy you already own, then add pieces as new drops appear. If you want a physical toy to pair with your merch, the Small Emme Egg Pair is the most affordable entry point at $15.50.

What are Strange Bedfellas enamel pins and stickers, exactly?

They are collectible merch items — enamel pins and stickers — featuring art from Strange Bedfellas toy designs. Unlike the silicone toys themselves, these are decorative items meant for display on bags, jackets, pin boards, laptops, or sticker sheets. They are not body-safe silicone and should not be used as toys. The appeal is the artwork: you get the character or shape of a design like Tyv, Emme Egg, or Slavermaw in a format you can carry every day.

How do enamel pins and stickers differ from the silicone toys?

The toys are silicone, body-safe, and made for use. The pins and stickers are merch — metal and enamel or adhesive vinyl — made for collecting and display. They serve completely different purposes. A pin might show a stylized version of a toy shape, but it is not a miniature toy. If you are looking for a functional silicone piece, you need to shop the toy categories (Tyv, Emme Egg, Slavermaw), not the merch. The upside is that merch costs far less, so you can enjoy the art without committing to a full-size silicone purchase.

Which Strange Bedfellas toy should I pair with my first pin or sticker?

If you already own a toy, match your merch to that design so your collection feels cohesive. If you are new to the brand and want a toy to go with your merch, start with the Small Emme Egg Pair. It is the smallest and least expensive option at $15.50 (compared to $25.00), and its soft 0030 firmness makes it a gentle introduction. For a larger piece, the Medium Tyv offers 7.25 inches of total length and a 2-inch widest shaft diameter, while the Large Slavermaw is the biggest at 9 inches total length with a 2.5-inch widest shaft diameter. Choose based on the size and firmness you are comfortable with — the merch itself does not depend on which toy you own.

How should I store and care for enamel pins and stickers?

Enamel pins: keep them on a pin board, canvas, or cork display away from direct sunlight and moisture. Metal can tarnish over time, especially if handled with oily fingers, so wipe pins with a soft dry cloth after wearing them. Avoid dropping them on hard surfaces, which can chip the enamel. Stickers: store unused stickers flat in a binder or folder, away from heat and direct sun. Once applied to a laptop, water bottle, or case, avoid repeated peeling and re-sticking — the adhesive weakens each time. If you want to reposition a sticker, warm it slightly with a hair dryer to loosen the glue, then press it onto the new surface while still warm.

Are these collectibles limited edition or restocked?

The catalog does not state whether individual pins or stickers are limited runs or restocked. If a design sells out, it may or may not return. The safe approach is to buy the designs you genuinely want when you see them rather than waiting for a restock that may not happen. For toys, the same logic applies: the Medium Tyv, Small Emme Egg Pair, and Large Slavermaw are listed with comparison prices, which often signals a current promotion rather than permanent pricing. Check the product page for the latest availability.

FAQ: Collecting Strange Bedfellas Art

Do enamel pins and stickers come with a toy purchase?

No. Pins and stickers are separate merch items. They are not included with silicone toys unless a specific product page says otherwise. Buy merch and toys separately; check each listing for what is included.

Can I use a silicone toy sticker on a toy?

No. Stickers are adhesive vinyl and not body-safe. Do not apply them to silicone toys or any surface that contacts skin during use. Keep stickers on laptops, bottles, and cases — never on toys.

Which toy is easiest to start with if I also want merch?

The Small Emme Egg Pair is the smallest and least expensive at $15.50. It is soft (0030) and 2.5 inches total length, so it pairs well with a first pin or sticker without a big spend. Start with the Emme Egg if you are new; size up to Tyv or Slavermaw later.

How do I keep pins from scratching?

Store pins on a soft backing or pin board, not loose in a drawer. Separate metal backs from pin faces to avoid scratches. A dedicated pin board protects the enamel finish.

Are the toys and merch restocked together?

The catalog does not say. Toy restocks and merch restocks may follow different schedules. Watch the product pages for updates. If you want a specific design, buy it when you see it.

Toy details worth knowing if you collect the art

  • Small Emme Egg Pair -- Soft silicone -- E-2094: Small Emme Egg Pair — Soft (0030) silicone, total length 2.5 inches, widest circumference 6 to 7 inches depending on style, widest diameter 1.75 to 2 inches. The lowest-cost toy in the catalog at $15.50, making it the easiest way to own a physical piece that matches your merch.
  • Medium Tyv -- Near Clear 31* silicone -- T-5736: Medium Tyv — Near Clear 31* silicone, total length 7.25 inches, useable length 6 inches, head diameter 1.3 inches, widest shaft diameter 2 inches. A mid-size option with a distinct near-clear look; the 2-inch widest shaft diameter is a meaningful step up from the Emme Egg.
  • Large Slavermaw -- Medium silicone -- SLM-46: Large Slavermaw — Medium (0050) silicone, total length 9 inches, useable length 7.75 inches, tip diameter 2 inches, widest shaft diameter 2.5 inches. The largest toy here; its 2.5-inch widest shaft diameter and medium firmness suit experienced users, not beginners.