Bot Basics
Whether you’re giving a gift or building your collection, take a minute to learn how Lee Bots are made and how to care for them.
Finding Parts
Making bots takes a lot of supplies. Many come from antique stores and secondhand stores like Habitat for Humanity ReStores and Goodwill. People also donate old computers, radios and other electronics to us to mine for parts. What we don’t use is recycled at e-waste centers.
By fashioning loveable bots from unwanted materials, we keep them out of landfills – and bring a creative spark to your day.
Making a Bot
Artist Nancy Solbrig creates all the bots in her workshop in Davenport, Iowa. She begins by drilling holes in some of the parts. Then, she bolts the eyes to the head. Next, she threads a structural wire through the parts, connecting them and enabling the bot to stand. Finally, she wraps a second wire around the first to add color and style.
One of a Kind
When a bot is created, it’s given a unique name and number and added to the official Lee Bots list. The number consists of the year the bot was made followed by its place in the series.
Each bot comes with a tag indicating its name and number.
Bot Care
Our bot sculptures will bring a playful attitude to your desk, bookshelf, nightstand, kitchen counter or just about any other surface.
While they look cute and fun, the bots aren’t toys. Follow these tips to care for your bot:
Do not play with bots.
Keep away from children under the age of 10.
Adjust the arms, legs, head and/or antenna gently. Repetitive motions may cause wire to break.