DeadSet Co.

Handmade displays. Real butterflies, moths and skulls. Sourced from conservation projects & captive Gift shop
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15/11/2024

New Wet Specimens are now on the website! Will have a couple more coming before Christmas.

We’ve added a selection of new frames as well, with 15 more coming next week 😁

Shop Here: https://www.deadsetco.uk/wet-specimens

11/11/2024

Antherina Suraka or better known as the Madagascan Bullseye moth. For those of you who have been around a while, you’ll know these are one of my favourite species of moth (you’ll see my absolute favourite later this week).

They are easy to raise (commonly on privet), non feeding adults and look sensational. You can find some videos of these threat displaying on my reels posts. Back on sale via the website 🧡💛

I’ll be doing a huge upload this week, ready for those Christmas orders 👀. We’ve also invested a lot into new species this last month, an improved frame design (better hanger and also a stand) which will be arriving soon as well as an improved gothic frame design with more species available.

07/11/2024

I am in awe at how red these atlas moths are 😍 I mean wow!! The level of red/orange they can be varies wildly but these are by far some of the reddest I’ve had. Limited stock ❤️

28/10/2024

Literally my favourite species and one of my first tarantulas! I’m a huge fan of dwarf species and Cyriocosmus elegans (Love Heart Butt) especially so I was over the moon when asked to preserve this little one.

What do you think? Shall we start offering this mini dome for pet commissions? It is oh so adorable 🥹

16/10/2024

POV: You asked us to create a display for your deceased pet beetles 🪲

I can’t believe so soon after opening up commissions again and with a price increase, how many of you have submitted requests 🥺 I am very honoured you all trust me so much 💕 sometimes running a business can really get you down but little reminders like this are so nice.

14/10/2024

Sweet little mantis commission. This lady was missing a feeler when she came to us so don’t panic! Now back home 💚

We’ve got so many videos to share with you of what we’ve been up to and will be adding new insects to our website this month 😁

It’s such a nice feeling to be almost caught up on commissions. I have now replied to everyone on my waitlist, if you haven’t yet, please fill in the booking form on the website (under pet commissions) to book your slot. I’ll be contacting everyone this week to arrange getting to me 💕

Thanks everyone for your patience. I think the new format will speed things up and make life easier for all involved.

14/10/2024

SOLD - Morpho Didius - £30 posted (UK)
SOLD - Sunset Moth - £20 posted (UK)
SOLD - Craft Butterflies/Moths - £20 posted (UK)

Didius has slight wing damage . Sunset moth is missing antenna.

Happy to post internationally for the frames if additional postage is covered.

Message to purchase 💕

29/09/2024

All set up and ready to roll for the Eastern Invert Show in Peterborough (Bushfield Sports Centre) ✌🏻

23/09/2024

Moon Moth Commission finished today. Both moths were raised by the customer and I’ve preserved them after they have died 💛 Preserved with their cocoons along with flowers we have dried in house 🧡

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Speaking of… commissions! I bet some of you are wondering how I’m getting on. Well my books are still closed however the good news is I’ve really been cracking on. As it stands so far this month I have completed well over 30 frames, resin and domes. Next week should see me finishing off hopefully another 10-15 and I’ll be almost there. I would also like to finish off some skeleton builds before opening back up.

Which brings me on to resin, I’ve unfortunately had to stop working with resin for the moment. Even with PPE I’ve struggled with a side effects from it and right now it just isn’t worth the risk to my health.

✨ OPEN DATE - I’m planning to open commissions again mid/late October. This isn’t guaranteed and I may open back up in stages (taking frames first) but please do keep an eye out on your inboxes if you are on my waitlist in a few weeks time. All prices and options are on the website.✨

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Thanks for all your patience and for trusting me so much with your wonderful pets 💕

01/09/2024

All set up and ready to rock for the Reptile Show 🦎

You can find us in the main hall, right across from the bar! Table Numbers 109-110 on the map via IHS website.

27/08/2024

Thank you Scotland for another wonderful Invert Show in Glasgow, you never fail to disappoint. I was so busy I didn’t get a photo or video of the table 😅

I am attending the International Herpetological Society Reptile Show at Magna in Rotherham this weekend 🖤 busy week prepping with domes, wets, jewellery and frames to bring you a really great selection. Great time to get those Christmas presents cheaper than you would on the website 😉

Frame is King Swallowtail (Papilio Thoas) 💛

22/08/2024

Some of the frames I’ll be taking with me this weekend to Scottish Invert Show in Glasgow. Is your favourite there? 😍

09/08/2024

Clipper Butterfly (Parthenos sylvia) resting on some leaves. Did you spot it straight away?

Mostly found in forested areas, the clipper is a fast-flying butterfly and has a habit of flying with its wings flapping stiffly between the horizontal position and a few degrees below the horizontal. It may glide between spurts of flapping.

08/08/2024

Another Rat Skull commission, we also preserved some of the skin which was bottled in vials to match the bone vials. These skulls were set a really deep frame meaning they could be totally covered by glass, keeping them better protected.

07/08/2024

I’m sure by now you all know we preserve pet insects but did you know we can clean and display skulls also? This display was part of a larger commission using real daisy flowers 🌼

06/08/2024

We have a couple of Vintage Roe Skulls available on the website!

Buy here: https://www.deadsetco.uk/shop?Category=Skulls

28/07/2024

All set up and ready to go at Western Invert Show run by 🖤

Frames, wets, jewellery, curios and more!

24/07/2024

We’ve listed THREE tarantula domes on the website for general sale! That’s right these ones aren’t commissions and can be purchased to display in your beautiful homes 💕

We don’t see these sticking around long so act fast to own a rarely offered item.

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Castleford

Website

https://www.deadsetco.uk/

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Videos

🕷️Jumping Spider 🕷️. Finished memorial dome for a customers Jumping Spider. I know a lot of people are scared of spiders and tarantulas which is very much understandable but these little nuggets are just adorable! Details can be found for all our commissions on the Pet Services section of the website 🖤#jumpingspider #jumpingspiders #jumpingspidersofinstagram #jumpingspidersoftheworld #jumpingspidersarecute #jumpingspidercommunity #arachnid #entomology #taxidermy #naturalhistory

I was asked to taxidermy this Halloween Moon Crab and im so pleased with the outcome.First time working on a crab of this size too!The display has a glass covering and simple decor to blend with the crab. Customers Pet/Commission #taxidermy #crab #Halloweencrabs #mooncrab #taxidermyart #taxidermypet #naturalhistory #preservedpet #nature #smallbusiness #bugsforsale #taxidermyart #petcommission #petmemorial

Green Swallowtail (Papilio Blumei) from pin to frame 🥰

Beautiful Owl Butterfly Frame on its way to new home 🦉😍♥️#gothichomedecor #witchydecor #naturalhistory #taxidermy #deadthings #entomologyuk #entomologyforsale #entomologyframe #insectframe #insectsforsale #bugs #bugsforsale #smallbusiness #entomologyart #taxidermyart #insect #butterflyframe

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Our Story

I’ve always had a keen passion for art and making things. Studying Art and Photography in both High School and College gave me a good base to build and grow my skills.

Last year I decided I wanted to make my best friend something special for Christmas, instead of the usual shop bought bottle of rum or craft equipment. After a lot of thought and searching on the internet, I stumbled upon a stunning blue butterfly that was ready to be set into some kind of art. This is what stemmed my idea to preserve it in a glass bell jar.

I had previously seen people do similar things, however I wanted to make mine a little different. With the help of my partner, we ordered all the items we needed and started to create the final product.

We were really happy with how it turned out, so I posted it on Facebook and Instagram to see what people thought. We got a lot of really nice feedback, which is how DeadSet Co. was founded. The rest is history...