At Mellows Oddities, I live and breathe the weird and wonderful, embracing the marvels of nature through the preservation of bones, entomology, and more. Based in Orange, NSW, my passion for critters—both big and small—drives me to preserve and showcase these unique creatures in stunning displays, allowing them to be treasured for eternity and never forgotten.

Custom Displays: Tailored to suit your preferences! reach out for details

Framed Specimens: Display your favorite insects, bones and more in shadow boxes and domes, perfect for home décor or as unique gifts.

Handmade Jewelry: made primarily from stainless steel I make a variety of jewelry to suit a variety of aesthetics and also accept custom requests 

DIY Kits & Workshops: We provide guidance on how to display your own specimens at workshops and also provide DIY kits online with everything you need to try your creative side & make your own unique display 

Yes, I do accept commissions! If you're looking for a specific specimen, a custom display, or even something I've previously created that you love, I’d be happy to work with you to bring your vision to life.

To get started, simply reach out with the details of your request via your preferred platform. Once we’ve discussed the specifics, an initial deposit will be required to begin your display, with the final payment due upon completion and your approval of the finished piece.

Feel free to contact me for more details or to discuss your custom project!

Yes, you can change the frame color, but this option is available for certain displays only. Some of my frames are either unique or vintage, and in those cases, I may not be able to swap out the color.

For more information, feel free to reach out, or check the details in the product listing to see if a frame color change is possible for the specific display you're interested in.

Since our specimens are from nature, they might not be perfect. Some may have missing antennae, chipped wings, or other little flaws. I always photograph them in natural sunlight, so you’ll see any imperfections clearly. But honestly, it’s these unique details that make each specimen special and beautiful in its own way.

I believe that a responsible and sustainable supplier is one who raises and breeds their insects, rather than capturing or killing them. This helps maintain population numbers and promotes biodiversity.

I source the majority of our stock from small insect farms around the world. On these farms, butterfly pairs mate and lay eggs, and the larvae feed on specific plants, pupate, and then the cycle continues. Adult butterflies have a short lifespan and die soon after mating. They are then collected for museums, collectors, schools, the Department of Agriculture, and other institutions.

Many of these butterflies are also released to help boost wild populations, as butterflies lay hundreds of eggs. In the wild, butterflies face a tough journey, with only about 5% surviving from egg to adulthood. Female butterflies can lay between 100 and 500 eggs in their lifetime. To help preserve nature’s delicate balance, some of these specimens are returned to the wild for natural reproduction, while others are kept for breeding and sent to museums for educational and scientific purposes. A portion of these specimens also reaches businesses like mine, allowing us to preserve and display these beautiful creatures in collections.

I will also source specimens locally from members of the community as well as vintage collections that i like to fix up

All animal-related items, such as bones, preserved specimens, and occasional taxidermy, are sourced from ethical and responsible methods. These items are collected from roadkill, products of the meat industry, or vintage/second-hand collections. No animals are killed for the purpose of profit. Each item has been responsibly sourced by myself or other small hobbyists in Australia who prioritize sustainability and respect for animals

Get in Touch

Feel free to contact us to discuss a custom projects, unanswered questions or anything else you may need!

We are here to help you bring the world of nature to life.

Email: mellows.oddities@yahoo.com
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Location: Orange, NSW