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The ultimate starter kit: Pin your own butterflies with 20 real practice specimens
Would you like to dive straight into the beautiful world of entomology without having to source your own specimens first? This premium all-in-one starter kit offers you a complete workshop in a single box. Curated with care by the professional preparators at De Museumwinkel.com, this kit includes not only all the essential tools but also 20 real, unmounted butterflies to practice on immediately.
What is inside this all-in-one entomology kit?
This comprehensive set is designed to give you a flying start. Inside the box, you will find:
- 20x Real, unmounted butterflies (A-quality): A selection of real butterflies from ethical sources, specifically chosen to help you master the step-by-step process of mounting.
- 1x Professional spreading board (30 x 8 cm): A sturdy, high-quality foam base designed to help you spread and dry the wings flat and symmetrically.
- 100x Professional insect pins: Ultra-fine entomology pins that safely hold the delicate specimens without causing damage.
- 100x Fixing pins: For precise, secure positioning of the wings and antennae during the drying process.
- 1x Special setting tape: Gentle tape to hold the wings flat without leaving any sticky residue.
Perfect for hobbies, education, and unique gifts
Looking for an extraordinary, creative, and educational gift for a nature enthusiast? This complete set is our most popular gift choice. It offers hours of hands-on creativity and a fascinating learning experience. Want to see how the experts do it first? De Museumwinkel.com regularly hosts interactive demonstration days and workshops at our shop, where our certified preparators love to share their expertise!
Specifications
- Product: Complete butterfly pinning kit with 20 practice butterflies
- Number of butterflies: 20 specimens (unmounted, A-quality)
- Spreading board dimensions: 30 cm (length) x 8 cm (width)
- Ethical sourcing: All our specimens are ethically sourced from sustainable, responsible butterfly farms worldwide.
Complete your pinning workspace
Once your specimens are dry and fully set, you will want to display your hard work beautifully. Make sure to add these essentials to your cart:
- Protect your creation: Keep dust and pests away by displaying your finished work in a professional Black insect display box (12 x 15 cm).
- Want even more variety? If you have caught the entomology bug and want to expand, try our Unprepared butterflies mix bag (50 pcs).
