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I’m back at the day job tomorrow, and whilst I have a bunch of insects drying I won’t really have much to show you for the coming days. There are a few treats left on the website from the last update, and if you aren’t a member on the website already I would highly recommend signing up, as you can then take advantage of perks like loyalty points and vouchers for discounts on orders 🖤 Also please take note, 1 week before the new website update goes live I will be taking the website down temporarily for a few days whilst I make the final changes, so please be aware of this 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #witchydecor #witchythings #blackbutterfly #papilio #papilionidae #papiliolowi #citrinecrystal #butterflyartwork #butterfliesoftheworld #gothichomedecor #victorianinspired #victorianaesthetic #victorianhome #lepidoptera #alternativehome #norfolkartist #norfolkartists https://www.instagram.com/p/Cqa2laLqVkx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Which is your favourite? I must admit I love the razzle and dazzle of the top one ✨ Also, I’d love to hear your thoughts on the website launch and update time, if you head to my stories there is a poll available to vote on 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #damselfly #emeraldgem #insectsoftheworld #insectsofig #insectcollection #insectcollector #calopterygidae #insectsofindia #damselflies #damselfliesofinstagram #gothichomedecor #victorianinspired #victorianart #victoriandecor https://www.instagram.com/p/CqYPZTOq1ov/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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✨ information update and bonus picture of Ophelia eating a fly on my thumb 😭💕 I can now confirm that the next website update will be on the 28th of April at either 6/7pm, I will confirm this once I’ve taken a vote on my stories to see what you would all prefer, so keep your eyes peeled for that! As well as the usual goodies and what not, I am also going to be giving the website an exciting revamp! I’m quite excited for the plans I have, I’m just hoping I can get it all completed in the time frame I have set myself… which probably means getting distracted by the menagerie of living insects then cramming 4 weeks of worth into 2 weeks right before the update… So, be sure to set your reminders and keep your eyes peeled for sneak peeks of what’s to come! I will have two of these crimson winged grasshoppers available then 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #grasshopper #grasshoppers #phymateussaxosus #giantgrasshopper #crimsonwingedgrasshopper #crimsonwings #insectsofmadagascar #insectsofindia #insectart #insectartwork #orchidmantis #framedinsects #insectartwork #deadthings #itwasdeadwhenwemet #vulturecultureart https://www.instagram.com/p/CqV0FOOqbPp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Recently I made a mistake. A boo boo if you will. I didn’t listen to my gut, and here I am now about to confess, feeling a little embarrassed I may add! So recently I released the “tarantula hawk wasp” piece. Now I always do research and look up insects natural environments when making pieces, and I noticed something seemed off, as all the specimens I saw lacked the yellow strip across the thorax, well, it turns out my supplier had sent me Vespa tropica hornets instead, which is actually a predator of other wasps! But I was so flummoxed with getting things done for the update I didn’t persue it at the time. I also thought it was a little funny that the original post got quite a lot of attention but no one noticed or second guessed it either 😅 anyway, So on a better note, I now have preorders of ACTUAL tarantula hawk wasps available on the website, as well as some megascolia velutina ducais giant iridescent black wasps, and some Vespa greater banded hornets! For the time being I only have a set amount of each available. First photo : giant iridescent black wasp, Second and third photos are the tarantula hawk wasp, Final photo is the greater banded hornet Please be sure to read the full item description and check the photos before making a purchase 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #blackwasp #gothwasp #iridescentwasp #iridescentinsect #greaterbandedhornet #hornets #tarantulahawkwasp #giantwasp #giantinsect #insectsoftheworld #waspsofinstagram #insectartwork #megascolia #waspsnest #waspart https://www.instagram.com/p/CqI59PfKHT1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Another delight added to the menagerie. Couldn’t resist sharing this little sweetheart, meet Ophelia! I’m also curious to know. What’s your favourite animal to keep? #jennascuriocabinet #orchidmantis #orchidmantisesofinstagram #insectsofig #insectenthusiast #prayingmantis #mantisofinstagram #mantisnymph #nymphe #petsofinatagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CqGdjocKBGz/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I have a couple of domes with Papilio lowi currently available, as well as one frame left too.. I must admit they’re one of my favourite species to work with, as they look fantastic is both frames and domes. Also I’m very nearly caught up on all orders for from the update, thank you to all who grabbed something. I’ll be at the day job now all weekend, but will be back next week with some exciting announcements 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #blackbutterfly #butterflies #papiliolowi #papilio #papilionidae #blackbutterflies #butterflydome #butterflydisplay #butterfliesoftheworld #butterflyglobe #victorianinspired #victoriandecor #witchydecor #witchythings https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp27nQZKOFE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Summer dreaming. This piece is probably my most difficult to photograph to date. I was really inspired to create a piece like this after paddling along the river and seeing countless damselflies and dragonflies last year. It was only as we moved slowly along the river that damselflies and dragonflies would then fill the sky, it was such a beautiful sight, and would highly recommend it if you have the opportunity. So based on that day I wanted to create a little slice of it, and I felt these treats worked perfectly for it. This piece is now available on the website. #jennascuriocabinet #sliceofnature #damselflies #dragonflies #insectartwork #naturediorama #dioramaart #driedflowerart #naturelovers #ethicallysourced #norfolkart #norfolkartist #natureartists #insectsofig #insectsoftheworld #insectdisplay #insectcollection #butterflydome https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpx099gKoym/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Planning. So todays prompt for March meet the maker is planning. It take a a great deal to plan for updates, especially when juggling the business and a part time job… Time management is essential! Although my little ADHD brain tries to rebel against all my healthy planning and just does whatever it wants too half the time… it’s always hard trying to juggle it all. I’m kind of rambling now anyway, as you all know I’m a bit weird and try to avoid talking and sharing opinions but I am trying 😂 Thanks for reading my nonsense and have a cracking Monday! This is making me sweat so that’s enough from me 😂🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #blackbutterfly #papiliolowi #papilionidae #papilio #blackbutterflies #witchydecor #witchythings✨🔮 #witchyart #citrinecrystal #butterfliesoftheworld #butterfliesofindia #marchmeetthemaker2023 #meetthemaker #planningtime https://www.instagram.com/p/CpvE6qNKQba/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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✨ The update is officially Live!✨ After weeks of pinning, preparation, and alllll of the other things that comes with creating these treats, ALL STOCK is now live! I’m thrilled with this update and I really hope you enjoy everything that’s available. If you make a purchase this evening, thank you in advance! Please know that despite working the day job next week I will work as fast as I can to get your treats out to you all, but please remember, I am a one woman band. On a lighter note, thank you all for your continued support! Your excitement for certain pieces in this update have filled my weird little heart with so much joy 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #gothichomedecor #butterflyframe #framedinsects #framedbutterfly #victorianinspired #victoriandecor #victorianart #odditiesandcuriosities #curiosita #curiositá #darkdeliciousdecor #darkdecor #darkartandcraft #itwasdeadwhenwemet #bluemorpho #bluebutterfly #deathsheadmoth #mothsandbutterflies #orangetipbutterfly #deathsheadhawkmoth https://www.instagram.com/p/CpqODL-qD5C/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Just under 24 hours to go! I was meant to do a match meet the maker prompt today, but I am at the day job until late this evening, so a quick post from me! I hope you love the harlequin beetle dome! I’ll also have one available in a frame too 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #harlequin #harlequinbeetle #beetlesofinstagram #bluebutterfly #bluebutterflies #bluemorpho #bluemorphobutterfly #morphobutterfly #bugsofig #insectart #insectartwork #dioramaart #insectstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CpntNxMqdDE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Finishing touches - I pride myself on the details and finishing touches on every piece I make. Especially with domes, I often spend too long trimming flowers to perfectly fill spaces. Every detail counts. Now, on another note, I put something in my stories today regarding the update. I haven’t had masses of time to showcase all the products I have made for the update, so please, if you have a second head to my stories to take a vote on the idea I’ve had for you all! I would type it out but I fear I’d bore you, especially as I’ve done a little video for you all instead. Anyway, thank you all for looking! #jennascuriocabinet #finishingtouches #marchmeetthemaker2023 #meetthemaker #tarantulahawkwasp #giantwasp #wasp #insectartwork #spiderwasp #pepsini #insectdiorama #dioramaart #dioramaartist #norfolkart #pepsisheros #odditiescollection #victorianinspired #victoriandecor #victorianart https://www.instagram.com/p/CpiXsG3K7bq/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Remember that teenie deaths head I had? Well here it is pinned! I won’t be doing the meet the maker prompt today due to being so close the update Saturday. It’s been a full day in the studio today getting all the domes finished and I’m so excited to photograph them and show them off! But for now, pizza. Also, These deaths heads will be available in frames 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #deathsheadmoth #deathshead #deathsheadhawkmoth #mothtattoos #darkartandcraft #darkdecor #darkdeliciousdecor #mothsofinstagram #insectpinning #pinninginsects #gothichomedecor #witchydecor #gothichorror #witchythings #witchesofinsta https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpf4lENKZfB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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As always, I’ll have a bunch of minis available on the update on the 11th, from wings, to bees, and some more mini single giraffe necked weevils to come! Whilst I’ve finished a multitude of frames for the update, I still have a little while to go preparing some domes for you all too 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #wingsinjars #butterflywing #damselflywings #dragonflywings #bumblebeeart #bombus #oddities #curiosities #odditiescollection #odditiescollector #naturalartistry #miniatureoddities #taxidermyart #curiositá #wunderkammer #curios #maximalistdecor https://www.instagram.com/p/CpaljfFKZ82/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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March meet the maker, better late than never right? Day 1&2 So I’ve always been a little reluctant to join in with these things, mainly due to my insecurities and lack of ability to post everyday, but here we are! So I started my venture some years ago now, as I was looking for something to keep my mind occupied whilst going through therapy. I had always adored insects and decided to throw myself into learning to pin. This obviously soon got way out of control and thus Jenna’s curio cabinet was born! I have always found pinning insects and even caring for them and rearing my own, has been rather cathartic. So to be able to make a small business out of it has literally been a dream come true. Massive mental health benefits all round! So, it’s lovely to meet you all, and I would love to hear a little something about yourself 🖤 #meetthemaker #marchmeetthemaker2023 #meethemakerday1 #jennascuriocabinet #smallbusinessuk #insectartist #butterflyartist #fineartist #insectartwork #butterflyart #framedinsects https://www.instagram.com/p/CpVbGgmK72f/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Just a quick post from me to show of these treats this evening!m because to be quite honest, I’m exhausted. I’ve not long got back from the day job, I have Penelope running rings around me, whilst I try and sort myself out post work, but pre dinner. I still need to water all the insects and feed all the plants. You know how it goes. 😂 some days never seem to end! On the upside, I do have tomorrow off so I’ll be in the studio all day! I look forward to showing you more goodies tomorrow 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #numberwing #callicore #butterflies #butterfly #insectsofindia #butterfliesoftheworld #orangebutterfly #redbutterfly #framedinsects #framedbutterfly #framedbutterflies #norfolkartist https://www.instagram.com/p/CpQbvUXqHBg/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Which is your favourite? The gothic beauty or a pinch of colour? Despite the radio silence I’ve been working super hard to get lots of lovelies ready for the update on the 11th of March! Including these all time favourites! I will have both framed and domed papilio lowi available 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #blackbutterfly #butterfly #butterflies #papilio #papilionidae #papiliolowi #butterfliesoftheworld #butterfliesofindia #butterflyart #butterflyartwork https://www.instagram.com/p/CpLNFmnKT4Z/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I can now confirm that the next shop update will in fact be on the 11th of March at 7pm! Due to my day job and work schedule this date and time works best for me, so I hope it works for you too! It feels like forever since I done a website update, and it’s only really been a few months. I have tonnes of stuff to bring with a nice variety of both frames and domes, so be sure to set a reminder! #jennascuriocabinet #damselfly #dragonfly #insectsofinstagram #insectsoftheworld #insectsofindia #insectart #insectartwork #odditiesforsale #odditiescollection #curiosita #beautyindeath #fineartistsofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/Co7rcl2qS9u/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=