How to Order Custom Feather Displays & Keepsakes
How Do I Order a Custom Piece?
Ordering from Wild Hide & Feathers Taxidermy is simple: choose a display or keepsake, place your order or request a custom quote, and follow the instructions for sending your materials. I'll assess your feathers when they arrive, prepare them as needed, and arrange and secure them by hand to create your finished piece.
I'm Brittany, based in York, Pennsylvania, and I accept mail-in commissions throughout the United States. Every feather-art piece is made using your own feathers, creating a personalized keepsake connected to your bird and your memories.
Ready to get started? Explore Custom Displays
Standard products have listed prices and require full payment at checkout. Wedding keepsakes begin with an inquiry and a personalized quote.
Choose Your Display or Keepsake
I create custom feather displays and hunting keepsakes using customer-supplied materials. Here's a quick look at the available options:
Turkey Fan MountYour turkey's tail feathers presented on a wooden mount.
Pheasant Tail DisplayA framed arrangement of pheasant back feathers flowing toward the tail.
Pheasant Tail MountA tail-only pheasant display on a wooden mount.
Duck Wing DisplayBoth wings, back feathers, and tail arranged in a wooden frame.
Custom Hunting Shadow BoxA personalized display for hunting memorabilia, such as duck calls, photographs, feathers, and other keepsakes. Capacity is approximately 10 items, depending on their size.
Feather Art CoastersYour feathers arranged on a wooden base beneath an epoxy layer.
Wedding Feather KeepsakesCustom-quoted designs that may include centerpieces, boutonnieres, and feather details in bridal flowers.
My current offerings focus on feather displays and keepsakes, not traditional full-body taxidermy mounts. Loose feathers and ready-made feather products are not sold.
Before You Place Your Order
A few important details will help your commission go smoothly.
Feather-art products are made using your own feathers. For hunting shadow boxes, you provide the personal items you'd like included. Wedding materials depend on the agreed design; I can provide flowers for certain smaller pieces, such as boutonnieres.
For bird-feather commissions, you must provide a copy of your hunting license and identify the bird species. You can email the license copy separately or include it with your mailed materials.
If you're interested in wedding décor or have a specific idea, contact me before ordering. Include photographs of your materials or inspiration, your desired design, and any important deadline.
A standard preview or revision process has not been established for every product. If you need to review a design before it is finished, discuss this with me before paying so we can confirm what is possible.
The Journey
How the Ordering Process Works
Choose a Product or Request a Quote
Browse the product pages to find the display or keepsake you want. Standard products can be ordered directly. Wedding keepsakes begin with an inquiry and a custom quote.
Complete Payment
Listed products require full payment at checkout. Available payment methods include Venmo, PayPal, and supported credit card payments.
For wedding commissions, confirm the quoted price and payment arrangements before proceeding.
VenmoPayPalCredit cardsMail Your Materials
After ordering, follow the mailing instructions provided for your commission. Include your hunting license documentation and identify the bird species for applicable feather-based orders.
Please contact me before sending anything if you have questions about preparing or packaging your materials.
Your Piece Is Handcrafted
When your feathers arrive, I assess their condition and clean or pluck them if needed. I then arrange and secure the feathers by hand and present the finished piece in the appropriate wooden frame or mount.
Your Finished Piece Is Shipped
Completed displays are carefully packaged with protective materials, including bubble wrap, and shipped to the return address you provide.
The estimated turnaround is approximately one to two months. Timing varies with the season, when your materials arrive, and the work involved. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed completion date.
If your commission is for a wedding or another important event, share your target date before ordering and wait for confirmation that the timing is feasible.
Shipping, Drop-Offs & Ordering Policies
Wild Hide & Feathers Taxidermy is based in York, Pennsylvania, and accepts mail-in commissions throughout the United States.
Finished pieces are shipped back to the address you provide. Local drop-offs may be arranged in advance, but this is not a walk-in business. Contact me before planning an in-person delivery.
Shipping charges and the final shipping policy are still being established. Confirm your shipping arrangements and follow the instructions provided before mailing your feathers or other materials.
Cancellation policy: Cancellations can be made within 24 hours of purchase. Once your feathers have been received, refunds are not available.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to supply my own feathers?
Yes. All feather-art products use your own feathers. For hunting shadow boxes, you can also provide personal memorabilia. Wedding materials depend on the agreed design.
Do you offer full-body animal taxidermy?
No. My current services focus on custom feather displays and keepsakes rather than traditional full-body taxidermy mounts.
How long will my order take?
The general turnaround estimate is one to two months. Timing varies depending on the season, arrival of your materials, and the work involved. Time-sensitive deadlines must be discussed and confirmed in advance.
Can I arrange a local drop-off?
Yes, local drop-offs can be arranged in advance in York, Pennsylvania. Please contact me first; unscheduled walk-ins are not accepted.
How do I ask about a custom idea?
Visit the Contact page and describe the piece you're interested in, the materials you have, and your desired timing. Photos are helpful when you have a particular design in mind.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're preserving a turkey fan, framing pheasant feathers, creating a duck wing display, or putting together a personalized hunting shadow box, the first step is choosing your preferred piece and gathering your materials.
For wedding commissions or help choosing the right product, contact Brittany before ordering.