Flat skins

[schmijar]

Hello all,

I just got the big wood crate with my taxidermy from my 2023 trip! There was nothing flashy or large taken and I opted for bleached skulls and tanned flat skins.

My question is, the skins all were neatly folded and wrapped, excellent packaging, however, the folded position has left them with creases and ridges in the hair. Will these fade on their own over time, or is there anything I can do to help smooth things out?

Thanks for any advice.

 

[Triathlete3]

I have found that by just laying them out, and maybe putting some weight on them, the creases and folds come out.

 

[schmijar]

Any other suggestions? After 2 months under books etc, they aren't looking much different!

 

[Red Leg]

Take them to a taxidermist. He can flatten and back them with either leather or carpet backing, They will lay perfectly and last as long as you will.

 

[Ryan]

Mine did. I have a black and a blue wildebeest skin on the floor, no sign of creases. If you aren't putting all out I suggest rolling extra's in a tube while they wait. That ought to take any creases out