Howdy! I'm going to be very honest here
I think that's what this thread is all about.
MantisPlace prices *seemed* a little expensive. I thought maybe I could save a few bucks by doing it myself. But, do to my busy schedule and my lack of knowledge in collecting and caring for my new Mantids, I went with Mantisplace.
Let me tell you right now, WORTH EVERY PENNY!
I ordered some stuff, and then realized I needed more a few days later. Rebecca was happy to help me out and squeeze in my extra stuff into my 1st order at no extra shipping charge.
Rebecca was having trouble obtaining some of the items I ordered (NOT HER FAULT!!) and when I wanted to upgrade my shipping, she covered 1/2 the shipping out of her own pocket! I got my upgraded shipping at 1/2 cost.
As if that's not enough, she tossed in some extra items including an Ooth, in a container ready to go with everything needed.
Still, as if that's not enough. She shipped everything flawlessly in great packaging. I'm shocked that she makes a profit with how much time/effort and materials go into her packaging and more importantly, the high quality of ALL the items she sent me. Sure, I could glue-gun and cut and past.. and blah blah blah my own stuff.. but it wouldn't be as nice as this!
Any "poopiness" I felt about the slower shipping (it wasn't her fault) was immediately erased the moment I opened all of this great (well-made) stuff and noticed the extra goodies she sent.
Thanks so much!
A+++++ HIGHLY recommended!