January 18, 2013

Attention Molds Addicts! January Issue of My Molds Newsletter 2012

News that Inspires Imagination! The Preferred Place for Clay Push Molds.  January 2013 Issue of My Molds Newsletter.
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The Preferred Place for Clay Push Molds
Dear Readers,
 
Welcome to the first edition of My Molds 2013! We hope that you had a Happy New Year, and are ready for a bran-new year of fun, learning and creativity! In this new year, we are so excited to tell you that we have the new molds listed that we promised last month. They are fun, original and we hope you are happy with our wide assortment of molds to choose from. We are always watching for molds that we can add, so you can think up new ways to use them! And as always, if you need a little inspiration be sure to check our Gallery Page for all kinds of fun ideas.

Don't you just loving making or buying products that are one-of-a-kind items that you can't find anywhere else? With this in mind, we hope that you can offer your creations to as many people as you can. Give them to your friends, keep them for your family or even sell them at flee-markets or Etsy. With our molds, you are allowed to use your creations in anyway you wish. So feel free to have fun and make something you can be proud of. This month's article "Many Reasons to Buy Handmade Products" will give you the inspiration to be part of the Handmade movement.

Please take the time to sit back and enjoy this issue of My Molds!

All the best,
Marjorie with Mad About Molds
News that Inspires Imagination!


"You are your own Masterpiece!"
 

Attention Molds Addicts!

We have 23 NEW Molds!

It's been a little while since we posted new molds to our website, but now they are here and available for you. With this selection you will have a few more choices for something classy or something down-right fun. From adorable critters to classic designs you now have more to choose from. You can find all these molds or our "What's New" page. Enjoy!
 


 

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Many Reasons to Buy Handmade Products

It seems like today that all the things many of us purchase are produced by China. Its bulk manufactured for a very low cost, and the quality is acceptable. If from prior to we use our own eyes and hands to build such awesome items, various devices can now do this job easy and effective. Using machines can be particularly apparent in terms of the economic world making thousands of professionals out of work and indeed unwaged. From this point of view, observe that handmade goods are unquestionably becoming less in nature. From televisions, sneakers, and the clothing on your back its all manufactured by machines overseas. Besides the fact that hand crafted products are far more better than these genetically produced items, they also contribute a lot more towards the community and environment.

Goods that are made by hand are exclusive and dependent upon the artist, are usually of much higher quality than machine made goods simply because the full focus to detail the artisan puts into the product. For your convenience, we have put together a summary of the reasons why we believe handmade is superior.

1. Compared to machine made goods, handmade items tend to be constructed to last. Its possible to come across products which have been hand crafted 50 or possibly a hundred years ago that are still operational. Try comparing that to the machine made toys and games or car components made in these days that are generally only produced to survive for a few years. Sure they are usually less costly to buy, but the amount of time they last is often a small percentage to that of a handmade product.

2. Hand crafted products equals to work and employment - since products are produced using the expertise and capabilities of an artisan, rest assured that joblessness will be battled at its best. Using machines will only decrease the number of manpower required therefore increasing the number of out of work folks worldwide.

3. Machine produced goods are mass produced by using synthetic goods made from nasty chemicals that can have dangerous consequences to the habitat and those that use them. Anytime you have goods that are mass produced at the lowest price, pieces will often be made by plastics or some other synthetics tend to be used that are produced mainly from chemical substances. Often we have no understanding of the various chemicals used or the quality control system inside the plant. As a direct result, we have seen massive recalls of child items which contain arsenic or lead. Don't take the chance on acquiring products which are not made coming from ecofriendly sources.

4. Handmade products are always special and excellent - in comparison to machine produced items which may create hundreds of the exact same items in one single hour, rest assured that hand made products are always special and distinct from its type. An individual may find the exact same designs and layouts nevertheless then the procedure of creation tends to make them in fact different with each other. Different stitches, placing of the zipper, cuts and pockets, handles, pockets and all others make handmade goods not generic but much identified.

5. The greatest difference between handmade and mass made goods is that hand crafted items tend to be crafted with love. A one of a kind or hand made product is actually likely to end up being made with considerably more attention to detail, originality, and care than any product that is mass produced by the thousands. This is generally why folks tend to be drawn to goods made by individual merchants.

For these reasons its easy to see why picking handmade is the only decision. When shopping next time in a large department shop, take a glance at the labeling on the clothing and double check to see where its manufactured. Start looking for individual vendors that specialize in hand crafted goods. You're certain to uncover a far better superior solution at a similar price without the sense of guilt.

 



Molds are a great value!

 
In a tough economy, people look for ways to save money. Molds can be a great value to you, by allowing you to create a multitude of castings with just one mold. Also consider the many ways to use molds on our “Creative Ideas Page” to get the most out of your molds.
 
Here’s just a few reasons why molds are a great value.
•   Save by making your own embellishments, instead of purchasing them new.
•   Save by making an endless supply of castings for your favorite projects.
•   Save by staying home, instead of going out for your entertainment and relaxation.
•   Save by selling your creations, as an extra income for your family.
•   Save by using many everyday items found around your house as molding tools.
•   Save by creating personal gifts, instead of purchasing store bought.


 

By the way!

In case we didn't mention it before, our new app is now in the Android app store. You can find it here!

We are very excited to offer our NEW Mobile App for Android! Now you can check your orders on the go, by signing into your Mad About Molds account right from the app. Browse our store from your favorite cozy chair or read through our past newsletters to get loads of inspiration. This beautiful app allows you to take us with you, so you can share us with all your friends at your favorite craft clubs, classes or with your local guild. It even has an option to share the app in the menu, or share us with your Facebook friends and Twitter followers.








 

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