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The most successful clothespin was invented by Solon Moore in
1887. There were lots of other styles tried, but only his
design has stood the test of time.
Now, we’ve gone above
and beyond that original design.
Here is what makes our clothespins
“Forever”....
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A Stronger Wood
Most imported pins are currently made of soft woods. They
break - easily. We have chosen a very tough wood - Ash.
Not only is it tough enough for tool handles, but has a
beautiful grain that makes each pin distinctive and
beautiful. They have character. After you have hung out
dozens of laundries, these pins will start to take on the
time worn patina that everyone loves.
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Grandma would have told all her neighbors about these superb
clothespins. You can too!
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A Superior Spring
If you look inside the clothespins in the picture, you will
see the fully wound springs and thicker steel used in our
springs. What you can’t see is that the spring is also
made of stainless steel so it will never rust. Sure it will
cost more, but do you want rust from a cheap pin to ruin your
expensive clothes?
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Ergonomic Engineering
All US clothespin factories have shut down. Most pins are now
coming from overseas. They are small and hard to hang on to.
But a few craftsmen are now making sturdy clothespins in
their home workshops. Ours are hefty enough to not slip out
of your hand. There also are grip grooves cut into the
handles that keep them from sliding out of wet hands. The
handles are longer so you don’t have to use your finger
tips to open them - that will make your hands less fatigued.
They’re also wider, farther apart and thicker to give
you a better grip. At the other end there are 2 notches to
grab your clothes more securely.
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Guaranteed
When you reach into a mixed pin bag or apron, we know your
hands are going to search around for those noticeably
stronger “forever” pins. Over time the others
will all break or start rusting. Soon only our pins will be
left in your bag. That’s the way it should be. We have
designed these pins to be used, cherished and lovingly passed
down to the next generation. Over time, that lovely patina
will develop. Someday, your kids and grand-kids will feel
these pins and remember all the times your hands also worked
with these essential clothes tools. They will remember your
love and passion.
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Forever Clothespins are hand made by Steve
Andrews... market farmer, printer, designer, inventor and
teacher.
This is a small, home based business that is
bringing back quality, USA-made products that last.
The clothespins are made at Earth Song Farm
in Lodi, Ohio right next to our General Store. Surrounded by
trees, plants, chickens and goats, each pin is lovingly
crafted with over 20 different steps.
The ash wood is locally cut, air dried for
a year, then planed and trimmed. Each pin is precision cut to
a tolerance of 1/64 of an inch. It has to be exact to work
right. We then inspect each piece as we hand-assemble the
finished pin.
Finally we put our name on each
“Forever” pin. If it ever breaks or fails, return
it and we will replace it at no charge. Unfortunately, the
dog using it as a chew toy doesn’t count.
How to Properly Use a Clothespin
“Nipping” your clothes with the clothespin will
not hold a heavy, wet item securely. You need to give a full
bite to the material. Take a close look at the
“right” way in the pictures below....
Wrong Way
Right Way
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Unavoidable Issues
We pour a lot of love into creating these
“Forever” pins. And although we make them out of
sturdy ash wood and believe they are the best design in the
world, there are a few shortcomings....
Dogs love them! - That springiness is
teasing and soon you’ll have a chewed up slobbery
mess.
Lawn Mowers fling them. - They probably
won’t break them, but it will leave a nasty gash in the
wood that will leave it unuseable - if you can even find
it.
Toddlers love to play with them. - But
squeezing is boring, so they will probably try pulling also.
After twisting and pulling they may get them apart. Just put
them back together and marvel at your toddlers strength.
Weather - Any wood, any finish, when left
outside will start to deteriorate. Cheap imported pins have
no protection and the wood will deteriorate rapidly. Our tung
oil finish will extend the life, but they also should not be
left out in the rain, sun and wind when they are not being
used.
The Bite -
Because clothespins do not have a hinge point, but depend on
the spring as the hinge, they sometimes close slightly askew.
This is normal and unavoidable and will not affect the
ability of these pins to strongly hold your clothes.
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Package of 12 “Forever”
Clothespins - $24.
plus $6.50 shipping (any quantity)
Questions? Email - steph@camelotprinting.com
Make Check or Money Order out to Steve Andrews and mail to:
7634 Lafayette Rd., Lodi, OH 44254
Phone 330-242-3772
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