Mantle Clock Vault

Buying Wholesale The Right Way

By now, if you’ve been on the Internet for just a little while (and I was a late-bloomer), starting in 1997, you know the land mines.

Not everything that is advertised is what it claims to be. That can be from products to services.

I didn’t start out to be in wholesale, in fact, I didn’t start out to have anything to do with the Internet at all. I was a cartoonist (still am), and founder of Londons Times Cartoons. That launch was in 1997 in a small Mississippi warehouse that I used as my studio as I could not afford much more and launch the cartoons without a full time job. I took odd jobs as I continued this creative venture.

A Google of Londons Times Cartoons has hundreds of articles, reviews, etc. and even the real story of how we got started We’ve been at it a long time and are top-rated (bragging rights here) on Alexa.com and Netcraft.com.

It was not until 1995 that I realized I also had a business as I was getting emails from webmasters, newsletter publishers, etc. asking to buy the rights to my images. That was my start.

Then I was approached by a manufacturer wanting to create my merchadise from tee shirts to
wall clocks. We struck a deal for both retail and wholesale. My attorney, a very precise man who dots every “I” and crosses every “T” made sure it was written out to where we both benefited equally.

Then the manufacturer revealed he really didn’t understand the wholesale business. Being a back-to-college adult student at a very good university, and having worked in wholesale many years growing up, I volunteered to teach him. He had no interest.

Then started my hunt. Who could manufacture and wholesale my now top-rated cartoons onto products and do so meticulously, at affordable prices, and keep the word of a contract? It took another year and I found a company in Denver that was well-funded. I asked to see samples and they were expedited two day delivery. They were perfect. They were not silk-screened but directly digitally transferred which makes them look like part of the product, not an iron on decal. Perfect! Now to find out about customer service, guarantees, etc. All there. I signed up. A year has gone by and things
worked out very well.

The secret to this business is not so much knowledge (though of course knowledge IS power) so read all you can, but persistence. There are some good wholesalers out there. I sell from my a little shop that I set up on the net. My products show the suggested retail price on them but then inside,
after clicking on the product is another hyperlink that says pricing and shows the wholesale table.

I set up a real business plan and went to work. I consulted with my business professors and other wholesalers who I knew had been in the business a long time.

Rick Londonwear was born, the first line of “designer” cartoon clothing for men, women and children. We also make other cartoon products such as mousepads, coasters, cutting boards, tote bags, and all sorts of other funny items bearing our copyrighted cartoon image.

Things worked out perfectly, the service is great, I was able to keep the prices way below the competition, and my cartoon team ten years later still creates the best cartoons on the Internet (so say the critics) which appear on the merchandise.

I have a staff of twenty three, I sell to Ebay merchants, brick and mortar store owners, e-store owners, and traveling salespersons. Whomever wants to turn a very good profit on very hot items, they come to me. I love the business.

I make it very easy for the buyer. I accept all major credit cards, Paypal, checks and money orders. We drop-ship on any pre-paid order or directly to you. We don’t gauge on shipping, what it costs is what we charge; same cost to Canada and ship worldwide. Generally 2-3 day USPS Priority. Everything works out. I don’t know how but it does.

We made our mistakes. That is how we learned and became established. We still make a few, but they are few and far between and when we do, we make it right immediately.

That is the kind of company you want to deal with. I hate to brag but it is. Someone who has “seen it all” on the Internet and knows the land mines and will help you through them. It doesn’t have to be us, we might not even offer the niche product that excites you. But whomever it is, make sure they have experience, are established, have references, and can make it happen for you. If you make money (they/we) do too!

Rick London
http://www.articlesbase.com/business-articles/buying-wholesale-the-right-way-and-the-wrong-way-108453.html

Making your home uniquely yours

Home accents and surroundings today offer much more opportunity for self expression. Don’t be afraid to try something different. I’d rather decorate my home with items that appeal to my own individuality, than adhere to someone’s standards of what is the norm. Artisan crafted products truly create the ability to make one’s castle their own. It is our hope that by providing you with suggestions and ideas, we are encouraging you to enhance your home in a style befitting your distinctive personality.

The charm of artisan crafted items is in the originality it provides. Imagine decorating your bathroom in tropical decor, accented by a hand painted shower curtain. The bathroom is the one room that is often overlooked, but it need not be. Add an artistic designed mirror that reflects your unique persona. One of the most exciting changes you can make to a bathroom is the addition of a distinctive toilet seat. Believe it or not, there are many design possibilities.

Decoupage is a popular craft that turns ordinary items into incredible works of art. A simple glass bowl becomes a cherished heirloom. You can turn a tray or platter into a relative’s favorite gift. The possibilities are limitless, and the works created are quite stunning.

Lighting is another outstanding way to set your rooms off. Don’t be afraid to add color. Versatile and vibrant, lamps are stylish accents that can turn a whole room around without much effort. Lighting comes in many different shapes and sizes for table, floor, and ceiling. There are many options and you are only limited by your imagination. It’s a simple change that can make a dramatic change.

Don’t forget your walls! Everyone has paintings and photos adorning their walls. Be different, add a piece of metal wall art. There are patterns available for everyone’s taste, so don’t be shy. Try something new and out of the ordinary. Like the title says, don’t be afraid to step out of the box. You’ll be rewarded with a home that is a representation of your unique personality.

Last, but not least, simple accessories provide the finishing touch to your unique home. The small things sometimes make the most difference.

Switchplates
There are many different types of switchplates that can perk up a room while keeping within theme.

Picture Frames
Picture frames have become very popular over the past several years and there are literally thousands of designs to choose from.

Clocks
We can’t forget a very simple, yet important addition to every home in the world. Everyone needs a clock, but it doesn’t have to be your average run of the mill clock. Don’t settle for dull and boring, when you can have unique and striking in appearance.

Hand Painted Mailboxes
Another simple but profound change you can make is with the addition of a hand painted mailbox. Today, you can get a mailbox custom painted in any design you desire.

There are many more accents which seem subtle, but really play an important role when decorating your home. We must not forget the many styles of mirrors, outlet covers, fans and more. The possibilities really are limitless. It is our mission to impart to everyone, don’t settle for ordinary, when you yourself are extraordinary.

Dawn Fowler
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-and-family-articles/unique-home-decor-thinking-outside-the-box-118610.html

My girlfriends clock chimes loudly every 15 minutes. How can I make it quieter? I can’t turn off the chimes, she will just turn them back on.

My dad collected old mantle clocks as a hobby. He repaired them and we’d have more than a dozen chiming 24/7! Eventually we figured out that clipping small wooden clothespins on the chime coil mutes a mantle clock to a tolerable level.
If the chime coil is not visible from the front, you can stuff a plastic packing peanut in its center. Depending on the type of clock there will usually be an acess panel in the back of the case from which you can reach the chime coil.
Another method is to pad the end of the hammer which strikes the coil. We flattened a cotton ball and used string to tie it around the end of the hammer to soften the metal-to-metal blow on the chime coil or bars.

You can also set the whole clock on a piece of foam board to keep the shelf from amplifying the sound. Be careful not to upset the level of the clock.
You really don’t want to bend or damage any part of a clock as that will lower its value.

how can you tell the differance between some of the clocks ie serial numbers

Start with this website: http://members.tripod.com/clock_doc/id131.html

* Master clock
* Talking clock
* Dialling
* Jacquemart (bellstriker)
* 2182 kHz
* 24-hour analog dial
* 500 kHz
* Act of Parliament clock
* Alarm clock
* Allan variance
* American clock
* Analog clock with digital display
* Annual calendar
* Antimagnetic watch
* Astrarium
* Astronomical clock
* Atmos clock
* Atomic Clock Ensemble in Space
* Atomic clock
* Atomichron
* Audichron
* Automatic quartz
* Automaton clock
* Balloon clock
* Banjo clock
* Barrel (horology)
* Beverly Clock
* Binary clock
* Borugak Jagyeongnu
* Bracket clock
* Caesium standard
* Jane Cain
* Candle clock
* carriage clock
* Cartel clock
* Casio Wave Ceptor
* Castle clock
* Chemical clock
* Chronograph
* Chronometer watch
* Cifra 3
* Clock face
* Clock network
* Clock of Ridwan al-Saati
* Clock of the Long Now
* Clock synchronization
* Clock tower
* Clockkeeper
* Clockmakers’ Museum
* Clockwork
* Clocky
* Brian Cobby
* Colgate Clock (Indiana)
* Colgate Clock (New Jersey)
* Complication (horology)
* Congreve clock
* Corpus Clock
* Salomon Coster
* Counterfeit watch
* Cox’s timepiece
* Cranmer Park
* Cuckoo clock
* DW-5600C
* Dar al-Magana
* Dar al-Muwaqqit
* Department of Defense master clock
* Digital clock
* Digital sundial
* Dipleidoscope
* Doll’s head clock
* Dollar watch
* Doomsday Clock
* Dreger Clock
* Earth clock
* Eastgate Clock
* Ébauche
* Egg timer
* Electric Time Company
* Electric clock
* Elektronika 7
* Elephant clock
* Eretz Yisrael Clock
* Floral clock
* Florn clock
* Flyback chronograph
* Fusee (horology)
* G-Shock
* Game clock
* Geochron
* Gnomon
* Grande sonnerie
* Greenwich Time Signal
* Hobbs meter
* Honcheonsigye
* Hourglass
* Humanclock
* Hydrochronometer
* Incense clock
* Independent clocks
* Iron Ring Clock
* JB Joyce & Co
* Jam Gadang
* Japanese clock
* Jens Olsen’s World Clock
* Jessop’s Clock
* Kirkdale sundial
* Kit-Cat Klock
* Lantern clock
* Lighthouse Clock
* Longcase clock
* Louisville Clock
* mantel clock
* Marine chronometer
* Mechanical watch
* Sara Mendes da Costa
* Microcosm (clock)
* Modified Allan variance
* Moondial
* Mora clock
* Movement (clockwork)
* Musical clock
* Myriad year clock
* NIST-7
* NIST-F1
* NIST-F2
* National Debt Clock
* Oakwood, Leeds
* Oceanus (Casio)
* Oil-lamp clock
* Pendulum clock
* Power reserve
* Prague Astronomical Clock
* Prague Metronome
* Primary Atomic Reference Clock in Space
* Principal clock
* Projection clock
* Przypkowscy Clock Museum
* Quartz clock
* Radio clock
* Rathaus-Glockenspiel
* Real-time clock
* Reference clock
* Repeater (horology)
* Rolling ball clock
* Rubidium standard
* St Mark’s Clock
* Salisbury cathedral clock
* SamTimer
* Scaphe
* Sea ring
* Seconds pendulum
* Sector clock
* Self Winding Clock Company
* Shabbat clock
* Shepherd gate clock
* Shot clock
* Pat Simmons
* Skeleton clock
* Slave clock
* Solar dial
* Speaking clock
* Spring Drive
* Steam clock
* Stopwatch
* Strasbourg astronomical clock
* Striking clock
* Sundial
* Tellurion
* Tide (time)
* Tide clock
* Time clock
* Timer
* Timewheel
* Torsion pendulum clock
* Tourbillon
* Turret clock
* Waltham Model 1857
* Watch
* Wells Cathedral clock
* Westminster Quarters
* Whittington chimes
* Simon Willard clocks
* World clock
* York Minster astronomical clock
* Zytglogge

umm the ‘time clock’ iithinkk,
that was number 100233 on the list i think.
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The Roman numeral for 4 is IV, so why do the older and nicer wall clocks of today display it as 4 i’s?

It’s the decision of whoever makes the clock. Here’s a quote from wikipedia "Multiple symbols may be combined to produce numbers in between these values, subject to certain rules on repetition. In cases where it may be shorter, it is sometimes allowable to place a smaller, subtractive, symbol before a larger value, so that, for example, one may write IV or iv for four, rather than iiii."

You can email them for more history :

http://www.tiffany-lamps-store.com/history.html

sales@tiffany-lamps-store.com

I have an antique 8 day mantle clock with original key and a grandfather clock , both need minor adjustments, nothing broken or serious. I am going to move back to Florida and I have the clocks and other antiques mother left me, so if interested call me @ 707-701-4246 or email @allansanchez69@mchsi.com The sooner the better since summers coming. To Hot! Thanks for taking time to read this. I am in Clearlake on Konocti view across from Mendo Mill

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Would a laptop fit into this category?

I think that these days you can give whatever you want for anniversary gifts!
My girlfriend who got married last October got her husband a Wii and he got her an iPhone… Its your anniversary, give what you feel comfortable! Congratulations!

This chiming wall clock is highlighted by an impressive pediment with a sculptured cove and enlarged dentil molding. The off – white Roman numeral dial features a solid brass bezel and decorative accents between the numerals. A polished and raised brass pendulum with grid, and polished chime rods add a distinctive touch to the interior. Features: -Finished in Windsor Cherry on select hardwoods and veneers -Off-white Roman numeral dial with solid brass bezel and decorative accents between the numerals -Key-wound, Westminster chime movement with chime silence option and durable bronze bushings -Dimensions: 23.75″” H x 14.75″” W x 7.25″” D

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