Established in 1986, family-owned Van Aken International makes modeling clays and related creative materials in the USA. Its small-batch production includes non-hardening clays for sculpting and prototyping alongside oven-hardening KATO POLYCLAY, developed with polymer-clay pioneer Donna Kato. The company describes its materials as ACMI-verified non-toxic, cruelty-free, and vegan.
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Polytek Development CorpSince 1984, Easton-based Polytek Development Corp. has formulated and manufactured specialty polymer materials for mold making, casting and coating, serving both industrial users and makers. Its materials help turn everything from sculptural originals and concrete textures to theatrical effects and food-contact molds into repeatable forms, with hands-on technical support built into the company’s approach. Polytek also develops private-label polymer products for businesses that want materials packaged under their own brands.EASTON, PA
Sound EarthSince 2003, Sound Earth has built its Hudson Valley identity around Ann LaGoy’s response to a dangerous cleaning-chemical exposure: creating safer household care products without animal testing or animal ingredients. The company makes non-toxic cleaners and therapeutic-grade essential oils for people, pets and the environment, while donating 10% of its profits to nonprofit organizations.
Smooth-On, IncSmooth-On, Inc. makes liquid mold-making and casting materials that turn designs into three-dimensional parts, props, architectural details and sculpture. Based in Macungie, Pennsylvania, the company is especially known for rubber molds used in concrete casting, while its materials also appear in film, special effects and industrial prototyping. Smooth-On produces millions of pounds of material each year and supports users with technical guidance, how-to instruction and training seminars.EAST TEXAS, PA
Crochet KittyBorn from a frightening discovery of rocks inside a store-bought cat toy, Parma-based Crochet Kitty makes handmade cat toys designed with feline play safety in mind. The company began in 2008 with a crocheted catnip mouse for Chandler, and now creates USA-made toys ranging from its original crocheted mice to playful music-themed catnip mats. Its toys have been made without rocks and shipped to homes across Ohio and internationally.CLEVELAND, OH