Are Halloween blow molds still made?

At present, Cado Products and Christmas Lights Creations are the only U.S. companies currently manufacturing Christmas, Halloween and Valentine’s Day blow molds. Cado currently produces the Union Products line, and they own a few Grand Venture and TPI aluminum molds.

Why are blow molds so expensive?

When something is rare and there is a demand for it, it’s hard to come by and often very expensive. With the rarity of well-maintained blow molds also comes the fact that some of the original companies that made these products are out of business. This makes them even more collectible.

What is a blow mold decoration?

Equal parts festive and nostalgic, blow molds are the plastic, light-up figures and ornaments—think Santa Claus, reindeer, and candy canes—commonly used to brighten up lawns, porches, and sometimes roofs during the holidays.

How do I identify a vintage blow mold?

Do Look For A Barcode. If you ever see a barcode sticker on your blow mold then you know it can not be as old as others. Companies began using UPC barcodes in 1974, so if you see one then you know it can not be any older that that!

What companies still make blow molds?

Leading Manufacturers

• Western Industries Plastic Products LLC. Winfield, KS | 620-221-9464.
• Blow Molded Products. Riverside, CA | 951-360-6055.
• Iceberg Molding. Sturgis, MI | 269-651-9488.
• Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding. Riverside, CA | 951-354-0258.
• SPI Blow Molding LLC. Coloma, MI | 269-849-3200.

When did they stop making blow molds?

Sadly, after 60 years of plastics production in the USA, the most recognized and largest U.S. maker of blow molds closed its doors in 2017.

Are blow molds valuable?

“Common pieces are being called rare, when in fact, they were made in the tens of thousands.” There will always be a market for blow molds among people who truly love the holidays, Sansing said. For hardcore hobbyists, there is no substitute for the vintage decorations that make up their enormous collections.

How do you date a blow mold?

Do Look For A Barcode If you ever see a barcode sticker on your blow mold then you know it can not be as old as others. Companies began using UPC barcodes in 1974, so if you see one then you know it can not be any older that that!

What year did blow molds come out?

Plastic blow molds have been produced in the United States using a manufacturing process termed blow-molding beginning in the 1940s.

What kind of blow mold do you use for Halloween?

General Foam Halloween Blow mold. 14″ Black cat with Pumpkin, Includes light cord This lighted blow mold Ghost will make a great addition to your Halloween décor! Made of durable polyresin, this Ghost is ideal for indoor or outdoor use.

How tall is a vintage Frankenstein blow mold doll?

Vintage Frankenstein Halloween Blow Mold Plastic Figure. About 9 inches Tall! Very Good Condition! No Chips or Cracks. L@@K! Light Up Blow Mold Easter Bunny Peter Cotton Tail. SWEET SAVINGS!!

What is a blow mold Ghost made of?

This lighted blow mold Ghost will make a great addition to your Halloween décor! Made of durable polyresin, this Ghost is ideal for indoor or outdoor use. During the day, the pearlized finish of the Ghost provides added interest and glow and the painted features enhance the Ghost’s eyes and the jack-o-lantern.