Custom design & fabrication · Newberry, SC

Ideas.
Designed.
Built.

Custom silicone molds, functional parts and home & office decor. We work in 3D printing, silicone, epoxy resin, wood and metal, alone or combined, to build what you need for as little as it can cost.

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Our work

What we make

Three kinds of work, one standard: it has to work, it has to last and it has to look right.

Our approach

Built like engineers.
Priced like neighbors.

We design it first, then pick the mix of tools and materials that gets you the best result for your budget.

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Tech-first thinking

A background in programming and technology means we plan, model and test before we spend your money on materials.

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Whatever solves it

Printed, cast, poured, cut or machined. We don't force one method. We combine whatever works best together.

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Built to your budget

The goal is always the most cost-effective way to get it right, and we're upfront about the tradeoffs.

Materials

One shop, many materials

Most projects mix two or three. That's where we're strongest.

Walnut and epoxy resin desk piece

Epoxy resin

Pours, inlays, castings and finishes

3D printing

3D printing

Fast, precise, repeatable

Silicone

Silicone

Custom molds for any run size

Wood

Wood

Cut, shaped and finished

Metal

Metal

Fabricated hardware and accents

Custom orders

From idea to object

Three steps. You approve the design and the price before we build anything.

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Idea.

Send a sketch, photo, measurements or a rough description. Text or email works.

02

Designed.

We model it, choose the most cost-effective mix of methods and materials, then send you a preview and a quote.

03

Built.

Printed, cast, poured or fabricated, then finished and shipped to you.

Work starts once you approve the preview and pay a 50% deposit (full payment for orders under $50). Custom work is final sale, and defects are covered by our 30-day Limited Warranty. Custom order terms

Shop

Made to order

Each piece is made after you buy it and ships within 7 business days unless it is in stock and you aren't requesting customizations. Checkout is handled securely by Square.

Featured

Creepy-Cute Gacha Machine + 10 Capsules

$95
A real working gacha (capsule toy) machine, dressed up in black and shimmery purple with skulls, stars and little bat wings. Spin the crank to tumble the capsules in the… Read more

A real working gacha (capsule toy) machine, dressed up in black and shimmery purple with skulls, stars and little bat wings. Spin the crank to tumble the capsules in the drum, turn the knob, and a capsule rolls down the chute into the tray. Comes with 10 empty capsules that open and close, ready to fill with wrapped candy, small toys, notes or prizes. Load them in through the top and it's ready to use. (The chameleon in the photos is just an example and isn't included.) - Size: 15 in tall × 12 in wide - Shown in black and metallic purple. Other color combos are made to order, just send us a message. - Made in Newberry, SC - Local delivery within 15 miles, or shipped A party and decor piece, not a toy. Not for children 12 and under; the capsules are small parts.

Home Decor

Jumpscare jack-o-lantern candy bowl

$50
This unique candy bowl has a fun surprise inside that will give the kids a cute trick before they can get their treat! Pull up on the stem and a fun little ghosts jumps… Read more

This unique candy bowl has a fun surprise inside that will give the kids a cute trick before they can get their treat! Pull up on the stem and a fun little ghosts jumps up to scare anyone that dares to claim their treat from within. Created in high-quality material, with every attention to detail and quality - this bowl will scare for a long time to come. For wrapped candy only.

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About

Programmers who
build things.

Melting Matters is a design and fabrication shop in Newberry, South Carolina. We started in computer programming and technology, and we still work that way: understand the problem, find the smartest solution, and build it well without overspending.

5+Materials under one roof
LocalShop in Newberry, SC
1-of-1Custom work welcome

Got an idea?

Tell us what you're picturing and your budget. We'll find the most efficient way to build it and send a design preview and a quote.