New and Improved Mascots from Mascotbuys!

Does your mascot need an update?

Some companies may not realize it, but nowadays having a mascot is just as important (and possibly more important) than having a logo. Using a mascot for your business not only increases your chances of being noticed, but it also makes your business a lot more memorable.

Many of the larger companies that we work with know the benefits of having a mascot and therefore also know the importance of keeping their mascots up to date with the times in order for them to continue to benefit from them in the future.

On average  a typical , well made, mascotbuys can last for about 15-20 years. Unfortunately, there is not a large number of successful companies out there that can say using they same advertisement or campaign  for the last 20 years has worked for them. Strong companies adapt to the times just as a successful  mascots should grow with the company.

Concept: a general notion or idea.

When you unveil drawings of five mascot finalists after months of waiting, it’s difficult to get people to read the text that surrounds the images you present. One item of importance is that the sketches of the five finalists representconcepts for five mascot possibilities.

I’ve been carefully reading all of the comments, ideas and suggestions popping up on our blog and Facebook pages. We want to know what you think about the ideas; but feedback about whether or not you like the sketches is not as useful to the committee. We hope you’ll keep in mind that:

• we want your impressions about the concept that each sketch offers
• the final cheap mascot costumes will evolve from the initial sketch you are seeing now

Here are three drawings that show the typical evolution of a mascot from an initial sketch to a final costume.

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Creating your custom mascot!

Creating your own custom mascot is something that should take time and a lot of thoughtful planning. Make sure you spend time studying what has worked in the past for others in your industry. Make sure that it is something that reflects your business values and will appeal to your public. Our Loonie Times team will provide you with a free consultation in which we will learn about your brand or organization and what it is you require in a mascot. When deciding what to incorporate in to your mascot it is important to consider such questions as:

“What type of budget are you considering?”

“What is the climate your mascot will be used in?”

“Will the mascot be mostly inside, outside or both?”

“Will your performer be extremely active or more of a meet and greet character?”

“Will the mascot be shipped around a lot or will it stay in one location?”

It is important to always consider durability,longevity,safety, comfort and manageability. After we have discussed what it is you require and what we recommend our in house artist will then get to work creating a free sketch of your future mascot for you to review and make any changes to. We will revise this sketch as many times as you wish in order to get it absolutely perfect! When you are 100% satisfied with they way your mascot looks we will go on to the production stage and begin creating your  custom mascot costumes. The production time is usually 4-6 weeks, but we will always make an effort to accommodate your needs. From first concept to final mascot production, Loonie Times will be happy to help you through the entire design process, step by step. Give us a call anytime and let us help to bring your brand or business to life! We can’t wait to work with you !

Video Showdown: Pack City vs. Murray State Anthem

Within the last few weeks students from Nevada and Murray State have released new rap videos supporting their basketball teams. Both videos look like they were produced by students.Bear Mascot Costume

Forget-Me-Not Flower for the Alzheimer’s Society In the News!

 Forget-Me-Not Flower for the Alzheimer’s Society with Toronto Mayer, Rob Ford and on Breakfast Television!

Postive feedback from our great clients!

The Mascotzentai Times team absolutely LOVES hearing from our clients after they have received their new mascot. So much love and detail goes into creating each custom mascot so when we see a photo of one of our creations we all feel proud. We are thrilled that Northeast Ohio Medical University had these kind words to say about their new “Walking Whale” mascot:

“Thanks for making us a wonderful new mascot! Our Northeast Ohio Medical University mascot costume, “The Walking Whale” is awesome! Check him out with his friends from Kent State University, the University of Akron and Cleveland State University!”

"Pioneer Mascot" Costume Update

On Tuesday we will receive the 2nddrawing from the Mascot Designer and a quote. If everything is in order, we will have the deposit paid and the costume ordered by the end of the week.

The costume is expected to be ready for the Colorado College game on Saturday, March 7th. We will be working with the DU Grilling Society (DUGS) and various student organizations to give the mascot a proper introduction.

 

$3,400 is in the bank already and another $1,200 in pledges are rolling in. The revised quote is expected to be higher than originallythought because we've made some modifications to the first draft (bigger arms, chest, more "athletic" build).

We still need donations of any denomination to raise several thousand more (WCHA Final 5, NCAA Tourney and Frozen Four are on the immediate horizon, providing the hockey team cooperates). Any donation of $50 will be matched by LetsGoDU.

The skin tone will be "ethnically ambiguous," which is becoming a standard in the mascot costume industry. We've received a overwhelminglypositive response from students who have seen the mascot design on the blog.

The color scheme for the mascot will match the popular "Welcome to Boontown" logo; crimson pants & shirt, gold/tan vest & black boots.