The curse of Allton Manor is a chilling tale of a haunted mansion in the English countryside. Located on the outskirts of a small village, Allton Manor has a history shrouded in darkness and mystery. Legend has it that centuries ago, the ancestral lord of the manor made a deal with the devil, resulting in a curse that would plague the estate for eternity. According to the townspeople, strange happenings and unexplained occurrences have been a common occurrence at Allton Manor ever since. Many believe that the curse manifests itself in the form of ghostly apparitions, eerie sounds, and a general feeling of unease that permeates the very walls of the old building. The curse is said to target anyone who dares to enter the manor, bringing misfortune and tragedy upon them.
The curse is said to target anyone who dares to enter the manor, bringing misfortune and tragedy upon them. Tales abound of visitors and even the occasional caretaker meeting a grim fate after spending just a night within the cursed mansion. Some have reported witnessing terrifying specters in the halls, while others claim to have heard blood-curdling screams late at night.
M02054x2 MOREZMORE 10 lb BROWN Magic Sculpt Sculp Epoxy Clay Model Putty
Northern wing of the estate.
A stone-paved path leads to Morezmore Studio.
Inside you find:
10 lb of Magic Sculp
(sometimes called Magic Sculpt)
by Wesco
Two-part Epoxy Putty
Sculpting and Modeling Compound
Welcome to Magic Sculp - the two-part epoxy putty specifically designed to meet the needs of modelers, crafters and sculptors alike. One of the few epoxies that will smooth out with water.
Its grain structure is finer than any other product available and will not shrink or crack even when formed in large structures. It can be shaped by hand or with modeling tools, sanded, carved, painted; you can attack it with a grinding tool and the cured material will not break apart or lose its shape.
Magic Sculp will cure at room temperature.
- Magic Sculp will adhere tenaciously to most any surface, and can be sanded and painted when hard.
- Easily mixed (Resin and Hardener slightly color coded: mix until one solid color).
- Good adhesion to almost all clean surfaces, including glass.
- Excellent malleability.
- Good sculpting media: as easy to work with as oil clay.
- Surface may be smoothed out with water.
- Water and soap clean up.
- Completely inert when cured.
- Accepts all types of paint.
- Surface may be sanded or ground when cured.
- No measurable shrinkage.
- Good for repairing anchoring bases and armature rods.
- Indefinite shelf life.
- Very forgiving on mixing ratio. Ratio may be varied to slow or speed up time.
- Repairs low pressure leaking pipes of plastic, cast iron, stainless steel, and copper.
Not only Magic Sculp is great for building armatures and bases because of its superiour strength but it has fine enough grain to actually sculpt from it - see the 2" tall Firefly sculpture on the picture below.
To use Magic Sculp, you simply mix equal parts of the resin and hardener, then knead together until a uniform color is obtained.
It can then be shaped, sculpted and smoothed with a wet finger or modeling tools.
It will harden in 1 1/2 to 3 hours.
Do not go into the jars with dirty hands - use separate tools! Even minute amount of the other ingredient will start the chemical reaction and will ruin all the entire jar of clay.
If you think you have sensitive skin, use gloves. If gloves are not an option, wash your hands promptly after you finish working with Magic Sculp with soap and water. Do not touch your face.
Magic sculpt is a 2 part epoxy putty, it comes in 2 containers. Once two ingredients are mixed (equal amounts), it hardens to rock-hard state. It takes about 1.5 hours for Magic Sculpt to start hardening (from the time of mixing) and it completely cures after 12 hours. It needs to be mixed well. To check whether it is properly mixed, here is a test that you can use.
Mix 2 parts, roll into a ball, flaten it into a pancake on flat surface. The two parts are of different color, but the mix should be one uniform color. If there is any kind of "marble effect", keep kneading. Here is the picture - the one on the top still needs mixing, the one on the bottom is good to go:
Magic Smooth - Magic Sculpt companion product - epoxy compound with a vaseline- or petroleum jelly-like consistency. A very useful product anytime you need a very strong glue at a spot where the working surface is small and the grip must be strong (consider repair of a broken porcelain figurine, for example). Petroleum jelly-like texture allows for it to get into smallest cracks as well as adhere tenaciously to almost any surface, including glass and metal. It is also great for filling small holes, anchoring nails, screws, rods, as well as miscellaneous household repairs of china, porcelain, dolls, etc. See the picture below - the goo on the toothpick is the Magic Smooth:
Over the years, numerous attempts have been made to lift the curse, with no success. It seems that the evil that has taken hold of Allton Manor is unrelenting and refuses to let go. Local folklore suggests that the curse will only be broken if a descendant of the original lord of the manor confesses their ancestor's sins and makes amends for the deal struck with the devil all those years ago. Despite the warnings and the eerie reputation surrounding Allton Manor, there are still those who are drawn to the mansion's dark allure. Ghost hunters, thrill-seekers, and curious adventurers alike have attempted to unravel the secrets of the cursed manor, often leaving with chilling tales to tell. The curse of Allton Manor serves as a cautionary tale, a reminder that some secrets are best left undisturbed. It reminds us that sometimes the past can reach out and cast long shadows over the present, and that certain places hold a darkness that cannot be easily quelled. Allton Manor stands as a testament to the enduring power of curses and the enduring fascination they hold over our imaginations..
Reviews for "The Curse of Allton Manor: A Haunting Legacy"
1. Jane - 2 stars - I found "The Curse of Allton Manor" to be incredibly predictable and lackluster. The storyline felt cliché and overdone, leaving me feeling uninterested and uninspired. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it difficult for me to connect with any of them. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and wouldn't recommend it to others seeking a captivating and original mystery novel.
2. Andrew - 1 star - "The Curse of Allton Manor" was a complete waste of my time. The plot was confusing and poorly developed, with numerous loose ends and unanswered questions. The writing style was incredibly dull and lacked any sort of excitement or suspense. I found myself struggling to finish this book, and when I finally did, I was left feeling unsatisfied and frustrated. I would advise anyone considering reading this to choose another mystery novel instead.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "The Curse of Allton Manor" based on the intriguing synopsis, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The pacing was slow, and the mystery itself lacked originality and failed to capture my interest. The characters were forgettable, and their actions often felt forced and unrealistic. Overall, I found this book to be a mediocre addition to the mystery genre, and I wouldn't recommend it as a captivating read.
4. Matthew - 2 stars - "The Curse of Allton Manor" started with promise but quickly became a tedious read. The plot was convoluted and lacked coherence, making it challenging to follow along and care about what was happening. The constant back-and-forth between timelines further added to the confusion. Additionally, the writing style was dry, and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. Overall, I was left disappointed and unimpressed by this book.