We’re raised on the idea that falling in love is a single flash where you’re struck or you’re not. Science offers a more generous frame: romantic love is a measurable biological state, while long-term connection is a consistent set of habits. Desire shifts with context like safety, stress,...
We all have our own stories tied to specific buildings, neighborhoods and cities. Sometimes they're shared while others are kept private forever. One of the most beautiful aspects of architecture and the built environment in general is the unique connection to a space. Here, we took the Clone a Willy...
There’s an art to choosing appropriate songs to listen to while you get ready to take on the night, particularly a weekend night. We’ve got that covered for you. Below, we’ve listed reasons why each artist and song will prepare you for the best and for the worst....
By Colette Pomerleau It’s time to put a little more effort in the way you’re dating. This is the era where meeting for a drink in a dimly-lit bar while making small talk is no longer relevant. Below, we’ve listed our top ten locations to take your next...
Now that the process of making an exact copy of your favorite willy is complete, you probably can’t wait to try it out. However, keeping your willy clean and bacteria free is key to not only your safety, but the longevity of your...
We realize that cloning your Willy is something you probably don't do everyday. The molding process in particular can be a little strange. When's the last time you stuck your erect penis into a tube full of weird, white goo? Never mind. Don't answer that. Here are some tips...
ULTRA PERSONALIZATION Searching for the perfect sex toy can sometimes turn into quite a mission. There are so many options out there it is often intimidating. Creating a custom-made sex toy can greatly relieve that anxiety and add some excitement to the experience as a whole. Your...
MARY’S CLUB Originally opened as a piano bar, Mary’s Club was started in 1954. It is one of Portland’s oldest strip clubs. Even Courtney Love once graced Mary’s stage in the 1980s under the dancer name “Michelle”. In the heart of downtown Portland, Mary’s continues to put...
At Clone-A-Willy we aim to keep Portland weird…and SEXY. So we have put our heads together and come up with ten weird and sexy date ideas to help our favorite Portland peeps spice things up outside of the bedroom! TAKE A PERSONAL NAKED BIKE RIDE Every...
Losing the ability to believe in and love ourselves happens over time. Childhood traumas, shitty exes and cheats, not being good at something, failing someone, embarrassing sexcapades—the list goes on. To top it all off, we are obsessively body-conscious due...
If you're new to the world of sex toys, it's not always easy knowing where to begin. Fear not!—we're here to help. If you're interested in bringing them into your relationship, we recommend talking to your partner first. The...
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, you're probably wondering what to get your special someone. You could go the well-worn route of jewelry, roses, or a box of chocolates, or you could step up your gift-giving game and get them something really personal, like a clone of...
Penis—the beloved member of the male genetalia. I would bet that penis has more nicknames than any other object in the world. For ages, we've applied just about every conceivable euphemism to the word: animals, weapons, human names, metaphorical words, pet names, shapes, functions—the list goes on. Adopted from...
Whether you want to add a little something extra to your holiday gift, or just maintain the condition of your freshly cloned vibrating dildo, this care kit is everything you need to make...
The looming cylindrical gift—how do you wrap it so it doesn't look like a child grabbed some pieces of wrapping paper and taped them together? You could just throw it in a wine bag with some tissue and slap a...
Ever since Oregon voted to legalize recreational marijuana, I've been getting questions about THC concentrations and what they actually mean. THC is just one of the cannabinoids found in the marijuana plant... there are many others, though. Here's...
White elephant party, yankee swap, tchotchke extravaganza—different names, one objective: bring the most useless, hysterical or wacky gift to pass on to some poor schmuck at your upcoming holiday party. But what...
Romantic comedies, family road trips, and ye ol' Christmas favorites are bound to be filling up your television channels this month. There are plenty of Oscar-worthy films coming out in theaters too, but if you prefer something a little steamier, stream these flicks to heat up your night.
When it comes to casting body parts, you don't ever want to use one of those industrial silicones found at places like Home Depot. Why not? Because they're NOT SAFE for your body. Aside from that,...
From Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs and Greek Heroes to Beethoven and groupies, the history of body molding is full of idolization. Death Masks Rooted in the idealization of the dead, ancient Egyptians believed in the preservation of the body through mummification. In order for the departed...
What is your name? My grandmother likes to Google too much for you to know. What city were you born in? Santa Monica, California How long have you lived in Portland? 1 year How long have you worked at Empire...
As you might expect, we get our share of strange and humorous emails at Clone-A-Willy. Here's a real email we received and some thoughts on it. “I'm looking to purchase bulk amounts so I...
Actually, according to chemists, the ’silicone rubber’ in your Clone-A-Willy Kit (or any other silicone sex toy) is not technically considered a silicone, a rubber, OR a silicone rubber. 'Silicone Rubber' is a common lay-term for various polymeric organosilicon compounds. These...
In honor of Halloween and penises everywhere, Clone-A-Willy will be launching our own 2k14 Costume Contest starting NOW! Here is the deal: create the best penis-incorporated costume—it doesn’t have to include a Clone-A-Willy, but we’ll probably like...
Halloween is rapidly approaching, and if you're a proper Portlandian, you started creating your costume the day after you recovered from your Halloween-hangover last year. Portlanders are crazy for zombies, dressing up, and drinking; so bring your a...
Everyone here at Empire Labs agrees that the idea of making an exact silicone copy of any penis is really cool, but making a copy that glows in the dark? Even cooler! What exactly is it that makes your...
A beautifier and an anti-anxiety remedy, a hysteria treatment and a weight loss tool—the vibrator was quite the trade dabbler until it became the master of pleasure. The vibrator has quite the ironic past, so exactly how was the pulsing, purring sex toy...
Creating an exact silicone copy of your penis using one of our casting kits is pretty simple and straightforward, but there is a reason we suggest using a sexy helper for the process. Erections can be quickly...
We here at Empire Labs advertised our first retail do-it-yourself penis casting kit back in April of 1998. The small ad ran on the back page of the San Francisco Bay Guardian under our original name: Abacus VCE (try to find our ad in the image...
With the exponential rise in Portland’s popularity, hundreds of guides have been written to cover the trendiest and tastiest places in the city. Known for our array of strange businesses and quirky citizens, there is plenty to see and fun to be had, so...
It all depends on how you define 'work'. A penis pump is definitely effective at filling your penis with as much blood as possible, thereby creating your largest erection possible, but whether or not it produces...
Ladies and Gentlemen, today we will be heading back down to the factory place where the magic happens to meet our very own J.D. Salinger! He's a bit private, but he's been kind enough to do the thing he hates the most: SURVEYS! Read more
1. MIX MOLDING GELThe first step of the cloning process is to create a precise negative mold of your willy. To achieve the highest level of detail, each Clone A Willy Kit contains a specially formulated...
Using a Clone-A-Willy Kit to create an exact silicone copy of your penis is pretty straightforward, but below are a couple of things NOT mentioned in the directions that will ensure you'll get the absolute best, most detailed replica possible:1. After creating your...
You've cloned your willy or you've received your clone....what next? Take it for a test-drive! We've put a mix together for you to G E T I T O N ! From cloneawilly on 8tracks...
At Clone-A-Willy, we are lucky enough to have our warehouse/factory in the same beautiful building as our office. This week we're heading down to the factory to meet Roman! What is your name? Not Roman What...
Oh, no! While creating a mold of your penis you've accidentally spilled some of the alginate molding gel on the floor. How should you clean it up? It all depends on what kind of floor you’re dealing with... Read more
Do you need help getting through your hump day woes? We put a little mix together of what we've been listening to at the office. So kick back and enjoy the music—it will be the weekend before you know it. Inside the office...
Does penis size matter with the Clone-A-Willy? In a word: No. The Clone-A-Willy kit is designed to replicate most men up to 9 inches without needing extra material. It's a very rare man who's over 9 inches long when measured along the...
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