#What is Maizzle?

Maizzle is an open-source email framework designed to simplify the creation of responsive, production-ready email templates using Tailwind CSS. Its primary goal is to empower developers and startups to craft email campaigns with ease, leveraging Tailwind’s utility-first approach and MJML (Mailjet Markup Language) or raw HTML.

With built-in optimisation tools and compatibility with testing platforms like Litmus and Email on Acid, Maizzle streamlines the often complex process of email development. Ideal for marketing teams and SaaS companies, it offers a modern workflow for designing emails that work across various clients and devices.

#Features ⚡️

• Tailwind CSS Integration: Use Tailwind’s utility classes to style responsive email templates.

• MJML Support: Build emails with MJML, which compiles to HTML for better client compatibility.

• Build Tools: Automates minification, inlining, and optimization for email delivery.

• Responsive Design: Ensures emails render well on desktop, mobile, and email clients.

• Testing Compatibility: Works with Litmus and Email on Acid for pre-send testing.

• Customizable Templates: Includes starter templates and supports custom layouts.

#Pros and Cons

#Pros ✅

• Ease of Styling: Tailwind CSS simplifies design without custom CSS.

• Responsive Output: MJML ensures cross-client compatibility and responsiveness.

• Automation: Build tools handle optimization, saving time on manual adjustments.

• Free and Open-Source: Core framework is free with community support.

• Testing Ready: Integrates with industry-standard email testing platforms.

#Cons ⚠️

• Learning Curve: Requires familiarity with Tailwind CSS and MJML for best results.

• Email-Specific Limits: Less flexible for non-email web projects.

• Premium Add-Ons: Advanced features like premium templates require payment.

• Setup Effort: Initial configuration may be complex for beginners.

#Included Components - Templates

Maizzle provides a foundation for email templates:

• Starter Templates: Pre-built layouts for newsletters, transactional emails, and campaigns.

• Components: Headers, footers, buttons, images, and tables styled with Tailwind CSS.

• MJML Blocks: Reusable blocks like hero sections, content grids, and call-to-actions.

• Customizable Examples: Adjustable templates for welcome emails, promotions, and confirmations.

#Pricing 💵

• Free Access: The core framework and basic templates are open-source and free to use.

#Integrations 🧰

Maizzle integrates with:

• Tailwind CSS: Fully compatible for styling with v4 support.

• MJML: Compiles MJML to HTML for email client compatibility.

• Testing Platforms: Works with Litmus and Email on Acid for pre-deployment testing.

• Build Tools: Supports Node.js, npm, and custom scripts for automation.

• Email Clients: Optimized for Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, and more.