We hope these photos of the Joel Myers 'Gardeen of Glass' which was recently revamped under the direction of Dean Six inspires you to visit BLENKO GLASS. The Garden of Glass like the Self Guided Glass Demonstration is free of charge.
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MORE Blenko Glass In the Garden.
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| Hilary On my last trip to Blenko I noticed they had drilled holes in bowls and they were attached to the walls? Can they withstand the elements? Also what did they use to keep the bowls on the wall? It lookis like screws? Can you provide more info? Robert Shelton Robert, In this photo it appears the bowls are predrilled and then attached with rubber washers and bolts. We 'll send note to Dean Six - Blenko Glass and ask for additional info. Hillary  |
| Joel Myers Designed Panels with Blenko Glass Bowls ( flowers) on the walls. |
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Festival of Glass Aug 5 -6 in Milton
The 9th Annual Festival of Glass event will be held at the Blenko Glass factory on Friday, August 5 & Saturday, August 6.
During this event, visitors will have the rare opportunity to view our skilled artisans at work as well as be able to participate in a variety of classes related to the glass making process (fees apply & sign-ups required. Call us (304) 743-9081 or (877) 425-3656 with questions and to sign up).
Descriptions of our newly designed Special Edition Items as well as a class schedule with remaining openings can be seen below.
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Festival Of Glass. Blenko Glass Company
Festival of Glass is this weekend.
Need info phone 304 743 9081
Also you may check BLENKO GLASS COMPANY.
If you haven't made plans - its not too late. Several glasses have some vacancies
and you'll meet the world's finest craftspeople and people who love BLENKO GLASS
and West Virginia.
See you there!
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Need info phone 304 743 9081
Also you may check BLENKO GLASS COMPANY.
If you haven't made plans - its not too late. Several glasses have some vacancies
and you'll meet the world's finest craftspeople and people who love BLENKO GLASS
and West Virginia.
See you there!
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BLENKO GLASS Company. Festival of Glass
Blenko Glass Company. The Festival of Glass is this weekend. Glass Classes and the ability to meet Blenko Glass staff.
Consider visiting the shops of Milton ( across street from street light)
and the Milton Flea Market for vintage Blenko Glass.
If you have not been to Milton, let me be the first to Welcome You to one of
West Virginia's finest small towns.
If you need info about hotels or places to eat - ask at Blenko or send an email to theblenkorproject@aol.com and we'll send you a packet of info.
HJH
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Consider visiting the shops of Milton ( across street from street light)
and the Milton Flea Market for vintage Blenko Glass.
If you have not been to Milton, let me be the first to Welcome You to one of
West Virginia's finest small towns.
If you need info about hotels or places to eat - ask at Blenko or send an email to theblenkorproject@aol.com and we'll send you a packet of info.
HJH
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The Blenko Project
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Blenko Glass Company. Steve Bair Collection
We recently heard the Steve and Margie Bair collection of Blenko Glass will be in an upcoming sale.
When we have more info or photos we'll publish this information.
Steve and Margie Bair were very active in the Blenko Glass Collectors Society. They have the most remarkable collection of HUSTED signed glass, they have a large collection of WVa Birthday Vases,
and other items too numerous to mention.
Both Steve and Margie are artist - and have an eye for the unique and perfect .
You'll want to check out this collection when it's offered.
This weekend I'll attempt to get more information and photos for your viewing.
HJH
When we have more info or photos we'll publish this information.
Steve and Margie Bair were very active in the Blenko Glass Collectors Society. They have the most remarkable collection of HUSTED signed glass, they have a large collection of WVa Birthday Vases,
and other items too numerous to mention.
Both Steve and Margie are artist - and have an eye for the unique and perfect .
You'll want to check out this collection when it's offered.
This weekend I'll attempt to get more information and photos for your viewing.
HJH
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Blenko Glass Company. Vintage Blenko Glasses
I refer to these as the "Big Brother" and "Little Brother". These are Husted designed optic vases in Tangerine. The smaller is a Blenko #601 and the larger is a Blenko #602.
Really sparkle in some good strong light.
Hope you enjoy as well,
Bruce S.
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Blenko Glass Company. Faded Jade Vase and Bowl
Sometimes even a mistake can take on it's own beauty. All three of these pieces are in Blenko Jade or were supposed to be as is the case of the two vases on the right. Both of these were supposed to be solid Jade but the gathering and blowing process produced these fade patterns where the turquoise covering the jonquil base color was too thin to achieve an even jade coloring. As with most Jade pieces and as illustrated in the bowl if you are wondering if a piece is Jade or another Blenko green, just look at the edges as you hold the piece up to strong light. If you see the turquoise "edges" you are holding an example of Jade.The three examples here are, from the left, a Blenko #3744, a Blenko #5824, and a Blenko # 533.
Hope this helpful,
Bruce S.
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Blenko Glass Company. Blenko -Husted Design #627L Peacock
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A trio of Peacock decanters is next. From the left is a Myers design Blenko #646 optic body decanter, a Husted design Blenko#627-L in crackle, and another Myers design Blenko #6528-S.
Hope that the group enjoys as well,
Bruce S.
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Blenko Glass Company. Texas Glass Collector
Juts wanted to send along this nice pair of Myers and Husted sheared top vases. The Tangerine vase on the left is Joel Myers designed Blenko #6923 with an earlier design of Wayne Husted, a Blenko #6317. The Myers design only has the dimples on two sides as opposed to an earlier design by Husted that all four sides have the pattern. The Husted vase is Jonquil and has a rose image on one side of the vase.
Two nice examples of Blenko vases where the tops have been cut off and ground.
Hope your readers find this useful,
Bruce S.
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Blenko Glass Company. IS this Blenko?
Hilery,
Sending photo. Is this Blenko?
I can not find in catalogues.
Adam G.
Adam,
I know this to be Blenko - it was made for a fund raiser WV Museum of Glass conducted a few years ago. You are correct it is NOT in the catalog.
At the time of purchase the Museum valued this at $100 ( approx.).
It is a nice almost one of a kind piece of Blenko. Thank you for sharing this photo.
HJH
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Sending photo. Is this Blenko?
I can not find in catalogues.
Adam G.
Adam,
I know this to be Blenko - it was made for a fund raiser WV Museum of Glass conducted a few years ago. You are correct it is NOT in the catalog.
At the time of purchase the Museum valued this at $100 ( approx.).
It is a nice almost one of a kind piece of Blenko. Thank you for sharing this photo.
HJH
The Blenko Project
The Blenko Glass Company
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MCM Glass Symposium this weekend in Weston WV
The Museum of American Glass in West Virginia will host its 4th annual American Mid-Century Modern Glass Symposium on Friday and Saturday in WestonRegistration for the symposium is $79, which includes both days of activities and two meals. For those who are Museum of American Glass members, the cost is $69.
The symposium will be held at the museum, which is located at 230 Main Ave. in Weston.
To attend, call the museum at (304) 269-5006, although same-day registration is welcome.
Read more at: http://www.theet.com/news/local/th-annual-glass-symposium-returning-to-the-museum-of-american/article_2675dd8c-b9c7-59d9-8dce-0e8c5b2032f7.html
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Blenko Glass Company. IS This Blenko?
The Blenko Project is about 18 months behind in responding to emails from collectors, wanna be collectors, and friends of Blenko. We lost two of our most valued volunteers in December 2015, and 19 months ago we lost Dr Vivek Yadav our webmaster. We have yet to find replacements.
While we apologize for the backlog. We will respond to all letters.
I'm publishing a few this week. Easy answer letters that do not require research.
Hillary
While we apologize for the backlog. We will respond to all letters.
I'm publishing a few this week. Easy answer letters that do not require research.
Hillary
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| Hillery is this BLENKO? This is NOT Blenko. It was sold in large quantities at the 'Tuesday Morning' store. Blenko Glass did make a heart bud vase, very similar in size, the Blenko heart was 99% of the time done in crystal and is much heavier than this imitation. Thank you for the photo, for reading and for purchasing in the future Blenko Glass. HJH The Blenko Project The Blenko Glass Company |
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Blenko Glass Company. Is This BLENKO?
The Blenko Project
The Blenko Glass Company
Hilary,
These belonged to my Maw Maw, she has them label Blenko Glass.
I can't find these in the on line catalogs.
Can you assist?
Lynsey McD
Lynsey,
These are Fostoria candlesticks. I cant remember the name of the design, first check the Fostoria Glass Collectors group. If you can't find an answer. Contact us again, and I'll do the research. HJH
The Blenko Glass Company
Hilary,
These belonged to my Maw Maw, she has them label Blenko Glass.
I can't find these in the on line catalogs.
Can you assist?
Lynsey McD
Lynsey,
These are Fostoria candlesticks. I cant remember the name of the design, first check the Fostoria Glass Collectors group. If you can't find an answer. Contact us again, and I'll do the research. HJH
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Blenko Glass Company. Personalize Your Blenko
Blenko Glass - A Touch of Glass
Blenko Glass Company, specialists in the craft of hand-blown glass, is a family owned and operated company in Milton WV. In business
The Homburg Family has used A Touch of Glass for over 10 years to personalize Blenko - for weddings, births, birthdays, graduations etc.
Touch of Glass is known for their expertise in etching.
The Homburg Family has used A Touch of Glass for over 10 years to personalize Blenko - for weddings, births, birthdays, graduations etc.
Touch of Glass is known for their expertise in etching.
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Texas. Blenko Glass Company. Myers Designs for Blenko
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Changing designers to showcase some of my favorite Myers designs. From the left is a Blenko #7036 in Tangerine, a Blenko #6628 in Peacock, a Blenko #658-S in Honey, a Blenko #6915 in Lemon, a Blenko #6724 in Turquoise, and a Myers Sommerso decanter in Olive Green, Turquoise, and Crystal.
Hope you enjoy,
Bruce S.
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Blenko Glass Company, Milton, WVa. LABOR DAY!
In my family as in most West Virginia Families, Labor Day is a time for being together as a family. We most often spend this holiday at the ocean. We always spend the holiday with family, playing games, eating and watching sports.
Many Blenko Glass Collectors bring out their Red, White & Blue glass for the table ware and Blenko for the flowers. My Aunt Hazel used Blenko to hold the small USA Flags she placed on the picnic tables. IN West Virginia, handcrafted glass is a way of life. Long before the 'back to basics or back to nature' movement. West Virginians were using and enjoy handcrafted glass. Glass often made by their friends and neighbors.
Labor Day is observed in the U.S. on every first Monday in September as a day to recognize the contributions of American workers of all industries to the U.S. economy. It is also meant to give workers a well-earned day off to relax at home or to get out for recreation.
To many, Labor Day marks the end of the summer season, even as Memorial Day marks its beginning. Many see Labor Day as their last chance to get out and take a vacation before summer is gone, and many workers get a two-week annual vacation period with Labor Day Weekend right in the middle of the two weeks off.
Most U.S. schools restart classes, after the long summer break, about a week before Labor Day. Others schools, however, resume classes on the day after Labor Day, thus allowing families to get in their last taste of summer before the school year gets underway.
Parents if your child's school doesn't offer a field trip to BLENKO GLASS in Milton, WVa. make the suggestion at a PTA meeting. Blenko Glass is one of only three remaining WVa Glass Manufacturers and the only maker of antique stain glass.
Thanks to Bridget for wiki definition of Labor Day.
Enjoy Your Holiday.
HJH
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Below are photos of Red / Blue and Crystal Glass we often use on Labor Day and on Memorial Day.
Wayne Husted after 9/11 made a series that was red blue and crystal...if anyone owns this please share a photo with theblenkoproject@aol.com We would like to share with our readers, and new collectors. hjh
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Many Blenko Glass Collectors bring out their Red, White & Blue glass for the table ware and Blenko for the flowers. My Aunt Hazel used Blenko to hold the small USA Flags she placed on the picnic tables. IN West Virginia, handcrafted glass is a way of life. Long before the 'back to basics or back to nature' movement. West Virginians were using and enjoy handcrafted glass. Glass often made by their friends and neighbors.
Labor Day is observed in the U.S. on every first Monday in September as a day to recognize the contributions of American workers of all industries to the U.S. economy. It is also meant to give workers a well-earned day off to relax at home or to get out for recreation.
To many, Labor Day marks the end of the summer season, even as Memorial Day marks its beginning. Many see Labor Day as their last chance to get out and take a vacation before summer is gone, and many workers get a two-week annual vacation period with Labor Day Weekend right in the middle of the two weeks off.
Most U.S. schools restart classes, after the long summer break, about a week before Labor Day. Others schools, however, resume classes on the day after Labor Day, thus allowing families to get in their last taste of summer before the school year gets underway.
Parents if your child's school doesn't offer a field trip to BLENKO GLASS in Milton, WVa. make the suggestion at a PTA meeting. Blenko Glass is one of only three remaining WVa Glass Manufacturers and the only maker of antique stain glass.
Thanks to Bridget for wiki definition of Labor Day.
Enjoy Your Holiday.
HJH
Wayne Husted after 9/11 made a series that was red blue and crystal...if anyone owns this please share a photo with theblenkoproject@aol.com We would like to share with our readers, and new collectors. hjh
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Blenko Glass Company. Mountain State Fair Sept 16-18th 2016
More than 50 years of family fun and entertainment.
The Mountain State Art and Craft Fair®: An Appalachian Experience continues a long tradition of bringing high-quality craftsmanship to the beautiful state of West Virginia.
Since 1963 the fair has historically taken place on the grounds of the beautiful Cedar Lakes Conference Center near Ripley, WV, and will continue that tradition this year. This serene setting makes the ideal landscape to feature some of the best entertainment and artisans that the Appalachian region has to offer.
You and your family will find the best opportunity to experience culture on many levels from new and traditional arts. Don’t forget about all the great food, heritage exhibits and interactive family activities.
Mountain Music, Crafts and Mountain Foods.
Our favorite activity at this Fair is the Mountain Music - the Violins and other Mountain String Instruments.
Blenko is now making a Violin.
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| Spring Green - but available in other colors. See www.blenkoglass.com Cost is under $100 |
Spring Green Violin Vase
Patterned after the style and design of an actual violin, these stylish 11.5’’ tall vases available in Tangerine or Spring Green are perfect for the glass enthusiast looking for something a little different.
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Blenko Glass Company. Cats? Lots of 'Cool Cats'
Assorted Cool Cats
All handmade and each unique. These (4'' - 4.5'' tall) pieces take the form of a seated cat with facial features and a long tail. Fun, whimsical and captivating in their individuality. $39.00 each.
At this time Cool Cats are offered as an assorted item. Frit colors are chosen by the makers and vary when ordering online
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| Blenko Glass 'Cool Cats' order on line Thanks to Travis - Blenko Facebook for photos & info. |
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Summer 2017 Wedding in Your Future?
Weddings - Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring! If you are in the 30 something range...many of your weekends are spent at weddings or helping your friends prepare for their wedding!
Blenko Glass can provide for the bridal party 'wedding favors' etched or engraved hearts, stars, or a small piece of glass with the bride/ grooms initials? Blenko CAN MAKE your 'ideas' a reality. Have a one of a kind - unique wedding. BLENKO CAN HELP! View the list of products below, let your mind, and the minds of your wedding party work to make your wedding favors, or gifts to special guest very special.
You'll want to contact BLENKO GLASS www.blenkoglass.com early, as each item is handcrafted. Prices are very reasonable. The stars and hearts are about $10 plus the sandblast or etch. Prices are subject to change.
BLENKO GLASS Something for EVERYONE...Everyday!
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