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Heart of Glass - Blenko Glass

Blenko Glass is a West Virginia treasure that spans generations. Nothing symbolizes the state of West Virginia better or more beautifully than Blenko Glass. We will discuss current and former craftsmen and designers and how important it is that Blenko and West Virginia glass be appreciated and valued by the younger generation.

Friday, October 02, 2009

Blenko Sun Face Decanter

Matt, this one is only 19 inches tall, but should not be overlooked.
#6218 Sun face decanter
Available in:
*Topaz
*Tangerine


The Blenko catalogue states:
These colors are 'Limited Availability" colors. It is only made at certain times of the year. If you order any of these lines, it could take up to 3 months for delivery.


Check out the Blenko Glass Visitors Center many items are currently available and for less than the price listed in the catalogue.

10 comments:

Phani said...

How do you like this Bridgett?

Anonymous said...

Saw this one a few weeks ago at the Vistor Center
Sol

Anonymous said...

Hilary
I never see Diane or Mindy at the Vistor Center are they back in shipping for the office now?
Just when I finally know the names of the Blenko ladies they move them.
Sol

Anonymous said...

Sol
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My true loves are collecting beautiful glass, and this collection now also houses Blenko Of West Virginia the other love is
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Anonymous said...

Hilary
Thank you yet another suggestion.
I shall return to the blog weekly
and the store when I work in the tri state.
Matt

lewisphddvm said...

What is going on with you?
Marige and others have ask there was no visible response.
Will you return to WV?
What will you do?
Are you doing another specialty?
What are your goals for the next 5 years? As a regular blog reader I as many others feel a vested interest in your personal growth and development. Also a morbid curosity.
Nothing personal has been said in a very long time.
Blenko Glass seems to be doing well, I was in Milton last week. VC was stocked. New ladies, Sol is correct - nametaps would a good suggestion, also having the ladies introduce them selves to customers.
Not since Angee was there has there been such a mood in the Visitors Center.
Where is Bill? Did he and Rick stay in Milton?
Enuff questions for this day.

Anonymous said...

Sadly, both Diane and Mindy left Blenko earlier in the year for new jobs. I agree that nametags would be a good idea! Some of the new folks are not as friendly.

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susan said...

Is this a Wayne Husted design?

bridgett said...

Are all collectors also whinners?
So what if a saleslady doesn't know your name.
Mr. PB and I would not be offended.