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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.

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Blenko Glass

When you are shopping for the 2012  WV Birthday Vase  BLENKO GLASS.
Please take time after you've  put your Birthday Vase in car to shop.   This year and most years,  Blenko Glass employees have delightful and unusual items for sale.  In addition to the bowls, glasses, vases, pitchers,  etc that are an everyday part of the Blenko Glass Gift Shop.
Also take time to visit the Blenko Museum located on the 2nd floor of the Gift Shop.  Remember on this day  a Blenko Glass family member will be available to sign all your purchases.  Think ahead - buy gifts for upcoming weddings,  births,  birthdays ,  retirements.  As always engraving is available.   BUY MADE IN USA  -  BUY MADE IN WEST VIRGINIA when possible.
Photo of  art glass made by local artist.   Blenko often has a small supply of ear rings and necklaces all made by local artist.   Gift giving time -  always shop Blenko first !   hjh

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hilary
We want to purchase the entire set of WV Birthday Vases.
I phoned Blenko to order this, and was told it isn't available.
We are doing a Key West home
the owner lived in Winfield as a child, we'd like a WV connection to the art.
Can you suggest a seller, or another collection?
Reply to the email below.

Anonymous said...

I bought a plate made by this ernie guy
why doesn't he sign his work?
Elle

Anonymous said...

settle an argument between Glassdoc and myself.
I said you married a Blenko thus your interest in Blenko Glass.
Glassdoc said you are single and do not date Blenko.
I could find nothing to confirm or deny this on web.
Carolee

Anonymous said...

Carolee, Hillary IS Glassdoc

Anonymous said...

Carolee
I have not seem Hilary in 3 years but she is young
way too young for any of the Blenkos.
Having a passion for Blenko Glass does not denote
(a) insanity (b) marriage to a Blenko (c) waste of money (d) foolin around with other collectors.
I have this discussion with my wife yearly.
Sam Tyree

Anonymous said...

anonymous
there are 5 or more people who run ads in the newspaper wanting to buy the whole set
This is 30+ pieces large pieces of glass.
why would you want this?
Sam Tyree
May I suggest
Ron Hinkle as an alternative collection?

sweetdoc said...

Carolee
Anonymous is correct Hilary is called glasslady and glassdoc
in our group a gentleman named Bryan is called Glassdoc.
Perhaps its a name given to addicts. Any other glassdocs?

Anonymous said...

Ernie Downey St Albans WV
read the blog