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Heart of Glass - Blenko Glass

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Thursday, June 06, 2013

Blenko Glass 2013 WV Birthday Vase

Today  I had more than a dozen emails asking  - When should I plan to arrive at Blenko - I want to make 100% certain I receive a Birthday Vase.
This year Arlon Bayliss  has again designed a unique WVa Birthday Vase.  In past years, the WV Birthday has often been - well-  not spectacular.    The Bayliss designed WV Birthday Vases are
outstanding.  The 2013  may be my favorite!  
NOW  about what time to arrive -  in past years those folks arriving at Blenko before 6 am on Saturday Morning were assured a vase.   This year - well its a special year -  the 150th anniversary of  Statehood for WVa.  
I'm asking you the die hard collectors for your suggestion about time -  what time should  a new collector arrive to assure he/ she receives the vase???
 
This photo is of Arlon Bayliss  ( designer)  and Randy Rider ( Foreman Blenko) working on the artist proof of 2013  WV Birthday Vase.   
Photo from Ernie Downey.  Photographer / Glass Artist, Jewelry Maker, Teacher. 

9 comments:

Phani said...

For the last 4 birthday glass events, they were usually on Saturday and I was there in the line by 1-2 pm on friday afternoon and I was able to get #12 for the last yrs. That being said, this is 150th birthday and I would not be able to make it this year during to travel. If I were to come to just get any piece this year, I would still try to be there by noon the day before the event. Best thing to do for people who live close by is drive by visitor center and take a look at the crowd during the morning hrs of Friday and plan accordingly.

Phani

Phani said...

typo: 'due to travel'

Anonymous said...

I live 3 miles from Blenko
I will drive by Friday and let you all know.
Sue M

Anonymous said...

I plan to come on Thursday if
I can get the day off
otherwise I'll be there on Friday by 8am.
Connie
I shop and do otherthings in the area
I don't care what my # is only that I have a vase.

Anonymous said...

Just curious Hilery why don't you attend this event?
Connie

penny said...

great photo
thank you Ernie D.
Phani you won't be coming? You will be missed.

Anonymous said...

GREAT PHOTO

Anonymous said...

Intense.

Anonymous said...

The cream rises to the top.
The sluggish left when the going got tough.
Blenko is coming back !