WVU and Marshall Logo Items

WVU  and Marshall Logo Items are available on line from the www.blenkoglass.com  online store.
   You might also phone or drop by the Blenko GLass Gift Shop in Milton, WVa  often times these items are available.   Check out www.blenkoglass.com  The Blenko Glass on line store.   Photos from Blenko Glass.
    Note:  If you are traveling to either Huntington or Morgantown - via Charleston - Blenko Glass is located in Milton the Exit is marked BLENKO GLASS.  Stop by and get some additional items for your Football pre and post game festivities.
   

A Day Without Blenko?

Saturday is WVU's first home game.  Marshall will be hosting Purdue!    For those of us who love football and WV Sports,  its going to be grand weekend.

If should NOT be a day without BLENKO GLASS  www.blenkoglass.com.   Blenko produces a number of items with the WVU and Marshall Logos.   My current favorite is the Xmas Ornaments.  I keep my WVU - Blenko on display 24/7 in my office! 

Marshall University Logo 

WVU ' Flying WV' ornament.

Capitol Market Exclusive Blenko Bud Vases

Capitol Market Exclusive Blenko Bud Vases 

 On Oct. 8, Capitol Market will hold its annual Market Mixer fundraiser. 

In addition to enjoying live music, food and wine, attendees will have the opportunity to buy Blenko Glass bud vases made special for the market. 

Two bud vases from Blenko Glass Company will be available for purchase at this year’s mixer for $150 a pair or $85 apiece.

Tickets to the fall mixer at Capitol Market are available at the market offices for $65.

visit http://www.capitolmarket.net/ or call 304-344-1905 for more information. 

New Pumpkins for 2015

Blenko is currently taking pre-orders for their beautiful new line of PUMPKINS

You can order at: http://shop.blenko.com/Fall-Items_c35.htm

Blenko Glass Company. Tours?

Hillary,
Quick question - Is Blenko doing tours now?  If so are they self guided?
I came last year and brought the children - but expected a guide.
Pat Nelson
Pat,  Thank you for visiting Blenko.  Most everyone in West Virginia considers Blenko Glass to be one of the finest places to take out of town guest. 
I am going to cut and paste info - re: Blenko Tours.  However,  I would suggest you phone 304 743 9081 and speak to 'Christy'  she  has been with Blenko for a couple decades and is usually a always correct source of info.
Good Luck!  Please return often.
            Blenko Glass Company, Inc.
Fairgrounds Road, Milton, WV   25541

Description
Join the thousands who visit the Blenko Glass Company and its Visitor Center. In a most interesting manner you will gain a general understanding of the making of handblown glassware. You will be entranced with the first floor's factory outlet area and its many examples of the craftsman's art. On the second floor you will see the Designer's corner, where nine leading American stained glass studios have each contributed for display, a beautiful exhibit of their artistry as practiced today.

Also, a museum containing a Country Music Award trophy, Presidential Gifts, U.S. Capitol lighting globes, and original Williamsburg® stemware. From a special observation deck you can look into a large area inside the plant and watch molten glass take its final form.

Blenko has always had a magnet-like attraction for people. Singly, in small groups, or by the bus load, visitors have come even from the far places of the world to watch while skilled craftsmen make beautiful, translucent glassware.

Now from a special observation deck, visitors can observe the various steps in handcrafting glass; the furnace where silica sand, combined with other materials, is fused under intense heat; the gatherer who takes from this mass a small amount or "gob" of glass which he delivers to a blower, who blows the gob into a form, or shape, using tools similar to those of centuries ago. When the blower has re-heated the piece he has shaped, it is passed on to a finisher who does whatever is necessary for completion - adding handles, rings, etc.

Next, each piece is placed into an annealing lehr or oven, wherein, over a period of many hours gradual cooling to room temperature takes place. The skill of Blenko's expert craftsman is acquired only after many years of experience. As a result of excellence Blenko ware has been shown in museums and cultural exhibitions throughout the world, and has received numerous awards. Leading gift shops and department stores in America, as well as abroad, have sold Blenko for many years. It is in demand everywhere.

Please come and have a rewarding visit in our factory outlet store, or experience the practice of one of the most ancient of man's arts, producing contemporary designs in glassware, while you watch. All those who make up the Blenko Glass Company extend to you a cordial invitation to come (or come again as the case may be) and enjoy all there is for one to see, and learn about, in the Blenko Visitor Center, Milton, West Virginia.

Hours
Monday thru Friday 8a - 12p & 12:30p - 3:30p
* Note:  phone 304 743 8091 to confirm the tour is available prior to visit.                           

Happy Birthday Day to Dr Yadav - Blenko Glass Collector

August 11, 2015 is the Birthday of Vivek Yadav.  Vivek is a PhD  Mechanical Engineer. A former Penn State Post Doc Research Scholar.  He is now a full time  faculty/ scientific researcher at a New York University.  He works in the field of neurology and biomechanics, where he develops math models to identify mechanisms involves in movement control, and the corresponding brain regions related to these mechanisms. Vivek obtained a grant from American Heart Association (AHA) in 2010 for this work.

Vivek has many hobbies including cooking,  hiking, mountain climbing, writing, photography and of course glass. He has collected Blenko and other American Glass  for over three years.   He now is a glass blower,  we often feature his work on the blog.  We've heard from readers that it inspired you to take the glasses offered at Blenko.  Vivek does not work for Blenko,  although he spends many hours each week monitoring blog comments and assisting readers with glass Identification.  Vivek has yet to visit Blenko Glass.  If you are a friend of his on Facebook, suggest a visit to Blenko!

Dr V  also maintains the www.blenkoproject.org  webpages.  He is solely responsible for making available  the entire Blenko Glass catalog collection a part of the Blenko Project website.

Dr V is a frequent contributor to the Heart of Glass Blog

Blenko Glass Company Limited / Special Edition

This 9 1/4 inch tall vase is  #3015

we are showing it in clover, it is available in sea breeze, topaz, cobalt, red and turquoise.

This item is available at the Blenko Glass www.blenkoglass.com website.  You may purchase on line - there is a shipping fee.
The Blenko catalog describes this as a spiraling twist of color in motion. It will be produced June 2015 until May 2016.
  You'll want to add this one to your Blenko Glass collection.
To learn more about Blenko Glass view the Blenko Project webpages at www.blenkoproject.org.  
* Note:  Photo :  Blenko Glass 

Blenko Glass / Sheet Glass

Hillery,  I am not a glass collector but do use sheet glass.  My supplier told me some time ago Blenko Glass was unavailable.  Can you update me on the availability of Blenko sheet glass?

Thomas Chenot

Thomas,  For accurate information I recommend you write or phone Blenko Glass  - Bill Blenko Drive or PO Box 67 Milton, WVa 25541  Phone 304 743 9081.

A quick check of the www.blenkoglass.com webpages indicate Sheet Glass is available.  The price is $50 per sheet of Blenko Colors - the cost for red orange and yellow is slightly higher at $55 per ( 18x25 minimum sheet).

The historic wood mold antique sheet glass is available in clear only and cost $65 per pound.

Blenko Glass sells " scrap glass' in various sizes at $2 per pound.

Thank you for writing.

HJH

The Blenko Glass Leaf Vase

In 2015 Arlon Bayliss created a Leaf Vase for the WV Birthday Vase.
It was a vase that divided these collectors,  some loved this vase, others wanted more.
We loved the leaf vase,  my Dad and Uncles bought all three Leaf Vases.
   If you didn't participate in the WV Birthday Vase event - or if you participate and like my family you 'loved' the leaf vase.
Blenko is now offering ( not the Birthday Vase) but a smaller leaf vase in three beautiful colors.
    These are available on the www.blenkoglass.com  Blenko Glass webpages - you may order on line, by phone or drive to Blenko.
It's our belief that the "Leaf Vase" will become a special Blenko item.
    We're showing the leaf vase in Celery. 

Note:  photo from Blenko Glass.

A " New" Blenko Glass Color

A new for 2015 Blenko Glass Color.
   The color is called Bermuda Blue.
I know many of you collect by color,  my friend Carolee collects only vintage rose,  Roxie a blog friend collects only Cobalt,  Susie collects
only ruby,  Thomas collects only the vintage yellows.
   It seems everyone loves the B L U E S!  and no one does 'color' like Blenko Glass  www.blenkoglass.com.
    You may visit the Blenko Glass website to view a complete selection of the items in this new color.
    It makes me think of the Atlantic Ocean - a very peaceful  Blue!
We hope you also like this new color,  and you'll add many items in the Bermuda Blue to your Blenko Glass Collection.
    If you aren't a member of the Blenko Glass Collectors on Facebook - you'll want to check out this group.
    To view a brief history of Blenko Glass Company,  we recommend The Blenko Project at www.blenkoproject.org.
    As always thank you for your continued interest in West Virginia Glass. 

Note:  Photo of the Heart Vase designed by Arlon Bayliss for Blenko.  The color is Bermuda Blue.  

Happy Birthday to Blenko Glass Collector - Mrytle Beach and Charleston SC Skip Copley

Skip Copley is a South Carolina real estate  Sales person associated with Lennar Homes in the Myrtle Beach and Charleston, SC area.  Skip loves WVa Glass ( almost as much as he love KY Basketball)  most especially he likes

the BLENKO GLASS.
His collection is not large - but he has some of the best examples of quality Blenko Glass.
Skip uses the Blenko fish and Blenko sun faces as yard décor in the lake home,  he uses the lamps and the B-day pieces in his myrtle beach house.

He reports using all of this Blenko Glass,  even the (ugh) ashtrays and lighters.
Happy Birthday Skip Copley   From Heart of Glass.

Moonshine Jugs? Blenko Glass Company

In the 'new' for 2015  catalog is the Moonshine jug.

This item has been produced in various forms since the 80s - a jug was the Birthday Vase some time ago.

This year Blenko is offering the jugs in three sizes.

You'll want to purchase one or more for your Carbide friends who no longer live in W.Va.
These 'moonshine jugs' made a wonderful "Welcome to West Virginia" gift.

Birthdays? What to Give? Blenko Glass has the answer!

Blenko Glass Company located in Milton, W.Va  has been creating new and different art glass for almost 100 years.
   This year they are producing Blenko Glass ball ornaments for each
month - so IF like Vivek and I ,   your birthday is in August -or the birthday of a special someone in your life.
    Pictured here is the ornament for August!   You can come back each month to view the ornament of the month,  or you can access the Blenko Glass website www.blenkoglass.com and view all twelve.
    Three of my friends are expecting babies this fall - I will most definitely be sending the Blenko Glass ornament of the month to each!
    Another creative idea from Blenko Glass.  * note:  photo courtesy of Blenko Glass Company.

Blenko Glass Company Has New ITEMS for 2015!

3515 Blenko Heart Vase -  similar to the WV Birthday Vase's hearts...

You'll want to purchase this item for the special persons in your life.

A forever heart! 
This is available in three colors and crystal.
Note:  Blenko Vases and the colors vary - no two are exactly the same.
Handcrafted means just this made by hand.

*  note:  we think the guys at Blenko produce the finest tangerine - the color intensity varies from item to item,  but its always lovely.

Blenko Glass Co,. New for 2015 - Moonshine Jugs

These beauties come in three sizes and multiple colors.  You'll want a complete family of  " Moonshine Jugs"

We recommend buying as " Welcome to WVa " gifts, and for friends who have moved out of our beautiful state.

This items says "NEW" but Blenko has made a variation of the JUG since the 80s.  One year a moonshine jug was the WV Birthday Vase - if you happen to own this jug - please send us a photo.

Another lovely item of glass from BLENKO GLASS - handcrafted in West Virginia.

BLENKO GLASS Festival Of July 31 and August 1st

Time flies doesn't it?   We've been with the Heart of Glass blog over a decade and the " Blenko Glass  Festival of Glass"  is now 8 years old!

The Festival of Glass  is  Walter Blenko creation that has grown into an event the entire State of WV looks forward to attending.

Collectors and local citizens enjoy being able to tour the factory, to view glass blowing demonstrations, to take classes in various forms of glass arts.

One big plus is the ability to have any item you purchase signed by a Blenko Family member.  You'll also get to meet Mr. Walter, Mr. Andy and their families.   Blenko Glass Company is family owned.  Once you attend the Festival of Glass you'll feel as if you are a part of this extended family.

The 8th Annual Festival of glass is to be held at Blenko Glass factory of Friday July 31 and Saturday August 1.  
Classes fill up fast - so visit the www.blenkoglass.com website to sign up or phone Blenko Glass.

Everyone is WELCOME! 

photo from 2007 Blenko Glass Collectors Society  event - Blenko - Walter & Bill, Wayne Husted.

* photo from Dr Susan Baldock 

Blenko Glass Company 2015 New this year - Helix

You may read descriptions of this item and order on the Blenko Glass Company website.
New for 2015 - available in three colors.
The cost is $175 plus shipping.

This one is certain to become a classic.

Gratitude is the hearts memory.

French Proverb :  Gratitude is the Hearts Memory.

Blog Reader Mountain Rita often writes of her gratitude to Mr Bill Blenko for his kindness during her visits to West Virginia and the factory, to Mr Richard Blenko for his charm and his generosity in including her ' an over middle age west coast bisexual' for a group lunch at a local pub.  She also frequently expresses her gratitude to Mr. Walter Blenko - who at an age when many would be enjoying retirement infused Blenko Glass Company -Mountain Rita writes often to comment on the Blenko Glass men and and women, the craftsmen who always see a bigger brighter future for Blenko !   Mountain Rita writes there are no negative nellies at Blenko!

If you aren't  gifting Made In West Virginia items - Why Not?
Blenko Glass is active and the products are better than ever. 
www.blenkoglass.com  for on line catalog and often coupons.

Thank you for shopping BLENKO GLASS CO  Milton, WVa.

To learn more about Blenko Glass visit www.blenkoproject.org .

BLENKO GLASS - UPCOMING EVENTS!

Blenko Glass Company yearly host a GLASS EVENT ....  its coming up very soon.
Many glasses are being offered...
We'll post additional information as Blenko Glass sends it to us.

We do know Ernie Downey will be teaching several jewelry making classes!  These classes fill up very quickly, if you are interested I recommend phoning BLENKO GLASS today.
HJH
Photo of an Ernie Downey pendant  - One I'd very much like to own.
You won't be making anything quiet this nice - - but last year the ladies and gentlemen were very pleased with their creations. 

Destiny

Agnes de Mille wrote " Destiny is made known silently"  " No trumpets sound when important decisions  of  life are made."

Blenko Glass  Company from Bankruptcy to a Most Prosperous Era.

Thank you for your continued support of BLENKO GLASS COMPANY  www.blenkoglass.com.
Blenko Glass - made in West Virginia. 

Extra class for blenko pumpkin

Festival of Glass

Due to its extreme popularity, we have added an extra "Make your own "Pumpkin" on Saturday, Aug 1 starting at 8:30. This class is already filling fast so if you are interested, give us a call tomorrow morning to sign up. You may call 877-425-3656.

Blenko festival of glass

Below is update on upcoming Festival of Glass. Making glass is not easy. It takes a lot of time, patience and practice. I have been blowing glass for 2 years now, and I still learn new things every day. Once you make glass, you see glass differently and appreciate the skill that goes into making a piece even more. Blenko has glass making classes, please sign up to experience what glass making feels like.
Thanks
Vivek


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Festival of Glass

Many of our classes have already sold out, but we still have openings in the following classes:

Blown Ornament
Paperweight
Mug Vase---very limited
Small dalle mosaic
Etched jewelry
Stacked dichroic jewelry
Glass chimes-rectangle
Glass chimes-rings
Stepping Stone Mosaic
Glass workshop on July 31

To sign up call 877-425-3656

State College Festival of Arts: July 9 to July 12

State College PA is having its annual festival of arts this week. From Thursday to Sunday. They also have bluegrass festival during the same time, and boalsburg arts festival featuring more local artists. IF you can, please make it to the festival. Several glass artists come here from all over US to showcase their work.

Thanks
Vivek

Blenko Glass Company

Blenko Glass.  
My nana always said " Beauty is in the eye of the beholder."   My nana Limoge luncheon plates are from a different era but are appreciated by my friends and I.   Each time I use them I think of
my nana and how much she likes these plates.

BLENKO GLASS  vinage and NEW can provide this same enjoyment and cherish memories decade after decade.
Bring your children and grandchildren with you to BLENKO allow them to learn more about the locally made glass.   Allow them to see how much you treasure your Blenko.
Teach them to look without touching, and later on teach them the proper way  to clean  and care for the Blenko.

This is how memories are made.   Blenko Glass was created to work  to be used and enjoyed in your home.

Thank you for purchasing Blenko Glass.  www.blenkoglass.com.

Act Two - Blenko Glass

Act One -  Sets the Scene

Act Two - Wiser - more experienced - open to change - courageous and Ready for Continued Success!

In a 80s best seller a feminist wrote of ACT II in life -  the above characteristics were given by her.
They are perhaps true for Blenko!

Mr Walter Blenko ( prominent patent attorney) and Mr. Arlon Bayliss ( glass artist and renown designer) are guiding BLenko glass using the most talented Blenko employees in Blenko
's Act II.

If you are considering a BLENKO GLASS COLLECTION  this is a great time to start.

So many websites devoted to collecting Blenko,  google Blenko Glass to find one.
The Blenko Collectors are back together and are now on Facebook - you'll want to join.
Many webpages are devoted to the collections  of Blenko.  We have a few of what we consider to be the best at our Blenko Project website www.blenkoproject.org .   Looking at collections often inspires new collectors to search for particular items and to upgrade their on going collections.

Warning - Blenko Can Be Addictive!

Note: If you are searching for a piece of Blenko - let us know and we'll pass this info on our mailing list.
We also have a list of WV BIrthday Vases for sale.
The  Blenko Project.  theblenkoproject@aol.com

Blenko Glass - Helps to Make Life Simple!

William Morris founder of Arts n Crafts Movement wrote:
" Have nothing in your home that you do not KNOW to be USEFUL and BEAUTIFUL!

Blenko is always useful - its made in a factory - usually hand blown into a mold or free formed by the craftsman.   Blenko is always beautiful!

Blenko is perfect in the Arts n Crafts ( think Frank Lloyd Wright) or a Victorian Home - Blenko is
unique, colorful and 'fits in most anywhere.'

My nana always said " beauty is in the eye of the beholder" 

If you don't own Blenko Glass.  May I suggest you visit the TAMARACK
www.tamarackwv.com  in Beckly WVa,  the Blenko Glass Co in Milton, WVa.  www.blenkoglass.com  or visit the Blenko Project pages of owners glass collections  www.blenkoproject.org .

Thank you for buying Blenko Glass!

What Women Want....

The great question...which I have not been able to answer despite my 30 years of research into the feminine soul is " what does a Woman want?"
Sigmund Freud

Dr Freud,

WOMEN WANT BLENKO!   Blenko Glass Company located in Milton West Virginia
Blenko is made in WVa by West Virginians.

To learn more about Blenko Glass  visit the www.blenkoglass.com Blenko Glass Company website and www.blenkoproject.org  Blenko Project website.

Blenko Catalogs

Blenko Catalogs are the very best way to identify your vintage Blenko Glass
www.blenkoproject.org  has a link to all Blenko Glass Company Catalogs.

These catalogs ( reproductions) are sold on line for less than $15 per catalog.  Catalogs may also be obtained through the W.Va Museum of Glass in Weston, W.Va.

Should you not be able to find your particular glass treasure in these catalogs,  you may send a photo of the object  along with measurements to  Theblenkoproject@aol.com  The Blenko Project - we are running about 6 weeks behind in identification as many of our volunteers have children and grandkids they are responsible for during the summer months.

Thank you for collecting BLENKO GLASS.  Visit the Blenko Glass website weekly for special offers and also the Blenko Collectors are now on Facebook.

Thank you
HJH

Readers - Were you able to get a WV Birthday piece, Happy Afterhours vase or Moonshine jug?

If so, please share your experience and photos!
NOTE:  We're having an issue with blog uploads
I'll publish your photos in August when we know its working at 100%.
Please continue to send photos of the event and your pieces.

Blenko Limited Edition Moonshine Jug

For those of you who can't make it to Milton, there is a special edition piece being sold at the Capital Market in Charleston today - both in person and over the phone!

Birthday Peice on Sale tomorrow, 8am

The Visitor Center, located at 9 Bill Blenko Drive, Milton, will open 8 am tomorrow for the Birthday Piece Sale.  
Blenko is celebrating its 35th anniversary of creating the WV Birthday piece.
 This year’s birthday piece is called “Autumn Flame." This vase pays homage to the state’s trees.

The piece is limited to a quantity of 152 and will be sold for $152 plus tax. Each piece is hand signed by the designer Arlon Bayliss and Blenko President Walter Blenko, Jr.

Readers have reported there are already over 35 Blenko Die-Hards in Line!
Will you be there?

WV BIRTHDAY VASE / BLENKO GLASS

  Readers,
If you haven't made plans to visit Blenko for the WV Birthday Celebrations do so this day.
If you need info re: where to stay, what to wear, where to part the RV,
where to eat?
Email us we can help.
TheBlenkoProject@aol.com
You must be present and in line to receive a card that will allow you to purchase the vase.
Blenko Glass Company web site has all the info about this vase and also
other objects that will be sold during this weekend of celebration.
HJH
The lines for the Bday Vase are long...people start as early as Wednesday the day before....in the past as long as you arrive by 3am on Saturday you will be assured of receiving a vase. . . . each year the lines are longer.  Check with Blenko Glass to ask what they suggest.

BLENKO GLASS COMPANY - WV Birthday Celebration - You are Welcome to Join In

We've been doing the Blenko Project and this blog for nearly ten  years.
We are grateful to many collectors for their help in the development and of the Blenko Project and assisting with this blog.

I am especially grateful to Dr Vivek Yadav ( Penn State University) and Bruce Specht of Texas for their daily contributions.  Bruce and his family own one of the finest Blenko Collections.  He frequently shares photos and his extensive knowledge of Blenko with blog readers.
Dr Yadav is a PHD engineer, a researcher, and recently added glass blower to his list of skills.  . 

Our sole goal is to promote West Virginia Glass most especially BLENKO GLASS.   I've been a big fan of Blenko for more than 20 years.
Most everyone who visit the Blenko Glass Factory - visits with the talented craftsmen become a fan.  We do not buy or sell glass.   We have real jobs not pertaining to glass or selling glass.  We do assist Blenko Collectors with rehoming their glass or finding a particular Blenko item.  We are not employed by Blenko and receive no compensation of any type for Blenko Project or this blog.

Blenko Glass Company  is unique, its small, its friendly, its responsive.

I have yet to ask a craftsperson or an office person for assistance without getting a response.

Blenko Glass and Blenko Collectors are approachable and friendly if you don't collect, or have been fearful to call yourself a collector.
Consider joining Blenko for the WV Birthday Celebration.  If you don't feel like standing in line - - do what my Mom does ( she's over 65) go for the Friday Night Vase - its less expensive and you walk in and pick it 
up ...continue to shop while you are there.  Often time Mr Walter or Mr. Bill or Mr Andy Blenko will be there on Friday and Saturday to sign your glass.
I know the experts say signed glass isn't more value ............BUT....I'd rather have my glass signed. " It helps with the 'estate sale' later in life  "is a quote from Blenko Collector from Conn  Margie.

Every year the WV Birthday Vase is special and we all stand in long lines to purchase ....however since Arlon Bayliss began designing this vase.  It is UNIQUE and their is a story accompanying the vase.  Arlon Bayliss understands how important this item is to the Blenko Collector.
Acquiring the whole collection shouldn't be goal....its nearly impossible at this point.  We are now counting ten whole collections.
But  a goal could be owning all the vases designed by Bayliss - start now and add to your personal collection yearly.

Blenko - WVa Birthday Celebration - June 20th

This tradition began with a shared taxi in NYC.  

 

A Handmade Piece of History

West Virginia's 152nd Birthday WV Day Celebration Piece
Autumn Flame $152.00 each plus tax. Approx.. (12 1/4") High
Designer Quote - This year Blenko's WV birthday piece, pays homage to the states trees. "Their leaves in Spring and Summer refresh our air, and in the fall their parting gift is a dazzling blaze of color. They were here long before we were; and if we take care of them they will remain to shade and shelter long after we are gone". 
Available for Sale
 8am Saturday, June 20, 2015Only 152 Available for Purchase! Signed and Numbered byDesigner Arlon Bayliss and Walter Blenko.
One per person. Must be present at our Visitor Center to purchase.
No Advance Orders, No Phone Orders. No exceptions.
Excluded from discounts and coupons.Special gift shop hours 8 am to 5pm.

 

West Virginia Day Companion Pieces
Summer Shade and Spring At Last
 Two Companions to this years WV birthday vase were designed by Arlon Bayliss to continue homage to trees, a precious state resource. This pair of flattened, leaf shaped bottles represent foliage in summer and spring. 
SUMMER SHADE   is wonderfully blown in Desert Green
$55.00 9 3/4" High


The companion pieces will be available for purchase on Friday, June 19, at our Happy After Hours sale from 7pm to 9pm at our Visitor Center during the sale we will be offering 15% off your entire purchase during the special sale hours. Signing event with Arlon Bayliss and Walter Blenko. 



SPRING AT LAST is wonderfully blown in our new color Mountain Spring $55.00 9 3/4" High  
 



To order online
For our customers that can't make it to us we will be offering the companion pieces online starting on Saturday, June 20, at 12pm EST

Husted flame stoppered decanters-"big brother has arrived"

Husted flame stoppered decanters-"big brother has arrived"

 On the left is a Blenko Turquoise 6122S with it's Big Brother the Blenko 6122M in Amethyst. I located the Amethyst on Ebay and was able to clean it up after it arrived in a pretty dirty state. I really enjoy the elongated stoppers that  distinguish this design of Husted.

 Hope you enjoy too.
Bruce

Reader Has 80, 81, 82, 83, 84 and other WV Bday Vases for Sale

Hello.
Hillery I have about 20 WV Birthday Vases I need to sell.
My gmom was a collector she didn't go every year but she did have the first five and many others.
I'd like to have 1500$ for 80, 81, and $1000 for 82 - 85.  The others I'd like 500 to 850 for each piece, she has all the Bayliss pieces and many from the 90s . 
I'll try to send photos.
If there are collectors who wish to purchase I would like to know.
Do you think these prices are too high?  My gmom had written on a note that she turned down $1500 for 80 and and later turned down 1500 for 81
but perhaps prices have dropped?
Anna

Dear Anna,
   The value of glass / Blenko is determined by what the purchaser is willing to pay.  I have direct knowledge of a 1980 selling for $1650 in 1999.   We don't buy and sell glass at the www.blenkoproject.org  we do assist often readers and collectors with completing their collections by
connecting buyer with seller.
    Rehoming Blenko you no longer want or use is a good thing!
Please send photos and I'll post them here and forward you response from any interested person.
    Good Luck!   We have collectors needing 90 91 and 81 immediately.  I'll post this on the blog and forward you any email contacts.  Did your g-mom collect other WV Glass?
Hillary 

 

 

 

Husted Turquoise flame stoppered decanters

Husted Turquoise flame stoppered decanters

LArge grouping of Husted designed Flame Stoppered decanters. from the left is the Blenko #6310, Blenko #6122S, Blenko #6112, Blenko #627S, and Blenko # 627L. This is one of Shelley's favorite photos that I have taken to date.

Bruce S

Myers and Husted ground top vases

Myers and Husted ground top vases

 These two pieces have come home in the past several months from local dealers here in Weatherford, TX. and Oklahoma City, OK.  Shelley and I stumbled upon the Myers vase in OK but I wasn't sure of the identification on the piece until we returned home. I didn't buy it at the time and Shelley went out of her way to contact the dealer later and arrange the purchase and shipping. I was completely surprised to open a package on my birthday with this beauty inside. The Jonquil Husted design came from a dealer who I ended up purchasing another Myers designed vase from as well. On the left is the Myers designed Blenko #6923 in Tangerine and the Jonquil piece is a Husted designed Blenko #6317.

 Hope your readers enjoy too.
Bruce S

Predesigner Ruffle Vase from Bruce

Predesigner Ruffle Vase

As you are well aware by now I really enjoy finding the older designs of Blenko such as these examples of Predesigner vases. From the left is the Blenko #388 Footed ruffle vase in Lemon, Blenko #389 Ruffle topped vase in Ruby, and the Blenko #390 vase in Turquoise. I have several examples of the 388's and 390's but this is only the second #389 I have been able to locate and purchase. Ruby is always plus for any Blenko that I can find.

 Hope this will help your readers find one for their collections as well.

> Bruce Specht

Blenko Loves Blenko

This is the season for weddings!   If you haven't considered Blenko Glass,  go to the www.blenkoglass.com web pages and start to search for the ideal wedding gift.
To make this and most any BLENKO GLASS Company item even more special consider engraving your Blenko.
Blenko Glass can arrange to have this done for you, or you may contact ' A Touch of Glass  www.westvirginiaglass.com.   These ladies know glass and they are the best engravers in our area.
    Over the years I've had a dozen or more wedding gifts engraved. 
Blenko Glass has a gift for everyone and for every occasion.
     The ladies of Blenko headed by Christy Gibson consider customers as friends,  you'll be surprised at the attention your orders receive.
      HJH 

Some Brides enjoy receiving vases in their wedding colors!  Blenko has a wide variety of colors. 

To learn more about Blenko Glass Company located in Milton, WVa  visit the non profit site of The Blenko Project www.blenkoproject.org .