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