2007 WV Birthday Piece Unveiled

In its first collaboration with Bayliss Design Team, Blenko Glass has created a very special piece to celebrate West Virginia's 144th Birthday. The team's international experience and fresh approach to design combines with the unique skills of Blenko's glass workers. This collaboration has resulted in an object that salutes West Virginia's blue skies and winding rivers.

Two upward reaching clover spirals wrap around a sky blue form reminiscent of rounded hills and mountains in a gesture of freedom and joy. Arlon Bayliss, the team's leader states: "We wanted our first design for Blenko to be very special. Not only is it a privilege to work with this great West Virginia company, it's an additional honor to design a piece that specifically celebrates this beautiful state."

He goes on to say, "This vase was inspired not only by the area's natural wonders. it's also a symbol of a unique collaborative experience between our design team and Blenko, and between Blenko and West Virginia"

Bayliss' co-leader and partner, Mary Jo Andersen adds: "This has been an incredible experience for us in so many ways. I can't think of a more fitting 'Thank you' for both Blenko and West Virginia.

*Information taken from http://www.blenkoglass.com/*