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. 
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9 comments:

  1. Phani8:18 AM, June 07, 2013

    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

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  2. Phani12:05 PM, June 07, 2013

    typo: 'due to travel'

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  3. Anonymous7:21 AM, June 08, 2013

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

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  4. Anonymous10:29 AM, June 08, 2013

    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.

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  5. Anonymous10:30 AM, June 08, 2013

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

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  6. penny1:56 PM, June 10, 2013

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

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  7. Anonymous3:35 PM, June 10, 2013

    GREAT PHOTO

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  8. Anonymous4:33 AM, June 11, 2013

    Intense.

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  9. Anonymous12:40 PM, June 11, 2013

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

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