Blenko Glass. The PUMPKINS Are Arriving!

Blenko Glass keeps pumpkins in stock 365 days a year.
HOWEVER, in September they start making pumpkins for the PUMPKIN FESTIVAL ( we've told you about this event - yearly held in Milton).  The different shops at Blenko try to out do one another and make unique one of a kind pumpkins for the festival.  Last year, a friend purchase a pumpkin with an 8 3/4  inch stem - most common Blenko pumpkin stems are 3-6  inches.

This year Blenko is adding a Pumpkin  color  called Harvest.
You'll want to add this to your Blenko Glass Pumpkin collection.
MORE about Pumpkins in October.
 
Just for today - we'll tease you with photos of Blenko Pumpkin.

Blenko ' Early Harvest' Pumpkin 2016

Early Harvest" 9355L Large Pumpkin
Early Harvest coloration is a mix of Green, Yellow & Root Beer frit.
6" Tall with a Green stem

Blenko Glass - LOGO items - Marshall and WVU

Marshall University and West Virginia University are two of the most popular
 logo items.
If you don't have - you'll want to acquire for your next table gate.  These items make wonderful gifts any time of the year.  Most every person in West Virginia is both a Marshall and A WVU Fan - as long as they aren't playing one another.

Blenko Glass Company. New Item?

Hilery,
Went I look at the 'new' items available at online store.  They seem familiar to me.  Are these reproductions?   If they are can Blenko do others?  What are your favorites?
Anna B. Hunter



Anna,
I'm a bit like a mother of children - my favorite is the one I saw last.  Of the new / old items  I'm very fond of the chess piece and I have for years wanted a bent neck decanter.  The story is my folks owned two, one small in red and a larger one in tangerine.  I broke both on the same day.
   Blenko is now offering the 948 Bent Neck Decanter. 

Order this now at www.blenkoglass.com

948 Crystal Bent Neck Decanter w/Seabreeze Handle & Stopper
13" Tall

To learn more about Blenko , Check The Blenko Project .

Blenko Glass. Pineapple Glass

Blenko Glass Company

Handcrafted in America since 189

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                            1216L Pineapple Glass

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1216L Pineapple Glasses
5 3/4'' Tall

1216L Pineapple Glass

Price: $41.00

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It's 91 outside. Cool OFF. Blenko Snowman in Crystal

Blenko Glass Company in Milton, W.Va.
One of only three remaining glass manufacturers in W.Va.

This has been a very HOT and Humid September.   One way to cool off  - perhaps - is to think ahead to Christmas.
Blenko Glass is offering www.blenkoglass.com under new items a 5 inch snowman.  You'll want to start purchasing your BLENKO GLASS snowmen, xmas trees, and angels now.  The selection is always best in the fall.    Stocking Stuffers?   Gift Items for the Office?   Blenko has what you need! 

Blenko Snowman - cobalt hat

Blenko Glass Company. Blenko Sea turtle

Our recent addition to the Blenko line of animals is this swimming sea turtle with small fish swimming near him. In a very limited edition of Pink Ice it sold out on-line in about 2 hours. Item is available as a non-drilled item or as a hand-drilled item to create a hole for hanging. As a suncatcher or window ornament these are striking. As a flat desk ornament they are fun as well.  They can even serve as a beach themed tree ornament. 2.5” to 3.5” in diameter. Each is different due to the handmade process. Each $14 plus S & H. (additional $2 charge if you decide to have item drilled)available in tangerine, kiwi, clover, cobalt, crystal and seabreeze.

  Note:  this info from Travis Mounts who host The Blenko Glass face book page.  If you haven't LIKED or followed his  site, please do.  Travis has the latest new from Blenko Glass daily. 

The Blenko Project: To Learn More about BLENKO.  

Blenko Project Seeks New Volunteers.

The Blenko Project has several on going programs.
We attempt to assist new collectors with finding proper ID for their glass.
We prefer to assist novice collectors, NOT experienced sellers of Blenko.
We will assist anyone, but will not identify more than 6 piece per individual per year.
We are all volunteers,  we have day jobs, families and little free time.
We are NOT paid by BLENKO or anyone else.  Everyone is a Volunteer!
We are all professionals,  who collect WVA Glass or Blenko Glass or in the case of one volunteer
not a collector but one who appreciates research and  helping others.


IF you are familiar with BLENKO and wish to assist with identifications, please contact us.  We won't ask you to identify more than one item per month - unless you ask for additional.

We also need help maintaining the BLENKO PROJECT www.blenkoproject.org website.  We are currently behind with uploading the new glass items.
Loading the Blenko Glass events calendar
We recently lost our devoted webmaster to a full time professorship and a new family.
One person can do these things in about 5 -6 hours per week.
If you can assist please contact us at TheBlenkoProject@aol.com.

If you need immediate identification for your Glass.  Consider the Blenko Glass catalogues that are online www.blenkoproject.org   or reviewing The Blenko Collectors Four,   The Blenko Collectors Face book,  The Blenko Glass Face book,  many times you will find your glass item within one hour of searching. 
Currently we are about nine (9) months behind in identifying glass.  Our customary  delay is 90 days.

Thank you for reading the Blenko - Heart of Glass Blog,  for collecting BLENKO, for caring about West Virginia Glass.
HJH 

BLENKO GLASS Company. New Fish!

2916 Fish w/Assorted Frit (Pulled Feather)

An item once only offered in our Visitor Center Gift Shop, now available online! A 10’’ long, 6’’ tall Crystal form enhanced by various colors of frit to create a beautiful, one of a kind fish form. This item is made using the pulled feather technique where the frit coloration is pulled through the fish's body. $178.00 each.

At this time Fish are offered as an assorted item. Colors are chosen by the makers and vary when ordering online.

BLENKO GLASS -  New Fish 

Thank You to Travis of Blenko Glass Facebook for photo and info.

Summer 2017 Wedding in Your Future?

Weddings - Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring!   If you are in the 30 something range...many of your weekends are spent at weddings or helping your friends prepare for their wedding!

Blenko Glass can provide for the bridal party  'wedding favors'  etched or engraved hearts, stars, or a small piece of glass with the bride/ grooms initials?  Blenko CAN MAKE your 'ideas' a reality.  Have a one of a kind - unique wedding.  BLENKO CAN HELP!   View the list of products below, let your mind, and the minds of your wedding party work to make your wedding favors, or gifts to special guest very special.

You'll want to contact BLENKO GLASS www.blenkoglass.com early, as each item is handcrafted.  Prices are very reasonable.  The stars and hearts  are about $10 plus the sandblast or etch.  Prices are subject to change.  

BLENKO GLASS  Something for EVERYONE...Everyday! 

Blenko Glass Company. Cats? Lots of 'Cool Cats'

Assorted Cool Cats

All handmade and each unique. These (4'' - 4.5'' tall) pieces take the form of a seated cat with facial features and a long tail. Fun, whimsical and captivating in their individuality. $39.00 each.

At this time Cool Cats are offered as an assorted item. Frit colors are chosen by the makers and vary when ordering online

Blenko Glass 'Cool Cats'  order on line
Thanks to Travis - Blenko Facebook for photos & info.

Blenko Glass Company. Mountain State Fair Sept 16-18th 2016

More than 50 years of family fun and entertainment.

The Mountain State Art and Craft Fair®: An Appalachian Experience continues a long tradition of bringing high-quality craftsmanship to the beautiful state of West Virginia.

Since 1963 the fair has historically taken place on the grounds of the beautiful Cedar Lakes Conference Center near Ripley, WV, and will continue that tradition this year. This serene setting makes the ideal landscape to feature some of the best entertainment and artisans that the Appalachian region has to offer.

You and your family will find the best opportunity to experience culture on many levels from new and traditional arts. Don’t forget about all the great food, heritage exhibits and interactive family activities.

Mountain Music,  Crafts and Mountain Foods.

Our favorite activity at this Fair is the Mountain Music - the Violins and other Mountain String Instruments.

Blenko is now making a Violin. 

Spring Green - but available in other colors.  See www.blenkoglass.com  Cost is under $100

Spring Green Violin Vase
Patterned after the style and design of an actual violin, these stylish 11.5’’ tall vases available in Tangerine or Spring Green are perfect for the glass enthusiast looking for something a little different.

Blenko Glass Company, Milton, WVa. LABOR DAY!

In my family as in most West Virginia Families, Labor Day is a time for being together as a family. We most often spend this holiday at the ocean.  We always spend the holiday with family, playing games, eating and watching sports.
Many Blenko Glass Collectors bring out their Red, White & Blue glass for  the table ware and Blenko for the flowers.   My Aunt Hazel used Blenko to hold the small USA Flags she placed on the picnic tables.  IN West Virginia, handcrafted glass is a way of life.  Long before the 'back to basics or back to nature' movement.  West Virginians were using and enjoy handcrafted glass.  Glass often made by their friends and neighbors.

Labor Day is observed in the U.S. on every first Monday in September as a day to recognize the contributions of American workers of all industries to the U.S. economy. It is also meant to give workers a well-earned day off to relax at home or to get out for recreation.

To many, Labor Day marks the end of the summer season, even as Memorial Day marks its beginning. Many see Labor Day as their last chance to get out and take a vacation before summer is gone, and many workers get a two-week annual vacation period with Labor Day Weekend right in the middle of the two weeks off.

Most U.S. schools restart classes, after the long summer break, about a week before Labor Day. Others schools, however, resume classes on the day after Labor Day, thus allowing families to get in their last taste of summer before the school year gets underway.

Parents if your child's school doesn't offer a field trip to BLENKO GLASS in Milton, WVa.  make the suggestion at a PTA meeting.   Blenko Glass is one of only three remaining WVa Glass Manufacturers and the only maker of antique stain glass.
Thanks to Bridget for wiki definition of Labor Day.
Enjoy Your Holiday.
HJH

 Below are photos of Red / Blue and Crystal Glass we often use on Labor Day and on Memorial Day.
Wayne Husted after 9/11 made a series that was red blue and crystal...if anyone owns this please share a photo with theblenkoproject@aol.com  We would like to share with our readers, and new collectors. hjh