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Heart of Glass - Blenko Glass

Blenko Glass is a West Virginia treasure that spans generations. Nothing symbolizes the state of West Virginia better or more beautifully than Blenko Glass. We will discuss current and former craftsmen and designers and how important it is that Blenko and West Virginia glass be appreciated and valued by the younger generation.

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Blenko Glass. www.blenkoglass.com Sheet Glass


.Doc Glass,
Does Blenko make sheet glass?  I'm taking a stain glass class and would like to add Blenko Glass to the clear glass provided by my instructor?
Devan W.

Devan,   My suggestion is contact Blenko Glass using their webpage www.blenkoglass.com, and ask if they make sheet glass and what is the current price. HJH
Sheet Glass was offered during the Annual Blenko Glass Warehouse Sale ( 2014) see the above photo.  .

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Monday, April 21, 2014

Upcoming Events for 2014 at Blenko Glass Company.

WV Birthday Celebration: June 21, 2014
Festival of Glass: August 1 & 2, 2014
Black Friday Sale: November 28, 2014

Mark your calendars, and come down to support Blenko Glass Company. 


Saturday, April 19, 2014

Thursday, April 17, 2014

Blenko Mini Waterbottles

We appreciate the Blenko Glass mini waterbottle.  We live in a condo 750sqft.  We downsized in 2009.  Most all of our Blenko is in storage.  With the new  Blenko mini waterbottles, we have room to display a collection ten, all unique in the kitchen window.  Thank Blenko for us,  this was a great idea.  Hillary, do you know who decided to make the mini?  That person should be given a giant raise.
S. Baldock

Susan,  Above is a photo of mini water bottles sold during the Blenko Glass warehouse sale.  Starting a new collection?  Consider attending the 2015 Blenko Glass warehouse sale.
Re:  Who decide to make the mini?  I dunno, we'll send a note to Blenko with this question.
H.

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Blenko

Hillary,  This is a photo I cut from your blog.   I bought three 'look a likes' at the Warehouse Blenko Glass Sale for under $100 a piece.   My neighbor has a similar one she bought for $500 in 2007.
I felt good about my purchase.
Bob G. 

Readers,  If you missed the 2014 annual warehouse sale -  mark your 2015 calendar.  This sale improves yearly.  Amazing prices on unique Blenko and also the run of the mill Blenko.
We recommend doing your Xmas and other gift shopping in April at the Yearly Warehouse Sale.
hjh

Monday, April 14, 2014

A Selection of Blenko Birthday Pieces Designed by Arlon Bayliss




Is your favorite Bayliss design above?
If so -why is it your fav?
If not - which one is, and why?

Saturday, April 12, 2014

Blenko Glass Designer Created Note Cards


The Blenko Glass Water Bottle  www.blenkoglass.com   is an icon.   Paper Designer Diana Weber created these note Cards.


To learn more about Blenko Glass and collecting Blenko please view www.blenkoproject.org  The Blenko Project Website. 

Friday, April 11, 2014

Tuxes and Tails April 27th 2014

Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association’s

 

Annual Gala

 

Sunday, April 27, 2014
6:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Clay Center Benedum Grand Lobby

 

Entertainment by The Production Company
Gourmet Buffet Dinner • Cash Bar • Silent Auction
– Cocktail Attire –

 
Tickets: $100 in advance, $125 at the door
(25% discount for KCHA members)
Phone: 304-342-1576
 

Tickets now on sale at our website:
www.adoptcharleston.com

 

and at the following locations:

Taylor Books
226 Capitol St, Charleston, WV 25301
 
Tony the Tailor
822 Virginia St E, Charleston, WV 25301
 
Picture Perfect Pets Grooming and Supplies
5402 MacCorkle Avenue SE, Charleston, WV 25304
 
Mission Savvy
202 Hale St, Charleston, WV 25301
 
The West Virginia Executive
8 Capitol Street, Suite 200, Charleston WV, 25301
 
KCHA office
1248 Greenbrier St., Charleston, WV  25311


Thursday, April 10, 2014

Blenko Variations

Some time ago, readers were asking for photos from the Blenko - Variations Series by Wayne Husted.
These 12 vases were sold by special order only -  four offerings each had three bottles.
At time of purchase they were appropriately $450 per the three plus postage.
The number sold is questionable.   Some research indicates there were 40 people who subscribed for the entire series.
Blenko also sold the 2nds at the Visitors Centers.   Wayne Husted also sold Artist Proofs and
some Artist Proofs for each of the 12.  
This series as with most of the unique and quality items sold by Blenko Glass  www.blenkoglass.com has increased in value .
hjh
If you own the Variations Series,  or have additional info - let us know and we'll add new information to the Blenko Project  www.blenkoproject.org. website.
hjh

Monday, April 07, 2014

"Birthday Vase" by Dan Hollis (Marshal University) wins first-place in Professional Electronic Media Awards and Exhibition.



HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - For the eighth year in a row and the 10th time in the past 11 years, Marshall University associate professor Dan Hollis received the first-place award in the Video News category during the Professional Electronic Media Awards and Exhibition. The recognition was at the National Broadcasting Society's national convention, which took place March 11-16 in Los Angeles.
Hollis received the award for his work as executive producer for "Birthday Vase," a behind-the-scenes look at Blenko Glass' creation of a special vase commemorating West Virginia's 150th birthday. He also presented a video about a Huntington Whiffle ball league.
"Obviously winning such recognition for the 10th time is an honor," Hollis said. "I hope it shows a record of sustained excellence, but I create these videos because I love telling stories."
Hollis said he uses the award-winning videos to demonstrate important concepts he wants to illustrate to his students.
"The real satisfaction is doing quality work that you can be proud of whether it's in or outside the classroom," Hollis said. "To win awards and receive recognition by others in your field is a bonus."
Hollis teaches in Marshall's W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications and is adviser to the student chapter of the National Broadcasting Society (NBS).
The videos, along with other Hollis creative television features, can be seen at youtube.com/user/danhollisvideo. For more information, contact Hollis at 304-696-2730.

Sunday, April 06, 2014

"You Design It; We Make It" at Corning Museum of Glass

Corning is having its "You Design It; We Make It"contest where glass artists will make designs sent by you. Below is information from CMOG's website.

"You Design It; We Make It"
You Design It; We Make It! brings the art of design and glassmaking alive for visitors of all ages.

Submit a drawing of something you’d like to see made in glass. It can be a fanciful shape, something inspired by the collection, or an idea you’ve always wanted to see realized. Tell us what inspired your design.
At select shows throughout the day, glassmakers at the Hot Glass Show or Flameworking Demo will choose a drawing that inspires them, and then make that piece in front of a live audience. The designer can watch his or her vision become reality.

If your piece is chosen and completed successfully, we will contact you so that you may keep it. Glass pieces must anneal overnight, so there may be a shipping charge.

You Design It; We Make It! is available during school breaks, and throughout the summer. We are sorry, but we cannot make designs of any kind of weapon.

http://www.cmog.org/glassmaking/demos/you-design-it-we-make-it



Saturday, April 05, 2014

5 on friday: Dazzling blues. (1208 Bella Bocca Pitcher)


1208 Bella Bocca Pitcher was featured in March edition of Cooking Light.
http://simmerandboil.cookinglight.com/2014/02/14/5-on-friday-dazzling-blues/
RIPPLE EFFECT Handcrafted by the artisans at Blenko Glass Company in West Virginia, this pitcher is so gorgeous it could almost steal the show at dinner parties. $78, shop.blenko.com

1208 Bella Bocca is now available for sale at http://shop.blenko.com/1208-Bella-Bocca-Pitcher-1208.htm . 

Monday, March 31, 2014

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Blenko Glass Warehouse Sale

Today!
Prices are reduced yet again.   Reductions up to 80% off.

You'll want to shop now for Xmas and other Holiday Gift Giving.

Carolee reports she purchased $300  and plans to offer her new finds
on Ebay.

Good Luck  with your visit to the Annual Warehouse Sale.

Saturday, March 29, 2014

Between Infinite Stars" - Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation




Arlon Bayliss light installation for Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation.
 Pharos Controlled Flexiflex LED lights and dichroic glass.

Between Infinite Stars" - Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation

Friday, March 28, 2014

Blenko Warehouse Sale - Annual Event TODAY and remainder of this week.

Blenko Glass's annual warehouse sale continues.

Prices are up to 75% off.     

Readers have reported purchasing Artist Proof Blenko for $50 to $70.

Water bottles and vases for Under $20.


If you have photos from the warehouse sale, please share by sending to
theblenkoproject@ aol.com.
Thank you.
HJH

Thursday, March 27, 2014

Arlon Baylis - Blenko Glass Designer & Much More.

   The next seven or eight post,  we will be writing about Arlon Bayliss.  Arlon Bayliss is the current Blenko Glass designer.   We'll also do our daily ' Go to Blenko for the Warehouse Sale until end of the Sale'. 
    Many collectors agree his addition to the West Virginia Birthday Series - are among the 'best' of this series.   Yearly devotee to the WV Birthday - Blenko series wait patiently to for  Mr. Bayliss 's new design.   Arlon Bayliss understands the Birthday Collectors - he knows we like W.Va. Glass but we expect something very special each year!  
     The Blenko Project often suggest to new Collectors think search only for the WV Birthday Vases made by Bayliss.    This collection ( WVBD/ Blenko )  spans many decades and its difficult to acquire a full collection.   Our last count was 8 complete sets ( including the one housed at WVU in Morgantown).   If you own a complete set of WVBD/ Blenko please send an email to theblenkoproject   at aol.com  so we might register your completed set of WVBD/Blenko.
     
      The Blenko Glass Warehouse Sale continues today and each day this week.   If you haven't been to Blenko.  Plan to go this week,  the Warehouse Sale is like no other!
hjh