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The Village Council

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+ - Is handblown glass eco-friendly?

Absolutely! Handblown glass offers a wonderful opportunity to recycle glass from discarded wine and beverage bottles and give them a unique new life born of fire. Artisans often acquire materials from bottle factories or local restaurants, which helps eliminate waste and potential environmental contamination. Their artistry creates something new, beautiful, and more valuable that can be used and appreciated for years to come.

+ - What should I look for when buying handblown cocktail glasses?

There are a few things to consider when buying handblown cocktail glasses. First, make sure they are well made and of good quality. When held up to the light, a quality piece of handblown glass will not show rough edges or cracks, will have a smooth finish on the bottom, and will not tip or wobble. Their size should be suited to your needs and they should feel stable. Additionally, you might consider if the glass design and style will be adaptable to your drink(s) of choice. Cheers!

+ - How are confetti handblown glass pitchers made?

Confetti glass pitchers are always 100% unique and the way they come to be is quite a process! Glass bottle pieces in the desired color are chosen, and then melted at 1500C into a molten ball. This crystalline ball is then dipped into a tray of colorful glass confetti, which adheres to the hot glass to create a unique design for each piece. The product is then blown and shaped by hand and a handle is added. This incredible process is magical to witness, and is demonstrated beautifully in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtxrtKd-Vao

+ - What are some distinguishing features of Mexican handblown glass?

Many would say that the interplay of clear glass with unique colors like cobalt blue or other vibrant hues is what distinguishes the art of Mexican handblown glass. It is also widely admired for its sturdiness, as it is heavier than typical glassware and has a more robust, rustic appeal when compared to handmade glass from other regions.Because each piece is handmade, shape and size can vary slightly and tiny bubbles may appear within the glass. This exemplifies the handblown technique, making every piece a unique example of blown glass craftsmanship.

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Upcycled glass carafe set, 'Water is Life'

Mario

Jan 12, 2021

Great EDC (Every Day Carry)

I found a decorative wine cork for it and carry it in my EDC bag, specially great for the gym; although, I have to be careful with it. Planning on buying another. Thank you.

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Recycled glass carafe and glasses, 'Karma Effect' (set for 2)

Adam

Jan 29, 2022

Gift that made a huge hit!

I gave this as a “white elephant“ gift at the office Christmas party… Everybody loved it and it traded hands four times before it found its new home… Everyone wanted to know where I got it from and of course I told them. Absolutely perfect for the purpose I needed!

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Blown glass wine glasses, 'Lime Globe' (set of 4)

Nicole

Oct 12, 2016

I love these glasses!!!

I am buying my second pair of glasses. I love them, they are so thick and well made that they keep my drink very cold and they are not easy to break. Most glasses I buy from the store break easily. I am hard on glasses. :) I did manage to break one of my first set. It was my fault. I wet them and put them in the freezer so they are cold when I add my drink. I did not put it in well and it fell out of the freezer and hit the tile when it fell. My fault totally , no glass could handle that fall. :) So, I decided to buy another set I can't wait to get them. Suggestion, perhaps they can make another set with a blue ring instead of a green one? I would love to have them in different colors. Great buy, excellent quality! I also bought another set of glasses from them and I love them too!

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Novica Handblown Collection Handmade blown glassware

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Without a doubt, what distinguishes Mexican hand blown glass art is the interplay of clear glass with such colors as cobalt blue and other vibrant hues.

The art of hand blown glass or vidrio soplado has diversified throughout the world, yet it is in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, where allegedly more... read more

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