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Your answers straight from the village experts

+ - 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.

Featured Reviews

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Ceramic pitcher, 'Raining Flowers'

Tina

Mar 27, 2022

Centerpiece on my table

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This pitcher is a beautiful piece of art that is now the centerpiece on my dining table. Looking at it makes me smile!

Ice Tea Pitcher

Mexican Ceramic Pitcher

Mexican Confetti Glass.

Mexican Confetti Glassware!

Quality Tableware

Multicolor Tableware

Pitchers & Decanters Tableware

Ceramic Tableware

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Ceramic tumblers, 'Raining Flowers' (pair)

William

Mar 12, 2020

Beautiful tumblers

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Very colorful. Problem-free purchase. Shipped/received quickly. I use one of the tumblers in my bathroom. I used the second one as a pencil/pen holder in my office area. Would definitely buy again from this seller.

Anytime Glasses

Ceramics Pottery

Everyday Drinkware

Exceptional Representative Of Talavera Ceramics

Makes A Great Pencil/Pen Holder.

Mexican Ceramics

Mexican Pottery Talavera

Multicolor Tableware

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Ceramic tequila decanter, 'Ring of Liquid Gold'

Linda

Sep 28, 2022

Unique

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This bottle is so unique and very colorful. I love it and highly recommend to anyone who likes unusual decor.

Fancy Tequila Bottle

Mexican Decanter

Tequila Decanter

Orange Tableware

Multicolor Tableware

Pitchers & Decanters Tableware

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Armando Sobreyra

Armando Sobreyra Handcrafted Talavera-style ceramics

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"The world of ceramics is complex and enigmatic… A ceramist must be committed in every aspect of the crafting process and be willing to learn every single day."

Latest Update"I've been working with you only since 2018. I must admit that, at first, I wasn't optimistic about the response my designs could... read more

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