ice tea pitcher

"There are very few natural displays of color that are as beautiful as the Aurora Borealis. That ethereal show of color produced by the Northern Lights inspired the design of our 'Aurora' collection," Cantel Blown Glass Artisans explain. They craft the voluptuous pitcher by hand, using traditional blown glass techniques featuring swirling lines of color like orange, yellow, green and red underscored by aqua blue.

Because each piece is handmade, shape and size can vary slightly and tiny bubbles may appear within the glass. This exemplifies the hand-blown technique, making every piece a unique example of blown glass craftsmanship.

The Cantel Blown Glass Artisans in Guatemala craft this lovely pitcher from 100% recycled glass. Perfect for iced tea, lemonade or sangria, the pitcher is clear with subtle splashes of color.

This pitcher is hand blown from recycled glass. The clear pitcher has an ombre effect, with a hint of green at the top and brown at the bottom. The Cantel Blown Glass Artisans of Guatemala handcraft this pitcher set using glass salvaged from industrial and individual sources.

The members of Guatemala's Cantel Blown Glass Artisans are excited for the opportunity to present their own designs in this handled pitcher, hand-blown from recycled glass. Featuring a clear color with wavy stripes of orange that dance across its center, this pitcher makes a charming, eco-friendly addition to any kitchen set.

"This pitcher is from our new collection. We designed it with an eye-catching orange rim," Cantel Blown Glass Artisans explain. They craft the pitcher by hand, using traditional blown glass techniques while executing this innovative design.

Because each piece is handmade, shape and size can vary slightly and tiny bubbles may appear within the glass. This exemplifies the hand-blown technique, making every piece a unique example of blown glass craftsmanship.

Handblown of recycled glass, this pitcher is offered by the Cantel Blown Glass Artisans of Guatemala. They work with a passion for transforming recycled materials, giving the pitcher a clear body with a bold blue rim that reflects the sky.

Imbued with classical elegance, this pitcher offers the grace of Thai artistry to any setting. A fine tone of celadon green exalts smooth contours, culminating with the dramatic composition of the slender handle. Presented on a simple plate, this piece comes from the genius of Kanda.

The serene blues of the Mexican Caribbean are repeated in a hand-woven hammock. It invites a blissful afternoon with a pitcher of iced tea and a good book. Maya Artists of the Yucatán create it in the same way they have for centuries.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.

A comfy garden afternoon with friends needs a refreshing complement, like this pitcher and tumbler set from Mexico. Designed by Salime Cruces, each element in this 7-piece set is handblown from recycled glass, including a pitcher and six matching tumblers. A charming clear green hue completes the design, adding a unique but dapper touch.

A relaxing garden afternoon with friends needs a refreshing complement, like this pitcher and tumbler set from Mexico. Designed by Salime Cruces, each element in this 7-piece set is handblown from recycled glass, including a pitcher and six matching tumblers. A lovely clear rose hue completes the design, adding a sweet but dapper touch.

Perfect for a refreshing drink, this crystalline pitcher features a subtle green glow. The pitcher is crafted with blown glass techniques. "We only use alternative forms of energy - such as used oil from restaurant kitchens - to fire up the kiln, and our process is 100% handcrafted. Our designs are inspired by traditional Mexican pieces which we develop with a contemporary accent," Salime Cruces tells us.

This pretty pitcher is from the creative hands of Mexico's Topiltzin Castro, who uses the same raw materials and techniques that have been used for hundreds of years in Guanajuato. The ceramic pitcher is carefully hand painted with a web-like motif in cornflower blue against an ivory ground. A spice-brown glaze accents the pitcher's handle and rim.