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Drinkware Handblown
109 items
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Festive Ruby, Hand Made Handblown Red Glass Champagne Flute Drinkware Set
Javier and Efren
$75.99 Wholesale$94.99$75.99 -
Sun Celebration, Handblown Glass Recycled Cocktail Drinkware (Set of 4)
Javier and Efren
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
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Festive Ruby, Red Hand Blown Mexican Highball Glasses Set of 6
Javier and Efren
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Confetti Festival, Hand Blown Colorful 8 oz Wine Glasses (Set of 6)
Novica Handblown Collection
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Orange Reef, Hand Blown Recycled Glass Pitcher with Orange Motifs
Cantel Blown Glass Artisans
$117.99 Wholesale$117.99 -
Green Mist, Set of 4 Artisan Crafted Blown Glass Green Tumblers
Salime Cruces
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Exquisite Shape, Handblown Recycled Glass Wine Decanter from Mexico
Lourdes Martinez
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Fresh Mandarin, Clear Hand-blown Glass Pitcher with Orange Rim
Cantel Blown Glass Artisans
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Delicate Green, Green Handblown Recycled Glass Carafe and Cup Set (Pair)
Lourdes Martinez
$35.99 Wholesale$35.99 -
Marine, Unique Handblown Glass Water Tumblers Drinkware (Set of 6)
Novica Handblown Collection
$74.99 Wholesale$74.99 -
Modern Blue, 6 Modern Handblown Recycled Glass Stemless Wine Glasses
Lourdes Martinez
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
Glistening Sea, Handblown Recycled Glass Vase with Blue Accent
Cantel Blown Glass Artisans
$114.99 Wholesale$114.99 -
Garden Relaxation, Hand Blown Eco-Friendly Recycled Glass Pitcher from Mexico
Salime Cruces
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Victorious Elixir, Handblown Clear Orange Pitcher and Rocks Glass Set
Vassana
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Garden Relaxation in Lemon, 4 Hand Blown Eco-Friendly Recycled Glass Tumblers in Green
Salime Cruces
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Verdant Day, 6 Green-Rimmed Handblown Recycled Glass Highball Glasses
Lourdes Martinez
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
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Modern Blue, 6 Modern White Blue Eco-Friendly Handblown Highball Glasses
Lourdes Martinez
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
New Waves, Eco-Friendly Artisan-Made Blue-Rim Recycled Glass Pitcher
Casa de los Gigantes
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Shadow of Nature, Tropical-Inspired 4-Piece Clear Green Drinking Glass Set
Casa de los Gigantes
$137.99 Wholesale$137.99 -
Waves of Glee, Set of 4 Eco-Friendly Handblown Wine Glasses with Blue Rim
Casa de los Gigantes
$154.99 Wholesale$154.99 -
Waves of Delight, Handblown Eco-Friendly 4-Piece Blue-Rim Lowball Glass Set
Casa de los Gigantes
$84.99 Wholesale$84.99 -
Waves of Glee, Artisan-Made Set of 4 Handblown Tumbler Glass with Blue Rims
Casa de los Gigantes
$84.99 Wholesale$84.99 -
Blue Confetti, 6 Blue and White Spotted Handblown Stemless Wine Glasses
Lourdes Martinez
$67.99 Wholesale$67.99 -
Sunshine Confetti, 6 Eco-Friendly Handblown Spotted Stemless Wine Glasses
Lourdes Martinez
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
Ruby Rim, Set of 4 Hand Blown Wine Glasses Clear with Red Rim Mexico
Novica Handblown Collection
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Cobalt Spiral, Hand Blown Drinking Glasses Blue Accent Set of 6
Novica Handblown Collection
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Shadow Shot, Handblown Tequila Glass and Ice Receptacle Set in Black
Emma Gutierrez
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Modern Blue, White Blue Handblown Recycled Glass Highball Glasses (Pair)
Lourdes Martinez
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
Garden Relaxation in Amber, 4 Hand Blown Eco-Friendly Recycled Glass Tumblers in Brown
Salime Cruces
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Ruby Rim, Hand Blown Tequila Glasses Set of 6 Red Rim Mexico
Novica Handblown Collection
$54.99 Wholesale$54.99 -
Blue Mist, Blue Blown Glass Pitcher 23 oz Artisan Crafted Serveware
Salime Cruces
$94.99 Wholesale$94.99 -
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Garden Relaxation in Marigold, Recycled Glass Pitchers and Tumblers in Orange (Set for 6)
Salime Cruces
$259.99 Wholesale$259.99 -
Forest Mirage, Hand Made Wine Glasses Blown Glass Art (set of 4)
Javier and Efren
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Garden Relaxation in Rose, 7-Piece Recycled Glass Pitcher and Tumbler Set in Clear Pink
Salime Cruces
$259.99 Wholesale$259.99 -
Deep Blue, Handmade Handblown Recycled Juice Glasses (Set of 6)
Novica Handblown Collection
$77.99 Wholesale$77.99 -
Garden Relaxation in Mango, Set of 4 Orange Mexican Handblown Recycled Glass Tumblers
Salime Cruces
$114.99 Wholesale$114.99 -
Garden Relaxation in Green, Handblown 7-Piece Pitcher and Tumbler Set in Clear Green
Salime Cruces
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99 -
Amber Relaxation, 4 Hand Blown Brown Recycled Glass Juice Glasses from Mexico
Salime Cruces
$97.99 Wholesale$97.99 -
Amethyst Allure, Brown Handblown Recycled Glass Carafe and Cup Set (set)
Lourdes Martinez
$42.99 Wholesale$42.99 -
Garden Relaxation in Blue, 4 Hand Blown Eco-Friendly Blue Recycled Glass Juice Glasses
Salime Cruces
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Waves of Elation, Blue-Rim Eco-Friendly Handblown Four-Piece Wine Glass Set
Casa de los Gigantes
$134.99 Wholesale$134.99 -
Waves of Joy, 4-Piece Handblown Drinking Glass Set with Blue-Toned Rims
Casa de los Gigantes
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Waves of Euphoria, Handmade Eco-Friendly Blue-Rim 4-Piece Margarita Glass Set
Casa de los Gigantes
$129.99 Wholesale$129.99 -
Refreshing Point, Turquoise-Shade Handblown 4-Piece Stemless Wine Glass Set
Casa de los Gigantes
$104.99 Wholesale$104.99 -
Waves of Cheers, 4-Piece Handblown Tequila Glass Set with Blue-Toned Rims
Casa de los Gigantes
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Hypnotic, Whirling Multicolored Recycled Glass Tumblers (Set of 6)
Lourdes Martinez
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
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Carnival, Multicolor Hand Blown Glasses Tumblers Set of 2 Mexico
Novica Handblown Collection
$37.99 Wholesale$37.99 -
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All About Blue, 6 Abstract Handblown Recycled Glass Stemless Wine Glasses
Lourdes Martinez
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
Amazing Aurora, Eco-Friendly Handblown Recycled Glass Pitcher from Guatemala
Casa de los Gigantes
$129.99 Wholesale$129.99 -
Verdant Day, Green-Rimmed Handblown Stemless Wine Glasses (Set of 6)
Lourdes Martinez
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
Golden Lime, Handblown Golden Lime Recycled Glass 4-Piece Juice Glass Set
Salime Cruces
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Confetti Soirée, Recycled Multicolored Juice Glasses from Mexico (Set of 6)
Lourdes Martinez
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Jubilant Colors, Hand Blown Rocks Glasses with Multicolored Dots (Set of 6)
Lourdes Martinez
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Emerald Rim, Handblown Glass Recycled Tumbler Juice Glasses Set of 6
Novica Handblown Collection
$57.99 Wholesale$57.99 -
Carnival, Set of 6 Multicolor Handblown Stemless Wine Glasses
Artisan Blown Glass Collection
$74.99 Wholesale$74.99 -
Social Bliss in Rose, Six Pink Recycled Glass Stemless Wine Glasses from Mexico
Salime Cruces
$199.99 Wholesale$199.99 -
Whirling Rainbow, 6 Modern Handblown Recycled Glass Stemless Wine Glasses
Lourdes Martinez
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
Verdant Waters, Handblown Recycled Glass Carafe in Green with Wooden Stopper
Teo Hernandez
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99
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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.
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!
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
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.
Since all handblown glass items are sensitive to heat, they are not suitable for serving very hot liquids, and any abrupt exposure to extremely hot or cold temperatures might cause cracking. If you use the dishwasher, we recommend you place your blown glass items on the top rack, and allow them to cool completely after the drying cycle. Hand-washing is always best.
Murano glass originated over a thousand years ago in Venice, Italy, the undisputed leader in glassmaking in medieval Europe. In 1291, the glassblowers of Venice were moved to the island of Murano as the glass must be heated to 1500C, making it a fire hazard on the mainland. Murano glass uses silica, soda, lime, and potassium and can feature gold or sterling silver leaf as well as a variety of minerals to achieve vibrant colors and designs. The molten glass is blown by mouth or handcrafted by master glassmakers in a series of elaborate steps and special techniques.Since 1994, Murano glass has held denomination of origin and is certified as having been crafted on Murano island. But Murano art also inspires master blown glass artisans in Brazil. The prestigious Seguso glass-crafting family first appeared in the islands census books in 1300. Mario Seguso moved to Brazil in 1954, and his family creates exquisite handblown glass using ancient Murano techniques. And Paulo Molinari was taught directly by Aldo Bonora, the first Italian master to arrive in Brazil from Murano Island. His family continues crafting handblown glass of extraordinary beauty. However, true Murano glass is crafted only in Murano, Italy.
With proper care, handblown glassware can last for years. Since handmade glass is thicker and less fragile than industrialized glass, it tends to last longer. Artisans put their heart and soul into each piece, taking the time to assure the highest quality materials and production as well as a lasting product.
We recommend washing your glassware by hand in warm water. However, most handblown glass can be washed in the dishwasher as long as it is placed on the top rack.
There are a few things to look for when determining whether or not a particular glass piece is handmade.The first clue that a piece of glassware is handmade will be a small navel, or circular point at its base. This is where the glass was cut from the blowing tube, indicating that it is in fact handblown. Another indicator is the thickness of the glass, as handmade glass is thicker and stronger than industrialized glass. Tiny bubbles may appear inside the glass as a part of the crafting process. Finally, handblown glass is distinguished by the multitude of color varieties that can be used during its production. No two pieces are exactly the same, and the uniqueness of each individual piece is what makes handblown glass so special.
The art of glass blowing dates back to almost 50 BC when Syrian craftsmen invented the technique. Its popularity grew with the rise of the Roman Empire, taking it through Europe and then to parts of Asia and the Middle East. Soon after, the beauty and utility of blown glass made it widely known and desired around the world.The first glass made in North America was produced in Puebla, Mexico around 1535 by artisans from Spain. Handblown glass arrived in the Guadalajara area in 1820.Central Americas first blown glass factory opened in Guatemala in 1970. Its founders learned the art from local people, which made them valuable assets for two more factories that opened in 1972. Over the years, a small community of artisans from Quetzaltenango came together to create Cantel Blown Glass Artisans, a cooperative that works together with Novica to share these unique creations with the world.
Featured Reviews
JoAnn
Sep 22, 2017
Unique
Exactly what I wanted. Colorful, small 10 oz glasses,. They are beautiful, sturdy, & very well made. These are the perfect addition to our glassware. They can be used everyday, yet could also be used for special occasions. Definitely a conversation starter.
Great Gift for Yourself or Others
This beautiful pitcher is a piece that you will enjoy using as you host others. It can also be used to display a fresh bouquet of flowers. This makes a very nice wedding gift! I love that this piece is hand blown and is made using recycled glass.
Debbie
Jan 8, 2023
Beautiful, colorful, heavy, hand blown wine glasses
I absolutely love these glasses! I prefer hand blown glasses over the cheap stuff you find in department stores. Plus, I like knowing that I am helping out Such talented individuals who put their hearts and souls into their work!
Featured Artist
Lourdes Martinez Hand blown glass decor
“I have known glass for years. It took a lot of practice and mistakes to be able to handle it and improve every day."
"Having the opportunity to work with such a moldable product in all its forms as glass becomes a wonderful opportunity to create something... read more
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