Hand Blown Glass Art

Quite a few years ago I started collecting specific blown glass candle holders and oil lamps, they are tie dye in color and very thin glass. I have been unable to find anymore of them in many years and was wondering if anyone had any idea where to find some online so I can expand my collection. Here is the link to the only website I found, so you have a picture to go by. This exact style, but in any color http://www.werbeyondcandles.com/images/oil_lamp_red.jpg
most of them have stickers on the bottom that say "flame glow" if that helps at all

I have seen one in the window of a Manhattan liquor store, but I cannot recall where. Has anyone seen it? A grappa bottle with glass grapes inside may help, because I just need the stopper (which my husband has broken!!!)
I know you can get them from AA duty free, but you have to be flying.

I happened to go to the Borgata in Atlantic City a couple of months ago and I was totally blown away by the chandeliers that were omnipresent in this vast casino.  Yes, these chandelier are the focal point of everything that the Borgata has to offer.

The chandeliers are amazing – the twisting red and oranges shapes spiral around the chandelier and remiinded me of the hair of Medusa that would turn the body to stone.  I had seen one of Dale Chihuly’s chandelier before but never in this magnitude.  Definitely a sight to see for anyone who in interested in hand blown glass. 

Here is a true artisan who has changed the landscape when it comes to hand blown glass.

Things You Should Know About Blowing Glass

There is quite a bit of misleading information out there about glassblowing and hand blown glass art. If you’ve ever thought about blowing glass as a hobby and were scared away because you thought it was too dangerous, then think again. Yes, there is some danger in the art of glass blowing when you first look at it – the idea of picking up molten glass with a rod an twirling it around could be considered very unsafe to some.  However, with the proper training and care the art of blown glass can be very safe and there is no reason you can’t blown glass when you are well up in age.  The real consideration here is really basic safety and care in handling the equipment so don’t let that deter you if you are considering going this for a hobby or a living for that matter.  

When you are working with the molten glass, you will be exposed to some heat and therefore you should work in an area that is well ventilated and you should wear protective clothing.  The accidents that do occur in glass blowing are generally caused by carelessness or by working in an area that is not properly ventilated.  Basically you need to take the same type of precautionary measures as you would when you are working with electric work working tools such as band saws and the like.  If you working carefully and understand what you are doing then the process can be quite safe. 

Probably the key point in this if you are going to take on glass blowing is to get proper training from someone who is qualified to teach the art of glass blowing.  If you are going to construct an area to blow glass around your home, then you need to investigate and adhere to the local safety regulations with regard to constructing and operating a glass blowing kiln.  

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These types of art glass are indeed very popular home decor items and include glass pumpkins, bowls, goblets, vases, garden adornments, ring holders, perfume bottles, paperweights and glass paintings. They come in a huge range in terms of colors and design. You can also get custom installations in order to match the ambiance and space requirements of your room.

Types of hand blown art glass:

Painting in Glass: Hand blown glass paintings are marvelous pieces of art that are full of sophisticated beauty, enrichment of colors, magical brilliance and diligence. Until recently these stylish and classy glass paintings adored only the interiors of the royal and elites families. These hand blown glass paintings are distinguished for their eye-catching clarity, absolute brilliance and use of rich and bold colors and add an extra life to your living room.

Glass Bowls: ou can use your decorative hand blown glass bowls for flowers or just keep them in the room as a decorative accent. The base colors are mostly bright and bold that capture and refract rays of light and create a great ambience. Apart from using these marvelous hand blown art glasses as a pedestal or coffee table piece, you can also use them as wall hangings.

Paperweights: The hand blown paperweights come in rich and bold colors as well as in many shapes and designs. They add eye catching colors to your working desk, study table, window sill of your living room, or anywhere else you like to. You can even personalize these paperweights and give them as gifts.

Glass Pumpkins: The hand blown glass pumpkins make a great gift during Halloweens. They are usually bright orange in color and have a nice ribbed side with curly or twisted jade green stems. The best part of these hand blown glass pumpkins are that they are exclusive and hence no chance of two pumpkin being alike.

Cleaning and maintaining hand blown art glasses:

Keep these hand blown art glasses out of direct sunlight as that can fade their colors over time.

Use small and soft bristled brush while cleaning dust from your hand blown art glasses.

Use warm water and a mild dishwashing detergent along with a soft cloth to wash these delicate art glasses.

Author: Mahendra Solanki

A bold and colorful hand blown art glass can change the ambience of your room and adds a sophisticated look.

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