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tikiray
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My name is Nat and I'm a Blenko addict. ;)
It all started with one green water carafe I bought at a garage sale. I didn't even know it was Blenko until I found this site. Now I buy Blenko every time I find a piece!
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Blenko Art GlassWhen William J. Blenko came to the United States from England in 1893, his …
Beautiful! I love Blenko, too, especially the crackle. I am a newbie in glass and am learning about just about every day from all the wonderful postings on this site. Keep them coming!
Thanks cindy!
thanks for your suggestions tikiray, I'll check these other glass makers out!
You're welcome. I remember seeing one just like that, but can't remember who made it. It might have been someone like anchor hocking or a bigger company like that. Wish I could remember!
Awesome! I want to go to the factory some day. I'd go nuts in there buying stuff. lol
Thanks!
Very nice collection!!!
Thanks! It's still growing. lol
You have a very good eye! Where are you all from?
How far is the factory from you? Is there more than one factory?
how do i find out what vase i have
Janet, post a photo.
This is so pretty! I have been on the hunt for a Blenko piece but I only hunt in the wild. Haven't gotten one yet, they are crafty critters. The closest I have come was a piece from one of the companies artists who split off. This big beautiful piece I literally broke as I walked out of the thrift's door! Maybe not meant to be.