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Michelle Kaptur

A devoted glass blower for 30 years, Kaptur's repertoire of glass forms, colors and innovative designs is as diverse as her non-glass experiences. She owned a sled dog team for 9 years, was a wilderness ranger for 5 years, and rode horses with zebra, elephants and giraffe in Africa. Kaptur then created 10 one-of-a-kind glass pieces for a private Boeing 737 plane. Perhaps her adventures feed her creativity as she creates innovative blown glass. She creates exquisite color transitions and depth in a wide variety of designs. Some pieces have wonderful flowing internal elements as the bowls on the left.

Magan Stevens

Magan's  ‘teardrop’ vases are made using a difficult Venetian technique called “reticello”. Fine threads of colored glass (cane) are applied to the molten glass and then coated with clear glass before another layer of cane is overlaid to create an intricate woven pattern. Each numbered piece is unique and distinctive. This photo shows only two colors Magan makes, but call us for other colors.

Lydon & Ikedo

The distinctive blown glass creations of Christopher Lydon and Ayako Ikeda are a collaboration of two highly skilled glass artists. In their work is a harmonious balance created by the juxtaposition of the two artists’ personalities and vastly diverse personal and cultural histories.

Jon Oakes

True artistic talent is not bound by a medium. Jon has been handcrafting unique Raku vessels for over 15 years. He honed his ceramic skills to a master level in the difficult techniques of Raku pottery, but it has been his artistic talent for design and color that has made his work exemplary. Now Jon is using his artistic talents to create beautiful blown glass. A different material, different tools and different skills, but with the same artistic talent.

John Lutes

Vibrant colors are the hallmark of glass artist John Lutes.He studied art at Carnegie-Mellon and Penn State Universities. He earned BS and MBA degrees from the Northern Arizona University which John says had “an emphasis on Grand Canyon exploration.” Lutes continued his art education and developed his glass blowing skills into a full-time business. His works are displayed in the Chicago Museum of Modern Art, the U.S. Embassy in India and numerous private and corporate collections. "My art glass expresses a dichotomy of natural botanical patterns in esoteric modern art forms. My creativity flows as does the innate body of hot glass,” Lutes explains.  

Bob & Laurie Kliszewski

  Bob Kliszewski has been an independent glass artist since he was 20 years old; about 25 years ago. Now working with his wife Laurie, their sculptural vessels are distinguished by an innovative, sometimes playful use of color, form, texture and shape. The pieces at left are called "BOBtanicals" and are so popular that each shipment sells out in a few days. Now, we're waiting for more. Call or Email us and we'll contact you when we get more of these delightful pieces.

And, we try to always have some wonderful glass pieces that make unique gifts for less than $50. . .

Fused glass coasters by Chris Paulson are in a set of four

Glass pen holders by Berni North are made in many colors.

And colorful ring holders by Ronald Lukian  (no, no the ring is not included)

And, and, and . . . Joanne is always looking for unique gift-priced pieces so call for other ideas.

The pieces shown are only representative of each artist's work and most can make similar designs in a variety of sizes and colors. Please call or email us for a much better description and/or photos of what is possible.

Remember, we can ship anything anywhere . . . without taking you for a ride. Even the largest glass pieces shown above. We know how to pack glass so it survives and we insure everything. Not thrilled? Return it within 10 days for a full purchase refund.

Questions?  Call us at (480) 563-9800 or send email

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