NOVICA Garden Relaxation In Amber Juice Glasses Drinkware From Mexico 'Garden Relaxation In Amber'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures. Our mantra is to Spread Happiness, so rest assured - we’ll do everything we possibly can to ensure you’re a happy customer!About this item: Salime Cruces draws inspiration from nature's mesmerizing textures, colors and shapes to create exquisite hand-blown glass designs. Her dedication to preserving the environment is evident as she employs recycled glass and harnesses alternative energy sources like solar panels, recycled cooking oil and even manure to fuel the kilns. The Mexican artisan captivates with a set of four juice glasses, each hand-blown from recycled glass infused with rich brown pigments, promising to dazzle your guests at your next dinner gathering.Microwave safeFree of lead and toxinsThis hand blown item may vary slightly in color, size and shapePromotes recycling and reduces wasteDishwasher: use top rack only. Hand wash recommended.About our Artist: I work in blown glass. I'm an industrial engineer from Oaxaca. Originally, I planned to craft hand-blown bottles for our excellent mezcal. But the excitement of creative work was an experience that transformed me. I decided to focus on blown glass art, using recycled glass and creating job opportunities for others. In Mexico, there aren't any schools that teach hand-blown glass techniques. I had to take classes in New York. Thanks to a scholarship, I was able to stay for a year, of which I took advantage to learn different glass making techniques. I learned to be confident about molding and blowing a molten semi-liquid material. You have to work fast because, as the temperature drops, the elasticity of the molten glass lessens and it's not as easy to shape. After returning to Mexico in 2002, I decided to set up my own workshop. My family helped fund the construction of the...

• Size: 3.5 inches; Capacity: 8 oz.
• Handmade by Novica artisans using time-honored traditional methods
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Salime Cruces to craft this item.
• Product info: Recycled glass