Hi there! We are so very glad that you stopped by to see us! Sometime in early 2004 we began learning the art of Stained Glass. Working 8 hours a day wasn't enough, and we didn't want to leave work on time, so we took over a very small bedroom in our house with a modest amount of supplies. This allowed us to practice our accuracy for cuts, master foiling and work on our soldering. Fast forward a few years, and we took the big leap of social media, and our very own bricks and mortar storefront. This is where we had to learn to accept compliments, take on challenges just a tad bigger than us, and work really long hours! Of course, there was no challenge we didn't welcome, and we were blessed with a very loyal fan following on our Facebook page, Inspirations Glass & Gifts. We began shipping our products world wide, and were loving every minute of every project. We can't wait to meet you! Come on in and say hello ... stay awhile, and watch the process.
I have bought several custom peices and have been blown out of the water every time. Kim goes above and beyond and always captures what I want perfectly. From simple to custom, they do it all :)Read more
As a result of volcanic eruptions, lightening strikes and meteorites, natural glass has existed since the beginning of time but it was not until 3500 BC that man first attempted to create glass objects for his own use. Non-transparent beads dating found in Egypt and Eastern Mesopotamia are the first evidence of when the craft was born; however, it was not until around 1500 BC that this craft evolved to include glass cases. Using compacted sand moulds dipped in molten glass, the craftsmen created vases. It was only between 27 BC and 14 AD that Syrian artisans actually started blowing hollow glass wares using a long thin metal tube - an artform that has literally remained unchanged since that time. At Bloomfield Studios & Gallery, artists Mel and Colleen Wilder continue to explore this fascinating medium as they create contemporary glass ware, sculptures, jewelry and more for you to enjoy. You are invited to visit their studios and gallery to see live demonstrations of this historic craft.
Up cycled from an original bottle, our unique beer glasses are reformed at 2150°F using traditional glassblowing techniques. Each one-of-a-kind, dishwasher-safe glass holds a full beer. Click for more on our beer glasses!Our trademark handblown stemware are a visual and tactile delight. These one-of-a-kind dishwasher-safe decanters make for memorable gift giving!These artistic pocket flasks are portable enough to keep discrete and fitted to perfect seal with a cork.