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Blenko Artisan Program

Blenko Artisan Program

One-of-One Handcrafted Glass Art

What Makes It Special

The Blenko Artisan Program brings together master glassmakers and Blenko's legendary colors to create pieces that exist nowhere else in the world. Each item is truly one-of-one - handcrafted during artist residencies at our Milton, West Virginia facility.

When you purchase an Artisan piece, you're not just buying glass. You're acquiring a moment of creative collaboration between visiting artists and Blenko's apprentices, documented with a Certificate of Authenticity and verifiable provenance.

One of One

Every piece is unique. Once sold, it will never be made again.

Artist Collaboration

Visiting artists work hands-on with Blenko's master glassblowers.

Blenko Heritage

Made with our iconic colors and 130+ years of glassmaking expertise.

Blenko Glass

Our Artisans

Certificate of Authenticity

Every Artisan piece comes with a comprehensive Certificate of Authenticity that documents its complete provenance, from creation to your collection.

Unique APID

Each piece receives an Artisan Program ID that permanently identifies it in our registry.

Production Details

Date of creation, production session, and the Blenko team members who assisted.

Artist Attribution

Full artist information including biography and studio details.

Physical Specifications

Dimensions, weight, and the specific Blenko colors used in the piece.

Blenko Artisan Program Certificate of Authenticity
example layout - final CoA will change

Before You Shop: What to Know

Because these are unique artworks, there are a few important differences from our standard Blenko pieces:

Pricing

Artisan pieces are priced to reflect the skill, time, and artistry involved in their creation. These are collectible works of art, and the pricing reflects that distinction from production glassware.

Returns

Returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery for pieces in original, undamaged condition with all packaging and documentation. A 20% restocking fee (minimum $75) applies to all returns.

Because each piece is one-of-one, we encourage you to carefully review all photos and details before purchasing. If your piece arrives damaged during shipping, contact us immediately for a full refund.

Our Policies

See our complete return policy for details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Each Artisan piece is a one-of-one creation, and we limit purchases to one piece per transaction. This ensures every collector has a fair opportunity to acquire these unique works. If you'd like multiple pieces, simply complete separate orders.

All Artisan pieces ship FREE via 2-day express shipping within the continental US. Every piece is in stock and ships within one business day of your order.

For holiday orders: Place your order by Sunday, December 22nd at 4:00 AM ET for expected Christmas delivery. Local pickup at our Milton, WV facility is available through December 23rd at 5:00 PM.

Note: Delivery dates are carrier estimates and not guaranteed. See our shipping policy for complete details.

Every Artisan piece is truly unique - there are no reproductions, no editions, no duplicates. What you see is exactly what you'll receive. Each piece was handcrafted during a specific artist session and will never be recreated.

This is different from limited editions where multiple copies exist. Your Artisan piece is the only one of its kind in the world.

Every Artisan piece includes a Certificate of Authenticity documenting the artist, creation date, dimensions, colors used, and a unique Artisan Program ID (APID). The piece itself features our special Artisan Program sandblast mark alongside the traditional Blenko logo.

Each Artisan piece has a unique APID (Artisan Program ID) that can be verified at blenko.com/pages/verify. Enter your APID to confirm authenticity and view the complete provenance record for your piece.

Each piece shows its sequence number within the artist's session (e.g., "Piece 7 of 23"). This indicates your piece was the 7th created during that particular session, with 23 total pieces made. Lower numbers typically came off the line earlier in the session.

The APID format is: BAPyy-SSS-NNN

BAP = Blenko Artisan Program
yy = Year (e.g., 24 = 2024)
SSS = Session ID
NNN = Sequence number within session

Example: BAP24-001-007 is the 7th piece from session 001 in 2024.

We don't currently offer gift wrapping for Artisan pieces. Each piece is carefully packed in protective materials designed specifically for safe shipping of handmade glass art. However, we're happy to include a gift message with your order.

Returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery for pieces in original, undamaged condition with all packaging and documentation. A 20% restocking fee (minimum $75) applies to all returns.

Because each piece is one-of-one, we encourage you to carefully review all photos and details before purchasing. If your piece arrives damaged during shipping, contact us immediately for a full refund.

See our complete return policy for details.