A Season in Glass

The holiday season is just around the corner, bringing with it the joy of entertaining: from intimate dinner parties to elegant soirees. And if there is one essential element to a festive get-together of any caliber, it’s the glass: whether filled with your libation of choice or raised in celebratory cheer.

Ready to be the toast of the town? Our editors set out to scout ABASK, a digital marketplace that brings together over 200 talented artisans worldwide, for unique glassware creations that bring sparkle and joy to your holiday table. From whimsical tumblers to colourful handblown vessels, these creative pieces are bound to infuse each sip with seasonal spirit as vibrant as your event.

Juicy candy colours and bold stacked stems bring a playful touch to this handblown footed bowl from London-based glass studio Gather. Inspired by the bright palettes and motifs of Dutch still life paintings, the piece is sure to liven up any party drink or imaginative dessert with vivid style.

New York-based glass artist River Valadez draws upon Mexican artisanal flair and infuses it with playful whimsy. His whirling-stem pina colada glasses evoke a sense of effortless sophistication, inviting convivial moments and celebration with a distinctly modern touch.

Dutch studio Szklo channels the raw beauty of the glassmaking process through bold, organic forms. Employing materials such as stacked brick and stone to shape moulds, the studio is known for distinctive fluid curves. This handblown bowl, with edges that recall molten magma, elevates a simple fruit display into a striking centrepiece, redefining the art of the tablescape.

These classic muslin-glass candy dishes from Viennese maker Lobmeyr reinterpret a 1925 design by a Viennese architect for a decorative arts exhibition. Their charming spherical forms offer both function and nostalgia, perfect for presenting sweets at a party or serving as colourful accents that infuse any event with a memory of childhood delight.

Step up your hosting game with these crystal old fashioned glasses, hand-etched with silhouettes of athletes in motion. Crafted by Prague-based glassmaker Artěl, each piece showcases traditional early 20th-century Czech techniques like freehand engraving and cutting. With a nod to the roaring 1920s Golden Age of sports, these glasses bring a sense of timeless energy and refined heritage to every sip.

Head into the season with a splash by serving up chilled sips in these whimsical tumblers, each featuring a goldfish frolicking at the centre. Crafted from shock-resistant borosilicate glass (perfect for standing up to active mingling), these lively creations from Murano maker Casarialto put a fresh coastal twist on the traditional Venetian glassware.