Archive for the 'Blown Glass Art' Category

Fancy Ice Cream Dish

Author: homedecorbylulu
13.08.2008

glass handpainted ice cream dishLooking for that unique and elegant ice cream dish?
At homedecorbylulu.com you can find these beautiful one of a kind pieces.
It’s a conversation piece.
All of them are hand painted and individually done. Each one of your guests will be pleased to have their own unique dessert dish.
It could also be a good idea for a great corporate gift or a gift for that special friend in your live.



13.08.2008

unique hand painted glass vaseI loved this glass hand painted bowl for its functionality. It can be used as a flower vase or as a tea light candle holder. Used as a candle holder, the light would bring this vase to life accentuating the decor and the colors that the artist used for creating this exquisite piece. Fresh cut tulips or freesias in white or yellow would bring out the color in this beautiful unique vase making it an attractive centerpiece.



Tips To Decorate A Fabulous Foyer

Author: homedecorbylulu
13.08.2008

Hand blown Glass VaseHaving the right home decor for your entryway is key.
Your guest’s first impression of your home is through your foyer. It will give them a sense of your style and personality.
We put together a few great tips that would help you decorate your foyer.

1. For a dramatic look, choose quality flooring and area rugs.
2. A large mirror above an exquisite console would add drama to your entrance and create the illusion of more space.
3. Large wall art or a grouping of multiple framed wall art would give the same dramatic look.
4. Don’t forget the lighting. Use a combination of a beautiful chandelier and table lamps with a dimmer to give you options for setting the mood.
5. You can also dress up your console with a nice tray that holds decorative balls, framed family photos or a tabletop fountain for a tranquil feel. As well, nice touches can be a decorative box to hold your keys and mail, a couple of silver candle holders to add sparkle to the space or an exquisite hand blown glass vase with fresh cut flowers.
6. If the space permits you can use accent chairs or a bench that suits the mood of the area. Decorate the chairs with throw pillows to give it a warmer look. You can change the pillows with the season. In the summer time, use light and colorful fabrics and in the winter, dark, heavier texture fabrics. Plants also add life and vitality year round.
Another idea is to lay a unique cotton throw on the bench that coordinates with the decorative pillows.
7. Add more of a dramatic look by using a floor vase or two tall floor vases of different sizes.
8. By the door, set a nice umbrella container… useful during the rainy days and decorative on the sunny days.

So, there are some of the ideas that should help to create a foyer to welcome guests into your home.



Bathroom Decorating Tips

Author: homedecorbylulu
10.08.2008

Hand blown glass vaseBathrooms are all about escape or a little oasis of calm.
The following are a few ideas of how to create a spa bathroom feel with a serene and fresh surrounding look.
- Light in a bathroom is critical, that’s why when you renovate, add large windows, build in skylights and/or roof lanterns.
- Choose a color that sooths your personality and your soul that inspires your passion and lifts your spirit.
- Add decorative faucets that have personality.
- Use more natural elements for your floor and accent accessories.
- A uniquely elegant sink.
- Showers with body sprays and rain heads.
- Organic shaped mirror above the sink.
- Install invisible speakers for music.
- Steam generators in showers with reservoirs for essential oils.
- A glass cylinder filled with river rocks and a few bamboo sticks would bring that serenity and “zen” feel into your bathroom.

If you would like to take it to the next level and if the space permits, create a stunning space locating a gas fireplace opposite the tub. Or:
- Install a mini fridge and a flat screen television.
- Warm-rail heated towels racks.
- Bring in comfy chairs, ottomans and lamps.
- Combine functional and decorative lighting.
- A crystal chandelier would be a beautiful accent that adds sparkle to any bathroom.
- A nickel finish cart can hold soft cotton folded towels, aromatherapy candles and elegant lidded glass urns filled with bath bombs or bath salts.
- A basket with your favorite loofah and spa sea sponges and a few sea stars and corals would give the final touch.
- Fresh cut flowers in a beautiful hand blown glass vase would finish the look that you have dreamed of.
We hope these ideas would help you in your journey to create a bathroom that delivers a spa experience.



Blown Art Glass Vase

Author: homedecorbylulu
24.07.2008

Blown Glass VaseThis blown glass vase is one of our client’s favorites. The soothing greens and the calming blues that the artist chose create a sophisticated and calming ambiance. The design and coloring of the glass emanate the smooth waves of the California West Coast. It is perfect touch for inviting tranquility into modern living.



Lady Handpainted Martini and Wine Glass

Author: homedecorbylulu
24.07.2008

Lady Handpainted Wine GlassHow many of us women would love to be a part of that group of girlfriends that meet to have a glass of wine or a martini, when they feel the need to share their problems when no one else will listen?
If you are already there and have those special friends in your life, wouldn’t you love to surprise them with a unique gift that would remind them of the time spent with you? Wouldn’t it be nice to have them think of you every time they entertain? Then please check out our Lady Collection of red wine glasses and martini glasses. We know they will not be disappointed with the gift you chose.



Hand Blown Glass Plate

Author: homedecorbylulu
17.07.2008

Romanian Hand Blown Glass PlateStunning, colorful and abstract, this hand blown glass plate is made and signed by one of the great Romanian glass masters.
The artist used a swirl of colors that make this piece spectacular and one of a kind. I love unique pieces that make a statement in any room. That’s why I adore this piece of art. It brings a modern, contemporary feel to your home decor or office.



15.07.2008

Unique Hand Painted Glass Candy DishThis unique hand painted glass candy dish is part of our “Timeless Collection”, Fantezia.
The reason I call this our “timeless collection”, is because I truly believe that the design will never go out of style. The soft combination of colors that the artisans had chosen for this line, match anybody’s home decor. If the accent color in your room is red, the color red from this candy dish picks up and is enhanced by that room accent color.
This candy dish comes with a nice lid, which gives that stunning finish look.
Over the years, our clients have proven our statement over and over again by coming back to our store to add to their collection with pieces such as wine glasses, martini glasses, decanters, bowls and oil lamps. This candy dish is a beautiful piece that could serve as a housewarming gift or as a wedding gift.



15.07.2008

Unique Hand Painted Martini Glasses - Valencia CollectionA cocktail glass or martini glass, is a drinking glass with a cone-shaped bowl on a stem above a flat base, used to serve a cocktail or champagne. The stem allows the drinker to hold the glass without affecting the temperature of the drink.
We love these unique hand painted martini glasses in the Valencia Line because they are not only stunning, but the quality and the style make them a conversation piece at any party.

The Valencia Collection is a fabulous, conversation invoking line, hand painted with a specialized brush in a combination of yellow, red and blue pigment. After painting, a golden “paste” is applied to the surface in a method that makes this line stand out from so many other hand painted lines.
Individually designed by Romanian glassblowers and then painted with subtle abstract designs, these art works inspire emotion and are both decorative and functional.



13.07.2008

Hand Blown Perfume BottlesThe art of making perfume began in ancient Egypt but was developed and further refined by the Romans and the Arabs. The first form of perfume was incense.
The word perfume comes from the Latin phrase, “per” meaning “through” and “fumus” meaning smoke.” The French later gave the name perfume to the pleasant smells that drift through the air from burning incense. France quickly became the European center of perfume and cosmetic manufacturing.
Perfumes were used primarily by royalty and wealthy people.
The use of perfume in France grew steadily. By the 18th century, aromatic plants were being grown in the Grasse region of France to provide the growing perfume industry with raw materials. Even today, France remains the centre of the European perfume design and trade industry.
Egyptians took pride in the beautiful containers that held their perfumes. Those perfume bottles were things of great beauty. The containers were made from materials such as alabaster, glass, ebony, and porcelain.
Europeans have long been known for their talented glass blowers. They came up with their own exquisite and elegant collections. At homedecorbylulu.com we are happy to feature a one of a kind collection of hand blown perfume bottles that embodies the unique imagination and expertise of glass artist Ion Tamaian. All these beautiful glass perfume bottles are stunning and sophisticated. It would make a perfect gift for any occasion.