Table of Contents Introduction to Canadian Vintage Art Glass Leaves 2. Click here to jump to the Lorraine Glass Industries...

Growing up and throughout my life, trees have always been one of my favourite parts of nature. The majesty and resilience of...

In Canadian vintage art glass, the term "Stretch" is commonly used to describe a piece of glass that is shaped in a horizontal plane and...

Researching and collecting glass can be a relatively finite endeavour. There are a limited number of companies, forms, availability, and sources for vintage Canadian art glass. The literature available online or in discussions often lacks proper references or sourcing, making it challenging to determine what is true. Information on companies like Chalet Glass and Lorraine Glass is more readily available; however, for EDAG, Mosaic Artistic Glass , and glass branded as Canada A

Let’s explore one of Canada's most elusive vintage glasshouses, we will uncover the history of Mosaic Artistic Glass Limited, known simply as Mosaic. Nestled in the heart of Cornwall, Ontario, Mosaic opened its doors on June 5, 1969. Despite its compact footprint of 8,400 square feet, the factory was a hive of creativity, attracting skilled glassblowers from the shores of Italy, Venice, and Spain, making it a melting pot of glassblowing traditions. For a deeper insight into t

Jump to Small Flower Gallery Jump to Fancy Flower Gallery The Flowers During its operation, Lorraine Glass Industries crafted an array of...

In today’s blog, it's going to be raining cats and dogs! The glass kind, of course. We'll be exploring some of the feline and canine...

Throughout life's journey, it's often the case that pertinent details and insights tend to surface unexpectedly, particularly when one...

In the realm of art glass creation, a myriad of complex layers intertwine throughout the crafting process. Beginning with the initial...

Lorraine Glass Industries, a distinguished Canadian glasshouse active during the 1960s and 1970s, shares a narrative akin to that of EDAG...

Occasionally, a piece of glass plunges me into profound marvel. On an outing to visit my cherished antique dealer friends, I found myself...

Welcome to the latest installment of 'Glass Legends,' a series that's dedicated to highlighting  extraordinary and rare glass artifacts...

Canadian vintage art glass stretches are a unique category in the world of collectibles, known for their extended forms that can reach up...

Uranium glass is a fascinating topic for glass collectors, often drawing them in with its unique characteristics and becoming a...

Venturing into the resale world can be a complex journey, marked by a challenging learning curve. Lessons are often a mix of costly...

To enhance our appreciation of the collections we cherish, it's crucial to grasp what we're observing. In the realm of Canadian vintage...

Historical Components of Altaglass While significant attention has been given to the history of the three prominent Canadian vintage art...

Glass Banter For this week's edition of our glass banter, I'm thrilled to delve into the iconic and highly coveted, yet elusive, EDAG...

Residing in Canada, I often engage in conversations with American collectors who express envy at my proximity to the abundant Canadian...

Glass Banter Have you ever stared at a piece of glass, pondering, “Hmm, this looks familiar”? This happens to me quite often when staring...