By Carolyn Esteban

 Using glass to spice up home decor sounds like a fine idea but is hard to set up effectively. The main problem stems from the fact that artwork made from glass is less common than other kinds of home decorative products. Furthermore, because glass is very distinctive in its physical properties, it needs some forethought in order to be properly coordinated with existing home decor. A brief explanation of how to find artisanal glasswork and what types of items can be bought will assist you in narrowing down the possibilities.

A good place to look for art glasswork is to find your local glass artists. Many of them will have set up websites for you to browse their items. After your select something of interest, consider picking it up on foot to reduce the chance of your purchase being damaged in the mail. Some glass artists will be part of local collectives which you can contact.

The glasswork that is most commonly found in a home may be the lamp shade. These are highly regarded for both their various shapes and color selections. The nature of glass is such that any axially symmetric design is possible. Some examples of shapes are vase-like hurricane shades, and dome shades. One classic category is the Tiffany-style lamp shades. They are known for their ornate and beautiful renderings of natural scenes.

Another common type of decoration made of glass found in homes are tables. Glass furniture is most commonly found as tables, such as dinner tables or coffee tables. The benefit of having transparent surfaces is that it reveals all the space that might be otherwise covered by an opaque table top. The space can then be thoughtfully decorated with conversation pieces such as magazines or books.

Vases for holding real or fake flowers can also be made of glass. The shapes of these are as varied as those found for lamp shades. Clear vases are appealing but colored ones are also available that can match the flowers and the surrounding decor. Accenting with a few strokes of color is also possible.

Glasswork in the house is not limited to furniture pieces. Drinking glasses are common in the house and often found in glass form. Glass artwork for drinking takes this common kitchenware to new levels. A larger set can be used for wedding or housewarming presents. Alcohol may be served in glasses that have interesting shapes for extra fun at parties.

The types of items you can add to the house are not limited to useful things such as furniture and kitchenware. Sculptural works made of glass, purely for aesthetics, are sold by both retailers and artisans. An ornate sculpture made of glass such as a flower or animal can be a good topic of conversation for guests.

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