Color, sparkle and movement…that’s how Kathryn Gooding, owner of Asta Glass describes her unique barware—and these are a few of the qualities that the innovative businesses Asta Glass and Fire & Ice share. This Saturday, December 5th, the two companies will display their luminous glass table and giftware for sale on our prestigious table (yes, the one where The Grateful Dead once played their guitars) at the center of our store.
Kathryn’s fun and original wine, champagne and cocktail glasses are well-known at TPG. On this special occasion, she’ll be bringing a full array of her playful Asta Glass barware to the table. “I try to add whimsy, delight (and even a little flirtatiousness) into the act of sharing a drink with someone, or giving a gift,” says Kathryn . Her distinctive hand-decorated barware makes the perfect gift for holiday entertaining—or a special person in your life. (Enter the drawing at the event and you may win a Lola and Orlando martini or champagne glass set!) www.astaglass.com
With a unique play of light filtering through a rich spectrum of colors, Fire & Light’s hand-poured glass tableware and giftware will also enchant the beholder. This enchantment is not simply a quality of the glass or its pigmentation, but of the care and spirit in which it is made. Each piece is handcrafted one by one using more than 91% recycled glass in most of its rich spectrum of colors and textures. We’re pleased to welcome Deborah Tweddell, who will be representing Fire & Light at the table. www.fireandlight.com
Please join these two delightful women and the lively TPG staff this Saturday for a glass of wine, a really good time—and the twinkle of glassware that’s truly sublime!
Pictured at left: Asta's "Twinkle" barware. As if this blown crystal glass wasn't enough, Asta Glass etched beaming stars all around (plus one on the foot for extra glint) and embellished them with clear Swarovski crystals.
This event will benefit the Napa Food Bank. Help fill our wheelbarrow with food and you'll receive 10% off on your purchases!
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