| In This Issue
RESURRECTED
L.E. Smith glass was literally days away from
the wrecking ball. It’s a very inspiring tale of how the cavalry rode in
to save a 101-year-old company steeped in Americana. That the rescuer is
Scottish makes this hands-across-the-water salvation all the more rich.
SEGUSO VETRI d'ARTE
Seguso
Vetri d’Arte, the 75-year-old Murano glass company, is once again in the
hands of the esteemed Seguso family, owners of Seguso Viro. It’s a joyous
time in the history of both companies, each renowned for its glassmaking
prowess.
BY DESIGN - MARTTI RYTKÖNEN
The
delightful Finn captures his quirky and classic essence in his work for
both Orrefors and Kosta Boda ... and he'd be the first to confirm what a
long, strange -- and perfectly delightful -- trip its been.
TABLEWARE TODAY
INTERVIEW - MICHAEL WAINWRIGHT
Ceramicist Michael Wainwright has spent 18 years as a
studio potter. Now, eager to broaden his business as well as his horizons
Wainwright has taken on partners to help finance ambitious goals for his
tabletop creations and his brand. Our exclusive interview with the
designer/entrepreneur on the giant leap of faith required to move business
to the next level. |
