Essay On Glassware

Whether you’re having a simple family dinner or an informal dinner party, having the right glassware can can play a vital role in making a table setting look striking. Glassware comes in a wide range of sizes, colors and shapes. Before rushing out and buying the first glassware you see, it’s important to know what kind of glassware you need. If you’re considering glassware for either yourself or as a gift, here are some basic buying guidelines.

Glass Stemware

Stemware is glassware that rests on a base and is usually reserved for formal events. You can choose from a wide selection of glass stemware, which differ in style, function and appearance. Some of the most commonly stemware include those such as wine glasses, cocktail glasses, goblets, chalices and sherbet glasses. For example, water goblets

One of the main differences between handmade and machine-made glassware is texture. Usually, machine-made glassware has a finer texture and crisp edges and a sharply defined ornamentation.

Machine-made glassware has consistent dimensions and a bulkier look. It may have rounded edges, unlike handmade glassware. Its design is also more uniform.

Glass Designs

Although some types of glassware, such as blown glass and Tiffany glassware, are rarely manufactured today, you still should be familiar about the various kinds of glass types. This is particularly important if you’re looking for antique glassware.

• Pressed glass---This type of glass is made by pouring melted glass into molds.
• Cut glass—Unlike pressed glass, cut glass is manufactured by cutting off a portion of the glass in various elaborate designs.
• Colored glass—Usually considered pressed glass, colored glass is less expensive. It was first made in the early part of the 20th century and common at carnivals.
• Blown glass—This kind of glassware is the one preferred by most crafters. Besides done freehand, it can also be blown and place in a