Peacock Feather Glass Cups by Ghost Pepper Glass + Tom Collins

Peacock Feather Glasses - Tom Collins
Ghost Pepper Glass
Katie Plunkard
Blown and hot sculpted glass
5.5”h x 3.3”w 

Colors are Amethyst, Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire

The Peacock Cup is a blend of traditional techniques, bold colors and everyday function! The process of "feathering" glass dates back to the Phoenicians!  Similar to the way a barista creates a leaf in your latte, a tool is used to rake through trails of colored glass on the surface of the cup to emulate a feathered pattern.  What makes that feather one befitting a peacock is the "eye" or murrini, a technique made famous by the glassmakers of Venice!

Besides the Peacock Cup's historical roots, these glasses are a great way to elevate your beverage experience and they even work well as tea light candle votives.  Whether you're drawn to the bold jewel-tones, the more refined neutral tones or a mixed set or each, you can proudly showcase your style just like our feathered friends.

Hand Wash Only 

Get to Know the Austin Artist:
Katie has been blowing glass since 2006 but she became fascinated with glass much earlier when she saw glass artisans working on the island of Malta at the age of 11. After finding a public glassmaking studio years later in her hometown of Chicago, she tried her hand at making a cup and was instantly hooked. With a background in both sculptural work and functional tableware, Katie enjoys blurring the lines between decorative art and functional craft while also trying to imitate patterns found in textile work wherever possible.