Murano Glass Rings

I have added Murano Glass Rings to my current line of Murano Glass jewelry. They look absolutely fantastic. I must say that the photos don't do them the justice they deserve! This is however what is expected when you photograph glass.

The Murano Glass rings are handmade using the glass sheet technique with silver foil 925 and gold foil 24kt.adjustable band. 

More styles and designs are available on my online shop DeVigniDesigns.

Murano Glass Round Ring Diam.25

Murano Glass Rectangular Ring 25x20

Murano Glass Square Ring 25x25

New range of Murano Glass Jewelry!

I have been quite busy over the last few days. My new stock of Murano Glass Jewelry has arrived! So the process of checking, sorting, labeling, photographing, editing and updating my online shop, DeVigniDesigns has kept my plate full! It is a very exhausting but rewarding process. 


I have box sets which includes a pendant and earrings. The set is completely handmade using the glass sheet technique with silver foil 925 or gold foil 24kt. The pendant comes with a cotton cord which is 50cm long. 


Log onto my online shop, DeVigniDesigns to view color variations and while you are there, why don't you surprise your Mum and buy Murano Glass Jewelry for Mother's Day on the 13th of May!

Murano Glass Pendant & Earrings Box set (20x20)

Murano Glass Pendant & Earrings Box set (40x30)

Murano Glass Pendant & Earrings Box set (40x30)

Murano Glass Pendant & Earrings Box set Diam. 50 curved

Murano Glass Pendant & Earrings Box set Diam. 40

10% off Murano glass jewellery for Mother's Day!

Mother's Day is just around the corner! Can you believe it! 


I cannot believe how quick the months are passing by. The quote "Time flies" is very apt in my life at the moment!


So for all the last minute shoppers, like myself, you are probably wrecking your brains on the perfect gift for your mother. Well, look no further than DeVigniDesigns! Which mother would not love a piece of jewellery, especially if it is Murano glass imported directly from the island, Murano, off the Venetian Lagoon in Italy.


Take advantage of this special offer which is valid until the 4th May 2012 and while stocks last. Don't miss out on this great offer!

Murano Glass Heart Pendant 30x30x10mm

with cotton cord (50cm), entirely handmade 

by Murano Master glassmaker with the 

"lampwork" technique"

Cost: ZAR130.00 each

  

18mm Murano Glass Millefiori Pendant

Pendant only, Sterling Silver 925/000 rim 

& clasp, 18mm in diameter

Cost: ZAR132.00 each

23mm Murano Glass Millefiori Pendant

Pendant only, Sterling Silver 925/000 rim 

& clasp, 23mm in diameter

Cost: ZAR173.00 each

26mm Murano Glass Millefiori Pendant

Pendant only, Sterling Silver 925/000 rim 

& clasp, 26mm in diameter

Cost: ZAR190.00 each

32mm Murano Glass Millefiori Pendant

Pendant only, Sterling Silver 925/000 rim 

& clasp, 32mm in diameter

Cost: ZAR223.00 each

The offer is valid until the 4th May 2012 and while stocks last. Don't miss out on this great offer!

Murano Glass Masters pay homage to Picasso

Pablo Picasso

The artist that we know as Pablo Picasso was born in Malaga, a city in the Andalusia region of Spain, on 25 October 1881. 

The child-prodigy, Picasso, was artistically gifted early in life. His mother remembered that his first word was ‘piz’ which is a shortened version of the Spanish word ‘lapis’ (pencil). Picasso is one of the most recognized figures in the 20th Century art.

Head of a Woman, 1960
by Pablo Picasso

I love this quote by Pablo Picasso!

"Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life." 

The Murano Glass Masters were so inspired by Pablo Picasso that many of them create Murano glass sculptures that have beautiful shades of colors which allows you to get a unique effect of light bouncing off the Murano glass.

Homage to Picasso by
Vetreria Artistica Colleoni

Murano glass of the faces of Picasso

Homage to Picasso by
the master at Colleoni

Murano glass, Picasso style oversized vase

Murano glass, Picasso piece by
Christoph Kiefhaber

Murano glass, Picasso piece by
a master glass artisan

Murano glass Picasso, Women's head

Murano Glass perfume bottles

In ancient times perfume was exclusively used by the upper class and the rich.  


Nowadays most women have an extensive collection of perfumes and fragrances. Perfume has become an essential part of our lives, so that many of us women, will not step out of the house without first dabbing a few drops of our favorite scent.

It has been documented that a great deal of aesthetic imagination and thought was put into the manufacturing of the perfume containers. This has evolved into an art and perfume can be found in containers from the simplest to the most intricately designed bottles. Glass bottles are the main storage containers for perfume.

Seguso Murano amber sommerso
art glass perfume bottle

Here are a few Murano Glass perfume bottles that are very eye catching. A few of these Murano Glass bottles will beautify your dressing table quite nicely.

Murano Glass Perfume Bottles
in shades of Fall

Hand Decorated Murano Glass
Spray Perfume Bottles

Hand Decorated Murano Glass
Murrina-Capped Perfume

Handmade Murano Glass perfume bottle

Murano Glass Perfume Bottle - Lapis and Gold

Murano Glass Round Perfume Bottle Aqua

Murano glass perfume bottle

Murrina perfume bottles

Tall Murano Glass Perfume
Bottle with Atomizer

The perfect Mother's Day gift

Mother's Day is on the 13th May 2012. It is less than a month away! 


Mother's day is all about celebrating the wonderful woman who has given you so much. Have you bought your Mum, Grandmother or Aunt something special to show her how much you love, care and appreciate her? 


DeVigniDesigns has the perfect gift. A beautiful Murano Glass Heart pendant. Shop online for various colors and designs.


Each Murano Glass Heart pendant is 30x30x10 mm in size and comes with a cotton cord (50 cm). It is entirely handmade by Murano master glass-makers with the “lampwork technique”

Murano Glass Heart Pendants

Murano glass clocks

8 Ball Swirl Neon Wall clock

You cannot help but admire the Murano glass artisans. Their artistic ability as well as their ability to manipulate glass into various shapes and objects is amazing. They have made an international name for themselves by fine tuning their trade and producing beautiful and innovative pieces. 

Millefiori Murano Glass Alarm Clock

I have come across these wall and table top clocks that are quite innovative. They each tell their own story through color and design. 

Murano Glass Blue Mosaic Wall Clock

 

A video showcasing the Murano glass lampwork technique

It is always fascinating to watch the Murano glass Master Artisans at work. Here is a video showcasing the lampwork technique.

Construction of the Venetian Butterfly pendant using the lampworking technique

Venetian/Murano Millefiori Art Jewelry

The most famous Venetian/Murano beads are the Millefiori, which translated from Italian means "thousand flowers". Each bead is handmade under the flame using the world famous Murano glass canes or rods. After two thousand years the same technique is used by the Master artisans. 

The Master artisans patiently assemble numerous Venetian/Murano glass beads, which are then fused in the furnace, to recreate amazing colors, patterns and transparent clarities of the ancient workmanship. 

Below are a few examples of Millefiori pendants that can be viewed and purchased on my website DeVigniDesigns.