"The Glass Seller" is the magazine of the Worshipful Company of Glass Sellers of London. It is produced twice a year and circulated to all members of the Company as well as Clerks of other Livery Companies. It includes a report on our charity projects, news from our committees and publicises forthcoming events. The most recent issues are available to download. Please click on the links below.
by Paul Wenham | Jul 28, 2022 | Home Page Update, News
The awards are open to members and non-members of British Glass, and you can enter multiple categories, submit more than one entry in any category, and may enter the same initiative for more than one category.
Entries will be judged by a panel of industry experts against the criteria for that category – so make sure you read them carefully. Entries should focus on work and initiatives taking place since last year’s awards closed – so between September 2021 and September 2022. The deadline for entries is noon on Thursday 22 September 2022.
by Paul Wenham | Dec 14, 2021 | Home Page Update, News
The Master paraded into ‘Come Follow the Band’ after a sparkling reception in the Piper Room and Guests were serenaded to their seats by Nicole Petrus Barracks accompanied by Glass Sellers, Beethoven Piano Prize winner 2020 to find boxes of chocolates with Elves and Father Christmas images. The Master welcomed all, the Clerk said Grace and Nicole sang once more wishing all, the season’s greetings. Dinner commenced with a hearty meal and accompanying wines. A Goat’s Cheese Starter, Pot Roasted Guinea Fowl, Toasted Brioche Croque Monsieur, and an Ice Cream Parfait.
by Paul Wenham | Nov 23, 2021 | Home Page Update, News
British Glass CEO Dave Dalton said:
“It’s no secret that our industry has faced, and is still going through, some difficult times over the last year which makes it all the more special to be able to welcome everybody back to the Glass Focus Awards to celebrate what we have all achieved together in person.
“We have seen some truly remarkable entries this year, from the incredible innovations that allow our industry to continually evolve and the sustainable actions that drive us forward to our goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions, to the beautiful designs that adorn our buildings and bottles, the unrivalled talent of our workforce and everything in between.
“It’s been a pleasure to welcome everybody back to the awards; we are all extremely proud of the achievements of our industry over the last year and we look forward to building on these in the coming year and beyond.”
by Paul Wenham | Oct 19, 2021 | Home Page Update, News
The shortlist for the annual Glass Focus awards has been announced. The awards, now in their eighth year, will once again celebrate the achievements of the glass industry and its supply chain.
This year we look forward to celebrating with all our winners in person at the black-tie award ceremony on 18 November at the Brooklyn Hotel in Manchester.
Commenting on behalf of the judges, Nick Kirk Technical director at British Glass said; “This year the quality and number of entries has been extraordinary and a real challenge to judge. It has been very encouraging to read and see some great examples of products, techniques, and practices from across the industry.”
by Paul Wenham | Jul 21, 2021 | Home Page Update, News
News from the Worlds of Glass – Glass Art – Glass Museum – British Glass – Glass Futures and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Links to interesting articles
