Handmade - Made in Newark - Made to Order
Recognize excellence with our hand-blown elegance!

Custom Glass Pieces for Awards

Are you tired of the same old, boring awards and gifts?

​Let GlassRoots help you break the mold and create something truly unique and exciting!
​Our hand-made, professionally crafted, and personalized glass works are the perfect way to show your appreciation and honor those special achievers in your life.
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Our talented artist instructors pour their heart and soul into each award they create, sending a powerful message that you care about your honoree and supporting youth, education, and the arts.

From sleek and modern to intricate and ornate, our handcrafted glass awards range from
​$195 to $275.

If you're looking for something truly one-of-a-kind, our customized orders start at $300.

Signature Collection

Orb
​Paperweight

with sandblasted text with up to two colors* (approximate 4.5" diameter)

Oval Glass
​Award

with sandblasted text (approximate 7" tall x
​4" wide)

Glass Masterpiece Plate

with sandblasted text with up to two colors* (approximate 14" diameter)

Circular Paperweight

with sandblasted text with up to two colors* (approximate 4.5" diameter)

Clear Oval
​Glass Award

with sandblasted text (approximate 7" tall x
​4" wide)

Don't settle for boring and forgettable awards and gifts.
Let GlassRoots help you make a lasting impression with our stunning and unique glass works. 

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Let's create something special!

At GlassRoots, we believe that every achievement deserves recognition. That's why we create beautiful handmade glass blown awards that are as unique as your success story.
We create custom awards and glass art gifts for Non-Profits and Businesses. 

Awards made by our students and artists will let your honoree know that you care about them and about supporting youth, education and the arts. 

Each and every order not only helps to further recognition of the arts and nonprofits; it provides valuable financial support for GlassRoots' programs with youth and young adults.

Commissions Process

When it comes to recognizing excellence and presenting special awards, nothing beats the uniqueness and artistic elegance of a handmade glass creation from GlassRoots. Our team of skilled artisans works with you every step of the way to ensure that your honoree receives a truly one-of-a-kind emblem of appreciation.
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No matter the occasion, from recognizing a colleague's accomplishments to presenting an award at a major corporate event, GlassRoots is here to bring your vision to life. We work with individuals and company CEOs alike to create the perfect piece that perfectly captures the essence of your message.
Experience the beauty and distinction of a custom-made, handmade glass award from GlassRoots. Contact us today and let us help you create a timeless piece that will be treasured for years to come.

Design phase

Consult directly with our designers to ensure design fulfills desired effect.  Client must give adequate time to develop initial design (A minimum of six weeks), Highly specific and detailed designs require additional lead time. Changes to designs/prototypes/engraving information will incur an additional fee for each change.

Presentation of Glass Award/Gift

Commissioned artwork can be presented on a base or easel, or framed to suit the design of the work.  Metal engraved plates with recipient information can be placed on awards.

Packaging/Delivery

GlassRoots offers various types of packaging for artworks ranging from protective packaging for shipping to decorative wrapping for individual pieces. Additional fee may be required according to specifics of commission. Standard shipping fees via US Postal Service or UPS apply.  Overnight and rush orders will require an additional fee.

special requirements

GlassRoots requires each client or organization to sign a commission contract along with a deposit to begin the design phase and to purchase materials for orders over $500.

​Payment for work must be received prior to receiving the actual glass works. ​

production schedule

We work on a production schedule, and want to allow ample time to create your awards for your upcoming events. We ask that you place orders a minimum of two months in advance, allowing extra time for large orders, new clients, or orders that must be shipped.

Here's a sampling of past awards!

Fabrication of Glass Pieces for Artists and Designers

GlassRoots Teaching Artists are skilled craftspeople working in all glass techniques.  Work directly with a staff glass artist to realize your design. From prototyping to production of larger quantities we can assist you at any step of the way.

Public Artwork and Installations

GlassRoots has created outdoor murals, mosaics, and sculpture for public and private display.  Mosaics are able to withstand the elements and are great for both indoors and out. See the gallery below of some of our work. GlassRoots staff will work with you to design and create your ideas.  
Installations of public works may be coordinated with GlassRoots artists however subcontractors may be required to perform installations of complex works.