For over a century, Blenko Glass Company has turned molten sand and minerals into colorful and unforgettable art—each piece hand-blown, each form shaped by tradition. As mass production gives way to a renewed appreciation for the handmade, Blenko’s work is finding a new generation of admirers drawn to authenticity, imperfection, and legacy.

At the heart of that legacy is Daniel Chapman, a soft-spoken craftsman from Milton, West Virginia, who spent over 46 years at Blenko. Here, he refined his skills— carving by hand the cherrywood moulds that guided every curve of Blenko’s iconic glass. As Daniel reaches retirement, this short documentary captures the quiet mastery behind his craft—and the end of an era shaped by hand, fire, and a deep connection to place.