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Sleek and contemporary with a clear glass candle holder. 14 inches high and 6.75 inches square. Weight 9 lbs.


A dramatic and contemporary stainless steel column base is contrasted and softened with a clear glass candle holder cube. A candle holder, centerpiece, accent piece, this handcrafted glass and stainless steel column is part of 18 Karat’s Tafoni Collection. Tafoni is the word that geologists use to define the circular erosions, caverns and hollows found in rock formations of seashores. The contrasting textures and light that inspired this candle holder were derived from the natural light and large rock formations found on the gulf islands of British Columbia.


18 Karat goes on journeys several times a year to discover products that are handmade by artisans and skilled craftsmen with indigenous materials and in some cases in very isolated village factories. They are committed to working with factories and cottage industry producers that maintain fair and honorable ethics. The company believes they are providing them more than just a job, a creative outlet for their talents and a sense of hope as well as a feeling of being more connected to the world.

Their line of home accessories, accents, and decor items project inherent organic beauty and function. They will find their own storied place in your home and make truly memorable and unique gifts. 18 Karat’s products are contemporary objects, inspired by nature’s effects and beauty, handmade from natural materials, and using sustainable methods. Based in Canada, they have begun to develop a strong and loyal following throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan.
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Sleek and contemporary with a white glass candle holder. 14 inches high and 6.75 inches square. Weight 9 lbs.


A dramatic and contemporary stainless steel column base is contrasted and softened with a white glass candle holder cube. A candle holder, centerpiece, accent piece, this handcrafted glass and stainless steel column is part of 18 Karat’s Tafoni Collection. Tafoni is the word that geologists use to define the circular erosions, caverns and hollows found in rock formations of seashores. The contrasting textures and light that inspired this candle holder were derived from the natural light and large rock formations found on the gulf islands of British Columbia.


18 Karat goes on journeys several times a year to discover products that are handmade by artisans and skilled craftsmen with indigenous materials and in some cases in very isolated village factories. They are committed to working with factories and cottage industry producers that maintain fair and honorable ethics. The company believes they are providing them more than just a job, a creative outlet for their talents and a sense of hope as well as a feeling of being more connected to the world.

Their line of home accessories, accents, and decor items project inherent organic beauty and function. They will find their own storied place in your home and make truly memorable and unique gifts. 18 Karat’s products are contemporary objects, inspired by nature’s effects and beauty, handmade from natural materials, and using sustainable methods. Based in Canada, they have begun to develop a strong and loyal following throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan.
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"LAST ONE" - A graceful and beautiful hand blown glass vases. 16.5 inches high, 7 inches long by 7 inches wide. Weight 15 lbs.


Colored glass, in organic shapes, is melted on the surface by artisans before finishing these hand blown large glass vases. A flower vase, glass centerpiece, or decorative glass piece, these handcrafted glass vases are part of 18 Karat’s Marea Collection. Marea is the Italian word for the tide or wave surge. The intertidal zone is where air and water meet, where vibrant plant life grows amongst the sand and salt-encrusted rocks. The colors and textures that inspired this glass vase were derived from the shoreline’s color palette and tones, gritty and slippery textures, and organic shapes.


18 Karat goes on journeys several times a year to discover products that are handmade by artisans and skilled craftsmen with indigenous materials and in some cases in very isolated village factories. They are committed to working with factories and cottage industry producers that maintain fair and honorable ethics. The company believes they are providing them more than just a job, a creative outlet for their talents and a sense of hope as well as a feeling of being more connected to the world.

Their line of home accessory and décor items, including their original glass and ceramic vases, candle holders, and centerpieces, project an inherent organic beauty and function. They will find their own storied place in your home and make truly memorable and unique gifts. 18 Karat’s products are contemporary objects, inspired by nature’s effects and beauty, handmade from natural materials, and using sustainable methods. Based in Canada, they have begun to develop a strong and loyal following throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan. Learn More

"LAST ONE" - A graceful and beautiful hand blown glass vases. 10.5 inches high, 10.75 inches long and 4.5 inches wide. Weight 15 lbs.


Colored glass, in organic shapes, is melted on the surface by artisans before finishing this hand blown large glass vase. A flower vase, glass centerpiece, decorative glass piece, these handcrafted glass vases are part of 18 Karat’s Marea Collection. Marea is the Italian word for the tide or wave surge. The intertidal zone is where air and water meet, where vibrant plant life grows amongst the sand and salt-encrusted rocks. The colors and textures that inspired this glass vase were derived from the shoreline’s color palette and tones, gritty and slippery textures, and organic shapes.


18 Karat goes on journeys several times a year to discover products that are handmade by artisans and skilled craftsmen with indigenous materials and in some cases in very isolated village factories. They are committed to working with factories and cottage industry producers that maintain fair and honorable ethics. The company believes they are providing them more than just a job, a creative outlet for their talents and a sense of hope as well as a feeling of being more connected to the world.

Their line of home accessory and décor items, including their original glass and ceramic vases, candle holders, and centerpieces, project an inherent organic beauty and function. They will find their own storied place in your home and make truly memorable and unique gifts. 18 Karat’s products are contemporary objects, inspired by nature’s effects and beauty, handmade from natural materials, and using sustainable methods. Based in Canada, they have begun to develop a strong and loyal following throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan. Learn More

Green depth and texture captivate with these versatile hand blown green glass vases textured and brought to life by glass vase artisans. Each of the green glass vases measure 7 inches high and 7.5 inch diameter. Weight 5 lbs.


Much the way that plant life clings to the stones at water’s edge, layers of black glass cling to the mottled salt finish on these green glass vases. A flower vase, glass centerpiece, candleholder, or decorative glass vases accent piece, these handcrafted glass vases are part of 18 Karat’s Marea Collection. Marea is the Italian word for the tide or wave surge. The intertidal zone is where air and water meet, where vibrant plant life grows amongst the sand and salt-encrusted rocks. The colors and textures that inspired these glass vases were derived from the shoreline’s color palette and tones, gritty and slippery textures, and organic shapes.


18 Karat goes on journeys several times a year to discover products that are handmade by artisans and skilled craftsmen with indigenous materials and in some cases in very isolated village factories. They are committed to working with factories and cottage industry producers that maintain fair and honorable ethics. The company believes they are providing them more than just a job, a creative outlet for their talents and a sense of hope as well as a feeling of being more connected to the world.

Their line of home accessory and décor items, including their original glass and ceramic vases, candle holders, and centerpieces, project an inherent organic beauty and function. They will find their own storied place in your home and make truly memorable and unique gifts. 18 Karat’s products are contemporary objects, inspired by nature’s effects and beauty, handmade from natural materials, and using sustainable methods. Based in Canada, they have begun to develop a strong and loyal following throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan. Learn More

Depth and texture captivate with these versatile hand blown glass vases textured and brought to life by glass vase artisans. The glass vases measure 7 inches high and 7.5 inch diameter. Weight 5 lbs.


Much the way that plant life clings to the stones at water’s edge, layers of black glass cling to the mottled salt finish on these glass vases. A flower vase, centerpiece, candleholder, or decorative glass vase accent piece, this hand blown glass vase is part of 18 Karat’s Marea Collection. Marea is the Italian word for the tide or wave surge. The intertidal zone is where air and water meet, where vibrant plant life grows amongst the sand and salt-encrusted rocks. The colors and textures that inspired these glass vases were derived from the shoreline’s color palette and tones, gritty and slippery textures, and organic shapes.


18 Karat goes on journeys several times a year to discover products that are handmade by artisans and skilled craftsmen with indigenous materials and in some cases in very isolated village factories. They are committed to working with factories and cottage industry producers that maintain fair and honorable ethics. The company believes they are providing them more than just a job, a creative outlet for their talents and a sense of hope as well as a feeling of being more connected to the world.

Their line of home accessory and décor items, including their original glass and ceramic vases, candle holders, and centerpieces, project an inherent organic beauty and function. They will find their own storied place in your home and make truly memorable and unique gifts. 18 Karat’s products are contemporary objects, inspired by nature’s effects and beauty, handmade from natural materials, and using sustainable methods. Based in Canada, they have begun to develop a strong and loyal following throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan. Learn More

"LAST ONE" - Versatile hand blown clear glass vases with an organic kelp texture. 7 inches high and 7.5 inch diameter. Weight 5 lbs.


Layers of a hand-applied white glass form an organic root pattern that gives both texture and beauty to these clear glass ball vases. A flower vase, centerpiece, candleholder, or decorative accent piece, this handcrafted glass vase is part of 18 Karat’s Marea Collection. Marea is the Italian word for the tide or wave surge. The intertidal zone is where air and water meet, where vibrant plant life grows amongst the sand and salt-encrusted rocks. The colors and textures that inspired this glass vase were derived from the shoreline’s color palette and tones, gritty and slippery textures, and organic shapes.


18 Karat goes on journeys several times a year to discover products that are handmade by artisans and skilled craftsmen with indigenous materials and in some cases in very isolated village factories. They are committed to working with factories and cottage industry producers that maintain fair and honorable ethics. The company believes they are providing them more than just a job, a creative outlet for their talents and a sense of hope as well as a feeling of being more connected to the world.

Their line of home accessory and décor items, including their original glass and ceramic vases, candle holders, and centerpieces, project an inherent organic beauty and function. They will find their own storied place in your home and make truly memorable and unique gifts. 18 Karat’s products are contemporary objects, inspired by nature’s effects and beauty, handmade from natural materials, and using sustainable methods. Based in Canada, they have begun to develop a strong and loyal following throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan. Learn More

Decorative hand blown gray glass vases with a seductive shape and frosted surface. 18 Karat glass vase measures 6 inches long, 5.5 inches wide and 3.5 inches high.


Resembling the naturally weathered stones that lay at the ocean’s edge, these organically sculptured gray glass vases are beautiful and graceful. Feature as a flower vase, glass centerpiece, decorative glass vase accent piece, these hand blown glass vases are part of 18 Karat’s Tafoni Collection. Tafoni is the word that geologists use to define the circular erosions, caverns and hollows found in rock formations of seashores. The colors and textures that inspired these gray glass vases were derived from the eroded rock formations found on the gulf islands of British Columbia.



18 Karat goes on journeys several times a year to discover products that are handmade by artisans and skilled craftsmen with indigenous materials and in some cases in very isolated village factories. They are committed to working with factories and cottage industry producers that maintain fair and honorable ethics. The company believes they are providing them more than just a job, a creative outlet for their talents and a sense of hope as well as a feeling of being more connected to the world.

Their line of home accessories, accents, and decor items project inherent organic beauty and function. They will find their own storied place in your home and make truly memorable and unique gifts. 18 Karat’s products are contemporary objects, inspired by nature’s effects and beauty, handmade from natural materials, and using sustainable methods. Based in Canada, they have begun to develop a strong and loyal following throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan.
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Hand blown gray colored glass vases with an artistic twist on the ebb and flow of tides. 12 inches high and 7 inches in diameter. Weight 6 lbs.


Clear glass bands are hand wrapped by artisans around these tall, beautifully hand blown glass vases. A flower vase, glass centerpiece, accent piece, this hand blown glass vase is part of 18 Karat’s Tafoni Collection. Tafoni is the word that geologists use to define the circular erosions, caverns and hollows found in rock formations of seashores. The colors and textures that inspired the glass vases were derived from the eroded rock formations found on the gulf islands of British Columbia.


18 Karat goes on journeys several times a year to discover products that are handmade by artisans and skilled craftsmen with indigenous materials and in some cases in very isolated village factories. They are committed to working with factories and cottage industry producers that maintain fair and honorable ethics. The company believes they are providing them more than just a job, a creative outlet for their talents and a sense of hope as well as a feeling of being more connected to the world.

Their line of home accessory and décor items, including their original glass and ceramic vases, candle holders, and centerpieces, project an inherent organic beauty and function. They will find their own storied place in your home and make truly memorable and unique gifts. 18 Karat’s products are contemporary objects, inspired by nature’s effects and beauty, handmade from natural materials, and using sustainable methods. Based in Canada, they have begun to develop a strong and loyal following throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan. Learn More