North-east of Beijing in China, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, lies the glassworks where Ferm Living's Ripple glasses are made. The family-run glassworks has almost 40 years of experience and is known for its exquisite techniques. It was the first of its kind to produce handmade, high-quality glassware.
The process
Making beautiful glasses is as much an art as a science, so every single glass in the Ferm Living Ripple series requires great craftsmanship. It's a process with several different steps that can take up to 24 hours, depending on the complexity of the glass.
Each glass is mouth-blown into a mould: the glassblower blows air through a long, thin pipe to give the glass the required size and shape. The glasses then go through a process that ensures they keep their shape. The finished pieces are left to cool at a safe temperature and carefully cleaned three times before the final quality check.
Because every Ferm Living Ripple glass is mouth-blown, each piece is unique. The glassblower influences the final result through the amount of glass and the air pressure they use while blowing.
The materials
Using high-quality materials for glass moulding is essential. As the mould forms the basis for the shape of the glass, it must be carefully cleaned to remove dust and dirt.
The raw glass mixture is made from carefully selected materials, each of which helps ensure a final result with high purity and minimal flaws.
The Ferm Living Ripple series
With its sharp-edged surface, geometric design and refined style, the Ferm Living Ripple series strikes a balance between form and function.
The complete Ferm Living Ripple collection includes a set of four stackable water glasses, a set of four long drink glasses, a set of two champagne coupes, a set of four small stackable glasses, a set of two wine glasses, a carafe and a small carafe set with matching glasses. Ideal for completing a stylish, indulgent table setting for any occasion.
