A cult favorite in the Pacific Northwest, glassybaby has made its way to Dallas, opening its newest store — and the first in Texas — in NorthPark Center.
More than just beautifully crafted glass votives, drinking glasses, and vases, glassybaby embodies love, craftsmanship, and heartfelt giving, making it the perfect gift for Valentine's Day and year-round.
A gift with meaning
Forget flowers this V-Day and give a gift that will be cherished forever. Each glassybaby is uniquely handcrafted in the U.S. by skilled artisans — over 70 of them — who receive fair wages and on-the-job training.
A company built on giving, glassybaby has donated over $15 million to charitable causes since its founding. In Dallas, a portion of every sale benefits Cancer Support Community North Texas, as well as other local organizations like the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Cattle Barons Ball, the Nasher Sculpture Center, and more.
Founder Lee Rhodes is a three-time lung cancer survivor who started glassybaby in her garage 20 years ago. Rhodes had the idea while undergoing chemotherapy when she lit a candle in a piece of art glass and felt healing from it, and wanted others to feel the same.
Each glassybaby piece is named and includes a sentiment card with a poem — for example, the "friendship" candle holders enhance their meaning with:
one silver, the other gold,
but both are equally valuable.
we treasure new and old friendship.
it can remind us of the times
and show us a new perspective.
"We are thrilled to be part of the Dallas community," says Rhodes. “For two decades, glassybaby has produced beautiful, handmade glass votives that give back to the community and promote hope and healing. We can’t wait to expand this mission in the greater Dallas area.”
Experience in-person
While shopping online is convenient, there’s something special about experiencing glassybaby in person. Each piece is uniquely handcrafted, making every glassybaby one-of-a-kind.
At the NorthPark store, you can see the nuances in color, feel the weight of the glass, and select the perfect piece that resonates with you. Plus, exclusive artist-edition pieces are only available in-store.
The ultimate Valentine’s Day gift guide
Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romance — it’s about celebrating all kinds of love. Whether it’s for a significant other, best friend, family member, or even yourself, glassybaby has the perfect gift to express how you feel.
- For your true love: "heart over heels," "amore," "smooch," or "xo" – Beautiful candle holders that symbolize deep love and passion, perfect for Valentine’s Day, weddings, or anniversaries.
- For your best buds: "galentine," "horoscope," or "fabulous" — Light up your pal's day with a reminder of how amazing they are.
A curated Valentine's Day collection awaits in-store.Photo by ASHGPHOTO
Photo by ASHGPHOTO
The new NorthPark Center store is open and ready for browsing.
The gift of glassybaby is appropriate all year and for all sorts of occasions. Each one-of-a kind piece of glass art comes with a distinctive name and inspirational poem to signify a special sentiment, such as Hope, Courage, Strength, and Gratitude, among many others.
With this in mind, here are some ideas for special life moments and thoughtful gestures:
- "new leaf" rocker — A meaningful gift for a new dad, recent graduate, or someone embarking on a new journey.
- "sunday drinker" – Get a set of these handblown drinking glasses for a perfect housewarming gift.
- "awesome ain’t easy" – Celebrate a friend’s success with this encouragement-filled candle holder to remind them of all their hard work.
- "wisdom" – A beautiful birthday gift for someone who inspires you.
- "open window" – A thoughtful way to cheer up a friend and remind them they’re loved, even in difficult times.
- "faith" bloomette – A stunning vase, perfect for sending flowers with a heartfelt touch.
- "hugs" – Because everyone needs one, and this candle holder is a warm and meaningful way to show you care.
"open window" offers hope and encouragement.Photo courtesy of glassybaby
Special offer for CultureMap readers
As a welcome to Dallas, glassybaby is offering CultureMap readers an exclusive gift with purchase. Use code CultureMap in-store to receive a complimentary box of 16 palm-wax candles. The new location is located on NorthPark Center's Level One near Nordstrom in the retail space formerly occupied by Diptyque.
