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ELVIS WEEK 2008
"If you're an Elvis fan, no explanation is necessary. If you're not an Elvis fan, no explanation is possible."
We just returned from Memphis and Elvis Week 2008. What an experience meeting fans from all over the world who gathered to celebrate Elvis' music and legacy. Thanks to everyone who made this such a memorable week for Marj and Sandy from Hour Glass Studio. We hope to be back next year!
Above are a few of the many great people we met along the way and some memories of Graceland and Memphis.
COMPANY BIO
Working with fused and etched glass started out as a hobby from Marj Paonessa's full time work as a coroner. Within a short time, she created the Marilyn Monroe 'Classic Series' martini and wine glass line. The Hour Glass Studio and website were built and Marj was very pleased with the immediate response the glasses received. A pair of the Marilyn 'Classic Series' glasses were invited to be part of the 2007 'Everybody Wins at the Emmys" and 2008 "Everybody Wins at the Oscars" celebrity gift bags. Marj couldn't imagine a better place to showcase an icon such as Marilyn than at the two biggest Hollywood events of the year.
She has now extended the line to include the Elvis Presley 'Classic Series' set of martini and wine glasses for his many fans around the world. Elvis' image is captured just as he was starting out in the 50"s, in the movie era of the 60's, the famous televised '68 Comeback Special and the 70's where his live performances electrified audiences. The 70's glass features a Swarovski crystal highlighting one of Elvis' trademark rings.
The first exclusive 'Collector Series' hand blown wine glass, specially commissioned for Hour Glass Studio, will be available for purchase on this site by late September. This will be a limited edition piece commemorating the 40th anniversary of the televised '68 Comeback' special and will include a special signed print and Certificate of Authenticity.
Marj showcased the new collectible stemware to the Elvis fans that were in Memphis during August's Elvis Week as part of the Elvis Expo. "People are always looking for something new and unique Elvis products to give as gifts or as a nice treat for themselves. I think these glasses fit that bill."
Made under agreement with Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc., these new lines are currently only available on line through the Hour Glass Studio Ltd website. Retail outlets will be announced here on the site as they become available.
Elvis and Elvis Presley are registered
trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises,
Marilyn" and Norma Jeane" are trademarks of the estate of Marilyn Monroe. Licensed by CMG Worldwide Inc. Indianapolis, Indiana 46256 USA. www.cmgww.com
