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Article in the Tribune Review by JOYCE HANZ | Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023
Drink in style with hand-painted glassware created in Oakmont
Visitors also are welcome to pop into the open studio and meet the artists while they are painting.
“It’s like an experience here — not just shopping,” Lee said.
Customer Lyn DiSanti of Clinton Township sipped some wine recently while shopping for a gift exchange.
“I love the uniqueness of it. I was looking for something Pittsburgh, and this is exactly what I wanted,
” said DiSanti, who has purchased several glasses. “This is my go-to place for a custom gift.”
Lee has spent the past four years tweaking her paint formula to find the right mix
that would prove durable and long-lasting.
“Our design was great, but we needed durability,” Lee said of her biggest business challenge. Hand washing
is recommended, but all of the glassware, even the ones with glitter, can go in the dishwasher.
“That’s what makes us stand apart,” Lee said of the paints that last. “They’ve very, very durable.”
2019
Featured by NBC News in both the Mother’s and Father’s Day gift guides
NBC BETTER 2018
ONE OF THE TOP EIGHTEEN GIFTS TO GIVE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON— GIFTS THAT GIVE BACK
“Here are some of our favorite picks, many of which are from companies who aren’t simply donating money during the holiday season, but supporting worthy initiatives year-round.
Regardless what you choose, the imbiber on your list will get beautifully hand-painted glassware to enjoy their drink of choice in. The designs come in rocks, pilsner and wine glasses, plus many have customization options to add a unique name or phrase. Amanda Lee isn’t only creating gorgeous glassware, but doing good while she’s at it. She hires young female artists to help guide their artistic practices throughout their art school experiences, plus she donates her space to local non-profit organizations for fundraisers and holiday events. On top of that, she frequently runs special glassware fundraisers, creating unique glass designs and donating a percentage back to the
non-profit organizations. ”
2016 US Open
Our Favorite Merchandise At The 2016 U.S. Open
Craft Pittsburgh 2017
Red Solo Cups are for kids.
When you sip that winter warmer
around the holiday hearth, do it in style!
Artist Amanda Lee hand-paints drinkware in her Oakmont workshop, pouring a bit of herself into each pilsner, rocks, pub, wine and shot glass. Each receptacle is American-made and decorated with durable glass paint and then fired for maximum durability. Styles range from Pittsburgh's famous skyline and sports teams to beach scenes and zombies!
“The standout item of the merchandise tent comes from local purveyor Amanda Lee who is still lovingly hand painting each glass due to popular demand.”
The Golf Channel 2016
The USGA commissioned Amanda Lee to be THE local purveyor at the 2016 US Open. Amanda Lee Glassware was featured on the National The Golf Channel as part of a special interview.
Amanda Lee is interviewed by the Golf Channel, 2016.