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This International Women’s Day, meet local Glassblowing Artist Jori Delvo. She is Jessica’s amazing aunt and co-founder of Boulder Bend Glassworks which supplies Kris Kringl with beautiful, mouthblown glass ornaments. Today, 33% of glassblowers are women.* Jori's glassmaking is inspired by her love of nature and worldwide travels. To meet Jori is to know creativity, perseverance and strength. Cheers to Jori – and women everywhere – pursuing what they love and being the change they w …

Hello from snowy Leavenworth where it continues to be a winter wonderland! We have been busy these first two months of 2022 meeting with designers, makers and curators about what will fill the shop this year. First to arrive is home décor for spring and we can't for you to see the new fabulous pieces - especially those from Mark Roberts (pictured below with Kris Kringl Owner Carl Evans). Shop New Arrivals for Spring at www.kriskringl.comIn a recent Facebook post, many of you gave us wonderful th …

September 10-12, we are delighted to host artist and creator of Inner Beauty Gifts at Kris Kringl in Leavenworth, WA. Trieste is a master reverse glass painter and she will be demonstrating this art form all weekend long at the shop! Additionally, Trieste is happy to sign your Christmas ornaments, as well as personalize them with a message of your choice (a wonderful gift opportunity!). We hope to see you and have you meet the wonderful Trieste!About Inner Beauty GiftsInner B …

Calling all fans of this German favorite... it’s April 26th, and it’s Pretzel Day!These authentic German Erzgebirge incense smokers & nutcrackers have many more hand-carved, wooden folk art friends back at the shop. These guys were just the most excited for Pretzel Day! Bavarian Weaver Livery - M16478Bavarian Publican Smoker - M16978Bavarian Oktoberfest Nutcracker - M14280 …

"The gift of being together just makes you feel like you're going to be okay." - Piper's MomRonald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) is a cause Kris Kringl has supported for many years -- and in large part through the giving spirit generated at our annual Collector's Night. This year we have made the difficult decision to cancel that event because we feel it is the cautious thing to do considering COVID-19.While the in-store event is on pause for this year, we still feel passionate about …