Inge-Glas Ornaments

In the late 1500's in Lauscha, Germany, the Muller family of glassblowers worked diligently to produce mouth blown glassware of the highest quality for their countryman and later for others all over the world to enjoy. 

Beginning in the 1860's, the Muller family specifically customized their craft for creating Christmas ornaments.  As the generations followed, each would take great care to share their expertise with the next generation.  Glassblowing was a cottage industry and every family had their own specialty.  One family may have perfected ornaments of churches, while another created pinecones.  The Muller family became renowned for their bird ornaments.

These blown glass ornaments were crafted in the same workshops in Lauscha, Germany until 1953.  At this time, the Russian occupation of Lauscha led 13th generation descendent Heinz Muller-Blech to flee to Neustadt where he established the modern day Inge-Glas workshops.  Heinz crossed the border to seek out a new life in West Germany.

Creating an Inge-Glas Christmas glass ornament is a time and labor intensive process.  It can take up to seven days to produce one of their ornaments.  The Star Crown is recognized worldwide as the symbol for authentic inge-glas craftsmanship, as well as German tradition and quality.

The Bride's Collection and the traditional glass pickle ornament set are showcased here along with their famous bird offerings.

Announced April 28, 2008,  Inge-Glas of Germany announced its commitment to a "green" policy.

"As retailers and consumers embrace the concept of green business and eco-friendly companies; Inge-Glas® of Germany is proud to inform you that our factory uses only a pure, high grade German glass and lead free paints, lacquers and glitters. We are a 100% lead-free ornament manufacturer. Unlike other ornament suppliers, Inge-Glas® owns its own factory in Germany. We control all materials used in the manufacturing, packaging and shipping of our heirloom quality ornaments."  " Inge-Glas® is a "green" company and you have our assurance when you buy Inge-Glas® you are buying an environmentally safe heirloom keepsake for you and your children. Inge-Glas® remains steadfast in maintaining our duty to the ecological future of our planet and preserving century old tradition. Thank you from the Müller-Blech Family and all employees of the Inge-Glas® workshop in Neustadt, Germany."

We are pleased to make these outstanding ornaments available in the United States.