AN IDEA IS SPARKED
Spring is a time for new beginnings, so it’s only appropriate that our idea for a handblown glass bowl was sparked during the spring of 2017. And with the idea, came a desire to learn all about the creation process.
We read every resource we could find, watched hours of videos, and reached out to friends and acquaintances who are immersed in the art and design world. We took fun field trips to local glass studios and participated in classes to gain firsthand experience.
We shared our idea with friends, family, and professional associates, explaining our vision of a beautiful bowl that represented the very concepts of “serving kindness”: cheerful, colorful, modern, and affordable. An ideal gift that inspires hospitality and brings people together—and gives back to organizations doing good works. A gift that creates a ripple effect of beauty and kindness.
A CREATIVE CONNECTION
When it was time to create the bowls, we knew we wanted to partner with a master of the craft, someone who celebrates the practice, the process, and the tradition of glassblowing. Our good friend Maureen Keefe introduced us to James McLeod, a glass professor at Massachusetts College of Art—and an exceptionally talented artist and all-around nice guy.
We explained our idea for a glass bowl, and to our good fortune, James was excited to work with us. The three of us spent the summer of 2017 designing and experimenting, making bowls in different shapes, styles, sizes, and colors.
After weeks and months of creative collaboration, we had our signature bowl with a stunning vibrantly-colored interior and a brilliant white exterior!
MADE BY HAND IN MASSACHUSETTS
We were ready to start making our bowls in October 2017, so James gathered his team of gaffers and assistants, all former students and graduates of the MassArt Program to start blowing in time for the 2017 holiday season.
Our highly skilled team works together to gather the layers of glass, blow into a bubble, form it to a cherry wood mold, and cool overnight. The next day the piece is finished by cutting, grinding, and polishing (coldworking) it.
Designed and made in Massachusetts, a Serve Kindness bowl represents the very best of American craftsmanship and handblown glass.
WHY GLASS BOWLS?
All around the world and throughout time, bowls have been used to serve, share, create, and collect.
They are cherished heirlooms, passed through families and generations.
They are special accents in our homes, adding warmth to every nook and corner, welcoming guests with flair and festiveness.
They are a symbol of the kitchen, the heart of the home.
They are the centerpieces of our gatherings, helping us host family and friends, share meals and make memories, and celebrate occasions big and small.
Behind every bowl is a story, something that brings to mind important celebrations and rites of passage: marriages, anniversaries, births, housewarmings, and holidays. Across cultures, bowls are often at the center of the most cherished traditions, from naming ceremonies to meals of thanksgiving.
Because bowls are such treasured heirlooms, they must be made to stand the test of time. That’s why we chose hand-blown glass. For more than 5000 years, humans have been combining sand and fire to make glass. Glass is durable, food-safe, and offers a vibrancy and beauty that complements every style. And hand-blowing glass is an artform—one we’re proud to celebrate by partnering with local artists carrying on this beautiful, creative tradition.
A Serve Kindness bowl is a vibrant, versatile vessel with so many uses. Get Inspired!
Shop Our Best Sellers
Cobalt
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This Cobalt blue glass bowl is one of our best-sellers and its color is the same blue often seen in stained glass. This vibrantly colored hand blown glass bowl pairs beautifully with the warmer colors of the Yellow and Orange bowls and is found in some of our curated nested sets. It has a simple, modern design that easily pairs with every decor, is great for casual and formal gatherings, and easily nests for storage. They are made in the USA and make wonderful gifts. Slight variations make each bowl unique.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work. -
Small, medium, and large bowls nest for easy storage. The small is good for nuts and the large glass bowl is great for a family-sized salad.
- Small: 4.75"w x 2.5" h - holds 2 cups
- Medium: 7.5"w x 3.5"h - holds 5-6 cups
- Large: 9.25"w x 4.5"h - holds 12 cups
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Ruby
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Just like its name, the Ruby glass bowl is a deep pink similar to Cranberry glass. This vibrantly colored glass bowl goes well with most other rich jewel tone colors like Gold, Aquamarine & Emerald. It has a simple, modern design that works with every decor, is great for casual and formal gatherings, and easily nests for storage. They are made in the USA and make wonderful gifts. Slight variations make each bowl unique. We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work.
charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work. -
Small, medium, and large bowls nest for easy storage. The small is good for nuts and the large glass bowl is great for a family-sized salad.
- Small: 4.75"w x 2.5" h - holds 2 cups
- Medium: 7.5"w x 3.5"h - holds 5-6 cups
- Large: 9.25"w x 4.5"h - holds 12 cups
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Teal
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Teal is customer favorite with its blue-green color named after the color of the area around the eye of the Common Teal duck. This vibrantly colored glass bowl goes well with most other rich jewel tone colors like Gold, Aquamarine & Emerald, as well as Pale Rose and the other blues. It is featured bowl in this nested set. It has a simple, modern design that works with every decor, is great for casual and formal gatherings, and easily nests for storage. They are made in the USA and make wonderful gifts. Slight variations make each bowl unique.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work.
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Small, medium, and large bowls nest for easy storage. The small is good for nuts and the large glass bowl is great for a family-sized salad.
- Small: 4.75"w x 2.5" h - holds 2 cups
- Medium: 7.5"w x 3.5"h - holds 5-6 cups
- Large: 9.25"w x 4.5"h - holds 12 cups
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Steel Blue
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Just like its name, the Steel Blue glass bowl is reminiscent of steel or dark denim. This handblown glass bowl looks good with almost every color and is spectacular with jewel tones; check out the Steel Blue, Gold, Ruby Nested Set. It has a simple, modern design that works with every decor, is great for casual and formal gatherings, and easily nests for storage. They are made in the USA and make wonderful gifts. Slight variations make each bowl unique.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work. -
Small, medium, and large bowls nest for easy storage. The small is good for nuts and the large glass bowl is great for a family-sized salad.
- Small: 4.75"w x 2.5" h - holds 2 cups
- Medium: 6.5"w x 4.0"h - holds 5-6 cups
- Large: 9.25"w x 4.5"h - holds 12 cups
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Hyacinth
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The Hyacinth glass bowl is a deep bluish-purple color. This vibrantly colored glass bowl goes well with most other rich jewel tone colors like Amethyst, Gold, Aquamarine & Emerald. It has a simple, modern design that works with every decor, is great for casual and formal gatherings, and easily nests for storage. They are made in the USA and make wonderful gifts. Slight variations make each bowl unique.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work. -
Small, medium, and large bowls nest for easy storage. The small is good for nuts and the large glass bowl is great for a family-sized salad.
- Small: 4.75"w x 2.5" h - holds 2 cups
- Medium: 7.5"w x 3.5"h - holds 5-6 cups
- Large: 9.25"w x 4.5"h - holds 12 cups
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Gold
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The Gold hand blown glass bowl is a rich opaque deep yellow color like the precious metal that is found in nature. The Gold glass bowl goes well with other jewel tones such as Emerald and Ruby but it also works well with Red and Blues. Check it out as part of the Steel Blue, Gold, Ruby Nested Set. It has a simple, modern design that works with every decor, is great for casual and formal gatherings, and easily nests for storage. They are made in the USA and make wonderful gifts. Slight variations make each bowl unique.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work. -
Small, medium, and large bowls nest for easy storage. The small is good for nuts and the large glass bowl is great for a family-sized salad.
- Small: 4.75"w x 2.5" h - holds 2 cups
- Medium: 6.25"w x 3.5"h - holds 5-6 cups
- Large: 9.25"w x 4.5"h - holds 12 cups
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Turquoise
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The Turquoise glass bowl brings to mind calm tropical waters. It’s pale blue color pairs well with other pastels as well as all the blues, yellow and grey. It has a simple, modern design that works with every decor, is great for casual and formal gatherings, and easily nests for storage. They are made in the USA and make wonderful gifts. Slight variations make each bowl unique. See it in a nested set with Aquamarine and Yellow.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work. -
Small, medium, and large bowls nest for easy storage. The small is good for nuts and the large glass bowl is great for a family-sized salad.
- Small: 4.75"w x 2.5" h - holds 2 cups
- Medium: 7.5"w x 3.5"h - holds 5-6 cups
- Large: 9.25"w x 4.5"h - holds 12 cups
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Aquamarine
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This Cobalt blue glass bowl is one of our best-sellers and its color is the same blue often seen in stained glass. This vibrantly colored hand blown glass bowl pairs beautifully with the warmer colors of the Yellow and Orange bowls and is found in some of our curated nested sets. It has a simple, modern design that easily pairs with every decor, is great for casual and formal gatherings, and easily nests for storage. They are made in the USA and make wonderful gifts. Slight variations make each bowl unique.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work. -
Small, medium, and large bowls nest for easy storage. The small is good for nuts and the large glass bowl is great for a family-sized salad.
- Small: 4.75"w x 2.5" h - holds 2 cups
- Medium: 7.5"w x 3.5"h - holds 5-6 cups
- Large: 9.25"w x 4.5"h - holds 12 cups
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Amethyst, Ruby, Sky Nested Set
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This set includes a large Amethyst, medium Ruby, and a small Sky bowl. Each bowl has a vibrant color interior with a brilliant white exterior.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work.
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Dimensions
- Small Sky - 4.75”w x 2.5”h
- Medium Ruby - 7.25”w x 3.5”h
- Large Amethyst - 9.25”w x 4.5”h
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Hyacinth, Gold, Red Nested Set
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This set includes a large Hyacinth, medium Gold, and a small Red bowl. Each bowl has a vibrant color interior with a brilliant white exterior.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work.
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Dimensions
- Small Red - 4.75”w x 2.5”h
- Medium Gold - 7.25”w x 3.5”h
- Large Hyacinth - 9.25”w x 4.5”h
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Red, Orange, Leaf Nested Set
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This set includes a large Red, medium Orange, and a small Leaf bowl. Each bowl has a vibrant color interior with a brilliant white exterior.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work.
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Dimensions
- Small Leaf - 4.75”w x 2.5”h
- Medium Orange - 7.25”w x 3.5”h
- Large Red - 9.25”w x 4.5”h
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
Amethyst, Ruby, Amethyst Nested Set
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This set includes a large Amethyst, medium Ruby, and a small Amethyst bowl.
We donate a portion of your purchase to a charity that you select at checkout. We believe in the powerful ripple effect of intentional gift giving. Your purchase is packaged with a card about the charity in an effort to raise awareness about their work.
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Dimensions
- Small Amethyst - 4.75”w x 2.5”h
- Medium Ruby - 7.25”w x 3.5”h
- Large Amethyst - 9.25”w x 4.5”h
Easily cleaned by hand with mild detergent (not dishwasher safe). Please do not use in the microwave, oven, or freezer as glass does not like extreme temperature changes.
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