How Do You Shop For Blown Glass In Mexico?
Colorful blown glass ranks high on the souvenir list of veteran tourists to Mexico. You can shop for classic pieces in the more exclusive city shops or have your own designs custom-made in factories in Puerto Vallarta and outside Guadalajara. Buy off the shelves in Mexico City. The Bazar Sabado (Saturday Bazaar) at the Plaza San Jacinto is home to boutiques that sell high-quality glasses, dishes and figurines made by Mexican artisans. Prices are often higher than when purchased directly from local merchants. Visit Tonala and Tlaquepaque outside of Guadalajara for a large variety of blown glass items. Check with the tourist center or city office for information on the area’s glass factories. It’s possible to have your own designs made, but as these factories cater to large industry, it may take some savvy negotiating to get your small order put through. Visit the intersection of Insurgentes and Basilio Badillo in Puerto Vallarta, where you’ll find a tiny but reputable factory that has c
