Ah, spring. With the warmth and renewal of the season, beverages are looking for a new wardrobe, too. Revitalize your glass cupboard by including a touch of color and sparkle. No matter what you’re drinking, dress it up with these five cups and glasses. Add something fun that’s functional and refresh your refreshments.
1 | Confetti Charisma.
Celebrate every day with these colorful glasses. Transform your table into a party through the magic of Harry Stuart’s hot glass blowing artistry. A medley of colored glass pieces coalesces onto clear glass to produce one-of-a-kind originals. Sip your favorite beverage, and look for pictures and patterns in these beautiful abstract pieces. Confetti Glasses, $28, GoggleWorks STORE, 201 Washington St., Reading, 610.374.4600. goggleworks.org
2 | Make Mine Copper.
Channel some retro cool with this classic cocktail. Vodka, ginger beer and lime combine to create a Moscow Mule. Copper mugs are the signature glass. Shiny and chic, they stand out from the crowd. In addition to looking great, copper keeps your drink chilled while enhancing its taste and fizz. OGGI Moscow Mule Mugs (set of 2), $19.99, Reading China and Glass (VF Outlet), 739 Reading Avenue, West Reading, 610.378.0413. kitchenandcompany.com
3 | Brainteaser Tumbler.
Each of these hand-sculpted glasses features a word to decode. Solve the puzzle by saying the word fragment and the name of the large letter. On the back, see how many words you can discover in the repeated word “earth.” For the final challenge, search for the hidden mystery phrase. How fun! Reading Glasses, $44.25, It’s a Gift!, 720 Penn Avenue, West Reading, 610.373.0960. itsagift.org
4 | Whimsical Ingenuity.
Cute and colorful, this cup is designed for kids nine months and up. Inside the adorable animal shape you’ll find a straw with star power, weighted so you can drink at any angle, and valve-free to make it easy to drink. A cleaning brush is included to keep the straw sparkling every time. Lollacup, $15.99, Bed, Bath & Beyond, 2771 Papermill Rd., Reading, 610.736.0433. bedbathandbeyond.com, buybuybaby.com
5 | Effervescent Elegance.
Enjoy some bubbly anytime. No need to wait for a fancy occasion. These champagne glasses feel good in your hand, enhance your table, and are easy to store in your cabinet. The stemless design provides a casual cool look, while the gold leaf accents exude a festive twinkle. Zodax Stemless Champagne Flutes, $14 each, Saylor House, 1295 Penn Avenue, Wyomissing, 610.816.7161. saylorhouse.com
