Master Glassblower
Todd Nelson

A six-foot chandelier made with 500 amber blown-glass spheres is the center focal point in the Craftsmen Showcase. Blown glass balls ranging from 2” to 8” in diameter in delicious caramel, raisin and pumpkin colors are carefully gathered together to form a breathtaking chandelier that is illuminated from within.

Master Glassblower Todd Nelson, glass design artist and specialist in colorful dichroic glass and encased designs, creates progressive and stylish pieces. His graceful and unique artwork sparkles in homes from coast to coast, and around the world.

Watch Nelson and other craftsmen use sand, fire and air to create Silver Dollar City signature items, as well as one-of-a-kind pieces. Listen as they share their techniques and inspiration for this fast-paced art form to Silver Dollar City guests who visit Hazel's Blown Glass Factory.