In the heart of West Seattle, Avalon Glassworks is marking a significant milestone: its 33rd year in business. While the studio was originally opened in 1993, its current owners, Shannon and Jon Felix, have been at the helm for over two decades, having purchased the store in 2003 from Liza Zender who ran it with husband Frank Englesby.
Their journey from high school sweethearts to entrepreneurial glassmakers is a story of science, design, and a shared passion for bringing ideas to life.
A Leap of Faith…