"The sacred fire of liberty is now entrusted to the people." — Benjamin Franklin
 
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States, Houston Llew proudly introduces 1776 - a new Limited Edition Spiritile celebrating liberty, craftsmanship, and the enduring spirit of American making.
 
Wrapped around the edges of this commemorative release is the story:"The sacred fire of liberty is now entrusted to the people."— Benjamin FranklinWhat makes 1776 especially meaningful to us is that it marks a FIRST in Houston Llew history.
 
For the first time in Houston Llew history, the glass at the heart of this Spiritile began in our own studio - melted, formed, and brought to life by hand.Fire has always been central to the Spiritile process. Glass and enamel transformed through heat into something luminous and lasting.
 
With 1776, that story begins even earlier - making this piece a true reflection of American craftsmanship from beginning to end.Handmade in Charleston, South Carolina, 1776 honors not only our nation's 250-year legacy, but the spirit of creativity, independence, and craftsmanship that continues to inspire us every day.
 
1776 is a Limited Edition Spiritile and will be available to order through Labor Day 2026.Handcrafted beautiful molten glass fired on copper and wrapped around wood, the true gift of Spiritiles lie not only in the detailed and shimmering glass images, but also in the stories written on the sides.
 
There is always a Spiritile that resonates and there is always someone who comes to mind when you pick one up and read it. Everyone loves a good story…
 
Each tile measures 5 ¼” x 8 ½” x 1 ¾”, 3lbs, and can be displayed standing, laying or hanging.