Handblown glass is unique. Individuals put their mine and heart into each piece.
Yes that is very true. One quality that is also ofter overlooked for glassware is the insulation properties of thicker handblown glass. Its great to keep items hot or cold. 
Handblown glass can also have vibrant colors. Many are made in the USA.
This is very true. I am always fascinated that Mexico is one of the biggest producers of recycled handblown glass. The sorting process take time and must be sorted by color however it is great adaptive reuse of material. 
Light Fixtures Bicycle use 100% locally recycled glass and each piece is made in MN.
The concept of reusing glass for glassware close to the source is the ideal situation to reduce the carbon footprint. What types of products do they sell? 
They design and make beautiful pendant lighting.
Pendant lighting a great use for recycled glass. I mostly buy glassware to drink out of. The main reason I like it is because the thickness allows for it to be easily etched like crystal glassware. 
North Drinkware produces hand blown glass drinkware in Oregon. Their Mt. Bachelor Tumbler sells for $48.
Tumblers are a perfect size I find if you are only going to get a few glasses. Perfect for outside if you need to add ice in hot climates.