Retro fused glass fish platter

A few months ago, a woman came into my shop and said she was looking for a “fish platter” to give to her friend for a wedding gift. Apparently, in the 70’s, when she and many of her friends were getting married, they were very popular in her circle. The woman said she had gotten one and given a few and one of her friends always felt a little left out since she hadn’t married and, therefore, hadn’t gotten the platter. That friend was now getting married and she thought it would be really special to give her a retro fish platter of her own.

I was unfamiliar with this item so after some extensive internet searching, we found this image which she said was representative of what she was seeking. She liked the bright colors and the kitschy style of this ceramic version. I told her I’d use it as inspiration to make one out of fused glass.

This is what I created for her. She came back in again after giving it and said her friend was thrilled to have a fish platter of her own. It was such fun to be able to help her give a gift that was meaningful to them both and that she couldn’t find anywhere else.