LIQUID FILLED CONTAINER AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

摘要

A general object of the present invention is to provide a liquid filled container constructed from a small tube of glass welded inside a larger tube of glass that has been blown or molded to a desired shape or size. The liquid filled bottle comprises an outer tube that has been blown or molded into a decorative shape, an inner tube welded to the outer tube, at least one support post for anchoring the inner tube and the outer tube, a female stone ground fitting that is welded to the opening of the bottle, and a stone ground male bottle stopper. The outer tube and inner tube forming a cavity to house a liquid that is sealed within the cavity. Preferably the liquid fill is an alcohol or glycerin based liquid with a freezing temperature that is lower than water. Additionally, the liquid fill may also glow in the dark or contain decorative agents such as glitter.

主权项

1. A method for manufacturing a container comprising:
shaping an outer tube into a desired shape; forming a small hole at the bottom portion of the outer tube; preparing an inner tube for insertion into the outer tube by closing an end of the inner tube and welding at least one support post to the surface of the outer tube; inserting the inner tube into the outer tube and heating a portion of the outer tube adjacent to the at least one support post so that the outer tube is welded to the support post; forming the base of the container by cutting and closing the bottom section of the outer tube; and forming the top of the container by cutting and working the top end of the inner tube to create a container opening.