Free form hot sculpted glass

2 x 2 x 1 in [or larger]
5 x 5 x 2.5 cm [or larger]

The Fortune Cookies Series is reintroducing a beloved American ritual as a symbol of resilience. Each one is hand crafted by Momoko Schafer in San Francisco, California. She is currently experimenting with printing ribbon fortunes and positive affirmations.

The mysterious but fascinating Crystal Fortune Cookies are fantastic gifts for any occasion. Its a treat that reminds us the beautify that comes from merging different cultures and creating new traditions.

Each piece is accompanied with an informational card origin of this multicultural tradition:

The Lesser Known History of the Fortune Cookie:

In the US these treats are known as a Chinese takeout dessert. Its origins aren’t completely clear but it most likely comes from Japanese crackers, osenbei, and the fortune telling traditions of omikuji.

The first fortune-telling tea cracker is believed to have been served at San Francisco’s Japanese Tea Garden. During WWII all things Japanese became taboo but this fortune cracker was adopted and continued to be served by Chinese Americans, hence its current association.

The evolution into its final form as the vanilla flavored wafer treat with a hidden note is uniquely American. I find the cultural fusion and the resilience of the Fortune Cookie to be fascinating and worth capturing in a crystalline form.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! Round 2

This current batch of Fortune Cookies is limited. Prices have gone up to take into account the new tools and production costs. There will be another bump in price as I refine the fortunes and eventually change the gift packaging. 

LESS THAN 30 COOKIES LEFT

Informational cards included.
Contact for gift wrapping and notes.

Dimensions and details may vary due to the nature of creative expression.