Who We Are

Glass Ingenuity was born out of the desire to share our passion for stained glass and other forms of glass art. We sell stained glass sheets and supplies at retail. Our studio space offers classes and workspace for novice and experienced glass artists in foiled and leaded stained glass, glass mosaics, fusing, slumping and kiln casting. Our gallery features the works of local and regional artist who create glass art in any form. We are a veteran and woman owned business. You will find us located in the Bell Block 1898 building, located on the corner of South Main Street and Fisher Street in Historic Downtown Salisbury, North Carolina, 28144.

Upcoming Classes and Workshops

Call 704-985-5157 or Visit Us to Register

  • Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Stained Glass Classes

    This class is designed for advanced beginners to intermediate students, who have previously completed a beginner’s course, to continue building upon their skills. In this class students will work on a project of their choice with support of an instructor.

    Inciudes the use of our tools. Students provide their own supplies. Available for purchase or bring your own.

    Advanced beginner to intermediate, ages 14 through adult .

    Class size limited to 12.

    July/August 2025 Options

    Single Month Option:

    Option 1:  Wednesday 1-3 July (No Class on July 2nd)- $80

    Option 2:  Tuesdays 6-8pm July (No Class on July 1st)- $80

    Option 3:  Wednesdays 1-3 pm August- $80 (CLASS FULL)

    Option 4:  Tuesday 6-8pm August- $80 (CLASS FULL)

    Two Month Option:

    Option 5:  Tuesdays 6-8pm July and August (No Class July 1st)-$150

    Option 6:  Wednesdays 1-3 pm July and August (No Class July 2nd)-$150

    For your safety, please wear closed-toed shoes and clothing that covers your legs to mid-calf or longer. We provide safety glasses, or you can bring your own if you prefer.

  • Beginners 8-Week Stained Glass Series

    This 8-week two-hour series (or 4-week four hour Saturday’s) is designed to teach those without experience the Tiffany/foiled stained-glass technique from start to finish (glass cutting, foiling, soldering and finishing).  In this class students will make a sun-catcher (all students will make the same suncatcher to learn glass cutting) and will choose one four beginner window panels.  Classes are limited to 8.  Must be 14 years of age.

    The cost is $300 for the 8-week series, due upon registering (includes glass for the suncatcher, foil, solder, framing, and other supplies for both projects).  Participants will have additional cost of approximately $25-$30 for glass for the panel, depending on participant’s glass choices.

    Call us (704-985-5157) or visit us in person to register!

    Class size limited to 8.

    Fall 2025 Class Options

    Option 1:   Wednesdays 6-8pm  August 20th-October 8th (Charlie Bogert, Instructor) (3 Open Seats)

    Option 2:     Saturdays 10am-3pm October 18th- November 8, 2025 (Charlie Bogert, Instructor (2 Open Seats)

    For your safety, please wear closed-toed shoes and clothing that covers your legs to mid-calf or longer. We provide safety glasses, or you can bring your own if you prefer.

  • Cancelation Policy

    Registration for classes/workshops is nonrefundable. You may transfer your class registration to a friend. If you cancel no later than 15 days prior to the start of class, you may transfer your registration to a future class within a 6-month period.

Upcoming Workshops

To register visit us at 135 South Main Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 or call (704)985-5157

Glass Fusing Workshops

Fall 2025 Glass Fusing Workshops

In our 2-hour workshop, students will make a beautiful, fused glass piece and begin learning the art of glass fusing. No experience is necessary.    You won’t want to miss this fun Fall fusing adventure!

 Instructor: Jill McNeely

 The cost is $65 and includes supplies. Workshops are limited to 10.

Fused Glass Pumpkins Sessions:

Option 1: Thursday, September 18th, 6pm-8pm Option 2: Friday, September 19th, 10 am-12 pm

 Fused Glass Turkeys Sessions:

Option 1: Thursday, October 23rd, 6pm-8pm Option 2: Friday, October 24th, 10 am-12 pm

You will have to return to pick it up, as it must be fired in the kiln and then cooled slowly.

For your safety, please wear closed-toed shoes and leg covering below the knee.

Stained Glass Workshops

Fall 2025 Stained Glass Workshops 3D Pumpkins

Participants will learn to foil, and solder precut 3-D pumpkins.

Cost for all workshops (all materials included) $65 - Class size limited to 8

Must be 14 to participate - No experience necessary

 For your safety, please wear closed-toed shoes and clothing that covers legs to mid-calf

Choose One Workshop Option

Option 1:  Saturday, Sept 20th, 10am-12 pm (Class Full)

Option 2:  Monday September 22nd, 6-8 pm (Class Full)

Option 3:  Saturday, October 4th, 10am-12pm (Class Full)

Option 4:  Thursday October 16th, 10am-12pm (4 open seats)

 

Register in person or call (704)985-5157

 

                                                                       

Glass Mosaic Workshops

No glass mosaic classes posted at this time

Our beginner’s class participants are finishing their first projects! It brings us joy to see smiles on their faces when they proudly display their finished work!

Your regional source for Youghiogheny, Wissmach and Oceanside stained glass and system 96 fusing glass, along with other glass art supplies and tools!

Advancing in their skill

Our Classes

We are having an incredible time with our students as they learn and have fun in our classes and workshops!

Fun Fusing Workshops

Fun Fusing Workshops

Jill McNeely will no doubt capture your attention and enthusiasm while teaching you the basics in one of our glass fusing workshops! She is an excellent instructor and we a very grateful to have her on our team!