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.

    March 2026

    Tuesday 6-8pm- 1 Seat Open (No class March 31st)

    Wednesday 1-3pm- 1 Seat Open

    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.

    Spring 2026 Options:

    Saturdays April 25th-May 16th, 10am-3pm with lunch break

    Wednesday’s 6-8 pm April 1-May 20th

    Fridays 10am-12pm March 20th-May 8th

    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.

Glass Mosaic Workshop

In our 3-hour workshop, participants will make a beautiful mosaic piece that an be used as a vase or illuminated with a candle or other light source. Participants will use small pieces of glass to make an image of their choice that is held in place with mortar, while learning the art of glass mosaics. Finished product is approximately 7.5 inches tall. No experience is necessary. Must be 14 years of age.

Instructor: Charlye Hubbard

The cost is $75 and includes all supplies. Workshop limited to 12.

Don’t miss out, register today in person or call 704-985-5157.

Saturday, March 7th, 2026 rom 1-4pm.

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

Stained Glass Bunnies and Chicks Workshops

Cost for all workshops (all materials included) $65

Must be 14 to participate - No experience necessary

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

To register visit our shop in person or call 704-985-5157.

Participants will foil and solder precut stained glass pieces and make a stained-glass Easter chick or bunny.  Class size 8.

Instructor:   Cora Greene/Patricia Haynes

Saturday, March 22nd, 10am-12pm

Monday, March 30th- 6-8 pm

Glass Fusing Workshops S-Wave Outdoor Scene

 

 

 

In our 2-hour workshop, students will create their own s-wave outdoor scene (meadow, mountains, ocean, etc.) and begin or continue learning the are of glass fusing. No experience is necessary. Must be 14 years of age.

Cost $75 and includes all supplies. Fusing workshops are limited to 10.

Don’t miss out, register today in person, or call (704)985-5157!

Instructor: Jill McNeely

Available Sessions:

Thursday, March 12th, 2026, 6-8 pm

Saturday, March 14th 2026, 10am-12pm

You will have to return to pick up your piece, as it must fire for 8-10 hours and then cool slowly. For your safety, please wear closed-toed shoes and clothing that covers your legs to mid-calf.

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!