Glassando is a Jewelry Store in Iowa City, IA. It creates and sells handmade jewelry, including engagement rings, wedding rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, pins, brooches, chains, and specialty pieces such as Murano glass jewelry from Venice, Italy, Baltic amber jewelry, and art glass crafted by American artists. The shop serves customers looking for unique, artisan‑made accessories and offers free local delivery to Iowa City, Coralville, and North Liberty. With a 4.80 rating from shoppers, Glassando emphasizes both in‑store and online purchasing options.
The store’s approach centers on handcrafted quality and a constantly refreshed inventory. Located inside Old Capitol Town Center, the boutique highlights pieces by selected American artists, including dichroic glass creations, and carries a range of themed collections such as nature‑inspired, fantasy, and cultural designs. Visitors are encouraged to explore the ever‑changing stock, which includes unusual items not always available online. Glassando operates Monday through Saturday, with extended hours on Fridays, and ships online orders every business day.
Glassando sits on South Clinton Street, just steps from the UI QuickCare clinic. It is a short walk, about 0.1 mile, from the University Capitol Center shopping mall and East Burlington Street, the main road nearby. The University of Iowa Police station is also roughly 0.1 mile away, and the Weatherdance Fountain lies within a similar distance, providing easy reference points for visitors.
Renowned for its dedication to handmade, art‑glass jewelry, Glassando offers Iowa City residents a distinctive source of high‑quality, creatively designed pieces that blend global influences with local craftsmanship.