Kugels / Friendship Balls
Kugel is the German word for ball which is frequently used when asking for or describing an ornament. For our purposes, a kugel is an art glass, mouth blown ball used for decoration. All our Kugels are made with a glass loop at the top for hanging with a wire or ribbon.
Not all Kugels are round. Many Kugels are orb, bell, or diamond shaped. Most Kugels are made with colored glass, however some are hand decorated with special glass paints that are permanently baked on. Our Kugels range in size from 2 inches through 12 inches. Kugels are also know as Friendship Balls or Gazing Balls.
Click here to learn more about the history, lore and charm of Kugels & Friendship Balls.
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Crested Kugel Rose / White Iridized
$27.00The "Crested Kugel" design has a repeating plume pattern around the diameter. The base color is a strong white, after iridizing becomes more a pearl color. Each plume of color is hand overlaid and pulled to create the effect.$27.00 -
Crested Kugel Multi-Color Iridized
$27.00The "Crested Kugel" design has a repeating plume pattern around the diameter. The base color is a strong white, after iridizing becomes more a pearl color. Each plume of color is hand overlaid and pulled to create the effect.$27.00 -
Gold Topaz Optic 4 Inch
$24.00Gold Topaz is bright transparent glass with an optic and aurora effect. Size is 4" Diameter.Kugels" are the traditional choice for decorations in central Europe. Each "Kugel" is hand blown glass, and completely unique. "Kugels" are displayed from...$24.00 -
Iris Blue / Old Gold Kugel
$23.00Strong colors of Iris blue conbimed with Old Gold. 3" Diameter. Kugels" are the traditional choice for decorations in central Europe. Each "Kugel" is hand blown glass, and completely unique. "Kugels" are displayed from interior arches, ceiling fixtures,...$23.00 -
December Friendship Kugel 4 Inch
$27.00December: With the Holiday season is full swing and with Santa working overtime, we are all contented staying indoors and enjoying the warmth while winter is in full force outside. This month’s ball reminds us of a cold, December night, while the...$27.00 -
Cobalt Blue / Aqua Green Twist Iridized
$27.00Bright transparent colors of Cobalt Blue and Aqua Green are swirled into the clear glass to make the design. Iridized for reflectivity. These beautiful hand blown glass window ornaments are traditionally known as symbols of friendship. They sparkle in...$27.00 -
Dark Garnet Red Crackle
$26.00Garnet Red crackle kugel, 4" diameter. Extra heavy loop. Perfect for outside applications and metal arts.$26.00 -
September Friendship Kugel 4 Inch
$27.00September: As the summer begins to fade, autumn begins to show. The leaves begin to change and the nights become crisp. This ball is a perfect representation of the golden hues that begin to show more and more as we progress through the month. Gold is a...$27.00 -
October Friendship Kugel 4 Inch
$27.00October: Although October is best known for Halloween and the classic colors of black and orange, we chose a different pairing of colors. To honor he official breast cancer awareness month, we chose a pink and white pallet. With pink meaning love and...$27.00 -
November Friendship Kugel 4 Inch
$27.00November: As the holiday seasons begin, we all start to prepare for wonderful and warm nights with friends and family, all nestled inside our cozy homes. The goldenrod color of this ball perfectly depicts the warm glow coming from the windows of...$27.00 -
March Friendship Kugel 4 Inch
$27.00March: Watch your feet! Leprechauns are running amuck and causing mischief this month! Since March is used for celebrating St. Patrick from Ireland, this mix of transparent and opaque green is perfect. Just in case the leprechauns don’t lead you to...$27.00 -
May Friendship Kugel 4 Inch
$27.00May: In May, the trees have usually awoken from their winter slumber and have opened their leaves to provided shade and comfort. The hues of emerald in our May ball not only convey the dominating color of the landscape, but emerald is also the May...$27.00