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.
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January Friendship Kugel 2 1/2 Inch
$20.00January: Happy New Year! With a combination of white and turquoise, we felt this ball perfectly represented a crisp, clear January day with the snow swirling about as it kisses the cheeks of all who go out to enjoy the day. White represents purity and...$20.00 -
October Friendship Kugel 2 1/2 Inch
$20.00October: 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...$20.00 -
Twisted Spike Super Red
$22.00Twisted Spike Ornament is an elongated 3" diameter kugel that has been hand pulled and twisted to provide the unique spiral glass effect. Along with striking color combinations the glass has been iridized to provide a reflective characteristic. Because...$22.00 -
Red, White, and Blue
$23.00Red, White, and Blue Kugel Ornament. Size is 4" diameter. Four inch kugels are by far our most popular size. That size is four inches in diameter or around the size of a base ball. Collector's prefer this size because while they aren't overly large like...$23.00 -
Mini Orb Pine Tree Green Iridized
$20.00Orb shape hand blown kugel in transparent Pine Tree Green color. Iridized finish. Size is 3" Diameter x 2" Tall.$20.00 -
Mini Orb Sari Blue Iridized
$20.00Orb shape hand blown kugel in transparent Sari Blue color. Iridized finish. Size is 3" Diameter x 2" Tall.$20.00 -
Red & Gold 3 Inch Kugel
$23.00This is a dark red and gold kugel that matches a soft summer sunset. The size is 3 inches in diameter.Kugels" are the traditional choice for decorations in central Europe. Each "Kugel" is hand blown glass, and completely unique. "Kugels" are displayed...$23.00 -
Lavender / Steel Blue 3 Inch Kugel
$23.00This kugel is opaque Lavender with transparent Steel Blue in a 3 inch 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,...$23.00 -
Twisted Spike Black and White
$22.00Twisted Spike Black and White and some shades in between. Hand blown glass with German glass color. Iridized for reflectivity.Twisted Spike Ornament is an elongated 3" diameter kugel that has been hand pulled and twisted to provide the unique spiral...$22.00 -
Cobalt Blue Web Design Iridized Finish
$20.00Glass color is spread across the surface of the kugel ornament in a web like pattern creating this unique effect. Iridized for reflectivity.Kugel is the German word for ball which is frequently used when asking for or describing an ornament. For our...$20.00 -
Mini Orb Lemon Yellow Iridized Finish
$20.00Orb shape hand blown kugel in transparent lemon yellow color. Iridized finish. Size is 3" Diameter x 2" Tall.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,...$20.00 -
Mini Orb Turquoise Iridized Finish
$20.00Orb shape hand blown kugel in transparent turquoise color. Iridized finish. Size is 3" Diameter x 2" Tall. 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,...$20.00