Originating in England during the 1700's, Witch Balls were hung near a window or door for spiritual protection It was believed evil near the home was enticed by the glass ball and would find itself forever snared inside the intriguing interior strands, leaving the home safe from the spells and curses In modern times, the blown glass balls are still admired, providing artistry to your home, window, or porch alongside old-fashioned folklore Artist-crafted in the USA, the glass witch balls are hand-blown using traditional techniques, melting ingredients to molten temperatures and forming the shape upon the end of a blowpipe Measures approximately 4.75" to 5" wide and 6 inches high (with the integrated loop hanger) Each witch ball is individually made by hand - color, shape, and size will vary slightly. Colors are on the bottom portion of the ball, with clear irridized glass on the upper portion to reveal the inner strands Pink Harlequin is a contemporary mix of pink with white and grey Originating in England during the 1700's, witch balls feature intriguing thin glass strands randomly weaving down the interior. The blown glass balls were hung near a window or door for spiritual protection. It was believed evil near the home was enticed by the glass ball and would find itself forever snared inside the strands, leaving the home safe from the spells and curses of witches. This soon gained popularity with folks in the coastal United States and other European countries, where the balls were used to ward off all types of spirits. In modern times, the blown glass balls are still admired, providing artistry to your home, window, or porch alongside old-fashioned folklore... and, just maybe, a bit of insurance from unknown evils.
Artist-crafted in North Carolina, the glass witch balls are hand-blown using traditional techniques, melting ingredients to molten temperatures and forming the shape upon the end of a blowpipe. Each ball measures approximately 4.5" to 5" wide and 6 inches high (with the integrated loop hanger). Available in 7 colors, each with an slightly iridescent, mother-of-pearl luster. Pink Harlequin is an eye-catching contemporary mix of pink, white and grey
Please note: as each witch ball is individually made by hand, shape and size will vary slightly. Each is a one-of-a-kind creation. Colors are on the bottom portion of the ball, with clear irridized glass on the upper portion to reveal the inner strands.