Birthstone Wishing Balls
Created by Jill Henrietta Davis
Capture a single wish, accomplishment, or meditation every week throughout the year inside this work of art.
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About the Maker
created by
Jill Henrietta Davis
location
Rhode Island
“When you relinquish the tools you take for granted ... you have to stretch and find new tools to suit the new situation. Sometimes it's scary, sometimes it's awkward, often it's funny, nearly always it's a great investment.”
While studying fashion at New York's Parsons School of Design, Jill Davis became curious about other art forms, and the first time she saw molten glass, her search was over. "Glass is the most challenging and rewarding material," she explains. "You can't bully it - you are perpetually persuading the glass into shape. Even master glassblowers cannot always get the glass to do what they want. It's this feisty streak that keeps me enchanted." Jill's solar-powered studio is based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
Made from
paper, handblown glass
Measurements
Wishing ball: 4" H x 3.5" diameter; Paper slips: 1" L x 3" W
Notes
Includes 52 slips of paper.
Item ID
26446
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People love the Wishing Ball for its beautiful design and thoughtful concept, making it a unique keepsake suitable for any age.
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- 5 stars out of 5
My friend was so thrilled to receive this gift. Putting the wishes in …
- 5 stars out of 5
To follow up on what I wrote earlier, I also want everyone to know how…
- 5 stars out of 5
I bought this as a gift from my dad to my mom for Christmas. Ironicall…
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- 5 stars out of 5
- WImom1108
- verified reviewer
- Milwaukee
Perfect gift for grieving
My friend was so thrilled to receive this gift. Putting the wishes in brought her comfort and connection with the person she lost. Will purchase again.
- 5 stars out of 5
- MKM104
- verified reviewer
- St. Louis Mo
Gorgeous orb, part 2
To follow up on what I wrote earlier, I also want everyone to know how well packaged the wishing ball was. It was wrapped so well and there was absolutely no way it could jostled around and be broken. (We have all had those breakables shipped loose in a box before—😳🤪) Grateful to Uncommon Goods and excited to see her reaction! #sweepstakes
- 5 stars out of 5
- MKM104
- verified reviewer
- St. Louis, MO
Gorgeous Orb
I bought this as a gift from my dad to my mom for Christmas. Ironically, she had just mentioned a few days earlier that she had seen something about writing what you are grateful for every day. When I saw this ball, I knew it would be a perfect place for her to do just that. My dad was diagnosed with Lewy Body dementia a few years ago. While we are so grateful that we still have him with us, it has been a slow decline that has caused my mom especially some sadness. I think she will be thrilled to open this beautiful ball that she can intentionally fill with things she is grateful for. I can't speak to what she thinks of it, but I did open the package and was thrilled with the quality and heft. It's not too heavy, but it is definitely not thin and fragile. The red color is bright, and I believe she will love it!
- 5 stars out of 5
- Laura
- verified reviewer
- Manchester NH
Beautiful!
I received this a few years back and love it. I love it so much I bought one for a very good friend in November for her 60th birthday. The November colors are her favorite. It is quite the conversational piece.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Caring Cathy
- verified reviewer
- Uxbridge, MA
Unique gifts to love made easy
Great gift idea and the person I purchased this for LOVED it!!! They said "you always find the best gifts" when they opened it. Thank you for making gifting easy!
- 5 stars out of 5
- Eldest daughter who loves gifting
- verified reviewer
- Atlanta, GA
Perfect birthday gift!
This was a perfect birthday gift for my mom's 69th birthday. It's small, so won't take up a lot of space, but also very beautiful and makes a statement in its own way. I also love that you can't get the wishes out – that makes it really feel like letting go, just like when you throw a penny into a fountain.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Fluff
- Manchester NH
Stunning
Someone had gifted me one of these wishing balls about 7-8 years ago and I loved it then and still do. I'm so happy I found your website. I bought one for friend to give to her at her 60th surprise party. I'm so excited. Also, I received in two days!? This is a great gift!!
- 5 stars out of 5
- Julie
- verified reviewer
- Las Vegas, NV
Extraordinary product
As usual, Uncommon Goods has produced a wonderful, beautiful product. I love buying gifts from Uncommon Goods. They never disappoint. I have already bought several gifts for Christmas.
- 5 stars out of 5
- AlaMary
- verified reviewer
- Birmingham, AL
Lovely glasswork
Our October birthday girls (now 65) loved their early present. Both commented on how pretty the glass globe is and were looking forward to seeing it filled with the daily or weekly wishes. Thank you for including the paper message paper to fill it with. Very nice workmanship and will look good anywhere they decide to display it.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Eva
- Undisclosed
Beautiful, thoughtful gift!
This wishing ball is beautifully crafted; feels hefty and high quality. I love the concept. Bought for a friend for her October birthday. I think she is going to love it. Very thoughtful idea, good for staying connected to our heart, desires, and dreams. So glad I found this!
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- Kate
- CA
The April Birthday ball is multi-color (blue, pink, yellow, etc.). Which birthstone is it meant to represent? Thank you!
Verified reply from Allison
The April birthstone is diamond. The maker displayed multiple colors instead of just white!
- Scott
- Texas
Hello, Can you tell me what the birthstone the December Wishing Ball is supposed to represent? I thought December was turquoise.
Verified reply from Leslie
Hello! The color is meant to represent turquoise. Due to the handmade nature of this item, color may vary slightly from what is shown.
- Amerks
- Rochester NY
I did not see an answer to the question: are the boxes marked with a birthday month or are they generic so any color can be given without regard to birthday month?
Verified reply from Allison
There's no spoiler here! The item box is plain. The interior has a removable artist's card with the birthday month information.
- Kay
- New Albany, In.
I have ordered this product before and loved it as did the recipient. What I'd like to know is the February wishing ball is purple in color? If so, can you make them different shades if ordering more than one? Thank You
Verified reply from Merve
The February wishing ball is a mix of purple and pink. You may also find the images of the balls here: https://www.uncommongoods.com/pdf/26446_alt.pdf. Because this is a pre-made item it cannot be customized.
- Mindy
- KS
Does the paper come with the ball?
Verified reply from Melody
Yes! It includes 52 slips of paper.
- LP
- NC
Is it possible to have these made with a larger opening so that you can remove the notes? I wanted to use this for bridal or baby shower wishes? Guests would write notes on the papers and the couple/parents would have a keepsake to read later.
Verified reply from Valerie
This wishing ball is designed to safely stow the wishes forever. If you do decide you'd like to remove them, you'd need to break the glass. A better option may be the Wishing Wall, seen here: https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/wishing-wall
- OptiMystic
- NY
Super cool concept! Wondering roughly how many wishes fit in ball?
Verified reply from Valerie
This ball is designed for 52 wishes, one for each week of the year. You may be able to squeeze in a few more.
- Sue
- Pittsburgh, PA
Is it possible to have the instructions not be for a birthday but for Christmas and still give the colored birthstone balls but the information that is on the Wishing Ball?
Verified reply from Jen
While we can't edit the instructions, if you were feeling creative, you could create your own instructions to add to the wishing ball!
- Melnn
- Belfast
I'm buying this as a gift and would like to write a wish on a piece of paper the same size as those included. Can you please tell me the dimensions?
Verified reply from Paul
Thank you for your detailed questions. The included strips of paper are 1" W x 3" L, although they do have printing on the back, that state 'Thanks' and 'Wishes'.
