2026 Nominees
Explore the world-class products nominated for this year's tournament.
Nominee
Friendship Ball / Witch Ball — Appalachian Glass
Appalachian Glass
Made in Weston, WV
About the Product
Meet Friendship Ball / Witch Ball, made by Appalachian Glass in Weston, WV. This product is a nominee for the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in West Virginia.
About Friendship Ball / Witch Ball
They friendship balls and the witch balls have a long history behind them. The friendship balls would be passed from friend to friend while trying to complete a circle of friends. The witch ball was designed with a web in the ball to help keep evil spirits out of your home and was often place on milk containers to help keep the milk from spoiling. to find out more I would suggest contacting Chip at 304-269-1030 to get the full history on each piece.