The very large ones are called gazing balls or garden balls. ... Using such stands keeps your glass balls cleaner and, more important, gets them up just enough to catch the eye. Also, ...

M. Diane McCormick, The Patriot-NewsA self-portrait of M. Diane McCormick in her garden gazing globe.So, there’s this version of why garden-gazing globes were once called “witches’ balls ...

When you look into a gazing globe you get a 180-degree view of the garden, says Marietta Hutchison, co-owner of a dried-flowers shop in Aurora. People are also drawn to the vibrant color.

You can never have too many outdoor garden decorations. If you're looking for something new to add to your yard, making your own gazing ball is a great way to get started.

Did I see a glint of mocking laughter in a friend's eyes when I mentioned the new addition to my garden, a gazing globe? These mirrored glass ornaments were popular until about 50 years ago, when ...