1-1/4" Wood Ball

1-1/4" Maple Wood Ball — Large Unfinished Sphere for Decor, Ornaments, and Educational Crafts

The 1-1/4 inch maple wood ball is a solid, lathe-turned hardwood sphere offering a smooth, unfinished blank for crafting, woodworking, and learning projects. With a precise 1.25" (31.75 mm) diameter and a weight of 0.026 lbs (11.8 g) per piece, each ball provides enough surface area for painting, gluing, or drilling, making it ideal for both standout decor pieces and hands-on classroom activities. The natural maple grain and sanded finish ensure easy integration into creative projects of any scale.

Key Features

• True 1-1/4" (1.25" / 31.75 mm) diameter with consistent sizing for reliable project results
• Solid maple hardwood construction delivers strength, durability, and natural appeal
• Finely sanded, unfinished surface ready for painting, staining, sealing, or custom embellishing
• Bulk packs available: 5, 50, 100, 500, or 1,000 units to suit personal, group, or business needs
• Lightweight at 0.026 lbs (11.8 g) each for easy handling and multi-part assembly
• Easy to drill, cut, or modify to fit specialized articulation or hardware needs
• Free from knots and major blemishes for a clean, uniform look

Specifications

• Diameter: 1-1/4" (1.25") / 31.75 mm
• Weight: 0.026 lbs (0.42 oz / 11.8 g) per ball
• Material: Maple hardwood, unfinished
• Finish: Lathe-turned and sanded smooth
• Pack Sizes: 5, 50, 100, 500, 1,000
• Tolerance: Manufactured for dimensional consistency
• Color: Natural light maple tone

Suggested Uses

The 1-1/4" maple wood ball excels in hand-painted ornaments, marimba mallets, wind chime strikers, or decorative home accents. Use them in Montessori and classroom games for counting or sorting, or as core components in nature terrariums. Woodworkers choose them for custom doll heads, knobs, or as tactile elements in larger kinetic installations. For a unique creative touch, nestle balls in planters as terrarium covers, or assemble as part of a sculptural mobile using drilled holes and string for a kinetic art display or interactive STEM project.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is the surface prepped for immediate painting and finishing?
  The maple balls are sanded and unfinished, ready to accept paint, stain, or sealer with minimal additional prep.
• Are the balls consistently round and the correct size?
  Each ball is lathe-turned to precise dimensions, delivering reliable shape and sizing for all multi-piece designs.
• Can these be drilled for hanging or mounting hardware?
  Yes, the solid hardwood accommodates drilling for hooks, dowels, or stringing without splitting.
• Are they safe for classroom and educational uses?
  The smooth finish and ample size make them easy to handle for supervised crafts and educational activities.
• Can I order these in larger custom quantities?
  Packs of 5, 50, 100, 500, or 1,000 are standard; contact us directly for bulk supply or custom order requirements.
• Is the natural finish compatible with food-safe coatings?
  The maple can be finished with food-grade sealers if you plan to use in food-adjacent projects.

Trust this 1-1/4" maple wood ball for creative, functional, and educational builds that demand a smooth, high-quality canvas—ready for your next craft or DIY idea.