1/4" Wood Ball

1/4" Maple Wood Ball — Miniature Unfinished Sphere for Fine Detailing and Educational Crafts

The 1/4-inch maple wood ball is a tiny, perfectly round component precisely crafted from quality maple hardwood. Featuring a smooth, sanded, unfinished surface, this miniature sphere is ideal for precision detailing on fine craft builds, educational manipulatives, and decorative woodworking projects. Lightweight and easy to handle, these micro balls seamlessly integrate into miniature models or intricate assembly projects that demand both accuracy and natural material beauty.

Key Features

• True 1/4" (0.25" / 6.35 mm) diameter for micro-scale assembly, dollhouse accessories, or fine embellishments
• Premium maple hardwood delivers smooth finish and light color suitable for painting, staining, or gluing
• Unfinished and sanded for immediate customization—paint, dye, or leave natural as your project requires
• Bulk pack options (100 or 500 pieces) streamline large-batch production or educational activity setup
• Extremely lightweight at 0.02 lbs per 100 balls (approx. 0.003 oz / 0.09 g each)

Specifications

• Diameter: 1/4" (0.25") / 6.35 mm
• Material: Maple hardwood
• Finish: Unfinished, smooth sanded
• Weight: 0.02 lbs (0.32 oz / 9.07 g) per 100 pieces (~0.003 oz / 0.09 g each)
• Shape: True sphere
• Available Pack Sizes: 100, 500
• Tolerance: Manufactured for consistent sizing and roundness

Suggested Uses

These miniature maple balls are a favorite in crafts requiring micro-details, such as making dollhouse heads, tiny animal noses, or gnome features. Woodworkers use them to create decorative hobnail textures or small embellishments on jewelry boxes and keepsake trays. In the classroom, they’re a clever choice for sorting, counting, and developing fine-motor skills in early education settings. For sensory play, incorporate into Montessori-inspired tactile games, or use as marbles for custom runs and interactive STEM kits. For a unique project, thread several on fine wire to design delicate garlands or mini mobiles—ideal for seasonal displays or whimsical party décor.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Are these balls completely round and smooth?
  Yes, each ball is lathe-turned and sanded to provide a true sphere with a uniform, polished surface.
• Is the maple sanded and ready for immediate painting?
  Absolutely. The smooth, unfinished maple surface works well with acrylics, markers, or wood dyes.
• Can these balls be safely used in children’s sensory or counting games?
  They are sized for adult handling and supervised use in educational activities. For small children, always supervise and avoid unsupervised play to reduce choking hazard risks.
• Are there holes or pre-drilled guides in these balls?
  No, these balls are solid maple with no holes, offering full flexibility in your designs. Drilling can be done using fine hobby tools.
• Can the maple be stained or sealed after decorating?
  Yes, the unfinished surface accepts staining, sealing, or wax finishing for custom results or added durability.
• Is bulk pricing available for large educational or kit manufacturing orders?
  Available pack sizes are 100 and 500; contact us directly for custom bulk quantities or special packaging needs.

Count on these 1/4" maple mini wood balls as the reliable foundation for detailed crafts, learning tools, and imaginative play. Their tiny, smooth design unlocks big potential in even the smallest projects.