Are these ornaments really shatterproof?

Yes. They are molded from plastic rather than glass, so they bounce or crack instead of shattering into sharp pieces when dropped.

What sizes do the packs come in?

They are sold as a single ball, a 4-pack and a 32-pack. The 32-pack suits a full tree or a large display.

Will they look as good as glass ornaments?

No. The finish is shinier and flatter than glass, and seams can show up close. From a normal viewing distance they read fine.

Are they safe around toddlers and pets?

Yes. The shatterproof plastic is the main reason buyers choose them for homes with small children or animals.

Can I reuse them next year?

Yes. Store them in a padded box and they hold up for multiple seasons, which is a common point owners mention.

Do the balls come with hanging loops?

They have a molded top loop for a hook or string. Check the pack contents, since caps and strings vary by set.

Where is the Vickerman Ball Ornament cheapest?

At Light Bulb Surplus, for $45.42, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Vickerman Ball Ornament?

Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 153 ratings.

Where can I buy the Vickerman Ball Ornament?

9 stores we checked sell it, including Light Bulb Surplus, iLighting.com, Belk, Best Buy, Blanks for Crafters.

Vickerman Ball Ornament

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$45.42at Light Bulb SurplusChecked 4 h ago

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Vickerman Ball Ornament

Best price now

$45.42at Light Bulb SurplusChecked 4 h ago

Compared across 2 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Light Bulb Surplus

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Price facts

Last seen at $45.42 at Light Bulb Surplus on Nov 10.
Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Vickerman Ball Ornament

Vickerman's shatterproof ball ornaments are molded plastic spheres sold in packs of 1, 4 or 32. They are built for households with kids, pets or hard floors, where glass ornaments would break. The finish is a step below glass in shine, and the plastic look is visible up close, but owners rate them well for durability and reuse. Compared with glass sets, they trade luster for safety and cost less to replace.

Best forHomes with young children or petsHigh-traffic trees and floor displaysBuying in bulk to fill a large treeReusable year-after-year decorating

Pros

Shatterproof plastic survives drops and knocks
Sold in single, 4-pack and 32-pack sizes
Lightweight, so branches don't sag
Holds up for reuse across seasons
Simple round shape suits any tree style

Cons

Plastic finish lacks the depth of glass
Seam lines and mold marks show up close
Lighter weight can shift on windy displays
Limited color and finish range in some packs

Vickerman Ball Ornament prices at every store

Light Bulb SurplusNew
In stock
$45.42Checked 4 h ago
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Out of stock
$45.42Checked 4 h ago
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Vickerman Ball Ornament price history

Lowest price we've seen: $37.99 on Nov 11 at Walmart. Tracked across 9 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

4.4 / 5153 ratings

Owners rate these around 4.4 out of 5 and mostly praise their toughness, especially around kids and pets. The common complaint is that the plastic looks less rich than glass and that some balls arrive with scuffs or uneven finish.

What people mention

DurabilityPraisedOwners say the balls survive drops and knocks that would shatter glass.
FinishCriticisedReviewers note the plastic sheen and seam lines look cheaper than glass up close.
WeightPraisedThey are light enough not to weigh down thin branches.
Pack valueMixedBuyers like the bulk packs but report color and finish differences between packs.
ConditionCriticisedA few buyers received balls with scuffs or marks out of the box.

Specifications

Material: Plastic
Shatterproof: Yes
Set: Yes
Quantity: 1 Pack, 4 Pack, 32 Pack

Questions and answers

Are these ornaments really shatterproof?: Yes. They are molded from plastic rather than glass, so they bounce or crack instead of shattering into sharp pieces when dropped.
What sizes do the packs come in?: They are sold as a single ball, a 4-pack and a 32-pack. The 32-pack suits a full tree or a large display.
Will they look as good as glass ornaments?: No. The finish is shinier and flatter than glass, and seams can show up close. From a normal viewing distance they read fine.
Are they safe around toddlers and pets?: Yes. The shatterproof plastic is the main reason buyers choose them for homes with small children or animals.
Can I reuse them next year?: Yes. Store them in a padded box and they hold up for multiple seasons, which is a common point owners mention.
Do the balls come with hanging loops?: They have a molded top loop for a hook or string. Check the pack contents, since caps and strings vary by set.
Where is the Vickerman Ball Ornament cheapest?: At Light Bulb Surplus, for $45.42, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Vickerman Ball Ornament?: Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 153 ratings.
Where can I buy the Vickerman Ball Ornament?: 9 stores we checked sell it, including Light Bulb Surplus, iLighting.com, Belk, Best Buy, Blanks for Crafters.