I just purchased some pearl glaze, the liquid kind, and was wondering if you could put it in a bowl with the fondant balls and swirl them around, or does it have to be brushed on?

Can't answer your question, but, is that the stuff that makes the fondant shiny? If so, where did you get it from?
Thanks

Yes, it makes them shiny. I got it at f a n c y f l o u r s . c o m

Hope this helps! PS( I looked and global doesn't have it)