Types of Fun Balloon Art and How to Make Them
Balloon art is created by twisting long, stick-shaped balloons into a single piece.
Watching someone make it sparks curiosity and excitement in both kids and adults as they wonder, “What are they making?” So this time, we’ve gathered a variety of balloon art ideas.
We’ve included videos as well, so use them as a reference and try making these not only at preschools and kindergartens, but also at home.
You can give the finished pieces to children as gifts, decorate rooms for events and occasions, or even use them during play—so much fun! It does take some practice, but if you make them right in front of the kids, their eyes will surely light up and they’ll be thrilled! Definitely give it a try.
Types of Fun Balloon Art and How to Make Them (1–10)
Monster Ball
Here’s how to make a Poké Ball, the iconic item from Pokémon that’s hugely popular with everyone from kids to adults.
By changing the colors, you can also create different types like the Great Ball and more, expanding the ways you can play.
It’s a balloon art project that Pokémon fans will love to try.
pistol
This pistol-shaped balloon art is recommended for families with little boys.
When kids play together, there’s always the worry that hard toys might poke someone’s eye or cause injuries if they hit too hard.
But since this is made of balloons, you can feel at ease letting them play energetically!
Rose
Try making a glamorous balloon art rose! Prepare two balloons: one for the stem and one for the flower.
Inflate and tie the flower balloon, then twist it about four finger-widths from the end, twist again at the same length further along, fold it, and twist the two together.
Keep twisting to form petals, and wrap the remaining part around to encase the whole piece—this completes the flower.
Make three loops at the tip of the green balloon for the base, then attach the flower on top to finish the rose! Make several and tie them together with a pink balloon to turn them into a bouquet!
How to Make Balloon Art Candy Sticks (Balloon Twisting: Christmas Candy Cane)
Items reminiscent of a candy land! Please make sure little children don’t try to lick them.
Choosing the right colors is important, too.
The key is to go with a pastel-based selection! Let’s make lots and head to a dreamland! You can also tweak the colors to use them during the Christmas season, you know?
heart
A heart balloon art with no twisting at all—perfect for anyone who dislikes the squeaky sound of twisting or for kids who are afraid to twist.
Inflate the balloon, tie it, then tie the knot to the uninflated tail end to make a loop, and you’re almost done! Next, lightly bend the parts where you want indents, hold a few centimeters above the bend with one hand, and repeatedly squeeze the bend with the other hand to set the shape.
You’ll end up with a neat heart.
If you’ve been too worried about popping to try balloon art before, give this a go!
sword
Recreate a cool video game-style sword with balloons! Press the knot inward with your finger to sink it into the center, then twist at a suitable length to form the handle.
Next, twist so the tip becomes nine small bubbles, make them into a loop, and, imagining a sword design, twist and combine each part—your impressive sword is complete! To make it less likely to pop, slightly pull the balloon before twisting to reduce friction.
Don’t be afraid—go for it and give it a try!
hat
How about making a balloon hat and placing it on the birthday kid, the star of the party? Prepare two balloons each in three colors and connect the pairs of the same color.
After bundling all six together, twist the longest balloon to form the round top of the hat.
As you twist small round bubbles and long thin bubbles into each balloon and interlock neighboring ones, you’ll end up with a colorful, pop-style hat! Wearing such an eye-catching hat is sure to make the celebration even more fun.