This is How to make a pumpkin out of a balloon.
I like that this is a family-friendly kind of project too!
How to make a Balloon Pumpkin
This is a simple project for making a pumpkin out of a balloon.
I like how fun this project is to make!
Did you try my Easy Pumpkin Tray Project?
That project is another pumpkin inspired idea that could be suitable for kids and family to do.
This project is for a pumpkin that can also be used as paper weight or as a simple decoration.
This project calls for polyester fiber fill which is simple craft stuffing that is used in projects such as pillows. You can find fiber fill here.
This balloon pumpkin project is for anyone asking how to make a pumpkin out of a balloon.
The good news is that you do not have to blow the balloon up to make this project.
Also, this is a simple project to make.
This is a relatively inexpensive craft idea to make.
It is also a fun project to make as well.
I will offer you some ideas on how to personalize this project in a moment.
Here are some tips for making pumpkins made from balloons.
This project calls for using green felt to make the leaves on the pumpkin. Feel free to use any 'fake' leaves that you may have that can also be easily attached.
More tips for you.
- When selecting your orange balloons to use, choose balloons that are round in shape. This will help make a better looking pumpkin for you.
- Use a thicker orange balloon as well since we will be stuffing it. Look in the party department of your local store (such as a dollar store) for a thicker and rounder balloon to use.
- We use scissors to stuff our balloon. However, it is safer for young ones, such as kids, to use some thing a bit safer such as a straw to stuff their balloons.
How to personalize your Halloween pumpkin balloons.
While making an orange balloon to make a more traditional jack o lantern, there are some other ways to make this project interesting. Here are some ideas.
- Use a green balloon to make a monster instead.
- Or, you can use a while balloon to make a ghost.
- Use colorful markers to decorate the face of your pumpkin.
- Make your pumpkin sideways to make is wider than taller.
- You can use ribbon instead of twine to tie your pumpkin.
- Draw hair, glasses, or a cute bow on your pumpkin balloon.
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Easy DIY Balloon Pumpkin
This is a simple project that can be done as a family.
You are welcome to do it alone as well.
There are some fun ways to display your stuffed pumpkin balloon.
These pumpkins make good paperweights, centerpieces, or helium balloon wieghts.
Or, you can make this DIY idea into a party or group project for a meeting.
Materials needed to make a balloon pumpkin craft.
- Orange Balloon (use a thick and round balloon).
- Polyester Fiber Fill.
- Jute Twine.
- Pencil.
- Green Felt.
- Black Marker.
How to make a Balloon Pumpkin.
Step 1. Use a safe object (such as a popsicle stick) to help you guide the polyester fiber fill into your balloon. You will need about a half cup of packed fiberfill to make a pumpkin such as the one in the image. Guide the fill to form a round pumpkin-like shape.
Step 2. Use a four to five inch piece of twin to tie the end of the balloon shut, wrapping the twine around the end several times. The cut off the excess twine and balloon.
Step 3. Cut off a foot long piece of jute twine and wrap it around the balloon lengthwise (as seen on the sides of this pumpkin). Do not cut the excess twine off yet.
Step 4. Make leaf drawings on the felt in the shape of leaves. Leave a stem on the leaves that you can use to tie the leaves on to the pumpkin with. Tip: try tracing real or artificial leaves for this. To attach the leaves, simply tie them to the pumpkin using the excess twine that you have from wrapping up the sided of the pumpkin.
Step 5. Simply decorate your pumpkin to finish it up as desired. Make a nose, eyes, mouth, ears, etc. using your marker.
How to make a Balloon Pumpkin, a simple do it yourself craft project for making a pumpkin out of a balloon for Halloween.
How to make a Balloon Pumpkin
Instructions
- Use a safe object (such as a popsicle stick) to help you guide the polyester fiber fill into your balloon. You will need about a half cup of packed fiberfill to make a pumpkin such as the one in the image. Guide the fill to form a round pumpkin-like shape. Use a four to five inch piece of twin to tie the end of the balloon shut, wrapping the twine around the end several times. The cut off the excess twine and balloon.
- Cut off a foot long piece of jute twine and wrap it around the balloon lengthwise (as seen on the sides of this pumpkin). Do not cut the excess twine off yet. Make leaf drawings on the felt in the shape of leaves. Leave a stem on the leaves that you can use to tie the leaves on to the pumpkin with. To attach the leaves, simply tie them to the pumpkin using the excess twine that you have from wrapping up the sided of the pumpkin.
- Simply decorate your pumpkin to finish it up as desired. Make a nose, eyes, mouth, ears, etc. using your marker.
