Balloons are usually the life of the party, but they don’t have to stop at decorating.
With just a little imagination, they can be transformed into fun balloon crafts that kids (and honestly, adults too) will love making.
I’ve always thought balloons have this playful quality that instantly adds a colorful touch to any activity, and turning them into a hands-on DIY balloon craft is the perfect way to keep little ones entertained.
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These easy craft ideas show you how to use balloons along with simple supplies like paper, string, and paint to create projects that are just as fun as they are budget-friendly.
Whether you’re looking for rainy day crafts for kids, planning something special for a birthday party, or just want a quick activity to spark creativity, these balloon crafts are a cheerful way to spend time together.
1. Balloon Chicks and Hens for Easter
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Turn balloons into adorable farm animals with paper beaks and cupcake liner wings—perfect for Easter fun!
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2. DIY Emoji Ghost Balloons
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Add some spook and silliness to Halloween with emoji ghost balloons—cute, easy, and kid-friendly.
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3. Tissue Paper Hot Air Balloon Craft
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This rainbow hot air balloon craft uses tissue paper and a balloon base for a colorful decoration kids will love making and displaying.
4. DIY Donut Balloons
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Painted balloons become giant donuts—sprinkles and all! A sweet party decoration that’s totally budget-friendly.
5. DIY Yarn Chandeliers
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Wrap yarn around balloons, pop them when dry, and you’ve got colorful hanging chandeliers—messy but magical fun!
6. Cactus Balloon
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This DIY balloon cactus is a prickly-cute party idea that’s fun, colorful, and easy to make with kids.
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7. Pom Pom Balloons
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Add a playful touch to plain balloons by sticking on colorful pom poms. Easy, quick, and perfect for any party theme!
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8. Paper Balloon Farm Animals – Free Cut Files!
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Bring the farm to life with balloon animals! With just some paper cutouts and balloons, you can create adorable cows, pigs, dogs, and more.
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9. Cupcake Liner Balloon Craft
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Cupcake liners transform balloons into colorful “balloon bouquets”—a simple craft with a big wow factor.
10. CD Balloon Hovercraft
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Teach kids a little science with this balloon craft that zooms across the floor—part toy, part experiment!
11. DIY Elf Balloon Sticks For Preschoolers
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Make playful elf balloons with paper hats and ears—great as party favors or festive holiday fun.
12. DIY Easter Hot Air Balloon Basket
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Create a dreamy hot air balloon centerpiece with a basket, balloon, and paper details—perfect for parties or Easter.
13. DIY Easy Snowman Balloon Garland
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Stack balloons into frosty snowmen with scarves and smiles—an easy winter decoration kids will love helping with.
14. Mini Dinosaur Balloon Sticks
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Rawr! These mini balloon dinosaurs are a roaring hit with kids. Simple paper cutouts transform balloons into T-Rexes, triceratops, and more.
15. Giant Marble Balloon Flowers
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Turn balloons into giant marbled flowers with swirling colors! These oversized blooms make the perfect party backdrop or statement decoration.
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