A DIY on a Friday!? I know, I’m living on the WILD side over here! But in all honesty, when the holidays roll around I have so much content I want to share with you, I can barely squeeze it all in! So, instead of my typical round-up I’m popping in with a quickie DIY…. for giant ornament balloons!! BAM! Aren’t these so fun!? I made them at the last second on set for our Martha Stewart shoot, and we decided we needed to snap a few pics. I don’t have a photo tutorial this one, but it’s so easy peasy, I’ll get you through it with words! And then you can super size your holiday decor, too!
Supplies Needed
17″ Balloons (You can often find them here!)
Metallic Cardstock
Metallic Pipe Cleaners
Strong Tape and/or Hot Glue
Scallop Scissors (optional)
Step-by-Step Tutorial
- Cut a strip to your desired size for the ornament topper. Mine was about 4″ by 12″.
- I decided to scallop one edge of the strip, but that’s totally optional!
- Tape or hot glue the ends of the strip together, and then glue a pipe cleaner to the top of the cylinder you just made, forming a loop.
- Last but not least, tape or hot glue (use the gun on the low heat setting) your ornament topper to your balloon, covering up the balloon’s tail. Done!
All Photos by Mary Costa Photography
And there we have it! I’ll pop in tomorrow with some links for your weekend, but for now… I hope to see you all crafting some giant ornaments!
Brenda's Wedding Blog says
This is brilliant. I love the balloon ornaments!! Where can I find such large balloons?
Kia | With Lovely, says
Kelly, you are a genius! Such a fantastic and adorable idea!
Kathleen says
I LOVE this so much!! So simple but what an impact!
Mallie says
You. Every single thing– just so great!
Brittni says
This is SO clever! And easy too. You are the balloon queen!! It’s official. 🙂
Stevie says
Per usual, my mind is BLOWN. Love it! xo
kim @ DESIGN + LIFE + KIDS says
Super cute! I love this idea
Tiffanie says
Brilliant idea, Kelly! I have a bunch of pearly pink ones I bought to make some supersized peonies with in the new year, but I think tomorrow I’m going to hang just one of these outside. So awesome! xoxo
Cintya says
OMG these are so cute. Would love to make these.
Brittany says
you are a genius.
Chocolate Shavings says
Now that’s a way to add whimsy to this time of year — beautiful idea!
Stacia says
These are so fun! My family always hangs large ornaments in our tree outside, I wonder if these would hold up well under the weather…
I would love to see a post sharing what DIY project supplies you always have on hand, unless you’ve already done one and I haven’t found it yet. 🙂
Suzy says
I would also like to know how they would fare outside. Please let me know if anyone has any ideas… Have a happy day!!
Eva says
Fabulous! This is my must do craft this Christmas! Can’t wait to see your other ideas!
Heather - Chickabug says
This is a neat idea and I can’t wait to try it! : )
meg says
WOW!!! These are amazing!!
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Nikki @ Tikkido says
So simple, so BRILLIANT! I just adore this project.
Jenna says
These are just incredible!
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Vanessa says
These look so fun! Lovely job 🙂
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Jodi says
I love this! I’m assuming no helium for the balloons? I found balloons at JC Penneys Martha Stewart collections. Can’t wait to make these.
Erin says
Love this idea to spruce up balloons aside from the typical streamers attached.
Julia says
I’ve thought if doing this already, but how long do these last?
Kristina says
So cool!! I definitely want to try these.
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gabriella says
I can’t get over how adorable these are! What a sweet holiday DIY 🙂
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Salomon Chaussures says
I love this! I’m assuming no helium for the balloons?
sheetal kapoor says
We really like to your work and dedication , talent that’s why we want to join you as all .
Tanu Chandigarh says
This is so creative!! What a spin on using balloons. I am a little nervous when I have to work with balloons. Because I am always afraid they’ll pop! But I love this so much.
Alyia Sharma says
Just what I was looking for as inspiration for my kids’ crafty advent activities. I love that some are quick and easy and others are a bit more involved.
Nicole Riseley Ketchum says
Kelly pretty sure Holiball company has totally ripped your idea off 100%!!!
Alice Humphrey says
This is great to teach all people and children how to make these for parties