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Paper Mache Hot Air Balloons Craft Ideas
This article gives you various art and craft ideas to make paper mache hot air balloons. With very simple and easy methods and easy-to-get materials. They are also child friendly. There are many ways of making paper mache hot air balloons. They can be made by any child or adult depending on the type of materials used and difficulty levels.
Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Craft Ideas
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Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Using Newspaper and Cooking Floor
Image Source/Tutorial: Guidecentral English
Using only some newspapers and a balloon you can create this attractive paper mache hot air balloon. This can be made by children in age group 6-10 under elders’ supervision. Do not swallow the paint. For step-by-step instructions visit the link given above. This art makes you learn about painting skills and perfection.
Difficulty- Easy
Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Using Craft Papers and Paint
Image Source/Tutorial: Hobbycraft
This fun-looking hot air balloon craft is very easy to make and cost-effective. Just layer up the papers and attach the basket and your balloon is ready after the wait. Children love making crafts and this is the best way of making them learn about the basic steps of art and craft. Click on the link above to learn how to make this balloon.
Difficulty- Easy
Hot Air Balloon Using a Plastic Cup (Best Out of Waste)
Image Source/Tutorial: Thriftyfun
Hot air balloons are everyone’s dream to ride on why not make your little toys ride one? Make this hot air balloon using some paint and paper and a waste plastic Cup. Just follow the steps in the link above and you are good to go. Also, don’t forget to attach a little paper cutout of your favourite cartoon. You’ll learn how to save waste and create the best out of it. Enjoy your Art!
Difficulty- Little Hard
Colourful Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Using Tissue Paper, Plastic Cup and Wooden Sticks
Image Source/Tutorial: Little Hearts Big Love
This hot air balloon is as colourful as it’s cheaper to make. Just take up colourful tissues and do not throw away your yoghurt cups as you’ll need them here. Also, take care while attaching those wooden sticks and always supervise your children while making them. Nothing is impossible if you do it. Visit the link to know more about the steps.
Difficulty – Little Hard
Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Using Floor, Sugar and Scented Oil With Dixie Cups
Image Source/Tutorial: The Museum School
Out of many other ways, this way will surely blow your mind about making hot air balloons. You can really learn how to integrate different cooking ingredients into a form of craft. The materials are harmless but do the process under the guidance of an elder. This activity can be done on the occasion of some cooking and craft competitions. Follow the link to know more.
Difficulty- Hard
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Cute Cheetah Faced Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon
Image Source/Tutorial: Handmade Charlotte
Unlike other hot air balloon crafts, this balloon is very different as it allows you to choose from a variety of animal faces that you can portray on your balloon. You don’t even have to attach a basket. It makes you learn about different animals and how they look. You can make this anytime with easy to make process.
Difficulty- Easy
Creative Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon in Vintage Style
Image Source/Tutorial: Katescreativespace
This is the most creative paper mache balloon that resembles the scenery at the Montgolfières festival where they fly lots of hot air balloons. This can be made as huge as described in the article in the link or can be made small. It might take time to make this but it is worth the try. Follow the steps very carefully. Age group: 14+ strictly.
Difficulty- Very Hard
Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Using Papers and Strings
Image Source/Tutorial:The Main Street Mouse
This hot air balloon craft is easy to make and cheaper too. All you need is some paper, glue, paint and paper cups. You’ll learn how to create little heart-shaped stamps and how to paint effectively. Children in the age group 5-10 can make this. Follow the link to know more about the instructions.
Difficulty- Little Hard
Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Using Paper Strings and Paper Baskets
Image Source/Tutorial: Crafty Kids Corner
Create this paper mache hot air balloon using paper strings and floor paste. Assist your child because it is going to be messy. It is pretty easy to make and fun to colour. You require very few materials that are easy to get. Follow the steps carefully to get the best results.
Difficulty- Hard
Princess Themed Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon
Image Source/Tutorial: Kimberly Farmer Mommyhood
Well unlike other balloon crafts this one makes you get all princess vibes for your little girl. All you have to do is decorate it using some beads and pearls and make it as creative as possible. This one can be made on days like birthdays or Princess themed parties. Age group: 7- 12
Difficulty- Easy
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Hello Kitty Amazing Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Craft
Image Source/Tutorial: Cut Out And Keep
Hello Kitty is one of my favourite characters of all. Paper mache this ballon and colouring it in pink along with attaching little yoghurt cups or any cups and decorating them is quite fun. Do not forget to add a little kitty inside the basket. Also, decorate it by painting kitty on top of balloons and use them for party decorations or just hang them in your girl’s bedroom.
Difficulty- Easy
Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon With Glue
Image Source/Tutorial: Blissful Domestication
Just a regular Hot Air Balloon but instead of using paper mache why not use glue? Also in this method, you get to use colourful tissues instead of newspapers isn’t it great? So just visit the link and create this fun hot air balloon. Hang it in your home. Any child from 7+ age can make this.
Difficulty- Little Hard
Hot Air Balloon Using a CD, Plastic Air Filled Ball and Paper Roll Strings
Image Source/Tutorial: Cards And School Projects
If you don’t have enough time to paint and wait for it to dry then this is it!! You can create this very easy hot air balloon just by using a paper-rolled basket and a CD or DVD and an air-filled plastic ball. Just follow the steps and you are done. With this time-saving trick, you are all set to rock your art and craft competition ahead of time.
Difficulty- Little Hard
Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Using Book Pages
Image Source/Tutorial: Pinterest
If you don’t have tissues or newspapers then just grab your old notebooks or textbooks and tear up pages to stick on your balloon. It will give it a colourful and messy look attractive to one’s eye. Above is the link to the process. Do make it and hang it in your toddlers’ room to make them happy.
Difficulty- Easy
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