One simple question: What can you do with balloons, and there are many possible answers like you can hand them out, hang them up, and if you’re feeling especially enthusiastic, might even spend awhile playing with them.
Balloons options are not limited to playing and decoration only because they also have a variety of other uses, ones that range from crafty to handy to just downright adorable?
In this compilation below, you’ll see 25 creative DIY balloons tricks from around the Internet that will lift your spirit and remind you that creativity needs no boundaries.
#1. Make an Easter string basket.
An adorable take on a traditional Easter basket that’s just begging to be filled up with goodies.
#2. Dip balloons in chocolate.
This is a creative new way to serve your desserts. The best part? No dishes when you’re finished.
#3. Fashion a DIY button bowl.
Using a balloon, buttons, and some clear-drying glue, you can create on of these adorable button bowls in now time.
#4. Recycled balloon vases.
Add visual interest to your plastic bottle vases with a colorful balloon.
#5. Create a cloud from DIY balloons tricks.
This cute DIY is a great decoration for a kid’s birthday party, or even a prom.
#6. DIY Tree Branches Light
Use a balloon to create this interesting light fixture, made from small branches and glue.
#7. Construct a classic balloon arch.
The perfect entryway for any guest of honor.
#8. Having a party? Put out balloon-dipped mason jars.
This is a creative way to keep everyone’s glasses straight, sans permanent market.
#9. Moody pendant lights for ambiance.
These great lights were molded around balloons and then hung from the ceiling for a low-key vibe.
#10. Make an artistic magazine bowl.
Strips of magazine rolled into coils and a balloon are all it takes to construct this interesting bowl.
#11. Paint up a DIY glitter bowl.
We probably wouldn’t eat out of these (too much glitter in teeth), but they would look awesome sitting on your countertop.
#12. Fill balloons with water and freeze some ice candles.
How gorgeous would these look at a winter wedding?
#13. Wind some yarn ball ornaments.
These will make your Christmas tree look especially twee and amazing.
#14. Fill some ninja stress balls.
Get your stress out with one of these cheeky ninja stress balls – just paint their faces onto balloons and squeeze.
#15. Paint on some autumn leaves.
If this works as well as it looks like it does, it is absolutely amazing.
#16. Fashion a mini rainbow balloon arch.
This idea is cute, colorful, and you should probably just have one in your home at all times.
#17. Make an ice bowl.
Keep that fruit salad chilled for the entire duration of the party. Plus, it looks pretty cool on a buffet table.
#18. Freeze ice gems for your yard.
For when your winterized front yard needs a slight upgrade.
#19. Tie up a birthday wreath.
This is an awesome wreath that will let every guest know exactly where the party is at.
#20. Save the date with balloons.
These festive save-the-dates will definitely keep your special day at the forefront of your guest’s mind’s.
#21. Create simple, elegant centerpieces.
String, adhesive, and a balloon are all you need to make these chic centerpieces for your next dinner party.
#22. Float water balloon in a pool.
If you’re lucky enough to have an outdoor pool, you’re doing yourself a disservice by not filling it with balloons for your next party.
#23. Heat up som DIY candle holders.
The heat from a lamp helps these doilies firm up around the balloon to create these fancy candle holders.
#24. Use them in your cooler to keep drinks cold.
Ice cubes are boring – make your cooler more colorful with balloons instead.
#25. Use balloons to make marshmallow shooters.
This will totally be a hit at your next children’s party.
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