Let's be honest we all LOVE Pinterest! Day after day, minute after minute it gives us yet another fantastic idea. As soon as I saw this one from Kiind I knew I would have to make it. They even included a free pattern here although it's written in Dutch it's pretty simple. The only change I made was putting the felt circle where the balloon goes in on the outside instead of the inside. Not on purpose just didn't take a lot of notice when I was doing it.
This is a great scrap busting delight and the kids LOVE them. Also when the balloon breaks it's inside the bag which is a little safer than popping on the floor. I am always paranoid that the kids will put them in their mouths and will choke.
DIY Delight or Disaster? Love this, Delight! One pin down 6000 to go.
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One adorable pin down. I love the fabric you used on both. These look like so much fun!
ReplyDeleteThat is a great idea! :) The fabric looks so cute too.
ReplyDeleteAdorable idea! The fabric is such a great idea :)
ReplyDeleteHugs!
This is cute, Mel! I might try this as well ;-) {no idea who for! - just looks like fun}
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ReplyDeleteSuch a fun idea!!!! I love how cute they turned out and I'm pretty sure my kids would love them too. I love that you too a dutch pattern and dominated it. :)
These are great Mel! I am definitely going to make a few of these for gifts. Pinning!!
ReplyDeleteSee? You don't want them to choke on a balloon. That proves you ARE an expert at parenting.
ReplyDelete-andi
I hadn't heard of them until now. Fun and practical (I worry about the little ones choking too).
ReplyDeleteI hadn't seen these before - what a fab idea! Really love the fabric too.
ReplyDeleteHugs, E xx
I wish I had all day to sit around and make stuff from Pinterest!!These are the cutest, Mel. I think your felt ring adds more detail, I like it! Does the fabric weigh the balloons down so that they are more like a beach ball? Either way, what fun for the kiddies!
ReplyDeleteThese are adorable! Love that you did a boy and girl version. Such fun!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! That is such a cool idea!
ReplyDelete(And yes, I love Pinterest. Sometimes Pinterest and I spoon late at night - but don't tell Facebook. He'll be pissed. ;) )
ooh I love this Mel!!!
ReplyDeleteMel these are really cool! I can't believe you followed directions and a pattern in Dutch! You are a multilingual crafter!
ReplyDeleteI never wanted my kids to have balloons for the same reason. It was a definite hang up of mine. These are so cute, and a definite DIY delight!
ReplyDeleteThese are too cute! My little guy would love one of these! Super cute fabrics too :)
ReplyDeleteSoo cute! I don't know how you find the time to do all that you do- you're supermom!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool idea! I'm off to check this pattern out and might have to pin it for myself too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
Hope you have a fabulous week!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
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So much fun! These would be great Christmas presents - I love them!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sarah
ReplyDeleteI think so Im going to make them for my nephews
Mel xo
So cute and makes life safer! Great idea!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tammy, It is safer but I would still be careful with very small children
DeleteMel xo
Cute and a great idea! Thanks for sharing @ Submarine Sunday!
ReplyDeleteNavy Wifey Peters @ USS Crafty
These look so fun and pretty too. Would be great for a party. I've featured this as a Craftastic Pick. Stop by and grab a Featured On button. Thanks for linking to the Craftastic Monday party at Sew Can Do!
ReplyDeleteI thought I would let you know that I made one! (Cut out enough for four.) I didn't add the one inch around the pattern and it turned out pretty small....blah. Should have turned on Google translate...lol. But it sure is a cute idea. Figure I will sew the remaining three and add them to baby gifts. I will make a few more but bigger for my niece and nephew as they LOVE balloons! Thanks for finding this idea and sharing it Mel!
ReplyDeleteMel, these are awesome!! I love them :) Off to pin now...
ReplyDeleteVery cute. TFS
ReplyDeleteKathy
I love them!! So cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea... I love it... Found your blog at Kathe with an E's link party and am now your newest follower!!!
ReplyDeleteSuzie @ Dorothy Sue and Millie B's too!
Our twins loved their balloon balls!! A little tip that I 'discovered' - if you don't add seam allowances to the shapes you get one shaped like a football - Luke loved it!! ;)
ReplyDeleteOh how I wish Pinterest was around when my kids were little. I wouldn't allow them to play with balloons for the fear of them choking on them. I actually had a cousin choke on one and it was a close call, after that I was always afraid of them. Definitely pinning this so other moms can let their kids enjoy balloons and so I remember for my eventual grand-babies!!
ReplyDeleteThese are so much fun!! What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteMel, these are adorable and I love them! What a great idea! :) Pinning! Have a fabulous Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea to use up scrap fabric. Too fun! Thanks for sharing - pinning ~Marion
ReplyDeleteThat is an adorable idea. My 4 year old daughter would love them.
ReplyDeleteHow neat are these?!?! Pinning!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this with us all on the Daily Blog Boost today! <3
These are Great! Thank you for sharing them on Craft Frenzy Friday .
ReplyDeleteThose are beautiful! A great idea for useful, fun gifts.
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun project! thanks for linking over at Take-A-Look Tuesday - I featured you today, woot woot! And also pinned it for you - thanks!
ReplyDeleteMandy, SugarBeeCrafts.com
where is the pattern for the balloon balls? Thanks, I clicked on the picture, it didn't show up.
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