Monday, October 26, 2009

Twine decorative balls

I saw this post on Young House Love an instantly knew I wanted to try that method out myself. I definitely didn't want to go so big since I saw theirs didn't stay together (if they can't get it to work...Who can?)

So, here's my finished product.

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I love them. I wish I would have made more, but I didn't buy enough glue. Dang.

These were so easy to make, though! I just grabbed a few balloons, some white glue, and some water and went to town.

tips: I'd go with water balloons if you're trying to make these. I used regular sized balloons and they were a little lopsided. I think water balloons would be an easy fix.

Also, let the twine dry for at least two days before popping the balloon inside. If you try before then, you might end up really sad. Mine all collapsed when I tried too early.

10 comments:

  1. These are cute! I remember doing this when I was a kid, except we used string {colored string} and we made Easter eggs. I actually bought one many years later that I saw at a craft fair; I still have it . . . somewhere.

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  2. Oh my glory! I love these!!!! I will be making them soon! Also, I love your blog! So many great ideas! Question~ How do you get the pictures so big? My sisters and I cant seem to figure that one out!
    Hugs,
    Sariah

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  3. Cute project! I may have to give this a try.

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  4. Such a super cool, clever and inexpensive decor item. YOU ROCK!

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  5. I saw these too and thought they would be fun to make! Thanks for the tips on using water balloons!

    I was thinking of doing something super sparkly for Christmas!

    HUGS!

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  6. Ummm yeah I need to do this! I've got me a big roll of jute right here on my desk for some reason. So clever!

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