There’s something about number balloons that just makes people happy. Whether it’s the childish joy of popping a balloon, or the excitement of seeing one soar into the sky, balloons are an enduring symbol of happiness.
But what happens to those balloons when they’re done? Many people just let them go, but there’s another way to use them and that’s with a Balloon Stand!
The balloon stand is simply a large, sturdy frame that holds several inflated balloons. Kids can fill up their balloon stands with their favorite colors and watch as they grow bigger and bigger.
What is a Number Balloon Stand?
Number balloon stands can be used for a variety of things, such as displaying balloons in your party area or making colorful decorations. All you need is some foam-core board, some hot glue, and some balloons.
You can also use a number balloon stand to display candy or party favors. You can even use a number balloon stand to make a homemade birthday card for an adult.
It’s easy to make a number balloon stand. You just need a number balloon stand kit and some balloons. You can find these kits at any party supply store, or you can make your own from scratch. You can also use a foam core board to make the number balloon stand.
How to Make a Number Balloon Stand
If there’s one thing that kids love, it’s making things with balloons. And what could be more fun than filling up a bunch of balloons and having them stand on their own like little sculptures?
This easy tutorial will show you how to make a number balloon stand, perfect for decorating your room or serving as party favors.
If you want to make a number balloon stand, you will need
Balloons, scissors, permanent marker, measuring tape, postcard or picture frame with a thin piece of plastic covering the front (optional) and paint or school glue (optional).
Start by blowing out your balloons until they are deflated. You can do this by using your hands or an air pump. If you don’t have an air pump, you can use a straw to pop the balloons.
Cut each balloon in half. Make sure that the cut ends are pointing in opposite directions so that the balloon will stay together when inflated. Next, poke a hole at one end of each half balloon and tie it together with a piece of string.
Inflate the balloons with helium until they are no longer flat. Make sure that the string is tightly attached to the balloon and that it is not sticking out of the side or bottom of the balloon.
Tie one end of the string to the balloon. Tie the string around the pole and attach it to the other end of the string.
Hang your balloons from a tree, bush, or a light fixture in your yard or room. Make sure the balloons are not touching each other. Use a helium tank to inflate your balloons many times before you release them.
Once your balloons are inflated, place them in direct sunlight or under a lamp. You can also hang them from a clothesline in the sun to dry out.
Once they are dry, remove the string and tie them with a piece of string to hold them together.
After a few days of hanging, sometimes the string will become loose and the balloon will fall to the ground. Just tie some string around the neck of the balloon to keep it together.
Enjoy your balloons!
Tips and Tricks
Simple steps to ensure a successful outcome
Choose the right material
The first step is to choose the right material for your number balloon stand. Plastic is generally the cheapest option, but it is not always the best choice because it can be difficult to work with and can eventually break.
Metal stands are more expensive, but they are also more durable and often easier to work with. If money is not an issue, metal stands are the way to go.
Make a template
The next step is to make a template out of paper or cardstock before beginning construction. This will help you stay consistent with the final product and avoid any mistakes along the way.
Choose your supplies
Now comes the fun part: picking out just the right supplies for your number balloon stand. You will need a few different materials to build a number balloon stand, but most of them can be found at your local craft store or online.
Cut out the shapes
The first step is to make the balloon stand shape that you want. The most commonly used shape is a star, which has 5 points on it (or “points”). Other shapes include a circle and a triangle, but they all have 3 or 5 points.
The number balloon stand shape is your choice. Once you have the shape that you want, trace it with a pencil onto the construction paper or cardboard. Cut out the shape.
Cut the ribbon
The next step is to cut the ribbon into pieces that will fit around these shapes. You need four pieces of ribbon for each balloon stand, so you will need four pieces of ribbon for this activity.
Put the ribbon pieces around the balloon shape. The last step is to put the four pieces of ribbon around the balloon shape that you have just cut out.
Let your little one use the balloon and glue a piece of ribbon around it. Enjoy!