On this page, you'll learn how to twist a variety of balloon animals. Look around as we teach over 50 balloon animals that you can make that range in difficulty from beginner to intermediate, and are practical for parties and gigs.
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1. How to Make a Dog Balloon Animal
The dog balloon is a fundamental sculpture in the art of balloon twisting and balloon animals. Many animals balloons such as the deer and giraffe are variations on the dog balloon. And you'll find that the basics that you master when twisting a dog balloon, will apply to more difficult balloon sculptures. More »
2. How to Make Sword Balloons (various versions)
Easy to learn and make, sword balloons are a big hit with everyone, especially the kids. Here you'll find instructions and pictures that take you step by step through the process of making a variety of balloon swords. The balloons range in difficulty from those that are quite easy to those with more detail. More »3. How to Make Flower Balloons (various versions)
Want to make a flower out of a balloons? You can learn several variations here. The flower balloon animal is a cute, crowd-pleasing balloon animal/sculpture and there are further variations on these that are linked from within the instructions. More »
4. Learn to Make Five of the Cutest, Cuddliest Balloon Animals
Here are the cutest and cuddliest balloon animals that are certain to garner "oohs" and "ahhs." Learn to make these, and you'll be a hit at any event or party. More »
5. How to Make Balloon Hats (various versions)
Something that adds a festive touch to any event is the addition of balloon hats. If you've never made a balloon hat, you'll find detailed instructions as well as pictures that show you how. And we also teach several variation - some are fast and easy and others are colorful and detailed. You'll find balloon hats to be an inexpensive way to add some fun to an event. And for kids, you can combine a balloon hat with a sword. More »
6. How to Make a Tiger Balloon Animal
Talk about a crowd pleaser. This tiger balloon animal is cute and once you begin making it, there will be lots of requests for it. And you can make it in different colors as well as breeds: cheetah, leopard, you name it. To quote a famous tiger, this balloon animal is "Great." Note that you will need to be experienced before tackling this one. More »7. How to Make a Giraffe Balloon Animal
Twisting a giraffe balloon animal is very similar to making the basic dog balloon. In fact, a giraffe, in the balloon world, is pretty much just a dog balloon with a long neck. If you can already twist a basic dog balloon, you can twist a giraffe. More »8. How to Make a Monkey Balloon Animal
Here's a crowd pleaser that deserves a spot in your repertoire. It's a monkey balloon animal. This one is not only fun and whimsical, it's cute and offers lots of opportunities for customization. This one is well worth learning and it's actually not difficult for beginners. More »9. How to Make Dinosaur Balloons
What kid doesn't like dinosaurs? With our collection of dinosaur balloon animals, you can make decorations for a kid party or kid-themed event. Or you can make these to hand out so kids can admire and take them home. More »
10. Romantic Balloon Animals (various versions)
Here's a collection of romantic balloons that you can learn to make for that special someone or occasion. These balloons are perfect for Valentine's or any day. More »
