How to Make a Balloon Animal Dog
If balloon art is a hobby that you are interested in, then you will want to learn how to make a balloon dog. A balloon dog is probably the most commonly asked for balloon animal. After you perfect it, you can use your new skills to make other balloon animals.
Instructions
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Inflate the balloon using a balloon pump leaving 3 inches at the end flat and tie a knot. This gap will leave room for twisting without popping the balloon.
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Hold the knotted end and twist a 2 inch bubble for the head and two 3 inch bubbles for the ears.
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Connect the dog's ears by twisting the two 3 inch bubbles together. Then twist another 2 inch bubble for the neck.
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Make two 3 inch bubbles for the front legs and connect the two by twisting them together.
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Create a 4 to 5 inch bubble for the body and two 3 inch bubbles for the back legs. There should be some balloon left for the dog's tail. Join the two 3 inch bubbles together, making the back legs.
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Use a permanent marker to add eyes, nose and a mouth and your balloon dog is complete. Enjoy your new balloon animal dog or give away to a friend.
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Tips & Warnings
Always twist in the same direction.
Balloon pumps are usually found in the balloon section of craft or party supply stores.
Uninflated and broken balloons are a choking hazard for any child under 8 years of age.