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Model Magic Balloon Animal

Skip the twisting and create colorful balloon animals with Crayola Model Magic instead! This playful animal craft for kids transforms simple shapes into balloon-inspired creations that are perfect for displaying, gifting, or imaginative play.

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

Supplies/Tools Directions Staff Tips

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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  • Model Magic
  • Glossy Sealer

Steps

  • Step 1

    Create the balloon "sections". Roll each section into a smooth sausage shape. You'll need:

    1 large body

    4 equal length legs

    1 neck

    1 head - leave one end slightly narrower than the other.

    2 equal length ears

    2 tail sections

    1 nose - flatten this piece.

  • Step 2

    Build the balloon animal.

    Place the body on top of all four legs. Add the two tail sections to the back of the body and the neck with head to the front. Add the Ear sections to the head.

  • Step 3

    Add the nose. 

    Roll the flatten nose piece and then flatten with your finger replicating the tied "knot" on a balloon animal. Place at the front of the head. 

  • Step 4

    Paint accents to mimic the glossy highlights found on a latex balloon animal. 

    Allow to dry.

  • Step 5

    Seal with a glossy sealer.

  • Step 6

    Make in your favorite colors and display!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

Keep it plump: To truly look like a balloon, make sure your "bubbles" stay round and full rather than flat.

Experiment with shapes: try making short legs and a long body for a dachshund or long legs and neck for a giraffe.

Dry Completely: Let your balloon animal sit undisturbed. Model Magic dries to a lightweight, foam-like texture in 72 hours.

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