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Gift Wrapping: Balloon Pop

July 25, 2011 By Holly 15 Comments Filed Under: Design/Create, Gift Giving, Gift Wrap, Kids DIY & Crafts

Balloon Pop gift wrap, unique gift wrap, graduation gift wrap

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 This week we will be showcasing some new and creative ways to wrap presents. We thought we would start the week off with a POP and share how you can make this balloon pop gift wrap. Who says opening your gift can’t be just as exciting as the actual gift itself? And what’s more fun than having to pop a balloon to get your gift? We found a giant 36″ balloon that has a large enough opening to fit a small box or card. I always keep a variety on hand for last minute gifts. Gift cards, jewelry, cash, or other small gifts will fit. Put the item in the balloon. Blow the balloon to the desired size and tie it closed. We added some ribbon with a POP ME! tag and a safety pin.

Balloon Pop gift wrap idea via 11cupcakes, unique gift wrap, graduation gift wrap

Balloon Pop gift wrap idea via 11cupcakes, unique gift wrap, graduation gift wrap

If you don’t have time to find a large balloon, you could also fit a small gift into a normal sized balloon, either with or without helium. I’m not sure this would be the best idea for small children, but I have wrapped a gift inside a large balloon for my sister’s birthday, my best friend’s bridal shower, and my cousin’s graduation gift.
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  1. 1

    Amanda says

    November 12, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    This is an ADORABLE idea. Maybe tying a thread around the item would be a good way to go. That way it won’t fly away and get lost when the balloon pops. So cute and creative! Love it.

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  2. 2

    Peggy Lynch says

    March 28, 2015 at 2:55 PM

    Where did you find the 36″ balloon? Would love to do this for a niece’s graduation from high school in May! Thanks

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  3. 3

    Sarah Althouse says

    January 30, 2017 at 8:08 AM

    Holly – I love this! Since becoming an “adult” I give away a lot of smaller sized gifts (no large toys for my friends) haha and I can’t wait to try this for the next birthday I attend!

    Reply
  4. 4

    Sade says

    January 30, 2017 at 11:41 AM

    This is such an awesome idea! So creative and wonderful element of surprise. Definitely going to try this.

    Reply
  5. 5

    Terrin Ramsey says

    January 30, 2017 at 2:12 PM

    I LOVE THIS! I seriously can’t wrap a present to save my life. My kids would love this 🙂

    Reply
  6. 6

    Meredith says

    January 30, 2017 at 7:57 PM

    OH my gosh what a fun idea!! This is super cool, and I never would have thought to try it!

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  7. 7

    Debby says

    January 31, 2017 at 12:57 PM

    What a creative idea! Wish I knew this when my kids where young!

    Reply
  8. 8

    Hannah says

    January 31, 2017 at 2:42 PM

    What a fun idea!

    Reply

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