How to Tie a Balloon

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There are many objects you can make with a balloon -- a sword, flower, and various animals. Learn to tie a knot on a balloon and let your creative juices flow.

Step 1: Pinch balloon
Pinch the inflated balloon near the open end with one hand.

Tip
Do not overinflate the balloon.

Step 2: Let air out from above
Let some of the air out from above where you pinched to have adequate room to tie the knot.

Step 3: Grab nozzle
Grab the nozzle with your other hand and stretch the end outwards.

Step 4: Wrap end of balloon
Wrap the end of the balloon around your first and middle fingers.

Step 5: Push tip of balloon
Push the tip of the balloon between the two fingers from the palm side to the back of your hand.

Step 6: Grab tip of balloon
Grab the tip of the balloon between your thumb and first finger and pull your other fingers out from the loop.

Step 7: Pull tip and tighten knot
Pull the tip and tighten the knot. Fold the balloon into a fun shape and be a hit at parties.

Did You Know?
The first Macy's Thanksgiving parade had live animals, but they proved troublesome, so they were replaced by balloons.