This playdough stress ball kids craft is a cheerful hands-on project for kids, classrooms, and family craft time. It uses the tutorial steps below as the practical guide while adding helpful planning notes so the project feels easier to prepare, follow, and finish. Gather the supplies first, give yourself a little workspace, and enjoy making something creative from simple materials.
Materials:
- 1 tub playdough (4 ounce size)
- 1 Balloon
Instructions:
- Open a tub of playdough and separate it into 7 or 8 smaller pieces.
- Roll each chunk of playdough into a long, skinny “log”.
- Blow up a balloon and then let it deflate. This stretches the latex (or rubber) and makes it easier to fill.
- Using four fingers, stretch open the mouth of the balloon.
- Have a little helper add the rolls of playdough, one at a time.
- Push the playdough down as far as you can into the balloon as you add each “log”.
- When you’ve added the full tub of playdough (but before you’ve removed your fingers from the balloon), push the playdough down so it’s out of the neck of the balloon.
- Push all the air out of the balloon and tie a knot in it, as close to the playdough as possible.
- Cut off the excess balloon neck.
- Have fun squeezing and stretching the playdough stress ball.
- Your playdough stress ball is complete!
Helpful Tips
- Read through the full tutorial before starting.
- Prepare the listed supplies ahead of time so each step is easier to follow.
- Check the finished craft against the instructions before displaying or using it.
FAQs
Is this tutorial beginner friendly?
Yes. This playdough stress ball kids craft is written with simple steps and extra tips for beginners.
Can kids make this craft independently?
Older kids may be able to work independently, while younger kids should have help with any steps that require close attention or small pieces.
How long does the craft take?
Most versions take about 30 minutes, depending on the materials and the pace of the crafter.
Can I use different colors?
Yes. Changing the colors is one of the easiest ways to personalize the finished craft.
Final Thoughts
Once the playdough stress ball kids craft is finished, take a moment to check the details, compare the result with the tutorial, and display the project somewhere kids can enjoy their work.
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