How to Make a Balloon Giraffe: Fun and Easy Animal for Kids

Release a small puff of air to burp the balloon, then tie a secure knot at the nozzle. This softens the balloon and helps prevent popping while you twist.

Twist a 3-inch bubble from the nozzle end for the giraffe snout. Right after that, twist a small 1-inch bubble for the first ear.

Twist a second 1-inch bubble for the other ear. Fold both ear bubbles side-by-side, then lock twist their bases together so the ears stay in place.

Twist a small 1-inch bubble just below the ears, fold it back, and pinch-twist it securely. This sets the giraffe head at a natural forward angle.

Measure down the balloon and twist one long 8-inch bubble for the giraffe neck. Keep the twist firm and in the same direction as the earlier twists.

Twist two 4-inch bubbles in a row, then bring them down together and lock twist them at the base of the neck. These become the front legs.

Twist one 4-inch bubble for the body, then twist another 4-inch bubble for the first rear leg. Keep both bubbles even so the giraffe stands better.

Twist one more 4-inch bubble for the second rear leg. Fold both rear legs together and lock twist them at the base of the tail segment.

Adjust the neck, straighten the legs, and stand the ears upright. Give the giraffe a quick final shape check, then show off the finished balloon animal.