Reusable Water Balloons – Free Crochet Pattern
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Make these crochet water balloons for the kids to enjoy all summer long! These reusable water balloons are super quick to make and are great for using up scrap yarn.
Crochet water balloons can make such a fun gift, unique party favors, and are also really good sellers at craft sales. This crochet water balloon pattern works up really quickly and is great to add to your market prep list!
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When making this reusable water balloon crochet pattern, I recommend using Bernat Blanket Yarn. The yarn is durable, and most importantly, absorbent! The Bernat Blanket Brights yarn has such fun summer colors!
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Reusable Crochet Water Balloons
Pattern Specifics
Measurements: approximately 4.5″ x 3″
Gauge: not necessary for this pattern
Hook Size: 9.0mm (M) crochet hook
Other Tools: tapestry needle, scissors
Yarn Weight: Super Bulky (6)
Yarn Used: Bernat Blanket Yarn
Other Materials: n/a
Stitch Abbreviations
st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
DC = double crochet
DC2tog = double crochet 2 stitches together
SC = single crochet
SC2tog = single crochet 2 stitches together
Notes
- Checking your gauge is not required for this pattern.
- This pattern is worked in the round. Use a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of each round.
pattern
R1: Begin with 6 DC in a magic ring. Join with a sl st to beginning. (6 sts)
R2: Ch 2, 2 DC in each st around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (12 sts)
R3: Ch 2, 1 DC in each st around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (12 sts)
R4: Ch 2, *DC2tog. Repeat from * around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (6 sts)
R5: Ch 1, *SC2tog, SC in next st. Repeat from * around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (4 sts)
R6: Ch 1, 2 SC in each st around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (8 sts)
Cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends.
Crochet Water Balloons Video Tutorial
This video is also available on YouTube. Watch this video: Crochet Water Balloons Tutorial on YouTube.
More about Crochet Water Balloons
This reusable water balloon crochet pattern is a great alternative to the classic water balloons we’re used to! But if you aren’t yet convinced, here’s a bit more information!
How do Crochet Water Balloons work?
It’s super simple!
- Grab a bucket and fill it with water,
- Dunk your crochet water balloon (PRO TIP: give is a squeeze while under the water so it can soak up even more!),
- Toss them at your unsuspecting target,
- Repeat!
My kids love to use their crochet water balloons in the pool. The best part of pool use is that the crochet water balloons float, so they are easy to keep track of.
If you’re looking for more summer crochet patterns for your family to enjoy, be sure to check out my pattern for freeze pop holders!
How to sell Crochet Water Balloons?
Are you doing any craft markets this summer? Be sure to make a few sets of colorful crochet water balloons to add to your table. Shoppers love to gift these to their kids and grandkids, or give them for birthday party gifts. In my area, these are especially popular for Easter baskets!
I usually bundle the crochet water balloons in groups of 3 or 6. I like to use a piece of twine string to tie the group together, with a cute tag on top!
Be sure to add a sign or tags that state what they are! Many of your customers aren’t going to be familiar with crochet trends, and they’ll likely have questions!
I always get asked how the crochet water balloons work… this is a great opportunity to explain not just that, but also the many benefits of using them: they’re reusable, washable, cost-effective, eco-friendly, and tons of fun! They make unique and useful gifts that kids can enjoy for many summers ahead!
I’ve made a printable sign for my reusable water balloons to use at my next market, and I thought I’d share that here! Feel free to print it and add it to your display!
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More Great Patterns for Summer
Did you enjoy this reusable water balloon crochet pattern? Looking for some more fun patterns for summer? Take a look at these other free crochet patterns!
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Nicole
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Approximately how many balloons can you get per skein?!
And thanks for this amazing share!
About 23 from one of those big balls of Bernat Blanket! Enjoy!
How can I print the pattern for the reusable water balloon
Hello! I don’t have a printable PDF for this pattern, it is only available here on my website. 🙂
Cotton yarn absorbs water also, and way cheaper. I wouldn’t think it would hurt throwing these either. The bernat just has a soft feel.
It’s worth a try!