A crochet hot air balloon is a small stuffed dome shape with a basket hanging below on a few short chains, a popular nursery decoration or mobile piece. A set of three in different colors makes a good baby shower gift. This guide gives the materials and pattern.
Materials and Pattern
- About 40 yards worsted weight yarn in your balloon color, plus a scrap for the basket
- A 4.0mm hook and small amount of stuffing
- Work a standard amigurumi ball shape for the balloon dome, about 6 rounds of increases followed by straight rounds, then decrease and stuff.
- Crochet a small basket shape, a short single crochet cylinder, in a contrasting color.
- Attach 4 short chains connecting the balloon’s base to the basket’s top edge.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a hot air balloon amigurumi take to make?
About 2 hours total for the balloon dome, basket, and assembly, making it a realistic single-sitting project even for an intermediate crocheter.
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