This listing is for a very clear and easy to follow crochet pattern of a hot air balloon! ^^ Travel through the skies on your own adventure with your very own handmade balloon, it’s so much fun!

This balloon makes a great decoration in any kid’s bedroom, just attach it to the ceiling and watch it hanging there in the evening sun… The balloon is very easy to make, this pattern is very suitable for beginners. :)

This pattern also includes the dark blue net which is used to hang the balloon in the air.

Needed materials to make this pattern:

• crochet hook, size G (6) / 4.0mm
• yarn type: light worsted weight / DK
• yarn colours: brown, dark brown, navy, and 6 different colours for the balloon (blue, light blue, yellow, dark green, turquoise, light green)
• tapestry needle
• optional but handy: sewing pins
• fiberfill for stuffing

Needed skills to make this pattern:

• magic ring
• chain stitches
• slip stitches
• single crochet
• increasing and decreasing
• basic sewing skills

Overall skill level: advanced beginner - intermediate.

Size of finished item:
When made with the described hook size and yarn, the
hot air balloon and basked will become about 27cm /
11” tall.

The pattern is written in US crochet terminology and is available in English. The pattern description is written using abbreviations; there’s an extensive list included to explain all abbreviations used. There are also a lot of detailed pictures included to guide you through the pattern. After you’ve completed your purchase, you can download the pattern in the language you require.

Please note: This pattern is protected by copyright. It is not allowed to copy (parts of) the pattern, reuse it or parts of it in other patterns, resell it or spread it without written permission of The Flying Dutchman Crochet Design.