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Colorful DIY stress balls made from balloons and flour for stress relief.
Recipe

DIY Colorful Stress Balls

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Materials

  • Balloons (colorful for a charming touch)
  • Flour, cornstarch, or rice (to fill your stress balls)
  • A funnel (to guide your filling)
  • A pair of scissors (to cut the balloons, if needed)
  • Permanent markers or paints (for decorating)
  • Optional: glitter or small beads (for an extra sensory layer)

Instructions

  • Prepare your balloons by stretching them gently to make filling easier. Choose your favorite color to start.
  • Create your filling using flour, cornstarch, or rice. If you're using flour or cornstarch, consider setting it in a bowl first for a controlled pour.
  • Insert the funnel into the neck of the balloon, ensuring it's secure. This will help minimize spills as you fill your stress ball.
  • Gently pour your filling into the balloon using the funnel. Fill it to your desired level, leaving some space for it to squish comfortably when you squeeze.
  • Remove the funnel and carefully tie the end of the balloon into a secure knot. If you’re comfortable, you can cut off any excess balloon for a cleaner look.
  • Decorate your stress ball using permanent markers or paints. Let your creativity flow as you design fun faces or patterns.
  • Test your creation by giving it a gentle squeeze. Adjust the filling if needed by carefully untieing and refilling.

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