DIY Tassel Balloons How To

One of the ideas I had for the baby shower was to make some tassel balloons.  We ran out of time but I had this DIY tutorial ear marked from Sweet Things ready to go so I just had to share it with you! They would be perfect for any celebration - weddings, baby showers, birthdays - you name it!  So how do you make one of these goodies?  Well I'm going to let Teissia of Firefly Events get into the detail.  Take it away Tessia! 

1. Start by cutting your lace ribbon in to a strip about 5'-6' long. This will take the place of the ribbon holding the balloon.  

2. Cut fabric into rectangles approximately 1'x1.5'. If you are using tissue paper there is no need to cut, just fold the sheets in half lengthwise.

3. Cut strips in the fabric/tissue paper leaving approximately 1.5" on the top uncut. 

4. Tie a piece of lace or ribbon around the center of the fringe.

5. Fold the fabric/tissue paper in half, so the ribbon is on the left side. Roll it up and then wrap the lace/ribbon around the top and tie it in a knot. Make sure to leave a few inches of ribbon free to attach to the balloon. 

6. Tie your pieces of fringe on to the lace handle starting at the top. It looks best to vary the colors of the fringe. {Optional: Place a rosette at the top directly under the balloon

Source: Sweet Things