DIY Reusable Water Balloons

I’ve seen crocheted DIY reusable water balloons, and I loved the idea but am much, much faster at sewing.

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I figured out a way to sew the quickest DIY splash balls or reusable water balloons with sponges and scraps of fleece fabric.

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MATERIALS:

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Measuring Measure your filling or sponge. Measure the height, too. Add a seam allowance to find the size of your circle.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

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INSTRUCTIONS:

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DIY Reusable Water Balloons

I’ve seen crocheted DIY reusable water balloons, and I loved the idea but am much, much faster at sewing.

I figured out a way to sew the quickest DIY splash balls or reusable water balloons with sponges and scraps of fleece fabric.

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Measuring Measure your filling or sponge. Measure the height, too. Add a seam allowance to find the size of your circle.

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