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Fruit Stress Balls

Create your own calming Fruit Stress Balls using simple materials to help ease stress and promote mindfulness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 stress balls
Course: Crafting
Cuisine: Crafting
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Balloons small or water-balloon size
  • Fine flour cornstarch, or soft sand
  • A small funnel or a homemade paper funnel optional
  • A spoon or wooden skewer for packing the filling
  • Scissors to trim balloon ends
  • Acrylic paint or permanent markers for decorating optional
  • Masking tape or a small clip to hold the balloon while filling optional
  • A bowl and measuring cup for mixing
  • Wet wipes or a damp cloth for gentle cleanup

Method
 

  1. Gather your supplies and make a small bowl of the filling.
  2. Take a calm breath. Measure about one to one and a half cups of cornstarch or fine flour.
  3. Stretch the balloon gently to warm it.
  4. Attach the funnel to the balloon opening.
  5. Spoon or pour the filling into the funnel slowly.
  6. Check firmness as you go.
  7. Smooth the surface and tie the balloon.
  8. Add a second balloon layer for durability.
  9. Decorate with paint or markers.
  10. Let the balls rest before gentle use.
  11. Try a mindful squeeze.

Notes

Experiment with different fillings or colors for unique textures and designs.