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Basic Balloon Animal Twists

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Here are the basic twists that you need to know to make balloon animals.

1. The Basic Balloon Twist for Balloon Animals

Here's the basic balloon twist that is the foundation for everything that you make through the art of balloon twisting.

2. The Balloon Lock Twist for Balloon Animals

After the basic twist, the second fundamental skill in balloon twisting is the lock twist, which you'll learn here.

3. The Balloon Fold Twist for Balloon Animals

The fold twist is a fundamental twist in making balloon animals. It is often used to make "ears" and is the foundational twist in a basic sword.

6. The Bubble for Balloon Animals

The bubble is a finishing twist that is typically used as a cool detail in a poodle balloon animal as well as in balloon hats.

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