Crochet Hot Air Balloon

Crocheting a hot air balloon can be a delightful and whimsical project that will surely add a touch of charm to any room. The intricate stitches bring the balloon to life, making it a unique and cozy decoration. As you work on each section, from the colorful balloon itself to the tiny basket at the bottom, you can't help but feel a sense of joy and creativity blooming. Whether you choose vibrant hues or soft pastels, each choice adds its own personality to the final piece. Once completed, your crochet hot air balloon will be a cheerful addition to your home, spreading warmth and happiness wherever it floats. So, grab your yarn and hook, and let's soar into a world of creativity and coziness together!

Materials:

A great use for leftovers of yarn. You need less than 10 grams/0.35 oz of each color when you use four colors. My hot air balloon is 13 cm/5.25 inches high.

Note: For the balloon start each round with ch2 (counts as dc) and end each round with a slip stitch in the new color.
The basket is worked in continuous rounds.

Balloon

ch 4, join with sl st to form ring
R 1: 14 dc
R 2: 2 dc in ea st (28 dc)
R 3: *2 dc in 1, dc* repeat (42 dc)
R 4 and 5: 42 dc
R 6: *dc2tog, dc* repeat (28 dc)
R 7: 28 dc
R 8: dc2tog around (14 dc)
R 9: *dc2tog, 5 dc* repeat (12 dc)
R 10: 12 dc
R 11: sc2tog in BLO (6 sc)
Stuff and close remaining hole.

Basket

ch 2
R 1: 6 sc
R 2: 2 sc in ea st (12 sc)
R 3: 12 sc in BLO
R 4 and 5: 12 sc
R 6: 12 sl st
Weave both ends in.

Now I connected the balloon and the basket at three points. I just made knots and hid the ends.