Balloon Modelling Academy Diploma
Module 17: How to Make a Balloon Crocodile
Duration: Approx 30 minutes
By the end of this chapter, you will know:
- How to make a balloon crocodile
17.1: Introduction
This simple yet effective crocodile balloon model is popular with children of all ages.
Follow the steps below to make your own.
Step 1
Inflate the balloon leaving about a fingers length deflated at the end.
Step 2
First we start by making the crocodile's nose. Pinch and twist an area of the balloon about one fingers length away from the knot end of the balloon.
Step 3
About a further inch or two along the balloon pinch and twist again, then fold the balloon over and hold firmly with one hand.
Step 4
Now with a finger and thumb from the other hand securely grab the small bubble you created in the last step.
Step 5
Pinch and twist the small bubble to make two equal sized bubbles
Step 6
Using your finger and thumb grab the area of balloon between the two small bubbles and lift up...
then rotate your hands in opposite directions and separate out the eyes.
Step 7
About 2 inches behind the eyes pinch and twist the balloon to create a neck.
Step 8
Bend the balloon round and grab hold of both parts at the neck area that you created in the previous step.
Step 9
Pinch and lock twist together both parts of the balloon
Step 10
Then bend the balloon back on itself again and repeat the twist performed in the last step...
This will give you tow legs
Step 11
Pinch and twist an area of balloon about 3 inches down from the two front legs that you have just created. Then bend the balloon over and grab firmly with one hand.
Step 12
Perform a lock twist
Step 13
Bend the balloon round twist to create the third leg and repeat for the fourth leg.
Finished Product
Draw on some details to enhance your design.
17.2: Video Tutorial
How to make a crocodile -02:31
Go and Practice
estimated time: 20 minutes
Using the instructional video and pictures tutorial above as a reference spend at least 20 minutes making crocodile balloon models. Practice until you feel comfortable doing them.
Once completed you are ready to start the next module
Learning Topics
- About the balloon modelling industry
- What it takes to make it in this line of work
- Why you must be able to separate your personal problems from your public performance
- Why setting up your own business is the only way to make it as a balloon modeller
Learning Topics
- Why children’s parties are the most common types of work for a balloon modeller
- About adult entertainment at both formal and informal occasions
- How to make sure that you are up-to-date with the latest crazes and trends to keep yourself competitive
- About the different ways you sell your services
Learning Topics
- What the best type of balloons are for making models
- How marker pens can make all the difference to your work
- About the equipment you can buy to help keep your bookings more organised
- Why it is a good idea to have your own transport
Learning Topics
- Why it is important to arrive early to all of your booked events
- How to make sure that you appear professional at all times
- What is in the code of conduct laid out by Equity
- How to adhere to child protection standards
Learning Topics
- What goes into a good risk assessment
- How to carry out a risk assessment
- How to rate a hazard in terms of severity and probability
- Who you need to protect in terms of health and safety
Learning Topics
- What information you need to gather from your client when taking a booking
- The tools available to help you manage and keep on track of your bookings
- Ways to manage your time more effectively
- Why you should consider making clients sign a booking contract
Learning Topics
- How to set different pricing strategies
- The sort of costs which you will face as a balloon modeller
- How to keep on track of your income and expenditure
- How to go about determining the prices that you charge for your events
Learning Topics
- How to conduct market research
- What goes into a business plan
- Why it is important to be flexible
- How to add value to the service you provide
Learning Topics
- About the types of insurance policies which you will need to take out when you set up a balloon modelling business
- What public liability insurance is
- Whether you need to pay national insurance
- How to fill out a tax return for your business
Learning Topics
- How to make the most of social media and online marketing tools
- Why networking is still important
- Other ways to market your business which do not involve the internet
- What to include on your advertising material
Learning Topics
- How to correctly deal with complaints
- How to approach every problem with the appropriate context
- What you should do if you haven’t taken many bookings in a while
- How to deal with last minute damage to equipment
Learning Topics
- What the basic techniques of balloon modelling are
- How to twist balloons
- How to correctly pump and tie balloons
- Includes video tutorials
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon dog - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon dog - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon elephant - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon elephant - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon rabbit - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon rabbit - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon parrot - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon parrot - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon crocodile - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon crocodile - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon reindeer - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon reindeer - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon turtle - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon turtle - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon monkey in a tree - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon monkey in a tree - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon teddy bear - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon teddy bear - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon biplane - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon biplane - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon flower - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon flower - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make balloon fairy wings - picture tutorial
- How to make balloon fairy wings - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon sword - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon sword - video tutorial
Learning Topics
- How to make a balloon twisty hat - picture tutorial
- How to make a balloon twisty hat - video tutorial
Module 6 : Taking / Managing Bookings – Establishing Job Requirements – and Time Planning
find out what clients wants puppets magic how many puppets
Module 2 : The Types of Work/Jobs Balloon Modellers Do
Keep up to date with trends. Incorporate jokes, games, competitions and stories into the "act". Don't just nice up the birthday girl/boy, ensure the other children have a great time and will want to ask their parents to book you for their party.
Module 3 : The Equipment and Materials You Will Need for Balloon Modelling
Possibly a tool chest to store different colour balloons, pens, ribbons accessories. A costume or two with deep pockets.
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Module PDF's
Module 1: Your Introduction to Becoming a Balloon Modeller
Module 2 : The Types of Work/Jobs Balloon Modellers Do
Module 3 : The Equipment and Materials You Will Need for Balloon Modelling
Module 4 : Code of Conduct / Child Protection
Module 5 : Health & Safety and Risk Assessments
Module 6 : Taking / Managing Bookings – Establishing Job Requirements – and Time Planning
Module 8 : Starting / Running Your Own Business
Module 9 : Insurance, Accounting and Tax
Module 10 : Marketing Your Business & Social Media
Module 11 : The Do’s and Don’ts and What to Do When Things Don’t Go to Plan
Module 12 : Balloon Modelling Techniques: The Basics
Module 13 : How to Make a Balloon Dog
Module 14 : How to Make a Balloon Elephant
Module 15: How to Make a Balloon Rabbit
Module 16: How to Make a Balloon Parrot
Module 17: How to Make a Balloon Crocodile
Module 18: How to Make a Balloon Reindeer
Module 19: How to Make a Balloon Turtle
Module 20: How to Make a Balloon Monkey in a Tree
Module 21: How to Make a Balloon Teddy Bear
Module 22: How to Make a Balloon Biplane
Module 23: How to Make a Balloon Flower
Module 24: How to Make Balloon Fairy Wings