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April Fools Balloon Explosion

Abby Barnes and Carina Chu
April 1, 2013
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A quick and easy DIY that will make you explode with laughter. Watch your family’s reactions as they come home to a loud, unexpected surprise. The materials are easy to acquire and directions are easy to follow.

Materials:

  • Balloons
  • Tape
  • Thumb tacks

 

Directions:

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  1. Blow up the balloons as much as possible. The fuller they are, the quicker and easier it is for them to pop.
  2. Tape the balloons onto the door.
  3. Poke the thumb tacks through the tape and tape them on the wall where the back of the door hits. Make sure the thumb tacks align with the balloons.
  4. All there is left to do is wait and watch your family’s reactions.

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Carina Chu
Carina Chu, Arts Editor
During her junior year, Carina was handling the 400+ subscriptions as the Circulation Manager. She is now enjoying her senior year as one of the Arts Editors! She loves walking on trails, badminton, traveling, and her rottweiler, Rory. She plans on attending JMU or an in-state university after graduating.
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