For the lighthearted-a miniature hot air balloon.

It's up, up and away in a lighthearted way with our miniature hot air balloon. The perfect addition to any child's room -- young or old! You will need 1/3 yard percale, gingham or similar fabric; polyester stuffing material; heavy linen thread or extra duty polyester thread; sewing thread to match; small piece medium-weight cardboard; 5-1/2 yards 3/8 inch satin ribbon; 23 inches of 1-1/2 inch trim; eight 1/2 inch plastic bone rings; small amount nylon fishing line for hanging; basket about 3 inches wide.

Note: One-quarter inch seam allowance is used throughout.

Cut one fabric section 22 x 10 inches for upper section. Cut lower section 6 x 10 inches. …