Some of us are old enough to remember when older men in our families were able to amuse all us kids by blowing smoke rings. Some of our grandfathers and uncles accomplished the smoke rings by using plain old cigarettes. In other instances, the instrument of choice was a cigar or perhaps a pipe. Whether we were talking about cigarette smoke rings or a smoke ring created with pipe smoke, we were enthralled by the blowing smoke rings and would follow them until they dissipated in thin air. Once one batch of smoke rings was gone, we would look back in anticipation of the next round of smoke rings to appear.

Many of us never grew up to be smokers, so the concept of how to blow a smoke ring did not become part of our education. Of course, anyone who wants to learn how to blow a smoke ring can still do so today. All it takes if finding a resource that will explain how to make smoke rings, and you are on your way.

Perhaps the best way to learn how to blow smoke rings is to find someone locally who knows how. Everyone will have their own take on the easiest medium to use in the manufacturing of smoke rings. Some will prefer to use a pipe to blow smoke rings, while others will declare that cigar smoke rings are far superior. As the art of smoke rings is demonstrated to you, keep your eyes open and your mouth shut. You can ask questions later. For now, just observe.

If you do not know anyone who can blow smoke rings, then look to the Internet. A quick search using a phrase like “how to make smoke rings” will lead you to some entertaining step by step instructions in the art. Some of them will be very straightforward while others will be very detailed. Print a few of your favorites out and put them to the test in the privacy of your own home. The advantage here is that no one will see you as you try to slowly master the skill of delivering perfectly shaped smoke rings, and being able to issue a succession of them without having to gasp for air.

The ability to blow smoke rings may be one of the last truly lost arts from the last century. However, with some practice you may find yourself being an expert in the art of making smoke rings. Choose your medium today and give it a try.