The premier issue of Latex Soup has just rolled off the presses, and is ready to ship! What is Latex Soup? Somewhere between a newsletter and a magazine, Latex Soup is a fanzine for people interested in balloon art, or even art in general.
Issue one is the Sports Issue, and features five balloon sculpture instructions, along with other regular features and articles. Half size, 40 pages, color.
$7 Ppd in the USA, Paypal to wackycrazyfun@hotmail.com.
For more info, write to LatexSoup@hotmail.com, or check out our Twitter site.
For easy ordering, pick up a copy on eBay at:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290412665651
New Latex Soup commercial posted at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oWLHyA8p_0 Read more about: Latex Soup for the Balloon Twister's Soul. Contact: Scott Tripp Updated: 11 Mar 2010
NEW QBN CHAPTER FORMING!!!
Attention New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts...I am proud to announce a new QBN (Qualatex Balloon Network) Chapter is now forming. The Northeast QBN DECO-TWISTING chapter will be the first of its kind, with an emphasis on Education. Please join Us on Tuesday March 23, 2010 from 5:30 to 9:00 at the Comfort Inn and Suites in Meriden, CT. A buffet dinner will be included.
Our Guest Speaker will be Tim Vlamis , MBA, CBA of Pioneer Balloon Company, He will update us with what is happening in the industry and the upcoming World Balloon Convention.
If you have always wanted to become a Deco-Twister or looking for ways to grow your business, than please join us!
For more information or would like to attend Please RSVP to Meg Johnson at 203-336-4441, or email her at meg@greateventdecorations.com.
Read more about: NEW QBN CHAPTER FORMING!!! Contact: Robbie Furman, CBA Updated: 11 Mar 2010
A Few VHS Tapes to Unload :)
Ok, this time around I have not one, not two but three different "Balloon-gineering" VHS videos, featuring Royal and Patty Sorell as a well as a VERY young Todd Neufeld. I have Volume Four (Faces & Figures), Volume Five (More Dynamic Interactive Cranial Decorations) and Volume Six (Holiday Balloons). I'm willing to let them go individually or as a set, depending on the best offer. I'll take bids on them until Sunday, March 14th, so email me at aeradeco@aol.com if you'd like to make an offer. Don't forget that the buyer must also cover shipping. Contact: Steven Jones Updated: 10 Mar 2010
Does anybody still own a VCR?
Videos for sale: Don Caldwell's "lungs of steel", "Livin la vida latex", "The tie-blow workout", "Blowhard: Latex with a vengeance". Vinteage Buster Balloon - like $30 each, from back in the day. All 4 plus "Shirley Ray 3" for $50 plus shipping and paypal.
Also, really cool books - "Great Balloons" by Jean Merlin, "Cartoon Balloon Encyclopedia" by Ken Stillman and "Virtual Balloon Factory" by Scott Tripp. $75 new, all 3 for $25 plus shipping and paypal.
If you do Magic, I've got a ton of awesome DVD's and books and a set of linking rings with an instructional video...
richtieger@hotmail.com Contact: Rich Tieger Updated: 9 Mar 2010
G.O.T. Class 2010
G.O.T. Class is around the corner, so register today to save your seat from some fun and exciting classes with amazing instructors; Diane Gauthier, David McCullough, Marsha Jones, Carl Jones, Dawg Clendennen, and Stretch Clendennen. We have 12 different classes to choose from including Balloon Decor, Balloon Twisting, Balloon Magic, and Face Painting. Early Bird Registration ends March 15th. We are offering a beginner class for balloon twisting and balloon decor this year on Sunday, March 28th. Check out the G.O.T. Class web site for more information. Read more about: G.O.T. Class 2010 Contact: Stretch the Balloon Dude (Wendell Clendennen) Updated: 8 Mar 2010
2010 DJ, Balloon Camp & CPAC
www.balloonresourcecenter.com for March has some great recipes and columns packed with information on helping to increase business. Send your info for a no cost listing of balloonists by state.
Tobi the Balloon Twisting Face Painter has confirmed some great classes for DJ. Check out her site at funwithtobi.com. Continue the learning and the fun, of getting together with fellow Balloonists from around the world, In Las Vegas this August 8th to 12th. www.diamondjam.com is the web site. $199 is the registration cost and hotel rooms are at only $29. per-night. Stretch, Jack Mattson, Sheldon Blake, Ralph Dewey, Benny Nieves, Dustin Queary, Steve Klein and Holly Nagel join other professionals teaching at the 2010 event. Also going on is Summer Balloon Camp, the Gift Basket Expo, floral classes and classes for the retail Party Industry, all planned to help businesses diversify their services and increase the profits. Call toll free Monday – Friday 877-289-2741. Hope to see you there! Read more about: 2010 DJ, Balloon Camp & CPAC Contact: Dave Scott Updated: 6 Mar 2010
Andrew McDonald new DVD's
Andrew McDonald Has just released two great DVD's in all 28 creations. Both of these DVD's are a must have if you do line work or restaurants. Each creation will take your twisting to a new level. The DVD's are easy to follow and fun to watch. Andrew has been featured in Balloon Magic the magazine and I know you will love them! Check the website for details. Read more about: Andrew McDonald new DVD's Contact: Andrew McDonald Updated: 4 Mar 2010
Best Balloons for Boys DVD by Tonya McNeill
~ Tonya McNeill's all new "Best Balloons for Boys" DVD is available at both Aeradecovideo.com and TMyers.com. Tonya explores fan favorites and showcases a dozen different designs that are sure to dazzle and delight every little boy you come across in your work.Figures include: Tractor, Racecar, Jet plane, Friendly Train, Helicopter, Digger,Tank, Motorcycle, Bi-plane, Turtle, Bird, and Baseball bat, glove and ball. Get your copy today!
***You will find information for more instructional material on my Facebook fanpage "Tonya's Twisted Stuff"
Contact: Tonya McNeill Updated: 4 Mar 2010
More Adjustable Hats CD by Tonya McNeill (2010)
Tonya McNeill's "More Adjustable Hats" CD is now available for purchase. Enjoy making 12 NEW designs (Leprechaun, Baby, Clown, Gooney Bird, Ducky, Frog, Rooster, Skeleton, Dracula, Santa, Smiley, and Owl) all using the adjustable hats base. The instructions are all in PDF format. The cost of this CD is $25.00 if emailed, add $3.00 if you would like a hard copy mailed to you.
Payment can be made either by Paypal - (email address: tmcne@hotmail.com) or by check/money order made out and sent to: Tonya McNeill 11565 6450 Rd.
Montrose, Co. 81401. Read more about: More Adjustable Hats CD by Tonya McNeill (2010) Contact: Tonya McNeill Updated: 4 Mar 2010
Deco-Twisting DVD's-Twisticology Series
Twisticology Dvd's are available now exclusively from T MYERS MAGIC and will be available ONLINE. The Twisticology series have been created for the serious minded DECO-TWISTER. Please follow the link for more information. Read more about: Deco-Twisting DVD's-Twisticology Series Contact: Robbie Furman, CBA Updated: 4 Mar 2010
BaLLOONiacs.com 6" LADYBUG LINK-O-LOONS, TURTLES AND EDDING PAINT MARKERS
Exclusive BaLLOONiacs.com LADYBUG LINK-O-LOONS: 6" red Link-O-Loons with black dots for quick ladybug bracelets and other designs (See BHQ Photo ID #74825.) $15 for 100 count bags plus $4 shipping and handling (per 2 add .50 each additional bag S&H) and WATER GRENADES by Pioneer for Turtle Bracelets. $4 per 100 count bags plus $4 shipping and (per 2 add .50 each additional bag S&H handling)and the best paint markers: EDDING PAINT MARKERS dispense highly opaque pigment ink with a lacquer finish, suitable for marking on all surfaces especially latex. Quick drying and imported from Germany in two sizes: 750 (4mm) and 751 (2mm) in Black, White, Pink, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Light Blue, Dark Blue, Purple, Brown and Silver. $7 each plus $4 S&H per two. Payments via Visa, MasterCard, Discover, PayPal (randyzacks@aol.com) check or Ebay (search Edding Paint Markers). Will email invoice upon request. For questions or additional information call Randy Zacks, 614-404-5469, at BaLLOONiacs.com Read more about: BaLLOONiacs.com 6" LADYBUG LINK-O-LOONS, TURTLES AND EDDING PAINT MARKERS Contact: Randy Zacks Updated: 2 Mar 2010
Balloon Dog Paper Weights
New product and limited supply. Buy a ceramic balloon dog paper weight (or figurine) made from the same mold used for Dewey's Balloon Excellence awards. Comes in 3 colors and two marble base choices. See photos on the web site.
Call Ralph Dewey at (281) 479-2759. Read more about: Balloon Dog Paper Weights Contact: Ralph Dewey Updated: 27 Feb 2010
There's no better time to become a CBA!
Have you been thinking about becoming a Certified Balloon Artist? If so, then consider taking your CBA Practical Exam on April 15 at the World Balloon Convention 2010! Even though the WBC is less than two months away, there's still time for you to prepare. AND, if you sign up to take your exam at the WBC, you'll get the CBA discount worth $100 OFF your Full-package Registration!
If you plan on taking the exam at this event, you MUST take the following steps at least 30 days prior to the exam date (by March 15):
- If you're not already a QBN member, order your QBN Kits and pass all three QBN tests with a score of 80% or above.
- Send in your CBA Practical Exam Sign-up Form, along with the $40 exam fee(if it hasn't already been pre-paid with a QBN Kit Bundle purchase).
- Send in four Classic Balloon Decor photos with corresponding Job Cost Forms for each.
Taking these steps BEFORE you register online for the WBC ensures that you'll automatically receive the $100 CBA discount. Then, make sure you register for the WBC by the NEW Early-bird Deadline of March 5 to save an ADDITIONAL $100 on your Full-package Registration!
For more information on becoming a CBA or to order your QBN Kits, call Pioneer Balloon Company at 1-800-999-5644. To download the Practical Exam Sign-up Form, visit
http://www.qualatex.com/pages/cba_info.php
The WBC is taking place April 15-18 in Dallas, TX, USA. For questions, e-mail info@worldballoonconvention.com or call 800-743-9879 (or 316-685-2266 outside the USA). Read more about: There's no better time to become a CBA! Contact: Julie Conner Updated: 23 Feb 2010
WBC Early-bird Deadline extended to March 5!
Didn't have a chance to register for the World Balloon Convention by the Early-bird Deadline of February 20? You're in luck, because the Early-bird Deadline has been extended until FRIDAY, MARCH 5! Now you have two more
weeks to save $100 on your Full-package Registration.
This also means that the deadline to use your Distributor Scholarship discount code (worth an additional $150 savings on your Full-package Registration) has been extended until March 5 as well! If you haven't already applied to receive your unique discount code, you now have until February 26 to send in your application. Forms can be found here: http://www.worldballoonconvention.com/distapplication.php
AND, if you've entered to compete in the Large or Medium Sculpture competitions, the deadline to submit your balloon product order forms has been extended until February 26! You can find downloadable competition forms here:
http://www.worldballoonconvention.com/competitions.php
For the latest details on the WBC and to register online, go to http://www.WorldBalloonConvention.com
The WBC is taking place April 15-18 in Dallas, TX, USA. For questions, e- mail info@WorldBalloonConvention.com or call 800-743-9879 (or 316-685-2266 outside the USA). Read more about: WBC Early-bird Deadline extended to March 5! Contact: Julie Conner Updated: 23 Feb 2010
