Bomb And Balloon Photographing by Ralph Dewey The Balloon HQ challenge this month is a bomb or similar comedy prop. I know that with our war on terrorism that discretion needs to be used when deciding to make a balloon bomb. Please don't be foolish like the guy who...
Three Balloon Hat This hat is based off a number of different balloon hats that use a triangular base. Balloons Needed: 3 260s 1 plain 5-inch round 1 imprinted 5-inch round Inflate all three 260s leaving a 1-inch tail on each one. On the first balloon (red), make a...
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How to Twist a Balloon Dog, the Basic Animal (Care to read these instructions in Estonian?) Balloon twisting can be great fun. With a few balloons, and a little bit of patience, you can find yourself making many new and exciting pieces of art. The first balloon...
Deco Girl by Ian Lowe What you need 1 x 646Q Yellow 1 x 11" Dark Blue 1 x 260Q Dark Blue 1 x 260Q Yellow 3 x 260Q Onyx Black 1 x 260Q White 2 x 260Q scraps 1 x 160Q Grey 1 x 5" White 2 x 5" Onyx Black How To Reverse inflate 646Q Yellow to 15" and tie a knot about 0.5"...
260 Pumpkin by Daniel McCullough
Making a Sound Decision by Ian Lowe I’ve had my current hand-held microphone for around twenty years. During that time it’s been dropped and dented numerous times. The battery cover has been split and broken twice. And it’s probably about time I bought a new one. So, I’ve been looking into buying a new microphone, […]
Facing the Competition We all should respect, but not fear, competition. - Don and Dolly Dixon On competition Party Chains (Party City) Competing With Other Retailers Note: Some of the following comments include amounts of money in the imaginary unit called...
In the amazing world of balloon decor, an explosion of colors, whimsical shapes, and enchanting arrangements take you on a dreamy journey. But, mastering the crucial aspect of pricing balloon decor is the real magic behind this industry. Yet, striking the right...
Dealing With Customers Isn't it nice to be "spoiled" with good old fashioned service?- Unknown *CUSTOMERS SERVICE WITH A SMILE MEETING CLIENTS QUOTES AND PROPOSALS SELLING SALES TERMINOLOGY PACKAGE DEALS REFERENCES CUSTOMERS WHO BRING THEIR OWN BALLOONS PROBLEM...
Advertising Your Decorating Business Photograph EVERYTHING - good and bad. You'll learn from all of it. - Unknown *ADVERTISING CLOTHESPINS PIONEER QBN/CBA MAGAZINE ADS DECK THE HALL/PORTFOLIOS PRESS RELEASES SIGN YOUR WORK WINDOW DISPLAYS DISPLAY BALLOONS...
Rules To Live By In The Decorating Business Quote here - Unknown California Law Permits Rules For Malls Shop Rules - Keeping Workers Safe People Have No Respect For Balloons Note: Some of the following comments include amounts of money in the imaginary unit called...
The Decorating Business All of us old hands at the balloon biz were once in the same predicament as you find yourself now. Where do I start? How much money will I need? Who are the Suppliers? Where can I get trade information? Who can be trusted? ....... What a mine...
Holidays and Special Events The Holidays are not just for fun decor, they are a chance to show how elegant balloons can be. - Pat and Jim Skistimas Valentine's Day Parades Note: Some of the following comments include amounts of money in the imaginary unit called...
Balloon Special Effects It's so easy to deploy (pull down) a balloon drop that I've let bartenders do it, as well as DJ's. It's a pretty good ego trip for them and is great (word of mouth) PR for you. - unknown *LIGHTING LIGHTED ARCHES LIGHTED COLUMNS LIGHT SETS...
Outdoor Balloon Releases The National Weather Service releases 50,000 five foot diameter weather balloons each year. - unknown Outdoor Balloon Releases Things to watch out for Releases At Funerals Dissolving Arches Gift Box Release Outdoor Non-balloon Releases...
Balloons Outdoors Latex biodegrades with sun, wind and heat. - unknown Best Brand Of Balloons For Outdoor Work Balloons Outdoors In Hot Weather Balloons Outdoors In Cold Weather Outdoor Columns Outdoor Arches Outdoor Decorating With SDS Giant Balloons Outdoors Outdoor...
Making Balloons Last Prolong balloon clarity is to place inflated items in a clear plastic bag. - unknown -- PREINFLATING PLASTIC BAGS PREVENTING FROSTED BALLOONS KEEPING CLEARS CLEAR BALLOON SHINE/SHIELD SON OF A GUN/ARMOR-ALL FOLIAGE SEALER BALLOON JUICE HAIR SPRAY...
Balloon Care To get the longest life out of your latex balloons, they should be stored away from extreme temperatures (hot or cold) and away from light. - Unknown Storing Uninflated Balloons So They Last Carrying Uninflated Balloons So They Last Tips for Sorting Your...
Large Balloon Sculptures There is always a need for fresh decor ideas in this industry. - unknown CREATIVITY - WHERE TO GET IDEAS HOW TO MAKE LARGE SCULPTURES LARGE SCULPTURE TRICKS Fantasy Flowers TOPIARIES LETTERS & NUMBERS Making Murals Packed Garland SDS -...