This year, consider getting something for mom that she doesn't expect. Instead of getting her yet another set of a dozen roses or a store-bought card, make her balloon art!
Here's everything you need to know to make balloon art for Mother's Day, simplified into three categories.
]]>This year, consider getting something for mom that she doesn't expect. Instead of getting her yet another set of a dozen roses or a store-bought card, make her balloon art!
Here's everything you need to know to make balloon art for Mother's Day, simplified into three categories.
Bouquets aren't just for flowers. Group a bunch of balloons together and you have a balloon bouquet! But, you've got to put some thought into it.
What are your mom's favorite colors? Get a few shades of pink or green if that's her absolute favorite, or find a fun way to combine two or three colors she wears a lot. If she's a sports fan or really loves to take pride in her heritage, use the colors of the team or flag.
Don't just get balloons of the same size, either. Get a few small, medium and large balloons and play with the lengths of the strings as well. Most importantly, make sure you have some way of transferring the bouquet when it's all done!
In addition to a bouquet, consider buying some lettered balloons. These are popping up all over the place - for birthday parties, weddings, and anniversaries. Why not use them to wish your mom a Happy Mother's Day, too?
You can spell out any of the following phrases:
The balloons come as one letter each, so you'll have to think about how you want to display them. Most of these come in standard colors as well (gold, silver, black), which means you may have to get creative about how they match the rest of the celebration's decor.
Still, this is a surefire way to make your mom feel appreciated. Big balloons take all the most important sayings a child can tell their mom, and get the message across in a fun, unique way.
Whether you're arranging a bunch of regular balloons or getting fancy with lettered arrangments, remember, this is your gift to mom. It can be anything you want it to be!
To tie everything together, consider creating a few custom balloons. That's right, this is a thing, and it's pretty cool. All you have to do is find a graphics or customization site that allows you to order balloons you've designed yourself.
You'll have to pick from standard sizes and shapes, but beyond that, you have a lot of creative freedom. Think of this kind of like customizing cake orders or getting custom t-shirts. You can upload family pictures or fun sayings, and the service provider does the rest!
You can't make balloon art for Mother's Day without balloons. Whether you order them online, create custom balloons, or go to the store, it's better to get these sooner rather than later. Don't forget pumps or strings!
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]]>Consider a spring-themed balloon arch.
They're a great way to make an impression. And here's the best part:
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Here's what you'll need:
Once you've got all of these, you're ready to get started.
It doesn't have to be a masterpiece. And you can skip this step if you have a vision already.
But it does help to have an idea of the general shape you want our arch to take.
Cut a piece of flexible PVC pipe to the length and height you want the arch to be.
The simplest way to secure your arch is to stick the ends of the pipe into a bucket filled with gravel, pebbles, or sand.
You can wrap the bucket in decorative paper and cover the sand or gravel with colored sand or pebbles.
This can be done with a pump, or your lungs - if you've got the power!
To give your arch more dimension, inflate balloons to different sizes. And be sure to keep some extra small to fill in any gaps once it's assembled.
Consider your color palette and how you'll vary the colors when assembling the arch. You can create your arch to feature a different color every balloon. Or you can create clusters of colors to keep it more cohesive.
Grab four balloons you want to put together.
Tie two of the balloons together by the tails or by using string instead. Do the same with other two. You should now have two balloon pairs.
Twist the balloon pairs together to make a clover shape. Place the first pair of balloons over the second pair to create a cross shape.
Then pull the bottom pair of balloons upward. Pull the right one to the left, and the left one to the right.
Pull the balloon clover shape against the pipe. The knot in the middle of the clover should be resting directly against the pipe.
Twist the two adjacent balloons together so that they close in front of the pipe. Or you can secure the balloons to the pipe with string or ribbon.
Using your low-temperature glue gun to avoid popping the balloons, create a fuller arch and fill in any holes with smaller balloons and flowers.
When using the glue gun, hover it above the balloon to add a drop of adhesive. Then tuck in those smaller balloons or fresh spring flowers such as tulips and daffodils.
Voila!
Having a spring-themed balloon arch will set your celebration apart from the rest. And now that you know how easy it is to make, what's stopping you?
If you have any other tips on building an impressive balloon arch, feel free to comment below!
]]>If you want this year's St. Patrick's Day celebration to be the best yet, now is the time when you need to start planning. There is a lot that goes into creating the perfect St. Patrick's Day decor, and you want to be prepared.
Below, we've put together the ultimate party planning guide. These ideas will work whether you're having a smaller get-together with a few people or are throwing a big party for all your friends.
Read on for all our decor ideas so you can host an event people will be talking about until next year's party comes around.
Your St. Patrick's Day decor should be exciting, but it shouldn't be difficult for you to put together. You'll have so many things to keep track of, and you don't want something that's hard to set up.
Balloon decor is a great option because it makes a statement, but it isn't difficult to arrange. Keep it simple with various shades of green, opt for a mix of holiday colors like green and gold, or represent the Irish flag with green, white, and organic.
Whatever color scheme you choose, balloons are an easy way to make any celebration look spectacular.
Everyone thinks green on St. Patrick's Day, and that usually means they want to eat and drink green as well!
Stocking your celebration with festive drinks and bites is a great detail that all your guests will appreciate. Consider putting out corned beef and cabbage, green Jello, green frosted cookies, and even a plate of green veggies.
If it's green and it's edible, give it a try!
The shamrock is the symbol of St. Patrick's Day, so the more ways you can incorporate it into your St. Patrick's Day decor, the better.
Create a wreath with shamrock ribbon to put on your front door, and string shamrock lights around your windows.
If you can find a shamrock cookie cutter, you can use it to make shaped sandwiches and other snacks. Strings of shamrock beads also make a great accessory for your guests to wear during the party and to take home as a small party favor after.
There are a lot of options for shamrock decor available, so don't be afraid to go a little overboard. St. Patrick's Day only comes around once a year!
If you're already looking forward to your St. Patrick's Day celebration, you want to start ordering and collecting your decor now. The closer it gets, the harder it will be to find the decorations that will take your party over the top.
For more information on holiday decor and ways that you can make your St. Patrick's Day celebration look amazing, please feel free to contact us at any time.
]]>Whether you're planning an event to celebrate an occasion or just thank your employees, there's never a bad time to host an event.
But if you've ever planned a corporate event before, you know how quickly the cost of decor can add up. Make sure you read this article and take notes.
Here are four great corporate event decor tips to give your event a bigger feel for less money.
Your first step will be to establish a theme for your event. Ideally, your theme will be relevant and appropriate to whatever it is you're celebrating.
Why establish a theme?
Namely, because it ensures that all of your decorations look uniform and cohesive. Imagine walking into a Paris-themed party only to see ocean decor all over the place. It'd be quite jarring!
So take special care when determining your event's theme. It may be the first step, but it's likely the most important.
Here's a tip worth remembering: your color choices matter more than you might think. Your decorations are about more than just looking good, they're about creating atmosphere and setting a mood.
Make sure that you and those in your planning committee choose colors that make sense for your theme. You may also want to look into basic color psychology to help you out.
Warm colors tend to evoke different emotions than cooler colors, for instance.
With ideas for decor in mind, it's time to find the perfect venue.
A quick note: decide on your venue before buying a single piece of decor. Otherwise, you may find yourself seriously stressed out when something inevitably needs to be altered.
When looking into venues, take size into account first and foremost.
Your venue should be big enough to accommodate your employees and their guests while giving them room to mingle. It also determines how much area your decorations will have to cover.
Let's be real for a minute, corporate event decorations can be expensive. Particularly if you buy them piecemeal.
Instead, consider buying your decorations in bulk. There are tons of great sites that offer packages with almost everything you'll need.
Best of all, they're affordably priced! There's sure to be a decor package that fits your budget and needs.
Planning a corporate event may be a lot of work, but these corporate event decor tips are sure to make your job far easier.
Don't forget to contact Balloon Express about purchasing one of our fantastic balloon packages.
When you enlist the help of Balloon Express, all you have to do is relax. We've got your decor covered!
]]>We all know weddings can be pricey. With the average cost of one reaching well over $28,000, $1,800 of that goes straight to the decor.
Every wedding should be magical, but that doesn't mean you have to go broke in the process. To save some extra cash for the honeymoon or other expenses, we have just the trick.
Wedding balloons are an inexpensive way to liven up a venue. They're colorful and add just the right amount of ambiance.
With a variety of styles and colors to choose from, you can find ones to match the theme of your wedding. We have a few ways on how to incorporate them into your special day.
Ready to find out what they are? Here we go!
Sometimes a bulky centerpiece can get in the way of guests talking to one another. To encourage both sides of the family to get to know one another, add some balloons!
Instead of leaving the string bare, wrap foliage around it. This works great as an alternative to flower centerpieces. You still get the color and liveliness, just without them taking up half the table.
While it is your day, your guests want to be entertained as well. So, why not have a fun background they can take photos in front of? This'll give them a picture they can cherish for years to come.
This can be easily done yourself by tying the wedding balloons to a lattice wall. But make sure to stick to one color. Adding multiple shades can overwhelm the space the backdrop is in.
To make it more fun, make the balloons different sizes. It adds a unique touch.
Hiring someone to write out place cards can get expensive. Instead of hiring a calligrapher, do it yourself!
If you don't have a seating chart for your guests but want your tables numbered, you can use balloons instead. Simply place one balloon in the center of each table with a number written in marker.
There's nothing to it besides having patience. Your guests will be in awe of your handiwork.
If you're saving money by having your wedding or reception at home, you'll love this pool decor idea. Instead of putting a tarp over it or leaving it as is, it's a great place for your balloons.
You may need to restring the balloons onto ones that are longer. This is, so the balloons aren't hitting the water but rather floating above. To make it more magical, cut the strings at varying lengths.
Place them into the pool with their weights attached. Put them all throughout the pool for a modern display.
When it gets dark outside, have some floating candles in the pool as well. It'll showcase your display for all your guests to see.
Your wedding is a place for magic to happen. Instead of sacrificing decor, just add balloons. It's an easy and creative way to dress up tables and walls.
For all your balloon needs, check out our decor packages!
]]>There are never enough ways to say it, but here are four of our favorite unique ways to say I love you.
Let's be honest here, who really wants to spend their Valentine's night cleaning dishes or doing laundry? The answer: no one.
Sometimes, the best way to say I love you isn't by saying it at all--it's by taking action. After all, actions speak louder than words.
Rack your brain and come up with a list of services you can provide for your significant other.
Come up with a list of chores they hate, for instance, and complete them all before they get home from work. Or treat them to a delectable home-cooked meal complete with candlelight.
It doesn't have to be anything complex, just something that will make their day easier.
You read that and got a little envious, didn't you? We can't blame you, there's no better way to start your day than waking up to a wonderful breakfast next to the person you love.
This Valentine's Day go above and beyond with breakfast in bed.
Prepare a few roses in a vase and cook their favorite breakfast foods. You can even buy a stencil or a bread stamp and put 'I love you' directly on their food.
Valentine's Day provides a great chance to do something special for your partner. And while a nice dinner or a relaxing massage is great, they're ultimately short-lived.
But what if you went the extra mile and made the entire day about them? Of all the unique ways to say I love you, this one may require the most planning. You'll have to start ASAP.
Think about what your partner loves to do the most and schedule a day of fun. Treat them to their favorite restaurant, take them to that movie they've been dying to see, or walk around downtown.
Your partner will feel special when you make the whole day about them.
Everyone loves balloons. There's something so fun and exciting about a bouquet of balloons. Share this excitement when you customize a set of balloons just for your special someone.
Spell out 'I love you', their name, or just write a sweet message. The choice is yours! You can customize your balloon bouquet however you choose.
You have plenty of ways to let your significant other know how much you love them. And at Balloon Express, we'd love to help!
Get in touch today and order your balloon bouquet. Choose from a variety of colors and themes or customize your own!
But hurry up! Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Order today and make sure your lover's Valentine's Day is one they'll remember forever.
]]>Of course, helium really helped balloons take off -- no pun intended! -- and today we have shiny, colorful mylar balloons that come in a variety of shapes and styles. For some easy ways to create a festive party atmosphere using ordinary birthday balloons, read on!
Every kid loves balloons, and they are an easy way to make any birthday celebration super festive. You're probably already planning on decorating your mailbox and front porch with balloons to let folks know where the party is, but you might be stumped when it comes to decorating with birthday balloons indoors.
This one is so easy that it's almost silly! All you need to do is blow up the requisite number of balloons, then string them together using a large needle and a long length of yarn. Hang your garland from a curtain rod or tack them across an entryway.
Just be sure not to poke the balloons themselves with the needle!
You don't need helium to have a fun, fanciful field of balloons suspended above guests' heads. Simply inflate colorful balloons, tie ribbons to them, and use scotch tape to secure them to your ceiling.
This effect adds an extra pop of excitement over a dining table, buffet, or even the birthday child's bed!
Slip a spoonful of multicolored confetti inside each balloon before blowing it up. Once it's inflated, the confetti adds extra pizzazz!
Planning a princess or fairy birthday party, or a more sophisticated soiree for an older child? Instead of the normal-sized balloons, opt for jumbo ones. Wrap each in a length of tulle or another sheer, feminine fabric. Gather the fabric together at the balloon's base and tie with wide ribbon or sparkly yarn. A small cluster of flowers is also a nice touch!
Of course, this works with smaller balloons as well, but jumbo balloons are really impressive when embellished with tulle.
It's not always about the balloon itself -- wow your guests by getting creative with the string. Start with plain colored helium balloons, then let your imagination run wild!
Tie several lengths of curling ribbon to the balloon, then use scissors to give them that curl. Novelty yarns, wired holiday ribbon, paper chains, popcorn garlands, feathers, or even strips of sparkly fabric are other great embellishments.
Michael Faraday would likely have been astonished to know that his scientific creation would lead to the likes of balloons shaped like crabs wearing Bermuda shorts! But, it's not necessary to buy novelty birthday balloons to create a showstopping scene for your child's party.
With a little creativity and some supplies from the dollar store (or your craft room!), you can whip up birthday balloons that might just rival the cake and presents for attention!
Do you have any clever or creative balloon decoration tricks? Let us know in the comments!
]]>Balloons are always a "pop"ular choice for party decorations.
In fact, balloons have been around for more than 100 years!
But we've all attended those parties that have been decorated unimaginatively with random balloons bunched in each corner. Those kinds of decorations can leave you feeling deflated...
But party balloons don't need to be like that!
With a little imagination and the right inspiration, you can make your party decorations a huge success. Keep reading for some great ideas.
Decorating with balloons can be classy, cute and even funky.
Read on for some awesome inspiration.
Balloon arches are an impressive addition to any homecoming, wedding or birthday bash. If an arch seems like too much, a few columns decorating the room will look just as classic.
A balloon wall also creates a spectacular look. Filling a whole wall with balloons will definitely give that wow factor you're looking for.
Whether you hire a professional photographer or not, all of these options can make awesome backdrops for photo opportunities.
Why settle for generic when balloons can be personalized?
For a business event, your logo can be used, which can act as a promotion and a decoration at the same time.
If you're celebrating an anniversary or birthday, numbers are essential. Is it your 25th wedding anniversary? That can be printed on a balloon!
Names, messages, and photos can also be printed on the balloon, this is especially cool if it's a surprise party!
Balloons can come in all different shapes and sizes.
Extra large balloons are great, especially if your venue is big. But smaller balloons can be a cute addition to your party at home. A variety of small and large balloons mixed together make great floating centerpieces for tables.
Balloons can be sculpted into a variety of shapes. For example, a palm tree for a tropical themed party, or even shaped into a bride and groom for a wedding reception!
Choosing the right colors are essential to matching the overall theme of a party. Balloons can be in all matching colors or can be a variety of random colors to create a rainbow! Balloons can also come with effects such as a marble style coloring.
Balloons can also have surprised inside, such as glitter, confetti, or even another balloon. You can even have balloons with hidden confetti inside that reveals the gender of your baby!
Glow in the dark balloons can look super cool for a nighttime party, with mini led light bulbs inside giving your party that neon effect all night long!
Sometimes buying a few helium-filled balloons is enough...but you can spice them up with some DIY ideas.
Hang photos from the string of helium balloons. This is great if you're celebrating a wedding, anniversary or some kind of achievement.
Dip the balloons in glue and sprinkle them with glitter for a fabulous sparkly look. Or splatter them with metallic paint for some added glamour.
Wrap artificial flowers to the bottom of the balloon. Or add a cardboard cone to make the balloons resemble ice creams!
Or simply string the balloons together creating a simple arch effect.
There is no limit to what you can do with a few simple balloons!
As you can see, balloons don't have to be boring.
With a little extra imagination, your party balloons can be a work of art.
If you really want that wow effect, check out our range of balloons, we can make your party one that will never be forgotten!
]]>Many folks assume that balloon decor must always look immature or childish. In reality, balloon decorations have a rich history and can be used to create sophisticated, artistic decor.
These features make balloon decor packages an ideal decorating choice for any occasion. Wondering how balloons can fit into your event? Check out this ultimate guide to using artistic balloon decor.
Whether you're hosting a party or a corporate event, balloon arches can be a great way to generate excitement and direct attendees to where they need to go. You'll have plenty of flexibility in choosing the size of the arch, the shape of the arch, and the color and style of the balloons.
Balloon columns usually come in pairs and act like balloon pillars. While you can put them in front of a door like you would with a balloon arch, you also have other options. For instance, you can place balloon columns on a stage, or next to exhibit tables.
Want to provide the perfect place for your guests to snap pictures? Look no further than a balloon backdrop. You can also use these on stage as a background to create atmosphere. In some cases, you can even use different kinds of balloons to create images, designs, or wording on your balloon backdrop.
If you are looking for a unique way to incorporate balloons into your events' design, consider using balloons in your centerpieces. These can be a good conversation starter among guests, and can even be sent home as gifts. For balloon centerpieces, you will want to use balloons filled with helium so that the balloons will hover above the table.
Does your event have a special guest that you need to honor? A balloon bouquet can be a creative way to show gratitude or to celebrate a special occasion.
Ready to take balloon art to a new level? Instead of twisting balloons into new shapes, balloon sculptures use several balloons to create large depictions of animals, flowers, flags, and more.
What better way to celebrate than showering your guests with balloons? The right number and colour of balloons paired with perfect timing can make a balloon drop the perfect statement at your event.
If you are hosting an event for your business or organization, balloons can be a great way to communicate branding. Research shows that color increases brand recognition by 80%, so choosing colors that align with your company's logo will attract attendees' attention and build brand awareness. Not to mention, you can also have brand information about your company or organization printed on the balloon.
With these benefits in mind, it is easy to see how balloons are a great choice for any event. If you are ready to get balloons for your event, check out balloonexpress.ca. We will help you find the perfect balloon display for your needs.
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