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Balloon Decorating on a Frame Instructions

You will Need

  • 11" quality balloons for large archway or 5" for smaller decorative frames
  • Stauchions or base for frame or Column (stauchions can be hired-see price list under dance floor and staging)
  • Aluminium rod or strong fencing wire fashioned into the required shape or to extend height of column. 
  • Tape for all sharp ends!

Frame: Air-filled balloon arches require a sturdy frame. A strong, flexible material such as conduit, PVC pipe, and aluminium or plastic rod will work well. For additional support, you’ll need to wire the arch to the wall or ceiling, and/or find a sturdy base to anchor the frame at the bottom.

If you choose to fill your balloons with helium, the gas will hold the balloons up without additional support; all you’ll need is heavy nylon thread or twine to tie the balloons together, and two ground supports to tether down each end of the line. Be aware that your balloons will only look great for about 8 hours using helium in Queensland Australia. The hotter it is and the more humid it is the less time they will last. 

For air-filled arches, set up the frame in its permanent location, if possible. If not, lay the frame flat so that balloons can be easily attached. (Note: If using an aluminium rod frame, the balloons can be attached before shaping the rod into an arch.)


Step 1;    Inflate two latex balloons and tie the necks together. Repeat so that you have two pairs of balloons tied together.

Step 2;    Now cross the pairs of balloons in the middle and twist them together to make a cluster of four.

Step 3;    Starting at one end of the arch, place the cluster against the frame, or line. Wrap one balloon around the frame; then twist it around another balloon to lock the cluster on the frame. If using helium, tie the cluster securely to the line.

Step 4;    Repeat steps 1 and 2 to make another cluster. Place the second cluster against the first and secure it in place. Adjust the second cluster so it nests snugly against the first.

Step 4;    Continue adding clusters, until the entire length of the frame is filled. Move it to its permanent location when completed. Frame can be secured to ceiling or walls using fishing wire so that it will be hidden from view.

To create a column of balloons, follow the instructions above using stauchions as the base and extending to required height using pvc tubing or aluminium rod. 

 

 

 

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Last modified: March 11, 2010