• A useful guide to the different styles of balloon arches

    This months blog follows on from my last blog – What is the difference between a balloon arch & a balloon garland. So you have decided you want a balloon arch for your special occasion. But did you know there are quite a few different styles available? This guide will show you the different styles of balloon arches that you can have. 1. A single helium balloon arch These traditional balloon arches are helium filled and the most common when people think about balloon arches. They are not really suitable for outdoors as they will blow around a lot. Until…

  • What is the difference between a balloon arch and a balloon garland?

    Did you know, a balloon arch and a balloon garland are two completely different things? A lot of people actually do think they are the same thing. And make the mistake of asking for a balloon arch, when in fact they are looking for a balloon garland. So let me explain the difference….. Balloon Arches Balloon arches always need framework – (unless you are using helium). Whether you are having a half arch, a full outdoor arch or a small indoor table arch, they all have framework for support. And this the reason you will be quoted anywhere between £100…

  • Garden Parties

    With most venues still being closed and people having to social distance. Garden parties are the way to go this summer for all your celebrations. Birthday parties, baby showers, anniversaries, retirement parties and anything else you want to celebrate, can be done this way. Make sure you keep up to date with all the latest guidelines to ensure you are keeping everyone safe and if you do this, you will still be able to have a great party. Once you have done this and worked out who you can have round to party, you will need to think of your…

  • Company Anniversary

    A Company anniversary / birthday is a big reason to celebrate. Whether you are celebrating your first year or your 100th year – yes I have decorated for a business celebrating its 100th year!! Whatever stage you are with your business, make a point of celebrating your company anniversary and hold a special event. Fit Base UK Gym Turns 1 On Saturday the 7th of March Fit base uk gym in Dunstable had their first birthday. They had lots of fun things planned for the day, there was even cake and I was asked to provide them with balloon décor,…

  • Arches of fun!

    As a balloon decorator, Balloon arches are such a huge big part of our business. If you are looking for an element to take your next celebration to the next level, whether you’re hosting a birthday party, welcoming a new baby or celebrating a hen party, a balloon arch is just what your party needs and I can create just about anything for you! Balloon arches are such a wonderful way to set the scene, bringing attention and colour to any event. When used outdoors, they work fabulously well for sporting events, the opening of new shops or businesses, and…

  • Supporting Great Ormond Street

    Creative Decorations Supports Great Ormond Street Hospital With thanks to BAPIA, for the 4th year running, we volunteered our time and expertise to help Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital with balloons and decorations at their special Christmas parties for children being cared for by the Hospital. The four parties were spread over two days with around 500 guests, giving children and their families time away from the hospital wards to enjoy having fun together. The parties were the first in the series of ‘12 Days of GOSH Xmas’, where from the 14th to 25th of December Great Ormond Street Hospital…