Learn How to Make a Balloon Arch for Any Occasion
We all agree that the balloons are fun. If anyone sees a balloon, immediately a festive mood is created, where we combine fun and trouble-free joy with these lovely little chaps.
However, have you ever thought that balloons are an item with almost 200 years of tradition? They have undergone several changes to become what it is today. A balloon arch is one of the perfect decoration items you may need for any occasion and you can find them at a suitable price at any balloon shop, but somehow, it is always better to do them by yourself.
Here in this article, you are going to learn how to make your balloon arch without relying on any store or shop. Brace yourself; you are going to become the balloon arch master of your family and friends and remember that the joyful vibe that balloon arches add to a venue is worth the process of learning.
In this article, we discuss several points such as:
* What are the materials you need to make a balloon arch?
* How to make a successful base for a balloon arch?
* How to give a good shape to a balloon arch?
* How to give a personal unique touch to a balloon arch?
What Are the Materials You Need to Make a Balloon Arch?
When we see balloon arches, they immediately create a “Wow” factor! They are a very stylish decoration item for your celebrations. You might be wondering why everyone loves balloon arches. It is because they are trendy, cheap, easy to do, and can be customized according to your theme. However, the most important reason is that the result is just brilliant! They may seem complex to do at first glance, but they are very simple to create with a few materials and some easy steps to follow.
All you need as materiel is different balloons in sizes, colors and aspects (matte, metallic) to make your balloon arch festive. Make sure to choose the theme of your arch at the beginning. You are also going to need a transparent nylon thread or balloon wreath (approx. 4 m) to assemble your balloons, glue tablets to stick them and of course a balloon pump or an electric inflator.
How to Make Successful Base for a Balloon Arch?
The first step to a successful balloon arch is pumping the balloons. To spare your lungs, get a balloon pump and blow up all the balloons at the same time! Choose different sizes, and be aware not to overfill them. Make a knot in every balloon. Save a few balloons and put them aside so that you can add some at the bottom, to make up for possible holes, or to add texture.
Once all your balloons are inflated, pick three balloons and attach them. Make this the base of your arch, which you can load if you need to. Create pairs, trios, and even quartets if you wish. Pick colors that go well together. Finally, take your three big balloons, and attach them with the nylon string. Be sure they are secure.
How to Give a Good Shape to a Balloon Arch?
The first step to giving your balloon arch shape is to add your grouped balloons by putting them on the preceding balloons, and wrapping the string tightly around their hooks. Do not hesitate to go right back to ensure that the arch of the balloon is strong, and to give it the shape you want.
To make a classic balloon garland, you simply hang a couple of balloons in a single row. However, for a more restructured look, like a cloud-like effect, create volume in some places, preferably in the middle. Then simply add more balloons at the appropriate place, and keep going.
If you want to create a waveform, leave a gap between a couple of balloons to have enough space to press the wire onto the side of the wall and hang it up. When all your balloons are attached together, make sure that the balloon arch has the correct shape. Do not hesitate to rectify what should be corrected.
How to Give a Personal Unique Touch to a Balloon Arch?
To make your balloon arch unique, you first have to hook it. This is probably the stage that demands the most energy.
To fix your garland balloon to the wall: Use two-sided tape. Be sure to try it first in a place where your paint is not going to be damaged. Go from the bottom and gradually build up your balloon arch. The ideal is to seek the help of another person to carry out this process.
Now your unique touch depends on the occasion. If you wish to create a birthday balloon arch, you might opt to a jungle theme with yellow shades of balloons or a princess arch with pink-themed balloons. If it is for a wedding ceremony, then use white and pastel-colored balloons to make it look fancy and neutral. You can always add fresh flowers to the arch or letter-shaped balloons.
Decorative balloons are a real attention-getter. Colorful, beautifully shaped with soft, gentle forms, they spread joy everywhere. All you have to do is love them. That is why latex balloons are naturally also used for many different occasions. Birthdays are a very classical celebration to decorate with balloons. They are cheap and can be tied up wherever there is space for a colorful mood.
Balloon arches are easy to make, with few materials and easy beginners steps, but the pleasure they may give to you is wonderful and unmeasurable. Handmade experiences are always the best because they give you an emotional bond to the occasion, making it worth remembering.
