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How to Properly Inflate Confetti Balloons?

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We Have Summarized 4 Steps to Create the Perfect Confetti Balloons for Your Celebration.  1. Choose the  best size confetti balloon  for your event. 2. Blow up the balloons as close to the start time of the event as possible. A helium-filled balloon will float for approximately 8 hours for a 12" balloon and approximately 20 hours for an 18" balloon. 3. Do not inflate beyond the size indicated on the package. When fully inflated, the balloon should be almost transparent. 4. Do not place inflated balloons in direct sunlight or in areas of high humidity or heat. Our balloons are made of natural latex, which is biodegradable, and while this is a huge advantage for the environment, it also means that in high humidity or direct sunlight they will begin to slowly oxidize and become soft and opaque after a few days. Filling  confetti balloons  with air is the easiest way to keep confetti close to the sides of the balloon, but it won't make it float. While...

How to store latex balloons?

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Latex balloons  refer to the raw material, latex is harvested from the rubber tree .  Balloons  made from this rubber are called latex balloons. All latex balloons have a shelf life (or expiration date), and depending on how you store your balloons, they can last for several years.  However, we recommend using latex balloons within two years of manufacture, as they can become brittle and burst after years of non-use.  Tips Always  store balloons ​ in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Balloons should be kept away from direct light sources, such as sunlight, incandescent and fluorescent lamps. Store at room temperature between 68 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit (20 and 22 degrees Celsius). Keep balloons away from any heat sources, such as motors and hot water pipes.  Do not store the balloon in a vehicle or garage where the temperature fluctuates. Use a container with a good lid and do not overfill the container. It's important to let the balloon "bre...

How to Make a Simple Balloon Decoration

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What you need ● Balloons ● Ribbon ● Baskets ● Arch ● Weight ● Metal rod ● Tulle ● White Christmas tree lights   With the number of shapes, colors and sizes of balloons available, it's no surprise that they are the decorations of choice for many people. Whether you're decorating for a birthday party, anniversary party, retirement party or wedding, you'll find the right design and decorating tips for your party. Inflate balloons with helium and let them rise toward the ceiling, then tie them with small pieces of color-coordinated ribbon. Use the inflatable balloons as centerpieces, arches or anything you like. How to Make a Simple Balloon Decoration  Step 1 Create your own balloon centerpiece  using five helium-filled balloons. Tie a ribbon around the bottom of the balloon and tie each balloon to a small basket. Add contrast and interest by making each balloon a different height and then curling the ends of the ribbon. Step 2 Build a balloon arch at the entrance to your par...

How to Create Your Own Foil Balloons

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Things You'll Need ● Craft paper ● Paper roll for pattern ● Scissors ● Thermoplastic foil ● Tape ● Permanent marker ● Iron ● Wax paper ● Hot knife or electric heat pencil ● Inflation pump ● Helium gas   Foil balloons are made using plastic sheets that have been metalized. The very first foil balloons were created by NASA for space missions. They used Mylar for their balloons. You can create your own  foil balloons  at home using thermoplastic foils. Nylon and polyethylene foils are thermoplastic. These foils can be sealed together using heat. The heat melts the plastic and then, upon cooling, the material solidifies into one layer instead of two. Avoid foils that are made of thermosetting materials as heat cannot melt them so you cannot create seams. Step 1 Cover the table with two layers of craft paper. This will protect the table from any damage. Step 2 Trace the balloon on a piece of paper. You can draw any shape ...

Why do balloons oxidize?

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  Why do balloons oxidize? Not all balloons oxidize. Foil and vinyl balloons are less susceptible to this process. It's just a matter of  latex balloons . Most balloons you can buy at home and blow yourself up, as well as many inflatable balloons sold by retailers, are made from latex, a substance derived from rubber trees. As an organic material, latex degrades much faster than aluminum foil or vinyl. Latex balloons are sometimes even marketed as biodegradable, although they can take months or even years to fully decompose. (That's why releasing balloons into the air poses a threat to wildlife and the environment. Fish and other creatures often die from eating balloons that fall back to Earth;Biodegradable balloons can cause damage before they start to break down. ) But while decomposition takes a long time, latex balloons may begin to oxidize within hours of inflating. Oxidation is a chemical process that occurs when molecules lose electrons. What you need to know is that ox...

How to prevent balloon oxidation?

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You blow them up breathless, or you spend a lot of money on inflatable balloons -- and after just a few hours, your colorful decorations are starting to look cloudy. When shiny balloons take on a chalky appearance, a process called oxidation is to blame. You can't completely stop oxidation from happening, but a few simple steps can slow it down and keep the balloon shiny and bright for as long as possible.   Not all balloons oxidize. Foil and vinyl balloons are less susceptible to this process. It's just a matter of  latex balloons . Most balloons you can buy at home and blow yourself up, as well as many inflatable balloons sold by retailers, are made from latex, a substance derived from rubber trees. As an organic material, latex degrades much faster than aluminum foil or vinyl. Latex balloons are sometimes even marketed as biodegradable, although they can take months or even years to fully decompose. (That's why releasing balloons into the air poses a threat to wildlife a...

DIY Make Your Own Mini Balloon Bunting

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I love the endless things you can do with mini balloons! One of the favorite (and easiest) things to do is to make mini balloon bunting. Once we hang them anywhere, people can't help but comment on how cute they are. They can be hung almost anywhere, and since we offer a large selection of mini balloon colors including mini confetti balloons, you can make any combination to match your party theme!   Materials needed to make mini balloon bunting - Mini balloons! - Some thin ribbon, twine or thin string. - A balloon pump. Mini balloons are hard to blow with your mouth!   Make your bunting Blow all the mini balloons  to the same size, then consider the order in which you want to tie them to the ribbon.   ❤ Start tying them to a string or ribbon. We like to tie them below the knot so they hang neatly. Leave a gap of about 5 inches between each balloon. ❤ Keep going until you have a nice string of balloons! These look great hanging from mantelpieces, party tables, ceilin...