Tie Dyed, Balloon Animal T-Shirts and Instructional CDs.
Jeanine's Stuff, One of a Kind, Tie Dyed, Balloon Animal T-shirts. These shirts are hand dyed, hand drawn, and hand colored by Jeanine. Now through Valentine's Day, get a free CD of your choice with each shirt purchased. T-shirts are limited to stock on hand. Sizes Small through 3XL are currently available in limited quantities. Read more about: Tie Dyed, Balloon Animal T-Shirts and Instructional CDs. Contact: Jeanine Updated: 8 Feb 2010
Exciting World Balloon Convention updates!
Only two weeks remain to beat the Early-bird Deadline of February 20 and SAVE $100 on your World Balloon Convention registration! And remember, if you already have a Distributor Scholarship discount code worth an additional $150 OFF, this must also be used by February 20. You can still apply for a scholarship up until February 12 at WorldBalloonConvention.com.
Now when you register for the WBC, you'll have the option to pay as little as 50% of your total amount due at the time of registration. The remainder of the balance is then due by March 31, 2010. Just make sure you save the confirmation e-mail you receive after registering! It will contain a link to "Modify Your Registration," which you can access to make additional payments on your own schedule up until March 31.
For those who are unable to attend the WBC as a Full-package Delegate, you don't have to miss out completely! "A La Carte" Class Passes are now
available for Thursday, Friday, or Saturday. These full day class passes do NOT include event tickets, the Qualatex Plant Tour, and Hot Spot Sessions (although you can purchase event tickets separately as part of your
registration).
Because there are so many exciting opportunities offered at the WBC, the online registration process may seem a little lengthy. Don't expect to be done in five minutes! But you CAN make it go quicker by preparing ahead and
setting aside some time when you're ready to register. Review the event schedule (available on the Web site), and have an idea of what classes and Hot Spot Sessions you want to register for. During your registration, you'll also have the chance to purchase WBC apparel and get involved in volunteer opportunities.
Check out the WBC Web site NOW for all the latest updates and to register!
The WBC is taking place April 15-18 in Dallas, TX, USA. For questions, e-mail info@worldballoonconvention.com or call 800-743-9879 (or 316-685-2266 outside the USA). Read more about: Exciting World Balloon Convention updates! Contact: Julie Conner Updated: 7 Feb 2010
MAC'S Top Picks Vol.1 & Vol.2
Andrew McDonald Has just released two great DVD's in all 28 creations. Both of these DVD's are a must have if you do line work or restaurants. Each creation will take your twisting to a new level. The DVD's are easy to follow and fun to watch. Andrew has been featured in Balloon Magic the magazine and I know you will love them! Read more about: MAC'S Top Picks Vol.1 & Vol.2 Contact: Andrew McDonald Updated: 7 Feb 2010
2010 DJ, Balloon Camp CPAC
Although some may think so, Conventions are not and shouldn't be a competition for attendees. The gatherings are there for everyone to take advantage of learning new and exciting things. Summer Balloon Camp & Diamond Jam encourages everyone to be a part of as many conventions as possible. WBC, Twist & Shout, Float, Ballooniversity along with many distributor sponsored seminar days all offer great educational opportunities. We hope you choose to join us in Las Vegas as well as any others you are able to visit.
Bob Armstrong travels from England to join us in 2010 at Balloon Camp. www.diamondjam.com shows the Fresh Ideas from top professionals sharing new designs in classes designed to help you! Jack Mattson, BENNY NIEVES, SHELDON BLAKE and HOLLY NAGEL along with RALPH DEWEY, DUSTIN QUEARY, and others. Registration in February for Diamond Jam is $199 and includes a ticket to the Balloon Couture Fashion Show. Join us for a special celebration as the 2010 DIAMOND JAM celebrates RALPH DEWEY’S 35 years in the industry and 66 years of life. And let's not forget the Dewey Awards and World Record challenge. DJ, SBC, Gift Basket Expo, Party and Floral classes all held in Las Vegas from Sunday August 8th to Thursday August 12th. Early registration savings continue and a low hotel room rate of only $29.00 per night make this gathering one of the most economical educational events available. Hope to see you there. www.ballooncamp.com or register Mon - Fri. 7 AM till 2 PM (PST) toll free at 877-289-2741 Read more about: 2010 DJ, Balloon Camp CPAC Contact: Dave Scott Updated: 7 Feb 2010
Animated Art of Balloons, Volume 1
For over 40 years, Carl Skenes has been
entertaining audiences with his unique blend of
diverse talents. A performer for all occasions, Carl’
s expertise includes his audience-pleasing "3-D
Balloonimation". He has "played" with balloons
since the olden days of "245's"-- no "260's" yet!
The sculptures to be featured in this series saw
their genesis back in the 1980's, during street
performances in Charleston, SC. Since that time,
they have taken him across the United States and
around the world-- in television appearances,
corporate events, trade shows, festivals, circuses
and theme parks.
Volume 1 includes instructions for the following:
Mermaid (First sculpted in 1989, this "Maid of the
Sea".)
Yellow Dog (Goldenrod, actually...)
Boy & Girl Mouse (4 1/2 years in the making,
perfected in 1991!)
$35.00 Save shipping by ordering directly from Carl. E-mail info@skenesentertainment.com for details. Read more about: Animated Art of Balloons, Volume 1 Contact: Carl Skenes Updated: 6 Feb 2010
Stretch's Twist & Shout DVD Sale 2010
Stretch's DVDs will be on sale through February 23rd. . . Stretch will NOT have DVDs for you to purchase at Twist & Shout. . . This sale is NOT on the web site so email Stretch and mentioned you saw this ad on BHQ. He has 17 DVDs to choose from and all of them are included in this sale. . . DVDs are regular $40.00 each, but are on sale for $25.00 each with FREE S&H in the USA. . . For international orders, you must purchase at least 3 DVDs to receive FREE S&H. . . For more details email Stretch at stretch@stretchc.com. . . Go to his web site to find out the titles and descriptions of each DVD; http://stretchc.com/dvds.html Contact: Stretch the Balloon Dude (Wendell Clendennen) Updated: 4 Feb 2010
Twist & Shout Private Reserve Sculpture Contest
Win $100 Gift Certificate from Continental Sales!
Create a sculpture using Private Reserve Balloons.
Sculpture must use a minimum of 2 different Private Reserve balloons. While any number of additional balloons may be used the Private Reserve balloons must be prominent features of the sculpture and the print must be visible. Sculpture must be appropriate for all ages. You may use your own stock of Private Reserve balloons. Or you may use the balloons provided in the Twist & Shout tote bag. Feel free to trade with friends. (Packets are not all the same.) Private Reserve used must be in this section of our website: http://www.continentalsales.net/catalog.php?id=114. Limit one entry per Twist & Shout registered attendee.
Submit your entry.
Continental Sales’ booth, Friday, February 19, 2010, 8 am - 1 pm.
Vote for your favorite Sculpture.
Write the entry number on the back of your business card. Business card should include address and email. Limit one vote per Twist & Shout attendee. Vote must be on your business card to be counted. Vote at Continental Sales booth Friday (2/19/10) 1 pm - 5 pm or Saturday (2/10/10) 8 am - 1 pm.
Entry allows Continental Sales to use image of sculpture (with credit) for advertising. Voting or entry implies consent for Continental Sales to send emails, flyers, etc.
Lorinda & Lorna Ferrell, CBAs
Continental Sales
2924 18th Ave, Sacramento, CA 95820
800-350-4386 Fax 916-452-5078
Wholesale to the professional balloon artist.
http://www.ContinentalSales.net Read more about: Twist & Shout Private Reserve Sculpture Contest Contact: Lorinda Ferrell & Lorna Ferrell Updated: 4 Feb 2010
Workshops with Patricia Bunnell. Hotel discounts expire today
Lots of folks have pushed to have a balloon convention in NC. Now here is your chance to experience it firsthand. Patricia Bunnell will be teaching two fabulous classes on March 6th and 7th, 2010 in beautiful Asheville, NC. Class One is "Dragons, Dinosaurs, and Fantasy Figures." Class Two is "One Armed Bandits". All Saturday attendees get a free dinner. The registration process has been simplified. Today is the deadline for securing the block of discounted hotel rooms. Check out the website for all the details. Look forward to seeing you there! Read more about: Workshops with Patricia Bunnell. Hotel discounts expire today Contact: Carl Woody Updated: 3 Feb 2010
ITS OFFICIAL!!!
Patrick van de Vens FIRST DVD is ready!!! It is called Personal Favorites of Patrick van de Ven volume 1. It has a frog, tiger, dog, dolphin, monkey, horse, long neck dinosaur, crocodile and T-rex! The dvd is 1:30 mins. 40.00 plus 3.00 shipping. Its wonderful...just as all of Patrick's designs are! Its a DVD you must have.
www.myfriendandiproductions.com Read more about: ITS OFFICIAL!!! Contact: Patricia Bunnell Updated: 3 Feb 2010
Elastic Park needs your vote
Elastic Park is in the running for a $50,000 grant from Pepsi. The goal is to launch a touring museum show that highlights balloons by combining them with science, pre-history, and community. Awards are based on public voting. We need to stay in the top 10 to get the money. We need your vote! Please help us out! Read more about: Elastic Park needs your vote Contact: Karyn Dolan Updated: 2 Feb 2010
I am going to Disney.....are you?
IBA Annual Conference 2010.
Save the Date: September 21-23, 2010, for the Disney Institute in Orlando, FL.
Details of this 2 ½ day Disney Institute event include a day-long program presented by Disney leaders on Excellence in Business followed by a field trip to see actual behind the scenes Disney operations, and a special Disney experience dinner.
IBA Conference 2010 attendees will experience the famous and highly successful Disney service culture and processes while networking with fellow industry colleagues. Details and registration will be available on the IBA Web site soon.
Please follow the progress and achievements of the IBA by reading the monthly column in BRC and know that the IBA is only as strong as its members. Consider joining the IBA and becoming a part of this professional network of the industry’s best and brightest.
Best Regards,
Marty Fish
Executive Director
Read more about: I am going to Disney.....are you? Contact: Jacqui Bennoch Updated: 1 Feb 2010
Storefront Closing
SUPER STUFFER $495 (The same one that was just at FLOAT for $895). Included with this will be a new bag of 18" diamond Clear. There is one gone from the bag because I just opened it to make sure the machine was running fine (it was!). There are also clear plastic trays that the balloons can sit in and tons of the tying disks. The price does not include the shipping cost
HOWARD IMPRINTER HOT FOIL MACHINE $1200
Everything you will need to start hot foil stamping the minute this complete set arrives! This hand operated Howard Personalizer Model 150 has been used very little and is in excellent condition (cost of new one with everything included is over $2000) It contains a work table ($125), brand new training video, and brand new rg-45 ribbon guide. It has an imprint area of 1 ½" x 3 ½" wide. Standard Features • Fast heating thermostatic heat control • Easy to read temperature gauge • Plug-in replacement heating element • Infinite foil feed adjustment (saves money) • Precision engineered for easy operation • Self-centering type holder (made of brass) • Made in the U.S.A. • Adjustable handle for better leverage • Easy access on/off switch • Holds foil from 1" to 3 ½" wide • Operates on 110 volt current (220 volt also available) Some of the items that can be imprinted include: Mylar balloons, Bibles, Napkins, Ribbon, Wedding favors, Christmas cards, Calling cards, Folded notes, Guest books, Matte board, Matchbooks, Plastic/Name badges, Pencils, Photographs, Playing cards, Scrapbooks, Hundreds of other stock items. Also includes: One complete Fine Imprints font with caps/lower case/figures/points (Italian Old Style). This font has been used but is in very good condition. Three type holders. Reference Manual, TS-93 Self-Centering Type Holder, Worktable (holds napkins, books, stationery, etc), THS Type holder stand, foil rack, 18pt spacer set, TT-1 Wooden type tray, TT-3 spacer tray. Assorted foils, We are asking $1200, which is about 50% off if you bought everything that is included. Does not include the shipping cost
Contact: Rosemarie Kleitz CBA Updated: 1 Feb 2010
Latex Soup for the Balloon Twister's Soul.
The premier issue of Latex Soup has just rolled off the presses, and is ready to ship! What is Latex Soup? Somewhere between a newsletter and a magazine, Latex Soup is a fanzine for people interested in balloon art, or even art in general.
Issue one is the Sports Issue, and features five balloon sculpture instructions, along with other regular features and articles. Half size, 40 pages, color.
$7 Ppd in the USA, Paypal to wackycrazyfun@hotmail.com.
For more info, write to LatexSoup@hotmail.com, or check out our Twitter site.
For easy ordering, pick up a copy on eBay at: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290397324915
New Latex Soup commercial posted at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oWLHyA8p_0 Read more about: Latex Soup for the Balloon Twister's Soul. Contact: Scott Tripp Updated: 30 Jan 2010
BaLLOONiacs.com 6" Ladybug Link-O-Loons, Turtles and Edding Paint Markers
BaLLOONiacs.com exclusive LADYBUG LINK-O-LOONS: 6" fashion red Betallic Link-O-Loons with black dots for quick ladybug bracelets (BHQ Photo ID#75262). $15 for 100 count bags, plus $4 shipping and handling per two bags (add .50 for each additional bag S&H) or Pioneer Water Grenades (FOR TURTLE BRACELETS: BHQ Photo ID#75263) $4 for 100 count bags. $4 shipping and handling per two bags (add .50 for each additional bag S&H) and the best paint markers: EDDING PAINT MARKERS dispense highly opaque pigment ink with a lacquer finish, suitable for marking on all surfaces especially latex. Quick drying and imported from Germany in two sizes: 750 (4mm) and 751 (2mm) in Black, White, Pink, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Light Blue, Dark Blue, Purple, Brown and Silver. $7 each plus $4 S&H per two. Payments via Visa, MasterCard, Discover, PayPal (randyzacks@aol.com) or check. Will combine shipping or email invoice upon request. For questions or additional information call Randy Zacks, 614-404-5469, at BaLLOONiacs.com. Read more about: BaLLOONiacs.com 6" Ladybug Link-O-Loons, Turtles and Edding Paint Markers Contact: Randy Zacks Updated: 29 Jan 2010
Compete at the WBC for prizes, publicity, and practice!
Stretch your creativity to the limits and show off your balloon skills by entering the competitions at the World Balloon Convention! There's no better way to get involved, get media exposure, and get to know fellow balloon pros from around the world. Plus, the WBC is offering more than
$10,000 in cash and prizes! Who wouldn't want to get in on that?
There will be plenty of opportunities to participate, with competitions in the following categories:
- Large Sculpture
- Medium Sculpture
- Deliverable Sculpture
- Table Arrangement
- Delivery Bouquet
- Balloon Column
- Balloon Figure
AND, if you decide to enter the competitions and you meet certain guidelines, you can qualify to win the New Artist of the Year Award or the WBC 2010 Master Designer Award! With everything that's up for grabs, there's no reason to let this opportunity pass you by. Even if you don't win a competition, there are no "losers" because the experience you'll gain is invaluable. So rise up to the challenge, and make your mark in the balloon world!
You can sign up for competitions when you complete your online registration for the WBC. Visit http://www.WorldBalloonConvention.com/ and click on
"Competitions" for all the details, including rules and set-up guidelines.
The WBC is taking place on April 15-18 in Dallas, TX, USA. For questions, e-mail info@worldballoonconvention.com or call 800-743-9879 (or 316-685-2266 outside the USA). Read more about: Compete at the WBC for prizes, publicity, and practice! Contact: Julie Conner Updated: 29 Jan 2010
Announcing Robbie Furman's NEW Instructional DVDs
Special order EXTENDED until next FRIDAY February 5th!!! If you are looking to take your balloon business In a new direction...Deco-twisting is the direction to go into! Less Than $35.00 a video when you buy ALL THREE!!! ***** Twisticology 1 - Deco-Twisting: Floor Pieces *****Twisticology 2 - Deco-Twisting: Centerpieces ********* AND OUR NEWEST TITLE!!!Twisticology 3 - Deco-Twisting: Floating Centerpieces *********To take advantage of our great New Year's Special please visit:http://www.balloonsbyrobbie.com/Whats_new.html Read more about: Announcing Robbie Furman's NEW Instructional DVDs Contact: Robbie Furman, CBA Updated: 29 Jan 2010
T&S Roommates, Please help
Room needed for Bruce Ruark, if you have space available, e-mail bruark2@verizon.net or call him at 716 867-3476
Twist & Shout is also looking for a roommate for one of our female non-smoking staff, who would like to split the hotel fees, We also have had someone that has had to give up their room(the special $109 price) the hotel deadline has already passed, so if you would like to claim this room or share the above staff room, please contact "J" or Patty at 978-531-7974 Read more about: T&S Roommates, Please help Contact: Royal Sorell Updated: 29 Jan 2010
Twist & Shout 2010
Twist & Shout 2010 is only 19 days away! Airfares to Chicago are still really affordable! DON CALDWELL - STRETCH - JOLENE JANG - MELISSA GJERGJI - TONYA MCNEILL - TODD NEUFELD - RANDY ZACKS - JAN IIAMS - DEBBIE STEVENS - SMARTY PANTS - RICK MOHR - VICKY KIMBLE - ASI COHEN - COLIN MYLES - JONATHAN FUDGE There are still some spots available in the Master Classes and all of the class descriptions up and the class schedule are online now. Be sure to check out the website for the latest news and to find the Hotel discount rate deadline. Twist & Shout is the 'CAN'T MISS' event of the year with the best instructors, jam room, competitions and friendliest atmosphere of any convention. Twist & Shout's Instructors have won more awards than you can shake a 260 at)! We have a few spots available in the Stage Competition- don't get shut out! Invest in yourself and your business or just come to recharge your creative batteries and have some fun! You know you want to be there, all your balloon friends, heroes and internet buddies will be waiting for you! Don't miss it! Read more about: Twist & Shout 2010 Contact: Patty Sorell Updated: 29 Jan 2010
seeking female roommate for twist and shout
Hi
Seeking female roommate(s) for Twist and Shout.I will be getting there Tuesday and leaving Friday night. The best way to reach me is to call me at 718-278-4871 or you can email me at cdaisyclown@yahoo.com Contact: Wendy Pincus Updated: 28 Jan 2010
Twist & Shout Convention Roomie
I would like to attend the Twist & Shout Convention but I need a place to stay if anyone has a room and is in need of a roommate please call me at 716 867-3476 or email me at bruark2@verizon.net. Read more about: Twist & Shout Convention Roomie Contact: Bruce Ruark Updated: 26 Jan 2010
$100 Discount for Float Delegates
The 3 day Techniques and Portfolio Seminar on March 8 in Tampa Fl will be sponsoring Betallic balloons this time. Seminar is $399. See the website for all the information. www.learnballoondecorating.com For all past Float attendees or registered Float 2010 members, there will be a $100 discount making the price $299. Come down to sunny florida and increase your learning capacity, speed, and kick up your portfolio a notch!!! Remember, if you cannot make a balloon column with a 3 ft topper on it, take a picture for your portfolio, and then take the whole column apart and put back in your bag for future use... then I am afraid you dont know how the first step in making a balloon column!!! Come let us show you these money saving and time saving techniques! Read more about: $100 Discount for Float Delegates Contact: Linda Kiss Updated: 26 Jan 2010
Valentine's Day Special--Master Series DVD set
Pioneer Balloon Co. and Conwin Inc. are offering $20 off the Balloon Decor Master Series Instructional DVD Set through February 15th, 2010. Take advantage of the savings and log-on to the Master Series Website to purchase the set through participating distributors.
In this three disc set, you'll get inspiration and learn innovative techniques that will help bring your work to life! From fantasy flowers to balloon walls, each of the versatile 15 step-by-step designs are clearly presented with easy to follow instructions along with themed transformation options.
The interactive web links enable you to say "connected" to the experts so you will always have access to the latest trends, tips, and products available. Included in the collection are 24 heavy weight, glossy stock, 8.5" X 11" Portfolio Bulder Images to assist you in selling the designs to your clients.
Instructors:
Jodie Norris, Dee White, and Sue Marston-Weston - renowned European designers, showcase the latest trends in combining non-round balloons with classic balloon decor, while Linda Bruce and Steven Mayhew - two innovative designers from the USA, feature a variety of best-selling arrangements.
Read more about: Valentine's Day Special--Master Series DVD set Contact: Jacqui Bennoch Updated: 26 Jan 2010
A week of shirts
Just to so you don't have to do a laundry, a full week's worth of Airigami fine art T-shirts are now available. Da Vinci, Cezanne, Escher, Wood, Warhol, Whistler. Read more about: A week of shirts Contact: Larry Moss Updated: 26 Jan 2010
2008 Delivery Van
GMC Savana cargo van for sale. Holds 300 eleven inch latex or more. Equipped with net to hold balloons in back & straps to hold down helium tanks.
Little over 13,000 miles on it. Good condition. We must sell because we closed our business in December. The van is located in Thousand Oaks, California.
Call Jeanne @ 805-217-9045 or Dave @ 805-217-9513
Contact: Jeanne Cockcroft, CBA & Dave Cockcroft Updated: 25 Jan 2010
