Balloon decorating entrepreneur provides balloons to decorate clients' homes or offices for special occasions such as birthday, theme, and company parties; or celebrations for newborns, anniversaries, graduations, retirements, etc. Other occasions of balloon decorating may include creating special table centerpieces, balloon deliveries in clown or character outfits, and balloon "drops," in which balloons filled with ordinary air are suspended in large nets from the ceiling and are released in a colorful cascade. As the balloon decorating business owner, you meet with clients in your home or theirs and fill out a planning sheet to agree on the kind and placement of balloons (sketches by clients help). Then, give a cost estimate with the aid of an order form you've had printed up, and take a non-refundable deposit that will at least cover your initial costs if the customer should cancel. Your telephone number (or a contact person's) should be listed on the customer's copy of the order form in case there are any questions.

Start-Up Costs And Financing Sources

• Approximately $200-$250 for basic balloon decorating supplies, rental fees, and brochures and flyers.
  
• Personal funds, loans from family or friends, credit cards.

Pricing Guidelines

• Fixed rates for certain events are recommended by the industry of balloon decorating. For example, balloon wedding packages should cost $250-$750.

Marketing And Advertising Methods And Tips

• Place advertisements on community bulletin boards, attach business cards to balloon decorating arrangements, pass out flyers with your business description, sign up with local newspapers' business directories, post a signboard outside events, and encourage word-of-mouth referrals.
  
• Direct mailings to newly engaged couples, school districts that hold formal dances and various organizations are effective in promoting the business of balloon decorating.
  
• Put together a portfolio or photo album of your work of balloon decorating to show to potential customers.

Essential Equipment

Balloons, mylars (foil-like balloons), curling iron to seal the mylars, netting, assorted marbles (to anchor balloons), helium tanks, air and gas fillers, miscellaneous supplies (scissors, string, ribbon, tape, etc.).

Recommended Training, Experience, Or Needed Skills

• Have a flair for decorating.
  
• Study how-to videos.
  
• Attend balloon artists' conventions.

Income Potential

$150 to $200 ranges per special event.

Type Of Business

Out-of-the-home

Best Customers

• Engaged couples,
  
• Families of retirees,
  
• Companies and organizations that hold regular banquets,
  
• New parents,
  
• Newly established schools.

Helpful Tips

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• Try different methods of advertising so potential customers can hear about your service.
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• The National Balloon Decorating Centers suggests the following: develop a game plan, keep good records, attend classes, study manuals and videos, and practice

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