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Use this guide to compare balloon garland lengths and the shapes they can create around a party table.Compare the garland sizes Garland length Shape shown in the size guide 3.5 ft A short horizontal garland above the table. 7 ft A longer horizontal garland above the table. 11.5 ft A garland extending across the top and curving down one side. 14 ft A garland extending across the top and further down one side. 21 ft A full arch extending across the top and down both sides. Choose a size for your displayDecide whether you want a short horizontal decoration, a garland that curves down one side, or a full arch. Measure the route you want the balloons to follow before choosing your kit.The illustration shows example arrangements rather than exact coverage for every table. The final shape depends on your balloon sizes and how you position the garland.Assemble your garlandFollow the balloon garland and arch instructions for the assembly steps, balloon quantities and hanging methods.Need help?For questions or further assistance, email britta@taraswonderworld.co.uk.Find Tara’s Wonderworld on Instagram and Facebook: @Taraswonderworld.

Create a mini balloon table decoration with two latex balloon layers and a foil balloon on top.What’s included 10 mini 5-inch latex balloons: five of each of two colours 1 mini foil balloon Ribbon Before you startWork on a clean surface so dust and dirt do not stick to your balloons. Use a balloon pump and avoid overinflating them.Step 1: Inflate the base balloonsSelect the colour for the base and inflate four balloons to an equal size. Avoid overinflating. Gently shape them with your hands so they are rounder.Step 2: Tie the base balloons into pairsTie two balloons together at their necks. Repeat with the other two balloons. Pull gently when joining them.Step 3: Make the base layerPlace one pair on top of the other and squeeze the upper balloons between the lower balloons. Twist two adjoining balloons so they swap position, creating one cluster of four.Step 4: Inflate the top-layer balloonsInflate four balloons in the second colour to about half the size of the base-layer balloons. Gently shape them for a rounder finish.Step 5: Make the top layerTie the four smaller balloons into two pairs. Intertwine the pairs using the same method as the base, leaving you with two separate four-balloon layers.Step 6: Join the layersAttach ribbon to the centre of the base cluster. Place the smaller cluster on top and press down at the centre while wrapping the ribbon several times around the middle. Keep the layers tightly secured.Step 7: Attach the foil balloonInflate the mini foil balloon, attach the remaining ribbon to it and tie it tightly to the top of the balloon cluster. Your mini table sculpture is now assembled.Tips for caring for your balloonsKeep balloons away from direct sunlight and high temperatures, which can cause colour changes or bursting. Confetti balloons may become less clear.If a balloon deflates before your celebration, carefully cut it away and replace it with a spare.Safety informationWarning: choking hazard. Children under eight years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision is required. Keep uninflated balloons away from children and discard broken balloons immediately.Take care when handling balloons near eyes. Eye protection is recommended when inflating balloons. Use a balloon pump; do not inflate balloons by mouth.Latex balloons are made from natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions. Keep this safety information for future reference.Need help?For questions or further assistance, email getintouch@taraswonderworld.co.uk.Find Tara’s Wonderworld on Instagram and Facebook: @Taraswonderworld.

Make a curly-legged octopus balloon and attach it to your balloon sculpture.What you’ll need Long modelling balloons for the legs 1 large 11-inch balloon for the head Inflatable eye balloons Glue dots A balloon pump A long, round support, such as a chair leg, for shaping the curls Before you startWork on a clean surface so dust and dirt do not stick to your balloons. Use a balloon pump and avoid overinflating them.Step 1: Stretch the long balloonsStretch each long balloon before inflating it. This makes inflation easier.Step 2: Create the curlsWrap a long balloon around something long and round, such as a chair leg. Inflate it while it is wrapped around the support to give it a curly shape. Repeat for the remaining long balloons.Step 3: Form the legsTwist each long balloon several times at its midpoint to make two legs from each balloon.Step 4: Join the legsIntertwine all the long balloons at their midpoints to make one large cluster of legs.Step 5: Attach the headInflate the 11-inch balloon and tie it to the middle of the leg cluster.Step 6: Attach the octopus to your sculptureWrap some of the legs around the other balloons in your sculpture. Use glue dots if needed to help secure it.Step 7: Add the eyesInflate the eye balloons and attach them using glue dots. Your octopus balloon is now assembled.Safety informationWarning: choking hazard. Children under eight years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision is required. Keep uninflated balloons away from children and discard broken balloons immediately.Take care when handling balloons near eyes. Eye protection is recommended when inflating balloons. Use a balloon pump; do not inflate balloons by mouth.Latex balloons are made from natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions. Keep this safety information for future reference.Need help?For questions or further assistance, email britta@taraswonderworld.co.uk.Find Tara’s Wonderworld on Instagram and Facebook: @Taraswonderworld.

Follow these steps to assemble your balloon garland or arch. Check the quantities and shape guidance for the length you are making.What’s included Large balloons Mini 5-inch balloons, if included in your kit Plastic garland strip Nylon string Glue dots Before you startWork on a clean surface so dust and dirt do not stick to your balloons. Use a balloon pump and avoid overinflating them.Step 1: Inflate the large balloonsInflate equal numbers of 11-inch balloons in each colour to a mix of sizes between 8 and 10 inches. Some kits also contain 16-inch balloons. Garland length Large balloons Mini balloons, if included 1 metre 15 9 2 metres 30 15 3 metres 45 21 4 metres 60 27 For confetti balloons: rub the inflated balloons with your hands, a wool scarf or another piece of fabric to create static and help the confetti stick to the inside.Step 2: Attach balloons to the stripPush a balloon knot through the wide part of the first hole in the plastic strip, then slide it sideways into the narrow part to hold it in place. Add two more balloons to the next two holes. Mix colours, or use the same colour together for a rainbow garland.Leave one hole empty before adding the next group of three balloons. Filling every hole makes the garland bunch up. Repeat until all the large balloons are attached. The colours do not need to follow the same order each time.For 3-metre and 4-metre garlands, the strip may be longer than you need. Trim off the unused length after adding all the balloons.Step 3: Attach the hanging strings and choose the shapeCut the nylon string into two equal lengths. Tie one piece through the first hole at one end of the garland strip.For a classic garland: tie the second string to the other end of the strip.For an arch: tie the second string through a hole where you want the arch to start curving, such as halfway along or two-thirds along the strip.A classic garland shape is recommended for 1-metre and 2-metre kits. A 3-metre kit can form either shape. An arch shape is suggested for a 4-metre kit.Step 4: Hang and adjust your garlandUse the nylon strings to hang the garland where you want it on a wall or door frame. Gently rearrange the balloons to adjust the shape and distribute the colours.Step 5: Add the mini balloons, if includedInflate equal numbers of 5-inch mini balloons in each colour to different sizes between 3 and 4 inches. Use the quantities in the table above.Cut one glue dot from the backing strip, press it onto a mini balloon and peel away the paper. Stick the mini balloon onto one of the large balloons. Repeat with the remaining mini balloons.Step 6: Add any extra decorationsIf you wish, add foil balloons, snowflakes, banners, flowers or greenery. Use glue dots for small foil balloons and paper decorations. Tuck flowers and greenery between the balloons. Additional decorations are optional.Tips for caring for your garlandDo not overinflate the balloons. Keep 11-inch balloons to about 9–10 inches at most and 5-inch balloons to about 4 inches. Gently squeeze each inflated balloon between your hands, with the top and knot against your palms, for a rounder shape.Keep the garland away from direct sunlight and heat. Balloons may change colour or burst; confetti balloons can become less clear, and pearl or chrome balloons may turn matte.You can prepare the garland a day before your celebration. Store it in a room without extreme temperatures and replace any burst balloons with spares.Safety informationWarning: choking hazard. Children under eight years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision is required. Keep uninflated balloons away from children and discard broken balloons immediately.Take care when handling balloons near eyes. Eye protection is recommended when inflating balloons. Use a balloon pump; do not inflate balloons by mouth.Latex balloons are made from natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions. Keep this safety information for future reference.Need help?For questions or further assistance, email britta@taraswonderworld.co.uk.Find Tara’s Wonderworld on Instagram and Facebook: @Taraswonderworld.

Combine a large foil balloon and a jumbo number balloon with a layered latex balloon base.What’s included 14 large 11-inch balloons 9 mini 5-inch balloons 1 large foil balloon 1 jumbo number balloon Glue dots and ribbon Optional: mini foil balloons or paper cutouts Before you startWork on a clean surface so dust and dirt do not stick to your balloons. Use a balloon pump and avoid overinflating them.Step 1: Inflate and pair the large balloonsInflate 12 of the 11-inch balloons to an equal size of about 9–10 inches. Tie them into pairs at their knots.Step 2: Make three large clustersPlace one pair on top of the other and gently squeeze the upper balloons between the lower balloons. Twist two adjoining balloons so they swap position and lock the group together. Repeat until you have three four-balloon clusters.Step 3: Prepare the mini balloonsInflate eight 5-inch balloons to an equal size of about 4 inches. Tie them into pairs.Step 4: Make two mini clustersIntertwine two pairs to make a four-balloon cluster. Repeat with the remaining pairs so you have two mini clusters.Step 5: Start stacking the layersPlace a mini cluster on a large cluster and wrap ribbon several times around the centre. Press down at the centre as you wrap so the layers connect tightly.Step 6: Complete the stackAdd the remaining clusters, alternating large and mini layers. With three large clusters and two mini clusters, the stack finishes with a large cluster. Cut the remaining ribbon and turn the stack sideways.Step 7: Make a balloon weightFill one spare 11-inch or 5-inch balloon with water until it is about the size of your palm. Tie it closed and attach ribbon.Step 8: Secure the weightTie the water balloon to the base of the stack. Wrap the ribbon as tightly as possible around the two 11-inch balloons in the centre.Step 9: Prepare the foil balloonsInflate the large foil balloon and the jumbo number balloon. Cut two long lengths from the remaining ribbon. Tie one tightly to the tail of the foil balloon and the other to the tail of the number balloon.Step 10: Attach the foil balloonsTie both foil balloons tightly to the top of the balloon base so they stand upright. Use glue dots to add stability and secure them to the surrounding latex balloons.Step 11: Add optional decorationsUse glue dots to attach any additional mini latex balloons, mini foil balloons or paper cutouts.Tips for caring for your balloonsKeep balloons away from direct sunlight and high temperatures, which can cause colour changes or bursting. Confetti balloons may become less clear.If a balloon deflates before your celebration, carefully cut it away and replace it with a spare.Safety informationWarning: choking hazard. Children under eight years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision is required. Keep uninflated balloons away from children and discard broken balloons immediately.Take care when handling balloons near eyes. Eye protection is recommended when inflating balloons. Use a balloon pump; do not inflate balloons by mouth.Latex balloons are made from natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions. Keep this safety information for future reference.Need help?For questions or further assistance, email getintouch@taraswonderworld.co.uk.Find Tara’s Wonderworld on Instagram and Facebook: @Taraswonderworld.

Create an extra large balloon sculpture by alternating large and mini balloon clusters beneath a foil balloon.What’s included 14 large 11-inch balloons 14 mini 5-inch balloons 1 large foil balloon Glue dots and ribbon Before you startWork on a clean surface so dust and dirt do not stick to your balloons. Use a balloon pump and avoid overinflating them.Step 1: Inflate and pair the large balloonsInflate 12 of the 11-inch balloons to an equal size of about 9–10 inches. Tie them together in pairs at their knots.Step 2: Make the large clustersPlace one pair on top of the other and gently squeeze the upper balloons between the lower balloons. Twist two adjoining balloons so they swap position and lock the group together. Repeat until you have three large clusters, each containing four balloons.Step 3: Prepare the mini balloonsInflate 12 of the 5-inch balloons to an equal size of about 4 inches. Tie them together in pairs.Step 4: Make the mini clustersIntertwine two pairs using the same method as the large balloons. Repeat to make three mini clusters.Step 5: Make a balloon weightFill one spare 11-inch or 5-inch balloon with water until it is about the size of your palm. Tie it closed and attach the ribbon.Step 6: Weight the first large clusterWrap the ribbon as tightly as possible around the middle of a large cluster to attach the water balloon. Turn the cluster over so the weight sits underneath.Step 7: Add a mini clusterPlace a mini cluster on top of the large cluster. Press down at the centre while wrapping the ribbon several times around the middle to connect the layers tightly.Step 8: Complete the columnContinue adding the remaining clusters, alternating large and mini layers. Finish with a mini cluster at the top. Keep pressing down at the centre and tying tightly as you go, then cut the remaining ribbon.Step 9: Attach the foil balloonInflate the large foil balloon. Tie the remaining ribbon tightly around its tail, then secure it to the top of the column. It should stand upright; use glue dots to attach it to the top mini cluster if it needs more support.Step 10: Add an optional number balloonIf you are adding a number balloon, use additional glue dots to attach it to the sculpture.Tips for a stable sculptureInflate 11-inch balloons to about 9–10 inches and 5-inch balloons to about 4 inches. Leaving them below their maximum size helps reduce bursting.You can assemble the sculpture the evening before your celebration. Keep it away from direct sunlight and heat.Tie every layer tightly. If the sculpture is unsteady, unwrap the ribbon and reassemble the layers more securely. If the foil balloon still leans, use glue dots to secure it to the balloons underneath.Safety informationWarning: choking hazard. Children under eight years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision is required. Keep uninflated balloons away from children and discard broken balloons immediately.Take care when handling balloons near eyes. Eye protection is recommended when inflating balloons. Use a balloon pump; do not inflate balloons by mouth.Latex balloons are made from natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions. Keep this safety information for future reference.Need help?For questions or further assistance, email britta@taraswonderworld.co.uk.Find Tara’s Wonderworld on Instagram and Facebook: @Taraswonderworld.

Use the linker balloon to join your animal head to a weighted balloon base.What’s included 6 large 11-inch balloons 10 mini 5-inch balloons 2 linker balloons 1 animal foil balloon Ribbon and glue dots The latex and linker balloon quantities include spares Before you startWork on a clean surface so dust and dirt do not stick to your balloons. Use a balloon pump and avoid overinflating them.Step 1: Make the base clusterInflate four 11-inch balloons to an equal size of about 9–10 inches. Tie them into two pairs at their knots. Place one pair on top of the other and gently squeeze the upper balloons between the lower balloons. Twist two adjoining balloons so they swap position and lock the group together.Step 2: Make the smaller clustersInflate eight 5-inch balloons to an equal size. Tie them in pairs, then intertwine two pairs to make a four-balloon cluster. Repeat to make a second smaller cluster.Step 3: Inflate the linker balloonInflate the linker balloon, keeping its tail available for attaching it to the base.Step 4: Prepare the balloon weightFill a spare 11-inch balloon with water until it is about the size of your palm. Tie it closed and attach the ribbon.Step 5: Attach the weight to the baseWrap the ribbon tightly around the middle of the 11-inch balloon cluster to secure the water balloon. Turn the cluster over so the weight sits underneath.Step 6: Add the first smaller clusterPlace one 5-inch balloon cluster on the base. Press down at the centre while wrapping the ribbon several times around the middle to join the layers tightly. Cut the remaining ribbon.Step 7: Attach the linker balloonTie the tail of the linker balloon to the middle of the smaller cluster. Keep hold of the tail while attaching it.Step 8: Add the animal headInflate the animal foil balloon and tie it tightly to the top of the linker balloon.Step 9: Fit the remaining smaller clusterPlace the second 5-inch balloon cluster between the linker balloon and the animal head. Intertwine the balloons again to hold it in position.Step 10: Add an optional number balloonIf you are adding a number balloon, attach it to the sculpture using glue dots.Tips for a stable sculptureInflate 11-inch balloons to about 9–10 inches and 5-inch balloons to about 4 inches. Leaving them below their maximum size helps reduce bursting.You can assemble the sculpture the evening before your celebration. Keep it away from direct sunlight and heat.Tie every layer tightly. If the sculpture is unsteady, unwrap the ribbon and reassemble the layers more securely. If the foil balloon still leans, use glue dots to secure it to the balloons underneath.Shaping and tying tipsGently squeeze inflated balloons between your hands for a rounder shape. When making a pair, you can tie the second balloon directly to the first immediately after inflation, rather than knotting it separately first.Safety informationWarning: choking hazard. Children under eight years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision is required. Keep uninflated balloons away from children and discard broken balloons immediately.Take care when handling balloons near eyes. Eye protection is recommended when inflating balloons. Use a balloon pump; do not inflate balloons by mouth.Latex balloons are made from natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions. Keep this safety information for future reference.Need help?For questions or further assistance, email britta@taraswonderworld.co.uk.Find Tara’s Wonderworld on Instagram and Facebook: @Taraswonderworld.

Build your birthday number balloon sculpture with a weighted base and three layers of balloons.What’s included 16 large 11-inch balloons 6 mini 5-inch balloons 1 giant foil number balloon Glue dots and ribbon Optional: 3 foil balloons or paper cutouts Before you startWork on a clean surface so dust and dirt do not stick to your balloons. Use a balloon pump and avoid overinflating them.Step 1: Inflate the base balloonsInflate 12 of the 11-inch balloons to an equal size of about 9–10 inches. Tie them together in pairs at their knots. Pull gently when joining them and avoid overinflating.Step 2: Make three balloon clustersPlace one pair on top of the other and gently squeeze the upper balloons between the lower balloons. Twist two adjoining balloons so they swap position and lock the group together. Repeat with the remaining pairs to make three groups of four balloons.Step 3: Make a balloon weightFill one spare 11-inch balloon with water until it is about the size of your palm. Tie it closed and attach the ribbon to it. This adds weight to the base.Step 4: Attach the weightWrap the ribbon tightly around the middle of the first four-balloon cluster to attach the water balloon. Turn the cluster over so the water balloon sits underneath.Step 5: Stack the balloon clustersPlace the second cluster on the first. Press down at the centre while wrapping the ribbon several times around the middle to join the layers tightly. Repeat with the third cluster, then cut the remaining ribbon.Step 6: Attach the number balloonInflate the foil number balloon and tie the remaining ribbon to its tail. Tie it tightly to the top of the latex balloon column so it stands upright.Step 7: Add the smaller decorationsInflate the 5-inch latex balloons and any optional foil balloons. Use a balloon pump, or a straw for foil balloons where appropriate. Cut a glue dot from its backing strip, press it onto a balloon and peel away the paper. Use it to attach the mini latex balloons, optional foil balloons or paper cutouts to your sculpture. Add extra glue dots if the number balloon needs more support.Tips for a stable sculptureInflate 11-inch balloons to about 9–10 inches and 5-inch balloons to about 4 inches. Leaving them below their maximum size helps reduce bursting.You can assemble the sculpture the evening before your celebration. Keep it away from direct sunlight and heat.Tie every layer tightly. If the sculpture is unsteady, unwrap the ribbon and reassemble the layers more securely. If the foil balloon still leans, use glue dots to secure it to the balloons underneath.Safety informationWarning: choking hazard. Children under eight years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision is required. Keep uninflated balloons away from children and discard broken balloons immediately.Take care when handling balloons near eyes. Eye protection is recommended when inflating balloons. Use a balloon pump; do not inflate balloons by mouth.Latex balloons are made from natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions. Keep this safety information for future reference.Need help?For questions or further assistance, email britta@taraswonderworld.co.uk.Find Tara’s Wonderworld on Instagram and Facebook: @Taraswonderworld.

Follow these steps to assemble your mini balloon garland cake topper.What’s included 18 mini balloons Craft wire Paper straws Before you startWork on a clean surface so dust and dirt do not stick to your balloons. Use a balloon pump and avoid overinflating them.Step 1: Inflate and shape the balloonsInflate 14 balloons to different sizes between 2 and 3 inches across the widest part. Keep the remaining balloons as spares. Gently squeeze each balloon between your hands to give it a rounder shape.If your kit includes confetti balloons: rub them with your hands or a piece of fabric to create static. This helps the confetti stick to the inside.Step 2: Tie the balloons into pairsTie two balloons together at their necks with a knot.Step 3: Thread the wire through the first strawUnravel and straighten the craft wire. Feed one end through a paper straw, leaving a tail long enough to insert into your cake.Step 4: Secure the wireWrap the remaining wire around the top of the straw a few times to hold it securely.Step 5: Attach the first pair of balloonsWrap the wire around the knot joining your first pair of balloons.Step 6: Add the remaining balloonsTake the next pair and twist them around the wire, as close as possible to the previous pair to conceal the wire. Continue tying balloons into pairs and attaching them until the garland reaches the desired length. Gently rearrange the balloons to adjust the shape and distribute the colours and confetti balloons.Step 7: Attach the second strawWrap the remaining wire around the top of the second straw, then feed the rest through it. Your mini balloon garland cake topper is now assembled.Tips for caring for your balloonsKeep balloons away from direct sunlight and high temperatures, which can cause colour changes or bursting. Confetti balloons may become less clear.If a balloon deflates before your celebration, carefully cut it away and replace it with a spare.Safety informationWarning: choking hazard. Children under eight years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision is required. Keep uninflated balloons away from children and discard broken balloons immediately.Take care when handling balloons near eyes. Eye protection is recommended when inflating balloons. Use a balloon pump; do not inflate balloons by mouth.Latex balloons are made from natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions. Keep this safety information for future reference.Need help?For questions or further assistance, email britta@taraswonderworld.co.uk.Find Tara’s Wonderworld on Instagram and Facebook: @Taraswonderworld.