If you’re planning a party and in charge of decorations, you might be wondering how to make a balloon garland with string. Whether you’re throwing a baby shower, gender reveal party, birthday party, anniversary celebration, or any other special event, balloons make festive and fun decorations. A balloon garland with string is easy to craft and serves as a great low-cost option for party planners on a budget. The easiest and most straightforward way to build a balloon garland is to use a sturdy piece of string and some sort of tape or adhesive for hanging the garland.
Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind as you build your balloon garland with string:
Use differently-sized balloons.
An easy way to make a balloon garland look organic and visually pleasing is to use differently-sized balloons. If you’ve already purchased a bunch of balloons in one size, you can achieve the same effect by blowing up these balloons to different sizes. Toy World has a variety of balloons available in different sizes from the nation’s top-quality brands like Qualatex, Sempertex, and Kalisan.
Get out a needle and thread.
You’ll want to whip out an old-fashioned sewing kit for this trick on how to make a balloon garland with string. Start by threading your needle with thick thread or string in a neutral color like white, cream, or gray. If you prefer, you can even use a fishing line to ensure a sturdier garland. (This is a great option for a child’s birthday party, where balloon garlands are more likely to become dislodged or pulled down.) Gather your inflated balloons and push your needle through the knot at the base of each balloon, pressing the balloons closely together as you go. Continue until you reach the desired length for your balloon garland.
Tie string around the base of your balloons.
If you prefer to use thicker string like yarn or twine—perhaps that’s all you have on hand—tie a small section of string around the base of each inflated balloon, leaving a few inches of string at each end. Next tie these leftover pieces of string to one large piece of string. Doing so allows you to place your balloons as closely together as you desire. If you’re a consummate gift wrapper who always has curling ribbon on hand, you can also use this as a base for your garland.
Integrate balloons in different colors and shapes.
One of the best things about learning how to make a balloon garland with string is that you can personalize your garland in a variety of ways. Use balloons in complementary colors or integrate balloons in different sizes and shapes like stars, hearts, and numbers. Select balloons that fit your party’s theme or mood and match the color palette of your table decorations or party invitations. For added pizzazz, incorporate flowers or ribbons into your balloon garland—a lovely touch for a bridal shower or girl’s birthday party.
Get creative when hanging your garland.
A balloon garland makes a versatile party decoration, as it can be anything you want it to be—multicolored, swooping, or L-shaped—and you can hang it just about anywhere! Place your balloon garland over an entryway or along a prominent wall. Garlands aren’t only meant to be hung overhead. A cascading garland makes an interesting design piece for an interior space. Drape the garland from the ceiling or a low-hanging lighting fixture like a chandelier. Line the edges of your gift table with balloon garlands—a novel way to add even more balloons to your party atmosphere. Use thick tape to attach your garland string to walls, surfaces, and more. You can even purchase balloon garland tape made of thick plastic that is designed to hold up a long garland featuring many large balloons.
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A balloon garland makes an easy do-it-yourself project for your next fun-filled celebration. Your party guests will love the cheerful vibe a balloon garland brings to a space. It’s easy work mastering how to make a balloon garland with string, so gather up all the balloons and supplies you need and get stringing!