FAQs
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First I need some basic information about the event and what services they would like. The day, time and location, and how long they would like me at the event. At this point, I can check my availability for the day and give a quote based on the services desired. Some additional info will be needed to book the event. This includes type of event (Wedding reception, Church Fall Festival, Homecoming Parade, Birthday Party, etc). Then, the theme of the party, how many guests are expected.. Schools and Company events will need an invoice and W9. So I gather info for that process as well. I typically text the event coordinator the day before to confirm. Most small events pay cash or check after my time at the party is complete. For larger events, I accept check.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am continuously taking classes and I feel that it is a credit to my personality more than it is needed to keep up with the industry needs. I love entertaining at parties and one of the ways to do that is to be "in touch" with the latest fads. Most of the people I meet in this industry take at least one or two classes a year to continue learning. I am a Certified Balloon Artist and have taken classes in creating balloon dresses and more.
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
The thought of being a balloon artist first hit me when I was in my 20's. I watched a balloon twister at a local restaurant and thought that there was no way on earth I could ever memorize all of the twists and turns to create lots of different balloon animals. But in my 30's, I learned that I could do anything I set my mind to and one day my daughter asked me to buy her a balloon kit and make her balloons. I did. She and I really enjoyed ourselves and I asked her to give away some of the balloons since I made quite a few. I had a lady ask me for my business card because she loved my balloon art. My jaw dropped. I have been hooked since!