Balloon Garland Cloud | Party Decoration Ideas by a Pro

the idea

A smaller alternative to a typical balloon garland, a balloon garland cloud combined with a banner can make a budget-friendly party backdrop

pink and white balloon garland cloud hung above a party drinks table to create a backdrop

blue and gold balloon cloud hung above a party dining table to create a backdrop

the how

Choose a balloon garland kit based on the size of your table (e.g the blue & gold ‘cloud’ above is 35 pieces)
Inflate all the balloons and insert each into a hole on the balloon strip to form a chain
Instead of arranging the balloons in a curve or right angle shape, attach the strip to the wall horizontally
Use glue dots to attach additional balloons to any areas that need to be filled in
These look best against a plain wall, window, or at the top of a fabric / fringe backdrop
Alternatively, use as general room decorations above doorways, windows, or around the perimeter of the room

green balloon cloud hung above a party dessert table to create a backdrop for a dinosaur theme party

the why

as overhead decorations

Visibility; overhead decorations remain visible when the room is full of people
Intimacy; lowers the ceiling, reduces empty space, and makes large rooms and cavernous venues feel more full, which helps create a buzzy atmosphere
Focal points; decorations above bars, food stations, dance floors, or activities can identify their location in large or crowded rooms

balloon cloud hung above a party dessert table to compliment a wooden backdrop

balloon cloud hung above a party dessert table to create a backdrop

as Perimeter / wall decorations

Transformative; helps transform a domestic space or empty venue into a party environment
Masking; helps hide or distract from existing or incompatible room décor
Value; can help dress large areas
Atmospheric; perimeter decorations are important early on, before the room fills up, to help create a party atmosphere and ensure it feels like a special occasion
Intimacy; helps define the party space and envelope guests to create an intimate atmosphere

green, yellow, and orange balloon cloud hung above a party drinks table to create a backdrop

balloon cloud hung above a party table to create a backdrop

AS A BACKDROP

Value; allows you to create a large, eye-catching, feature wall / display
Maximize budget; by concentrating decorations around one larger display rather than dress entire room
Impact; a backdrop creates a strong visual impact, turning a bar / food table into a display
Special; a dessert / buffet table with no backdrop can look a bit sad, lacking, or underwhelming
Visibility; backdrops help identify the location of bars and food stations in large or crowded rooms
Focal points; more visible bars and food stations encourage mingling by creating destinations for guests to explore

balloon cloud hung above a party cake table to create a backdrop

peach and white balloon cloud hung above a party dining table to create a backdrop

the why

this idea

Light; easy to hang with or without a stand or frame
Personalizable; can be personalized with a custom name sign or banner (see bottom of page)
Memorable; guests remember big, bold, wow-factor decorations
Elegant; lends your decorations an elegant and sophisticated touch
Photo-worthy; a great photo-op for guests to share and tag on social media
Inexpensive; a cost-effective party idea that won’t blow your budget

balloon cloud hung above a party mimosa bar with a wooden backdrop

blue balloon cloud hung above a party dessert table to create a backdrop

ADVICE FROM A PRO

Matt’s tip

“Keep in mind, balloon garlands are a fair bit of work. There’s a lot of balloons to inflate, then you have to tie each one to the strip, so allow plenty of time and rope in some helpers.

I’d also strongly advise investing in an electric balloon pump (under $20 see button below) as a hand pump involves a lot of energy!”