Sell a Smile

We all know that trends are always changing and transforming. However, there is one icon that will never go out of fashion - the Smile Face! No matter what the age or the occasion, these balloons have "smile appeal"! 

So why do we all love a smiley face? I am not sure about you, but I love to use a 'smiley face' emoji 🙂 in my text and posts to convey a happy and positive thought. Much can be said about using Smiley Face balloons to create fun and unique designs, like the ones featured below.

These Happy Numbers are an inspired creation by Luc Bertrand, CBA, of WaW Balloons, in Vichte Belgium. Luc first created these for a New Year's window display in 2012, however, they are also perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and other special milestone occasions. 

Start with weighted 4-balloon clusters, and then tie in the Microfoil® Number Shape for the 'body' and top with an 18" "Smile Face" Microfoil. Then make simple "arms' and "hands" with 260Q and 5" balloons. To create an attachment points, use Stretchy Balloon Tape and a small piece of 260Q.

Gentleman with Flower 

If you would like to learn how to make this "Gentleman with Flower" design by Vadim Shushkanov, CBA, in Moscow, Russia, check out the video below. There are four designs within this 5" Smile Faces Assortment.

Smiley Faces Assortment
5" Yellow #57961

Bright Smile Face Stand-Up

This Bubble Balloon stand-up is sturdy design perfect for delivery or cash-and-carry.

With "Movember" starting in the next few days, we can support this great cause by creating a whole bunch of Smile Face Mustache Men and help to raise funds and awareness for Men's Health issues. To find out more click HERE  or go to https://uk.movember.com/?home

A few years ago a had great fun creating these characters and gave each one a name!

 Big Tom - the Vegetable Farmer (centre)

Harry Moustache - Harry works in the city and is a 'dapper Chappy'! (left)

Monty Moustache - Monty is a flamboyant character, his favourite colour is Wild Berry!

• Remember, you can easily market smile face balloons all year round. They are available in latex, Microfoil and Bubble balloons. 
• Select a specific smile face delivery as the "Smiley Special of the Month" and promote this special through your website, on your social media page, and in your store window.
• Display a variety of inflated smile face creations for impulse purchases. They make great last-minute gifts for a variety of everyday occasions.

Never underestimate the power of a smile or a Smiley Face balloon! 

Happy Ballooning! 

Sue

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