Tristen Burkholder, left, of Trist’N Shout Balloons, watches as Gunner Reilly, 5, reacts to a balloon bee she made for him Saturday at Brunswick Railroad Days, while Gunner’s brother, Tucker, 3, waits for his turn to get a balloon animal. https://www.fredericknewspost.com/brunswick-railroad-days/image_b308bd46-8f09-51ef-b8de-44e097a3293c.html
Eco-friendly
Tropical rainforests are the lungs of our planet and a critical factor in its health. The Amazon Basin alone stores 400 million metric tons of CO2 per year – about 25% of all carbon stored on land, and it produces 20% of the world’s oxygen.
Nearly 4,500 acres of rainforests are lost every hour from illegal logging, mining, agriculture, forest fires, and oil drilling, resulting in a lot more carbon in the atmosphere – and a lot less oxygen. Rainforest Partnership works directly with rainforest communities to sustainably develop products found in the forest, giving the community a stake in keeping their trees intact.
When the trees are more valuable standing than cut, we can all breathe easier.
– Niyanta Spelman, Executive Director
https://rainforestpartnership.org/our-story/
Balloons are the bi-product of rubber trees which are helping to combat climate change by providing oxygen to our planet. We love that the impact of balloons is a biodegradeable eco-footprint that is so small compared to the impact they provide. The refuse does not even fill one trash bag from an installation. Balloons By Tommy shared an image that shows the impact and the amount of biodegradeable refuse after the event. per Tommy “one bar minute of service made more trash than the whole balloon installation at this event.” What else makes such a large impact and has such a small eco-footprint? The side effects of providing homes for rainforest animals, a sustainable industry to indigenous communities and providing oxygen for the planet is an added bonus. Make your events eco-friendly with latex balloons.
Triple Your Qualified Leads
Maryland, Dc and Virginia base Graul’s Market is increasing their ROI at their community days with custom balloon art.
Triple Your Qualified Leads At Community Events
Getting Qualified Leads is what it is all about. It’s Spring and community events are springing up all around your community. It is time to get out there and market your business. People buy things from people they know, like and trust. Having a presence at an event is a start. In Short, I am sure you are giving thought to give aways with your business information on and the first question is, what will people take home and keep? Or maybe it will be, how can I entice people to give me their information for follow up after the event to build that rapport. Your goal is to convert attendees to buyers in the quickest way possible. While there are no real short cuts, there are ways that make each touch a higher quality touch.
How You Can Successfully Convert Attendees to Know, Like and Trust You
This is where balloons (yes, I said balloons) come in. With a focus in sales and marketing, we put that knowledge to work for our clients. If you want to hear more about how we can add your branding to each sculpture, give us a call. We would love to customize your event for you. We want to get to know your product, learn who your end client is and get the qualified leads talking to you to make your day more profitable. When I say balloons, I am not talking about helium balloons with your business name on that I see flying away time after time. They keep the child happy for the moment but they are soon gone along with the memory of having th
em and the business they represent. You have the perfect opportunity to make that first step to get attendees to know, like and trust you. And they will be taking home a piece of art that will last anywhere from 1 week to 1 month (I have some clients who have that balloon 1 year later!) Give me a call to discuss ways that we can add your contact info to turn those balloons into your business card either by attaching info or branding the balloons. We have some creative ways which we see giving back to our clients in closed leads, time after time.
Why Twisted Balloons are a Better Alternative to Helium Balloons
Dont make the mistake of thinking helium balloons are just as good as twisted balloons. With the focus on environment and safety for our wildlife I caution you to stop the practice of helium balloon giveaways. Not all publicity is good publicity, and when that balloon flies away and the attached ribbon is found possibly wrapped around a sea turtles, your business name is on there. I have worked side by side with people handing out helium balloons, and the amount of time my client has to engage the attendees is much higher than the neighboring table handing out balloons. Instead, use biodegradable balloons that are using air, a natural resource, that are twisted into fun shapes and are creating “toys” which will keep a child contented for hours (although you only need a few minutes to make your approach). Those balloons will be going home with your business name and fond memories of the moments spent at your booth.
Call now to see how we can increase your qualified lead generation and customize a package for you and your marketing team. 484-316-0471
Stuff Your ELF!
If you have a child that still believes in Santa, then it’s likely you have a little elf living in your house.
A “magical” elf that flies back to the North Pole each night to report to Santa whether your child has been naughty or nice, and then reappears the next morning in a new location in your home. This little elf likes to play hide-and-seek, so upon his return from the North Pole, you could find him anywhere, from your freezer (which reminds him of the North Pole) to hanging from your chandelier. Your child should be boosted not to touch the elf, as he will lose his magic, but they’re encouraged to tell him any special messages they have for Santa.
Are you ready to bring your elf back, Trist’n Shout is ready to present your elf in his magical world that he has lived it! Email to rose@tristnshout.com or www.facebook.com/paballoons to set your delivery up for your magical elf delivery.
Now serving the DMV (DC, Maryland and Virginia area, specifically, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Urbana, Bethesda, Potomac, NW DC, and Northern Virginia.
Price includes delivery of your elf in his magical house.
How to enjoy a meal with children
Do you find yourself wishing for the days when you could sit down, order a beverage and a nice dinner and be able to finish your meal without hearing “I’m bored”, “Can we go now?” With small children, this can be a challenge!
You don’t have wait until the children are grown, there is a way to do that now! Look for restaurants that have entertainment for the children. They know the value of a good meal uninterrupted and they put the extra effort to make sure that you have an enjoyable time at their table. While coloring pages are a beginning, a child who has a short attention span is not going to be as entertained long. Often the same restaurants that offer entertainment will offer a kids eat free day on the same day as the entertainment, like Millers Rockville Ale House on the Rockville Pike in Rockville, MD. Tuesday is kids day with them and Trist’n Shout is on site making balloons from 6-8 for the kids and helping parents to have an enjoyable family dinner without the drama. Try it out and you can once again enjoy a meal with a cold beverage and happy kids who want to stay longer while they are waiting for their balloons or just watching all the fun things that are being made throughout the night.
Mondays you can find Trist’n Shout at Senor Tequilas, 20021 Century Blvd, Germantown, MD from 6-8.
If you are in Western, Md Buffalo Wild Wings in LaVale, MD has balloons and facepainting from 5-8. Check out the local offerings from your area to find restaurants that offer entertainment for kids and ask your favorite restaurant if they would consider bringing some fun to their restaurant. If the managers know there is interest, you might find they are willing to add some value to their restaurant.
Washington Dc on the 4th of July
The Nations Capitol is a hot spot… Literally.. on the 4th. What fun it is to be a part of the festivities.. if you do not mind braving the traffic. It is a wonderful day to join some of our amazing colleagues as we bring top notch entertainment to the festivities. Artists from across the nation converge for the BEST there is.. Here is a brief look of what happens downtown at the White House. What traditions do you look forward to? Have a Happy and Safe Summer.
Happy 4th of July
Creating Memories at the White House
This event was just too much fun not to share with you! I’m sure that you guessed it from the title. We were at the White House on July 4th! We created a giant American flag that was displayed throughout the whole event on the front lawn. People LOVED taking photos in front of it. It definitely was a one-of-a-kind photo op.
You’re probably wondering who everyone is. Todd Neufeld of Twisted Balloon Co. from Brooklyn, John Reid of Tricky Business from Long Island, Smarty Pants from Chicago, Joel Klein from New York and I made up the Dream Team for 2013!
I especially loved the purpose of the event. It was in honor of those serving in the military and their families. Everything at the event was just for the brave men and women serving and their families. We loved interacting with the kids and adults…creating smiles and laughter. I was so honored to be a part of it. Plus, aren’t these kids adorable?
Everything was stellar, from the decor to the entertainment.
We were one of many awesome performances. Perhaps you’ve heard of Fun? They’re sort of a little bit famous. They had their turn in the spotlight, too! 🙂 I loved watching everyone rock out to them. If you haven’t heard of them, check out the video below. It’s of their song “Some Nights.”
What would be your ultimate July 4th celebration?
Stay Twisted My Friends,
Rose(The Classy Lassie)
A very sweet wedding
I was searching for some balloon inspiration this week and I came across this super sweet wedding! I just had to share it with you! In 2009, an adorable couple got married at Dylan’s candy bar in New York City. They said their vows underneath a colorful balloon candy-themed arch(this might be how I stumbled across them…just maybe)! Check it out!
She walked down the aisle in a Hershey’s candy dress, originally from Project Runway!
They had all kinds of incredibly “sweet” things. Seriously, I love the creativity and ingenuity of this couple. They danced to “Sugar, Sugar!” The icing on the cake for me, so to speak, was their food choices. They had gummi sushi…which is awesome! Swedish fish, coconut rice, and fruit roll-ups…talk about a sweet tooth!
If I were to get married a second time(to my wonderful husband, of course), I would definitely consider doing this. It is just so amazing!
Check out their full story here.
You’re never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child!
Read America, What better way to celebrate Dr Seuss’s birthday than reaading to a child? March 2nd is Dr. Seuss’s birthday, read to your child with Read Across America.
Dr Seuss’s love of children and magical rhymes make his books a wonderful tool to teach young children the skills they need to be successful. When we celebrate Dr. Seuss and reading, we send a clear message to America’s children that reading is fun and important.
Dr Seuss passed away in 1991 and since then his birthday has been adopted by READ ACROSS AMERICA. He published 46 children’s books in his lifetime. His most celebrated books are Green Eggs and Ham, The Cat in the Hat, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, Horton Hatches the Egg,Horton Hears a Who!, and How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
One of my favorite Dr. Seuss stories is “O The Places You Will Go”. Reading is a valuable part of your children’s education, so take the time to read with them and let them see you reading so that know that reading is important.
What is your favorite Dr. Seuss story?
PA Balloon Artist : We came, We competed, We Won!
Smiles from Your PA Balloon Artist
Hi all!
It has been a very busy few weeks. Rose and I have just returned from two of the Best international conventions in the world! We are the only local representatives from your PA balloon artists that attend–we make it our goal to make you proud!–and we are thrilled by how much we are able to learn! The competitions were held in Phoenix, Arizona and Orlando, Florida. We love that even though we are PA balloon artists, we are able to travel to fun places and meet a lot of very talented artists!
What Rose, Your Top PA Balloon Artist, created!
This year, Rose competed for the first time and she placed second for an adorable balloon seagull(we were in Florida, so it seemed appropriate!). She was the only PA balloon artist that placed in that competition! I am so proud!
What Tristen(Me), Your PA Balloon Artist, created!
I competed at the second convention in the Large competition. There were some amazing entries! There was a life size Transformer(Bumblebee, of course!), a large X-Wing fighter(for all you Star Wars lovers!), a huge ferris wheel, and my personal favorite….The white rabbit and a tree from Alice in Wonderland with an adorable smile!….Can you tell which one I created? 😉 This is the tree below. Check it out!
By the way, check out some of the other Amazing things that our PA Balloon Artists created here! We even have a Facebook page where you can even just say “HI!” to our PA balloon artist!
Which balloon creation do you like better? What would you like to see your PA Balloon Artist create next year?
P.s. To book your event with your Amazing PA Balloon artist, click here!
Smiles,
Tristen
for Trist ‘N Shout
When you need to Impress, Trist ‘N Shout(Your PA Balloon Artist) is the Best!
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