Page 4 - Balloon Basics

Latex Overinflated
underinflated
Inflation:

1) Insert the nozzle of a latex helium regulator, air Correct
inflator, or hand pump into the neck of the balloon.

2) Fill the balloon until a teardrop shape is achieved.
3) Pinch the balloon above the inflator, and

remove the nozzle. Tie the balloon to seal it.

Ribbon Tip:

Use Hi-Float™ to
extend the float time

of latex balloons.

Tying Method:

1 2 1) In your left hand, lay ribbon across your
3 palm, allowing enough ribbon for a tail to
extend from your fingertips.
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2) Place neck of an inflated balloon across
the ribbon (neck pointing up) and hold both
securely with your thumb.

3) With your right hand, stretch the neck
around the index and middle fingers of your
4 left hand and then back around to the front.

4) Use your thumb and forefinger to tuck in
the neck, making sure to grab the ribbon while
making the knot. Remove fingers from the knot.

5) Curl ribbon tail.

NOTE: For left handed persons use opposite hands.
To protect your fingers from irritation, tie close to your fingertips.

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