Starting Your Inventory! What Balloon Stock to Start With, and When! | Tips From a Balloon Artist

Today I’m answering your questions on starting your balloon inventory.
What stock do you need to get started?
When is the right time to switch from kits to stock?
When should you start buying stock in bulk?
What are the advantages? What are the disadvantages?
I’ll share my tips, advice, nerdy humor & more!
Y’all have been asking these questions for a couple months now, so I hope this video helps! Lmk if there’s something you want to see more on! 👇
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[@moniquewilson650]

This make so much sense. I'm just getting started in the decorating business. Thanks for the much needed advice.

[@tracy-annlester1054]

Thank you so much for this video, ive been having this issue for quite some time now, i have balloons in carts from different suppliers but i was unsure as to what to actually purchase. i started out using kits from amazon and balloons from party stores, so im trying to build an inventory so that i can get my business to the next level. but i will definitely use your advise and firstly stock up with accent balloons while i continue using kits and build from there. im so so grateful for your video, thanks again. have a wonderful week.

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

I feel you so hard on this!! If you start getting a few jobs that will use a similar palette that might be a good time to make the jump but otherwise you can spruce up those kits with some gorgeous accent balloons and not kill yourself with overhead on stock just yet. Take a bite out of it when you can afford to, and it will keep growing! It is addictive though... ; ) XOXO, Rach

[@gisellejoseph4592]

Thanks for this video. All your videos are really helpful tbh but this cleared up so much for me. Where and how to start, how to build, common colours etc. I'm watching all the way from Trinidad so Amazon is viable but we also have a Qualatex distributor on the island. Thanks again.

[@SusanLBlish]

Thank you for this vital information. I was looking at specialty balloons last night trying to get an idea for price and wow, the different places and prices out there! Growing a stock will take time. Again, thank you. Have a Blessed Day!

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

Totally understand that! So glad it was helpful! XOXO, Rach

[@Miikaschannel]

Thank you so much. This video was actually the most informative that I have found. It was so very helpful and I will definitely save alot of money by taking your advice. Thank you!!

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

Oh that makes me so happy! XOXO, Rach

[@charasmithmanchame3740]

You're a wise woman, God Bless You!

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

Lol thank you Chara!! XOXO, Rach

[@shaquashawarner8502]

Thank you so much for the video. I have decided to start taking small steps to start my business.

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

Oooh that’s so exciting! Congratulations! I hope the videos on the channel are helpful on your journey. Best of luck, friend! ✨ XOXO, Rach

[@Ramco247eventsllc]

Thank you, You hit it on the money I gave a price quote today for a fall inspired balloon garland over the top and luxe my quote was for just under $600 colors include maroon, ivory, burnt orange and evergreen with accent's of gold chrome and fall flowers I was told it was toooo expensive and over market rate😔 the materials were costing me just over $200😬🤷🏾 no winning

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

I know how that goes Robin!!! It can be tough out there, but I'll tell you what, they go to get a quote from someone else, I doubt it'll be less! My video on pricing is coming out soon, stay tuned ; ) That sounds like it would've been so gorgeous though! XOXO, Rach

[@netrasongs]

Hello hun. I love your videos ❤️❤️ you break things down super good for beginners like myself to fully understand. Do you have videos in how to price?

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

Thank you!! Actually yes I just put one out last week! Check out my channel page 😍 welcome to the bubbly community! XOXO, Rach

[@nicoledouglas1622]

Thank you for sharing. sometimes balloon artist forget how they got started (Amazon balloon kits) before they transitioned to professional quality.

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

Hey Nicole, I know what you mean! Kits were all I had for quite a while, and they can be great! And you're welcome : ) XOXO, Rach

[@tynerappel3892]

I wish you could teach me one-on-one how you do your beautiful balloon Garland's.

[@lsolidum8942]

Thank you🙏! I don't own a business but I did balloon decors for my friend's party and my mistake was buying in all different sizes! I don't know why I did that but I just ended wasting money

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

I knowwwwww! It’s necessary to get the look most people want but it’s not cheap 😭

[@angiecolon6666]

Do you feel that moving away from the balloon kits has allowed you to expand on your designs? Like add more customizations to them?

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

So so much!!! I mean, you can always add stuff into designs made with kits to make them more special, but for a fully custom look, it's been so freeing to work with professional, bulk stock : )

[@mistyp3171]

I noticed on your website that you have kits coming soon. Do you know when you are going to start selling kits?

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

Hey Misty! Thanks for asking! We are still in the early stages of development on this, so I do not have a date yet, but I will try to shout it from the rooftops when I do! 💖✨ XOXO, Rach

[@henrydanielvelasquezlopez1269]

la verdad no pense que alguna ves llegaste a trabajar con los kits de Amazon, no que en mi caso si está complicada la cosa, lo bueno es que no tengo mucho cliente que digamos ... pero si fue muy importante conocer todo lo que dijiste ya que si es muy interesante saber las experiencias de otros para poder guiarnos 😊😉👌🏼🤩🙃

[@henrydanielvelasquezlopez1269]

The truth is, I didn't think that you ever worked with Amazon kits, not that in my case if things are complicated, the good thing is that I don't have a lot of clients to say ... but it was very important to know everything you said Since it is very interesting to know the experiences of others to be able to guide us 😊😉👌🏼🤩🙃

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

Thanks for the translation 😍 I’m glad you found it helpful! Cool that you were able to go straight to stock, without needing to use kits! I found it pretty expensive at first and had to work up to it 😅

[@addicted2thegamble503]

Do the foil and orbz balloons last as long as the latex balloons

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

Hey there! On a garland they usually last longer than most of the latex (when properly sealed), and on the shelf life, I don’t know what the official word is but I’ve definitely used them many months after purchase with no problem 😊 hope that helps! XOXO, Rach

[@yolandalarkin8075]

I Just do balloon garland for family> How do I jump to the next level.

[@BubblyBalloonCo]

It might be time to get some clients!! Start getting the word out, hopefully your family will help and share pics and talk you up so you can get your first clients! I started with doing them for friends’ parties and when all the people showed up they got to see my work and loved it, plus people posted pics on FB, and I ended up booking more after that. Best of luck to you!