How to Make Bubble Decorations

Create a fun party atmosphere with various bubble decorations.

Bubble decorations can attract customers or create a playful atmosphere at children's parties or weddings. Depending on the level of sophistication required, you can make subtle bubble decorations to give out as party favors or make bubbles the focus of an event. Some common bubble decorations include balloon-like inflatable bubbles, embellished bubble liquid bottles and bubble-blowing machines.

Things You'll Need

• Bubble liquid bubbles
• Curling ribbon
• Wired flowers or stars
• Wire cutters
• Latex balloons
• Bubble-shaped Mylar balloon
• Helium tank with standard regulator
• Thin plastic stick
• Bubble machine
• Bubble fluid

Instructions

Decorating Bubble Bottles

1. Purchase small bottles of bubble liquid from a party or wedding supply store. The bottles will include soapy liquid and a bubble-blowing wand attached to the lid.

2. Cut a 6-inch length of ribbon for each bottle. Tie the ribbon in a bow around the neck of the bottle and scrape against the loose ends of the ribbon with scissors to create an attractive curl.

3. Cut wired flowers or stars so the wire is about 3 inches long. Wrap the wire around the mouth of the bottle; tuck the end of the wire under the wrapped part of the wire to secure the decoration. Use tiny white or silver roses for a wedding event or colorful stars for a birthday party.

Inflating Bubble-Shaped Mylar Balloons

1. Attach a standard regulator to a helium tank. You can rent helium tanks from party supply retailers. Do not use the automatic shut-off regulator on the helium tank, as it will prevent the large bubble balloon from inflating properly.

2. Open the bubble balloon package and remove the balloon.

3. Insert a plastic stick through the neck of a standard latex balloon until it reaches the top of the balloon. Roll the balloon tightly around the stick.

4. Insert the latex balloon into the neck of the bubble balloon so that the necks are at the same level. Remove the plastic stick.

5. Place the neck of the bubble balloon over the helium tank's nozzle and turn it on to give a single puff of helium. Turn off the tank and pinch the bubble balloon's opening shut.

6. Place the neck of the latex balloon over the helium tank's nozzle and inflate it fully. Remove the latex balloon's neck and pinch it shut.

7. Inflate the bubble balloon fully, until the wrinkles along the seam disappear.

8. Pinch and twist the necks of both balloons to prevent helium from escaping.

9. Make a double-slip knot with a 2-foot-long piece of curling ribbon. Place the knot's loop over the neck of the balloons and pull it tightly.

10. Wrap each free end of the ribbon around the neck of the balloon separately and secure them with a square knot.

11. Curl the ends of the ribbon.

Bubble-Blowing Machine

1. Rent or purchase a bubble machine from a party supply outlet.

2. Place the bubble machine on a flat surface. It will not work properly if placed on more than a 5-degree incline.

3. Remove the two screws on the side of the machine and lift off the top to access the fluid tank.

4. Fill the fluid tank with bubble fluid and replace the top and screws.

5. Turn on the bubble machine for a flow of bubbles. Drain the fluid tank before moving the machine.

References

• Qualatex: Deco Bubble Inflation
• Balloon Decoration Ideas; Deco Bubble for Stuffed Balloon Decorations; October 2009
• Rachael West Designs; Wedding Tips & Advice: How to Decorate a Wedding with Bubbles; April 2010
• Chauvnet: Bubble Machine Users Guide

Resources

• Bubble Blowers; Have a Bubble Party; 2003