How to Send Balloons by Post
There's something universally appealing about balloons. No one who sees a balloon can resist that feeling of exuberance it conveys. Whether it's a birthday, wedding or any other occasion, balloons make for a great gift. Although its best to put a balloon directly into the hands of a loved one, distance need not be a constraint. With the easy availability of helium balloon retailers and a speedy postal service, it is now possible to send balloons to your friends and family not living nearby. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Purchase balloons and have them filled with helium gas. Helium balloons tend to lose small quantities of the gas during transportation, making for a deflated appearance when they reach the recipient. Make sure you fill in an excess amount to compensate for this loss. Tie the string tightly enough to prevent helium leakage.
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Add a personal touch. Tie the strings of the balloons together. Write out a small card or attach a small box of chocolates or any other gift. Tie this to the free end of the combined strings. This will help prevent the balloons from floating away when they're removed from the box.
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Purchase a box for your balloon bouquet and pack the balloons. Make sure that the box is big enough to hold the balloons without them pressing on each other. Tape the seams and seal the box with packing tape. Write out the recipient's address in clear legible handwriting.
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Take the package to your local post office and have it weighed. Pay the specified shipping costs to have your balloons delivered. Use an express service to have the balloons delivered in the shortest time possible. This will ensure that they're still looking great when they arrive at their destination.
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Tips & Warnings
Balloons make a great gift for kids who are hospitalized; only make sure you choose balloons made of polyester film. Conventional balloons are banned due to choking hazards.
To avoid the effort of buying, packing and sending the balloons, use a balloon posting service that does the job for you -- all you need to do is choose the number of balloons, provide the recipient's address and pay for the service.
References
- Photo Credit balloon image by Aleksandr Ugorenkov from Fotolia.com
