Seminars & Hands-on Workshops

SUNDAY 17TH OCTOBER - EDUCATIONAL CLASSES

All classes cost £30 per person per class, however, NABAS Members who book in advance will receive £20, per class, of their money back in vouchers which will be redeemable for goods of their choice from the exhibitors stands on the day of the Show.   In effect this makes the cost of the classes ONLY £10 each - what a bargain!

  

 
TIMES
 
Room 1
 
 
 
Room 2
 
 
 
Avon 2
 
 
Stareton
 
 
9:15
To
10:30
 
1
Christmas Winter Wonderland
 
2
Venue Décor Packages
 
3
Twisting with Balloons
 
4
Let It Rain Balloons
 
 
11:30
To
12:45
 
5
Making The Most of Your Website
 
6
Fairy Tale Weddings
 
7
Deck The Hall with fabric, Lights & Balloons
 
8
MASTER CLASS
Nikoloons
 
 
1:45
To
3:00
 
9
Face Painting
 
10
Table Top Balloon Characters
 
11
Special Occasion Foils
 
12
MASTER CLASS
Weaving Balloon Dresses
 
 
3:45
To
5:00
 
13
A Romantic Twist
 
14
Beautiful Bomboniere
 
15
Party Carnival Décor
 
16
Multicultural / Asian Weddings
 

 

1. Christmas Winter Wonderland
Tutor: TBA
Level: Demonstration – All Levels of Ability
Description: This class will give you the inspiration to offer your clients new & exciting designs this Christmas.   Learn to create designs suitable for children’s parties, store displays, and more…
 
2.   Venue Décor Packages
Tutor: Philomena Groome
Level: Demonstration – All Levels of Ability
Description: Join Philomena in this class to learn the best ways of selling your balloon décor in packages to your clients.   Learn what decorations work well together and how to make your venue décor packages both appealing and profitable.
 
3.   Twisting with Balloons
Tutor: Graham Lee
Level: Hands-On - Beginners
Description: Ever fancied learning how to twist with balloons?  Want to learn how to make figures and fun designs that will instantly become an impulse purchase, with hints and tips of the trade.   Graham will take you through the basics to build up your confidence and knowledge of the fundamentals to balloon modelling so that you’re ready for your twisting road ahead.   Be warned though, twisting is addictive!
 
4.   Let It Rain Balloons
Tutor: Mitch Gilbert
Level: Hands-On – All Levels of Ability
Description: What goes up, must come down!   Customise balloon drops in many alternative methods to entice your customers and clients.   Highly recommended from past participants and well worth attending.
 
5.   Making The Most of Your Website with Search Engine Optimisation & Social Networking
Tutor: Marc P Summers
Level: Business Seminar
Description: Gain valuable ideas on how to promote and market your business online. Marc, author of ‘How to get more visitors to your website’ shows you how to get your business found on Google and online through search engines and social media sites. This session is a must for anyone with a website!
 
6. Fairy Tale Weddings
Tutor: Dr Bob
Level: Demonstration - Intermediate
Description: Give your bride the wedding of her dreams with the ultimate in fairy tale wedding décor.   Learn to create stunning designs using both helium and balloon frames that will make your bride feel like a princess and give you the edge over your competitors.
 
7.   Deck The Hall with Fabric, Lights & Balloons
Tutor: Yvonne Baynes
Level: Hands-On – All Levels of Ability
Description: Yvonne will teach you to transform large empty spaces using fabrics and lights together with balloons for the ultimate “WOW”.
 
8.   MASTER CLASS - Nikoloons
Tutor: Niko Fric
Level: Hands-On - Advanced
Description: Niko is world famous and has dedicated his life to balloons and runs a Balloon and Magic company in Slovenia.   Niko is the inventor of the "Nikoloon system" technique for connecting balloons together, and makes wonderfully detailed large woven figures and innumerable possibilities in decor business.   Come and learn from the Master.
 
9.   Face Painting
Tutor: A FACE Member
Level: Demonstration
Description: Learn the tricks of the trade in this demonstration of Face Painting skills by a qualified member of FACE the face painting association.   If you are looking to add this service to your business then this is the class for you!
 
10.   Table Top Balloon Characters
Tutor: Lucy Hennessy
Level: Hands-On - Beginners
Description: Cute themed tabletop characters sure to make you stand out from the crowd and boost sales. These characters are adaptable for all occasions and will enhance your portfolios
 
11.   Special Occasion Foils
Tutor: Matthew Lewis
Level: Hands-On - All Levels of Ability
Description:
This is a hands on course were you will be able to create two fantastic designs which are both very sellable and profitable.   Matt will share his vast knowledge of these foils with you showing you tips and techniques that will stay with you for many years ahead.   Each delegate will be issued with a job cost form for each design and questions and answers will be available through out the course.   This is a fun training course and will be packed full of Matt’s usual wit and banter.
 
12.   MASTER CLASS - Weaving Balloon Dresses
Tutor: Niko Fric
Level: Hands-On - Advanced
Description: Niko is world famous and has dedicated his life to balloons and runs a Balloon and Magic company in Slovenia.   To stand out in a crowd, dress yourself in a balloon gown.   Since 2004 Niko has been a balloon genius indulging in the matchless creation.   It can take up to 20 hours to create a single dress and he has won awards all over the world and displayed his balloon creations in many countries including both the USA and Dubai and has an infectious passion for all he creates.   Come and learn from the Master of Balloon Dress creations.
 
13.   A Romantic Twist
Tutor: Graham Lee
Level: Demonstration – All Levels of Ability
Description: Join Graham to learn how to weave and make an origami rose.   Graham will show you how to insert the flower inside a clear balloon/dome.
 
14.   Beautiful Bomboniere
Tutor: Ada Elliott
Level: Demonstration – All Levels of Ability
Description: The art of Bomboniere and favours has been made hugely popular in the past few years with demands from customers not only for wedding favours but also christening, new baby, birthday and more... Join Ada in this demonstration to see a variety of inspirational Bomboniere & favours being created.
 
15.   Party Carnival Décor  
Tutor: Paul & Pam Pearce
Level: Hands-On Intermediate
Description: Join Paul & Pam for this hands-on class with a carnival atmosphere. Learn to create a selection of simple colourful designs that are great for themed parties.
 
16.   Multicultural / Asian Weddings
Tutor: TBA
Level: Demonstration – All Levels of Ability
Description: In this class you will be introduced to a variety of designs that have been created for multi cultural & Asian weddings. Draping fabric, room decorations, and traditional decor will all be included in this exciting class.

 

  Note: It is possible that due to unexpected circumstances the teacher delivering a particular workshop may change