INFLATION
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You can inflate a Sparklet as a "Double", an "Insider" or a "Solid". Please read below to see descriptions of each. The advanced user will also be able to create longer lasting arches and garlands using Sparklets.
The BASICS
STORAGE: Sparklets are provided to you in a Moist-Pak Zip Lock bag. This bag should always be kept sealed to keep the moisture in. If the Moist-Pak has dried out, you can add moisture back to it by cutting a slit on the corner of the Moist-Pak Towelette and adding water to it. Put it back into the Zip-Lock bag along with the balloons and seal the bag tightly. Depending upon how dry your Sparklets had become, it may take up to 2 weeks for them to soften up enabling you to inflate them without popping. Click here for an instant method.
INFLATION: Sparklets must be inflated 100% COMPLETELY wrinkle-free. This can only be done using the same equipment you use to inflate your latex balloons (such as a flexible tilt valve or a push valve.) There are other types of inflators you can use, but these are the most common. We also recommend an inflator that has a razor ribbon cutter attached to it when inflating "insiders" (several balloons in one Sparklet).
TYING: A larks head knot is the easiest way to seal off a Sparklet balloon and only requires curling ribbon. You do not need to tie ANY balloons! This knot allows you to untie the balloon if you need to deflate it or get back inside. Stay away from cable ties, they are expensive, time consuming and too much hassle. Do NOT tie the latex balloon around the Sparklet balloon. Instead, use some strong curling ribbon and tie a lark's heat knot AROUND both balloons.
STYLES: There are 3 styles in which you can inflate a Sparklet Balloon. The most common is a "double", but you can also create "insiders" using several latex balloons or "solids" generally used for long lasting arches and garlands. Scroll Down.
DOUBLES
(when the latex balloon
is secured to the bottom and stands inside the Sparket)
22" Sparklet = 11" latex insert
18" Sparklet = 11" latex insert
10" Sparklet = 5" latex insert
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| Step 1: Roll the latex balloon tightly around a thin stick (plastic coffee stir) and insert into the Sparklet. | Step 2: Inflate the Sparklet only for 5 seconds (or more if you can calculate size outcome). | Step 3: Inflate the latex balloon to correct size. Return to outer Sparklet and complete inflation until Sparklet is 100% wrinkle free. | Step 4: Tie strong curling ribbon around both balloons with a larks head knot. |
| Sometimes your latex balloon will not stand straight (the message may be off center). It is easy to twist the balloon AFTER it is tied. Simply push and twist. Click movie for a quick demonstration. |  |
INSIDERS
(when the latex balloon(s)
are free to move around)
22" Sparklet = 5", 9", 11", heart shapes, 350's, etc (260's do not last long enough & 5" take too much time)
18" Sparklet = 5", 9", 11", heart shapes
10" Sparklet = 5" latex insert
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| Step 1: Roll the latex balloon tightly around a thin stick (plastic coffee stir) and insert into the Sparklet. | Step 2: Inflate the Sparklet only for 5 seconds. Then inflate the inner latex balloons. | Step 3: Knot the first latex balloon and use the ribbon cutter on located on your inflator so that the latex balloon easily snaps into the Sparklet. |
Step 4:Add desired amount of latex balloons. to correct size. Return to outer Sparklet and complete inflation until Sparklet is 100% wrinkle free. |
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Step 4: Tie strong curling ribbon around the Sparklet balloon with a larks head knot. |
SOLIDS
( leaving no gap between
the latex and Sparklet)
22" Sparklet = 18" latex insert
18" Sparklet = 16" latex insert
10" Sparklet = 9" or 11" latex insert
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| Step 1: Roll the latex balloon tightly around a thin stick (plastic coffee stir) and insert into the Sparklet. | Step 2: Inflate inner latex balloon only. | Step 3: Inflate until wrinkles on one side of the Sparklet have disappeared. | Step 4: Tie strong curling ribbon around both balloons with a larks head knot. |
The advanced decorator can also tie Sparklets in clusters creating arches and other decor.