Talk:Balloon modelling

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There's a lot more info to be had by following the source link, especially on techniques. It would also really help if someone could upload a few pictures; I might even buy a few balloons and do it myself. Importance in carnival/fair atmosphere and clowning/stage magic might be appropriate, as well as mention of books, movies, video games where it's used (i.e., The Mask, Kingdom of Loathing, etc.)--Polyparadigm 08:06, 16 Mar 2005 (UTC)

[edit] Merge?

I have created a link to the other article on the subject entitled Balloon animal, which seems to have gone unnoticed. Rather than merging the two, it might be a good idea to keep and expand both, focusing on the various techniques in one and on the results in the other. However, I myself do not have enough knowledge to do it, but someone else surely will. <KF> 17:50, 20 October 2005 (UTC)

Seems to me that a merge would make sense, since there appears to be ample overlap between the two articles.Fishal 22:29, 30 October 2005 (UTC)

I agree - there's already duplication, and a merge would avoid confusion. There's no clear distinction between "balloon animals" and "balloon modelling" in most people's minds, I don't think. Joel.Gilmore 00:26, 26 May 2006 (UTC)

Added merge tag per this discussion. -- 12.106.111.10 20:26, 12 June 2006 (UTC)

I have no problem with that, I questioned this myself before making my modifications. But peronally think "Balloon Twisting" should be the primary table rather than "balloon modelling." 143.165.168.50 Ooops didn't log in (Balloonman) 20:29, 12 June 2006 (UTC)

I've merged the two, but it could do with a good thorough cleanup. violet/riga (t) 14:31, 22 August 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Dry Erase???

I've never met a balloon twister who uses dry erase markers on balloons. In fact, in all of my experience dry erase markers are an extremely poor choice for the very reason that makes them popular on white boards---the ink is designed to be wiped off. When used on balloons this remains the case. I am going to change this section, but am open to somebody else's experience with dry-erase markers.Balloonman 21:22, 16 October 2006 (UTC)

I know several twisters who use dry erase exclusively, and I use it most of the time -- could this be a regional thing? They don't smear any more than permanent markers do, but this may depend on the brand. I've tried several, and find that the generic brand from Staples office supply stores work very well, are quite inexpensive and last quite a long time. The advantage of using dry erase is that when the balloon pops or deflates, the ink doesn't come off the scrap in that highly staining powder. I've been very happy with it, although I do use Sharpies as well.

I appreciate the opportunity to discuss this, as I know it's a point of some controversy. It's obviously in the minority, but wouldn't it be acceptable to make mention of the option? The previous version clearly implied that Sharpies were what all twisters use, and that's simply not true. I've made a small change to clarify: are we getting closer? Lauridg 19:14, 19 October 2006 (UTC)

Sounds good to me. I don't think the previous article said that Sharpies were the exclusive. If you've had success with dry erase, I have no problem leaving it there, but I've never had success with Dry Erase Markers. Balloonman 20:27, 19 October 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Russian Blog

What is the policy regarding links in foreign languages? My guess is that this is somebody adding their personal webpage/advertisement, but I can't read it. Balloonman 21:22, 16 October 2006 (UTC)