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Hello Teachers, Principals, and Parents!
"I can’t even say enough about how much I appreciate everything you do for kids today! When I was a teacher and helped lead the PTA, I learned how hard it was to make learning fun, raise money, and juggle a million things at once during the school year. Instead of writing a ton about it, I’ll just say a big, simple THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO!
When I was a teacher and ran Student Council, planning special events added even more work to my already busy schedule. I used to wish there was someone who could help decorate events. That’s one of the reasons I started Above the Rest Balloons 19 years ago—to make it easier for schools to have fun and exciting decorations without teachers or parents having to do all the work. Some people love decorating, but it can be a lot, and sometimes there just isn’t enough time. That’s where we come in! At Above the Rest Balloon & Event Designs, we make decorating super easy in just 3 simple steps:"
1. Call or complete event inquiry form on our website.
2. Let us design decor to match your theme and budget.
3. Sit back and let us do the installation so you can enjoy.
We are experts in creating fun, colorful, exciting, and welcoming event decor. We are the most experienced balloon design team in Knoxville, and we make awesome school event decorations.
Inside this catalog are photos of school events for elementary-high school levels. It will guide you in ordering the perfect decor for your event. We can, of course, create far more than what you see here--just ask!
Excited to be serving you to make your next event look Above the Rest!
With joy & gratitude, Dianna
Glandon, President, CBA
Two Super Easy Fun & FUNDraisers
Want to raise the FUN factor AND the FUNDS at your school?
We offer two super opportunities for your school/PTA/PTO to raise both
First is “Balloons for Education” our latest program
Second is “Spirit Ball Fundraiser” which is now in its 5th year
Both are fantastic ways to get the school community involved, raise fun and FUNDS all for almost no effort on your part and definitely no upfront costs.
BALLOONSFOREDUCATION BALLOONSFOREDUCATION
Imagine your school events so fun, Full of bright colors for everyone!
Delightful balloon decor for all to see, It’s hard to believe it can be yours for FREE!
With "Balloons for Education," it’s real, No cost, no stress—it’s a great deal!
Balloons for every event, big or small, You’ll be bringing smiles and joy to all!
GET STARTED GET STARTED TODAY! TODAY!
FUNraising with Impact:
Balloons for Education is an easy, no cost way to support your school, brighten your events of all sizes, from small to large, which brings joyful smiles to students, teachers, staff, families, and the community.
When you earn “Balloon Bucks,” they are redeemable for FREE balloon decor. You no longer have to stress or beg for help to decorate your school events! HUGE WIN! Volunteers can help with other important things instead. It also means less work for you since your schedule is already so full!
No more worrying about stretching your school or PTA/PTO funds on decorations. Use that money for other needed items.
Balloon decor makes every event extra special, bringing positive energy to the whole school community. INSTANT SMILES & fun social media posts!
Your events will have professional, creative, and safely set-up balloon decorations! Above the Rest does all the work! Another WIN!
Above the Rest is a locally-owned company with 19 years of experience. Our skilled team always ensures your school property is protected by using proper installation techniques no tape on walls or nails that could cause damage.
WOW! What an awesome win-win-win opportunity to join! It’s time to learn the HOW “Balloons for Education” works.
Dianna Glandon, President, CBA
Above the Rest Balloon & Event Designs www.abovetheresteventdesigns.com 865-719-8110
How“BalloonsforEducation”Works
Share the Balloons for Education Program: Useourready-to-gomarketingmaterialstospreadthewordto familiesandthecommunity It’squickandsimple! Wehandleallordertaking&accounting.
Purchase a Gift Card:
Parents,family&friendssupporttheschoolbypurchasing personalizedBalloonsforEducationgiftcardswhichstartatjust $49. These are redeemableforourballoonarrangements.
Redeeming Gift Cards:
Parents,family,andfriendsgoonlinetoyourschool’sspecialshop anytimein12monthstochoosetheirfavoritebirthdayorgraduation balloonarrangement. It’ssupereasytoredeem!
Your School Earns Balloon Bucks:
Foreverygiftcardpurchased,yourschoolearns$10-$36backin freeballoondécortomakeschooleventsfromsmalltolarge excitingandmemorable!
Forevery50cardspurchased@$49,yourschoolearns$490in FREEdecor!Then,justcontactustoorderballoons. Wetakecareofeverything,soyoudon’thavetodoanyextra work—justenjoytheawesomedecorations--andtheSMILES! 2 3 1 4 5
Your School Gets FREE Décor:
SPIRIT BALL FUNDRAISER
Perfect for homecoming and graduation celebrations
What are Spirit Balls?
Joyful school color balloon arrangements each one personalized with student’s name and message from parents, friends or family to celebrate homecoming or graduation
Why an easy way to raise funds?
Your plates are OVERLOADED We do all of the work
People don't want to sell stuff. People like to support but want easy. We give back 35% of your sales
How easy is the No Brainer Fundraiser?
No going door to door to sell.
No taking orders.
No collecting money or accounting.
No volunteers needed.
No planning special events.
No set up or clean up.
No distributing orders. On-line ordering & we deliver!
LEARN HOW ON NEXT PAGE
SpiritBallsareonapole&installedthroughoutyourschoolgroundsorcanbeattachedto fencing.(seephotosonfront&back)
Availableinschoolcolorsorothercolors.
Personalizedwithstudentname,ashortencouragingmessage,orsponsorname.
Weprovideyouwiththeelectronicorderform,marketingemails,andscheduleofwhento sendouttoyourschoolcommunity.
Wedoallorderprocessing,building,installation,breakdown&sendyouacheck!
Timeframeofsale,7-10dayssuggested.
SpiritBallsare$59.97. Youreceive35%ofsales(Only100sales=$2,100 &imaginethe positiveenergyatyourschool!
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Back to School
Karns High School welcomed their new seniors for a special back to school Senior Day with a series of Leaping Arches.
Leaping Arches start at $125.
A.L. Lotts principals were excited about welcoming their student stars.
This Star Blast arch greeted students and created a fun photo opp.
All foil decor is available.
Arch prices start at $225* and vary according to style and size.
*delivery/set up, breakdown service additional
Back to School
PTA/PTO parents are awesome at creating fun themes for the school year! I remember space, train, and art themes from my school teaching days!
A. L. Lotts parents invited students and parents to have their photos taken in a giant hot air balloon which we created for their Places You Go Theme.
Above: You have to love a funny and joyful school secretary! Thanks Rachel Hornback of A. L. Lotts for posing in this Sweet Theme photo opp full of ice cream cones and bubble gum machines!
Great way to start off the year. Theme Sculptures start at $197 and vary according to design and size.
Announcing the Homecoming Queen is an important moment of Homecoming.
With our Lift Off Columns, everyone at your homecoming game will be surprised!
Before lift off, the columns look like regular classic columns standing on the field. When the queen's name is announced, hidden lines are cut, and the column lifts off to reveal the new homecoming queen's name.
Lift Off Column with personalized name - Starts at $247*
Price subject to change as helium prices change.
Classic Columns start at $129.97 (ranges based on height)*
Personalization available for all decor
*delivery/set up service additional
Above: Neon is all the RAVE for Homecoming dances with glowing balloons floating over the dance floor. Available with or without lights. Dance floor decor starts at $525, varies according to style and size.
Wild & Crazy Neon Tree 10' tall, Starts at $199.97
Below: Need Foil only decor? We are experts in creating foil balloon decor. Ask about our Balloons for Education Program Your school could be selected to receive donated decor
Right:
Kick off your football season with an arch on the field in your school colors. Perfect for Homecoming celebrations and Senior Night honors too! Classic Arch shown above is 9' x 10' Starts at $327.97*
Football Season Decor Packages available so you can have decor at every home game. Mascot Designs available.
Left: Football Twist Columns feature 36" foil football tops - $139.27 each*
*delivery/set up service additional
photo compliments Balloon Masters, Buffalo
Right: ClassicSpiralColumnsinwarm fall colorswithfallleafimprints These are5'tallanda3'orangetoppermakesit 8'tall.ClassicColumnscomeinvarying heights,endlesscolorsandtoppers.
Startat$12997* *delivery/set up service additional
Left: Not-so-ScaryFallFestivalwithfriendly woodlandcreaturesandafalltreewelcomed guestsarrivingtothe
HardinValleyElementaryFallFestival Sculpturestypicallystartat$197
BelowRight: FallcoloredWild&CrazyTree,9' tall,topspreadsoutover8'-Startsat$189.97
Above: Bonny Kate School Daddy & Daughters danced the night away under crisscrossed Leaping Arch dance floor.
Leaping Arch Dance floor starts at $397, varies according to side and amount of arches in design.
Above Right: Heart photo frame Just Ask Us.
Photo
Research shows people want appreciation more than money. Saying "Thanks!" to dedicated teachers, staff & parents is essential!
Adding balloons to any appreciation event raises the energy level and shows people you care about them.
Stunning all foil blue and silver staggered columns created very special stage decor for the Hero Awards ceremony.
Left: Leaping Arches and Centerpieces set a festive tone for the Eagleton Middle Year-End Sports Banquet. Leaping Arches start at $165 each.
Below: Another year, Eagleton Middle chose Puff Ball Centerpieces ($24.97) and Star Blast Ceiling Hangers to help celebrate. $59.95
Magic Foil Columns are long lasting and perfect for graduation.
Top Middle: Let grads have a perfect photo backdrop to celebrate.
Graduation
Middle: Standard Bouquets that feature curlie ques lined the gym awaiting placement for the graduation celebration.
Right: Star Blast column greeted graduating 8th graders for Sacred Heart.
Above: Classic Columns with a colored number arch created the backdrop for Hardin Valley Senior Awards Ceremony Prices vary according to height and detail
Above: Celebrate with a balloon drop in your school colors! Ask us for pricing as all drops vary.
Prom Themes
No need to buy cardboard props and spend hours putting them together.
Let us save you time & frustration! We'll create the perfect prom decor for your theme.
Popular prom themes:
Casino Night
Hollywood Paris
Under the Sea
Starry Nights
Mardi Gras or Masqu
Circus
Fire & Ice
Neon
Gatsby
Black & White
fabric, and lights, alive and you wont have to round up volun to plan, and then create decor
Students won't have to work on prom day to decorate. Just call us and we will design, create, install, and even clean up for you!
Following pages are just a few examples of proms we ' ve decorated. More are available in our Prom Catalog.
Prom Themes
No need to buy cardboard props and spend hours putting them together.
Let us save you time & frustration! We'll create the perfect prom decor for your theme.
Popular prom themes:
Casino Night
Hollywood Paris
Under the Sea
Starry Nights
Mardi Gras or Masqu
Circus
Fire & Ice
Neon
Gatsby
Black & White
fabric, and lights, alive and you wont have to round up volun to plan, and then create decor
Students won't have to work on prom day to decorate. Just call us and we will design, create, install, and even clean up for you!
Following pages are just a few examples of proms we ' ve decorated. More are available in our Prom Catalog.
Alice in Wonderland
10' tall mushrooms, giant flowers, and the Cheshire Cat invited students to dance the night away.
Specialty prom theme decor starts at $1,000. Varies according to details of decor desired.
Classic Prom decor starts at $500.
A magical garden of flowers and mushrooms framed the dance floor for the Oak Ridge High School Prom.
Bridgerton Theme
"Transforming the gym into a Bridgerton-inspired ballroom!
This breathtaking balloon tree and cascading lights set the stage for an evening of elegance and charm.
Specialty prom theme decor starts at $1,500. Varies according to details of decor desired.
Classic Prom decor starts at $500.
"Step into a world of elegance and enchantment!
Our Bridgertonthemed prom brought dreams to life with this stunning balloon masterpiece, creating a magical centerpiece for an unforgettable evening.
Let us transform your next event into pure magic with Above the Rest Balloon & Event Designs!"
Red, Black & Gold Foils
Make your prom unforgettable with this bold balloon setup! Giant gold letters spell "PROM," surrounded by colorful balloons and shiny stars. It's perfect for amazing photos and a grand entrance!
A Night in Paris
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Bets are that Lenoir City High School students had a fun evening at their glitzy styled Casino themed prom. 5' x 15' gold and silver chandeliers hung over the dance floor.
Shiny Star Danglers hung over the guest tables, and a Casino themed arch greeted students.
Vegas Night
Baby! It's Vegas!
Left: Red and gold palm Vegas style palm trees lined the red carpet to welcome guests.
Above: Custom made, lit double-sided sign hung at the end of the red carpet walk.
Left: Dance floor columns of giant playing cards, foil suits of the deck arches and "VEGAS BABY" made dancing fun for all.
Mardi Gras/Masquerade
Mardi Gras/Masquerade themes are popular because they are full of mystique and bright colors. We can create simple decor like the classic column on left or make more elaborate designs like custom masks, arches and ceiling decor. Stock Mardi Gras fabrics include gold, black, purple, and sequined fabrics.
Under the Sea
Right: Jefferson County High students danced "Under the Sea" as 15' strands of seaweed, fish, and jelly fish "floated" over their heads
Below: Entrance decor included colorful seaweed and bubbles.
Right: Welcome to "Under the Sea," said the sea worthy octopus who was at the registration table Centerpiece decor available as well as room decor
Most Popular Decor Styles
Reference guide to our most popular decor styles. Many others are available. (Drawings not to scale)
Helium-FilledDecor
Air-FilledDecor
Ball
Blast
Leaping Arch
Starts at $115, vary according to length
3' Bubbles
Start at $59 97 varies according to embellishments
*delivery/set up service additional
Helium BouquetsStandard & Super-sized start at 29.97, vary according to amount in bouquet & embellishments
Classic Arch start at $347 97
Some Available Colors
FAQ's & Helpful Answers
How do we know what to order for our event?
That's EASY! Just call or email us. We will ask you several questions about your event, the venue, your event's goal, vision, and budget. We listen carefully and provide our expert direction to best serve you.
What is the Delivery/Set up Service Fee? What
A favorite service of our clients! No hassle in shoving balloons into your car, finding someone with a large enough vehicle to transport, or worrying about popped balloons! We do all of that for you! Pricing is determined by location, access to the venue, time of delivery, and the amount of decor being delivered. Delivery begins at $65 and depends upon location, time and amount of decor. Early morning and late night service is Premium Service, resulting in higher service fee. Optional pick up at our studio is available for smaller decor items.
Service Fee?
Another of our clients' favorite services is Breakdown Service because at the end of your long event day, you get to leave early! We take care of removing all decor we installed, including moving heavy base plates! AAAH relaxing! Pricing is determined by location, access to the venue, time of breakdown, and the amount of decor being removed. Breakdown to begins at $65 for daytime events. Early morning and late night service is Premium Service, resulting in higher service fee and starts at $125.
Of course! If you prefer to pop and dispose of ALL of the balloons, (or give them away) have a transport vehicle, and return any base plates, poles and framing to use within 24 hours of your event, you are welcome to breakdown and save the service fee. Our studio is located at 1501 Ebenezer Road. If we are not there, please leave the items on the covered porch. For fabric we do all breakdown service.
Indeed! We've been fabric draping experts for over a decade. Visit our website to see an extensive gallery of our luxury draping. Yes, we will do custom colors too.
Do you give school discounts or fundraisers?
Typically we offer schools extra decor as a type of discount. We do have an Balloons for Education program in which a school can apply to be awarded complimentary decor. Ask us for details and limitations. Our most popular fundraiser is Spirit Balls. We give 35% back to your school. Contact us for more information.
