UT Event Decor

Go Big Orange!

As a UT Alum, it's always great fun to decorate for UT Events of any kind--athletic events, building dedications, open houses, back to school welcomes, festivals, sorority & fraternity events, fundraisers, galas, homecoming, career fairs, and the list goes on! It's been my joy and honor to decorate for UT events since 2006 (almost 2 decades)! Thanks for trusting us with your events.

I am proud and honored to say that Above the Rest is an approved qualified vendor for the University with a framework purchase order that is open to all departments. Our UT vendornumber is 5500009091. If you have questions about its use, feel free to contact Amy Dudenbostel at adudenb1@utk.edu.

If you are planning a UT event of any type, we can create the perfect decor for you to make you look great and make your guests feel welcomed!

Best of all, we take the decorating stress and tasks off your already busy plate which makes your planning job much easier!

Inside this catalog, are several samples of UT Decor to guide you in ordering the perfect decor for your UT Event--whether balloons or fabric. We can, of course, create far more than what you see here---just ask! We love to be creative & take on a chal

Excited to be serving you to make your next UT event look Above the Rest!

With joy & gratitude,

Dianna Glandon, President, CBA

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Why Use Above the Rest Services?

HowWeTreatOurClients

It's simple, we treat every client with kindness, respect, joy, reliability, gratitude. Our mission is to brin moments of joy to all we serve with grace and gratitude. We say "YES," treat your event like it was ours, provide on-time delivery and always clean up after ourselves. We respect your venue, your staff and your guests. We have a great time as we work with you. We are members of PEBA (Pro Environment Balloon Association) an international organization focused on wisely using balloons such as recycling and teaching proper use to clients--in other words we care about the environment too!

Education&Training

Hands down, we are the most educated and trained balloon and fabric draping company in East Tennessee. Since 2006, Dianna has attended an average of 3-5 multiple day hands-on training workshops, courses and conventions annually (over 2,000 hours of training )

Dianna is a member of balloon industry wide training groups and serves as a mentor in a few.

She has taught at several industry conventions. (Right: one of Dianna'a training classes) (List available upon request)

Employees have received training as well.

Experience

We are indeed the Premier (FIRST) and the most experienced and longest running balloon & fabric draping company in East Tennessee, since 2006, and have served UT almost from the beginning. We design, create and install decor from small individual deliveries to large-scale galas. We service corporations, schools, nonprofits and also private events in Knox County and beyond. We've traveled often outof state to decorate for clients

Certifications

Woman-Owned, GO-DBE business

Approved Qualified Supplier for UT and State of Tennessee.

Dianna is a CBA, (Certified Balloon Artist, one of only 3,000 in the world, holding majority of Above the Rest operation.)

Awards

Above the Rest has won multiple first and second place awards in varying categories at international balloon conventions, including Second Place in Medium Sculpture at the World Balloon Convention, the only US team to place out of 42 countries and the first US team to win. (List available upon request)

Classic Arches are perfect for welcoming people to an event. Available in may patterns.

(See pages 7 & 8)

9' x 9' Arches start at $327.77

15' x 15' start at $597.67

Embellishments are extra.

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Classic Arches are perfect for welcoming people to an event. Available in may patterns.

(See page 7 & 8)

9' x 9' Arches start at $327.77

15' x 15' start at $597.67

Embellishments are extra.

(delivery & breakdown additional) www.abovetheresteventdesigns.com

Star Pattern (Zig-Zag)

Polka Dot Pattern

Stripe Pattern

Diamond Pattern

Classic Arches are perfect for welcoming people to an event. Available in may patterns.

(See next page.)

9' x 9' Arches start at $327.77

15' x 15' start at $597.67

Embellishments are extra.

(delivery & breakdown additional) www.abovetheresteventdesigns.com

Let us know your preferred pattern by sending us the title.

Want different from a classic style arch? Left is the precise Flat Pack Square arch (best for inside or shaded events). Start at $527.97

Flat Pack

Right: Magic Foil Arch perfect for outside event especially in hot weather and when you want it to last several days. Graduation arch shown - 30'$979.67

Bottom left: Sculptured Magic Foil Arch, 20' works great inside $627.67

Magic Frame Entrance - 9 x 9 all foil with Jumbo lettering & foil embellishments$597

Specialty Arches start at $395 and vary according to size and detail. Just ask.

Having a special themed event! We can create the perfect arch for you and LIGHT it up with remotecontroled moving light. The gazebo left was actually white balloons with red chasing lights inside. Our lights can be all sorts of colors!

Flat Pack

Classic Spiral

Color Block

Double Spiral

Lady Vols Spiral

Puff

Awesome

right Organic 16'

Bottom: Organic column swags,

Organic Demi arches start $295 (ex. top right) They range widely depending on size and detail desired (length, width, foils added, over marquee lights, etc)

Fabric draping service also available to compliment organic designs Trendy

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Top Left: Organic garland combined with our luxury fabric draping.

Top right: 10' Organic Demi arch, mixed pattern Middle

demi arch, color block (8' x 8' banner)

5'

Want Traditional?

Orange & White for you

More Modern?

Then it's orange, white and gray Trendy?

Orange, white and silver or orange, white and gold

Fabulous Funky Foils

Bright, shiny, Latex-free Fabulous Funky Foils are eyecatching designs that come in varying heights and widths.

As show, upper left are 8' tall. Middle right and bottom left are 6' tall.

These captivating columns work great for entrances or photo ops.

Start at $197.77, vary according to height and requested details.

Fabulous Funky Foils

These are custom designs. Pricing varies on size design and .

We smartly-design your creations with foils that come in a variety of colors, sizes, and shapes.

Foil letters is available in 7", 16" and 34" silver or gold, Script letters are also available

Big, Bold Balloons

BIG balloons make great statements at 3' in diameter. Available plain, with hand lettering or vinyl lettering on balloon.

Chancellor

Embellishments of tassels and lights available. www.abovetheresteventdesigns.com (865)-719-8110

Mega Bouquet with 3' Personalized Big Balloon as shown - $179.77

Plain 3' Big Balloon with curling ribbon embellishments - $35 97 Plain Big Balloon with tassels $75-$119

Welcome to Rocky Top 3' Bubble with dangles - $79 97 Vinyl lettering available starts at $30 per side

Confetti Bubbles - $89 97

Plowman with hand lettered BIG Balloon and 1 layer of tassels $75

Helium Columns with 3' Tops

Bubbles of Fun (above) as shown 13' tall. $129.97 Available in various sizes

Twisted Bubbles (right) features curls & twists for inside only (119.97)

Big Orange Bubbles (upper right) Features collars and flowing curling ribbon ($69.97)

Links of Fun (right) 5' tall, great for inside, smaller spaces. Top can be changed. ($69.97, as shown)

Helium Columns start at $69.97

Versatile & Exciting!

Leaping Arches will fit into budgets & venues with ease. They easily decorate stages and even fit in hallways. This helium-filled decor works best inside, though they can be placed outside in calm conditions.

Prices vary according to length and embellishments, Start at $140 for 9' x 9'

Leaping Arches are also perfect for making big spaces look smaller and more intimate. Perfect for reunion dinners, graduation celebrations, athletic events, and more--just use your imagination how they can work for you.

Pole Wraps

With pole wraps, it's easy to direct people to your event, to create perimeters, and set off columns in unique ways.

We can create pole wraps to fit a wide range of budgets. Start at $119

As pictured, 8' tall. Can be made shorter or taller. Prices

In celebration of the 225th birthday of The University of Tennessee, we were honored to create the 9' tall sculpture for the birthday party at Humanities Plaza.

In photo: Tyger Glausser, Event Planner Extraordinaire

Theme Sculptures

Fun sculptures can be designed to fit your theme.

Pictured: Track runner, cow for Barnyard

Homecoming, Smokey, and a balancing clown for a Circus themed event. Ask us about the sculpture you want to fit your theme. Custom Pricing.

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People Love to walk through tunnels, either short or long.

Both designs shown are best for inside events. Pricing is based on length & width of wall or tunnel and details. Wall below opened in middle.

Sliding Wall opened in middle

A self-supporting tunnel?

We can do that!

& Tunnels

This 10' deep tunnel was frameless due to the special construction techniques we used.

Excitement welcomed guests as they entered Neyland Stadium and got to walk through this orange and white tunnel.

Want to make a positive impression on your guests in a large space? A tunnel may be the solution. Price varies according to size of tunnel. Start at $997 for 4' deep.

Top: GO VOLS. Always a crowd pleaser. Stands about 4' tall and 2' wide each letter. Entire phrase is about 12-14' wide - $297

Right: 6' Classic Columns with jumbo letters$597 for VOLS

Bottom: 4' Classic Spiral Columns with jumbo letters - $267 for 3 columns, $357 for 4

Letters available in gold and silver Custom colors based upon availability Curls embellishments (not shown) - $5 each set

14" to 8' tall or more! Shown are latex centerpieces which are very versatile for many types of events. Centerpieces can be lit, exploding for a special effiect, or made out of foil balloons. Ask us and we can create an original design for you.

Standard CP (left) - $29.97

Glass Vase with 9" foil football on grass- $22.97

Puff Ball CP (middle rt) - $22.97

Tall Puff Ball CP (right) - $69.95

3' Celebration Bubbles - Start at $69.97 (pricing varies)

Endless designs available www.abovetheresteventdesigns.com

Sometimes a few bouquets are all you need for your event! We are happy to do those too!

Bouquets come in basic, standard, and super-sized styles with 3, 5, 7, 9 or 12 balloons in a bouquet.

Standard Bouquet (above) 11" balloons with curling ribbon. $19.97 up (based on balloons in bouquet)

Curly Bouquet (middle) 11" balloons with curly-que embellishments - $39.97 & up

Super-Sized Bouquet (right) - 16" balloons with collars and curling ribbon embellishments - $59.97 & up

Available in bouquets of 3, 5, 7, or 9

Pop Drops

A unique way to celebrate any event! Pop Drops serve TWO purposes!

During your event, they serve as decor. Then on cue, you get to create a special effect with the use of our Magic Wands. Can hold as many as 150 balloons.

Watch the video in our online version of catalog to see the balloons POP!

Pop Drops start at $139 (less than 100 balloons inside)

We are excited to stock many yards of beautiful sheer orange fabric, silver/gray, ivory, and white luxurious sheer fabric to add fun, color or elegance to UT events!

Fabric is perfect for formal UT events.

See the Galas section of this catalog for more draping ideas or check out our Fabric Draping catalogs on line.

Draping starts at $245 for 10' x 10'

Walls

Entrances

Tents

Ceilings

Fabric draping brings elegance to events. In stock colors: White Ivory

Orange Gray

Black

Custom colors may be requested. Look under Galas for more examples of our fabric draping.

A team of 13 incredibly joyful peop worked all day in 90+ degree heat, & wind to inflate five 150' long clas checkerboard arches that would sp the concert space for the New Vol

4,000 balloons, 16 tanks of helium lot of planning went into successfu creating a very fun welcome to the year after being off campus way to

Nikki, Dianna, Gary

Mieka, Frankie, Christine, Nilo

Jen, Piper

Gracie

Frankie, Christine

Thanks to an Above the Rest Team for making this happen.

Kind Words:

"It is always a joy working with Dianna and the Above the Rest Event Design team. No event is too big or too small for their team to deliver a high quality result. The expertise the team brings to any event is second to none, and Dianna is always the first person I contact when I need to bring a wow factor to my programs.

For New Vol Fest the Above The Rest team delivered on a product I didn’t think was possible. Without their work and expertise the event would not have been as big of a success as it was. Dianna and her staff took care of everything from step up to tear down, leaving the site spotless. I am excited to work with the team again on next year’s New Vol Fest!"

Steven Cheppo, Assistant Director, Special Programs (photo right)

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Making rooms with high ceilings feel more intimate and welcoming is easy! Ask us to "lower the ceiling" with giant balloon ceiling decor! Pictured are over 700 3' and 20" balloons hung from the Knoxville Convention Center for the Haslam Business Gala.

Ceiling installations in high ceiling-venues require extra lead time to install, typically 1-3 days in advance. These are custom designs and priced accordingly.

Galas & Fundraisers

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Ask about how luxury fabric draping can give your event a gorgeous formal look. We've been draping events for over a decade! Draping available for spaces as small as 10' up to entire rooms and ceilings.

Right- Criss-cross design made a beautiful backdrop for the Alumni Awards. Fabric draping starts at $245/10'

As shown - 12' x 20, $647

Left - 10' diameter by 15' long chandeliers adorn the Knoxville Convention Center ceiling. Not only do they reflect lighting, they sway gently in the a/c winds creating a focal point for your guests.

You will hear, "WOW" from your guests and their moods will be uplifted--which leads to more donations.

Custom foil and latex ceiling decor available, just ask. Visit our website for more photos.

We love to collaborate with other quality vendors to create exquisite atmospheres such as the Annual Alumni Awards banquet.

With detailed planning and a teamwork attitude from all parties involved, this event was a big hit!

UT Celebrates 225 Years of Lighting the Way!

Over 1,900 sq. yards of sheer silver/gray fabric created the backdrop an outstanding formal banquet.

Right

created a luxurious welcome for Business Gala guests Starts at $245 for 9' x 10'

Fabric can go as high as 18'.

: Ivory and gray draping of hallway at Student Union

Back to Back Evenings of Events at the Student Union

Stage draping in silver/gray with criss-crossed camel overlays enhanced the stage for these two special events. Server hallway was created with gray draping and accents of camel swagged draping across the 90' of the Union ballroom.

Custom Pricing, contact us

Criss-cross Stage draping, 16' x 20' (as shown)

- $697

Top Right: 30' Magic Arches are perfect for outside events, especially when they need to last a several days.

Without lettering - $897

Lettering is $25/letter for jumbo letters

Spirit Week included a Big Orange Pumpkin photo op on the Union Plaza Photo frames vary according to size and detail, and start at $427 Yummy giant ice cream cones for Ice Cream Social-Delicious

Every festival needs balloons to direct & excite people who attend! Events on the Pedestrian Walkway stand out when there are balloons present!

Top - 8' 5-color jumbo columns - Start at $159

Leaping Arches - start at $149

Puff Balls with ribbons - $35.97 www.abovetheresteventdesigns.com

International Fair -30' Magic Arch welcomed students to their fun festivities. Foil is perfect for lasting a long time outdoors.

Sculptured 8' Magic foil Columns with Star Topper - $197

Our unique and creative balloons guide and help guests guests at appreciation events such as reunions, employee appreciation, tailgates and more.

Big Orange Waves - Vary according to length and height of installation.

Graduation is indeed a time of celebration that calls for balloons!

Balloon drops scream CELEBRATE!

photos of the week

Grand Openings & Ribbon Cuttings call for sliding walls, GRAND decor and balloon drops too!

Balloon Drop pricing is custom based on venue and desire balloons. Drops start at $700

Students and faculty gathered together for the "Hike the Hill in Heels" event coordinated by the Center for Health Education & Awareness. This event kicked off Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

We loved getting to be part of this fun but important campus event! Let us make your next campus event draw a lot of attention with balloon decor.

Sculpture pricing is custom.

20' Classic Arch below - $295

Luxury Fabrics give sophistication to sorority rush week events, galas, banquets, fundraisers, and more!

Ceiling to floor, it's beautiful decor.

Draping begins at $225. Length, height & detail of draping impacts price.

Bid Day Decor

Sorority ladies work hard all year long with community service and planning events.

Thanks Ladies!

Creative balloon decor brightens any event!

When you don't have to spend your time decorating, it lets you focus on other event details.

Zeta Tau Spring Gala

We use the highest professional grade 100% biodegradable latex. The chart below shows 86 of over 200 available colors and prints. We carry the most up-to-date trending colors. Just ask if you don't see your colors. That is if you are not using orange and white. HA!

FAQ's & Helpful Answers

How do we know what to order for our event?

That's EASY! Just complete our Event Inquiry form on our website (abovetherestballoons com) call (865-719-8110) or email us (dianna@abovetheresteventdesigns com)

We will ask you several questions about your event, the venue, your event's goal, vision, and budget

We listen carefully and then provide our expert advise and direction to best serve you

Do you provide fabric draping service?

Indeed! We've been fabric draping experts for 15 years. Visit our website to see an extensive gallery of our luxury draping. We stock hundreds of yards of white, ivory & gray/silver. Limited stock of orange, khaki, taupe, red, black, blue, green, and even some sequined fabrics. All of our fabrics are fire retardant and we have certificate of such. Most of our fabrics go as high as 18' Yes, we will do custom colors too.

Why use Above the Rest Services over others?

How we treat our clients--with kindness, respect, joy, reliability and we say YES!

Education & Training - We are the most educated and trained balloon and fabric draping company in East Tennessee Since 2006, Dianna has attended an average of 3-5 multiple day, hands-on training workshops, courses and conventions. She has taught as several industry conventions. Employees have received training as well. Certified Scissors Lift operators.

Experience - We are the most experienced and longest running balloon company in East Tennessee, since 2006 and have served UT for over 15 years, providing decor from small individual deliveries to large-scale galas.

Certification - Woman-Owned, GO-DBE business, Approved Qualified Supplier for UT and State of Tennessee. Dianna is a CBA, (Certified Balloon Artist, one of 3,000 in the world, holding this distinction the majority of Above the Rest operation.

What is the Delivery/Set up Service?

A favorite service of our clients! No hassle in shoving balloons into your car or finding someone with a large enough vehicle to transport, or worrying about popped balloons! We do all of that for you! Fee is determined by location, access to the venue, time of delivery, and the amount of decor being delivered. Delivery to campus events begins at $75. Early morning and late night service is Premium Service, resulting in higher service fee. Sunday and Holiday service is also a Premium Service. Optional pick up at our studio is available for smaller decor items.

What is the Breakdown/Strike Service Fee?

Another of our client's 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 and framing! AAAH relaxing! Pricing is determined by location, access to the venue, time of breakdown, and the amount of decor being removed Breakdown to campus events begins at $75 Early morning, late night, Sunday or holiday service is Premium Service, resulting in higher service fee

May we do the Breakdown ourselves?

Yes, with an exception We do all breakdowns at Student Union due to management request 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 porch

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