Local balloon artist Misty Clements owner/designer of Creations by Misty, LLC traveled to Atlanta, Ga on March 16th for a hands on balloon workshop training with Oscar Baker, CEO owner ofLou & Lee Events & Designs of Atlanta Ga. Misty participated in this class, alongside of 25 additional ladies who traveled from California, Illinois, Florida, Tennessee, and Georgia.
Attending a work shop in Atlanta is something Misty has wanted to do for a long time. The workshop course included hands –on techniques of learning the sizing/ calibrating of balloons, proper tying techniques, mini ropes technique, advanced process of assembling garland, proper technique of hanging balloon garlands, and more. Misty took pride in the fact that she was already familiar with some skills being taught, and did indeedlearn some exciting new techniques that she will be takingadvantage to improve the beauty of her creations when hangingballoon garlands for clients. Misty was highly engaged in this class and managed to empress the instructors with her raw talent and enthusiasm. She has already made plans to attend an upcoming work shop in Atlanta at the end of July.
Balloon Art & Decorating Services is something still relativelynew to a lot of people. Misty is very happy and excited to offer something so fun and beautiful to her home town of Chattooga county. She does not meet a stranger and gives God all the glory for her accomplishments, for without Him, family and clients who love and support her, this dream would not be a reality. She is proud to live by her motto of “One balloon and one prayer at a time.”
Misty, her husband Scott and their 2 sons Landon and Bradenreside in Trion. She is self-taught and started out doing balloonsfor her church, but she felt there was more that she could do with balloons, so she began studying and practicing. Before long her balloon art had turned into more than she could have imagined.
After launching her business, Creations by Misty, in January 2022, Misty’s skills have advanced tremendously. She has made a pledge do her best on every job and always have new designs for her clients. Creations by Misty offers all types of balloon décor from balloon arches, columns, balloon marques, personalization, grab and go garlands, and stuffed balloons. In addition, she offers a payment plan for those planning a special event.
Misty has a great following of almost 2,000 people on her Facebook group @Creations by Misty, LLC. In addition to their Facebook business, Creations by Misty will soon be opening asmall shop in Trion. Door prizes, food, and more are planned for the big day. Details on the Grand Opening will be advertised in The Summerville News and on Facebook when the date is determined.