The last few weeks have been ridiculously fun with my east coast friends being in town. Even though there's been lots of socializing, I've been really working hard to stay on top off all my work obligations and photo shoots. The week before I go on a trip I go slightly mad trying to get blog posts ready, answer emails and schedule shoots. This time I feel really organized and that has a lot to do with the sweet thing editorial calendar I started on google. Not sure why I didn't start one sooner. 
My super talented friend Teissia of Firefly Events has been in town for the last few weeks planning weddings for her clients. When she told me she had to make some fringe balloons for an upcoming engagement shoot, I jumped at the chance to photograph her process so I could share it with you. Please enjoy!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
1. Start by cutting your lace ribbon in to a strip about 5'-6' long. This will take the place of the ribbon holding the balloon.
2. Cut fabric into rectangles approximately 1'x1.5'. If you are using tissue paper there is no need to cut, just fold the sheets in half lengthwise.
3. Cut strips in the fabric/tissue paper leaving approximately 1.5" on the top uncut.
4. Tie a piece of lace or ribbon around the center of the fringe.
5. Fold the fabric/tissue paper in half, so the ribbon is on the left side. Roll it up and then wrap the lace/ribbon around the top and tie it in a knot. Make sure to leave a few inches of ribbon free to attach to the balloon.
6. Tie your pieces of fringe on to the lace handle starting at the top. It looks best to vary the colors of the fringe. {Optional: Place a rosette at the top directly under the balloon}
