Masterclass - Start to Twist - with Melissa Bellefontaine
Practical info
Date: 12 April 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Lunch: Included
Spoken Language: English
Level: Basic knowledge required
Price: €114.95 excl. VAT
Additional info
Would you like to start balloon twisting, or enhance your balloon decorations to the next level with unique, handcrafted elements? During Start to Twist, you will discover the techniques and insights you need to create balloon figures and decorative design elements yourself.
Balloon Artist Melissa Bellefontaine will guide you step by step into the world of balloon twisting. With many years of experience as both an artist and instructor, she will not only teach you how to create figures, but more importantly how to truly understand balloon twisting.
This workshop is designed for beginners, but is also highly valuable for decorators who want to enrich their balloon decor with personalised details.
Wat je zal leren
During this masterclass we work in two clear parts:
1. The fundamentals of balloon twisting
You will learn the essential techniques that form the foundation of almost every balloon figure. Each technique is immediately applied in a practical design, so you not only understand how it works, but also where the common pitfalls are and how you can use the technique creatively.
2. Insight into design and creation
In the second part, we go beyond following steps. You will learn how balloon figures are constructed, how to analyse designs, and how to develop new figures or decorative elements yourself.
The result
After this workshop, you will have the techniques, insight, and creative tools to:
- Analyse and recreate balloon figures you see in photographs
- Create your own designs and variations
- Add unique elements to balloon decor
For decorators, this means a powerful way to personalise decorations and add extra value to their work. For balloon twisters, it provides a solid technical foundation and the creative insight to develop new figures more quickly and further develop their own style.
Under the guidance of Melissa Bellefontaine, you will discover how balloon twisting is not only a technique, but also a creative language that allows you to bring your own ideas to life.
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