I have just got back from seeing 100 magicians at the London Palladium, it must go down as one of the best shows I've seen ever, just stunning, an absolute joy to watch, a great way to start the week.

After reading Nippys post it looks like the hard copies are coming later, I have not had an email from Don about the DVD's, just one about the possibility of doing a UK lecture.

Now I will be disappointed if we are only getting a downloadable DVD to view, as Bonnie knows I am a person who likes to have the DVD and case in hand.

You could double stuff it with a 160 inside and tie the nipple end. Then pull approx 1/3 of the 160 out of the 350 and hold onto it while inflating the 350.

Getting everything sorted out and the car loaded up today for an early get away tomorrow, well after the rush hour at about 9.30 then off to hopefully sunny Southport.

This could be an interesting topic Charles, why would one want to twist faster in a line work or entertaining situation. Mind you I suppose it depends how slow you are in the first place.
I have just finished doing 20 dates at a theme park in Southend twisting and worked out that roughly I make around 12 sculptures an hour but while making them I like to think I'm interacting and entertaining those who are waiting for a balloon.

I can see the point of twisting faster when making decor or competition pieces as I have been told by many that time is money which is not something that I worry about to often,
the fun and enjoyment are more important to myself.

Just refreshed the news page with details about Danny and his balloon gardener show that is touring the UK and Ireland this Autumn.
If anyone has any other news that I can add then please let me know.

No nothing yet I need to find a venue, forgot to mention that the lecture day with Ken will be filmed for club members.

This day is now confirmed for Wed 16th Nov and is part of a two day SUPER EVENT, booking details for Ken; http://www.balloonartwholesale.co.uk/catal ... -23-1.html
The day after Ken on the 17th Nov is a bargain at just £15 with four lectures being given by members of the balloon artistes guild, both days are free to club members.
Please book ASAP for Ken as he is on an early bird special and the price will be going up. You can book for the day after Ken via the same link above.

Well done on winning Thelma and a big slap on the back to myself for coming last    :lol:

It's all confirmed    Ken Stillman will be in the UK to lecture on Wed 16th Nov, this is part of a two day special event.
Booking details for Ken; http://www.balloonartwholesale.co.uk/catal ... -23-1.html
Please book ASAP as we are having an early bird special and the price will be going up, both days are free to Balloon Artiste Guild Members.

They normally run from 10 till 5 or 5.30

Finally sorted the day, it will be on Wed 12th Oct and is a non BAG day so everyone that attends will have to pay a £10 fee to help cover the hall costs etc.
This is a non BAG event due to us putting on to many days this year, oops!
Please also bring your own balloons along to play with. I will do a basic class in the morning first thing and then a request lecture, I liked the way this went at the Twistina lecture so if I make it I'm happy to show my version. I'm pretty sure that we will also have a couple of lecture/guest spots so making a nice fun day for everyone. We also go out for a meal after and everyone is most welcome.
Please try and book ASAP as we do need a minimum of 15 for the day to go ahead.
Booking details; http://www.balloonartwholesale.co.uk/catal ... -23-1.html

It's a nice display, is it a challenge finding the pump to use underneath though?

Just made a variation, the second picture the head looks a little sheep like.