In this video I’m showing you how I put together a music themed birthday party setup using budget-friendly balloon decor and a simple backdrop stand. I originally did this design for my husband, and I wanted to come back and show you the details—especially how I prep my balloons so they look nice and round (because some of them want to dome). As I inflate them, I push them down to round them out, then I build quick clusters by twisting two sets of two together and adding an extra twist so everything stays tight and secure. I also share how I mix balloon sizes (I’m using 10-inch and 12-inch, plus an 18-inch balloon) to add dimension, because that’s what makes a garland or cluster look more full and expensive. For the specialty balloons like the starburst and the small music note balloons, I show you how I inflate them (including using the straw for the tiny ones) and how I attach clusters to the backdrop using a clear 260 balloon and a clip method. I walk through my backdrop options, adding curtains, clips, and curtain string lights, and then I show the final look all lit up—plus how I repurposed the smaller banner backdrop on my kitchen wall. Have a royal day!