How we made The

1920's Balloon Car Sculpture

You can see in this the photo the 3/16" aluminium rod we used for the main frame. In some places we used 1/4" for better strength.

The frame was built in layers so each section would fit though a standard door - that way we could prep the frame before the event day.

The main body was covered using 360Q modelling balloons.

The random bumpy curves add to the effect - it is a balloon sculpture after all.

The mud guards and side runs were made with ali rod and standard 5" balloon garlands.

Silver 260Q balloons were used to add detail for handles, grill etc.

We turned 11" clear latex balloons into donuts - for head lights.

Fixing the door handles.

If you look closely you can plastic tommy guns pointing over the car doors.

This is a great shot of the work that went into the roof and bonnet - a great effect using 360Q's

The wheels were simple - we purchased 4 hoops from toys r us and covered them with 5" balloon garland and a few Silver 260Q balloons.

We laminated some card for the number plate and glued it to the grill

TOMMY 1

This sculpture was heavy. On this occasion we used several lengths os 60lb kite line to hang it in position.