Sunday, January 18, 2009

Another Chapter Closed

As Awesome Events DIY Centerpiece kits business continues to move forward, another chapter in my life closes. Over 22 years ago I became an event decorator, specializing in balloon decor. I was among some of the first to become a CBA (certified balloon artist) and was very active in our state networking chapter. When we launched our website for DIY centerpiece kits almost six years ago, we quit promoting our decorating services, only serving our past clients. As our internet business continued to grow, finding time and energy to decorate became harder and harder. This week, I passed on my last account to a collegue. I'm still not ready to get rid of my decorating tools and framework....maybe someday.
As I closed this chapter in my life, I heard that another chapter from the past was being closed, ACP (Advanced Creative Products). I have known John and Merrill throughout the years. Anyone in the decorating and balloon industry know of the talent and ideas they have brought to the event industry. Personally, the influence from their classes has been a strong anchor in the creation of many of our current centerpiece designs. I wish them the best of success in their future ventures and say many thanks to all they have contributed over the years to this industry.