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# DIY LED Party Balloons
Sharon Vaknin Shows How to Light up Any Occasion

By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-05-10 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/led-party-balloons
References: [brit.co](http://www.brit.co/living/light-up-your-party-with-led-balloons/) & [sharonvak](http://www.sharonvak.com/)

Now you can create your own [glow-in-the-dark balloons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-in-the-dark-water-bottle) and have an illuminating party at night with this project by Sharon Vaknin. All that’s needed to create these wonderful party accents is some balloons and store bought LED lights. You can also make your own.

Before you fill your balloons with helium, simply turn the light on and insert it into the balloon. Normally LED lights will last for 24-48 hours, and if by the end of your gathering the lights are still gleaming, simply pop the balloons and turn the lights off to save them for your next party!

It’s amazing how these [LED party balloons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blow-lamp) are such a simple and inexpensive idea, yet can turn any party into a [glowing spectacle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jlab-party-speaker).

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.8/10
- Popularity: 100% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **DIY LED Decor:** The trend of creating DIY LED party decor and accents using store-bought LED lights is rapidly growing.
- **Eco-friendly Party Supplies:** The trend of creating eco-friendly party supplies using items that are generally thrown away is on the rise, one such trend is DIY LED balloons.
- **Innovative Party Ideas:** The trend of experimenting with innovative party ideas that use technology in creative ways is gaining popularity across all age groups.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Event Planning:** Event planners can explore the trend of DIY LED decor to add personalized touches to clients' parties while keeping the cost low and eco-friendly.
- **Hospitality:** Hotels and restaurants can incorporate innovative party ideas inclusive of DIY LED decor to attract customers and stand out in the competitive market.
- **Retail:** Retailers who specialize in party supplies can explore the trend of eco-friendly party supplies and incorporate LED balloons in their inventory to attract customers who prefer elevated and sustainable party decor.

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