This week on What's Up Wednesday, it's bag to school, or anywhere else for that matter.
While kiddos head back to school at all different times any more, we're right in the middle of that season and we have at least 7 different bags/totes to help you get your stuff from home to school, work, or wherever you're headed.
Let's start with lunch. Our new lunch tote features the words Balloon Fiesta and lots of colorful balloons in the light blue sky. Measuring 11 inches deep, this 9 by 4 inch bag, with handles features a snap enclosure to keep things from falling out.
Need something insulated and a little bigger? Check out the packable insulated tote. Open, it's 19 inches by 10 inches and 11 inches deep. Folded up and packed, it's just 10 x 9 and less than 2 inches thick. The black design has neon outline balloons, and is perfect when you need to take cold stuff one way.
Don't need the insulation? Then the Balloon Fiesta XL Shopping Tote is for you. Lots of balloons all lined up for launch appear on this 14 x 14 x 14 tote. Perfect for when you need to take your own bags shopping, or anytime you need to pack your stuff for transport.
When you need to carry your stuff on your shoulders, consider the mini backpack purse. With multiple compartments and adjustable straps, it's large enough to get you through the day without lugging everything you own around. For the smaller ones, it's the grownup way to travel. Also features a silhouette of Sid Cutter, our founder, on it. BTW, be on the lookout for a regular size backpack coming soon to Balloon Fiesta Stuff.
On the smaller size, we just created a new cosmetic bag set. Edged with the words Balloon Fiesta, the larger outer back has clear sides so you can easily find what you're looking for. The two inner bags feature balloons on a cream and black cover that fits nicely inside the bigger bag, or use it when you need something smaller. While we call it a cosmetic bag, it works well for all those toiletries you might be traveling with on your trip to Balloon Fiesta.
Speaking of traveling, many venues now want those bags you bring to be clear. We have designed a small clear wristlet clutch. Approximately 7 x 9, this clutch has a strap for your wrist and other than the words Balloon Fiesta, it's see thru to allow you to fly through security no matter the event.
Finally, if you're truly the minimalist, we have the clip and go set. It's a cell phone strap. It's a small coin pouch. It's a cross-body strap. And you can mix and match the parts to create just what you need when you need it. The strap is available in black or cream. The strap has a card that slips behind your phone inside the case that provides a connection just below the charging port that clips onto the strap.
If you're anything like us, you transport a lot of stuff everyday. Hopefully we have given you some solutions to make that chore more bearable. If you don't see something that works for you, check out the online store. There are more totes, bags and carrying items available.
To wrap up, we have a couple of Insider Tidbits to share. First, some people didn't pick up or make arrangements to pick up their merchandise so we've restocked a few things including the metal poster poster prints.
Some of you may have seen our "other" newsletter announcing a new pin. That announcement was a little premature as that pin will be available, online only starting Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
As always, thanks for your support of Balloon Fiesta and Balloon Fiesta Stuff.