4.14.2011

Inspired by Balloons

Images via Pinterest

My inspirational folder is bursting with images these days and I though you might enjoy looking at what creatively moves me from time to time as well. 

I know balloons are cheesy, I know everyone has a ton of pictures with them, but I just cannot get enough of them. I'm really looking forward to some portrait sessions this summer featuring colorful balloons! :)

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60 comments:

  1. scarlet's walkApril 14, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    cute!

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  2. Orange and ClovesApril 14, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    AHHH! This post is making me so happy!
    I actually really don't like balloons but this looks so fun!

    orangeandcloves.blogspot.com

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  3. AnonymousApril 14, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    They may be cheesy but they are fab!!

    C x
    Have you guys checked out my giveaway yet?
    http://memiorsofalittlethingcalledlife.blogspot.com/

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  4. laurenApril 14, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Not cheesy at all! I love this!!! Can I re-post sometime? With credit of course :)
    xoxo Lauren
     http://happylifeinnyc.blogspot.com/

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  5. PsycheApril 14, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Hi! Thanks for dropping by my blog. I'm following you in both GFC and Bloglovin. I love your blog, and your beautiful pictures.

    Psyche
    My Thrifting Adventures
    http://luckythrift.blogspot.com/

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  6. Knitful DezignsApril 14, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    How super gorgeous :)

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  7. CollectionsApril 14, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Balloons. I love it! It's not cheesy at all its perfect!

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  8. Helena - A Diary of LovelyApril 14, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    ah I love balloon photos, they feel somehow magic

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  9. Gabby / Gypsy*DiariesApril 14, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    @lauren sure!!! no problemo, my pleasure! ;)

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  10. KimberleyApril 14, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    LOL i love balloons, I would be upset if my mom stopped giving them to me for my birthday haha

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  11. The Everything ListApril 14, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    i love them in pictures though! i had them in my engagement photos: http://lachapstickfanatique.blogspot.com/2010/06/our-e-session-part-two.html

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  12. simplyvonneApril 14, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    i totally do think it's cheesy! i love them!! Im planning on getting lots for my daughter's 3rd month photoshoot this summer! :D

    btw im having a giveaway on my blog
    xoxo
    www.simplyvonne.blogspot.com

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  13. UnknownApril 14, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Wonderful pics!!! <333


    xoxo*

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  14. samantha ramageApril 14, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    i love the quote so much!! balloons are one of those things like confetti and paper chains, that if done right, can totally be classic and uncheesy, but if done wrong can be a big old mess! i wish they were better for the environment so i could let go of a bunch at my wedding...

    xo
    sami

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  15. AnonymousApril 14, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I love all of the balloons! Made me smile.

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  16. AnonymousApril 14, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I love all of the balloons! Made me smile.

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  17. Style StitchApril 14, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    What an uplifting post, haha. Very cute! Love your blog..xx Style Stitch

    www.thestylestitch.blogspot.com

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  18. GoodFrameofMindApril 14, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    These pictures make me want to ditch work and go have a party! Thanks for sharing :)

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  19. melifaifApril 14, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Ah, yes! Balloons make everything POP, no?! Hahahaha...I, too, am cheesey because I intended that pun. Love balloons in pics. Especially the black dress with the bright balloons!!!

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  20. AnonymousApril 14, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Balloons are always a lovely gift! I prefer a bunch of balloons rather than a dozen roses, they make me feel 5 years old again, your collage is so cute!

    Cess O. <3
    The Outfit Diaries

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  21. AnonymousApril 14, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Fun photos, I don't think they're cheesy more so cheery!

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  22. Griffin and GretchenApril 14, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Everyone has pictures with them because everyone loves them!
    I love the pic with the balloons coming out of her skirt. Too cute

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  23. Young Gucci PurseApril 14, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Oh I LOVE these! Especially the vintage style one on the beach! Colorful balloons may be cheesy but they are surely cheerful:)
    xoxo
    Leah

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  24. Behind the LashesApril 14, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    All great shots...I'm a sucker for balloon photos too. They're just so happy.

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  25. AnnieApril 14, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    those pictures are beautiful but sadly balloons scare me =(

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  26. Absolutely Mrs. KApril 14, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    when i was a child we never had such wonderful balloons as these ones, all the pretty pastel colors!! i would have been a lot more happier if i would had a stylish one like these girls have

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  27. Nazlı BabaogluApril 14, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    pretty balloons :) stay with love.

    http://nazlibabaoglu.blogspot.com/

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  28. travelkateApril 14, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    I don't think it's cheesy-I think balloons are so cheery! And these are some inspiring image of them you have here!

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  29. LeaApril 14, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    but who does not love balloons? So cute and happy. Especially when they're all colorful. I mean, I still smile like a dork and bounce (tug) them around if I have them. Pretty pictures. Love the wedding/engagement one.

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  30. Meisha.StyleApril 14, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    love balloons! beautiful pictures!

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  31. stephanieApril 14, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    loving all the balloon photos on pinterest!
    it had me considering watching the red balloon last night on netflix, but no luck convincing the husband, boo.

    love your blog! happy to have found it! im gonna try to find you on pinterest.

    www.thenletitbe.blogspot.com

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  32. AnonymousApril 14, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    I love balloons and seeing these pictures just made my day. It's been a difficult week, with serious family illness, but your balloons have cheered me. Many thanks!
    Steph

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  33. Mandy KosterApril 14, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    love these cheesy balloons! X

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  34. AnonymousApril 14, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Balloons make me happy : )

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  35. Mary @ stylefylesApril 14, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Awesome! I love these photos! Thanks for sharing your balloon inspiration. It's amazing how timeless the concept is, and how how one simple balloon (or many!!) can make a photograph that much more dynamic!

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  36. Erin WillettApril 14, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    I love balloons! These photos are adorable :)

    heyrecklessmind.blogspot.com

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  37. MeeshApril 14, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    I desperately want to be that little girl in the coat. She just looks so HAPPY to have those balloons!

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  38. JustineApril 15, 2011 at 1:09 AM

    Pooh is right!

    Just Better Together

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  39. GretchTMApril 15, 2011 at 1:31 AM

    Balloons are fun! Gotta love the colors!

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  40. ColorerApril 15, 2011 at 1:53 AM

    I love this! I'm actually doing a photoshoot this summer with balloons! Cannot wait! =)

    xx.

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  41. LauraApril 15, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    Ohh I bet those photo sessions with balloons will be lovely!

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  42. Lydz xXApril 15, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    i feel 5 again :D. great inspiration pics

    http://themashedup.blogspot.com/
    Lydz xX

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  43. jamielynn3April 15, 2011 at 3:07 AM

    This is so beautiful!

    Love your site.

    http://thisredheadsaid.tumblr.com/

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  44. Martina Lynne :: The Life AcademicApril 15, 2011 at 3:18 AM

    One of my most favorite memories was from college, when I convinced my RA to let me into my best friend's dorm room so that I could fill up her balloons for a birthday surprise. It was one of the most cheerful things I've ever seen: multi-colored balloons from the floor up to the windows. So I love the idea of styling with balloons in mind!

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  45. UnknownApril 15, 2011 at 3:44 AM

    LOOOOVE these ballon images -such a great collection, and such pretty colors for spring :)

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  46. Jennifer FabulousApril 15, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    These balloon photos are so pretty and really put a smile on my face this evening. Thank you! :)

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  47. carolinaApril 15, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    ah, love balloons. <3

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  48. purse 'n bootsApril 15, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    this is such an amazing post!! so inspirational----you did such an amazing job at pairing all the pictures together. i loooove it! and thank you soooooo much for your sweet comment!

    xx
    ashley <3

    pursenboots.blogspot.com

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  49. AshleyApril 15, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    I love those images!
    What a cheerful way to begin the day ahead:) Thank you!

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  50. AnonymousApril 15, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Aww, loving this! I wish I could make a photoshoot with lots of baloons one day... Who knows.. :)

    Have a lovely weekend, sweetie!

    xx
    M.

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  51. Connie | Daydream In ColorApril 15, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    These totally cheered me up for the long day ahead! I especially love the ones under the dress!

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  52. LieslApril 15, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    I agree completely and they just make me oh so happy! Balloons have been an inspiration of mine since last year and I plan on having them as a part of my engagement session this summer...can't wait!!!

    Liesl :)

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  53. CaitApril 15, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Great collection! You can never go wrong with some colourful balloons.

    Cait x

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  54. BreApril 15, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    I having a bummer day so seeing these balloons made me smile. Thank you they are all beautiful.
    Cheers,
    Bre

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  55. HeidiApril 15, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    You are adorable! Seriously. I feel like your mission is to make everyone smile and find the world a little more interesting each time they check out your blog.

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  56. LivApril 16, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    This is quite possibly the most gorgeous blog post I've seen in some time! Gorgeous blog too. Love it

    http://livs-loves.blogspot.com/

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  57. Catherine *The Spring*April 17, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    Baloons done this way are so NOT cheesy - they're fabulous! This is a glorious collection of images - thanks for sharing!
    - Catherine at The Spring

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  58. jessica januaryApril 17, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    aww, they're beautiful!

    january, x
    jessicajanuary.com

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  59. DanielaDukleskaApril 19, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    Love Balloons in photo sessions!
    I'll make it a goal to have a balloon photo session!

    danieladukleska.blogspot.com

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  60. HilaryApril 19, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    I love the Balloons. When I am in a not so hot mood, balloons really do help! :) just as good as flowers.

    XO Hilary Nicole
    http://thehippinista.blogspot.com/

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