How to Make Deco Puffs for Parade Floats

How to Make Deco Puffs for Parade Floats

A float can have a great theme and still look unfinished if the base is flat, bare, or uneven. Deco puffs solve that problem quickly. Once you know how to make deco puffs, you can add color, dimension, and a full decorated look to float sides, railings, signs, and...
Float Decorating Cost: A Practical Budget Plan

Float Decorating Cost: A Practical Budget Plan

A parade float can look like a big-budget production without becoming one. The key to controlling float decorating cost is deciding where the crowd will look first, covering the structure correctly, and buying enough material the first time. A great float is not...
Float Fringe: How to Cover a Parade Float

Float Fringe: How to Cover a Parade Float

A parade float can have a great theme, bold lettering, and a hardworking crew behind it, yet still look unfinished if the trailer frame, plywood edges, or construction materials show through. Float fringe solves that problem quickly. It creates a full, colorful skirt...
How to Measure a Float for Parade Decorations

How to Measure a Float for Parade Decorations

A float can look simple from the curb, but ordering decorations without a plan can leave you short on floral sheeting, fringe, or the one color you need most. Knowing how to measure a float before you place an order helps your group stay on budget, build with...