Loony Balloonies and Face Painting

02/10/2024

Wow! Another incredible season of ✨dazzling up✨ so many events in the Cedar Valley & surrounding areas. What I do in this little side gig is so rewarding.

Kids literally jumping with excitement as I make their balloon creation.
That confident beam when I turn the mirror around to reveal their face paint.
So many smiles & memory making for so many families.

Although this takes up so many of my weekends in the summertime, I wouldn't change it for anything.

The last birthday party I was at, a little boy asked me, "Do you have to do this every day?"

I sounded JUST LIKE my mom when I replied, "Well first! I don't have to do this. I GET to do this. This is a really special job."

I am so lucky to not only be gifted with these somewhat *odd* talents, but to be in a position to use them to bring extra joy to so many people every year.

From West Union to Wellsburg. Forest City to Gladbrook. Dows to Evansdale. Many more towns & lots and lots of events in Cedar Falls & Waterloo.

Church gatherings, kid's birthday parties, city festivals, company events, fundraisers & more. I am incredibly blessed & so thankful for all those that called me to come be a part of their events this year.

Which brings me to my last point! The organizers. THESE ARE YOUR PEOPLE. They work SO hard, often on a volunteer basis, to bring life into our communities. & they DO NOT get enough credit for what they do. Sometimes, they only hear the complaints. Next time you're at an event - make a point to thank the organizers. Thank the helpers. Tell them how much fun your family had at their event. They put so much love into our communities, they deserve to get some love back.

With much love & care,

Anna

p.s. - I am totally available year round! Although busy season is coming to a close, don't hesitate to reach out if you're searching for a way to ✨dazzle up✨ your event or kid's birthday party!

11/08/2024

At my 2nd of 3 events today! Started with helping to make a little girl's birthday party extra special, now I'm with Grace Lutheran Church at their picnic in the park & next I'm headed to Target Distribution for a company event!

& after all that I'm headed to New Dawn Yoga to teach the 5:30 Candlelight class 🕯

It's been such a fun summer bringing extra joy to so many events! 😊

09/08/2024

I'll be here again on September 12th! ✨

31/07/2024

Looking forward to this event next Wednesday! ✨️

11/07/2024

Heading here soon! ✨️

08/07/2024

Looking forward to being at the Denver farmers market again this coming Thursday from 4:30-6:30! Bring your kids to get free face painting and balloon art. Support the market vendors while you're there!

Back again for more fun! Loony Balloonies! See you Thursday at the market! 🎈🎨

27/06/2024

I'll be here tonight! ✨️

T minus 4 hours and 30 minutes to the CVDA Parkersburg 5 year anniversary OPEN HOUSE!!! Food by Kolder Q and Iowa Sweet, dunk tank, bouncy house, balloons by Loony Balloonies and Face painting by It Up! Facepainting!!! AND DON'T EVEN GET ME STARTED ON THE DOOR PRIZES.... A HUGE array from local vendors - The building, Windy Ridge Handcrafted, fused by gabby, Beau And Co., T and L's Pizza Plus, Bev & Hennie's, Legend Trail Golf Course, Country Club & Events, The Peppercorn Pantry, Stinky's Bar and Grill and Parkersburg Hardware! Special appearance by KQCR 98.9 FM Parkersburg!

21/06/2024

I'll be here this summer ☀️

GCREC Members - Save the date! August 7, we will be hosting our second annual Member Appreciation Event in the Alumni Building at the Grundy County Fairgrounds.
☑Dinner by BarLea Roots Event Centre food truck
☑Face painting and balloon animals by Loony Balloonies and Face Painting
☑Bounce houses
☑Bucket truck rides
☑A chance to win some GREAT prizes - stay tuned for the details ;)..and MORE! Stay tuned as we release more event teasers over the next couple weeks.

Event vouchers will be available July 1-August 7; stop in or call during that time to secure your vouchers (required for the meal)!

20/06/2024

Join us this Sunday & support my new venture!

Also face painting in Fairbanks Friday from 5pm-7pm and a private event Saturday evening.

Join us at our Summer Solstice Event on Sunday, June 23rd! Come for all or part of the event, noon-4:30. Register here: https://www.newdawnhotyoga.com/workshops

30/05/2024

Lots going on with my new business! Also 3 balloon & face painting events on Saturday 😅

Hello everyone!

I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the warm welcome you've given me as I step into my new role as owner. I’m deeply honored to be trusted to nurture and preserve this special space with all my heart and soul. I am immensely grateful for the trust and support of Sarah, Julia, and the New Dawn yogi community. I am incredibly excited to continue growing this wonderful community that Sarah and Julia have so lovingly nurtured. I'm thankful to say that both Sarah and Julia will remain an integral part of the studio - I couldn’t do it without their support.

Many of you already know me, and some of you have seen how much New Dawn has transformed both my personal practice and my teaching style. While I love teaching, my passion for practicing yoga runs deeper. I've learned so much from our diverse instructors, and my teaching style has evolved significantly since I first started practicing with you all. I look forward to continuing this journey in my new role.

A little about me: I grew up here in Cedar Falls. I’ve been married for nearly 7 years and we have three beautiful Italian greyhounds we love dearly. I love gardening, painting, bringing people together, and sharing good food.

Outside of the studio, I work in sales at CityBuilders Cedar Falls, helping people find durable, practical, and beautiful solutions for their exterior home improvements, including windows, siding, roofing, gutters/toppers, entry doors & decks. This job is a great fit as it allows me the flexibility to manage my other businesses and connect with people one-on-one throughout our community. I love helping people make their homes more comfortable & beautiful. I also run a small business, Loony Balloonies and Face Painting, where I spread joy at festivals and parties through my art.

I'm excited to refresh our studio to better reflect our beautiful community. We have plans to add a welcoming mural and install a new floor. We will also be hosting a Summer Solstice Party, with ticket sales going towards studio updates & free will donations to the House of Hope- Cedar Valley, Iowa and Cedar Valley Angels. There are more updates on the way, and I'm doing my best to just take it one step at a time.

This Saturday, we'll have a symbolic passing of the torch. Sarah will teach the first class at 7:30 AM, and I'll follow with the 9 AM class. Afterward, we'll celebrate New Dawn's next phase with mimosas and non-alcoholic beverages. I hope to see you there!

With much love and care,

Anna Christine Love

07/05/2024

HUGE life update! ✨

I am so excited to share that in less than a month, I will become the new owner of New Dawn Yoga right here in Cedar Falls!

Our community radiates love, generosity, and peace, and I'm deeply honored to be trusted to nurture and preserve this special space with all my heart and soul. I am immensely grateful for the trust and support of Sarah, Julia, and the New Dawn yogi community.

I'm eager to infuse some fresh energy into the studio, with plans for a little redecoration, a welcoming mural, a new floor in the studio space, additional artwork, notes of encouragement, and a suggestion box. Additionally, introducing a non-hot night for those who prefer a cooler practice, along with beginner workshops and more. I’ll always have open ears for any recommendations that come my way.

While I've owned and operated other businesses, diving into the world of brick-and-mortar ownership, especially with a team of employees, marks an exciting and challenging new journey for me. I'm grateful for every bit of support that comes my way.

To celebrate its next chapter, New Dawn will host a Summer Solstice Party, featuring an all-level yoga class, pool time, pickleball, and a co****le tournament. Tickets will be available starting June 1st.

I invite you to visit the event page and join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter! Whether you are a familiar or unfamiliar face to me or New Dawn, all are welcome to participate.

As I've been sharing this exciting news with friends, family and fellow yogis, two questions have been popping up, depending on which aspect of my life they're familiar with, so I figured I’d include them here!

1. Will you still be doing face painting, balloon animals, and working at City Builders?

Absolutely! Since each instructor at the studio manages their own opening and closing, my new role won't significantly impact my current day-to-day activities, aside from some office tasks and occasional studio touch-ups.

2. What about Sarah and Julia?!?

Both Sarah Beckman and Julia Andreini will remain integral parts of New Dawn. Sarah is embracing a new role as the studio’s Dance Mom, while Julia will continue to contribute her invaluable presence to the studio just as before.

Thank you so much for your support! Whether you've taken the time to read this post in its entirety, sent good vibes or prayers our way, shared the news with family and friends, or even taken the step into the doors of our studio, I am incredibly appreciative for each and every gesture of support. ❤️✨

30/03/2024

We did it y'all ✨

A huge thank you to Oakridge Real Estate for having me again this year. They do such an amazing job putting this huge event on for our community & create SO many smiles Easter weekend each year.

A special thank you to my wonderful husband for blowing up 300 of the thousand pre-made balloons. My tying finger was strong til the end of this morning because of him. 😘

Also thank you to Sarah Beckman for covering my 7:30AM yoga class at New Dawn Yoga this morning & Renae Minikus for dealing with me making balloons at my full time gig, CityBuilders Cedar Falls between phone calls. 😁

Always such a great challenge to start off the season & boy am I excited to lay down. 😅

But first I'm headed to Dysart to face paint & make some more balloons at a child's birthday party! There's rest to be had after smiles are made ✨

Happy Easter!

28/03/2024

Getting started prepping a THOUSAND balloons for all the kiddos at Oakridge Real Estate's Eggstravaganza this Saturday! It's going to be a magical morning. ✨️

27/01/2024

Representing my side gig at my main gig - stop by the boat show! I'll be here today & tomorrow.

12/12/2023

In the midst of holiday parties & kid's birthday parties!

Thank you to An Elegant Affair Bridal for having me for reindeer games a couple weeks ago - a holiday hoopla event! My first time doing holiday themed face paint and it was a very merry time ☃️

This past weekend was the Waterloo Elk Lodge's holiday party - so much fun making so many balloons for the kiddos! Then I face painted at a 4-year-old girl's birthday party on Sunday. Those kids were feeling extra special with their face and arm paintings! ☺️

This coming weekend I'll at the Independence Library's Holiday event with ✨SANTA✨ and all are welcome! Fun with crafts, games and other activities...Friday from 5pm-6:30pm

Saturday evening I'll be at Hammond Avenue Brethren Church's Christmas Event from 6-8. They put on such a fun event for the kiddos every year including a walk-through of the story of the birth of Jesus where kiddos act out all the parts. It's always so cute seeing them run around in their little costumes between shows! All are welcome.

Sunday I get to help celebrate another little girl's birthday who is turning 4! Her mom said it's her first real party between Covid & it being so close to the holidays, so we will make it extra special for her & her friends & family. ✨🥳

After this weekend I have NOTHING booked until elementary school fun fair season in May. 😭

The slow season is always this time but I usually get to sparkle up some birthday parties!

Please reach out if you'd like to add some extra fun to your child's birthday party or family get together! I'd love to bring that extra dazzle to your event ✨