Saturday, April 4, 2020 • 7PM Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center Grand Ballroom

ChildServe’s Bubble Ball

Bubble Ball Goals

1.  Have fun! 2.  Raise money to help

children with special healthcare needs and their families

3.  Teach people about ChildServe

ChildServe’s Mission

•  We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.

•  www.childserve.org

About ChildServe

•  Non-profit organization started in 1928

•  Locations: –  Ames –  Des Moines –  Iowa City

•  Over 30 services •  4,600 children served annually

By the Numbers

•  Nearly $1.5 million raised •  1000+ attendees •  100+ models/performers •  120+ designers •  60+ volunteers and

committee members •  1 memorable night

Attending the Event

•  Anyone solely responsible for creating at least one design –  1 free designer ticket (non-transferrable) – Opportunity to purchase one $50 companion

ticket •  New This Year: Strict deadline for

designer and companion ticket requests, due to event demand – Deadline: January 6

Attending the Event

New this year: •  Designers and their

guest will have assigned seats among the event guests

•  Plated meal, open bar

Design Guidelines

•  Bubble wrap must be core element! – Pick up bubble wrap from ChildServe

•  Colors: Pink, Red, Black, White, Yellow, Blue, Green, Orange, Brown, Gold, Silver and Clear– small bubble

•  New this year: Bubble wrap is stored off-site •  Pick up is by appointment only:

Contact 515-727-1480 or foundation@childserve.org to set up a time

•  Must fit into 2020 design theme

2020 Theme

Fantastically Magical!

Fantastically Magical!

Specialty Performers

•  Specialty acts will perform as part of the show.

•  To design for one of these performers, check the box on your designer preference form.

Designer Preference Forms

•  List your top 3 design ideas – be specific – We may allow more than one of any

specific character this year. •  REQUIRED: Submit a photo or sketch •  Optional: Pick a song that fits with magical

and fantasy •  Submit your design preference form by

Nov. 15 to foundation@childserve.org

Models for Runway Designs

OPTION 1: •  Provide your own. •  When thinking of

who you want to model, keep in mind that this event is more than just a runway show – it’s about entertaining the audience.

OPTION 2: •  We will connect you

with a professional model for free.

•  Design for a ChildServe child

•  Contact ChildServe by Jan. 31.

Hair & Makeup

•  Hair stylists and makeup artists for runway models will be available on-site prior to the event.

•  No charge for appointments •  All appointments must be scheduled by

contacting Stacey St Ores by January 31 (fxmasterstylist@hotmail.com)

Hair & Makeup

Choreography Rehearsals

•  Runway designers and their models must attend 1 of 3 pre-event rehearsals together. – Held at Franklin Jr. High – March 1, March 8, and March 22 from 2-4pm – The last rehearsal is typically the busiest so

consider attending the first or second if possible.

– Rehearsals run first come, first serve, so arrive early if you want to be done early.

Choreography Rehearsals

•  Please come with a plan in mind for your models. There is not a lot of time to work out your choreography during the rehearsals, so be prepared.

•  Stage layout will be similar to last year. •  Each piece will be on stage for about

30-45 seconds. Multiple pieces within a design will get more stage time.

Choreography Rehearsals

•  Confirm the spelling of your name and models’ names for event program and show graphics.

•  Fit your model, if necessary.

•  Confirm hair & make-up appointments.

Design Drop-off

STATIONARY: •  On-site setup on

Saturday, April 4th •  8am – 4pm

RUNWAY: •  Bring your piece with you to the rehearsal

on Saturday, April 4th

Mandatory Day-Of Rehearsal

•  Runway designers only •  2pm on Saturday, April 4th •  Grand Ballroom of the Community Choice

Credit Union Convention Center •  MANDATORY, NO EXCEPTIONS •  Run-through of runway show –

no costumes or hair/makeup

Professional Photos

•  Make sure to have your photo taken in full costume and makeup by our on-site professional photographer

•  Last year’s photos available on the Bubble Ball Design Guild Facebook group

•  Bubble Ball books are in production!

After the Event

•  If you wish to keep your designs, take them home after the Bubble Ball on Saturday.

Tools of the Trade

•  Low-heat glue gun •  Non-stick teflon sewing machine presser foot •  Duct tape or clear packing tape •  Velcro •  Modge-podge glue •  Floral pins and styrofoam •  Xtreme wax sticks and wire •  Hair straightener to fuse two pieces together

Adding Color

•  Apply acrylic paint with a small roller for a faster finish than brushing it on.

•  Most spray paint flakes. Try Plasti Dip instead.

•  Modge-podge tissue paper onto the back side of the bubble wrap.

•  Don’t forget, ChildServe has colored bubble wrap available!

Online Resources

•  Visit childserve.org/bubbleball and click on the “Designers” page

•  Downloadable copies of info packet/forms •  Photo gallery from last year •  Design inspiration websites and videos •  Links to our designer facebook group and

pinterest boards

Bubble Ball Designers’ Guild

Publicity & Social Media

•  Let us know if you finish your design early! •  Media opportunities may be available. •  Tag @ChildServe and use the hashtag

#bubbleballdsm in your facebook, twitter, and instagram posts

Don’t Forget To...

•  Make sure we have your email address

•  Turn in your preference form (if you have it ready) OR plan to email it by November 15

•  Ask a ChildServe team member for a tour if you’re interested