There's a lot more info to be had by following the source link, especially on techniques. It would also really help if someone could upload a few pictures; I might even buy a few balloons and do it myself. Importance in carnival/fair atmosphere and clowning/stage magic might be appropriate, as well as mention of books, movies, video games where it's used (i.e., The Mask, Kingdom of Loathing, etc.)--Polyparadigm 08:06, 16 Mar 2005 (UTC)