Custom Printed Bobo Balloon Artwork Guide

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A Bobo balloon artwork file may look correct on a computer screen and still need changes before it is ready for production. The reason is simple: the finished design has to work on a curved, transparent TPU surface after the balloon is inflated.

For a wholesale buyer, a useful artwork file is not just a sharp image. It needs to give the factory enough information to reproduce the logo, colors, proportions and layout consistently across the production quantity.

Borun Balloon Factory has more than 20 years of balloon manufacturing experience and supplies customers in more than 30 countries. For custom printed Bobo balloons, we review the artwork together with the balloon size, print colors, print position and production requirements before the order is released.

This guide focuses specifically on artwork preparation. For the wider Bobo balloon product range, see Custom Printed Bobo Balloons .

AI / EPS Preferred vector artwork formats

Up to 6 Print colors for suitable projects

Up to 2 Printed sides

Pantone Brand color reference support

18–24 inch Common Bobo balloon sizes

5,000 pcs Standard MOQ per design

5–15 Days Standard production lead time

Sample Pre-production approval available

The goal of artwork preparation is not technical perfection for its own sake. It is to make sure the design remains recognizable, balanced and commercially useful after it becomes a real inflated Bobo balloon.

What Makes Bobo Balloon Artwork Different?

A Bobo balloon is a transparent three-dimensional product. The artwork therefore has to be considered together with curvature, transparency, inflation and viewing distance.

Surface

Curved TPU

The artwork is applied to a curved balloon surface rather than a flat sheet, so scale and placement need to be checked against the actual product.

Transparency

Background Matters

The surrounding background can affect the perceived contrast of printed colors and fine graphic elements.

Inflation

The Design Changes With the Balloon

Inflation changes the physical shape and scale of the printed surface, so a flat artwork preview cannot answer every visual question.

Viewing

Readability Counts

Small text and fine lines that look acceptable on a large monitor may become difficult to read when the finished balloon is viewed from normal distance.

Artwork File Formats We Prefer

Vector artwork is the preferred starting point for custom Bobo balloon printing because the logo or graphic can be scaled without introducing the pixelation associated with low-resolution images.

Preferred

AI Vector Files

Adobe Illustrator artwork is a strong production format, particularly when text has been converted to outlines and graphic elements remain editable paths.

Preferred

EPS & Outlined PDF

EPS and outlined PDF files can also provide clean scalable artwork for production review.

Reviewable

PNG & JPG

High-resolution PNG or JPG files can be reviewed when vector artwork is unavailable. Low-resolution or heavily compressed images may need additional preparation.

One practical rule for artwork files

Send the original artwork whenever possible instead of placing a screenshot inside a document. The original file gives the production team more control over scaling, color separation and preparation for printing.

What Should Be Done Before Sending the Artwork?

Outline the Text Convert fonts to outlines when submitting vector artwork so the approved lettering does not depend on a specific font installed on another computer.

Separate Colors Make the intended print colors clear when a multi-color design is being submitted.

Remove Unnecessary Elements Delete guides, hidden objects, unused layers and visual elements that are not part of the approved artwork.

Keep the Original File Retaining the original editable artwork makes future revisions and repeat orders easier to manage.

Logo Size and Artwork Scale

One of the most common artwork decisions is also one of the easiest to overlook: how large should the logo actually appear on the finished balloon?

There is no universal percentage that works for every Bobo balloon. A short wordmark, a square logo and a detailed illustration behave differently. The artwork should be scaled according to the balloon size, printable area and normal viewing distance.

Too Small

The logo may technically print correctly but lose its commercial value because customers cannot read or recognize it at normal viewing distance.

Balanced

The graphic has enough visual presence to be recognized while still allowing the transparent balloon itself to remain part of the design.

Too Large

An oversized design can dominate the balloon, leave insufficient visual breathing room and make the product look crowded after inflation.

For branded products, bigger is not automatically better. The strongest logo placement is usually the one that can be understood immediately without making the balloon look like a flat printed panel.

Small Text, Fine Lines and Detailed Graphics

Small text is one of the first things that should be reviewed before production. The question is not simply whether a printer can reproduce a line or letter; the question is whether the finished detail will still be useful on an inflated transparent balloon.

Artwork Element	Potential Issue	Factory Review
Very Small Text	Reduced readability at normal viewing distance	Review type size and simplify or enlarge where necessary
Hairline Strokes	Fine lines may lose visual strength	Check line weight against the actual balloon scale
Dense Graphics	Artwork can become visually crowded on a curved surface	Review composition and spacing
Low-Resolution Images	Pixelation and soft edges	Request a higher-resolution source or redraw where necessary
Overlapping Elements	Details can become difficult to distinguish	Simplify layers or separate graphic elements where appropriate

Artwork Colors and Pantone References

Bobo balloons use transparent TPU, so printed color does not behave visually in exactly the same way as color printed on an opaque surface. The surrounding background, lighting and amount of printed coverage can influence the perceived result.

Reference

Pantone Color

Pantone references can be provided for suitable projects when the buyer has a defined brand-color requirement.

Visual result

Transparency Interaction

The transparent TPU surface and surrounding background can change how the printed color is perceived compared with a computer monitor.

Control

Physical Approval

For important brand colors, a physical sample provides a more useful reference than relying only on a digital screen comparison.

How Many Colors Can Be Included?

Suitable custom printed Bobo balloon projects can use up to 6 print colors. The actual number should be based on what the artwork needs rather than adding colors simply because the process allows them.

Simple Brand Artwork

A one- or two-color logo can often communicate the brand more clearly than a heavily layered design. Simple artwork can also preserve more of the transparent balloon's visual character.

Multi-Color Artwork

Designs with several brand colors, illustrations or detailed graphics can use multiple print colors up to the current 6-color capability, subject to artwork review.

For buyers comparing the production implications of different printing processes, see Screen Printing vs Digital Printing on Balloons .

One-Side or Two-Side Printing?

The artwork layout should make the printing side clear before production. Borun supports single-side and double-side printing for suitable Bobo balloon projects, with a maximum of 2 printed sides.

1 side

Single-Side Artwork

A single printed side works well when the balloon has a primary viewing direction and the buyer wants the opposite side to remain visually open.

2 sides

Double-Side Artwork

Two-sided printing can provide branding from different viewing directions. The two layouts should be planned deliberately rather than treated as an automatic duplicate of the front design.

For two-sided printing, send the artwork as two clearly identified sides. This reduces the chance of confusion during artwork review and makes the approved production specification easier to follow.

Print Position and Balloon Size

Artwork size cannot be separated completely from balloon size. A design that feels balanced on an 18-inch Bobo balloon may need a different scale or layout on a larger format.

18 inch

Compact Artwork

Favors clear logos, short wording and less crowded layouts.

20 inch

Balanced Layout

Provides a practical middle ground between compact presentation and visible branding.

22 inch

More Design Room

Can provide additional visual space for larger graphics and stronger branding.

24 inch

Larger Visual Presence

Offers more visible surface when the balloon is intended to make a stronger display statement.

These are practical sizing directions rather than fixed artwork formulas. The final artwork size should be reviewed against the selected product and intended application.

What Happens During the Factory Artwork Review?

The artwork review is where a digital concept becomes a production specification. The purpose is to identify problems while they are still easy to fix.

File Review

Check the submitted file, format, artwork elements and color information.

Scale Review

Check whether the logo or graphic is appropriate for the selected balloon size.

Print Review

Review colors, print sides, position, coverage and suitable printing process.

Proof or Sample

Arrange a digital proof or pre-production sample when required.

Approval

Use the confirmed artwork and specifications as the production reference.

What Should You Check Before Approving a Sample?

Logo Scale Does the logo have enough visual presence without overpowering the balloon?

Color Does the printed color meet the agreed brand or visual reference?

Position Is the artwork located and oriented correctly on the inflated balloon?

Readability Can customers recognize the text or graphic at normal viewing distance?

Artwork Approval Before a 5,000-Piece Production Run

Once a custom order reaches production scale, making changes becomes more expensive and disruptive than correcting the artwork beforehand. This is why artwork approval should be treated as a production checkpoint rather than a formality.

The approved artwork becomes the reference. When the same design is reordered, the confirmed artwork, color direction, placement and production details can be used as the starting reference for the next order.

Common Artwork Problems That Delay Production

Only a Screenshot Is Available

A screenshot can show the intended design but may not provide editable artwork suitable for production. Ask the brand designer for the original file where possible.

Colors Are Not Defined

Saying “use our brand blue” is less useful than providing the approved color reference or Pantone number when an exact brand target matters.

Artwork Was Designed for a Flat Product

A layout created for paper or a website may not automatically look balanced on an inflated transparent balloon.

Text Is Too Small

Fine wording may become difficult to read after printing and inflation. Important information should not depend on extremely small type.

Front and Back Are Unclear

Two-sided artwork should clearly identify which artwork belongs to each side before production.

Old Artwork Was Sent

Using an outdated logo or previous campaign artwork can create avoidable revisions. The latest approved brand file should be identified clearly.

Surface Printing or Printed Inserts?

Artwork can be used in two different ways on a transparent Bobo balloon: printed directly onto the balloon surface or prepared as a printed insert placed inside. These approaches create different visual results and should not be treated as interchangeable.

Surface

Surface Printing

The artwork is printed directly on the TPU balloon surface. This is suitable when the brand message or graphic should become part of the balloon itself.

Inside

Printed Inserts

A printed card or graphic can be placed inside the transparent balloon to create a layered presentation while keeping the outer surface clear.

The choice depends on the intended product presentation, transparency requirement and artwork. For this page, the main artwork guidance applies to the graphics that will be prepared for custom Bobo balloon production.

Custom Bobo Balloon Printing Specifications

Specification	Borun Standard	Artwork Information to Confirm
Material	Premium TPU	Selected Bobo balloon format
Print Colors	Up to 6 colors	Final color count and references
Printed Sides	Up to 2 sides	One-side or two-side artwork
Printing Method	Screen or digital printing	Final method confirmed after artwork review
MOQ	5,000 pcs per design	Quantity and number of designs
Production	5–15 working days	Starts after artwork and specifications are confirmed
Artwork	AI, EPS or outlined PDF preferred	Logo scale, colors, position and printability

Compliance Documentation for Wholesale Buyers

Documentation requirements depend on the destination market and intended product category. Buyers supplying retail channels or children's products should communicate their requirements during the quotation stage.

Available Documentation

Borun has relevant CPC, CE, EN 71-1, EN 71-2, EN 71-3 and EN 71-12 testing documentation and can provide EU-DOC documentation for applicable products and market requirements.

Confirm Before Production

Providing the destination market and required documentation early helps the factory confirm the appropriate documentation for the actual product specification.

MOQ and Production Lead Time

The standard MOQ for custom printed Bobo balloons is 5,000 pieces per design. This applies to custom Bobo balloon printing projects rather than a general low-quantity sample order.

Standard production lead time is 5–15 working days after artwork, balloon specifications and production details have been confirmed.

MOQ

5,000 pcs

Standard minimum quantity for one custom printed design.

Printing

Up to 6 Colors

Screen or digital printing can be selected according to the artwork and project requirements.

Lead Time

5–15 Working Days

Standard production timing begins after the artwork and specifications are confirmed.

Why Work Directly With Borun Balloon Factory?

20+ Years of Balloon Manufacturing

Borun Balloon Factory has more than 20 years of balloon manufacturing experience and supports custom and wholesale balloon production.

International Buyer Experience

Borun supplies customers in more than 30 countries and works with international buyers on product specifications, custom artwork and supply requirements.

Production-Based Artwork Review

Artwork is evaluated together with the actual balloon specification rather than being treated as an isolated graphic file.

Repeat-Order Reference

Approved artwork and production specifications can be retained as references for repeat orders of the same design.

What to Send With Your Artwork Inquiry

The best first inquiry is usually the simplest one: send the actual artwork and enough product information for the factory to understand what you are trying to produce.

Artwork Information

Logo or artwork file
Preferred file format when available
Print color count
Pantone reference when required
One-side or two-side printing
Preferred print position when already defined

Order Information

Preferred Bobo balloon size
Estimated quantity
Number of designs
Packaging requirements
Destination market
Expected delivery date

Send Your Artwork for a Factory Review

Have a Bobo balloon logo, campaign design or branded artwork ready? Send the file together with your preferred size and quantity. Borun Balloon Factory can review the artwork, discuss the suitable printing route and confirm the production specification before your bulk order is finalized.

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Custom Bobo Balloon Artwork FAQ

What file format is needed for Bobo balloon artwork?

AI, EPS and outlined PDF vector files are preferred. High-resolution PNG or JPG files can also be reviewed when vector artwork is unavailable.

Can artwork be printed on both sides of a Bobo balloon?

Yes. Suitable Bobo balloon projects can use one-side or two-side printing, with a maximum of 2 printed sides. The layout should clearly identify the artwork for each side.

How many colors can be printed on a Bobo balloon?

Suitable custom Bobo balloon artwork can use up to 6 print colors. The final color count is confirmed according to the artwork and selected production process.

Can very small text be printed on a Bobo balloon?

Very small text can become difficult to read on a curved transparent surface. Fine lines, thin fonts and small details should be reviewed at the actual balloon scale before production.

Can Pantone colors be used for Bobo balloon artwork?

Pantone references can be used for suitable projects. For important brand colors, sample approval is recommended because the transparent TPU surface, lighting and print coverage can influence the final visual appearance.

What artwork information should I send for a quotation?

Send the artwork file together with the preferred balloon size, print colors, one-side or two-side requirement, estimated quantity, packaging requirements and destination market.

What is the MOQ for custom printed Bobo balloons?

The standard MOQ is 5,000 pieces per design for custom printed Bobo balloon orders.

How long does custom printed Bobo balloon production take?

Standard production lead time is 5–15 working days after artwork, balloon specifications and production details are confirmed.

Can I approve a printed sample before bulk production?

Yes. A digital proof or pre-production sample can be arranged so buyers can review logo scale, color, print position and overall appearance before bulk production.

Can printed inserts be used instead of surface printing?

Yes. Printed inserts can be placed inside transparent Bobo balloons to create a layered visual effect. The appropriate option depends on the artwork and intended product presentation.

Good Bobo balloon artwork starts with the finished product in mind. When size, transparency, logo scale, color, print position and production requirements are considered together, the artwork becomes easier to approve and more reliable to reproduce in bulk. Borun Balloon Factory supports wholesale buyers from artwork review through custom printing and production.

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