Anza Girl Scouts learn balloon art

Balloon artist GeriLyn Blanton Mellin helps the youngsters select colored balloons at the Girl Scout meeting Monday, Aug. 15. Anza Valley Outlook/Courtesy photo
Balloon artist GeriLyn Blanton Mellin made a special visit to Girl Scout Troop 1805’s meeting Monday, Aug. 15 to share her knowledge creating fun and colorful art from balloons. The girls excitedly absorbed the lessons, making their very own masterpieces out of thin air and multi-hued latex.“Thank you to GeriLyn for coming out to our Girl Scout Troop 1805 meeting today,” Alex Daraban said. “We really appreciate you taking the time out of your day to show the girls how to make balloon art.”Well known for her balloon-twisting talents and generous in sharing her skills, Mellin was in her element teaching the eager Scouts.“I had such a great time and enjoyed myself thoroughly,” she said.According to th
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