Mama’s Got Balloon Decor — Turning DIY Chaos into a Thriving Luxury Business

She DIYed her first balloon garland out of sticker shock—and now she’s styling luxury events, buying her dream van, and setting her own hours as a single mom.In this episode, I’m joined by Cristina Vlahos of Stina Does It, a powerhouse event stylist known for her bold balloon decor and custom signage that make any party unforgettable. Cristina shares how she went from stay-at-home mom to booked-out balloon boss… while raising a little warrior and rebuilding her life with purpose and passion.You’ll learn:How she scaled from DIY to fully booked using just Instagram and word-of-mouthThe minimum pricing you should be charging for balloon work (hint: if it’s under $28/foot, you’re undercharging)Why balloon art is a luxury service—and how to claim your worth with confidenceBehind the scenes of a 280-foot balloon install and what it taught her about boundaries, burnout, and businessThe power of networking as a mompreneur, and how it unlocked every major opportunity in her journeyThis episode is for the creative mamas, the hustlers in hoodies, and anyone who's ever thought, “Could I actually make money doing this?”Become a part of the MHM community https://stan.store/Themoneyhungrymama Follow Stina (@stinadoesit)📬 Join the MHM newsletter:https://themoneyhungrymama.beehiiv.com/💡 Rate & review the show: It helps more mamas chase their big, bold dreams