Worthington Cylinders; $23; www.balloontime.com.
Create a festive mood in just minutes, with less cost and without the hassle of renting a helium tank or racing around with a car stuffed with inflated balloons! This kit comes with a lightweight, disposable helium tank; 15 assorted 18-inch foil balloons; and 15 clip weights with precut ribbons attached. To inflate, just press the nozzle of the tank to fill the foil balloon, then press the balloon ends shut to self-seal. Tank capacity fills 20 or more latex and foil balloons that last for days. Check out Balloon Time online for party ideas and activities from party planning expert Penny Warner.

“My kids thought it was amazing to blow up our own balloons. It was super fun and very useful for birthday parties, other celebrations or just entertaining children.”
– Parent Tester