While many suppliers and wholesalers have temporarily shut down production, others have been continuing to operate on an ‘as needed’ basis. As such, PartyWorldwide.net has collated the current operational status and contact details of a wide range of party and costume businesses.
While parties and celebrations are currently being scaled back dramatically and taking place at home, they are still happening – and of course fancy dress is being used to add a bit of colour to all sorts of mundane activities, from taking business conference calls to putting the bins out.
The following PartyWorldwide.net supplier list, which includes current contact details and information as well as the operational status of the business itself, will be updated on a rolling basis, providing a ongoing resource for retailers and other customers to see who is open for business.
If you would like to be added to the below list or update your details at any time, please get in touch.
Adams Gas
Operational status: Open and still sending out disposable and refillable helium cylinders through the UK and Europe
Contact: Steve Adams
Phone: +44 (0) 1843 220596
Email: steve@adamsgas.co.uk
“During these difficult times Adams Gas is doing everything possible to maintain supplies to existing and new customers.”
Amscan International
Operational status: Currently not despatching orders
Contact: Barry Ansell
Phone: +44 (0) 7469 350519
Email: sales@amscan-uk.co.uk
“Office and warehouse are currently closed, awaiting advice from the Government. Further information and updates are being posted on www.amscan.co.uk as necessary.”
Angels FDW
Operational status: Open
Contact: Annette Walker
Phone: +44 (0) 2087328871
Email: customer.services@fancydresswarehouse.com
“Our warehouse is still open and operating as usual.”
Balloon Market
Operational status: Orders not currently being taken. Lines of communication still open.
Contact: Anna Fisk
Phone: +44 (0) 3333 704 777 (messages only)
Email: info@balloonmarket.co.uk
“The decision to close was taken to protect the long-term health of our employees, customers and anyone that usually comes in contact with us. Stay safe.”
Balloonprint
Operational status: Open for business
Contact: Peter or Alyson Bradley
Phone: +44 (0) 01945 773559
Email: balloonprint@btinternet.com
“We are fortunate enough to live on site and be able to operate safely with just family members.”
BAPIA
Operational status: Open as usual – online and telephone
Contact: John Bowler
Phone: +44 (0) 208 123 1746
Email: info@bapiaonline.com
“Supporting members with benefits such as insurance, discounts and information.”
Boland
Operational status: Open Monday – Thursday
Contact: Jan Willem Tuitel
Phone: +31 172 447556
Email: sales@boland.eu
“The plan is to support and supply customers while still possible. Our next update will be on 1 May.”
Bristol Novelty
Operational status: Fully operational – website orders, telephone sales and e-fulfilment requirements
Contact: Fran Hales
Phone: +44 (0) 117 972 4012
Email: sales@bristolnovelty.co.uk
“At Bristol Novelty we are still despatching orders, ensuring that we take the required steps to operate safely. We ask that where possible customers continue to enter their orders online.”
California Costume Collections
Operational status: Warehouse closed for shipping. Limited office staff working remotely
Contact: Helena Yew
Phone: +1 323-262-8383
Email: helena@californiacostumes.com
Creative Party
Operation status: Operating on skeleton staff
Contact: Tina Doyle
Phone: +44 (0) 1202 590 222
Email: Tina@creativepartyltd.com
“We are currently operating with skeleton staff, despatching on a Tuesday and Thursday each week. Please contact Tina for more information.”
Folat
Operational status: Operational
Contact: Greg de Jong
Phone: +31 235 112511
Email: info@folat.eu
“Our team is happy to remain at your service and are all easily accessible by phone or email, while our online webshop is also fully operational.”
Gemar
Operational status: Open
Contact: Dominique Palladini and Anna Matteucci
Phone: +39 0776 639700
Email: balloons@gemar.it
“Largest European manufacturer of natural rubber latex balloons, producing millions of balloons every day, made with Italian passion and pride.”
GO International
Operational status: Online orders only, reduced service 12 until 3pm
Contact: George Oustayiannis
Phone: +44 (0) 1438 745746
Email: sales@gointernational.co.uk
“In line with Government recommendations we have been able to maintain an online presence with a skeleton staff of three.”
Haza Group
Operational status: Open
Contact: Sales department
Phone: +31 (0)85 488 1270
Email: haza@haza.nl
“Our online webshop is operational for all orders. Also available by chat for support and help.
We’ve updated our terms and conditions to support our customers.”
ITI (UK)
Operational status: Monday to Friday until further notice
Contact: Mark Brett
Phone: +44 (0) 7836 512367
Email: markybrett@yahoo.co.uk
“The plan is to continue to support and supply customers while possible.”
Moon Creations
Operational status: Business as usual(ish!)
Contact: Lizzie Paine
Phone: +44 (0) 1438 525999
Email: lizzie@mooncreations.com
“While our office-based team is now working from home, it’s business as usual. Dispatch and delivery times may be extended.”
NABAS – The balloon and party association
Operational status: Open as normal, working from home
Contact: Christine Joyce
Phone: +44 (0) 1787 221026
Email: info@nabas.co.uk
“Protecting and supporting our members now more than ever, working around the clock online, by phone, on facebook and via webinars.”
Neviti
Operational status: Fully operational
Contact: Tracey Cooper
Phone: +44 (0) 7980 521234
Email: info@neviti.com
“Our warehouse is ready to ship your orders of paper disposables, balloons and baking accessories. Please allow extra time for delivery.”
Northwest Greetings
Operational status: Open with reduced hours
Contact: Sales
Phone: +44 (0) 1942 719888
Email: smile@balloonworld.co.uk
“Due to increased demand from our customers we are opening from 10am to 4pm each day and will be operational with minimal or no customer contact. Free shipping is now available at £75 + VAT.”
OppoSuits
Operational status: Open for business
Contact: Robin Breeman
Phone: + 31 6 27417694
Email: robin@opposuits.com
“OppoSuits is still open and at your service, you can still reach us through our normal channels. Our warehouses are also open and we still accept orders although there might be a slight delay in delivery time.”
Palmer Agencies
Operational status: Active, with longer delivery lead times
Contact: Sergio Battaner
Phone: +44 (0) 7711 013 828
Email: sergio@palmeragencies.com
“Palmers accepts and delivers all orders but in a different capacity. It will be shipping with one or two days’ delay to any customer.”
Party Plus
Operational status: Working from home wholesale mail order only
Contact: Steve Wilson
Phone: +44 (0) 7931196370
Email: Steve@partyplus.co.uk
“We are lucky enough to live onsite and be able to continue to operate with our father and daughter team.”
Pioneer Europe
Operational status: Working with reduced staff and temporarily closed for orders. The situation is being reviewed daily.
Contact: Customer service team
Email: pelorder@qualatex.com
Premium Balloon Accessories
Operational status: Operating via online and telephone
Contact: John Bowler
Phone: +44 (0) 7955 270679
Email: john@premiumballoon.com
“Continuing to supporting our customers and distributors online and via telephone in Europe, while our US facility works to strict government guidelines.”
Pretend to Bee
Operational status: Open and processing orders
Contact: Support
Email: support@pretendtobee.com
Rubie’s Masquerade
Operational status: Operational
Contact: Laura Hall
Phone: +44 (0) 1491 826500
Email: customerservices@rubiesuk.com
“Rubie’s is prioritising the health and welfare of its staff and is working hard to support its business partners across the market in these unprecedented times.”
Sancto International
Operational status: Open with reduced times
Contact: Anna Solly
Phone: +44 (0) 1702 447676
Email: orders@sanctointernational.co.uk
“Still offering shipping from our UK warehouse for any orders received by 1pm.”
Smiffy’s
Operational status: Open for business – on a reduced staff and shift basis
Contact: Sam Bucknall
Phone: +44 (0) 800 590 599 (07769 720216)
Email: sambucknall@smiffys.com
“The UK warehouse is operating on a reduced capacity. Shipments to Europe will be dispatched from the UK until further notice. Smiffys is monitoring the situation closely.”
Splashes & Spills
Operational status: Open
Contact: Adnan Rasool
Phone: +44 (0) 1484 423082
Email: adnan@splashesandspills.com
“We wish everyone in the party industry, their family and friends the best of health from everyone at Splashes & Spills.”
Star Cutouts
Operational status: Open
Contact: Lucy Thompson
Phone: +44 (0) 161 3445839
Email: lucy@starcutouts.com
“We wish all our customers and suppliers stay safe and well.”
Tabi’s Characters / Creative Costuming
Operational status: Open for online business
Contact: David Oelerich
Phone: +1 603-882-5640
Email: dressupnh@gmail.com
Thetru
Operational status: Operational
Contact: Jayne Richards
Phone: +44 (0) 7851 803536
Email: jayne@thetru.nl
“Thetru is committed to working to the highest standards while still providing a dedicated service to its valuable customers.”
Unique UK
Operational status: Open – reduced capacity
Contact: Laura Rushton or your sales rep
Phone: 01724 281113
Email: UKsales@favors.com
“We are observing Government guidelines, continuing to operate with a scaled-back workforce to protect our customers and employees during these unprecedented times.”
Up Up and Away
Operational status: Monday – Friday 9am-1pm
Contact: Gary Watts
Phone: +44 (0) 754 0726 199
Email: gary@upupandaway.co.uk
“Orders can be dispatched for next day delivery subject to DPD normal shipping times.”
Widmann
Operational status: Company active via home office although warehouse and logistics currently suspended.
Contact: Charles Dulles
Phone: +39 0331 560001
Email: charles.dulles@widmannsrl.com
“Widmann remains active, accepting customer orders for dispatch immediately after lifting of Government mandated suspension. Thanks for your continued trust and stay healthy!”
