Abstract: A bubble-forming device includes a collapsible/expandable bubble-forming member (resilient ring, multi-link, or guillotine slides) movable between open and closed positions. A pump deposits bubble-making solution from a container to the bubble-forming member so that when expanded, a film forms across its opening. A blower blows air through a duct toward the opening to form bubbles. The bubble-forming member is anchored in a collection tub and includes a top connected to a lift, which is in turn pivoted to the duct and operably connected to a trigger. The trigger is slidably mounted on the air duct and configured to actuate the lift. The trigger also operates a switch that actuates a battery-operated motor to drive both the blower and the pump. Thus, actuation of the trigger mechanism causes the bubble-forming member to move from the closed position to the open position, as well as pumps solution and turns on the blower.