FAQs

For balloon twisting and magic, I work from suitcases on a restaurant tray stand. I use a standing pump for inflating balloons.  A simple space is needed with a bit more for the magic show making room for a chair and volunteers. Thus setup time is usually minimal (unless performing a stage show).

For glitter tattoos, a bit more room is needed for two chairs, table and a rolling supply cart.

I do work indoors and outdoors  (weather permitting). If outdoors, then a shaded area is MUCH preferred for myself and your guests watching the magic show or waiting in line for a balloon.

I recommend a couple of options:  

The best is early in the party, at least 15-30 minutes after the start time so all the guests will have arrived. Then as the last of the kids are receiving their balloons, it is a good time to transition to games or cake and ice cream.

The other recommendation is to close the party with the show. After the magic portion of the show, kids can receive their balloon and depart as needed.

I use the best quality brand for balloon twisting - Sempertex. They are all biodegradable latex.

Otherwise, my supplies include sharpie markers, a rechargeable balloon pump, snippet balloon cutting tool and other fun props to entertain guests.

For safety, keep balloons out of the mouths of babes as they are a choking hazard.  The youngest age to receive a balloon is 3. A balloon can be given to any adult...and what an adult chooses to do with that balloon is 100% their responsibility.

As a note - balloons are very popular with all ages: young children, teens, adults, and seniors.  It's tough not to smile when the balloon twisting begins!

When hired for balloon twisting or glitter tattoos for line work at large events, I ask that a volunteer line manager is provided by you to assist with closing the line. 

The primary purpose you hired me for is to entertain your guests. Having a line manager available helps me to focus on providing your guests with a quality, professional one-to-one experience.

Through many years of twisting, I know how long it takes for someone to get through the line.  Approximately 15 - 30 minutes prior to the end time, I ask that you provide a line manager to stand at the very back of our line and not let anyone else in for those final minutes.  This allows for me to end on time and get to my next event on time as I was for your event. 

The line manage simply says: "I'm sorry, but the artist is only here for X more minutes and they can only serve these final people in that time frame. They have another event to get to right after this one."

This volunteer can check in with me periodically as I assess the crowd size and line flow during the event to best determine when they need to cut the line off.

A surrey is a 4-wheel "car-style" pedal bicycle with a canopy. Mine also has electric assist.  

When the opportunity and venue allows, I will tow it to the event (at no additional cost) and then ride it to the specific site for balloon twisting or glitter tattoos. Arriving on the surrey grabs the attention of your guests and provides a unique backdrop for entertaining.

 Rides are not offered to guests.

First, you are not paying for "just balloons".  I am a professional entertainer, and you're paying for your guests be entertained. I take pride in my engagement with your guests on a one-to-one level as well as a group. The adults at your event will be as impressed and entertained as much as the kids. 

Second, you're not just paying for the hour or two I am entertaining. While the parties are what people see, the business side is every day including event planning, purchasing supplies, seeking leads, conferences and continuing ed, props and costumes. 

Fees are set at an hourly rate of $125.

Library and stage shows rates are $325 for a 45-60 min show.  

Payments accepted: cash, credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Additional travel charges may apply for events outside of the Greater Miami Valley area.

No deposit is required. A contract/invoice will be sent after booking your event. Payment is due the day of the show. This invoice serves as your contract for the entertainment services booked.  The contract is play or pay and is non-cancelable without prior notice of at least 48 hours. Inclement weather does not alter the terms of the contract.

Tips are always appreciated but never expected. Please feel no pressure and only tip if you want to.