soapermom Posted January 29, 2006 Share Posted January 29, 2006 I gave my DD a "craft" party on her birthday, I let the girls use my supplies and provided instruction to make their own MP soaps, lip gloss and body lotions.. it was a big hit... so much so, other moms are calling and asking me to HOST one for their kids... I have no clue how to price for my time? the supplies part is easier.. but still I get these things wholesale, so should I "wholesale price" my supplies for party.. and then just charge my Fee for hosting? I am so confised.. but this is looking to be something lucrative here on my AFB, plus its a chance to advertise with the "moms" my other products... do you think it would be good just to charge a flat fee or ____ per child? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted January 29, 2006 Share Posted January 29, 2006 If I was going to do something like this I would set up standard pricing based on how many children where there. Then I would base my pricing so that each child got to make 1 of each of the things. I then would figure out my cost then go 3 to 4 times say it cost $5 per child so I would set up a chart like this4 children party cost $60 or $808 children $120 or $160so on and so on these are just of the top of my head figures but I think you see where I am going here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted January 29, 2006 Share Posted January 29, 2006 Vicky's numbers look reasonable. If you were to hire a clown it'd likely be more than that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRC06301983 Posted January 29, 2006 Share Posted January 29, 2006 What if you wore a clown suit WHILE hosting the party...could she charge twice as much? I mean it would be kind of a two for one...No this was seriosuly a good idea. my mom was looking into starting a business and has done soaps and B&B stuff for a while. I'm definently stealing this idea and telling it to her... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angiebaby Posted January 29, 2006 Share Posted January 29, 2006 Most parties where there is a hostess, you would want to set a set fee for say the first 5-10 kids. Then after that, charge per child. That way, if you only get 3 kids, you aren't out the time and effort that you are spending to go, set up, clean up, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fern-Marie Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 What if you wore a clown suit WHILE hosting the party...could she charge twice as much? I mean it would be kind of a two for one...LMAO...Too funny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agoodsaid Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 I would charge a flat rate for up to first 6 kids (suplies for 6 at retail ... ie. what they would each have to pay for retail kits) plus en extra $5 (?)per kid after that and an hourly rate for your time ... 2 hours min.Hey now, speaking of kits, why not make up little kits for the kids to beg their Mom's to buy them on the way out? Or perhaps something smaller for the party girl to offer as favors ... maybe added to your cost? your contact info included, of course ;-)Maybe directions for other projects posted on a website?With further info re. your 'craft party' packages??Oooh, I likin' this idea Andrea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valleygrls98 Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 I use to be a professional balloon twister and I charged $50 an hour plus supplies. People thought that was reasonable. I think it depends on your market though.-Marj.p.s. edited my spelling lol scary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwahlton Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 We do this. Check out my website info. I've never had a question on it at allhttp://munkeystuff.com/index.php?p=parties-planning.phpETA I'm in the process of major revamping of our website. Many of the party projects will be changed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fern-Marie Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Fantastic - Love your site! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 What would be the age groups for these parties?I think that's just an excellent idea... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwahlton Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 Fantastic - Love your site!Thank you. And yes, all ages love these parties. The "little" ones can make glitter gel, the older ones likes the perfumes, lotions and soaps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fern-Marie Posted February 1, 2006 Share Posted February 1, 2006 It really does sound like fun, doesn't it. Girls of all ages love to play with make-up and lotions and potions, don't we! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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