Paper Parties

A cozy space, decorated with handmade paper decorations

The Setting

A styled ground-level tablescape sized for small people: layered blankets, low baskets, and fresh florals. Plus a speaker, ready for your playlist.

The Handmade

Themed ribbon wands, a banner for the occasion, a piñata if the day calls for one. Signs painted by hand or cut out of fabric and sewn, never printed. Everything is made in my studio, made for your day.

The Play

Sensory bins built around your theme or one activity, chosen with you: a fairy-house build, or a slime station. Enough to keep a crew of kids busy without a screen in sight.

This is for you if…

You want your kid’s birthday to feel like a day outside, not a production
You’d rather see them digging, building, and getting a little messy than staring at a screen
You like real flowers, kraft paper, and things made by hand
You want to actually be at the party, not running it

Maybe not if…

You’re picturing balloon walls, velvet pillows, and gold everything
You need a planner, caterer, or staff running the day

What’s included?

Everything below comes with every Paper Party

The basics

  • 2 hours of party time, with setup before and pack-up after
  • A styled ground-level setting with layered blankets, waterproof underneath and soft on top, staked into the grass so they stay put
  • Woven picnic baskets
  • Fresh flowers in little vases
  • Plates, cups, and utensils for everyone, grown-ups included
  • Serving trays and a cooler for your food (see what’s available)
  • 1 handmade banner in the style of your choice (see below)
  • 2 sensory bins or one activity
  • 3 ribbon wands, handmade whenever possible
  • A few small finishing touches chosen to match your inspiration
  • An Instax mini camera for guests to use, with one pack of film (10 photos) and a mini photo book to take home
  • A Bluetooth speaker, connected to your phone before I go, plus a playlist if you’d like one

Your banner, your pick
Every Picnic Party comes with one handmade banner. Choose the style you like:

  • Face garland: the guest of honor’s face, cut out and strung into a garland
  • Patterned garland: paper shapes in your colors or theme
  • Painted canvas banner: your words, hand-painted on canvas
  • Cotton patch canvas banner: fabric letters cut and sewn onto canvas
  • Photo display: favorite photos on standing stakes or a large board, layered with paper details

Want more than one? Extra banners and paper decor can be added on.

Finishing touches

Once I see your inspiration, I add a few small details to tie it together. Maybe a cluster of balloons, a little confetti, or a disco ball catching the light. It changes with every party, and it’s always light and simple, never a full decor package. Some touches depend on what your park allows.

What you bring

  • Food, cake, and drinks
  • Your park reservation or permit, if your spot needs one
  • Your guests

Neighborhoods I serve

I keep my parties close to home on the Westside, in parks and backyards across Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Century City, Westwood, Brentwood, Santa Monica, Culver City, and Mid-City. Somewhere just outside that? Ask me, I’m often happy to make it work.

How it works

From your first note to the last folded blanket, here’s who does what, and when. No surprises for either of us.

1

You send your details

Contact me with your date, neighborhood, and who’s celebrating. I reply within one business day.

You: Your date, park or backyard, the birthday kid’s name and age, a rough headcount, and any theme ideas.

Me: I reply with availability and a link to book a quick call.

2

We have a quick call

Fifteen minutes on theme, headcount, and the activity.

 

You: Bring your theme ideas, the number of kids and adults, and any allergies or sensitivities. Some of my bins use pasta, dyed rice, and small pieces, so this matters. Pinterest boards, Instagram saves, or screenshots are all welcome. Need a starting point? Browse my Pinterest.

Me: I suggest an activity that fits the age group and send your booking proposal within a day: your date, price, and what’s included, with photos of similar pieces I’ve made.

3

You pay the deposit

A 50% deposit locks it in.

You: Sign, pay the deposit, and fill out a short form about your party and your birthday kid: the banner name spelled exactly, your spot in the park, parking notes, allergies, and a few fun questions so I can make it theirs. The balance is due 7 days before, or at booking if your party is less than 2 weeks away. Some parks need a reservation or permit for groups. I’ll point you to the right park and the page to book it, and the reservation itself goes in your name.

Me: Your date is yours. I start designing your banner and activity, and you’ll get a sneak peek with one round of changes.

4

We confirm the final details

I confirm timing and check the weather.

You: Send your final headcount and the name of someone I can reach on the day.

Me: Three days out, I text you my arrival time. If rain looks likely, we decide together 48 hours before: one free reschedule, or we move it to your backyard.

5

I set up

Everything is styled before your first guest arrives.

You: Bring the food, cake, and drinks.

Me: I arrive about 90 minutes early and set up the blankets, decor, and activity. Plates, cups, utensils, and serving trays are ready for your food. Before I step away, I connect your phone to the speaker and walk you through the activity.

6

You celebrate

Two hours, all yours.

You: Welcome your guests, serve the food and cake, keep an eye on the kids, and enjoy the moment.

Me: I step away so the party is all yours, and I stay close by. Having food delivered? Text me and I’ll come help bring it over.

7

I pack up

Everything gone, spot left as I found it.

You: Take home the banner, the ribbon wands, and your mini photo book with the Instax prints inside. They’re yours.

Me: I come back at your end time, pack everything away, and leave the spot as I found it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Price and booking

How much is a Paper Party?

Prices start at $500.

How far ahead should I book?
Two weeks is ideal, so there’s time to design your banner and build your activity. Less time than that? Ask me. If I’m free, I’m happy to make it work, sometimes with a simpler banner or activity.

On the day

What do you do during the party?
Before your guests arrive, I set everything up, connect your phone to the speaker, and walk you through the activity. Then I step away so the party is all yours. I stay close by, so if you’re having food delivered, text me and I’ll come help bring it over. The kids and the cake are in your hands: parents and guardians watch the little ones, and the hosts serve the food. At your end time, I come back and pack everything up.

Do you bring food?
I don’t cater, but I bring everything to serve it on. You can see the trays and coolers here.

If plans change

What if I need to cancel?
The deposit covers materials I’ve already bought and started making, so it isn’t refundable. If you cancel 7 or more days before your party, any balance you’ve paid is refunded in full.

What if something gets damaged?
Ordinary wear is expected and fine. Items that are lost or seriously damaged during your party may be charged at replacement cost.

Ready to get started?

Every party is made and set up by me, Jessica. No crew, no rentals pulled off a shelf. Just one person who makes things by hand and cares how your day goes.

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