Based in Telford, Shropshire, Fantasy Face Paints have been operating since 2014. Catering for children's parties, weddings, christenings and corporate events they pride themselves in offering high quality products and professional service.

What do you need to know from an organiser in order to provide a comprehensive quote?

In order for us to provide an accurate quotation, we require the location, date and time of your event and the approximate number of participants.

What advice would you give to a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

We would advise to ask to see examples of previous work and their set up. Perhaps to look at their website, this can be very helpful with your final decision. Ask what products they are using - professional face painters use high-end products which cannot be bought in shops. Ensure they are only using cosmetic grade products too - not craft glitters which can damage the eye. Ask to see a copy of their insurance - this is key. An OCN level 2 Accredited will have completed training which covers health and hygiene and will work to strict hygiene practices (1 sponge per face, no under 3's for face painting etc).

Please tell us a little bit about how and why you started the business.

I have two young children of my own and wanted to run my own business to allow me to spend time with them during the week. I am naturally artistic and creative and I love glitter and sparkles so face painting was a great career move for me from my previous 11yrs working for the Police.
I love to meet people and to have fun, and seeing a child's face when they see themselves in the mirror as a tiger for the first time is priceless.

We have now considerably expanded over the last three years and have a great supply of repeat custom. We have a wide range of bouncy castles and soft play including sensory equipment suitable for babies or children with special needs.

Please tell us about a booking you've had through Add to Event, how did it go? Would you recommend us to others?

One of my favourite bookings via Add to Event is a lady that books with us time and time again. I have entertained her children on several occasions and have been told that she now will not book with anyone else. She has even moved the date of her party to when I am available!

I have also gained a regular corporate client from here too for whom we provide entertainment for their new store openings around the West Midlands.