Phantasmic Event and Party Planning

A customer asked me how much I would charge to decorate a venue? My reply: $1500+ all depends Her reply: WOW, just a couple tables, backdrop, balloons, centerpieces, etc? Why so much? My reply: Well, this estimate also includes for the non productive factors.... She questioned: What is nonproductive factors?" My reply: Just the usually things like taxes, insurance, rent, gas etc. I asked: How much do you think it should cost? She responded: Around $800 at the most... It's just tablecloths, balloons, panels,flowers and a fairly simple job right? I calmly said: Okay ma'am, for $800 I invite you to do it yourself. She said: But.... I don't know how to. I replied: Okay, for $800 I'll teach you. So besides saving you $700, you'll get the knowledge for the next time. It seemed right to her and she agreed. I continued: To get started you will need tools, ladders, steamer, backdrop frame kits, airpump etc... She said: But I don't have all this type of equipment and I can't afford to buy all of these things just for a One time Event. I offered: Okay then, for an additional $200 I'll rent my equipment to you. Okay, she says. I replied: So on Tuesday I will be available to start teaching you. She said: But I can't on Tuesday I only have time today. I said: I'm sorry ma'am, but Tuesday is the only day this week that I will be available to teach and rent you my equipment. The rest of the week is already scheduled for other customers. She was frustated: That means I gotta rearrange my schedule and sacrifice my whole Tuesday?! I said: That is correct ma'am! I will also provide you with a list of all the materials you will need to go to the store and shop online and the Balloon Distributer to purchase for this job. Also, loading of the van for your job will take place Tuesday morning around 6am. After the project is complete, all equipment and tools need to be prep, washed and reloaded back onto the van. She asked in disbelief: At 6am??? Nope! Way too early for me! So much work just to do decorate! You know what, I've been doing some serious thinking and I've decided that it would be best if you just went ahead and did the job for me. $1500 seems fair now and I'd rather it be done right by true professionals. The moral of the story for any buyer: When you hire a professional to do a job, you're not only paying for the labor and material being used. It also includes: Knowledge Experience Tools Services Punctuality Accountability Professionalism Accuracy Guarantee Sacrifices Safety and security No one can denigrate other people's work by judging prices. Only by knowing all the elements necessary to complete a certain project can you estimate the true cost. Copy and Share this everywhere to support Event Planners, Event Stylists, Event Designers and Entrepreneurs of all types.

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Your girls been busy. Check out another event done by peparties this past weekend. I love what I do, and love the clients more Book early your event early! Space is filling up fast. Now booking 2021. Calender closed for 2020.

"Take time to be a butterfly." Gillian Duce We had the pleasure of designing and setting up Miss Amelia's 1st butterfly Birthday. I love how it turned out for that special little butterfly.... Thank you again to our wonderful clients for allowing me to be creative for your special day! . . . #butterfly #eventplanner #eventplanning #1stbirthday #birthdaygirl #IEpartyplanner #partyrentals #partyplanning #partypackages #inlandempirebusiness #inlandempire #inlandempirepartyplanner #tentdraping #balloondecorations

Once a bear has been loved by a human being, its expression is forever marked Loved how cute this little set up turned out for a special little guy turning 6 month. 1/2 way there to his big birthday! His favorite stuffed rabbit was recreated as the cake topper. How perfect did that cake come out?! PERFECT, right?!... . . . #eventplanner #partyplanning #6monthsold #peparties #IEpartyplanner #iesmallbusiness #partypackages #party #halfbirthday #bunny #favoritestuffedanimal #babysbestfriend #balloonwork #balloongarland #highchairsetup See more

1st birthday Tweety 1st birthday this past weekend. Outside location available.

Check out this 1920's themed event! I had the pleasure of decorating and setting up this sweet 33rd party. Just love how the blue pops! @coubryphotography for the amazing photos, and of course the only baker I trust my cakes with @chloescupcakesca she always makes room for me. How can't I love her and those amazing cakes . . #eventplanner #eventplanningmadeeasy #eventplanners #1920sthemedparty #IEpartyplanner #iesmallbusiness #partypackages #partyrentals #partyideas #peparties #morenovalley #riverside #smallbusiness #womanbusinessowner #desserttable #partyprops

More from our beautful set up for a special mom to be. We designed,set up, and supplied all the decorations seen here. Balloons, dessert table, balloons, backdrops, centerpieces, tables, chairs, linen, and more done by yours truly! Make sure to check out our party packages online at Www.peparties.com. payment plans available ... Book soon Calendar filling up for the 2021 year. . . . #eventplanner #eventplanning #eventplanningmadeeasy #partyplanning #partyrentals #tentdraping #customcenterpieces #balloonwork #balloongarland #balloondecor #linenrentals #inlandempire #inlandempirebusiness #imlandempireevents #IEpartyplanner #ieevents #partypackages #peparties See more

"The life of a mother is the life of a child: you are two blossoms on a single branch." I had the pleasure of doing a complete transformation of a venue. We designed set up and supplied all in the photo. Couldn't have done it with all of my vendors. I work with the best. It takes a village to bring a vision together! Thank you @queeeentam for hiring me to do your sister's surprise baby shower. ... . . . #eventplanner #eventplanning #eventplanningmadeeasy #partyplanning #partyrentals #tentdraping #customcenterpieces #balloonwork #balloongarland #balloondecor #linenrentals #inlandempire #inlandempirebusiness #imlandempireevents #IEpartyplanner #ieevents #partypackages #peparties See more

Hi all you beautiful unicorns! I want to take this time to share our policy in regards to booking our services. We hope to work with you in the future and want to be very transparent. When clients reach out for pricing, an estimate, or discuss their event it does not mean your date is secure. Please understand we get inquires everyday; If we were to hold dates for every inquiry we would never work. We understand people like to get an idea of the cost and we are happy to prov...ide a quote. Like any other services in the event industry it's first come first served. Our services are not retained without a deposit. Which means your date is not secure and someone else can reserve that date. Unfortunately, we do not have the man power to reach out to every client that states they're interested. We ask if you want to secure the date to book as soon as possible. Thank you for taking the time to hear me out. I appreciate each and every one of you.

I want to first thank my clients for keeping me busy during these hard times. Here is my availability, sorry if I'm not available for your event. No better way then to bring smiles during the darkest times. Giving God all the glory for keeping me safe and providing the strength to do it all. I love you all and look forward to working with you.... . . . #eventplanner #eventplanning #iesmallbusiness #IEpartyplanner #inlandempire #smallbusiness #partypackages # See more

Naked draping is becoming very popular. Draping done by peparties. Check out how beautiful this set up came out. Phantasmic events honored to be apart of such a beautiful event. . .... #tentdraping #nakeddraping #inlandempire #inlandempirebusiness #tent #draping #IEpartyplanner #iesmallbusiness #eventplanner #eventplanning #inlandempirepartypackages See more

How cute is this welcome home setup. What mommy wouldn't want to be greeted home with such a beautiful setup with the babies initial. No better way to welcome a new baby!

Its was a balloon kinda weekend. Something simple and sweet! Sesame Street table set-up, and a welcome home sweet baby girl set up. Being apart of special moments make this work sweet! . . **Music by Unknown Artist Sesame Street Theme Song**... We do not own the rights to this song. See more

Last night we got to drape in bright colors. #diadelosmuertos event today. 10x50 and a 10x30 done in 4 hours. Love the way draping makes things pop! Stay tuned for the finale #sweet16 #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead #girlbirthdayideas #peparties #phantasmicevents #draping #tentdraping #ie #inlandempireeventplanner