Let’s talk art supplies! Again, there are lots of possibilities here. Pre-drawing the outline of the design is a major part of planning the party that we will talk about in step 4. Spiderman might be all they are interested in, but you can have them paint rectangular buildings and a spider web. If they really want a specific movie character, then run with that for the decorations and pick an aspect of that character to paint. ![]() You can even choose a theme based on food like ice cream or animals like butterflies or dinosaurs. If the stores are completely out of unicorn supplies, then maybe a princess theme with tiaras and scepters will work. Sometimes it’s easy to find decorations first and then come up with a design for your painting. Remember that you are planning a party, not an art class!Ī theme can be anything that the birthday boy or girl likes (or even the first initial of each child’s name). It’s much better to coordinate something for them to paint ahead of time so they aren’t struggling to come up with a picture themselves or feeling lost and getting discouraged. While an art party is a theme in itself, exactly what are the kids going to paint? Giving kids a blank canvas and some paint usually doesn’t work very well in a party setting. Time is really spent in preparation which we will talk about in the following steps to hosting your own art party at home. It takes about 10 minutes to set up and 10 minutes to clean up. I tell my clients that all I need from them is a trash can and access to a sink. Each party is different, but the setup and thoughtful planning are always the same. In my art party business, I have done parties in each of these locations. Suggest to parents that they stay during the painting time if they want to drop off their kids. Kids who are done painting can wash up and move on to eating a snack or playing with some toys in the next room. Pay attention to any spills and clean them up right away so they aren’t tracked around the rest of your house. If all you have is a dining room table on carpet, we can work with that too! Use a few disposable table covers for the floor and another one for the table. Most people have at least one place to set up tables inside or outside. If it’s the middle of winter, do you have a neighborhood clubhouse? Those folding tables are also useful on top of a disposable plastic table cover on tile or a hard floor. Do you have a backyard with some shade or a basement? What about your garage? If you take the cars out, is there room to set up 1-2 folding tables? A shaded driveway will also work. Once you decide to have the party at home, think about the best location. Rest assured, there are ways to lessen any potential mess while pulling off a professional-looking party. I know the combination of art and kids in your home can feel chaotic and stressful. Let’s get started! Step 1: Choose A Painting Party Location Even if you don’t consider yourself an artist, I have cost-effective and easy-to-implement solutions for you! You CAN host a paint party at home. ![]() Most kids like to be creative and want to try something different. ![]() ![]() How can you create a party that your kids will remember, without breaking the bank (or losing your sanity)? Parties are getting more entertaining (and more expensive) all the time. From invitations to decorations, locations to cakes, guest lists to entertainment, it can be overwhelming (not to mention themes and party favors)! If you’ve planned a birthday party in the last decade, you get it. When it comes to kid’s birthday parties, the possibilities are just about endless.
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