Frequently asked questions

   What will the String of Beads host bring?

        All beads, tools, stringing materials, bead mats/boards for use at the

     party, table cloths, examples of finished projects, experienced host to help

     kids with their creations!

   What do you need to have?

   * Table & enough space for each of the guests to be able to work. The bead

     design boards are about A4 size so you can lay out pieces of paper to

     make sure you have enough room  for everyone. We also need room to be

     able to put down the containers of beads for the kids. If you don't have a

     table you think is suitable, just let me know at the time of booking and I can

     bring 1 or 2 along  (no extra charge for these!)

   * Seating - little kids night need seats if your table is high, but older kids tend

     to want to stand and move around to gather more beads, so seats

     aren't always necessary for them!

   * Food, drinks and cake!!! ....I don't bring these ;)

   How do I book a party?

        Ring Danielle on 0430 216 085

        or fill in the Enquiry Form

        or email danielle@stringofbeads.com.au

   What areas do you cover?

   I'm Brisbane based, in Ashgrove. I cover any areas within 25kms of

     Ashgrove. If it's outside this area there will be a travel surcharge to cover

     time & petrol costs. Surcharge is $10 for every extra 10kms outside the

     25kms radius.

  Pricing of the party?

     The parties are $300 for 8 kids. $22 for each extra child. (So $322 for 9

     kids, $344 for 10 kids, etc...)

     If there is more than 12 kids for Junior or Groovy Girl parties then I bring

     along a helper.

   Are there discounts for mid-week parties?

     Yes! Monday - Thursday we offer a 10% discount for a party during the day

     or after school!  * mid-week discounts dont apply on school holidays,

     regular rates apply

   Are there specific time-slots available?

   Yes. but I am flexible depending on other bookings!

   Monday to Friday                      3:30pm    (or flexible timing during the day)

   Saturday                                   10am    2pm  

   Sunday                                     10am    2pm

   How do I pay?

   We need a non-refundable $80 deposit at the time of booking to secure the

     date & the final payment for the party 3 days before the party. ($80

     deposit is taken from the total).

   Direct deposit details will be emailed through at the time of booking, or

     Mastercard/Visa also accepted (2% surcharge for credit card payment).

   Extra people can be added to the party (and cash paid for these at the time

     of the party). No refund given for a decrease in numbers once final

     payment is made.

   What if I need to change the date?

   The deposit is not refundable, but having kids myself, I totally understand

     that kids get sick or events happen which means that the party date

     needs to be postponed. I'm more than happy to change the date of a party

     under these circumstances.

   What timing do you suggest for the party day?

   I will arrive 20-30 mins before the party starts so that I can set up everything

     and make it look really beautiful!

   We do the beading for 1.5 - 2 hours (making sure that everyone gets to finish

     their projects!) and then its usually works that it's time for food & the

     birthday cake. While you're doing food & birthday cake I'll pack up

     everything!

   Do I have a Blue Card for working with children?

   Yes!