Themed kids' party setup service

Parents who want a polished party without doing the prep, plus some daycares, schools and businesses hosting family events.

A flat fee per setup based on the theme and size, plus rental of props and backdrops and optional take-away party bags.

• Eye for design and colour
• Organized with timing and logistics
• Hands-on setup and craft skills
• Reliable and good with parents

• Check whether your municipality allows a home-based business and whether you need a licence
• Commercial general liability insurance, especially when working in venues
• Helium and balloon safety, and venue rules on tape, nails and decorations
• Storage space for props and the time spent cleaning and repairing them between bookings
• Seasonal peaks around holidays and school breaks, with quieter periods in between

Startup costs are typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on the props, backdrops, tableware and balloon supplies you buy, plus storage and insurance. These are estimates, and you can build your stock gradually.

Monthly revenue is typically around $600 to $3,500, depending on how many parties you set up and your package prices. Demand peaks around holidays and school breaks, with quieter periods in between.

Check whether your municipality allows a home-based business and whether you need a licence. Also check commercial general liability insurance for venue work, helium and balloon safety, and venue rules on tape, nails and decorations.