Meet the Cheshire Party Planner
Founder Gemma Bradley offers party planning services for children’s parties, weddings, birthdays and much more
What’s the story behind the beginnings of Cheshire Party Planner?
Five years ago, I took the decision to converge my entertainment and event industry skills under the umbrella of Cheshire Party Planner LTD. As a Bachelor of Arts teacher, it made sense for me to start with what I knew and so I began planning children’s parties. With over twenty years of experience in various fields, I started introducing my other skills – from performing children’s entertainment to glitter face painting. Being a party planner means being multi-skilled in many roles, from a Master of Ceremonies to the unofficial photographer – I’m happy to do it all. Over the last two years, the business has grown, and I’ve planned everything from baby showers to 60th birthday parties.
My main aim at parties is to make people happy and create something memorable. It’s such an honour to be welcomed into a family’s special day. I don’t want them to do a thing other than enjoy themselves. I work with very talented suppliers and pride myself in matching the perfect supplier for the client’s needs. A lot of people ask if I find it stressful, but I really don’t! I look forward to the party, to bring all my ideas and plans to life. Plus, by this stage, the client feels like a friend – which is probably why they continually choose my company. One client hired me to plan three parties, this year!
You specialise in children’s parties – how does being a mum help you put together the perfect party for your clients’ little ones?
Being a mum and a big kid at heart, really helps me understand the psyche of children and put together an amazing party that they’ll adore. I think of all the elements, right down to filling a fantastic party bag. As a parent, I know what I would expect of someone helping at my party and I take care of it all. Your child’s birthday is a special time, so you want to spend the party with them and your guests.
What have been your 2022 highlights?
It has been a privilege to help a domestic abuse charity plan its first ball.
I have developed lots of relationships with local wedding venues and started to help brides and grooms plan their weddings. One of my unique selling points is, that I can undertake bitesize aspects of a couple’s big day (for example, offering help with bespoke décor design or entertainment) or I can plan the whole event.
I am also proud to announce my nomination for a Cheshire business award. The results will be revealed later in the month on Instagram @cheshirepartyplanner.
Tell us about a favourite party you’ve organised recently...
It’s hard to choose one as I tailor my creativity to meet my client’s specifications and budget, for each event. But I loved a summery, joint 21st and 40th, that was a ‘bright colours’ theme. The weather was great, so the festoon lighting and vivid coloured lanterns and balloons looked incredible, stretching across the pool. Especially at night, the uplighters I’d hired beamed up the walls. I even created my own fresh, ice flowers for the Champagne buckets. All the little details are what adds up to make an unforgettable day.
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