Young, hip and imaginative, there’s a new generation of children’s party planners brightening up the birthdays of kids in the capital, says Danielle Wilkins
NIEMIERKO KIDS
When his former brides began asking if he would plan the birthdays of their little ones, children?s parties became a natural progression for wedding planner Mark Niemierko. ?It was my 11-year-old niece, Ruby Grace, who came up with the idea for Niemierko Kids,? reveals Mark. And now she, along with her siblings, are creative consultants on the company?s ideas.
For Mark, it?s all about getting to know the little ones, and that includes a consultation over milkshakes to find out their likes and dislikes. ?Yes, we want to meet the adults? expectations, but I also like to ask the children what they enjoy, so we can come up with the right theme.? And when it comes to themes, Niemierko doesn?t hold back. Previous dos include butlers dressed as iconic London guards serving drinks from silver trays, and back gardens transformed into enchanted woodlands or Old MacDonald?s farm. ?And we always have hosts,? adds Mark. ?Someone to welcome the children and encourage those that are a little shy to join in.?
Mark?s tip: ?We love bespoke stamps. Monogram everything from the gift bags to takeaway cake boxes for a personal touch.?
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