Events beyond 30 miles of 34231
+$15.00Measured from my Sarasota base ZIP code.
Booking your event
Everything we'll sort out before your party
Thank you for choosing Cynthia Henna. Here is exactly how booking works, what I need from you, and what it costs — so there are no surprises on the day.
How booking works
- Text or email to check my availability. Tell me the date, the place and roughly how many guests you expect.
- We fill in the details together. When you book, we work through the list opposite so your contract is complete.
- A $50.00 non-refundable booking fee secures your date. I'll send an invoice via Square, or I can take Zelle. Your party is not on my calendar until the fee is received.
- On the day, I bring everything. Design books, my own all-natural henna, 125+ glitter stencils and professional face paints. All I need is somewhere to set up.
What we'll go through together
- The event itself: date, start time, theme and colors
- The location — and, if it is outside, a backup in case of bad weather
- Who is hosting, with a phone number and email (and the host's address if it differs from the venue)
- How you heard about me, or who referred you
- The guest of honor and their age, plus siblings
- How many guests you expect, children and adults
- Where I will set up, and whether a table and two chairs are provided
- Any other activities or performers at the event
A tip from experience: always expect more guests than you think, once siblings and adults join in.
Travel fees
I serve the Gulf Coast from Palmetto to Naples. Anything within 30 miles of 34231 has no travel fee at all.
Events beyond 45 miles of 34231
+$20.00Covers Venice, Punta Gorda and similar distances.
Events beyond 60 miles of 34231
+$25.00The far ends of the Gulf Coast, Palmetto to Naples.
Travel fees are being updated — please ask when you book.
Booking fee: $50.00, non-refundable, paid via Square invoice or Zelle to secure your date and time.
Questions I'm asked most
How do I secure my date?
A non-refundable booking fee of $50.00 holds your date and time. Your party is not booked on my calendar until that fee is received — I will send an invoice via Square, or I can take Zelle.
Is there a minimum booking?
Event body art is $125.00 per hour with a two-hour minimum, whichever art form you choose. Private appointments start at $50.00 for henna or glitter.
How many designs can you do in an hour?
Henna and stencil glitter tattoos run about 10–12 designs an hour, flash tattoos 10–14, and Festival Glitter & Glam 8–14, depending on size and detail.
Which option is best for young children?
Glitter tattoos. They dry right away and won't smear, which makes them perfect for pool parties and busy little guests. Henna paste needs at least twenty minutes to dry, so it suits teen and adult events better — especially if there is a bounce house.
How long do the designs last?
Henna stains last one to two weeks on average. Glitter tattoos are waterproof and usually last three to seven days; mica lasts two to four days. Festival Glitter & Glam washes off with soap and water the same night.
What do you need at the venue?
A set-up spot for me and my guests. I usually use a 4ft table and two regular chairs — let me know when we book whether you can provide them.
What if the party is outdoors?
Please have a backup location in mind in case of bad weather. Florida being Florida, it is worth deciding that in advance rather than on the day.
Do you travel outside Sarasota?
Yes — I serve the Gulf Coast from Palmetto to Naples. Events beyond 30 miles of 34231 add $15.00, beyond 45 miles $20.00, and beyond 60 miles $25.00.
Questions and answers are coming soon.
Still not sure which art form suits your guests? Have a look at the gallery, or just send me the details and I'll tell you what usually works.
Let's find a time that works
Tell me the date, the place and roughly how many people — or just ask a question. I answer every message myself, usually the same day.