Hiring a face painter - A  face painter should be comfortable with groups and activity and squealing kids running around and music and be ready to laugh and joke and to be fun.  Hiring a "seasoned" face painter is a way to guarantee having an outstanding party.  I qualify  as "seasoned" .   I've been doing this for about 12 years now.  I know it's important to be on time.  I know that sometimes, my gig will need to be extended and I know the glitter and gems are important to a lot of little girls :)  I have several books  your guests can choose from and I can create whatever they ask for.....within reason :)