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About
-Mary Anne "Simplicity" Ross has been providing quality children's
entertainment for more than twenty-five years, performing at more than a hundred events per year.
-She is anxious to provide fun and laughter!
-Simplicity has many talents and is a one stop shop for children's parties and events, fairs and festivals, corporate or family gatherings!
-Discounted prices available for fairs/festivals with multiple dates.
oo Balloon Twisting
oo Face Painting
oo Glitter Tattoos
oo Bubble Show
oo Balloon Candy Cups
oo An award winning entertainer in business for more than 25 years!
oo Available in colorful, friendly, festive attire! (Additional charge for full costume and makeup.)
oo Certificate of Insurance, W-9, Pennsylvania Child Safety Certifications all available upon request.
She is easy to work with and kids love her!
Contact Simplicity for your next event!
Overview
Hired 102 times
Serves Cresson, PA
Background checked
1 employee
28 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 10:00 pmMon8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Check, Credit card, PayPal, and Venmo.
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2024
2023
Services offered
Event type
Additional services
Balloon twisting
Glitter tattoos
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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41 reviews
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Sune v.
2 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
The kids absolutely loved Simplicity! The balloons were amazing and facepainting was so fun! The best! Highly recommend
Details: Birthday party • 1 - 10 guests • Younger than 4 years old • I'm flexible • Face painting is needed
Balloon Twisting
Vamsi Krishna k.
May 12, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Highly recommend! From the very beginning, she was extremely professional, responsive, and easy to work with. She replied promptly, confirmed availability quickly, and stayed in touch throughout the planning process to better understand our expectations and guest count so she could tailor the activities accordingly.
She did a phenomenal job engaging all the kids and kept the party lively and fun the entire time. The facepainting, bubbles, and balloon twisting were all huge hits with both the children and parents. She was patient, energetic, organized, and clearly experienced in working with kids and large groups.
Overall, she made the party stress-free and memorable for everyone. All of our guests really enjoyed the activities, and we received so many compliments afterward. We would absolutely hire her again for future events!
Details: Birthday party • 41 - 70 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • I'm flexible • Face painting is not needed
Balloon Twisting
Mildred M.
Feb 11, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had an amazing experience with our face painter! She was professional, punctual, and incredibly talented. The designs were vibrant, detailed, and absolutely beautiful — the kids (and even a few adults!) were beyond excited. She was patient, kind, and worked efficiently while still giving each child special attention. The setup was clean and organized, and everything felt very professional from start to finish. She even went out of her way to do some glitter tattoos and balloon twisting, which the kids were super excited about. If you’re looking to elevate your event and create unforgettable smiles, I highly recommend booking her. We will definitely be using her again!
Details: 11 - 20 guests • 4 - 6 years old • Birthday party • Temporary tattoos • Henna tattoos • Glitter tattoos • Balloon twisting
Face Painting
Mackenzie M.
Jun 15, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mary Anne was an absolute please to have at my daughter’s 3rd birthday party. She was great with all the very young children and was so patient! She truly made every child’s dreams come true! Would recommend for all your party needs!
Details: Birthday party • 11 - 20 guests • Younger than 4 years old • I'm flexible • Face painting is needed
Balloon Twisting
Toni D.
Feb 10, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
My daughter's fourth birthday party went out with a bang due to the FacePainting , glitter tattoos, and balloon art she provided! What an amazing time the kids had, she did a phenomenal job!
Details: 11 - 20 guests • 4 - 6 years old • Younger than 4 years old • Birthday party • Glitter tattoos • Balloon twisting
Face Painting
Credentials
Background Check
Mary Ross
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Party Rate is $150 per hour, minimum two hours.
Or
4 Hour Fair/Festival/Corporate Event
... is $600 giving guests entertainment free of charge
... OR, with a $100 nonrefundable retainer, I can charge your event guests $5 per balloon creation.
Will discount multiple dates - call to discuss
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a date.
Balance due on or before performance date.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
25+ years experience in children's entertainment.
Balloon twisting - Face Painting - Glitter Tattoos
Game Playing - Bubble Fun
Masters Degree in Clowning
