Examples of Evelyn's Work
Seen at Real Events
These are Evelyn's banners in the wild — hung at the party, doing exactly what they were made for.
Occasions We Paint Banners For
- High school & college graduations — the name, year, school colors, mascot, or any message you want the grad to remember.
- Milestone birthdays — 1st, 16th, 18th, 21st, 30th, 50th, and everything in between.
- Sorority & fraternity events — rush, COB, philanthropy, formals, theme parties. Evelyn has painted for Delta Zeta and is ready to make yours.
- School & club events — spirit days, fundraisers, team banners, welcome signs.
- Retirement parties — something to mark the end of a career that isn't a generic card.
- Baby showers, bridal showers & bachelorettes — custom illustrated banners that double as keepsakes.
- Holiday & Friendsmas parties — seasonal banners that actually get pulled back out every year.
Pricing
Custom banners range from $150 to $300 depending on size and complexity. A banner with clean lettering and a simple border is at the lower end; a fully illustrated banner with a detailed mascot, multiple motifs, or tight custom artwork runs higher. Every quote is free — reach out with your idea and Evelyn will give you a straight number.
How It Works
- Reach out — tell us the occasion, name, colors, any imagery or theme you love, and your event date.
- Concept sketch — Evelyn drafts a layout and shares it for your approval. Revisions welcome.
- Paint — once you've signed off, she paints the final banner by hand on butcher paper. Vinyl is available as an upgrade for a more durable finish.
- Pickup or delivery — we coordinate ahead of your event date in the Grand Rapids area.
Most banners take 5–10 days from order to finished. Plan ahead for graduation season — May and June book up fast.
What Makes These Different
Party store banners are generic and disposable. A custom painted banner is made for one specific person, hand-lettered and illustrated on butcher paper — sturdy enough for the party and worth keeping long after. Want something more durable? Vinyl is available as an upgrade. Either way: no clipart, no templates, no printing. Just paint and a real artist.
Common Questions
How much does a custom painted banner cost? +
Custom banners range from $150 to $300 depending on size and complexity. Simple text-focused banners are at the lower end; highly illustrated banners with detailed artwork are at the higher end. Every quote is free.
What occasions are custom painted banners made for? +
Graduations, milestone birthdays, retirement parties, baby showers, bridal showers, sorority and fraternity events, school events, holiday parties, and any other celebration worth remembering.
How long does it take to make a custom painted banner? +
Most banners take 5–10 days from order to delivery, including the design and approval step. Reach out early for graduation season — May and June book up fast.
Are the banners reusable? +
Yes — banners are painted on butcher paper, which holds up well for display and keeps as a keepsake. Vinyl is available as an upgrade for a more durable, weather-resistant finish.
Can I choose the design, colors, and text? +
Absolutely. Every banner is fully custom — you choose the name, message, colors, school colors, mascot, or any specific imagery or theme. Evelyn sketches a layout for your approval before any paint is applied.
Who makes the banners? +
Evelyn Befus designs and paints every banner by hand. She's an Industrial Design student at Wayne State University and a lifelong illustrator — no templates, no clipart, no printing.