HOLIDAYS Merissa Breen HOLIDAYS Merissa Breen

christmas cookies + DIY ornaments

Christmas is in full swing and we kicked off the season with cozy pajamas, holiday cookies, and homemade ornaments! After baking and decorating gingerbread men and candy cane sugar cookies, we made simple cornstarch dough ornaments using star and snowflake cutters, added cute Christmas tattoo decals, and tied them with string — a fun festive afternoon for the kids.

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another fun halloween party

I’m always surprised how quickly Halloween arrives after school starts! We hosted a little Halloween party with friends full of tasty treats, games, crafts, and all the silly fun that comes with the season. For decorations, I created a balloon display with peach, orange and white balloons, and set the table with fun ghost and BOO plates the kids loved.

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES Merissa Breen BIRTHDAY PARTIES Merissa Breen

sunkissed+seven - a 70's beach party!

For Lauren’s 7th birthday, we threw a Sun‑Kissed beach party inspired by vintage 1970s summer vibes. Golden sunlight tones, crocheted party favors, retro-inspired décor, sand castle building and fun swim floaties kept the celebration bright and cheerful. Every detail, from the boho accents to the setup right on the beach, made the day feel nostalgic, fun, and unforgettable.

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it's a Mario Party!

Here we go! Ethan has powered up to Level 4! We threw an epic Super Mario birthday party, complete with themed decorations with a fun outdoor set up. The kids raced each other in a Mario Kart-inspired track, played game-themed activities, and enjoyed snacks and treats inspired by the classic characters — making the celebration colorful, playful, and full of energy.

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little love letters for valentine's day

we had a simple and sweet “little love letters” party for Valentine’s Day this year. We each wrote special notes to our family members telling them what we loved about them! It was so fun to read our letters out loud and eat cookies and as always - throw confetti!

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holiday gingerbread fun

Sitting by the fire with the Christmas tree glowing, we decorated gingerbread houses and cookies wearing matching checkered Christmas sweaters! With a cheerful table set in gingerbread‑themed plates, napkins, and village house details, the activity brought festive fun indoors on a cold winter day.

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