The Goal of Merry + Grace

I want to help the everyday person create their own merry moments. If you’ve ever had to plan a party while stationed overseas, then you know how hard it can be to find what you need. I want to bring you fun, colorful, easy party printables that can make your event go from boring to amazing in as few steps as possible.

The mama behind Merry + Grace

Hi! I’m Melissa Kay. The mama, maker, and milspouse behind Merry and Grace Design Co. I’ve been spending my nights working away since 2012. Here are a few fun facts about me! Scroll down to learn more about the biz.

Fun Facts About Me

I’ve been a military spouse for the past 12 years and an Air Force brat for the 21 before that.
I’ve spent more of my life being stationed overseas than living in the states. We’re currently stationed at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.
I’m a mama to two rambunctious boys - Jackson, 8 and Gryffin, 6
I drink entirely too much coffee and have a coffee themed tattoo I’m in love with.

The Merry + Grace Story

Mary Grace was my grandmother’s name so there is a sentimental meaning behind the name. Merry - for obvious party girl reasons and Grace - because being a part of a military family my whole life has required a certain level of grace. Grace for yourself and grace for others, when constantly facing tough situations.

I originally went to school for Marketing and after graduating with my degree, realized that constantly moving, as an Air Force Spouse, didn’t help my career at all. After having my first baby, I decided to branch out on my own and create MKKM Designs, with my sister Kara, in July of 2012.

In December of 2019, we rebranded to Merry + Grace.

What started, on a whim, with a few nursery prints, has become a design company that inspires hundreds of thousands of people every month.