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Mermaid Easter Basket

3.19.2020

You know how you do something once and then next time it has to be even better? Yeah, that’s how I was feeling when I put together Sawyer’s Easter basket. Her St. Patrick’s basket was SO cool that I had a hard time topping it.

I decided to go with a few larger items that she’d love versus a bunch of small stuff she’d play with once and move on. I came up with a Mermaid theme (I’m a sucker for themed everything) and off I went.

I found most of my stuff at Marshall’s and Ross, but I’ve found links for you to the exact items at other stores. I scored the Sperry’s for $12 at Marshall’s but couldn’t find the exact pair for you, so I linked a similar option.

After looking at her face, I think it’s safe to say that she loved it all! Too bad she doesn’t get to play with any of it for a few more weeks!

In case you’re looking for any of these items, here’s a list for you!

  1. Mermaid Doll (Cuddle & Kind)
  2. Swimsuit
  3. Sperry Shoes (not the exact shoe we have in our basket)
  4. Mermaid Tutu
  5. Mermaid Sunglasses
  6. How to Catch a Mermaid
  7. Bunny Tee (had to throw something inside that was Easter related)
  8. Sawyer Name Bracelet (Blueberry Blooms)
  9. Mermaid Tee

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  1. grbayjoanJoAnn says

    3.19.2020 at 3:52 pm

    Once again, you out did yourself. Good thing you only have one kid, I could never have done that with 4 kids. It was beautiful!!!

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      3.19.2020 at 4:20 pm

      Thank you so much!!! <3

  2. Roberta L Beckman says

    3.19.2020 at 5:02 pm

    I just want to know where the chocolate Is? Love everything in this basket.

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      3.19.2020 at 5:11 pm

      Candy free in this house. HAHAH!

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      3.19.2020 at 5:11 pm

      Just kidding. Grandma will send all of that.

  3. Krystle says

    3.19.2020 at 7:54 pm

    I love it!!

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      3.19.2020 at 9:05 pm

      Yay thank you!

  4. Dris - Modern Cali Mom says

    3.19.2020 at 11:47 pm

    So cautteee GF you’re so crafty!

    • shauna841505@yahoo.com says

      3.31.2020 at 12:28 pm

      Awww thank you love!

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I don’t spend more money than most. A party at a trampoline park is about double (if not more) expensive than this. A party at a park with a jumper? More expensive. It’s not about the money, it’s about the prep.

I spend months in advance planning for my parties. As soon as my girls decide on a theme, I take off (and we don’t do theme switches once anything has been purchased). My biggest money saving tip is to try to get the theme MONTHS in advance. I’m literally planning my daughter’s October birthday party already! 

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