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Hi friend, I’m Melissa!

I’m a mom of two who LOVES to celebrate the big days and little ones, and I’m so happy you’re here! 🤗

I get giddy over the first day of school, Halloween decor at HomeGoods on July 5th, and filling “Lucky Buckets” with green treats on St. Patrick’s Day. Tell me I’m not the only one! 😂

I’ve loved celebrating holidays for as long as I can remember. Growing up, every season felt magical, and I couldn’t wait to recreate that for my own kids. Celebrating holidays and seasons is basically my love language, and it’s always been the heart of Best Friends for Frosting®.

Now that my kids are in 5th grade and high school (seriously, HOW?! 🥹), I get why they say the days are long, but the years are short. Someday, these little moments will be the memories we wish we could relive.

That’s why I love sharing easy holiday recipes, fun celebration ideas, and ways to make every season special for your family, here on the blog, across social media, and in my cookbook, Celebrating Every Day!.

I believe anyone can be a memory maker. No big budget, perfect plan, or special occasion required. Just a sprinkle of fun!

We’re in this together, and I’m always cheering for you! 💗

Brand Partnerships & Press: Melissa@BestFriendsForFrosting.com

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About Melissa Johnson

Melissa Johnson is a content creator, author, and mom of two in Sacramento, California. Through Best Friends for Frosting®, she shares easy recipes, holiday inspiration, and celebration ideas with more than 1.4 million followers.

She wrote Celebrating Every Day! (HarperCollins) and has contributed to Martha Stewart Living and Better Homes & Gardens. Her work has taken her to the stage at VidCon and Pinterest headquarters. She works alongside her husband, photographer and videographer Andy Johnson, who brings her creative vision to life.

Melissa lives in Sacramento, California, with her husband, Andy, and their two kids, Charlie and Claire, where every holiday (and a few made-up ones, too) gets celebrated!

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Brand Partnerships & Press: Melissa@BestFriendsForFrosting.com

Full Circle

From happy childhood memories to inspiring the heart of Best Friends for Frosting.

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HomeGoods on July 5th = YAY!