About Merrily
A new way to host
Throwing a beautiful party shouldn't mean buying a closet full of decor, Pinterest-spiraling at 2am, or hiring a full event planner. There's an easier way.
How Merrily works in 30 seconds
Find a kit you love
Browse curated party kits in your city, designed by talented hosts.
Book your dates
Pick your event date and arrange pickup or delivery with the host.
Host beautifully
Use the kit, take the photos, return it. We handle the rest.
Why we built it
The stress of designing and planning an event shouldn't be why you don't get together with your loved ones. Most of us want to host more, like birthday dinners, baby showers, casual Sunday gatherings, but the effort of pulling it off well is what gets in the way. Buying decor you don't need. Storing it. Throwing half of it out a year later. Doing it all again next time.
More parties, less buying, less stress, more togetherness.
Merrily is built around a simple idea: Rent something beautiful, use it, return it. Skip the closet full of things you'll never use again.
For renters
Five steps from "I should throw a party" to "I just hosted a beautiful one."
Browse curated kits
Every kit is hand-selected for design, quality, and condition. Browse by occasion or search by needed services.
Pick your dates
Choose your event date, then choose pickup directly from the host or delivery to your venue.
Connect with your host
Message your host directly with styling preferences, special requests, or delivery timing. They typically respond within hours.
Host your party
Use the kit. Take the photos. Enjoy not having to figure out where to store vintage chargers afterward.
Return it
Return the kit by the agreed-upon time and in good condition. Your host takes care of the rest.
For hosts
If you have beautifully styled kits, whether you're a professional event designer, a stylist, or someone who just makes really thoughtful celebrations, Merrily is a way to turn that work into ongoing income.
Apply to list
We review every kit and service for design and quality before it goes live. This isn't a barrier, it's the reason renters trust us.
Set your terms
You decide what your kit includes, what it costs, your delivery radius, and what dates you're available.
Get booked
Renters discover your kit, message you, and book directly. We handle payments, deposits, and customer support.
Earn
Each booking is income on work you've already created. Some hosts list as a side income, others have built it into something bigger.
Common questions
Is Merrily like Airbnb but for parties?
Sort of, but with more curation. We don't list everything, we curate. Every kit is reviewed before it goes live, and we work closely with hosts to make sure what shows up at your event matches what you saw online.
What happens if something gets damaged?
A small security deposit covers normal wear and tear. Significant damage is handled case by case between you and your host, with Merrily helping mediate if needed.
What cities do you serve?
We're launching in Santa Barbara first, then expanding through California and beyond. If we're not in your city yet, you can sign up to be notified when we are.
Can I rent and host?
Absolutely. Many of our hosts also rent from other hosts. Your dashboard switches between modes seamlessly.
Can I book just the kit, or also things like catering and florals?
Both. Every kit can be booked on its own, but many hosts also offer add-ons like florals, balloons, catering, or full setup. You'll see what each host offers on their listing page.