A new baby is a bright ray of sunshine in the lives of their parents and family. And this sunflower baby shower took that sentiment to heart! Event Planner, Aaliya of Lacedbyliyah (FB), let her style shine bright and transformed the venue with plenty of beautiful blooms.
The invitations set the baby shower tone right from the get-go: dazzling sunflowers complemented by rustic wood for a sweet, country-chic vibe. The welcoming sign uses the same graphic, and Aaliya manages to match the venue’s wood floors almost perfectly! Coincidence? I think not!
The guests of honor, Baby Kalanee’s parents, get to enjoy seating fit for glamorous garden royalty. An eye-catching gold Payette sequined tablecloth covers their table, set with sunflower-yellow plates and sweet pictures of the growing family. The backdrop welcoming Baby Kalanee is framed with more Payette sequined curtains and deep green curtains that perfectly complement the custom backdrop. Balloon bunches add great dimension and are an excellent touch for the focal point of the room!
“Adorable” isn’t a strong enough word to describe the table centerpieces! Embroidery hoops are repurposed and dressed up with vines of ivy, clusters of sunflowers, and the sweetest image of the Sunflower Princess herself. I absolutely love that the place settings are elevated with textured, metallic gold charger plates, too! Even though the guests are eating off of disposable plates, the settings look elegant and refined. And do you see the gold pacifier napkin rings? It doesn’t get much cuter than that.
There’s a beautiful variety of colors added to the room, as well. Some guest tables have green tablecloths, some have yellow or brown, but they are all tied together with Payette sequin table runners! Which, by the way, beautifully matches the sequined tablecloths on the food and dessert tables.
In the current
pandemic, event planners and hosts have to get creative with their party
preparations. One trend that has sped into the spotlight is drive-by showers,
where guests drive by the host’s home to drop off gifts and pick up favors
quickly. It’s all the same fun and charisma of a typical shower, with no close
contact!
Arielle, an event stylist, fully embraced this concept and gave one couple the ultimate racing-themed baby shower to celebrate the upcoming birth of their little one! The décor was equal parts cute, creative, and conscious of everyone’s safety.
A huge welcome
banner (I mean, huge) and archway welcomes the guests as they roll up to
the starting line of the shower. Once they get the green light, guests come to
the first Pit Stop – the Gift Compound. They can drop off their gifts with
minimal contact but still see the smiling faces of the Mom and Dad of the Hour.
Super cute and a perfect concept for the theme!
After the next leg
of the race, guests come to the second Pit Stop – the Refueling Station! At
this stop, guests receive a boxed lunch and delicious cupcake to thank them for
attending. And all of it is packaged to-go in checkered-flag boxes that drive
the racing theme home.
In between the two
pit stops is the focal point of the whole event – the Finish Line. A “roadway”
draws your eye up to the top of the driveway, transformed into a winner’s
circle for the growing family. It’s complete with checkered flag patterns
galore, a balloon tower stoplight, thrones for Mom and Dad, and an adorable
little hot rod for their two little ones. And let’s not forget the outfit that
Mama is wearing! She looks fantastic rocking that racing suit.
Take a victory
lap, Arielle; this drive-by racing baby shower brings all race fans to their
feet!
There are lots of milestones
to celebrate as a baby grows up. The six-months-old mark, first solid foods,
first steps, first teeth…but have you ever considered throwing a 100 Days Old
celebration? After seeing this one, decorated by Ms. Laine Events, you will
want to!
The theme for this party is little piglets – an adorable choice for a newborn baby – and oh, did Ms. Laine bring the piggies! The custom graphic saying “Brayden is 100 days old” features the cutest little pig you ever did see, and makes the perfect focal point for the room. The chevron design on the graphic is modern yet cute enough to fit right in with the theme, and the light blue color scheme makes a stunning contrast against the sweet, pink piglets.
One of the biggest
head-turners is the mylar balloons shaped like pigs. How adorable are they?
Besides being the most lovable balloons outside of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day
Parade, the pig balloons make excellent fillers to fluff and fill any empty
space throughout the room. The guests are guaranteed to coo over them almost as
much as the baby!
Guests were directed to the room at the venue with a clever easel, sporting a sign that has the same cute piggy from the custom graphic inside. More pig balloons surrounded the easel, grabbing guests’ attention and giving an adorable sneak preview of the décor in the party space! As a final touch, balloons of light blue and pig pink add some flair and tie the whole display together.
One of the things I love the most about the decorations is the little touches of rustic charm throughout the space. Galvanized milk cans are filled with faux wildflowers and greenery, with just a bit of faux hay to elevate the country charisma. It’s not overdone, though! There’s just enough to add to the farmhouse atmosphere without detracting from the central theme of the party.
The treats and sweets for the party are worth celebrating themselves. Custard pies with “pigs on a stick” decorations are sure to make guests squeal with delight. And the fluffy buttercream icing on the cupcakes is tempting enough for anyone to burrow their nose in!
Adorable “piggy pops,” pigs
on a stick, are ready to go for guests to enjoy at the party or on their way
out the door. If you look closely, you can see that each piggy pop has a
different expression on its face. Some even dressed for the occasion and have a
party hat! As if things couldn’t get any cuter, little pig-shaped donuts hang
on an upscale pegboard to be plucked from their perches as the guests leave.
These little pigs also have different expressions on their faces, the same as
the piggy pops. A tiny detail that brings all the elements together!
All in all, baby’s barnyard bash is a precious, yet simple theme to make your 100-days-old party (or any age, for that matter!) a huge success. All thanks to the inspiration from Ms. Lain’s Events!
Words from the planner: Oink Oink again!! Another cute piggy theme that we just styled recently. Thanks to Brayden’s mummy for your trust & support. We hope everyone had a great time!
Baby showers are often given a specific theme. This gives everyone the opportunity to make creative decorations, cakes, and food unique to this desired theme.
Having a theme picked also makes decorating for the event easier. The only problem we have is that picking a baby shower theme can be a difficult task because there are so many wonderful ideas out there. Inquiring what the expectant mom prefers is usually the best way to get an idea for a theme, but if the baby shower is a surprise, pick the one that may suit the mom-to-be the best.
Ask a Set of Questions
When choosing a baby shower theme, write down a set of questions. For instance, is mommy-to-be a fan of anything? Does she like any particular animal? Does she like a particular color? Does she know the sex of the baby? If she knows the sex of the baby, you may choose to go with a particular color laid within the décor. Pink or blue balloons, streamers, and even candy favors add that special touch so that party-goers can also be aware of the sex of the baby.
When choosing a baby shower theme, write down a set of questions, this may help decide on a theme.
Here are some questions you could ask her:
Is mom-to-be a fan of anything?
Is there a particular animal she likes?
Does she like a particular color?
What is the theme of the baby nursery?
Does she know the sex of the baby?
If she knows the sex of the baby, you may choose to go with a particular color laid within the décor. Pink or blue balloons, streamers, and even candy favors add that special touch so that party-goers can also be aware of the sex of the baby.
While keeping the color theme, you can interlace this with other themes such as a rubber ducky theme. Rubber duckies are a popular baby shower theme since most baby’s development is stimulated by the vibrant color, and they are soothed while teething away at the rubber material.
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So, rather than a classic yellow duck theme, you may choose to have a blue or pink duck theme. Rubber ducky toys can be chosen for decorative keepsake wreaths or creative diaper cakes. Diaper cakes are becoming more popular, and most parents will keep them as a decorative item while others utilize the diapers that make up the cake.
Themes for the Time of the Year
There are some amazing themes based on the time of the year that may assist with picking the theme!
Since some people choose to display diaper cake over an edible cake, a diaper theme is a great option and you can personalize it with a chosen theme by matching the color of the ribbon and accessories that goes with the cake.
This diaper cake can serve as a magnificent centerpiece for those special events. Maybe even have a fun game, such as pin the diaper on the baby (a twist on pin the tail on the donkey). For gifts, no parent can have too many diapers, and so intertwine the theme with the gifts, as well. Hanging a clothesline around the venue with diapers draping beautifully on the walls adds an extra touch of creative decoration.
Toys and Books
Maybe the mom-to-be has all of the diapers she will ever need, and she just wants to give her child some educational and fun-filled toys and books. Toys and books are great as they can serve as a great distraction for many moms to get things done around the house.
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You can choose an Alphabet Block theme,library inspired baby shower theme, or a theme based on mom-to-be’s favorite childhood storybook. You can kindly request or make a suggestion on the invitation that parents-to-be are looking for Toys or books, new or used.
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Theme Based on Baby Nursery
Still can’t decide on a theme? We can pick a baby shower theme another way! Ask the mommy-to-be if they have decided on the decoration for the baby nursery. Will it have animals? Will it be a woodland baby nursery? You can choose the theme based on the baby nursery.
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This idea makes the entire event more relaxed for everyone involved, but some expectant mothers may simply prefer a meal with her closest friends to the extravagance of a shower. Taking the fun to a restaurant is a relaxed theme that allows for plenty of chatter and a full belly for that hungry woman due any day now. Some restaurants have private rooms for a decent price to make the event even more special so that everyone at the party may hear the conversation without having to shout over a crowd of people.
Some restaurants have private rooms for a decent price to make the event even more special. The best part of having a private room is that everyone in the party may hear the conversation without having to shout over a crowd of people. Secondly, you won’t need to worry about cleaning up afterward.
Conclusion
Whether the expectant mom prefers something elegant or a day at the spa, having a theme can be fun. You may even find yourself planning and purchasing supplies a lot easier. This is because everything at the party is centered on the theme, so once a color for the theme is set, you would know what you need to look out for. This also creates a memorable and very special day to remember. The mom-to-be and the guests can always remember that special party held just for her little bundle of joy!
Planning a baby shower could be a daunting task but its fun. Choosing the theme, planning the decorations, creating a list and others. Planning and preparation requires a lot of time and normally it is a labor of love. For others preparing the invitations is a fun thing to do but for some people they are having a hard time putting words in the invitations. They are at a loss as to what words will they will include in their baby shower invitation.
Famous Quotes
You can add invitation wording using famous quotes. There are lots of famous quotes relating to babies that you can use in wording your baby shower invitations. You can find these quotes online or maybe you have heard from someone.
Here are some famous quotes that you can add to your baby shower invitations. To make it more unique, you can replace some words from the quotes by adding maybe the future name or gender of your baby.
Winnie The Pooh
“I think we dream so we don’t have to be apart for so long. If we’re in each other’s dreams, we can be together all the time”
This sweetest quote from A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh can be used in your invitation! You can start off the invitation with this quote followed by A sweet little “hunny” is on the way, let’s shower mommy-to-be before her big day!
Twinkle Twinkle Little Stars
Like the famous Twinkle, twinkle little stars by Jane Taylor, you can use it and add something after the quote such as this –
“Twinkle, twinkle little stars. How I wonder what you are. A little star will soon arrive, Come and join us in welcoming baby Madison and have fun.”
Mulan
There are lots of famous quotes from Disney’s cartoon characters that we love like this one from Mulan “Like a cloud, you are soft. Like a bamboo, you bend in the wind.” Then you can add your invitation wording into it, such as a
“Baby as soft as the cloud” is coming soon, come and join us in welcoming Baby Jackson!
Cinderella
You can also use this famous quote from Cinderella, “No matter how your heart is grieving, if you keep on believing, the dream that you wish will come true.” Then you can add,
“We have waited for our dream to come true and now she is coming.” Come and join us in welcoming our little Cinderella!
Breakfast at Tiffany’s
“Can you imagine how divinely & utterly happy she’ll be with the birth of her precious little baby!””
“Hello Darlings! Break out a fabulous black dress and your favorite strand of pearls as we celebrate a sweet baby girl!”
“We hope you can join us for a fabulous time, with your presence it will be delightfully divine”
Genie in Aladdin
The famous quote of Genie in Aladdin is also a good choice –
“Today’s special moments are tomorrow’s memories.” We want you to be part of this special moment, Come and join us in welcoming baby Madison.
These famous quotes can make your baby shower invitation interesting and can encourage your friends to join you in welcoming your newborn.
Are you planning a baby shower but aren’t wild about traditional baby shower games? If you want to spice things up a little, here are four fun Minute to Win Baby Shower It-style games you can play to make your baby shower a memorable one. Your guests are guaranteed to goo-goo, gaga over them!
These game ideas are also perfect for co-ed baby shower guests! Don’t forget to prepare some favors for the winners!
Baby Rattle Minute to Win It
The first minute to win it baby shower game on our list is called Baby Raffle. This game can be very entertaining especially for a coed baby shower and even more so if kids are in attendance!
To start the game, split into two teams. Decide who goes first from each team. The goal of this game is for players to transfer all gumballs from one soda bottle to another. Give a point for the winner! Repeat until everyone takes a turn.
Yes, that’s right! This is the game you may have played when you were a child! Have 3 people in each team. The host will only tell the first person what they need to draw. Whether it be a duck, a baby crying, the first person will start drawing on the second person’s back. The second person will need to try to copy the drawing of the person that is drawing on their back! The last person who is leaning against the wall will try to mimic what they think is being drawn on them and guess what it is! If they cannot guess it, the second person can try to guess it!
To start the game, split into two teams. Make sure you’ve got the diapers set up with points labeled clearly on each of them. For the 1st round, have each player throw two balls. The player from each team with the highest score advances. For the 2nd round, repeat to find two more players to advance to the final stage. In the 3rd and final stage, the 4 players throw two balls and the highest score wins.
Ping Pong Bounce game requires a long table, a baby bathtub, and ping pong balls. Fill the baby bathtub with water and place it at one end of the table. Put the ping pong balls in a bucket or container and place them at the other end of the table, opposite the bathtub. The goal is to get as many ping pong balls into the bathtub before time runs out!
Extra challenge: instead of a baby bathtub, you can place small plastic dishes (think sundae bowls, anything that floats) on a large water-filled container. The objective is to bounce the ping pong balls into the floating targets!
Sugar BabyMinute to Win It
Another fun Minute to Win it baby shower game is Sugar Baby. For this game, you will need to find letter-shaped candy or gummies (like these ones). You will also need a big bowl filled with sugar, a plastic spoon, and a disposable tablecloth to make your life easier.
The first step is to cover the playing field with that plastic tablecloth – trust me.
The second step is to pick out enough candy letters to spell the word “baby”, or any chosen word or name. Then, bury those letters into the sugar bowl.
The third step is to make your friends play, and laugh hysterically.
The players must pinch the plastic spoon between their teeth, search through the sugar, and fish out the letters. They can only use the spoon so it’s helpful to have them hold their hands behind their back to avoid the temptation of grabbing the bowl. The first or fastest one to dig out all four letters is the winner!
Extra challenge: rather than just fishing the letters out of the bowl, have your players use the spoon in their teeth to arrange the letters on the table to spell “baby” correctly!
Dizzy DiaperMinute to Win It
Another game is called Dizzy Diaper. All you will need to play this game is a roll of toilet paper and two players with a good sense of humor! Player 1 will hold the roll of toilet paper on a holder. Player 2 will take the end of the toilet paper in their hand. When the round starts, player 2 must start spinning around and wrap themselves in the toilet paper – preferably around the lower half of their body! The fastest or first team to successfully wrap their player in a toilet paper diaper wins!
Extra challenge: Tuck the end of the toilet paper into Player 2’s waistband instead of having them hold it in their hands. Have them also tuck their arms in. So if the toilet paper breaks, Player 1 has to help them start wrapping again!
The final game to jazz up your baby shower is Pop it BABY. Before the guests arrive, write out the letters B-A-B-Y on separate slips of paper and stuff each of them into their own balloons. Inflate the balloons, and be sure to keep them appropriately grouped together.
Your players must pair up and try to pop the balloons using only their heads to get the letters inside! Once they have popped all the balloons and collected all the letters, they will need to arrange them in the correct order to win. For a simpler option, you can ask the players to sit on the balloons to pop.
Extra challenge: You can ask the guests to spell out different words for different rounds of the game. Just be sure to keep the number of balloons the same and keep the word fairly simple. For example, spell out “baby” in one group of balloons and “girl” in another. This way, every player has to figure out a new word puzzle!
