"The Birds And The Bees" Baby Shower

This "Birds and the Bees" baby shower from my friend Natasha of Fete Fanatic strikes the perfect balance between adult chic, and traditional "baby" references.  The colors and styling are modern and sophisticated, while incorporating cute sippy cup, mini pacifier, and tiny bottle details. 

Natasha had a cake made to match the invitations, which incorporated a bird and a bee, of course.  Birds nests were present in the decor, as well as feathers, honey sweetener sticks, honey buns, and favors of tea cups and honey bee stir sticks.  

I think this shower theme is so fun and whimsical, and she did a fantastic job.  There is lots more to see on the Fete Fanatic blog here and here.

Pale Blue & Yellow Baby Shower {2 Parties, 1 Idea}

Today I've got 2 seperate parties that look great together!  The first, from Dooby Design Group, sets the scene perfectly for a Baby Shower (or Bridal) for a baby boy or unknown sex.  The color pallete is soft blue and yellow and uses monogram details and lovely flowers to create a classic design.

After a light luncheon, finish up with this yummy dessert spread from Pizzazzerie.  The colors are perfectly suited  for the design above and even incorporates more monogram detail!

Vintage-Inspired Nesting Shower

I'm excited to finally share this gorgeous vintage-inspired Nesting Shower, designed by Morgan of Pepper Design blog.  Not only did she begin with an amazing outdoor setting, but she executed every detail superbly!

With thrift store and yard sale finds, and a little craftiness, Morgan nailed the vintage vibe!

Above is one of the dining tables inside the gazebo, and the dessert buffet.  Handmade paper flowers, hanging rosettes, and DIY cake pedestals were just some of the details (check out that hand-crafted chandelier!).   

There were also tea cups and hanging jars filled with rice and a candle, as well as hot cocoa favor packets to tie into the hot beverage bar being served. 

To enjoy with dessert, the hostesses served a hot beverage station with chai tea, cafe latte, hot cocoa, and delicious toppings.

This shower is so inspiring for any ladies luncheon....even Mother's Day!

For lots more photos and information about this party, visit Part 1, Part 2, and the tutorial for creating paper flowers (chandelier), and a tutorial on the linens and book art. 

Custom Inspiration Board - Red & Aqua Baby Shower

Carla and her friends are throwing a baby shower for another girl friend who doesn't know the sex of the baby.  She loves the popular combination of red and aqua, so that was the jumping off point.

We begin with a fun invitation in the chosen color scheme.  Continue the decor with a background of color in the way of hanging lanterns, table cloths, and runners.  A light lunch will be served so she can set up tables in alternating color ways (red on aqua for some, aqua on red for others).  Tight bunches of red flowers like roses or carnations look great as centerpieces. 

Place a welcome sign in a prominent place, and have shower activities set up, printed on coordinating paper. 

Set up a candy and dessert table full of  red and aqua treats.  You can wrap water bottles and rice crispy treat squares with colorful matching paper.  Hang a flag banner made from the same paper or fabric, above the sweets.  Serve a signature red cocktail/mocktail.  Provide attractive packaging to fill up with candy as the take home favors.

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Invitation, diaper cake, hanging lanterns, gifts, tabletop

sign, chair swag, table setting

candy display, candy cones, banner

red drink, wrapped sandwich, game, centerpiece

favor packs, cupcakes, cookies, water bottles