HOLIDAYS
HOLIDAYS
Winter might bring chilling temperatures, piles of snow and darker days, but it also brings good cheer and plenty of reasons to celebrate.
The season offers many inspiring ideas for themed baby showers and snow angels are ideal for moms who have learned the gender of their child as well as those who have elected to be surprised. Best of all, this theme allows you to spruce up your space festively, but without making it seem like a holiday party.
Read on for our tips and ideas that will make sure any expecting mom in the winter feels the warmth of love and support from those nearest and dearest to her.
The season offers many inspiring ideas for themed baby showers and snow angels are ideal for moms who have learned the gender of their child as well as those who have elected to be surprised. Best of all, this theme allows you to spruce up your space festively, but without making it seem like a holiday party.
Read on for our tips and ideas that will make sure any expecting mom in the winter feels the warmth of love and support from those nearest and dearest to her.
These cookies are lights, crisp and delicious.
Tip: If you have granulated sugar at home already, simply process it in the food processor to get a finer texture. Then add to cookie mixture.
Ingredients
- 6 Large egg whites
- 1/2 Teaspoon Cream of Tarter
- 3/4 Cup super fine sugar
- 1/4 Teaspoon pure vanilla extract (You can substitute this with any flavored extract you’d like. Both lemon and mint are good choices.)
Steps
- Separate egg whites from the yolks. Then, allow egg whites to come to room temperature. In the meantime, place your metal mixing bowl and metal beaters in the freezer. This is a good trick to use whenever you whip egg whites.
- Next, preheat your oven to 200 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. I like to place the rack in the center of the oven so that the heat distributes more evenly around the meringues.
- Once the metal utensils are chilled and the egg whites have come to room temperature, whisk them on a medium speed until foamy. Add the cream of tarter and continue to beat until you see the whites hold soft peaks. Gradually add the sugar. Once the meringue begins to hold stiffer peaks, beat in the vanilla extract.
- Transfer your meringue mixture into a pastry bag and attach a tip. For a fluffier puff, we suggest a 1/2 inch tip.
- Pipe your meringue into balls about 2 to 2 1/2 inches in size onto the parchment lined sheet pan. You can also use a teaspoon to make your meringue balls. Whichever method you use, try to ensure that the balls are close in size as this will allow for even baking, and none of the cookies will burn while others still bake.
- Bake the meringues for approximately an hour and a half. Halfway through, rotate the pan. You will know the meringues are done when they are pale in color and slightly crisp.
- Turn off the oven and do not open it. Allow pan to sit for an hour or two to finish drying. Store in an airtight container and do not refrigerate.
To keep costs down, make your own angelic invitations. Not only will your invitation match your theme perfectly, you will also be able to print as many as you need.
Visit your craft store and find an angel themed cardstock you like. On a soft colored paper, print a poem like this one, and glue it to the front of the themed cardstock.
The time is almost near for ___ little angel to appear!
Come join us on ___ for her Shower
We’ll enjoy a delicious dessert at the ___ hour!
Meet at ___ to celebrate little hands and little feet!
This heavenly shower is sure to be sweet!
Come join us on ___ for her Shower
We’ll enjoy a delicious dessert at the ___ hour!
Meet at ___ to celebrate little hands and little feet!
This heavenly shower is sure to be sweet!
Themed Baby Shower Ideas
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Instead of opting for the traditional menu of salads and finger sandwiches, make this shower all about dessert.
Most baby showers last only a few hours, and if you plan your party at a time between meals, guests won't expect you to feed them a full course dinner.
A "dessert only" menu is an inexpensive way to treat your guests, as you can bake most of the selections, and it also allows you to schedule your shower at various times throughout the day. Themed cupcakes, cookies and cakes are also a wonderful way to add a decorative touch to the party.
Feature Desserts on a Beautifully Spread Table
Dessert Menu:
Themed Cupcakes: Instead of cake, offer guests individual cupcakes. These mini cakes will allow them to sample one or both choices.
Cookies: Pfferneuse cookies are a seasonal favorite. Plate these alongside inexpensive meringue cookies. Don't forget the angel cookies! Whip up your favorite butter or sugar cookie batter and cut angel designs with cookie cutters.
White Chocolate Candies: Craft and bakery supply stores sell a variety of chocolate candy molds. Find one that fits the theme. Fill with melted white chocolate,chill and serve!
Peppermint Flavors: Mint flavors are especially enjoyable during the cold, winter months. Add this to any of your desserts!
Drinks: Tea, coffee and hot chocolate are ideal for this party. Elect to serve traditional flavors or purchase different varieties.
Most baby showers last only a few hours, and if you plan your party at a time between meals, guests won't expect you to feed them a full course dinner.
A "dessert only" menu is an inexpensive way to treat your guests, as you can bake most of the selections, and it also allows you to schedule your shower at various times throughout the day. Themed cupcakes, cookies and cakes are also a wonderful way to add a decorative touch to the party.
Feature Desserts on a Beautifully Spread Table
- Showcase your delicate treats by creating a soft, tiered dessert buffet. Instead of using a tablecloth, cover your spread by using a snow blanket. It's a fun way to create a mini winter wonderland and will remind guests of all the fun that snow showers bring.
- Add a bit of shine to your buffet by placing white candles of all shapes, sizes and heights along the table. Be sure to place a sturdy plate or candle holder beneath each as it will balance the candle and avoid the danger of a fire. A safer alternative to this would be to lay twinkle lights along the spread.
- A tiered cupcake stand is a good investment for this party. It will showcase beautifully decorated cupcakes and you will certainly use the stand for future parties.
- Opt to use clear plastic or even glass plates if you have them.
- Don't forget little snow angels! Place crystal angel ornaments throughout the buffet. If you can, try hanging them above the buffet area.
Dessert Menu:
Themed Cupcakes: Instead of cake, offer guests individual cupcakes. These mini cakes will allow them to sample one or both choices.
- Coconut Snowball Cupcakes: Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten has an amazing coconut cupcake that we love. Not only is it deliciously light, it has the added benefit of looking like a cute snowball!
- Devils Food Cupcake with Snowflake Icing Design: For the chocolate lovers, these cupcakes are sure to please. They might be a decadent chocolate flavor, but can be decorated in winter wonderland glamour. If the gender of the baby is known, this is a great place to add some color to the mix. Simply dye fluffy white icing a pastel blue or pink. Whether you go with full on white or some added color, top with Wilton’s white sugar glitter to add a dainty new-fallen snow touch. If you want to be really creative, trace a snow angel in the icing using a toothpick. It's a really simple way to impress guests with the design.
Cookies: Pfferneuse cookies are a seasonal favorite. Plate these alongside inexpensive meringue cookies. Don't forget the angel cookies! Whip up your favorite butter or sugar cookie batter and cut angel designs with cookie cutters.
White Chocolate Candies: Craft and bakery supply stores sell a variety of chocolate candy molds. Find one that fits the theme. Fill with melted white chocolate,chill and serve!
Peppermint Flavors: Mint flavors are especially enjoyable during the cold, winter months. Add this to any of your desserts!
Drinks: Tea, coffee and hot chocolate are ideal for this party. Elect to serve traditional flavors or purchase different varieties.
For this baby shower, think of a crisp morning after a snowfall. Think fluffy white clouds and soft, sparkling snow.
- Cover chairs in white linens and tie off with large ivory or silver bows.
- Scatter free floating white balloons around the space.
- If you have tables for guests to sit at, place tall glass vases filled with decorative branches at the center with crystal angel ornaments hanging from them. This isalso a great way to add decorative touches throughout the party spaceif tables are scattered.
- Follow our tips on how to create a beautiful winter buffet.
- Accent your white color scheme with hints of silver to add sparkle. An ideal way to do this would be to hang a white banner with silver lettering that announces the mom-to-be.
There are so many ways to tailor your favors to this baby shower theme. Here are three ideas.
Angel Ornament - If you're hosting this celebration before the holidays, a seasonal gift that pairs well with this theme are angel ornaments. Oriental Trading offers two inexpensive selections: the white antique angels are our top pick, followed by the heavenly angel glass ornaments. Both are $14.99 per dozen, and although the white version reminds us more of snow angels, the glass version can do double duty as place card holders. Pick whichever you like best!
Angelic Treats - This idea works well if there are a large number of guests at your shower. You can buy these ready-made at beau-coup.com or opt to make them on your own. Simply purchase small, inexpensive shimmer bags like these from The Wedding Knot, and fill with whatever treats you like. Tie off with a pretty ribbon and place budget-friendly angel pins at the knot.
Heavenly Scents - Hand out "Heaven Scent" candles to your guests. The fresh, frosted glass of the votive is reminiscent of house windows during the winter season.
Angel Ornament - If you're hosting this celebration before the holidays, a seasonal gift that pairs well with this theme are angel ornaments. Oriental Trading offers two inexpensive selections: the white antique angels are our top pick, followed by the heavenly angel glass ornaments. Both are $14.99 per dozen, and although the white version reminds us more of snow angels, the glass version can do double duty as place card holders. Pick whichever you like best!
Angelic Treats - This idea works well if there are a large number of guests at your shower. You can buy these ready-made at beau-coup.com or opt to make them on your own. Simply purchase small, inexpensive shimmer bags like these from The Wedding Knot, and fill with whatever treats you like. Tie off with a pretty ribbon and place budget-friendly angel pins at the knot.
Heavenly Scents - Hand out "Heaven Scent" candles to your guests. The fresh, frosted glass of the votive is reminiscent of house windows during the winter season.
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