Celebrate the arrival and excitement of your new baby by planning a baby shower. Try one our ideas for your shower that follow some of the best baby trends and themes to mark this special time in your life. Whether it's a boy or a girl, we've got the most creative and adorable baby shower ideas.
Being that most baby showers will take place late morning or early afternoon, you should consider a couple of things when planning out a baby showers menu. For crowd pleasing choices, try to incorporate lunchtime favorites with a sophisticated twist. These easy baby baguettes (pun intended) are an ideal option.
Themes for modern, gender neutral baby showers are always in high demand. Contributor Chris Nease shares her innovative and inexpensive baby shower ideas for an adorable owl theme party that all begins with choosing the right invitation. See how she combines modernity with mom-inspired flair for this adorable baby shower look.
For a cost effective and small shower, try hosting this seasonally themed affair in the comfort of your own home or yard. It's an easy and wonderful way to celebrate new life, draws of the symbols of the season and let's you get creative with word play.
Punch is the quintessential party drink. It has a sweet 50s nostalgia about it that makes the drink just as popular today as it was over half a century ago.
This Baby Shower Diaper Cake is not only an adorable centerpiece, but it is also a great gift for the mother-to-be! These step-by-step directions make it easy to assemble, and it is easily customizable to any theme.
From nautical knots to pink sand to beach ready rubber duckies, we've got three beach decor tabletops that are sure to inspire the look and feel for any beach themed baby shower.
Expert Julie Mulligan planned a nesting themed shower for her niece and incorporated her bridal shower theme into mix as well. Check out how she did it. We're so impressed with her easy DIY and budget saving decor tips along with the delicious nesting themed cupcake idea inspired by Martha Stewart.
Looking for an alternative to the "Baby Shower Diaper Cake"? This super creative DIY Stork is a great way to get your guests in the baby shower mood. Both super cute and customizable, creating this fantastic centerpiece is easy using our step-by-step guide.
Stumped on what to get that fabulous mom-to-be for her baby shower? Our list of Top 10 Baby Shower Gifts is sure to give you some great suggestions and inspiration that will guarantee you get her something she will love and get use of.
Homemade chocolate lollipops are easy and inexpensive when made for a crowd. They're also a sweet treat all your guests will appreciate whether you hand them out while the mom-to-be opens her gifts or pass out as favors to thank them for coming to celebrate.
Stamped muslin bags go from bland to beautiful with just a bit of paint and a carefully chosen stamp. These match our owl theme baby shower ideas, but Chris Nease's simple tutorial makes it easy to recreate at home to match whatever celebration you're planning.
New babies always bring so much excitement! Rather than share your boy or girl news with friends and family via a boring phone call, celebrate your new baby's arrival and gender reveal with this creative celebratory cake idea. It's sweet on so many levels!
Keeping your baby shower decorations clean, color coordinated and layered will create a modern look that's meant for a grown-up celebration. Chris Nease shares her tips and decorating ideas to recreate this look - and it all starts with your invitation!
Chris Nease created the cutest cupcakes for an Owl themed baby shower. No special recipe is needed, just a few basic ingredients. See how she assembled her "mommy" and "baby" owl cupcakes with this easy tutorial.
Your mother-to-be is probably stressed with work, baby planning and those horrible hormones don't help matters. Although mama needs a drink, mama can't have a drink. Make one of these mock-tails to help her unwind at the baby shower.
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Baby Shower Invitations
Simplify your next baby shower with chic online invitations and party planning tools. Guests can vote on the date of the party, review the guest list, and even sign up to bring items to help out!