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The Baby Shower Quandary
I’ve been to more Baby Showers than I really care to remember. Mainly because they all run together in a big baby blur! Making a shower stand out in the eyes of the guests and the mom to be is easier and more affordable than you may think! Especially if you have someone to split the cost with you and find the perfect baby shower gift. Having a theme is cute, but not necessary! Fun patterns and bright colors make the mood seem much more lively then the pale pink and blue that we usually see! Think big dots and swirls and stripes! Plus, with this “theme” it’s easy to mix and match things from different stores (and catch them on sale)! For a centerpiece- one of the trendiest (and fun!) gifts is a “Diaper Cake”. Directions for making them are just below, and they are so much fun to decorate – you can use baby toys, bibs, blankets, onesies…pretty much anything! The “topper” to the cake can be a stuffed animal or anything you can get to balance on top! How to make a diaper cake you will need: • 16" disposable cardboard platter (you can buy one from a craft
store like Michaels or cut your own from a larger box) The number of diapers you will require depends on the size and number of tiers you would like your cake to have. On average 50 newborn diapers will create a standard sized 3-layered cake. • 20 diapers for the bottom layer To assemble your cake: • Use a cardboard paper towel roll or a baby bottle to roll your
diapers Some of the best Baby Shower “activities” are things you may have never considered! When I was pregnant with my second child, we took several packs of plain white onesies in sizes up to nine months and permanent marker and paint pens. Each guest got to “decorate” a onesie for the baby! Just make sure to prewash all of them before the shower! And do NOT use puffy paint – I lost a lot of cute designs that way! The puffy paint will wash off (even though it says its washable)! A guest book with the name of the person and the gift! This makes sending thank you notes super easy and is a terrific memory of the shower! “Advice Books”- This can be a nice journal style notebook in a design mom to be would like! All the guests get to write tips and tricks for the new mom! They can also add their personal thoughts and prayers and hopes for the new family! Scrapbook Kits: It's all the rage! Scrapbook kits are available (usually matching your baby shower theme) and are a great way to preserve this special day. By adding photos, scraps of gift-wrap, ribbon, a copy of the invitation and advice cards to name just a few, it's a wonderful way to personalize and preserve this special day for a memorable keepsake. Gift Giving Time! I had about 50 receiving blankets. I only used two. Since mom will get plenty at the hospital, and no doubt someone will give her more, spare her! Give her a baby shower gift that is unique and stand out (and they can cost as much or as little as you want to spend)! Here are some of my all time favorite baby shower gifts (to give and receive)! A gift bag filled with safety items like bath faucet covers and bath
thermometers, cabinet locks and outlet covers! Toilet locks are good too
(I found the DVD remote in the toilet this morning)! Books to read to
baby There are so many possibilities for hosting a shower and baby shower gifts! The only limit is your imagination! Thinking of what mom really needs and enjoys will make the baby shower enjoyable and memorable for mom to be and the guests! For a great selection of baby shower gifts and gifts for mom visit http://www.kates-boutique.com Kate's Boutique is a trendy & sassy upscale boutique for the stylish Mommy & Baby. We provide a large selection of baby gifts, adorable baby clothes, designer women's handbags, women's apparel from Cutting Up and personalized custom gifts. Visit us online at http://www.kates-boutique.com for all your gifts. Article Source:
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10 Baby Shower Planning Tips By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Christina_Cermak]Christina Cermak Baby showers are fun events. Planning any event can be stressful. Here are ten baby shower planning tips to help you plan a fun baby shower with little stress. A few things to keep organized while you are planning your baby shower party: 1. Create a guest list. Your guest list should include guest name & address. 2. Plan to have the shower 6-8 weeks before the baby is due. If mom to be has a difficult pregnancy or there is concern she may go into labor early then hold the shower 8-10 weeks before the baby is due. 3. Have your guests RSVP 1-2 weeks before the baby shower. 4. If you are planning to host the baby shower at a restaurant, make your reservation early. Check with the restaurant for the latest date to submit your guest number. 5. Send out baby shower invitations at least 4-6 weeks before the baby shower. 6. To make things easier on the mom to be have baby shower thank you cards purchased and addressed with the guest list. If the baby shower has a theme you can coordinate the thank you cards with that theme. 7. Have activities planned. Baby Shower Games are a great way to break the ice among guests who may not know each other. 8. Purchase personalized favors at least 3 weeks in advance. You need to allow processing time & delivery time if favors will be shipped. 9. Purchase decorations up to a week in advanced. 10. Keep in mind mom to be's personality when planning her baby shower. This shower is being hosted in her honor.
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