@RMackles tweeted to me the other day that she was planning a baby shower for men + woman and wanted to know if I had any ideas to share with her. Well, I thought the easiest place to do that would be here instead of trying to do it 140 characters at a time ;-)
This could just be me, but I’m not really wild about baby themed games (i.e. the candy bars in the diaper thing).
Especially for a couple’s shower that has men + women there. Instead, I think it would be a great opportunity to play some of the more old fashioned games that both men and women would enjoy — checkers, chess, card games, maybe even set up a little “bowling alley” or croquet on the lawn. Giving people stuff to do at get-togethers like these is important, I just don’t think your traditional diaper oriented games are the best way to go with both men and women there.
Vintage wooden checkers on Etsy
use what you have
If you’ve picked a color theme — and in this case, it’s blue and white — scavenge your whole house for items that fit. You’re sure to have some blue books or plates or paper or vases or knick-knacks. First of all, it saves you money and lessens waste. Second of all, driving a home a stylistic theme takes more than just a blue tablecloth + streamers — bringing in other elements will make it much more visually interesting.
rocking birds by west elm
This method also allows you to purchase yourself some nice, white or ivory tablecloths. If you use other elements to support your design theme, you won’t need to buy the cheap plastic pink one when the next shower is a girl.
start the decor at the door
This idea I borrowed from Tiffany Lane Handmade, who made this adorable hooray sign for an event she hosted. I think doing a little something special outside – whether it’s a bow or bunting or balloons is a great way to set a festive tone.
speaking of balloons..
I am weirdly obsessed with those awesome perfectly round balloons.
And luckily, you can get those and all the other party supplies you need at Shop Sweet Lulu. Adorable stripey straws, balloons, favor boxes, and more, all from one place!
that’s what I’ve got at the moment, @Rmackles! I hope it helps! :-)
Lastly, I thought it was a good opportunity to share this recent shower invite design I did for Fraiche Design too – a vintage farmhouse baby shower. I can’t wait to see pictures of this little event!
have a very lovely monday, friends!
