Getting everything ready for a baby shower party can be a trying time for the host. With all the arrangements you need to make from choosing the guests to deciding on a theme, then ordering or printing out the shower invitations to send out, and then lastly making sure you are ready for this special day.
Another aspect of organizing the baby shower is that you need to be thinking about what decorations to purchase or make for the venue, what will be the planned events, such as what games to have, what baby shower favors to give to your guests, and what food and beverages to serve on the day.
During the baby shower party, the table centerpiece is most likely to be a baby shower cake. The baby shower cake cannot be similar to the cake that can just be bought from the local bakeshop. Some hosts will go to great lengths to also design a diaper cake to have as a centerpiece at the party.
It is always a good idea to have some one who is attending the baby shower to bake the cake. This will show the mother-to-be that you are dedicated to supporting her and the newborn as well having the added benefit of being perfectly themed for the table centerpiece and the theme of the party.
If you have to pre-order the baby shower cake it is better to meet with the person who will be creating this special cake, after all it is a very special day. In doing this you will have peace of mind that the cake will be designed the way you require and it should be organized well before the commencement of the baby shower party.
For those that fancy they have baking skills, or or maybe there is someone who can follow the recipe from the cake cookbook as well, it is a much better idea to try and prepare the cake yourself. Doing it this way you get a chance to show your creativity with the design and you always have the option to ask for assistance from friends that are attending the shower. It is also a cheaper solution to help keep down the costs of the baby shower.
Make sure you use your resources when designing the baby shower cake such as the internet to find some suitable cake recipes that you can make easily. There are many different styles and designs to choose from when you research this online.
The most popular colors for the baby shower cake are pink, yellow, blue, white and green with the design of the cake usually reflecting a flower, baby toys, butterflies and even birds. Again though you can come up with many ideas after using the internet to research this topic.
If the baby has already arrived you might consider having a photo taken of the little one and then having that placed on the top of the baby shower cake using edible icing. This can be placed on top of the cake whether you have created it or you have had the cake ordered.
If you are not interested in eating the baby shower cake then a good way to still present a cake is by creating it from diapers. This is known as a diaper cake and has been very popular amongst baby shower hosts around the world. It also serves as a great gift after the party with all those diapers ready to go.
Its fairy simple to prepare a diaper cake, all you need to get start is some rolled diapers that are several layers deep. For beginners it is suggested to only use three levels. You can then use pretty ribbon or laces to tie the diapers in place. Making sure that you do not tie the diapers to tightly as to crush them or the diaper cake will lose its shape. If you damage them during this process you will not get the result you are looking for and will possibly have to discard them to the trash.
The table centerpiece would now be your masterpiece the baby shower diaper cake for all to enjoy during the baby shower. For those that have decided on creating or purchasing their own custom cake this to could become the centerpiece of the party ensuring a fun and enjoyable day for all.
Now that the cake is out of the way you need to decide on what foods you will be serving. Usually you will see punches, tea, finger food and deserts being served. Another alternative especially if it is a mixed occasion is to have a barbecue accompanied with some grilled foods. This is a great time for the fathers to get to know each other while standing around the barbecue. The benefit of a Mixed baby shower is that all the parents and friends can have an opportunity to welcome the new baby into the world.
Another aspect of organizing the baby shower is that you need to be thinking about what decorations to purchase or make for the venue, what will be the planned events, such as what games to have, what baby shower favors to give to your guests, and what food and beverages to serve on the day.
During the baby shower party, the table centerpiece is most likely to be a baby shower cake. The baby shower cake cannot be similar to the cake that can just be bought from the local bakeshop. Some hosts will go to great lengths to also design a diaper cake to have as a centerpiece at the party.
It is always a good idea to have some one who is attending the baby shower to bake the cake. This will show the mother-to-be that you are dedicated to supporting her and the newborn as well having the added benefit of being perfectly themed for the table centerpiece and the theme of the party.
If you have to pre-order the baby shower cake it is better to meet with the person who will be creating this special cake, after all it is a very special day. In doing this you will have peace of mind that the cake will be designed the way you require and it should be organized well before the commencement of the baby shower party.
For those that fancy they have baking skills, or or maybe there is someone who can follow the recipe from the cake cookbook as well, it is a much better idea to try and prepare the cake yourself. Doing it this way you get a chance to show your creativity with the design and you always have the option to ask for assistance from friends that are attending the shower. It is also a cheaper solution to help keep down the costs of the baby shower.
Make sure you use your resources when designing the baby shower cake such as the internet to find some suitable cake recipes that you can make easily. There are many different styles and designs to choose from when you research this online.
The most popular colors for the baby shower cake are pink, yellow, blue, white and green with the design of the cake usually reflecting a flower, baby toys, butterflies and even birds. Again though you can come up with many ideas after using the internet to research this topic.
If the baby has already arrived you might consider having a photo taken of the little one and then having that placed on the top of the baby shower cake using edible icing. This can be placed on top of the cake whether you have created it or you have had the cake ordered.
If you are not interested in eating the baby shower cake then a good way to still present a cake is by creating it from diapers. This is known as a diaper cake and has been very popular amongst baby shower hosts around the world. It also serves as a great gift after the party with all those diapers ready to go.
Its fairy simple to prepare a diaper cake, all you need to get start is some rolled diapers that are several layers deep. For beginners it is suggested to only use three levels. You can then use pretty ribbon or laces to tie the diapers in place. Making sure that you do not tie the diapers to tightly as to crush them or the diaper cake will lose its shape. If you damage them during this process you will not get the result you are looking for and will possibly have to discard them to the trash.
The table centerpiece would now be your masterpiece the baby shower diaper cake for all to enjoy during the baby shower. For those that have decided on creating or purchasing their own custom cake this to could become the centerpiece of the party ensuring a fun and enjoyable day for all.
Now that the cake is out of the way you need to decide on what foods you will be serving. Usually you will see punches, tea, finger food and deserts being served. Another alternative especially if it is a mixed occasion is to have a barbecue accompanied with some grilled foods. This is a great time for the fathers to get to know each other while standing around the barbecue. The benefit of a Mixed baby shower is that all the parents and friends can have an opportunity to welcome the new baby into the world.
About the Author:
Cathrina has been hosting baby shower functions for many years with great results. With some great Baby Shower Cake recipes found on the way as well as a indepth guide to hosting your very own Baby Shower Party from games, invitations to decorating the venue every thing is covered from start to finish.
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