A baby shower is a fun an exciting event for an expecting mom and her friends and family. Baby showers are a time to celebrate the coming of a new a baby, and are a fun opportunity for a group of women to get together and have a great time. Creating a fun and fancy atmosphere is key to setting the right mood for the shower. A simple easy way to transform the room is to create festive centerpieces for the tables at the party.
Many expecting mothers choose to create their own baby shower centerpieces. Making your own can help you save money and create a centerpiece that fits your sense of style. These design ideas will help you create unique baby shower centerpieces for next to no money (the most expensive will probably cost about $15, depending on where you buy the materials).
Balloon Baby Shower Centerpieces
Making balloon baby shower centerpieces is about as easy as it gets, and it adds a distinctly festive atmosphere to your party.
There are a few things to consider when you make baby shower centerpieces with balloons.
First, you might need to have the store inflate the balloons for you, especially if you want helium-filled balloons that will float. Helium balloons, however, begin to sag after a few days, so you might want to wait until the day before your baby shower before you have the balloon filled.
Second, you will need something to weight the balloons down so that they don’t float away from the table. Feel free to get creative when choosing a weight, and think of it as an integral part of your baby shower centerpieces. I like wrapping decorative paper around small stones. You could even use bird seed if you have some handy.
Stuffed Animal Baby Shower Centerpieces
You can also use adorable stuffed animals as your baby shower centerpieces. If you have already purchased some stuffed animals for your child’s nursery, then you can simply set it on your table with a small bouquet of flowers. You could even use the stuffed animal as a weight for decorative balloons. Just attach the balloons to the animal’s paw. This is an extremely affordable centerpiece that can play into the theme of your party.
Baby Shower Centerpieces with your Own Flowers
If you enjoy gardening, then consider using some of your own flowers in your baby shower centerpieces. If you already have a vase that you like, then all you need to do is cut the flowers and arrange them for your baby shower centerpiece. If you don’t have a vase that you want to use, then you can pick one up at a variety of retail stores. If you have time, you can even purchase white vases and paint them yourself. That way you can choose any color or design that you want.
Baby Shower Centerpieces for Friends
If you are making baby shower centerpieces for a friend, then you should consider options that will fit her sense of style. Talk to the expecting mother to get a sense of what colors and designs she would like incorporated into her centerpiece. Remember that this day is about her, so set your own opinions aside and create something special for your loved one.
You should also consider that some people are allergic to certain flowers. Ask the expecting mother whether she has any allergies to avoid this mistake. The last thing that you want to do is present her with a baby shower centerpiece that will make her feel sick.
