Organizing everything for a baby shower party can be a stressful time. With all the tasks you need to complete from defining the guest list. You then need to decide on a party theme of course this is optional not required. Then order or print and send the shower invitations, and then prepare your self for the special day itself.
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.
A main feature during the baby shower party, should be the table centerpiece which is most likely going to be the baby shower cake, of course some people prefer a diaper cake but for now we are talking about the cake itself. The baby shower cake should not be similar to a cake that was just purchased from the local cake shop.
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.
If you are hosting the baby shower on a budget, then maybe you should whip about that old cake recipe book and see how well you can follw instructions. The benefits of this are you know what you want and if you follow the recipe correctly you should end up with exactly want you want. This will also have the effect of keeping the costs of the baby shower down for all concerned.
Before deciding on how you are going to make the baby shower cake maybe you should consider a fast research trip on the internet. Here you will find a huge array of ideas and designs to make the baby shower cake stand out from the crowd and making the mother-to-be very happy with the result.
Usually, the designs and shapes of baby shower cakes are nursery items. These are flowers, birds, butterflies, baby-shaped, toys and other kid stuff. The most common icing colors are yellow, pink, blue, green and white.
For those that are hosting the baby shower after the birth of the child. Another idea that has become common place is having a picture of the baby placed on the top of the cake in edible icing. You will need a cake decorator to do this for you as it can be a delicate exercise.
Using a diaper cake is another great idea when hosting the baby shower. Yes you heard right it is a cake made out of diapers and usually serves as the table centerpiece during the shower party. Once the shower party is finished it also provides the family with a large number of diapers for the first weeks of baby being home.
For those that are craft minded maybe you would try your hand at creating your very own diaper cake. Yes its a cake that is made from baby diapers (not the eating kind). All you need to do is purchase some diapers that are rolled lets say to three levels, if you have done this before you can go up as high a seven layers. When securing the diapers make sure that you do not tie the ribbon or lace to tightly as this will deform the diaper and not giving you the desired affect and will probably have to be thrown out.
If you have decided to go with the diaper cake then a great place to feature you achievement is on the table as the centerpiece for the baby shower party. If you have opted to have a real cake whether you have had it ordered or created it yourself the day will be aq complete success no matter you have chosen to do.
With all the hardest decisions made you need to decide a few more things such as if the males are attending if this is the case then maybe a barbecue could set the scene. Its a great time for all the males to get to know each other while standing around the barbecue. If it is just a girls only affair then maybe just some lite snacks, tea, desserts and a nice punch will do just fine.
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.
A main feature during the baby shower party, should be the table centerpiece which is most likely going to be the baby shower cake, of course some people prefer a diaper cake but for now we are talking about the cake itself. The baby shower cake should not be similar to a cake that was just purchased from the local cake shop.
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.
If you are hosting the baby shower on a budget, then maybe you should whip about that old cake recipe book and see how well you can follw instructions. The benefits of this are you know what you want and if you follow the recipe correctly you should end up with exactly want you want. This will also have the effect of keeping the costs of the baby shower down for all concerned.
Before deciding on how you are going to make the baby shower cake maybe you should consider a fast research trip on the internet. Here you will find a huge array of ideas and designs to make the baby shower cake stand out from the crowd and making the mother-to-be very happy with the result.
Usually, the designs and shapes of baby shower cakes are nursery items. These are flowers, birds, butterflies, baby-shaped, toys and other kid stuff. The most common icing colors are yellow, pink, blue, green and white.
For those that are hosting the baby shower after the birth of the child. Another idea that has become common place is having a picture of the baby placed on the top of the cake in edible icing. You will need a cake decorator to do this for you as it can be a delicate exercise.
Using a diaper cake is another great idea when hosting the baby shower. Yes you heard right it is a cake made out of diapers and usually serves as the table centerpiece during the shower party. Once the shower party is finished it also provides the family with a large number of diapers for the first weeks of baby being home.
For those that are craft minded maybe you would try your hand at creating your very own diaper cake. Yes its a cake that is made from baby diapers (not the eating kind). All you need to do is purchase some diapers that are rolled lets say to three levels, if you have done this before you can go up as high a seven layers. When securing the diapers make sure that you do not tie the ribbon or lace to tightly as this will deform the diaper and not giving you the desired affect and will probably have to be thrown out.
If you have decided to go with the diaper cake then a great place to feature you achievement is on the table as the centerpiece for the baby shower party. If you have opted to have a real cake whether you have had it ordered or created it yourself the day will be aq complete success no matter you have chosen to do.
With all the hardest decisions made you need to decide a few more things such as if the males are attending if this is the case then maybe a barbecue could set the scene. Its a great time for all the males to get to know each other while standing around the barbecue. If it is just a girls only affair then maybe just some lite snacks, tea, desserts and a nice punch will do just fine.
About the Author:
Cathy 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 comprehensive guide to hosting your very own Baby Shower Party from games, invitations to decorating the venue every thing is covered from start to finish.
