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Baby Shower Centerpiece Tips
Diaper Cakes are the Newest Rage
Are you throwing a baby shower and having a hard time coming up with a great centerpiece idea? Well, my friend, it's about time you learn how to make a baby shower diaper cake. Here is a quick recipe run through:
First, you must determine exactly what size you want your diaper cake to be. Here are some guidelines to abide by: Top tier - 5-6 diapers 2nd Tier - 15 diapers 3rd Tier - 30 diapers
Roll the diapers vertically into tubular shapes and hold the shapes with rubber bands (scotch tape can work too). Create the bottom tiers first by attaching the diapers with safety pins. Arrange all of the diapers to form a large, circular shape and secure the shape with a large rubber band.
You can attach the tiers to each other with safety pins. It's a great idea to wrap the layers of the cake in receiving blankets or cute baby blankets.
The top tier should contain an extra special item, like a keepsake or a stuffed animal. You can attach the diapers around the item to conceal it or pin it to the top layer of the cake.
When decorating the cake use ribbons and adorable charms.
Feel free to get creative and have fun. Diaper cakes are becoming the hottest new item at baby showers. By taking a little time and asserting a little effort, you can create an amazing centerpiece for your baby shower or an unforgettable gift for the new mommy.
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The Center of Attention
The baby shower centerpiece is the focal point of the event so it is of the utmost importance that it is perfect. When placing it in the center of the table make sure that it is neither too high nor too low. You don't want people bending over to examine it or having to stretch their necks to see others across the table. It should be exactly eye level. Some of the most popular baby shower centerpieces are floral arrangents--they are available everywhere and always a beautiful and fragrant choice (plus they can be around for weeks after the shower). Another popular cernterpiece choice is a cake. A cake will look festive throughout the shower and double as the dessert.
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Quick Fix for a Centerpiece
Is it getting down to the wire and you're still trying to figure out how to make a baby shower centerpiece? Take a deep breath and calm down. Planning a party can be hard work and, when you're worrying about food, decorations, invitations, and presents, things like centerpieces can get thrown by the wayside. No worries, however, you can pull off a fabulous centerpiece in no time. Head down to your local craft store and pick up pink and blue tissue paper, a few bags of both blue and pink gemstones, and an assortment of small, inexpensive vases or votive holders. Place the vases or votive holders in the center of the table and fill them with shredded pieces of tissue paper and gemstones.
*If the sex of the baby has been determined, you can use either blue or pink rather than both.
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An Umbrella for the Shower
Want a truly unique baby shower centerpiece idea? The first thing you have to do is go out and buy an umbrella. If the sex of the baby is known choose a pink or blue umbrella. If the sex is still undetermined, look for an umbrella with child-like patterns (ducks, teddy bears, etc.) or a cheerful pattern (a pastel plaid or polka dots). Hang the umbrella above the seat where the mom-to-be will sit and fill it with oodles of baby supplies and goodies (rattles, bonnets, stuffed animals, lotions, etc.). Tie pastel ribbons to the edges of the umbrella so that they dangle down.
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A Centerpiece Makes a Fine Gift
If baby shower gift hunting didn't go quite as planned and you're still trying to decide what to bring for the new mommy, why not bring a baby shower centerpiece? Buy a large wicker basket and fill it to the brim with baby goodies that the new mommy will need. Stuff it with rattles, booties, pacifiers, teething rings, stuffed animals, bottles, and bibs. Fill any extra space with colorful tissue paper or confetti. Tie colorful balloons to the handle to top it off. To add something extra special, bring along enough candles to surround the basket. And, when you place the centerpiece on the table, put the candles around it and light them. Be sure, however, that you call the host ahead of time and let her know that the centerpiece is taken care of.
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Go Fish!
Looking for a great baby shower centerpiece idea? Forget a cake or a flower arrangement! If you want your shower to go swimmingly, deck your table out with a fantastic centerpiece. Buy a large fishbowl and fill it with water. Then, cover the surface of the water with floating votive candles and beautiful flower buds. If you really want to go all out, drop a big fat goldfish into the water and let it swim around throughout the event. This type of centerpiece is inexpensive, elegant, and original. The guests will be talking about it long after the shower is over.
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Let Someone Else Do the Dirty Diaper Work
If you're in love with the idea of baby shower diaper cakes but aren't the "do-it-yourself" type, put away those diapers and pins and have a cake made for the occasion. There are many pre-made diaper cakes available that you can have shipped right to your doorstep. Aside from the luxury of having someone else do the work for you, you can also pick a design from a number of fantastic themes. Just a few available options include:
Cars
Cowboys
Frogs
Moons and Stars
Noah's Ark
Princess
Sports
If you have a professional make the diaper cake for you the possibilities are expansive and you know it will look great.
