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6/5/2014 2 Comments

Oh Deer! it's party time {baby shower edition}

Remember those life phases I spoke of recently...keep reading, case in point. :) 

On June 1st, my dear best friend M and her husband, J welcomed little man C to the world. He came just a wee bit ahead of schedule and is as handsome as ever! Nick and I are over the moon excited for them. We're anxiously awaiting a free day to travel to meet him in person. But in the meantime, let's talk about one of Baby C's first parties.

Back in April, I had the privilege to host a couples shower for the M and J. J is an outdoorsy guy and M is super crafty and both are total fun, so the shower had to be a culmination of those traits. Thus, a woodland themed event at a local restaurant chain seemed to be the best of both worlds. Some traditional couples showers are very formal and others are more Baby-Q style. This one was typical shower with a twist. 

Full disclosure, I love to throw get-togethers. Nick doesn't love when I do. Not that he's opposed to social events (because he's about 1 million-percent social butterfly), but he's not fond of my continuous planning and processing and mulling that planning the events take. I make lists, budget spreadsheets, and go a bit overboard with Pinterest. I can't help it. Type-A might be a gross understatement.

Here's the rundown on our modern, woodland "Bucks, Trucks, and Ducks" baby shower:
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Announced the party with a flair: chevron totally goes with woodland, right?

(made with Publisher on a semi-dying PC)

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Main tablescape included:
  • cheap brown tablecloth (total cheating move...I know)
  • custom invite theme print
  • green woven placemats
  • chevron banner
  • scattering of river rock
  • natural sticks displayed in glass vase
  • "the best is yet to be" sign



Gift tablescape included: 
  • Handmade countdown to baby chalkboard
  • Peep "ducks" on top of a Easter grass marsh
  • Scattering of river rocks
  • Guestbook onesie (see adorableness below!)



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We asked guests to record their attendance on this newborn sized onesie. I ironed on the phrase "I am Loved" in camouflage flocked block letters. The perfect blend of newborn cuteness and camo cool, if I do say so myself.

Granny and Gramp (aka Mom and Dad of M) had the honor of signing first. (Idea credit: Pinterest)

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We ordered appetizers and drinks from the restaurant. So desserts were my territory. What's a shower without sweets? I mean, come on? So, since one option isn't my style, we had three offerings:

  • Vanilla Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting
You can check out the amazingly light, delectable cake and frosting recipe here. I'm normally a chocolate and PB advocate, but I opted for vanilla this time. Shocking, I know, but it was so worth it. I didn't use vanilla bean or add PB cups as a filling but go crazy if you feel like it. Thanks Baker Girl for the recipe! 


  • Brownie Balls 
Think cake balls, but better. In my book, brownies always win. This was mostly my own concoction that began with a box mix and store bought frosting. This recipe can serve as your inspiration point though.  

  • Nutter Butter Acorns
Absolutely inspired by Pinterest. They're the perfect fun addition: simple to put together and great flavors. Here's a how-to. But I didn't mess with piping on a stem; i just slapped another chocolate chip on the top (easier and more chocolate!) 

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Because it was a couples shower, no invasive, super girly games were considered. Plus, I must confess, I really usually dislike shower games...sometimes I'm a fuddy dud. Alas, games at a shower are tradition. Here were the activities:
  • Bottle Duty: Beer Bottle Matching Game
Description: J is about to trade beer bottles for baby bottles. But, before Baby C arrives, let’s test your knowledge on one of J’s favorite beverages. Match the bottle with the brand of the beer. First one done with the most correct answers wins a prize.

  •  What will Baby I look like? 
Headshot photos of M and J cut up so attendees could combine eyes, nose, mouth etc. to predict what Baby would look like. (They were hilarious and all wrong). He's a looker already!

  • Guess the Baby C's Birthday Pool
All attendees were asked to target the date that Baby C would arrive. We had one guess on June 1st! That guesser will be getting a prize! 

All in all, we had about 35 people there to celebrate M, J, and Baby C. And now that he's here, I think it's only natural that we plan another party. Who's with me? Meet you by the desserts. 

-xo
2 Comments
Mom
6/5/2014 14:15:24

I always look forward to see what you come up with for different events that you are hosting. You are very creative and usually do something non traditional with your own personal spin on it. That's what makes it fun !

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Courtney
6/5/2014 14:36:05

I love that you are blogging. I am a total fan of party planning. I would love to try our this theme sometimes, and try out some of those great recipes!

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