Let’s talk baby shower themes! A classic and one of my favorites is the idea of “Showering Her With Love!” hence the raindrops and umbrella. {wink} And one of my favorite inexpensive party ideas, the balloon decoration! Balloons can bring color, create height, cover the floor, fill in big party spaces, and all for pennies. Just grab a Balloon Time tank and let’s plan a baby shower!
For the overall table decoration, I loved the idea of the actual “shower” over the table. To recreate this you’ll need all the balloon decoration ideas that I’ll outline in a minute, but you also need a pretty little clear umbrella and rain. For the umbrella, I measured my table and then chose a child’s size umbrella so that it wouldn’t overhang. And for the rain, I cut out paper raindrops in multiple shades of blue and sewed them in a line. If you place the raindrops on wax paper as you sew, they’ll stay together in a line and then you can simply tear away the wax paper. I also made a scallop table runner… more on that in a future post.
Okay, let’s talk balloons. There are three balloon decoration ideas in this baby shower theme:
- Balloon clouds – using 10″ clear balloons and two balloon wall attachments
- Oversized heart balloons – using 24″ white round balloons, paper hearts and clear fishing line
- Balloon cake topper – using 4″ mini blue balloons and wooden dowels
Let’s take each balloon decoration one by one.
For the balloon clouds, you’ll want to inflate 25 or so clear balloons for a small space like this one. Additionally, if you want to bring them down the wall, Command Brand makes a damage-free Balloon Buncher that’s clear and holds three balloons. I recommend still using helium in these balloons if you can because it helps them to stand up well and not look droopy.
For the oversized balloons, I chose to embellish them with paper hearts. In addition to being larger, these balloons are thicker so they hold up better and hold the helium longer.
Attach them to floor next to your table with clear fishing line (one of my favorite craft accessories!).
Last, but not least, make a super simple balloon cake topper. For these, use helium. If you don’t, they’ll slouch and won’t be nearly as darling. Just inflate mini balloons, attach with a glue dot to wooden dowels and insert. Done. Darling and simple… my kind of craft!
Want to see a closer look at the scallop table runner?
Did you wonder why the blue and orange color palette? There are actually two reasons. I wanted something a bit different from the traditional pink and blue, but I really needed the blue for the rain. So when browsing fabrics I came across this blue, orange and red pattern. I really love how it all came together.
If you like these ideas I have a surprise for you. I’ve teamed up with Balloon Time for a $500 giveaway!! You can plan the ultimate baby shower or birthday with a $300 Visa Gift Card, Jumbo Balloon Time Tank and lots of fun balloons and supplies. Entering is super easy!
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As always, I hope you’re inspired to craft, bake, create and celebrate!
Resources:
Totes kids bubble umbrella
10 Inch Transparent Helium Balloons
Jumbo Latex Balloons
Helium Tank Kit
5 Inch Mini Cake Topper Balloons, Multicolor
12″ Orange Balloons
12″ Light Blue Balloons
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Heather | The Deans List says
May 12, 2016 at 9:09 amI would throw an awesome 20’s Gatsby Party! I love all the metallics!
Stephanie Paxman says
May 12, 2016 at 10:07 amI’d use it for my Grandma’s 80th birthday party this summer!
Mariah Leeson says
May 12, 2016 at 5:24 pmOh my the possibilities…I would probably start with an epic Summer Pool Party with a bright and colorful flamingo & pineapple theme. I’ve always wanted to have a flamingo themed party and I think it would be the perfect way to kick off the summer season!
Jessica @ Pen + Paper Flowers says
May 12, 2016 at 9:49 pmThis is a totally cute idea. Love how you attached hearts to the oversized balloon! And the simple cake topper idea is brilliant!
Amy Elizabeth Temple says
May 13, 2016 at 11:39 amI am planing a “Beau-tea party” for my daughter’s 9th birthday and I want it to be perfect. Her great grandmother was all about proper etiquette and was supposed to come give the girls etiquette lessons when we first discussed this party, but sadly she passed away pretty sudden earlier this year… so I want it to be in honor of Granny… my daughter misses her so badly and it breaks my heart.
Kim says
May 14, 2016 at 8:41 amAmy – so sorry to hear about her great grandmother. The party idea sounds lovely and I wish you the best of luck with your entries!
Peggy Johnson says
May 13, 2016 at 4:43 pmI have a lot coming up very soon to plan for. My dad turns 80 and they are moving to be near us, my niece is getting married and I am doing her shower.
Kim says
May 14, 2016 at 8:40 amPeggy – you could definitely use this $500 prize! Good luck!!
Samantha Polski says
May 13, 2016 at 7:43 pmHi Kim!
This is so fun! I love all of your ideas for a baby shower! We’re having a Battle of the Sexes Party in July! My fiancé and I are having a small destination wedding in August, so instead of the traditional wedding pre-game activities, we decided to have a Battle of the Sexes Party! There are so many fun balloon games that we could play! Winning this contest would definitely add to our decorations, game selection and level of fun! Thank you for the inspiration and the opportunity to win!
-Samantha-
Kim says
May 14, 2016 at 8:39 amSamantha – what a creative idea!! Congrats on the wedding and good luck with the giveaway!
Regina says
May 13, 2016 at 9:13 pmLove your site and all your super cute and classy ideas!!
Kim says
May 14, 2016 at 8:38 amRegina – you’re the sweetest. Thank you! :)
Laura mueller says
May 15, 2016 at 7:50 amA first birthday party for my niece!
Kim says
May 16, 2016 at 12:13 pmOh first birthdays are the best! Good luck!
Ashley C says
May 15, 2016 at 9:48 amIt would be perfect for my daughters’ 4th birthday!
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Kim says
May 16, 2016 at 12:13 pmGood luck Ashley!
Rachel Miller says
May 15, 2016 at 11:56 amI would use it towards my son’s 6th birthday party on June 4!!!!
Kim says
May 16, 2016 at 12:14 pmGood luck Rachel! :)
Amy McCoy says
May 15, 2016 at 7:21 pmI would use the money for our annual 4th of July party!!
Kim says
May 16, 2016 at 12:12 pmLove a great 4th of July bash! :)
Carrie @ The Cake Blog says
May 16, 2016 at 11:32 amThis is such a fun concept Kim! Love the balloon clouds and of course, the balloon cake topper!
Kim says
May 16, 2016 at 12:11 pmThanks Carrie! :)
Kristin G says
May 17, 2016 at 8:03 pmI’m actually planning a baby shower right now so it would come in handy for that! I would also love to plan my own birthday party this summer!