I was ecstatic when given the opportunity to make custom decorations for a baby shower. A few projects have been in mind but never a reason to make them. I despise being wasteful with my time and money, so I refused to make something "just because".
Artistic freedom and a dress for inspiration, were given to me, what a crafter's dream! The colors of the dress inspired me to make decorations in the yellow, peach, light purple, white and pink…ultimately, the theme turned into pink and pearls, kind of Shabby Sheek, a look both the home owner and I liked.
Unfortunately, with a new roof installation starting tomorrow, my budget was extremely limited. Cute and inexpensive? Challenge accepted!
First order of business was to make table centerpieces for 3 tables. I decided to go with recycled painted jars, a beautiful diaper cake and a small pink/pearl flower arrangement.
Painted Jars
Items used:
- Recycled jars
- Oops paint
Painted canning jars are all the rage in Shabby Sheek decor…but again why buy jars when recycled jars are just as impactful? I reached into my OOPS paint collection and found a light pink and a light yellowish peach. Perfect! Again, at 50 cents per color an OOPS paint collection is an absolute MUST for a crafter. Check out your hardware store on a regular basis for OOPS paint. For this project you simply POUR and SWIRL. That's it!
Pour
Swirl
Let Dry
I used 100% latex paint for this project. You CAN dilute the paint with water, but you may need several applications for full coverage. The paint will take several days to dry if you are letting it air dry.
Pink and Pearl Flower Arrangement
This was my favorite table decor of the whole bunch, but -beware- it is very time consuming. 
Items Used:
- Small styrofoam ball
- Card stock
- Paper punch in 2 flower sizes
- Pearl tipped short pins
First, have a paper punching party. My 3 and 6 year old had a blast punching away, and my 9 year old was quality control. Unfortunately, I had to fire my young ones to get "complete" flowers. It was bedtime anyway!
Next, grab your weapon of choice…I used pearl tipped SHORT pins because I was using a small styrofoam ball. The longer ones would be more appropriate for larger projects but keep in mind that they are also more expensive.
Grab a large and small paper cutout and stick it on the styrofoam ball. I bent the flowers to give them a pretty shape. Start with a line, then work your way around.
Diaper Cake
Unfortunately, I did not get pictures of the diaper cake making process. A fellow MOPS leader and I made it on an overcast day. I promise to take pictures step by step next time!
The diaper cake and materials were donated by the . This is a new organization offered to Midland area Mothers of Preschoolers. It has been such a blessing to my daughter and I since we have moved to the area. We meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday from 0900-1100. Please visit the for more information…and I will be doing a special post on this group of beautiful and supportive women soon.
Pink and Pearl Banner
Next order of business was to make a banner. To continue the theme, the same card stock from the pink and pearl flowers were used, as well as the same pearls from the diaper cake. Simply cut the paper , glue the pearls (draw the letters first) then add ribbon to hang. Very simple, yet so much better than store bought. I'll take handmade with love ANY DAY!
Finally, what are those mismatched things on sticks?
Paper Button Flowers
This was my oldest daughter's favorite decoration because she got to help a lot during the process.
Items used:
- Card Stock in various colors
- Buttons
- Flower Petal Punch
- Hot glue gun
- Sticks
Gather the card stock paper and have another paper punching party.
Have fun gluing the smaller petal on to the larger petal in different combinations. I think we had every combination possible! Next, grab a button and glue the petals on!
Once it was dry enough, I grabbed some sticks from my back yard to use as the stems for the flowers. Very natural/rustic look don't you think?
That's it! Simple and on a budget while hopefully not looking like on a budget.
A HUGE thank you to Stephanie for allowing me to be a part of this. I think EVERY child is a blessing and should be celebrated.
Aww this is such a cute baby shower!
ReplyDeleteHow sweet! This is such a cute and simple theme. Love DIY showers.
ReplyDeleteThis is adoable! I love pearls and they couldn't be any more perfect for a baby girl's baby shower! I actually made those flower balls for my wedding decor with the same pearl stick pins! :D
ReplyDeleteOh, I bet your wedding decor was beautiful! The flower balls are by far my favorite project. It is time consuming but very worth the effort. =)
ReplyDeleteThank you Christine. I love DIY showers too. If only I had more pregnant friends to decorate for =)
ReplyDeleteThank you Ashley, it was so much fun too.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness. so adorable. I love the paper flowers in the painted jars the most!
ReplyDeleteYou put so much thought into everything! It looks great!
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful! I love the idea of pearls for a shower. And that diaper cake is awesome! Thank you for sharing...I invite you to please come share this and link up with me, starting tomorrow at 6p! Others will love this! http://www.wrightsimply.com/search/label/Linky
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful week! xx Ashleigh @SimplyWright
How sweet and so creative!
ReplyDeleteThank you Kristen =) That was my daughter's fave project because she helped me with it. Each kid wanted to take one to their teacher at school. I couldn't resist so I let them.
ReplyDeleteThank you Heather =)
ReplyDeleteHey there! I'm a Michigan girl too. Wanted to introduce myself and say hi! PS - Super cute ideas. Looks like you put a lot of hard work into creating everything.
ReplyDeleteLove this theme. So girlie
ReplyDeleteGreat job you put great effort into this but what if it was a boy?? Lol
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