Baby Bonanza

There are phases of life that sort of sneak up on you. Like when you realize all your friends are married. Or when they all begin having babies. Hyperbole of course - but it seems like someone I know and love is announcing a pregnancy or giving birth every other day. What does this mean? Baby showers! When we throw a baby shower, it's no joke. There's food, yard games, birth date betting pools, all-out decorating, a bar (with non-alcoholic options included, of course).

Friends Mandi and Andy Staker are expecting a sweet baby girl next month, so Ali Post (also a soon-to-be mother) offered up her place for the celebration. The girls (and a few guys) put on their crafty pants and headed over to make sure the space was special before the shower. 

Here are some of my favorite things:

 We split up tasks - I got flowers. Some baby's breath, mini carnations and other flora sitting in mason jars accented with jute. So simple and cute! Set on a butcher paper runner over brightly colored table clothes - rustic chic for sure. 

I was also charged with putting something together for the future baby Ella. We wanted all her friends and family (framily!) to leave her messages. Card stock with blossoms and butterflies to match the nursery decor, filled out with brightly colored sharpies and stored in a photo box. 

Check out this really impressive diaper cake Ali made. And that spread of presents...

Teamwork isn't always glamorous. Dave and I are hanging the last of the re-purposed paper flowers from Molly's wedding. Those decorations have had a good, good life.

Overall, it was a success. The BBQ was great, the company even better. Ali, Molly, Emily and Julie, I'll be part of your power shower team anytime!

     Thanks for hosting Ali!                                                   Can't wait for Ella's arrival Stakers!