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The Makerista

I'm Gwen, a modern traditionalist who isn't afraid of color. Kansas City.

The Makings of a Party: Baby Hanley’s Shower Invitation

My sister-in-law is pregnant with her second child, and I’m honored to help throw her a little shower to celebrate.  The more I think about baby showers, the more I feel that they are really a celebration of the mother more than a celebration of the baby.  I understand that they wouldn’t happen without the existence of a baby, and the gifts are mainly things used on said baby; but the intention to shower, pamper, and celebrate a woman who is going through so much physically and emotionally (I’m saying all of this as someone who has never “loved” being pregnant) seems like the best way to address the event.

Approaching the invite, I hoped to make something really beautiful, using elements I thought Mandi would like.  Mandi has really great taste.  When it comes to her home and interiors, she leans toward a French country look.  She loves blues, neutrals, and a little feminine frill.  But when it comes to her personal style, she tends to go a bit more masculine and edgy.  Even 9 months pregnant, she can be seen every Sunday morning singing at church in a wonderfully structured dress and some killer 6″ heels.  She often wears a few Versace pieces, and they were my inspiration for the Greek key detail.

I melded Mandi’s two styles together by doing the more graphic and masculine Greek key in a soft blue watercolor.  The pattern on the envelope insert is strong and more modern, but in the classic blue and white palette.  
With less than a week until the shower, I’m trying to put together final details and pick up last minute items.  I plan to mix all different shades of blue to make for a bit more modern take on the “baby blue” we are used to seeing.  Mandi collects cobalt blue glassware, so I hope to incorporate that throughout as well.  
This month has just flown by!  September is always really busy for us, but it has felt exceptionally crazy this go around.  I look forward to sharing some of its happenings in a bit more detail in the coming weeks!
So, what is your view on baby showers?  Do you love all of the dirty diaper games and belly measuring (I’ve had quite a few laughs with these), or do you prefer a more personalized and unconventional approach? 


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