Your Guide to Throwing an Epic Fall Baby Shower

Summer may be wrapping up, but that does not mean that the fun has to be ending. With fall right around the corner, you can continue having just as much fun in fall as you had during the summer months. Especially when it comes to anything that is pregnancy-related. If you are expecting a baby and are planning on having a fall baby shower, then you have come to the right place. Here is everything you need to know about pulling off a fabulous fall baby shower.

One of the great things about having a fall baby shower is the fact that your venue options are not limited to just the indoors. If you are in an area where the start of fall is typically seasonal and cool, then you may want to consider hosting your fall baby shower outdoors. One of the main reasons why you will want your fall baby shower outdoors is because of all the beautiful scenery available. With the changing colors and the autumn leaves, fall can be the perfect backdrop for any baby shower.

When it comes to throwing a fall baby shower, you will want to pick the right color scheme. For your fall baby shower, the color schemes that you want to stick with are nice dark, earthy tones. Some great color schemes that we recommend are navy greens, light greens, dark brown, and deep reds. If you are looking for a little bit of a lighter color palette, then you can get away with sticking to some pastels. Some pastel colors that would work for a fall baby shower include light yellow and salmon. If you pick the right color scheme for your fall baby shower, you are more likely to pull off a beautiful shower with the theme of fall.

Nothing says "hello fall," better than a plump orange pumpkin. If you are planning a fall baby shower, then it is a must that you include pumpkins.  Be sure to have plenty of pumpkins on hand so that you can decorate a beautiful pumpkin backdrop so that your photos look flawless. You can also scatter pumpkins around as centerpieces, or table ornaments. For an added dose of cuteness, use this trick. Incorporate little signs alongside the pumpkins that spell out the phrase "welcome little pumpkin."

Speaking of your little pumpkin, one of the best treats to have in your fall baby shower are baby pumpkin cookies. The good news is, if you don't like the pumpkin flavor, you do not have to use pumpkin in your recipe at all. Instead, choose a nice orange frosting to glaze your little pumpkin cookies in. On the top of each cookie decorate your cookie with the phrase welcome little pumpkin. For an added little touch of cuteness, attach an edible bow to the stem of your pumpkin cookie.

Cake pops are the perfect commodity to have at any party including baby showers. If you plan on having cake pops at your fall baby shower, then there are plenty of ways you can have fun with this. You can create little pumpkin cake pops that says welcome little pumpkin right on them. You can even create little pumpkin baby faces on your orange cake pops. Remember to pick the right color scheme when you are making or ordering your cake pops. Some great color schemes that we like include orange frosting with clear or white glitter sprinkled on top. No matter what, stick with the theme, and you are sure to have cake pops that will add magic to any fall baby shower. Click here to learn how to make your own cake pops.

Continue the theme of welcoming your little pumpkin with a beautiful little pumpkin banner. You can purchase a little pumpkin banner at retailers like Party City or Michaels. However, we suggest making your own little pumpkin banner.  All you need is some lace, some burlap, and some large print letters. Simply cut squares of burlap and attach a piece of lace in the middle of the burlap. Then attach the letter you need to spell out "Little Pumpkin." String each lettered burlap square together, and you have got yourself an adorable banner for your fall baby shower.

If you are not a lover of pumpkins but want to stick around a fall theme for your fall baby shower, then you want to go with one of the most favorite fall animals: a fox. A fox theme is perfect for any fall baby shower. This is because they match the color scheme so well. Check out your local party store to get your hands on everything foxed theme. From fox plates to fox napkins, you are sure to have an absolutely adorable fall baby shower when you stick with this theme. A great way to incorporate this fox theme is by incorporating them out on your baby shower invites, and baby shower thank you cards. Visit Vista Print to get your shower invites done.

Another theme you can follow throughout with your fall baby shower is a rustic farm theme. Anything farm or country will work well with a fall baby shower. This is because the foundation is the same in both themes: The Earth. 

Get your hands on some wooden crates and some red checkered tablecloths. Stock your wooden crates with yummy treats like apples and maple donuts for your guests to enjoy. For any party favors or baby shower prizes and gifts that you have to give away, use twine to the fullest. Twine is an adorable embellishment to incorporate in your fall baby shower that will make your shower look so elegant and rustic.

When it comes to your fall baby shower, you will want to dress the part.  If you want to wear a dress, then opt for colors that revolve around fall. This means that you will want to stick to your darker hues like maroon, brown, and navy. Stay away from light summer colors like your pastels. And definitely do not wear colors that pop like hot pink or a canary yellow. If you are brave enough to have some fun with your fall baby shower, then consider dressing up. Some fun outfits to dress up include a lumberjack outfit or overalls.

There is simply no better time to have a baby shower than the fall. When you have a fall baby shower the weather is tamer, the trees are a lot more vibrant, and the air is just crisper. If you are planning a fall baby shower, then use some of these tips and tricks to make your fall baby shower one for the books.

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