Gina's Baby Shower for Joie.

Baby Shower's...we've all likely been to dozen's. Here are some

 highlights from the shower I did for my dear friend Gina...

When planning a shower, or any type of party....remember this, if you remember NOTHING else.

Plan the party FOR YOUR GUEST OF HONOR.

For example, when speaking of baby shower's, if you mom-to-be is a chic, stylish, mom on the go...do not pick pastel baby blocks to be your party theme, etc. You get the idea.

For Gina...business owner, lieutenant wife, classy mom of one...this point get's illustrated perfectly.

I chose a Friday night, chocolate fondue party. This screamed GINA and isn't that who and what we were celebrating. These days, stepping out of the box, is welcomed. Plan your party for your guest. Little touches, just for them!

First of all meet Gina...

yes she's sitting criss-cross legged, opening her presents while 8 months prego.

Good thing she's so nice...

Here are some party details:

Shower colors: red, aqua, black and white (colors of Joie's Nursery)

THE CAKE

I ordered a plain cake for $16 at Costco. Took a black and white photo to the bakery at Bel Air and for just $4 they created an edible transfer. I was able to add this to my cake at home, along with some ribbon. We have a personalized cake of Mom and Big sis Ella kissing her soon to be baby sissy for $20...and it feeds 48! (oh and the box it comes in, turned upside down and covered with cloth napkins, becomes the perfect stand to show off your creation.)

THE FAVORS

I took Oreos (conveniently red filled from Christmas time) and dipped them in white chocolate, sprinkle candy, and topped with aqua hand made chocolates in adorable little baby shapes. Placed in little baggies with coordinating ribbon, and a clear plastic pacifier...about .25 cents per favor.

THE DIAPER CAKE.

A diaper cake is instantly for the modern mama, when done up with red satin, and a combo of black and white ribbons, topped in an adorable modern diapered baby cake topper.

THE TABLE.

Red Roses, specialty drinks with ice cubes that had frozen raspberries inside, and Chocolate Fondue Fountain with all kinds of fruits, pretzels, and desserts perfect for dipping, all surrounded our diaper cake...set on a bar height table, it was the perfect area for hanging around and chatting....and dipping.

a wonderful evening to celebrate Gina, Ella, and Joie (and o.k. dad/hubby and crime fighting superhero Tod).....

Meet Joie...

Happy Baby Shower Days to all of you.....xo.