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My Favourite Baby Shower (Sweet Ideas for a Blue-Themed Celebration)

February 18, 20261 min read

Hey Hosting Queen,

It’s a boy!! 🥳💙
Baby showers have their own special kind of magic. There’s something about the tiny socks, the sweet gifts, and the excited anticipation that creates a joy-filled atmosphere before the little one even arrives.

It reminds me of a baby shower I had the honour of hosting for a dear friend. She already knew she was having a boy, so I leaned fully into the blue theme — blue balloons, blue streamers, and even… blue food!

We played several games that the dads loved just as much as the moms. And for prizes, I baked my signature monster cookies, wrapped them in pretty blue bags, and handed them out to the winners. (Let’s just say the dads were highly motivated to win those!)

I kept the party to about two hours — long enough to celebrate, short enough that no one got bored and mama didn’t get exhausted. We alternated between games and gift opening to keep the flow lively and fun.

To finish the afternoon, I served:

  • Blueberry punch

  • Mini sandwiches

  • Tiny fruit skewers

  • Baby blueberry–lemon polka dot cupcakes

Making everything miniature — and blue — was so much fun.

Everyone had the loveliest time. I handled the cleanup afterward so mama could head home, rest, and soak in the excitement. She felt so honoured and cared for, which made the whole celebration feel even sweeter.

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Less Stress, More Magic ~ Always

With Love,

Krista

Krista is a certified event planner, theme-party enthusiast, and the heart behind Made With Love Gatherings. With over 20 years of experience creating meaningful moments, she helps women host beautiful, stress-free gatherings that reflect their style and story. When she’s not planning parties, you’ll find her journaling by the fire, paddleboarding with her kids, or dreaming up the next themed celebration.

Krista R | Made With Love Gatherings

Krista is a certified event planner, theme-party enthusiast, and the heart behind Made With Love Gatherings. With over 20 years of experience creating meaningful moments, she helps women host beautiful, stress-free gatherings that reflect their style and story. When she’s not planning parties, you’ll find her journaling by the fire, paddleboarding with her kids, or dreaming up the next themed celebration.

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