I wasn't planning on posting a baby shower theme today, but when I discovered the work of Melody Brandon via her blog My Sweet & Saucy I became mesmerized by her fabulous cake artistry. This owl themed baby shower cake really caught my eye. I thought you might all enjoy it as well.
Have you ever seen a cuter owl? Melody created this by pulling inspiration from an invitation given to her by her client.
The brown and white polka dots really add a lot to the overall owl themed decor. Also- the simple addition of a few runners of green and white polka dot fabric pull the theme together brilliantly. I Love the green and brown color scheme.
A closer look at some of the owl themed baby shower decor. These little brown owls perched in trees are the cutest table centerpieces! The decor actually reminds me of some of the elements I used in this Baby in Bloom Baby Shower.
Here is one last look at the owl cake that caught my eye! Gorgeous, right?
Owl Themed Baby Shower Food Ideas
We focused on the cake here, but you might need more ideas for what food to serve at the shower. Here are a few ideas:
- You can make an owl themed veggie tray! Check out this brilliant idea.
- You can make chocolate dipped pretzels and use colored chocolate melts that match your party's colors.
- You can make small sandwiches in owl shapes using owl shaped cookie cutters
- You can order owl cookies from a local baker
- Cupcakes with paper owl cupcake toppers
Owl Themed Decor Ideas
I love all the details shown above–especially the little owls in the trees! Here are a few more decor ideas if you're planning an owl themed shower.
- Tie small nests to the chair backs using ribbon to match the party theme! You can also do this to every other chair to save on costs. It will still make a big impact.
- Use greenery throughout the space to pull off that nature feel. You can pick up houseplants at your local nursery or even just relocate some from around your home or event space.
- Use a tree stumps or other wood elements (like these round wooden placemats) for cake stands and on your food table
- Tie a single brown feather to your linen napkins at each place setting.
*Sweet & Saucy Shop is located in Long Beach, CA––check their amazing work!
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Blanca says
Love the colors, and simple but beautifully elegant!
Julia says
I am so glad I saw this today. I'm working on a cake for this weekend and was feeling pressure to put a cake topper on it. Your cake is just beautiful and it's a great example of how less is more. Thank you for being a great example!
tricia says
Was this cake covered in fondant or buttercream only? so cute!
Susan Crosby says
Poeple are wondering where to get this owl. I looked forever because I made a similar tree for an owl-themed baby shower. Believe it or not on Zazzle, you can even get owl postage stamps to mail your invites! Anyway I found these owls online at Gardeners Supply Company . They are made in the Phiillipines and are inexpensive. Also found one on Ebay, but more $$.
marianne vennitti says
can you tell me where the napkins came from with Paxton printed on them. Also I love the owl on the tree. Do you remember where you got that. My daughter is going to love her shower that you created.
Thanks Marianne
Sandra says
An Owl themed baby Shower is sooo cute!
I love the colors and the cake is wonderful.
gym mom says
This is exactly what I've been searching for. We are having a baby shower for my business partner. Since it will be in Oct. I want to do the baby owl theme, but I was wondering what would go with it for decoration. The polka dots are perfect! Everything is this party is so adorable, from the cake to the little tree branch with the mini owl. I plan to take this idea and make it my own--thanks so much for the inspiration--everyone is going to be so amazed.
Grady says
I love the centerpieces used in this party. That owl is so cute. Do you know where I can get it?? Thanks...
Parminder says
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Your Hostess says
Hi Lauren! Browse this polka dot section of platesandnapkins.com-- they have so many great styles! http://www.platesandnapkins.com/pan/party-supplies-by-pattern/polka-dot-party-supplies.html?p=1
Lauren says
Love the brown and green dot combo - where did you find the large green dot paper plates?
Summer Paxton says
Hi Tori,
I am very flattered that there was a post about my baby shower. However, this post is a little misleading and seems to imply that Melody was the one who designed and created the entire event.
Melody did an AMAZING job on the cake I had her design for the shower,But that is all that she contributed. I would appreciate the credit for using the photos that I took of my design.
Much Thanks,
Summer Paxton
Second Look Interiors
Melody Brandon says
Thanks so much for the sweet post...so glad you liked the cake!
Dennis says
This is a very cute cake and the entire theme is so well done. I also like that it gets the baby shower color scheme out of more typical pinks/blues/yellows and gives it a very modern edge.
Kim says
OMG! I am in love! That cake is fantastic, love all the other details too! Thanks for sharing!
Kim @ http://frostmeblog.blogspot.com
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