REAL PARTIES: Anthropologie Owl Baby Shower {Part 1}
categories: baby shower ideas, decorating ideas, real parties
Blown. Away. Yep… that pretty much sums up how I felt after receiving images of this gorgeous “Anthropologie Owl Baby Shower“. Wow!
From frozen lemonade served in mason jars to owl-shaped paper hand fans to stunning floral arrangements displayed in pretty bottles and vintage vases, this party is overflowing with charm and thoughtful, creative details…

The baby shower was held in honor of Carlie from Gabriel Ryan, and it probably won’t surprise you to learn that there were some very talented people involved in putting it together… including Carlie herself, Jesi from Jesi Haack Weddings, Carissa of JL Designs, and Melody of Sweet and Saucy Shop (wait ’til you see the gorgeous dessert buffet, below!).

There are so many inspiring ideas and beautiful photos (courtesy of Gabriel Ryan) to share that I decided to break this post up into 2 parts.
Here in Part 1, you’ll find lovely images of the flowers, decor, jewelry favors, and dessert buffet… starting with this incredible shot of the table centerpiece that I honestly want to blow-up poster size and put on my wall!

The colorful, translucent vases look so pretty all grouped together like this, and primarily all-white blooms add a soft, delicate vibe without competing with the colors in the vases. Yellow pom pom flowers add and a nice pop of color in just a few key places!


More pretty vases & vintage-inspired decor:


How great is the chair shot, above?! Also pictured above & below, jewelry from Thalken by Hana Lash.

And now, the lovely dessert buffet by Sweet and Saucy…

The presentation & set up of this buffet looks as delicious as the treats! Tissue and paper pom garlands make for such a pretty backdrop…

Treats included: mini candy bar cupcakes, red velvet and carrot cake flavored cake pops, mini fruit “pizzas”, iced sugar cookies decorated with super-cute purple and yellow owl motifs.




YUM! Stay tuned for part 2 – coming later today!
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WOW!!!! I love it. I’m working on a Baby shower where I will be using the same colors. The buffet is PERFECT! As Rachel Zoe would say
Oct 22, 2009 at 10:40 am
“I DIE!” -
Loving that centerpiece, lovely. And and those fans are adorable!
Oct 22, 2009 at 10:47 am -
I love the twig going through the tiered stand that the cupcakes are on! And I love all things OWL! Beautful – can’t wait for part 2!
Oct 22, 2009 at 10:47 am -
so fun – love the owl theme. would love for you to post some recipes on the carrot cake lollipops & mini fruit pizzas. So creative!
Oct 22, 2009 at 10:55 am -
OMG…I want this shower for myself! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!
Kell~
Oct 22, 2009 at 10:56 am -
oh and the eclectic mix of vases is perfect for an outdoor event!
Oct 22, 2009 at 10:57 am -
Yes, I’ve seen this on multiple blogs now and it’s definitely worthy! I love the vintage, eclectic look because it feels so casual, yet you know every detail was thought out.
Oct 22, 2009 at 11:05 am
And I love Owls. Here’s a link to an Owl Baby Announcement: http://tonalitydesigns.com/owl.aspx -
Thanks so much for the post! I absolutely adore your blog!
Oct 22, 2009 at 11:41 am -
yay!!!! what an honor to be featured! thank you for including us and this fabulous event!!! xoxo
Oct 22, 2009 at 11:49 am -
Yay! look amazing. Thanks for being inspired by it as much as we all are!!
Oct 22, 2009 at 12:17 pm -
what an honor!!! thank you so much for featuring our baby shower! i am so happy you loved it as much as we did!!!
Oct 22, 2009 at 12:22 pm -
Loved this on Melody’s blog {especially the cookies & owl stirrers}… so darling!!!
Oct 22, 2009 at 12:40 pm -
Gorgeous!
Oct 22, 2009 at 1:08 pm -
Love this! It looks like a baby shower I would actually want to attend!
Oct 22, 2009 at 1:18 pm -
I can’t take it!! It’s tooooooo much cuteness in one post!!!! LOVED IT!
Oct 22, 2009 at 1:23 pm -
WOW, thank you so much! What an honor to be featured on your blog! IT was a dream team for sure
Oct 22, 2009 at 1:49 pm
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I’ve recently started following your blog and love it! I’ve also noticed that your cupcakes always look perfect-what type of frosting do you use?
Oct 22, 2009 at 6:55 pm -
I love the owl stirrers – where did they get those?
Such a beautiful shower!
Oct 23, 2009 at 12:28 pm -
Well I must throw my hat in the circle as well and say, I really love the vintage vases, especially all clustered together for an eye catching display.
Oct 25, 2009 at 6:05 pm -
Thanks for doing this post! and most importantly for introducing me to the wonderful world of this couple. I have just been pondering over her breath taking pregnancy pictures and tearing up while reading posts from her smitten husband.
Oct 26, 2009 at 5:14 am -
I’m throwing an owl theme baby shower in a few weeks and would love to make those owl stirrers. Do you know how she made them?
Oct 26, 2009 at 9:41 am -
Hi Maryann –
Just heard that Jesi is planning to do a tutorial on how to make the owl stirrers soon. I’ll keep everyone posted just as soon as it’s up!Cheers,
Oct 27, 2009 at 7:14 am
Jenn
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Love the owl stir sticks (too cute) and the carrot cake pops (yummy)!
Oct 27, 2009 at 10:57 am -
WOW!!!! I love it. Those fans are cute.
Oct 29, 2009 at 6:16 am -
The buffet table is gorgeous!
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