Let's Plan A Party: Little Cutie Baby Shower Party Inspiration

Whether you’re planning for yourself or a loved one, planning a baby shower for a new family addition is a momentous and special occasion. If you’re looking for a unique (and adorable) theme to help set the tone for the celebration, you can’t go wrong with a “Little Cutie” baby shower theme.

While this citrusy and sweet theme is particularly suited for a spring or summer celebration, the options are endless for customizing it to suit your (or the expecting parents’) style with vibrant decorations, treats, and activities. Today we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite products, tips, and inspiration to help jumpstart your “Little Cutie” baby shower plans.

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Set the Scene with On-Theme Invitations

Start by setting the tone with beautifully designed invitations. Look for invitations that feature bright oranges, green leaves, or thematic typography. A few of our favorite phrases that you could incorporate include: “A Little Cutie is on the Way!” or “Join us to celebrate [Name of Expectant Parent(s)] and their little cutie!”

Ensuring your invites feature fun details like orange blossoms, illustrated oranges, a sunny color palette, or playful fonts will set the tone for the “cutest” celebration to come. If you are looking for invitation inspiration, start by browsing our selection of customizable online baby shower invites here.

Cheery Clementine-Inspired Decorations

When considering your Little Cutie baby shower decorations, embrace the vibrant colors of summer. Use a mix of orange, yellow, and green to create a cheerful and cohesive ambiance. Here are some accessible and affordable decoration ideas to get you started:

Balloon Arch: Create a stunning balloon arch in shades of orange, yellow, and white. Add some green leaves or orange-shaped balloons for extra flair.

Table Settings: Use fresh oranges or citrus-colored florals in glass vases or bowls as centerpieces. Incorporate your color scheme in subtle yet elegant ways with napkins, tablecloths, glassware, and dishware.

Additional Decor: Hang a banner that incorporates thematic verbiage (“Welcome, little cutie!”) or clementine illustrations. This DIY garland is particularly nice as you can re-use it to hang Polaroids as a memento or keepsake after the event.

Citrus and Summer-Inspired Food and Drink

A “Little Cutie” theme wouldn’t be complete without delicious citrus-inspired treats for your guests to indulge in while they help celebrate your new family addition. Consider these thematic options:

Orange Cupcakes: Top vanilla or orange-flavored cupcakes with orange frosting and cute little cake toppers. This would work for a full-size cake as well if you prefer to do a little more adornment on top or simply prefer that to cupcakes.

Fruit Platter: Arrange a colorful fruit platter featuring oranges, mandarins, strawberries, and kiwis.

Citrus Punch: Serving punch is a great party hack as you can easily prep ahead of time. This recipe for a refreshing citrus punch made with orange juice and lemonade could also be served as an adult beverage by swapping champagne for lemon-lime soda or by adding vodka.

Fun and Festive Baby Shower Activities

Whether you’re hosting a more low-key baby shower brunch or a full-day soiree, having some accessible activities is a good way to encourage mingling and take some of the pressure off of entertaining. For even more ideas you can check out our blog roundup here, but here are a few to get you started.

Onesie Decorating: Set up a onesie decorating station with fabric markers, stencils, and orange-themed designs.

Guess the Number: Fill a jar with orange-shaped or colored candies and have guests guess how many are inside. Be sure to have a prize (even something small will do) for the winner!

Photo Booth: Create a photo booth with a cute backdrop or props. You can DIY a photo booth at home, or you can choose a venue that comes equipped with one already.

Baby Shower Party Favors

While certainly not required, if you like the idea of sending your guests home with a memento from the day, here are some sweet ideas to keep them on theme. These are also easily arranged on a table ahead of time for guests to take as they leave.

Plant Your Own Seed Favors: Give guests plantable favor cards or seed packets that they can plant at home.

Citrus-Scented Candles: Provide small candles with a delightful orange scent, wrapped in cute packaging with a “Thank You, Little Cutie” tag.

Orange Treat Bags: Fill treat bags with orange-flavored candies, chocolates, and little cutie oranges.

Host A Memorable “Little Cutie” Baby Shower with These Ideas

A “Little Cutie” baby shower is a delightful way to celebrate the upcoming arrival of a sweet new family addition. With vibrant decorations, delicious citrus treats, and fun activities, this theme will create a memorable and joyful experience for everyone involved. Embrace the cheerful colors and playful elements to make this special day truly unforgettable. Find even more party and invitation inspiration over on our Instagram, and happy planning!

Let’s Plan A Party: Little Cutie Baby Shower Party Inspiration