4.05.2009

Amy's "Circus" Baby Shower

Last Saturday we had Amy's baby shower. In June Amy is having twin boys, Parker and Chase. I've been planning the shower for weeks. My original theme for her baby shower was "Two Peas in a Pod." I was going to serve cucumber sandwiches, chicken salad sandwiches, fruit, cupcakes, etc... Then I started thinking, "Wait, hasn't that been done a million times and I always leave baby showers ready for a nap." I decided to do something completely different and more "Amy-ish." So, the theme for Amy's shower was "Big Top Circus." It was the perfect theme for Amy because she loves circus food. :)

I spent lots of time brainstorming ideas and making decorations. I found some cute ideas online and TV.

The Front Door







Amy Arrived, Early! The Hostesses with Amy



The Guests Arrive




Greeting Guests at the Door. I wish I had my shoes on in the pic b/c they were cute. I'm wearing the CUTE headband my friend, Melissa, gave me in the "Pink Swap."




Dinner is Served

Circus Food~ Mini Corn Dogs, Fries, Veggie Skewers, Chicken Tenders
Lots of Dipping Sauces





French Fry Cone




We also had a "Make Your Own Hot Dog" bar.

Remember this is not a typical baby shower.




It was a nice evening, we dined outside.
Is "dined" really the right word when you're having a hot dawg?


Centerpiece~ I love the way they turned out










After dinner I passed out little cards and had each guest write a separate note to
Amy and Joe with advice, tips, or well wishes. I really like Joe, Amy's husband, and wanted him to be included. I'll be doing something cute with those later. I'll keep y'all posted. :)




Nicole won the game "Mommy's Secrets." It's a game Maria and I made up for another baby shower we hosted together. It's much more entertaining than a typical shower game.


Amy opened her gifts







After gifts, we had dessert











Amy picked the elephant cupcake b/c she's a republican and she went the the Roll Tide school... University of Alabama. It's more fun to call it the Roll Tide School.





Party Favors~ Each guest left with a bag of Fresh Cotton Candy that I made myself. Just Kidding... I didn't make it. Have you ever tried to make cotton candy? In college, my sorority/social club (private school) rented a cotton candy machine for a rush. It's a mess!



Maria's son, Austin.
We were playing around as we were cleaning up. I love this pic!
Posted at

41 comments:

  1. KLCApril 5, 2009 at 10:06 PM

    What a fabulous party theme!!! Looks like everyone had a great time!

    ReplyDelete
  2. BLC :oApril 5, 2009 at 10:13 PM

    What a FUN baby shower!??? And, loving the headband! Xoxo-BLC

    ReplyDelete
  3. SaraApril 5, 2009 at 10:16 PM

    This is a very cute idea! I know lots of women this would work for. I might just have to borrow it the next time I host! Too cute!

    ReplyDelete
  4. SandraApril 5, 2009 at 10:25 PM

    This is the cutest ever!! So bright and colorful and the food is fab!! The mommy-to-be is glowing with happiness! You did a wonderful job!!

    ReplyDelete
  5. AGApril 5, 2009 at 10:26 PM

    Everything is adorable. I love the bright colors and cuteness of it all!

    ReplyDelete
  6. Amy CApril 5, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    Thank you, thank you , THANK YOU!!! It was AWESOME!!!! I had so much fun and everyone keeps talking about how talented and creative you are!!! I agree :-)

    ReplyDelete
  7. In This Wonderful LifeApril 6, 2009 at 12:04 AM

    Cutest shower EVER!!!! I loved all the goodies!!

    ReplyDelete
  8. Danielle Moss April 6, 2009 at 12:54 AM

    Really cute! Such an adorable shower!

    I was hoping I'd get to see a pic of the finished invites (I guess you'd have to tape something over her last name and address?).

    You did a fantastic job!

    ReplyDelete
  9. Purple FlowersApril 6, 2009 at 1:23 AM

    That is a very creative party! You should be applauded for that.
    And I love the picture of Austin in between the balloons - very cute in a frame for his parents!

    ReplyDelete
  10. AbbiApril 6, 2009 at 6:54 AM

    what an awesome theme!! you did such a great job on all the decor! your sooooo creative!!!
    you look cute as always!!!

    ReplyDelete
  11. AnonymousApril 6, 2009 at 7:42 AM

    You did a fantastic job! Wow, what a party!! Love it.

    ReplyDelete
  12. JohnApril 6, 2009 at 8:26 AM

    Okay, I'll bite... tell me about the "Mommy's Secrets" game.

    ReplyDelete
  13. yours truly...April 6, 2009 at 10:05 AM

    Oh my goodness Jill! This theme is so incredibly fantastic. I LOVE IT!! The decorations, the food....unbelievable!! You are too awesome!!

    ReplyDelete
  14. Brenden's MommyApril 6, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    What a super cute theme! So colorful and fun... Great job!

    ReplyDelete
  15. GracieApril 6, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    LOVE-ing this idea!
    Where did you find all the suckers - it seems like it's hard to find so many all in one place that aren't broken!

    ReplyDelete
  16. JenjiApril 6, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    What a AWESOME shower! You are very creative.:)

    ReplyDelete
  17. s. pearce feldmanApril 6, 2009 at 12:02 PM

    you did such a wonderful job! it looks like you all had so much fun - i'm keeping this idea in my back pocket, hoping i get to use it someday soon!

    ReplyDelete
  18. AnonymousApril 6, 2009 at 12:03 PM

    You are an incredibly talented hostess. I love the theme, the directions, the menu, everything! I'm sure it meant a lot to your friend.

    I love the names she and her husband selected for their boys :)

    ReplyDelete
  19. AliyaApril 6, 2009 at 2:27 PM

    What a CUTE and creative idea!! Way to think outside the box... I love it!

    ReplyDelete
  20. midnight macaroonsApril 6, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    You did an awesome job!!! I love the cute cupcakes. And the cotton candy was perfect for party favors. Everything looked amazing. Your friend looks really nice. I wish her best wishes for her two baby boys. I'm sure they are going to be adorable. Bravo...

    Did you play Britney's new Circus cd? ~hee, hee...

    ReplyDelete
  21. Well I Do DeclareApril 6, 2009 at 2:37 PM

    TOO freakin cute!!! You did an amazing job and the food looked so festive!

    ReplyDelete
  22. Sweet SimplicityApril 6, 2009 at 2:45 PM

    CUTE BABY SHOWER!! That is such a fun theme. I love cotton candy.

    ReplyDelete
  23. In With the LightApril 6, 2009 at 2:45 PM

    what a great creative idea! love all the favors, food and decorations! i am taking tips for the next time i throw a shower for someone. :)

    ReplyDelete
  24. Legal PreppyApril 6, 2009 at 5:23 PM

    oh goodness that is just the cutest!

    ReplyDelete
  25. theluckiestmrsApril 6, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    Jill,
    This is so cute! I love the whole theme...and the mini corndogs, french fries, etc looked so adorable & yummy!

    ReplyDelete
  26. KristieApril 6, 2009 at 7:53 PM

    I am totally going to use this theme soon! It was absolutely adorable!

    ReplyDelete
  27. That Pink GirlApril 6, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    So cute and so creative. You did a great job - how fun!

    ReplyDelete
  28. NatalieApril 6, 2009 at 8:04 PM

    This is absolutely ADORABLE!!! I LOVE themed parties!!!

    You did a great job!! I love the cotton candy party favors!!

    ReplyDelete
  29. Treasure AnnApril 6, 2009 at 9:56 PM

    Looks like you all had a great time. I pray that Amy will have a successful and healthy labor and children. You did a great job with the decorations and I mean it really looks like you put a lot of work into it. Fantastic job. Amy looked like she had a great time. I know she appreciated what you did. "Fun Times last forever, but the memories are a lifetime."

    ReplyDelete
  30. janaApril 7, 2009 at 9:41 AM

    That is quite possibly the cutest baby shower ever!! You should open your own party planning business - I love your ideas.

    ReplyDelete
  31. Woman InterruptedApril 7, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    Are you sure you don't throw parties for a living? Your decorations and execution did not dissapoint! Now I have to see the nursery that goes along with the circus theme...please share if you can.

    ReplyDelete
  32. AmyApril 7, 2009 at 4:11 PM

    What a great idea! - too bad Britney couldn't have made an appearance to sing her circus song, ha ha.

    ReplyDelete
  33. JulesApril 7, 2009 at 9:23 PM

    Kudos to you, Jill! You and your friends did a fantastic job on the shower. I love the theme, the food you had, centerpieces, favors...everything. The veggie skewers are such a cute idea and the cupcakes look like they were delicious.

    I really like the dress you wore too!

    ReplyDelete
  34. 3 PeanutsApril 7, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    Really cute shower! Where did you get shoe daring cupcakes?

    ReplyDelete
  35. JanetApril 8, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    The theme is so different and so fun - just perfect for twins. I love the effect of the bright colors. You did an amazing job. Even the weather was perfect.
    Love, Mom

    ReplyDelete
  36. melissaApril 8, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    Such a cute baby shower theme. Love all the decorations.
    The headband looks darling on you too ... of course you are so gorgeous regardless! :)

    xo
    melissa

    ReplyDelete
  37. DaniellaApril 8, 2009 at 11:57 AM

    What a fabulous idea for a shower - you are so clever :) What a difference than the typical shower.

    ReplyDelete
  38. UnknownApril 8, 2009 at 4:04 PM

    OMG so CUTE!!!

    ReplyDelete
  39. KateApril 8, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    Wow, what a fun theme! Everything looks so cute

    ReplyDelete
  40. AnonymousApril 11, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    That is the funnest theme!! Looks like it turned out really cute.

    ReplyDelete
  41. UnknownFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Wow, this is sooooo cute! My girlfriend wants the same theme and you have given me AMAZING decorating ideas!! Did you perchance have circus themed games as well? Because I'm trying to come up with great ones!

    ReplyDelete