Rules of thumb for selecting great baby shower gifts!

As if there weren’t enough details to attend to when throwing a baby shower, a final touch is selecting an appropriate baby shower favor. But it doesn’t have to be a chore with these few simple things to consider and basic rules of thumb to help you choose great welcome party favors for your guests.

First, who’s coming to the shower? Is there a favor that would be perfect for this particular group of guests based on something they all share? Maybe they were all sorority sisters or went to the same school or worked in the same industry? This could be a cute angle to consider when choosing baby shower favors. Recently, a party hostess used the common bond among guests when selecting her party favors: they were all stylists, several of whom currently worked with the mother-to-be and others from her previous salon; the baby shower favors were personalized mint tins which she exclaimed “Our new stylist is coming soon!” with the baby’s name. Everyone loved them and commented on how unique they were.

The age of the guests is another thing to consider. All age groups are usually represented at family parties, so a favor can be chosen with this in mind. However, if at your particular party all the guests will be in one age range, this is another area you can play in your selection of favors for your baby shower. One age range may appreciate something a little more hip and modern than another; all the simple things just to keep in mind when making your choices.

So, with those areas considered, it’s all about selecting your baby shower favors. Three categories that are always appreciated are a great way to approach your selection. Something edible, something wearable, or something personal, and sometimes, if you’re lucky, your favor will fit all of the above!

Something edible, always a successful favor because well, it can be eaten! Who does not enjoy a delicious chocolate treat or a delicious bakery cookie? From the simplest and most traditional favor of Jordanian almonds in a beautiful Italian candy box to a beautifully decorated cookie that matches your party theme or the gender of the baby if known, you’re bound to find something edible that could be the perfect baby shower. favour.

Something Usable: It seems like these days everyone is simplifying and doesn’t want clutter added to their homes, so something that has a purpose rather than a trinket for a shelf or to put in a drawer is often most appreciated. A perfect solution for a special baby shower favor in this category is a beautiful candle. With different scents to choose from, as well as different shapes and sizes, your choice is sure to delight guests as they remember this important day and the little one on the way when they light their candle at home. Other options in this category are things like unique bookmarks, a picture frame, or something that is gaining in popularity is seeded favors that can be planted – what a delightful addition to someone’s garden or in a pretty pot on your windowsill. Something Personal: In these computer times there are so many wonderful customizable baby shower favors available that this is a great area to choose from. You can use a photo of the mom-to-be or, if the baby’s gender and name are known, you can use them on virtually any type of baby shower favor to everyone’s delight. From a beautiful shower date photo frame to the aforementioned mint tins that can be personalized with virtually any image, thought or design you desire, with just a touch of creativity the result is a beautiful personal keepsake.

With these ideas in mind, keeping these categories, and putting in a little thought and creativity, your baby shower favors are sure to be a hit, as is the party itself! Remember to also enjoy hosting as you honor your special friend at this important time in her life. It is these precious moments and the celebrations that accompany them that build the memories we will treasure long into our future.

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