It's #TBT party series time! Rebecca is one of my very best friends since childhood. She got engaged at game 7 of the 2011 World Series- go Cards!! Rebecca and her now husband, Mike, are reaaaally into baseball, so we thought it appropriate to throw an All American Girls Baseball themed bridal shower for her! I planned this party with one of the most creative people I know and a bestie of Rebecca's, Sam Schmiz. We had a tough time finding inspiration for a modern adult girls baseball theme so we stuck with simple colors pink, red, and mint, and gave it a vintage style.
Instead of a guest book, we had everyone sign baseballs! Another fun thing we did was take pictures of each guest in the photo booth, then as the party went on, we secretly made baseball cards for each guest to take home and a copy for Rebecca. We also gave Rebecca coordinating stationery and presented everything in a "baseball memorabilia" box with stat cards from each guest.
Here's the bride-to-be and the baseball themed food table. Hot dogs, nacho bar, popcorn, soft pretzels, and peanuts.
I painted these forks just by taping off sections. (I'll post a polka dot DIY soon.) Napkins by Shop Sweet Lulu- our fav party supplies site!
Cracker Jack Treats... oooommmmggg you guys. Recipe HERE just sprinkle fleur de sel on top.
We thought it would be fun to put the toppings into those little plastic baseball hats you get at the game for ice cream (AKA one of the only reasons I attend baseball games).
This was so fun- instead of playing a game we had the guests fill out these "stat cards". Each square had a number involved in it to fit the baseball theme, like 7 is the number of___, on their 10 anniversary___, etc. We gave Rebecca the stat cards for her memorabilia box. PURCHASE HERE
How cute are these pennant invites Sam designed?
Sam used her Cricut to make the bunting banners, confetti, and this photo booth backdrop. Anyone have the new Cricut Explore? Dying for one!!
Anyone throwing a baseball themed shower? We'd love to see what you come up with!
-L
Hi! I just found your blog and I love it! I have a question...I love your stat cards- did you make them yourselves or have them professionally done?
ReplyDeleteI meant to say- I'm throwing a shower for a good friend and she loves baseball too! I would SO appreciate any resources you might be willing to share.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your sweet words, Alissa! The girl who I threw the shower with made the stat cards, but I'll see if she can send you the exact wording so that you can replicate these- email us, so we can send the info to you. There are a few links in the blog post- recipe for cracker jack treats, and some sourcing for serve ware, etc. Please let us know if you have any other questions!
DeleteSuch a pretty girl you are. The food looks lovely and vibrant.
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My good friend is getting married and I am also throwing a baseball themed bridal shower. Is there any way that I can get the stat card wording? I have been looking online for baseball themed bridal shower ideas and this is by far the best resource I have found. Thank you so much for sharing your great ideas!
ReplyDeleteHi Lori! You're so sweet to say that! We actually sell them custom in our Etsy shop- you'll tell us significant numbers, and we'll design them for you. Then we send you a pdf so you can print yourself. If you're interested of course! If you're doing it yourself, we just took numbers and had people fill in the blank. For instance "7 is their new address and also the number of _____ they'll own." Please let us know if you'd like us to design them for you, and we can put them back in the Etsy shop for you! xo
DeleteSuperb!! My bridal shower was hosted recently and I totally enjoyed the day. Now waiting for my wedding day. You know we will have a grand party at domestic indoor vintage themed wedding venues Los Angeles. So excited!
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