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Feeling the L-O-V-E after a special celebration this weekend for our baby boy, arriving in twelve short weeks from now.
Kevin and I celebrated with a big group of friends (girls and guys!) in our home to welcome our new addition coming this winter. We had so much fun — and came away feeling that much more love and excitement as we prepare for baby.
I selected these darling blue baby shower invitations from Minted, as well as coordinating gift tags to send guests home with a little treat. On the food menu I prepared was a Grains Salad with Arugula, Basil, Citrus Cranberries, Pistachios and Fresh Lemon… Honey Ham, Provolone, and Arugula sandwiches… Fresh Raspberry Lemonade with Assorted Fruits (and spirits!) to spike beverages. Kevin had a solid beer selection covered, of course. I also recruited Paramount Events bring in a large charcuterie tray with specialty meats and cheeses, as well as a colorful vegetable display. For those of you who are local to Chicago (or NYC): I recommend Jayson Home for a great selection of fresh florals available in store.
We’re so thankful for our friends, near and far, who’ve shared in our joy — and also to our parents, who are generously both hosting more celebrations in our hometowns in the coming weeks.
Now, on to the third (and final) trimester!
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Featured Items…
LEOPARD DRESS (Banana Republic)
INVITATIONS AND GIFT TAGS (Minted)
BEVERAGE DISPENSER (CB2)
3-TIERED SERVER (Williams-Sonoma)
SHOT GLASSES (Crate & Barrel)
OLD FASHIONED GLASSES (Williams-Sonoma)
GOLD ICE BUCKET (Williams-Sonoma)
WHITE BEADED PLATTER (Pottery Barn)
CHAMPAGNE COUPES (Amazon)
FOOTED SERVING BOWL (Pottery Barn)
TEAK SERVING UTENSILS (Williams-Sonoma)
CAKE STAND (Crate & Barrel)
3-SECTION SILVER SERVER (Williams-Sonoma)
APILCO PORCELAIN (Williams-Sonoma)
SOUP TUREENS (Williams-Sonoma)
FLOWER VASE (Godinger)
TABLECLOTH (Waterford)
MIRRORED PHOTO FRAME (Williams-Sonoma)
Love seeing these photos and hearing that you had a good celebration!
Thanks so much, Sara! We had a great time!
this is all so cute! the minted cards are so darling!
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Thank you, Kelsey! Minted always has an amazing selection of designs!
Oh what a lovely baby shower! you look so good in that dress! It’s nice you had a fun time at the party 🙂
Hope that you had a lovely weekend!
I just posted my weekday wear linkup, I’d love you to join! 🙂
Thank you, Mica! I loved wearing this dress! xx
Such a cute party. Congrats on expecting. Motherhood is the best!
~Samantha
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