So, we settled on a Beatrix Potter theme. The decorations were made by the Abbot and I and the wonderful food by many of her (and my) talented friends. (Cooking and hyperemesis just aren't a great combo...)
The Beatrix Potter books were all thrifted, and the wooden and sewn toys were all handmade (inspired by things I found on etsy and the like) and doubled as gifts for the new little family.
(Inspiration for the toys was found here and here - and some were a combination of LOTS of ideas I stumbled upon. The diaper cake inspiration can be found here...except I decided to go with Peter Rabbit, Mama Rabbit, and Benjamin Bunny instead of the characters they used.)
Best of all...it was a tea party! So we spent the better part of a mostly rainy morning sipping hot tea together. Lovely!
Please keep us in your prayers tomorrow - that the ultrasound goes well, and that the baby is healthy. Please also pray for the Cardinals as the Conclave continues!!
Linking up with Keep Calm, Craft On. Go check out that lovely blog while you can! And pray for the blogger...she's entering the Church this Easter!!
Oh my - I would have loved a shower such as this! You did an amazing job. Beatrix Potter is such a perfect choice.
ReplyDeleteAnd thank you so very much for the prayers! I am beside myself in anticipation and excitement.
XO
And eek! I hit publish before I was done. Prayers coming your way for tomorrow, what an exciting time!!
ReplyDeleteThanks! And thanks for the prayers. Many continuing to be said for you. I'm so excited for you!
DeleteI love anything Beatrix Potter. Great job!
ReplyDeleteYou really did a great job!!
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