This last week we hosted a spring-time, garden baby shower… indoors. As the seasons change the weather can be quite unpredictable. Planning an outdoor event isn’t always possible. So, garden tables were set with cheery spring colors and market umbrellas, in a quiet little room with windows.
Guests were able to quench their thirst with a Tropical Iced Tea and Lemonade Station. Drinks were dressed with goodies such as berries, pineapple, lemons, oranges, mint, and mango.
The feeling of an outdoor garden was brought in by adorning the market umbrellas with flowers, vines, BUGS, and birdhouses.
Polka dots were a great accent. Square menu cards dressed each plate and a sweet little flag atop each straw declared “and baby makes 3″. Centerpieces included brightly colored buckets of wheat-grass and favorite candies. Our Mom-to-be invited her guests to fill their little bags with sweets to take home.
A luncheon was served in our garden and the first course was an appetizer trio of Roasted Tomato Basil Bisque topped with a Fried Mushroom Ravioli, an Apricot Mascarpone Almond Tart, and a Bacon Wrapped Banana (NOTE- this is my favorite appetizer).
Followed by a plated lunch of Chicken Caesar Salad with a Parmesan Crisp, Tomato Tortilla Grilled Vegetable Wrap, Asparagus Quiche in a Savory Shell, and a Fresh Fruit Kebab.
THE BEST PART–> Build your own Ice Cream Sundae Bar.
Homemade Praline Bowls drizzled with Chocolate. Sprinkles, nuts, candy bar pieces, and fresh berries.
Mini pies for A La Mode.
Hot Fudge, Warn Caramel, Bananas, Cookie Crumbles, and Whipped Cream.
Such a beautiful day in our indoor garden. Can’t wait to meet the newest little member of The Jay’s Family when she arrives next month. Best wishes to Dad, Mom, and Grandma.
