One of my dearest friends, Kelly (I recently did a post on Kelly and her work), who is a sister to me,was so incredibly gracious to throw me a baby shower. She asked me what my dream shower would be and a pink tea party came to mind. I know, a pink baby shower for a baby boy! I can be a little selfish sometimes. Kelly’s mother, Ruth (who I consider another mother) offered us her home and the talents of her private chef, Andrew, to make it incredible.
Kelly, Ruth, Kelly’s little daughter and our friend Sheryl prep outside the day before. They found my favorite (out of season) peonies and Parisian Tulips. We show up and everything is just so beautiful! I’m in a sister-in-law sandwich.
The food was sensational. Little banana cakes, peony cupcakes, lemon tarts, carrot cake, many chocolate options, homemade scones with clotted cream (Andrew is English), egg salad sandwiches, tuna salad on homemade croissants, crab sandwiches, flatbread, delicious cheeses, fruit and more!
There were so many tea options to drink in fine China as well as Rose (something pink to drink of course), lemonade, and iced tea.
Kelly asked everyone to fill a scrapbook page with kind words. The favors were delicious organic teas with custom touches.
We each read a quote and were asked to say how it related to us.
Then Kelly brought out a framed letter that she had asked Chris to write to me. I started crying at “Dear My Beautiful Wife,” so Linda read it for me. We were all teary.
Ruth’s rose garden has HUNDREDS of different roses and we lingered, taking a million photos. I love how the flower crowns looked on everyone!
It was wonderful to have both family and friends together to celebrate. It meant so much to me. My sister even flew in from Seattle (via New York where she was officiating a wedding days before). It was really cool to have some of my friends’ moms (who I ADORE) there too. I love my community. All these women are my sisters! I’m surrounded by the most beautiful women.
This was the nicest shower I have ever been to! Kelly outdid herself!!!
(Photos by Kelly, Ruth, Tracey and me)
BKCsquared says
What a beautiful event!! The flower crowns are a nice touch & this venue is amazing!!
xo, K
http://www.BKCsquared.com
Christina Warren says
Thank you so much! Ruth’s home is out of a magazine! I was so honored to be able to celebrate with everyone there!
withluckblog says
What an amazinggggg day! Everything looks perfect and you just look so happy! I love that laughing picture 🙂
Jenn
With Luck Blog
Christina Warren says
HA! Thank you!! I love that laughing pic so much too! Stephanie was getting a handle on two babies at the same time!
Macy Gutermuth says
WOW!!! I love everything so much & you look amazing! What a wonderful shower.
Christina Warren says
Thank you very much, Macy! Oh, I appreciate the compliment! I was feeling whale-ish! 🙂
Bethany C says
Oh my goodness. BEAUTIFUL shower!! You are beautiful, and this looks like the most amazing baby shower in the history of time!
Christina Warren says
Thank you so much, Bethany! I was overwhelmed with how much work they put into this. They are incredible hostesses and everyone was SO kind to come from all over to attend! It reminded me that I have a community here in SoCal that I was missing so much this past year that were were living in Seattle!
Thien Do says
WOW!!!!!!! It looks soooo gorgeous! You look amazing in that color. These are some amazing women and I’m glad they a part of your life. I hope you felt special and that you enjoyed the day!
Christina Warren says
Thien, I am constantly surprised by the blessings in my life. I am happy to bring a little person into this world of love. Thank you for the complement! I have a LOT of things in coral lately! 🙂 XO
Jessica (Coco & Mingo) says
Wow, what a beautiful shower! And no, you’re not being selfish just because it’s a boy and you wanted a pink shower 😛 lol! It looks like you had an amazing time!
Christina Warren says
JESSICA! I just got home and I opened the MOST wonderful package. Are you kidding me?! More later 😉 THANK YOU!!!! XOXOXOXOX. I’m going to have to share it!! Holy MOLY!!! Yes, I’ve had my fill of pink and I’m ready for the boy stuff now!!! LOVE your gifts!!!!!
Rebecca says
Looks amazing and like a lot of fun! Congrats!!
Christina Warren says
My jaw dropped when I walked in! It was like a wedding! I am so grateful! Thank you, Rebecca.
jackie jade says
this looks like SUCH a gorgeous shower. what beautiful friends/family you have for such a beautiful day!
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Jackie! They ARE so beautiful! What kind and wonderful people. I am SO excited for our baby to have all these aunts!!
Abby says
Your shower was breathtakingly beautiful, my friend! I am so happy to see you are SO WELL LOVED! Thank you for sharing these gorgeous photos with us. All the pink and sweet girly touches are making my heart go pitter pat. 🙂
Christina Warren says
Abby! Thank you! You would have loved it! Yes, the girly stuff is my FAVE! I was SO impressed! Kelly takes the shower throwing cake!!!!
Rebekah says
This all looks beautiful and amazing! And who says you have to reflect the baby at the baby shower and not what the mom wants? I think the idea of having a tea is fantastic. Congrats!
Christina Warren says
LOL YES! Thank you! Being at the center of this event was so incredible! I may normally be uncomfortable with all the attention. This was the exception! I feel so special!
BlushandBarbells says
That looks like a beautiful day.
Christina Warren says
Too beautiful, Wendy. 🙂 It was too much!
Sam says
Woohoo go Kelly for throwing the most beautiful baby shower party!! I love all the pink and floral decorations so much! And it’s totally okay to have the pink tea party theme instead of the traditional blue baby boy party because once the little cutie is born the attention will be all on him so enjoy the spotlight now!
Christina Warren says
Sam! Kelly is so talented!!!! Ruth was teasing and said it reminded her of Pepto Bismol! HA! LOVED it! OMG I was so overwhelmed by the attention but for once I really loved it. Thank you!
Jen Kleiner says
Looks so stunning and magical! I’m so happy your special day went so well! Still sad I couldn’t be there!
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Jen! Wish you could have been there!
Meg @Life, Love and The Webers says
Oh my gosh! What a gorgeous shower!!! You look radiant!
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Meg! I was so overwhelmed by the love and effort. It was unbelievable!
Chelsea says
Wow, absolutely gorgeous!! You are so loved!
Christina Warren says
I am always so surprised by the love I receive. I am so grateful and feel so blessed. Thank you!
Pamela Bannon says
Christina! Your shower looks exquisite! It is like something out of a magazine! The styling is just gorgeous! I am so happy that you had such a wonderful time! Kudos to your friends and family on such an amazing job!
Christina Warren says
Pamela, these ladies are SO creative and thoughtful! Thank you!
The Grits says
When I have a shower – this is what I what. OMG I love it!! It’s so feminine and soft. Just gorgeous!
Christina Warren says
Oh Ashely, your shower is going to be spectacular! I am looking forward to seeing it, heck maybe even being there..virtually? 😉 XO Thank you!