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Little Pumpkin Baby Shower

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"Hello Little Love" sign next to baby ultrasound picture.

I’m going to be an Aunt again!!!

It’s been almost 6 years since there’s been a new baby in the family so we’re all a little excited over here. Excited because babies are obviously exciting and awesome. And excited because as an Aunt I get to enjoy all the baby cuddles and cuteness BUT without the sleepless nights and diapers. My sister and brother-in-law get to enjoy that part (LOL). Don’t worry sis you’ll do great and the brain fog from sleep deprivation combined with the emotional rollercoaster from postnatal hormones eventually dissipates. Many have gone before you and survived (some barely). Did I mention you won’t get much sleep in the beginning?

A fireplace mantle decorated with a "Welcome Little Pumpkin" banner and an assortment of painted mini pumpkins in silver, gold, and pink mixed with natural orange and white mini pumpkins.

While my sister and brother-in-law still have their wits about them a baby shower was definitely in order. My sister looooves Halloween so it was only suitable that we throw a sweet Autumn/Halloween/Pumpkin themed baby shower. I don’t recommend spooky baby showers. Spooking the mama-to-be could bring on early labor and change the whole dynamic of the party. Keep it sweet.

Naturally we turned to Pinterest for the Pinterest party perfect inspo and themes. Duh. Who else gets sucked into the black hole of Pinterest perfect backyards, Pinterest perfect vacation destinations, the Pinterest perfect wardrobe, Pinterest perfect hairstyles (which I will never have), and food? Don’t forget the food. That’s where I hang out a lot. You can find me here (waves and smiles).

Table arranged with fall themed party appetizers, mini pumpkins, and a "Sweet Baby" sign.

Countertop decorated with mini pumpkins, "EEK" letters, and a beautiful pink banquet of fresh flowers.

So with a little help from many fellow bloggers and online creatives who are not only creative geniuses but have some serious skillz when it comes to decorating, creating themed food, and crafting baby shower games that can appease a co-ed guest list the shower was fun and honored my sister and bro-in-law and their little pumpkin on the way.

Whether you are hosting a baby shower, a friendly (not spooky) Halloween party, or just a fun fall-time gathering where you don’t necessarily want to feed the party goers a full 5 course meal but want to satisfy your guests’ snack cravings with some crazy tasty food here are my recommendations and what I served during the party. Check it out!

Little broomsticks made with pretzel sticks, string cheese, and chives.

Ummm…so HOW cute are these little broomsticks?! A pretzel stick, some string cheese, and a chive to tie it off. So basic but so genious and fun to eat. You can find the directions over at the blog One Little Project At A Time here.

Deviled eggs made to look like little pumpkins.

Deviled eggs made to look like little pumpkins are obviously perfect for a fall-themed party. Find the deets from The Food Blog here. Note: I subbed Cholula for the Sriracha just to turn down the heat a little.

A veggie plate with mini carrots, cucumber, black olives, broccoli, cauliflower and a yellow pepper arranged to look like a smiling jack o'lantern.

Parties usually have some kind of veggie tray so why not turn it into a jack o’lantern?! Thanks to Raising Jack with Celiac for the simple and genius idea! I also served the veggies with a side of this creamy Herb and Buttermilk Ranch Dip.

The most delicious pumpkin cupcakes with cream cheese frosting and lightly sprinkled with cinnamon arranged on varied cake plates and serving dishes.

Tis the season for pumpkin and these pumpkin cupcakes with cream cheese frosting from Erin over at Texanerin Baking are AMAZING! Erin calls them THE BEST Pumpkin Cupcakes and I can’t argue with her on that! They were definitely the hit of the baby shower and people were shocked when they found out they were gluten free because they are just so SO delicious. Erin tops her cupcakes off with chopped pecans but I sprinkled a dash of cinnamon on top of mine just in case we had anyone with nut allergies attending. I also tripled the recipe for our large group.

Cream cheese topped with salted caramel and served as a tasty dip for sliced apples.

Here’s an easy riff on the classic caramel covered apple. Slice up your apples and serve with cream cheese topped with salted caramel. It’s ridiculously easy, a super tasty combo, and a lot more manageable to eat than a whole caramel covered apple. You can find the recipe for the salted caramel in this recipe by yours truly. : )

Smoked salmon dip with dill and capers served with an assortment of chips and crackers.

You can’t have a party without chips and dip! Serve an assortment of chips and crackers with this Smoked Salmon Dip with Dill & Capers. The dip is a huge crowd pleaser so be sure to double the recipe if you have a big guest list.

Apple cider punch in a glass beverage dispenser.

Lastly, let’s talk party punch. I’m not usually a big fan of punch but this Apple Cider Punch from Better Homes & Gardens was a winner. It’s a simple combo of 6 cups apple cider, 2 cups orange juice, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1 (750 milliliters) bottle of sparkling white grape juice. We had several children attending our party but if you are hosting an all adult party switching out the sparkling grape juice with some chilled champagne would be amazing too!

Fall themed appetizers and party foods arranged on a rustic wooden farmhouse style table.

Alright, let’s talk baby shower games and activities. This is definitely not an area I specialize in so we handed this off to one of my sister’s close friends who knocked it out of the park with some awesome resources she found on Etsy and Amazon.

Baby Bingo, Baby Name Race, and Mommy or Daddy baby shower games on fall themed stationary.

SweetBabyShower shop on Etsy creates printable custom party kits and shower games which not only provide some fun entertainment but are also creatively themed to match the style of your party. You can find the kits here.

Here are the games we played:

  • Baby Bingo
  • Baby Name Race
  • Mommy or Daddy?
  • Don’t Say Baby

A table was also set up for a baby headband making station. Each guest picked from a variety of ribbons, bows, and flowers along with elastic bands to create a sweet little custom headband for my niece. It was SO easy to set-up since all of the components for the headbands were included. You can find the baby headband kit here. The only thing you need to have on hand is a hot glue gun and a table to lay everything out.

Baby headbands

Then finish off your party decor with an assortment of painted pumpkins. My sister painted mini pumpkins in an assortment of pinks, gold, and silver while also scattering some naturally orange and white mini pumpkins throughout. Here are the instructions for the painted pumpkins from Oh Happy Day (which btw is an incredibly cute website for party planning and DIY inspo).

A pennant bunting with the words “Welcome Little Pumpkin” (see picture near top of this post) was hung across our fireplace mantle. I wasn’t able to track down the exact bunting that we used for this but these burlap flags would be just as cute with white lettering painted on them. And this fall-themed felt ball garland would also be super cute to decorate with!

Lastly, if you are on the hunt for a “Sweet Baby” rustic wood sign like the one pictured below, your local Craft Warehouse has all of the supplies to create this quick DIY project. If DIY is not your thing, Morgan over at PaintMePeachy on Etsy, could create a custom rustic wood sign for you as well!

A "Sweet Baby" sign sits next to fall themed party appetizers and several mini pumpkins.

And that’s it! I hope you found some valuable fall themed baby shower and party ideas from this post! As for myself, I’m counting down the days until I meet my sweet little baby niece. Eek!

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  1. Steohanie Parton says

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    Where do I get the Welcome Little Pumkin sign. Hung by fireplace with burlap?

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    • Shannon Emery says

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      Hi Stephanie! The “Welcome Little Pumpkin” pennant bunting was paper bunting that was purchased from Michael’s Craft Store. The letters on the bunting were also purchased from Michael’s and affixed to the paper. Then the bunting was clipped to jute twine with mini clothespins. I wasn’t able to track down the exact paper bunting online that we used but here is a link to some burlap bunting that I think would be just as cute with white lettering painted on them. You would need to purchase two of them for the 20 letters needed. Hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions!

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  2. Jen says

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    This has got to be the cutest shower ever…Making those pumpkin cream cheese cupcakes for sure!

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    • Shannon says

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      Thanks Jen! And oh my goodness, those cupcakes are just so dang good!

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Delicata squash when roasted is like candy...but in vegetable form; naturally sweet and mild in flavor with a hint of caramelization. It also has thin skin so NO PEELING. We can eat it! (Anyone almost slice off a finger trying to peel a butternut squash? 🙋)⠀
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If you're still looking for ideas to add a super simple side dish to your Thanksgiving meal try this Roasted Delicata Squash with Parmesan & Dill. It's sure to be a winner with the whole family! ✨😍⠀
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Find the full post on Pass Me Some Tasty (link in profile) or check out the recipe below! ⬇️⠀
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To make this Roasted Delicata Squash with Parmesan & Dill here's what you'll need: ⠀
・2 delicata squash (medium in size), washed & dried, halved lengthwise, seeds removed⠀
・roughly 2 tablespoons olive oil (just enough to coat the squash)⠀
・2 medium garlic cloves, minced⠀
・salt & pepper to preference⠀
・roughly 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped ⠀
・Parmigiano Reggiano to preference ⠀
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Here's what you'll do:⠀
1. Preheat oven to 425ºF. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.⠀
2. Slice the prepared squash into half circles, about 1/4 inch thick.⠀
3. On the baking sheet, toss the squash with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.⠀
4. Spread the coated squash slices in a single layer on the baking sheet and sprinkle with fresh dill.⠀
4. With a microplane grater, grate Parmigiano Reggiano over top of the squash until you feel like you have honored and respected the squash with a good sprinkling of cheese. 😉
5. Place in the oven for about 25 minutes until the squash slices have softened and the edges have become beautifully golden.⠀
6. Squeeze some fresh lemon over top to give the squash a quick zip of acidic brightness (don’t skip this step). Sprinkle another round of Parmigiano and fresh dill on top if you prefer (<– which you do).⠀
7. Serve!
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And no, I am not suggesting that we should give up mashed potatoes. That would just be crazy talk. 🤪⠀
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This garlicky roasted mashed cauliflower is in ADDITION to our bowl of mashed potatoes. It’s like a #doublerainbow at our holiday dinner. Intense man, I know. 🌈⠀
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Find the full recipe on Pass Me Some Tasty (link in profile)! Recipe also includes Vegan & Dairy-Free variations. 😘
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You can find the full recipe on my blog (link in profile) or below! ⬇️⠀
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To make this Baked Frittata with Sausage, Kale, & Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto here's what you'll need:⠀
・ 9 eggs⠀
・ 1/2 cup plain full-fat or Greek yogurt⠀
・2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto (find tasty homemade recipe in the last post on my feed or on the blog)⠀
・salt and pepper to preference⠀
・ 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil⠀
・1/2 pound bulk mild Italian sausage (chicken or pork)⠀
・ 1/2 sweet onion, chopped⠀
・ 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped (about 1/2 cup) ⠀
・1/3 cup kale, finely chopped (I used Redbor Kale, frilly kale with reddish-purple veins and stems)⠀
・1/3 cup fresh goat cheese, crumbled⠀
・sesame seed kernels (optional, but not really)⠀
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Here's what you'll do:⠀
1. Preheat oven to 375ºF.⠀
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, yogurt, sun-dried tomato pesto, salt, and pepper.⠀
3. Heat oil in a 10 to 12-inch oven safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage, onion, and red bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally until the sausage begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the kale and cook until just wilted. Remove skillet from heat.⠀
4. Pour the egg mixture over top and lightly stir to evenly spread out the ingredients. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese and sesame seeds on top. ⠀
5. Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes, or until the eggs have set and the top is golden. It will continue to cook as it sits, so don’t overbake it!
6. Cut into 6 slices and serve!
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How do YOU like to eat your Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto?! ⠀
7 ingredients and a food processor is all it takes. Fast, Easy, and SO much more Tastier than any store-bought pesto. Let's do this. 🙌⠀
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Here's what you'll need:⠀
1 (8.5 oz) jar sun-dried tomato halves packed in olive oil with herbs (we’re using the jar’s entire contents so don’t drain off that oil!)⠀
2 medium-sized cloves garlic⠀
1 cup packed fresh basil⠀
1/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated (use the good stuff! NOT the green can fake parm)⠀
1/4 cup unsalted macadamia nuts (macadamia nuts offer a richer, more buttery flavor in comparison to the traditional pine nut typically used in sun-dried tomato pesto which is why I prefer macadamia in this recipe but you do you.⠀
2 tablespoons capers, drained⠀
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes⠀
pinch of salt (or to your preference)⠀
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Here's what you'll do:⠀
1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and process until desired consistency is reached.⠀
2. That’s it! (wasn’t that easy?!)⠀
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Note: If your pesto is not at the consistency you are needing it to be for your particular use, even after including the oil from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes, just add a little more extra virgin olive oil until you get it just how you like it.⠀
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If you'd like to see more pics of this vibrant red pesto, the recipe and full post is linked in my profile. Have a Tasty Thursday friends! 😘
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Check out this NEW RECIPE for POTATO SALAD WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS & FRESH HERBS on Pass Me Some Tasty! Link to recipe in profile. Have a tasty Friday friends! ❤️⠀
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On a different note, my birthday is this Friday. 🎉 I’ll be 39. I don’t mind saying the number out loud or sharing it with others. I don’t lament the fact that I’m going to be another year older. It is a day where I will definitely eat cake and ice cream but I will also celebrate the blessing it is to have made it another year around the sun. It’s also a time where I give thanks for all the ways that Jesus has worked in my life over the past year - the ways He smoothed out a few more of my rough edges, the ways He opened my eyes and my heart just a little bit more to the world around me and the people it contains, the ways He carried me when things were harder than I would have liked, and the many, many ways He showed me His blessings through both the small things and the big things. And it’s a time that I give thanks for my health, wellness, and for the gift of life itself, which is something I don’t ever want to take for granted. Life is fleeting and the unexpected can happen for lack of a better word, unexpectedly. ⠀
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My birthday wish this year is that I would continue to enjoy the gift of another year around the sun. That I would be open to the loving work of Jesus in my life so that someday when I am 80, like that fig tree, I will be able to look back and see an abundance of fruit in my life giving evidence of a life well spent. ⠀
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Now back to those figs…I’m thinking a generous schmear of soft goat cheese with a drizzle of honey over the top might be in order.⠀
How do you like to eat fresh figs?⠀
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Simple, refreshing, and the perfect summer salad for those hot summer days when you're just not sure what to eat.⠀⠀
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How hot is it right now where you live? What are your go-to meals when the temps rise? 😎⠀
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Recipe link for this Spiralized Cucumber Summer Salad is in my profile!
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