Over the last weekend I had the honor of teaming together with friends to throw a baby shower for two of my dearest friends. Cassie and Rob Mills work in the event industry with us and over the years they have gained a very special place in all our hearts. We are proud to say they are expecting a beautiful baby girl on June 5th. We immediately sprang into action and decided baby Olivia Bennett Mills needs the very best baby shower ever. Through the help of everyone we pulled together a wonderful afternoon garden party fit for a princess.
We custom made the invitations and napkins to play into our classic pink and ivory scheme, but with special touches of gold.
Playing into that color scheme we found an amazing paisley fabric and sent it to our fabulous linen provider. They custom sewed fabulous runners and a custom cake table linen. Using simple candles, our super cute preserved boxwood balls and simple accents in green and white flowers (by none other than the fabulous Katie Bell) the tables were a sophisticated girlie paradise. Simple white chairs, pink cushions, champagne linens and it was such a gorgeous afternoon soiree.
Of course being that it was a co-ed party we had to provide some activities such as cornhole with custom bags out of the matching paisley fabric. There were also plenty of good friends.
Trae with Granvilles personally hand crafted some delicious menu items based off of mom and dad's favorite foods. Fried chicken bites, Macaroni and Cheese with Lobster and Pulled Braised Pork over Grits were just a few of the delectable delights.
Even the delicious Marble cake from Ashley Bakery was painstakingly decorated to match our fabric perfectly.
Sara Cavallon worked so hard on the specialty favors. Of course for the boys customized golf balls with Miss Olivia's name on them. For the girls, the cutest scrabble charm pendants with parts of our paisley detail on them. It was the perfect pairing of favors.
To two of my very best friends, thank you so much for allowing me to help you celebrate this beautiful gift. I love you both and we are all looking forward to meeting Baby Olivia.
