Best Summer Baby Shower ideas for Girls

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Here are some super cute summer baby shower ideas for June, July and August, from summer baby shower themes for a girl, to fun outdoors baby shower activities, plus pretty decor ideas! Here is how to make your summer baby shower extra magical!  

Best summer baby shower themes 

1. An ice cream theme 

The perfect excuse to bring out all the pastel hues for summer! You could even try a retro ice cream twist, with cream, beige and dusky pink - or even a Main Street ice cream theme! Try setting up a chalkboard style backdrop/message board that guests can sign, doodle and write cute messages on - this will be the perfect backdrop for photos. 

Ice cream parlour style baby shower invitation 👈🏻

Here's the scoop ice cream baby shower bundle 👈🏻

Ice cream baby shower games bundle 👈🏻

2. A ready to pop ice pop theme 

A cute and punny theme that is just right for summer! 

Ready to pop pink stripe baby shower invitation 👈🏻

Ready to pop pink stripe baby shower sign 👈🏻

Ready to pop pink baby shower bundle 👈🏻

She's ready to pop pink lemonade baby shower invite 👈🏻

Pink lemonade popsicle baby shower sign 👈🏻

3. A little sprinkle theme 

A cute twist on the ice cream theme, you could also try making some colourful rainbow sprinkle balloons, by using colourful strips of paper to resemble sprinkles! Just pop these on to balloons to make them match the theme. These are so cute and low cost to make, perfect if you are looking for some last minute ice cream party decor ideas! 

Cute rainbow sprinkle baby shower invitation bundle 👈🏻

Cute rainbow sprinkle baby predictions sheets 👈🏻

Cute rainbow sprinkle custom sign 👈🏻

 

4. A someone berry sweet theme 

A strawberry theme is just right for summer! 

5. A little rose or rosebud theme 

Inspired by summer blooms, this delicate theme is sure to delight your recipient! 

Rose floral garland baby shower invitation bundle 👈🏻

Rose floral garland baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

6. A stargazing theme 

A romantic and magical theme - and a fun summer twist on the 'twinkle little star' theme! 

7. A midsummer night's dream theme 

Think flower garlands, fairies, flower infused balloon displays, paper flower garlands, DIY some fun party hats with ribbons and streamers flowing from the top - or even some paper crowns embellished with tissue paper flowers - and use edible petals for party treats and drinks! You could even write some Shakespeare quotes on mini tags and attach them to balloons or party decor. 

Edible flower petals for drinks, treats or bakes 👈🏻

DIY some giant pretty tissue paper flowers 👈🏻

8. A secret garden theme 

A charming and unique theme that is perfect to try if you have access to a backyard or any green space! 

Secret garden themed birthday party sign 👈🏻

Secret garden baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

Secret garden themed thank you cards 👈🏻

9. A honeybee theme 

For the mama to bee! 

10. A peach theme 

This relaxed and charming theme is as cute as pie! 

Peach themed baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

A little peach baby shower favour tags 👈🏻

Peach themed baby shower bingo 👈🏻

11. A cutie pie orange theme 

An irresistably cute theme, this is a great gender neutral option too that everyone will love! 

A little cutie baby shower invitation bundle 👈🏻

A little cutie themed guess the date baby shower game 👈🏻

A little cutie orange blossom baby shower banner 👈🏻

A little cutie baby shower thank you tags 👈🏻

12. A sea you soon baby theme 

This dreamy coastal theme also doubles as a cute pun that guests will love! Try relaxing pastel hues in your party decor with rustic touches - try some fringe or flowy curtains or some macrame bunting - plus a shell painting or decorating activity for guests to enjoy. 

Pink shell sea you soon baby shower invitation 👈🏻

Shell party placemats 👈🏻

Macrame bunting party decor 👈🏻

13. A garden party theme 

If you have access to a backyard or green space, why not throw a garden party themed baby shower! If you like our picks also check out our ideas for a fancy garden party baby shower here! 

Floral garden party baby shower invitation bundle 👈🏻

Pretty floral party balloon trails 👈🏻

Try a pretty garden party baby shower sign 👈🏻

Pretty fancy shabby chic baby shower sign 👈🏻

14. A tea party theme 

A tea party is a charming and elegant summer baby shower option! You can check out our post here for our favourite high tea or afternoon tea baby shower ideas. 

Dreamy floral teapot shaped party pinata 👈🏻

 

Pink toile pattern letter banner 👈🏻

Try a jumbo baby shower cake topper 👈🏻

15. A picnic party theme 

Take advantage of the warm weather with a charming picnic setup, featuring all the cute gingham party touches! 

16. A shell soon arrive theme 

Or 'shell be here soon' - a cute way to bring the beach to your party space! 

Shell be here soon baby shower invitation 👈🏻

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17. A little butterfly theme 

There is no cuter theme for summer than a butterfly theme! 

A little butterfly baby shower invitation 👈🏻

Edible wafer butterfly toppers for drinks and party treats 👈🏻 

A little butterfly baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

Try some pretty ombre party confetti 👈🏻

18. A beach babe theme 

From peaches to beaches - this is a delightful theme for a beach baby shower celebration! You could try adding some gold accents to party decor and party treats - and even create a fun sand excavation game for guests! 

A little beach babe baby shower invitation 👈🏻

A little beach babe baby shower sign 👈🏻

Shell beach themed baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

Beach babe themed baby shower invitation bundle 👈🏻

Pink shell beach themed baby shower sign 👈🏻

Pink shell beach babe baby shower invitation 👈🏻

19. A little merbaby theme 

A mermaid theme would be so cute and perfect for summer! 

Mermaid themed baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

A little mermaid themed baby shower invitation bundle 👈🏻

Mermaid themed baby shower games bundle 👈🏻

20. A splish splash, it's a baby bash theme 

A refreshing and cute theme to try for a summer girl baby shower! 

Splish splash baby shower invitation 👈🏻

Splish splash summer baby shower invitation 👈🏻

22. A carousel or fairground theme 

For all the vintage summer vibes, try a fairground theme, encapsulating nostalgic summer memories and moments - try serving popcorn in mini striped cases and cotton candy too! 

Pink carousel baby shower invitation 👈🏻

Pink carousel illustration baby shower invitation 👈🏻

Pink carousel themed custom party sign 👈🏻

Pink carousel baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

23. A cutie pie theme 

Think strawberry pie! This would also make a really sweet theme for a late summer baby shower and would be super cute for autumn/fall too! 

Cutie pie themed baby shower bundle 👈🏻

A little cutie pie gingham baby shower bundle 👈🏻

24. A camp baby theme 

Channel summer camp traditions and embrace the season with an adorable 'camp baby' theme - a really cute gender neutral option, where you can opt for any colour scheme you choose! 

A little camper on her way baby shower invitation 👈🏻

Little camper baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

25. A Palm Springs Baby theme 

Think pink and white stripes and palms! 

Palm Springs themed baby shower bundle 👈🏻

Palm Springs themed baby shower invitation bundle 👈🏻

Pink palms summer baby shower invitation 👈🏻

26. A citrus or lemon theme 

With all the mediterranean vibes 

Pink stripe lemon themed baby shower invitation 👈🏻

27. A Momma Mia theme 

Taking inspiration from the musical, indulge in all things mediterranean (PS if it is your recipient's second/third/fourth pregnancy, you could do 'Momma Mia - here we go again!')  

28. A little pearl theme 

A unique and special baby shower summer theme to celebrate a little pearl on the way! This is a really cute alternative to the traditional beach theme, but you can also incorporate all the sweet seaside or ocean themed decor pieces and party touches - you could keep it simple and classy or even go all glam shipwreck theme!  

A little pearl baby shower invitation 👈🏻

A little pearl baby shower invitation bundle 👈🏻

A little pearl on the way baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

A little pearl white and pink baby shower backdrop 👈🏻

A little pearl pink and white baby shower backdrop 👈🏻

29. A cherry theme 

For a baby that is the 'cherry on top!', this theme is so cute for summer. You could try a picnic style setup with lots of cute red gingham touches and mini cherry desserts too! 

30. A pink parasol theme 

Opt for all the pink with this theme - it's adorable, girly and carries retro flair - think Malibu Barbie! 

Pink stripe parasol baby shower invitation 👈🏻

Pink stripe parasol baby shower welcome sign 👈🏻

Best summer baby shower centerpiece ideas 

 1. Decorate a treasure chest 

This would be perfect for a summer theme - especially a beach or mermaid theme! Try painting it with white and pink flowers and 'baby (surname)' in swirly writing to create a beautiful keepsake for your recipient that will remind them of the occasion - plus make a dreamy and beautiful table centerpiece display at the same time! You could arrange some pretty shells and faux pearls inside the chest for added flair. 

Pirate style treasure chest box 👈🏻

2. Try a picnic basket as a dreamy table centerpiece 

Try checking thrift stores to see if they have one in your area - or you might even be able to rent one. Tie some pretty pink, sage green or cream coloured ribbons to the handles to make a super cute party table centerpiece! You could fill it with party treats or create a magical display.

3. A pretty bouquet with pennant flags 

Create a display of cute pennant flags and deck them out with ribbons, sequins etc. This would be so cute for a camp baby theme but would work beautifully with every theme! 

Ready made 'it's a girl' pink pennant flags 👈🏻

It's a girl themed baby shower pennant flags 👈🏻

4. Some pretty candlesticks (unlit!)

For a dreamy, classic look, try a pretty candlestick arrangement and choose colours to match your theme - even try tying ribbons around them for pretty effect or entwine summer flowers around them - unlit of course! You could even paint candlesticks to match your theme. 

Jumbo wildflower twisted candlesticks 👈🏻

Pretty florals ready painted candlesticks 👈🏻

5. Fill waffle cones with pretty blooms 

You can have so much fun with this display and it always looks gorgeous! It's a great way to reference the season as using ice cream cones add a summery nod to your table decor. Try using extra large cones or waffle cones for the most eye catching displays - or alternatively use them to hold batches of different coloured popcorn instead!

Find a holder for this here 👈🏻

6. A flower basket with ribbons tied on 

You could fill it with a charcutie selection or cute snacks for guests. Try a flower 'gathering' style basket for a pretty garden party centerpiece and tie a pretty bow either side of the handle for effect. 

7. Some shell shaped holders

Or vases - just right for a summer beach theme! These would be so great to create an effortless and beautiful display, plus dress them up how you want! 

Shell shaped vase for a pretty centerpiece 👈🏻

8. Some candle filled shells 

This is a cute DIY table centerpiece idea that would look stunning for a summer baby shower theme! You can even order these ready made if short on time.

Ready made candle filled shells 👈🏻

9. Some candle filled teacups 

Just like the shells, this would be so cute and quirky for a tea party theme or summer garden party baby shower! The cheapest option is to DIY these from some pretty thrifted or second hand unwanted teacups - or even paint your own - then use wax pellets to make the candles. 

Ready made candle filled pretty teacups 👈🏻

10. Arrange some pretty blooms in empty glass bottles 

To create a standout party table display! Don't worry about them all looking uniform, the mismatched look will add to the rustic charm! 

11. Arrange some drinks glasses with pretty ribbons 

Tie ribbons to the base of each glass to create a beautiful fancy display! 

12. Some tissue paper pom poms 

A super easy and quick baby shower table decoration idea that looks fabulous! These are so eyecatching and will light up the party table! You could even place them atop waffle cones or cardboard shaped cones to create fun ice cream props for a summer theme. 

Pink pastel tissue pom pom assortment 👈🏻

Tissue paper ice cream scoop ready made cones 👈🏻

13. DIY some pretty pastel zephyr marshmallow lollies 

DIY some special zephyr marshmallows, which appear in shape like meringues - one of our favourite recipes is here. Each zephyr marshmallow can be placed atop a lollipop stick or skewer to create marshmallow lollies - then wrap up for guests and secure with a pretty ribbon. These would make super cute party favours but also adorable party table decor too! For a pretty centerpiece, you could arrange in a vase or similar, then entwine with pretty florals as well as some baby's breath. 

14. Arrange some pretty macarons or mini pastry puffs in tower formation 

Try using mini creme puffs or eclairs, ice them in pastel hues and arrange them in tower formation. You could even decorate your creation in mini bows or edible wafer flowers to make a beautiful statement display! 

15. An adorable framed illustration centerpiece 

You could even print and frame some adorable illustrations and party signs as a centerpiece - super pretty and low cost too! Don't worry if they don't match exactly, as this will only become part of the charm! 

Pink toile letter printable illustration 👈🏻

Pink seashell coastal postcard style print 👈🏻

Delicate pink beach themed print bundle 👈🏻

Pink shell beach themed print 👈🏻

Pink 'meet me at the beach' print bundle 👈🏻

Best summer baby shower ideas for girls 

1. Create a summer shaped cupcake pullapart 

To make this, you will need a whole set of un iced, plain cupcakes, along with some icing in a few different colours to decorate with. Choose your favourite design - it could be a shell, an ice cream or ice pop or a butterfly - any simple design will do. Arrange your cupcakes in your chosen formation, then layer the frosting all over the top of them, like joining the dots, ice them to create one whole shape. Then decorate and voila!

2. A popsicle making activity for guests 

Younger guests will love this! You could include fun toppings such as fruit and different flavours of fruit juice and milkshake, so guests can create their own ice pop creations. This is such a fun and dreamy party activity for all ages!

3. Some cute personalised coolers for guests 👈🏻

These can coolers are perfect for summer and hot weather and add the perfect personalised touch to your shower or event! 

Here for the mom-osa's baby shower coolers 👈🏻

 

4. Set up a flower crown making workshop or activity 

A fun party activity for guests that is great for summer!  

5. Pop some mini bows or ribbons on to balloons 

A sneaky hack to make a statement and make them look extra pretty! 

6. Serve some retro cream soda drinks

You could serve them complete with stripey straws, so much fun! 

Super cute retro style stripe straws 👈🏻

7. Try a picnic style setup 

All the cute gingham party touches!  

8. Serve some cotton candy

This would be so cute for a summer party! For a lower cost option, see if you can borrow or rent a cotton candy machine or maker in your area - and deck out each cotton candy pop with edible flower petals, or realistic edible wafer flowers or shells, to make them fit the theme. 

9. Set up a popcorn stall 

With toppings available! You could even serve some pretty pink popcorn - or set up mini cases of popcorn in gradating ombre shades of pink for a gorgeous statement - make this by using a few drops of food colouring along with corn syrup and butter (follow this recipe here!) 

10. Serve some pretty popsicles for guests 

Use fruit juices, yoghurt, fruit puree or soda to create some dreamy popsicles for guests to enjoy! You could even infuse them with edible flower petals to make them super pretty. 

11. Fold some adorable shaped origami napkins 

This is a cute party touch that guests will love - try shaping them like flowers or shells! You could even fill each one with a sprinkle of edible glitter before folding, for a touch of magic when opened! 

12. DIY some giant pretty tissue paper flowers 👈🏻

The cutest way to reflect the prettiness of the season! 

13. Serve some pretty candyfloss mocktails drinks 

These cotton candy mocktails look magical! Try creating these amazing candyfloss mocktails that guests of all ages will adore! They even double as pretty decor and younger guests will adore discovering candy floss or cotton candy, as it dissolves so quickly and is so much fun to pull apart.

To make them, just pop a good amount of candyfloss in your glasses or flutes, then a sprinkle of edible shimmer in each one - then pour the liquid on top of the candyfloss to make it dissolve, so beautiful to watch and so much fun for your younger guests - and your older guests! You could even add some edible flowers to drinks to make them extra pretty!

14. Tie pretty ribbons to the base of each glass 👈🏻

Of drinks for guests! 

15. Create some flower infused balloon displays

Entwine your balloons displays with pretty flowers for the most beautiful look! 

16. Try some edible toppers for drinks 👈🏻

These are amazing and the perfect way to add a personal touch to your baby shower and celebrate the event - they are also edible and great for topping drinks or party treats. 

Edible wafer butterfly toppers for drinks and party treats 👈🏻 

17. Set up a lemonade or macarons tasting occasion 

You could set up a chart so guests can score different types of lemonade, or even macarons! This is a fun and elegant activity to try that guests will love. 

18. Create a mom-osa bar 

The perfect pun for the occasion! 

Secret garden themed mom-osa bar sign 👈🏻

19. An ice cream tasting party activity 

You could give each guest a scorecard and ask them to rate different ice cream combinations. This is so much fun for guests of all ages and an elegant activity for your special occasion! 

Printable ice cream tasting sheets 👈🏻 

20. Try a tea party style setup 

With mini sized party desserts, such as mini lemon tarts, mini meringue pies and even trifle - a tea party will tie in perfectly! 

21. Make some pretty ice cubes for drinks 

You could fill the moulds with juice, lemonade or even coloured water with a few drops of food colouring - or even with edible flower petals to make them extra pretty.

22. Try some pretty flower party balloon trails 👈🏻

These would look magical for a bee or wildflower themed party! 

Pretty floral party balloon trails 👈🏻

23. Serve some pastel dipped madeleines 

These will look stunning - and also like shells - and guests will love! Once they are baked and cooled, whip up some melted white chocolate coloured in a pretty pastel hue, using oil based food colouring, then dip a certain number and leave in the fridge to set. Repeat this with every colour of chocolate you want to use. You could even finish them with some pretty gold leaf accents, or edible petals. 

24. Serve some mini fruit tartlets 

25. Make some origami cupcake toppers 👈🏻 

These are so cute for a tea or garden party! 

26. Create a directions signpost board 

Directing guests to different zones around the party space! This is super useful and also doubles as cute party decor. 

Blank ready made signs for decorating 👈🏻

27. Set up a chalkboard style party message wall for guests 

So all guests can write, draw and scribble their own messages on it! You could even set up a giant chalkboard canvas that guests can decorate, with photos, drawings and messages! This would make an amazing photo backdrop for the party, for guests to take photos in front of. To create the canvas backdrop for guests to decorate, grab some black paper or cardstock and staple it to a base, such as a wall, fence or giant board made from cardboard. Provide guests with some chalks and liquid chalk markers and let them decorate to their hearts content.  

28. Make some pretty paper chains 

Or bunting - to decorate the party area or space - this is a super cute and low cost party decor idea! You can find pretty printable papers catering to every colour scheme or theme - even mix and match prints for an adorable 'love shack baby' style look! 

Pink toile printable papers bundle 👈🏻

Preppy pink and white printable papers bundle 👈🏻

29. DIY some shower steamers for party favours  

These are really fun and easy to make! These are so affordable and you can even DIY them from ingredients such as essential oils, baking soda and constarch. There are so many varieties and scents to choose from and they make your shower smell amazing, the shower equivalent of bath bombs for the busy person on the go! 

30. DIY some pretty pastel cotton candy cones 

These look so striking and make really cute low cost and easy party favours - just tie each with a pretty ribbon and voila! 

31. DIY some pastel sherbet cones  

To create a pretty pastel effect! You could even opt for rainbow coloured millions candy instead, creating layers of each coloured candy to create a rainbow or ombre effect. 

32. Some cake filled jars for party favours 

Cake in jar form! These would be just right for a garden party or tea party baby shower. Try mini jars filled with lemon cake, with layers of lemon curd or icing. You could even try layers of chocolate sponge with a lilac infused buttercream - so pretty and cute for guests of all ages.  

33. Some pretty popcorn parcels for favours 

Try some pretty popcorn party favours! Make this by using a few drops of food colouring along with corn syrup and butter (follow this recipe here!) Guests will adore the novelty and you could even add some edible glitter and mini marshmallows to make it extra magical!

34. Set up a watercolour 'paint and sip' activity  

You could set up a 'paint and sip' style situation, where guests could create their own still life painting of a pretty display. For younger guests, you could mix up some edible paints - or even host a cupcake decorating contest!   

35. Try a saucer painting activity 

This would be really cute for a tea party or garden party theme, plus guests could take their creation home with them afterwards! 

36. A cupcake painting activity 

For an ice cream theme, try making ice cream cone cupcakes set in flat bottom cones, so that they will stand up on their own - then ice them to look like ice creams - without the melting! 

37. A make and decorate a paper fan activity 

This would make the perfect summer baby shower party activity for adults! It also means they get a beautiful memento to take away with them to remind them of the occasion. You could alternatively throw a paper airplane making and decorating contest - the best looking and furthest flying paper planes are the winners! This will be sure to delight guests of all ages! 

38. Make some cute mini face mists for party favours 

A cute and unique party favour idea befitting warmer temperatures! You could DIY these using rose water and aloe vera or even order some ready made and tie each with a pretty ribbon bow. 

39. A summer wreath making and decorating activity 

This would make the perfect summer baby shower party activity for adults! It also means they get a beautiful memento to take away with them to remind them of the occasion.

40. A bow colouring contest for younger guests 

 

Printable bow design colouring sheets 👈🏻

 

41. Try a summer sugar cookie decorating activity 

This is a lot of fun for guests of all ages - you could even set up a contest for the most colourful and most creative!