Shabby Chic Party Theme- Inspiration Post and Ideas

August 22, 2011

This theme can be used for a little girl’s birthday party, a baby shower, a bridal shower, a wedding, so many reasons to throw a party! 
It’s a favorite for many..so I thought I would share some of my favorite Pinterest Images of the Shabby Chic Theme
So if you are throwing a party with this look I hope this inspiration post helps!
 and if you aren’t..maybe you will now! ;) Very sweet, vintage and lovely touches!


Use ruffles and patterned fabrics through out the decor. 
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And how sweet are these mini buntings across the cake?!
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White cake stands are perfect touches to any party..I love them.
I use them for everything. But if you don’t have any..or need ALOT to get the look you want..there are plenty of great DIY’s out there using candlesticks and plates..glued together and spray painted white. or you could use stove covers and wooden dowel rods! Have fun creating them as tall or short as you want.

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Flowers. 
Fill up mason jars or small crates. If you have any glass vases or jars that you aren’t loving..paint them white or a shade to match your color scheme! 
An easy DIY to turn unused items into favorite pieces!
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Little touches.
 Burlap.. ruffles..
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Chalkboard details
Use to mark glasses or for the menu!
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If you have or find a vintage frame..
spray paint white..and paint with chalkboard paint!
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I love the idea of using one of these ruffle shower curtains somehow in the party..maybe as a dessert table backdrop?? Depending on your budget..you could go with the urban outfitters one on left or the target version on the right!
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  • Evelien
    August 23, 2011 at 4:44 am

    Oeeh, I love it! Must remember it for any upcoming parties :)
    Thanks!!

  • Marjorie
    August 23, 2011 at 7:39 am

    Love those shower curtains!

  • Francine
    August 23, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    love this! I’ll have to remember it for future parties!

  • Krista
    August 24, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    How pretty! I love all those pretty pastel colors :)

  • Amy Schuff
    September 2, 2011 at 3:29 am

    Thank you so much for featuring my daughter’s birthday cake! I love your blog and the lovely resource it is for us Mamas! :)

  • Phyllis Smith
    May 19, 2014 at 4:29 pm

    These ideas are so adorable! I love it! One Question though- What did you use for a party favor for your Shabby chic party?