A mermaid-themed baby shower is a magical way to celebrate the upcoming arrival! Here are some easy ideas to help you create an unforgettable, ocean-inspired event:

Decor

1. Bubble Garland: 

Purchase or create a dreamy bubble garland using clear or iridescent balloons. Add small pearls, starfish, or mini seashells for extra flair. Hang the garland around tables, doorways, or along walls for a playful, under-the-sea vibe.

2. Mermaid Tail Balloons:

Use metallic or pastel-colored balloons to create mermaid-inspired balloon arrangements. You can use a balloon in the shape of a fin or attach a paper tail to the base of a regular balloon. These will be eye-catching centerpieces or a fun photo backdrop.

3. Under-the-Sea Table Settings:

Use light blue, purple, pink, or seafoam-colored tablecloths, then layer with shimmering tissue paper or tulle to mimic the look of ocean waves. Scatter plastic or real seashells, pearls, and faux fishnet across the tables for a charming, oceanic touch.

4. Jellyfish Lanterns:

Turn paper lanterns into hanging jellyfish by attaching streamers, ribbons, or strips of fabric to the bottom. Choose pastel colors like lavender, light blue, or sea green to add a soft, underwater vibe. These hanging decorations will add an ethereal underwater look to the event.

5. Bubble Backdrop:

Create a bubble-inspired photo booth backdrop with balloons in various shades of blue, clear, and iridescent. Add a few silver or pearl-colored balloons to resemble bubbles in the water for a whimsical touch and beautiful photo opportunity.

Food:

1. Mermaid Cupcakes:

Bake cupcakes with blue and purple ombre frosting, then top them with edible glitter, sea-themed sprinkles, or small mermaid tail toppers (you can make these using fondant or find pre-made ones online). These treats will look as magical as they taste!

2. “Under the Sea” Punch:

Create a fun ocean-inspired punch using blue fruit punch, lemon-lime soda, and sherbet for a frothy, sea-foam effect. Serve it in a large punch bowl and for an added twist, freeze gummy fish inside ice cubes and let them float in the punch bowl.

3. “Seafood” Snacks:

You can create “fish-shaped” sandwiches using a cookie cutter, or have snacks such as dried sea weed, goldfish crackers, and mermaid themed candies and cookies. These simple snacks will delight guests of all ages.

4. Oyster madeleines:

Create madeleine oyster cookies by sandwiching them together with frosting and a candy pearl in the center to resemble a pearl inside an oyster. They’ll be both adorable and delicious!

5. Seashell Chocolates:

Make or buy shell-shaped chocolates and decorate them with edible glitter or sea-colored sprinkles. Add small sugar pearls to mimic treasures of the sea or use brown sugar to represent sand on the ocean floor.

Games:

1. Pin the Tail on the Mermaid:

A mermaid-themed twist on the classic “Pin the Tail on the Donkey”! Blindfolded guests try to pin a mermaid tail onto a poster of a mermaid. You can easily make this using a large piece of paper and cut-out tails.

2. “Catch the Fish” Game:

Fill a small kiddie pool with water and float rubber fish or sea creatures in it. Guests use a fishing pole (made with a stick and string) to “catch” the fish. Whoever catches the most wins a prize!

3. Baby’s first book

Have guests contribute to a collective baby book by drawing and writing a short messages or advice to the baby. Use our printed template featuring full color pages while leaving space for guests to draw and note their thoughts. This can later be a cherished keepsake for the baby.

4. Diaper raffle

Ask guests to bring a pack of diapers for a chance to win a prize. This not only makes for a fun game but also helps the parents-to-be stock up on essentials.

5. Face painting / mermaid glitter

Set up a face painting station where guests can get mermaid-inspired designs, like scales or seashells, along with a dusting of glitter to complete their look!

Favors:

1. Mermaid Soaps:

Hand-make or buy mermaid tail-shaped soaps. You can wrap them in sea-colored tissue paper or place them in small organza bags with a tag that says, “Thank you for making a splash!” for a thoughtful, ocean-inspired favor.

2. Mermaid Bath Bombs:

Buy small, seashell-shaped candles or make your own using moldable wax. Place them in pretty gift bags or small boxes for a luxurious and fun favor guests can enjoy at home. Add a small gift such as a necklace in the center for a special keepsake.

3. Personalized “Message in a Bottle”:

Create little “message in a bottle” favors by rolling up small scrolls with thank you’s, quotes, or personalized messages and place them inside mini glass bottles tied with ribbons. These personalized keepsakes make for a meaningful gift.

4. Mermaid Tail Cake Pops:

Make cake pops and dip them in teal or blue-colored chocolate. Add a little mermaid tail decoration on top using fondant or a store-bought topper to make them look like little under-the-sea treasures. These sweet treats are perfect for guests to take home!

5. Mermaid-Themed Reusable Drink Pouch

Give guests fun, reusable drink pouches decorated with mermaid designs or ocean-inspired patterns. These are eco-friendly, practical, and perfect for sipping a refreshing beverage at the party.

Other Ideas:

1. Mermaid Photo Booth:

Set up a photo booth with a mermaid tail prop or iridescent backdrop. Provide fun props like shell crowns, pearl necklaces, and mermaid fins for guests to pose with and capture memories of the event.

2. Mermaid-Themed Invitations:

Send out beautifully designed invitations with underwater scenes, seashells, or mermaid illustrations. Add touches of glitter or holographic details to make them sparkle, setting the tone for your magical event.

3. Baby Shower Bingo:

Create bingo cards with baby-related items or mermaid terms like “seashell,” “coral,” “mermaid,” and “underwater.” Guests can play along as presents are opened, with a prize for the winner!

4. Wishes for Baby Cards:

Provide guests with small cards where they can write their “wishes for the baby” or “advice for the parents.” Decorate the cards with ocean-themed designs like waves, starfish, or sea creatures, and collect them in a keepsake box for the parents to cherish.

With these easy and creative DIY ideas, your mermaid-themed baby shower is sure to become a magical and unforgettable celebration that your guests will treasure forever! 🌊🧜‍♀️✨

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With Love,

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