August 16, 2011

a babycakies cupcake shower

This Saturday was my last and final baby shower (I really am done with 4 kids!). It was utterly perfect and babycakies and I felt quite loved. The celebration was a simple, yet fancy picnic surrounded by my closest friends and centered around something I love... cupcakes! Actually, I love all sweets, but this particular party was a cupcake decorating party. It was fun to see everyone decorate their cupcakes and try to win for the prettiest and the ugliest. Let me tell you that some of these gals got pretty creative with some ugly cupcakes. There were so many details that were lovingly infused into the whole celebration. I really do have the bestest friends!
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Danni and Linda are pretty amazing together when they plan something, then throw in my mom, well, you just know it is gonna be great! To make sure they had all their bases covered and knowing how nerdy about pictures I am, they made sure to have my close friend Owen, who is a photographer, take pictures and then they know how much I love video, they had Jenny video.

If there weren't enough pictures on this post, can see more here and of course, they made sure to have a little video... all too perfect!
party planners: Danni and Linda (with my mom and sisters)
invitation: Danni (and this clever gal did the wording)
favors: Danni and Linda
food: my mom (and sisters)
photography: John Lauren
videography: Jenny Kim
my dress (cause I have a feeling you will ask): salvage house (see sponsor ad on the side, same dress, I had to have it once I saw it)

Want to read other posts on the party? See RJ's (my sis), Helen's, Linda's, Jenny's, Karen's, and I am sure Danni's will come up later up now here.

To all my friends (and family) who have spent the last five years throwing me baby showers... I love you all and am blessed by the love of God that flows through each of you. God is truly so good to me to give me such wonderful friends and I can hardly wait for the opportunity to give return the joy you each have given me! I love all of you lots!!!

*all photos courtesy of John Lauren.
Posted by Rubyellen at 8:30 AM
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61 comments:

  1. prettybabyAugust 16, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    what a sweet shower! i adore your dress! so bright and happy! xx

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  2. AprilAugust 16, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    I absolutely lovely! I love the idea of an outdoor shower! And being able to top your own cupcakes. Looks like a great time was had by all!

    Join Me At the Sweet Feet Shuffle Launch Party- August 18th!

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  3. AprilAugust 16, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    was this across from the summit house? perfect spot girl....looks lovely, and you look amazing in that bight and happy dress!
    xoxo

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  4. RubyellenAugust 16, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    april- yes! it was! ;)

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  5. Brooke PAugust 16, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    What a wonderful way to celebrate #4! Congrats!

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  6. Translated: UnderTheSunAugust 16, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Just a lovely baby shower!

    Man... Soul looks like she is sitting on a chair, but its your tummy LOL!

    Babycakies come out and relieve your mommy :)

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  7. Misha LuluAugust 16, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    very beautiful! Thank you for inviting us!

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  8. marissa (stylebook)August 16, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    so cute!

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  9. SonjaAugust 16, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Wow! That looks like such an amazing shower!!! The photos are gorgeous too. Amazingness all around! :o)

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  10. My latest obsessionAugust 16, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    This looks soooo adorable, totally jealous!

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  11. jozenAugust 16, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    amazing!! a perfect shower for you. you look so happy and glowing and can i say that i LOVE your shoes?!?!?!

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  12. AnonymousAugust 16, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    you're always my favorite online mom!

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  13. luke and pamelaAugust 16, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    i can't really even look at the shower because i can't get past that perfect so gorgeous dress!

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  14. hartje-bloemAugust 16, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    WOW! what a beautiful shower and family ;)

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  15. HazelWeaAugust 16, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Your squeal when the sparkler was finally lit...Priceless!! Looked like such an amazing day!

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  16. jorjiapeachAugust 16, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    superrrr cute dress. and the shower looked just magical.

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  17. UnknownAugust 16, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    So so cute, I love everything!

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  18. jessicajaneAugust 16, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    What a beautiful baby shower! Was that held where Danni's wedding was? And I see she chopped her hair off! Cute! Love your dress too, by the way :)

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  19. richelle jeanAugust 16, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    my post is coming! my post is coming!

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  20. giselaandzoeAugust 16, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    how lovely! looked like a great time, your girls are just precious!

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  21. HannahAugust 16, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Thats so sweet and lovely! Showers are the most fun!

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  22. AnaAugust 16, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    That is the sweetest baby shower!! I love the video!!

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  23. DeboraAugust 16, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Is this really real? It is so beautiful, you all are.

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  24. Sarah CreightonAugust 16, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    What a wonderful celebration! So beautiful. I like the picture of Soul sitting on your belly-a nice built in seat!

    Sarah
    Veggie Kids

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  25. HannasHörnaAugust 16, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Hello!

    Lovely pictures! Good luck with everything!

    Best Wishes from Sweden:)

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  26. JaneAugust 16, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    LOVE your dress! You look so happy and relaxed. xxx

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  27. liza janeAugust 16, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    The photos are amazing! What a great idea for a baby shower- decorating cupcakes.

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  28. Dani F. BoydAugust 16, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    You look adoooooooooorable!!!

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  29. Corrie AnneAugust 16, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Darling! I heart the stripey dress!

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  30. Stacy HartAugust 16, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    such a fun video, and...the SHOES!!! :)

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  31. kit and nancy.August 16, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    just gorgeous! you look stunning. can i keep soul? she's divine!

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  32. Ashley AdamsAugust 16, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    This is such a beautiful baby shower and it was captured in such a lovely way! I can't imagine how amazing it must have looked in person. I love all of the details- the cake stands, the cupcakes, the "R," the 4 sparkler, and the cupcake garland.

    && Is it possible that someone pregnant could look sooo beautiful?! That dress looks so great on you!

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  33. HayleyAugust 16, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    What a wonderful group of family and friends you have!

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  34. La DinetteAugust 16, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    What a beautiful beautiful party!!
    Love the pictures!!!
    Make me wanna have a third one!!

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  35. TeresaAugust 16, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    hi there! just wanted to say hi and introduce myself, i'm a new follower. i just spent a couple hours reading through your blog, catching up on your story. i am hooked. the photos of your girls made me laugh (esp the one w/kirsten dunst), and your love for your family brought a tear to my eyes. i am looking forward to learning more from you.

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  36. RoseAugust 16, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    This entire post makes me wish I was at this party! You are so blessed to have such wonderful family and friends :)

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  37. Natalie NaomiAugust 16, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    I love every detail of that shower, so fantastic! Congrats again and I can't wait to read all about Baby Cakes #4.

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  38. lnhwangAugust 16, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    =)

    <3

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  39. ThereseAugust 17, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    Very lovely indeed !!!!!

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  40. karenAugust 17, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    WHOA you're about to pop! :)

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  41. KatyhaAugust 17, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    I am gobsmacked at the invitation...so so pretty and so so generous. You are so precious!

    I cannot believe how quickly this time has gone, why can't it go a little slower just for mums? enjoy it all dearest time is so fleeting

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  42. astr!dAugust 17, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    you are just the most beautiful momma ever!!! and your legs, i gotta say- GEORG!!!!!! you are so lucky and it was so sweet to watch the video!!

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  43. Tanya August 17, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Rubyellen, that shower looks like so much fun, and your friends can sure throw a cute party. That video got me all excited for you, because you know once you have the shower, the baby is about to come! God bless you guys during the birth and I hope all goes well! Can't wait to see if it's a boy or a girl!

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  44. MargitAugust 17, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Thank you for sharing these wonderful and perfect pictures - they all tell a great story and the mood is just amazing. I'm so happy that I found my way here today - look forward to follow your great blog


    x
    Margit
    Creative Tai

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  45. AnonymousAugust 17, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    adorable shower! i love your dress too, so summery and bright.

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  46. LO FI LOVEAugust 17, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    so adorable! all you ladies looked great! awesome job, party planners!

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  47. Sandy a la ModeAugust 17, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    such a sweet shower!!! love your dress ruby ellen!!

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  48. Med et lekent sinn / With a playful mindAugust 17, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    amazingly beautiful! I love it! You are so blessed,with grat friends and family. Makes me smile! :D

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  49. AnonymousAugust 17, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    you look beautiful!!

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  50. katie [the bright life]August 17, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    okay, my head is about to explode from all the cuteness! what sweet friends you have to throw you such a lovely bash. and you and your girls are BEAUTIFUL. i can't get over it. xo, katie

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  51. katieAugust 17, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    you guys are all so adorable! you have the coolest friends!

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  52. Sarah JoyAugust 17, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Such a sweet shower! You & your girls are adorable as always :)

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  53. Marty J. ChristopherAugust 17, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    This is, as usual, an amazing, creative, BEAUTIFUL affair. You guys throw the best parties and have the most lovely affairs thrown for you. Congrats again! : )

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  54. KinderTeacherAugust 18, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    oh the dress is gorgeous and you look AMAZING and WHERE are those SHOES from!?!?!?!?!

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  55. Jenn KirkAugust 19, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    What a shower, and you're such a pretty mama! Those heels -- you make pregnancy look so breezy. I'm struggling already and I'm only 7 mos along!

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  56. Paper-CharmedAugust 19, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    looks like a fun baby shower. your friends and family did a superb job - very detail oriented!

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  57. LindseyAugust 19, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    what a cute shower idea! your get togethers are always so festive & i looove your dress! congrats on baby #4!!

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  58. QuelAugust 21, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Hi Ruby!

    That's cute and blessed family! this is the reason to follow your blog ... I love your ideas and the love that makes all things!

    God Bless you and your family!

    =) ^^

    Quel

    http://kekaskitchen.blogspot.com

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  59. AnonymousAugust 21, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    I adore the video! Such a creative idea - I love it! Those cupcakes looked so yummy!
    I'm glad it was a beautiful day out for your baby shower! That's God Smiling down at you!

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  60. Nadia JonkerAugust 25, 2011 at 1:11 AM

    The video brought a little tear to my eye! So beautiful! x

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  61. Molly GertenbachApril 3, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    What a fun and creative way to throw a shower! your little girls are absolutely adorable and I'm sure number four will be too. Good luck!

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