How To Host An Adorable Peter Rabbit Baby Shower

Even as a child, I took care of my Beatrix Potter collection. While most little ones were busy scribbling in their books, I was the proud owner of a pristine set, neatly lined up on my bookshelf, far away from my two mischievous brothers. Each book sat immaculate in its dust jacket, nestled in a presentation box like tiny treasures.

So, when I was asked to style a baby shower with a Peter Rabbit theme, I didn’t just hop at the chance, I practically burrowed into it with excitement!

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Venue

The baby shower took place in the conservatory at The Diplomat Hotel. Think white gloss floor tiles, big windows, and a view of the gardens that would make even Mr. McGregor proud. One wall had exposed brickwork, adding just the right touch of rustic charm.

When choosing a venue, I always look for a neutral backdrop. Busy wallpaper and patterned carpets? Not my vibe. I wanted the theme to shine, not compete with busy decor.

The colour palette was a soft pale blue and white; classic, calming, and perfect for a baby boy! To bring the outdoors in, I added green and brown accents using log slices, pinecones, artificial flowers, dried nutshells, bark, and leafy foliage. Gingham and floral bunting tied everything together, and Blodau Elli’s fresh floral arrangements added a lovely finishing touch.

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Welcome

From the moment guests stepped into the room, I wanted them to feel like they were entering a storybook, one filled with soft colours, garden vibes, and a touch of nostalgia. The welcome area was the first impression, so I made sure it set the tone for the entire baby shower.

Peter Rabbit Welcome Sign

Greeting guests at the entrance was a beautifully framed welcome sign from Adorn My Wall. I chose a pale blue wooden frame that complemented the colour palette perfectly, and the artwork featured the classic Beatrix Potter illustrations we all know and love.

Peter Rabbit Inspired Welcome Drinks

Next up: refreshments! I always think a welcome drink is a lovely way to ease guests into the event. For this shower, I served light blue lemonade in vintage style mason jars. The colour was achieved with just a drop or two of blue food colouring, easy, effective, and oh-so-pastelly.

Each jar was decorated with a blue and white gingham ribbon, a Peter Rabbit label (which you can download for free below!), and a stripy paper straw. It’s those little touches that make even a simple drink feel special.

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Guest Book: Wishing Tree

Instead of a traditional guest book, I wanted something more interactive and memorable, something that felt like it belonged in the world of Peter Rabbit. So, I created a tabletop version of Mr. McGregor’s garden, complete with a wishing tree where guests could leave their messages, advice, and well wishes for the parents to be.

The base of the display was styled like a miniature garden scene. I used a mix of natural textures, log slices, pinecones, dried nutshells, and bark, to give it that earthy, woodland feel. Nestled among the foliage were tiny carrots, miniature garden tools, and a plant pot filled with moss. A mini wooden wheelbarrow held the blank tags, ready for guests to write on.

The tree itself was a twig style wishing tree, with bare branches perfect for hanging the tags. I encouraged guests to write a message and hang it on the tree using rustic twine. A framed sign with instructions sat beside the display, styled in a matching Peter Rabbit design to keep everything cohesive.

One of my favourite finds was a piece of metal wall art I stumbled across in a local charity shop. It featured three trees attached to a wooden fence, absolutely perfect as a backdrop! I gave it a little makeover with hand painted details and wood stain to match the rest of the décor. It added height and depth to the display, making it feel like a real corner of Mr. McGregor’s garden.

And of course, no Peter Rabbit garden would be complete without a scarecrow! He stood proudly beside the tree, keeping watch over the messages like a true garden guardian.

I made my own using simple materials, no sewing required, and dressed him in a tiny blue jacket, check out the step by step guide below!

Top Tip: If you’re recreating this at home, consider adding a soft scent to the area, like lavender or rosemary tucked into the foliage to make the experience even more immersive. It’s a small touch, but it really brings the garden to life.

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Cake

No baby shower is complete without a dessert table that makes guests stop and say, “Wow!” and this one did just that. The centrepiece was a stunning two-tier cake created by the incredibly talented Natacha Yummy Cakes. Decorated in soft blues and whites with delicate Peter Rabbit details, it was almost too pretty to cut.

The cake was accompanied by matching cupcakes, each topped with charming themed toppers, decorated with fondant carrots, cabbages, and miniature watering cans. The traditional design stayed true to the Beatrix Potter aesthetic, and the flavours were just as delightful as the presentation.

To frame the dessert table, I placed two balloon towers on either side in coordinating shades of pale blue and white. They added height and a sense of celebration without overpowering the table itself.

For the styling, I layered textures and levels to create visual interest. I stacked a set of three Peter Rabbit themed storage suitcases, one on top of the other, and placed a vintage water jug filled with garden flowers on a white cake stand in the corner. A wood effect rabbit figure stood proudly on another cake stand, tied with a soft blue ribbon around its neck.

To bring in more of that rustic garden feel, I added artificial grass, pinecones, nuts, and bark around the base of the display. One of my favourite touches was a hurricane vase filled with leafy carrots (with a little help from parsley) and tied with a blue ribbon. I placed it on a large log slice to give it height and a natural finish.

The end result was a dessert table that not only looked beautiful but felt like a continuation of the storybook garden theme. Guests were drawn to it like bees to honey, and let’s just say, not a single cupcake was left behind!

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Games

What’s in the Bag?

This game was not only fun to play, it doubled as a charming decorative feature that blended with the rest of the baby shower theme. I love when games can be both interactive and beautiful, and this one ticked both boxes!

To set it up, I used brown kraft paper bags and sealed pale blue letters onto the front of each one to spell out “BABY SHOWER”. Each bag was filled with a baby related item that started with the corresponding letter. For example:

• B – Bottle
• A – Activity Play Mat
• B – Bib
• Y – Yellow Duck
• S – Stroller
• H – High Chair
• O – Oil
• W – Walker
• E – Ear Thermometer
• R – Rattle

To decorate the bags, I added pastel blue tissue paper peeking out of the top and tied each one with a blue satin ribbon. The result was a row of beautifully coordinated bags that looked like part of the décor.

I displayed the bags in two neat lines on a table, with a wooden crate holding the answer sheets and a blue plant pot filled with pens. To tie it all into the Peter Rabbit theme, I styled the table with a plush Peter Rabbit toy, pinecones, artificial flowers, and green leaves.

This game was a lovely icebreaker and a great way to get everyone involved early on. Plus, it looked adorable on display, because as we know, it’s all in the detail.

Celebrity Babies Game

This game is always a crowd pleaser and a great mixer! I took an empty wooden frame, stained it for a rustic look, and wrapped it in a floral garland to give it that outdoors feel. Then, I strung twine across the frame to mimic a clothesline and used miniature wooden pegs to hang printed photos of celebrities as children.

Similar to the previous game, I accessorised the setup to match the baby shower décor. I used a wooden crate to hold the answer sheets and a blue plant pot to hold the pens. To complete the look, I positioned a wood effect rabbit statue on a log slice, surrounded by carrots and pinecones. It tied in beautifully with the rustic garden theme and added a playful nod to our favourite bunny.

Guests had to guess who each baby faced celeb was, some were surprisingly tricky! You can download the celebrity image cards and answer sheets below to recreate this game at your own event.

Want to make it more personal? Ask guests to bring a baby photo of themselves instead of using celebrity images. It works especially well with family or close knit groups like work colleagues, just make sure everyone knows each other, or it might turn into a guessing game of “Who’s that baby?” with no answers!

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Backdrops

Peter Rabbit Backdrop: Vintage Ladder

This was hands down one of my favourite features of the entire baby shower, and it truly felt like stepping into Mr. McGregor’s garden.

I started with a vintage wooden ladder that I had already painted in soft white chalk paint. The finish gave it a lovely rustic texture, perfect for our countryside theme. I wanted this ladder to be more than just a prop, it was the heart of the room’s storytelling.

To bring the garden to life, I styled each step and the surrounding area with carefully chosen, colour coordinated pieces. Think earthy browns, and fresh greens, and a touch of blue, I added:

• Metal plant pots and watering can in cream, decorated with blue ribbon, filled with faux herbs and leafy greens.
• Wicker basket holding a tall water jug brimming with garden florals.
• Gardening tools like a mini trowel and fork, in olive green to match the theme.
• Wooden crate stacked beside the ladder, adding rustic texture.
• Glass jars of varying sizes filled with carrots, (topped with parsley, my little trick for that leafy look!)
• Pebbles scattered around the base to mimic a garden path.
• A leafy garland draped down one side of the ladder, tying everything together with a soft, natural flow.

I added 3D letters onto the wooden ladder spelling “Boy” (though in hindsight, pastel blue might’ve popped more!)

What made this setup so special was how immersive it felt. Guests kept commenting that it was like walking into a storybook scene. It was whimsical, earthy, and completely DIY, proof that you don’t need licensed merchandise to create something magical. As always, it’s all in the detail.

Peter Rabbit Themed Photo Booth

The photo booth was a real hit, and it looked just as good as the photos taken in it! I made the most of the room’s beautiful exposed stone wall, using it as a natural backdrop for a vintage style setup that blended seamlessly with the rest of the décor.

I included a large vintage frame, which I wrapped in a floral garland to give it that garden party feel. It was propped up against the stonework so guests could pose behind it like a living picture frame, perfect for selfies and group shots. The garland added tied it in beautifully with the garden elements used throughout the room.

To complete the look, I hung gingham fabric bunting above, placed a wicker picnic basket filled with blue and white photo props, and added a handwritten chalkboard sign. The props were all colour coordinated, no random wigs or neon sunglasses here! Everything was either pale blue, white, or baby themed (think giant bottles, dummies, and bibs).

I’m a big believer in visual flow, especially in photo areas. When guests look back at their pictures, I want every detail to feel cohesive and intentional. And this setup? It was picture perfect.

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Sweet Cart and Craft Station

Peter Rabbit Themed Sweet Cart

Talking about the room feeling cohesive, the sweet cart was styled by Sweet Things, and they absolutely nailed the brief. The cart featured a blue and white gingham canopy that complemented the bunting used throughout the room.

Each sweet jar was filled with treats in white and different shades of blue colours, and the paper bags had a vintage feel with the soft blue and white pinstripe design to keep everything matching. Even the pom poms decorating the cart were colour matched to the theme, and Beatrix Potter framed artwork and bunting was featured in the setup.

Guests were invited to help themselves, and the cart stayed busy all afternoon. It was a lovely way to give everyone a little sugar boost before the games kicked off.

Styling Tip: If you’re hiring a sweet cart from a supplier, share your colour palette and theme in advance. A good stylist will tailor the details to match your vision, and when they do, it makes all the difference.

Bow Tie Craft Station

The bow tie making station was perfect for guests of all ages. It gave everyone a chance to sit down, get creative, and make something adorable (and surprisingly stylish!). I set up a small table with just four seats to keep things calm and avoid any chaos with hot glue guns and scissors flying about.

I had two mini wooden wheelbarrows filled with neatly folded fat quarters of fabric in soft blues, whites, and neutral tones. I also laid out a selection of buttons, ribbons, and embellishments, all colour coordinated to match the rest of the décor. Even the smallest details, like the bunny shaped teabag holders I used to store the crocodile clips were chosen to fit the theme.

To display the finished dickie bow ties, I set up a white empty frame on a wooden easel and strung twine across it like a garden clothesline. A leafy garland draped along the top added a whimsical, outdoorsy touch. Guests clipped their finished bow ties to the line using miniature wooden pegs, creating a sweet little gallery of handmade keepsakes.

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Afternoon Tea

At the centre of the dining table was a hot air balloon display created by CJ’s Balloons. It added height and a playful focal point to the room, with a plush Peter Rabbit nestled inside the wicker basket, ready for an adventure.

Each place setting featured vintage crockery, Peter Rabbit themed napkins, and a dainty teacup for sipping speciality tea or freshly brewed filter coffee. Guests were treated to a classic afternoon tea served by the hotel, including finger sandwiches like cucumber and cream cheese, home cooked ham with English mustard, and egg mayonnaise with cress.

There was no shortage of sweet treats either; custard slices, chocolate brownies, and my personal favourite: warm scones with clotted cream and jam. The table felt like something straight out of a countryside picnic, but with a touch of elegance and a whole lot of charm.

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Party Favours

I always think party favours are the cherry on top of a well styled event. They’re the last thing your guests see as they leave, so I like to make sure they feel appreciated, and leave with a smile (and maybe a little sugar rush!).

Winners of the games took home themed party bags filled with chocolate treats, baby pins, a Peter Rabbit keyring, and a travel size baby oil, a mix of cute and practical. For everyone else, I created Peter Rabbit sweet cones, filled with pastel coloured sweets and finished with a custom label that matched the traditional artwork used throughout the shower.

Little Extra: I displayed the favours in a rustic wooden crate lined with gingham fabric and tucked in a few sprigs of faux greenery to keep the garden theme going right to the end. It was a small touch, but it made the favours feel like part of the overall story.

Here’s your downloadable file with Peter Rabbit themed sweet cone labels, perfect for cookies, gift bags or other party favours.

Final Thoughts

This Peter Rabbit baby shower was a joy to create, from the rustic garden touches to the vintage charm and thoughtful games. Whether you’re planning your own or helping a friend, I hope this post has given you plenty of inspiration.

If this Peter Rabbit celebration made your heart hop with joy, wait until you see what else I’ve got! More baby shower magic is just a click away:

Have you hosted a Peter Rabbit party or have ideas to share? I’d love to hear from you in the comments!