One of the best things at baby showers happens to be diaper cakes, or really anything made out of diapers that you can use to decorate a baby shower. This type of decoration is also very functional, and parents-to-be can use everything you’ve put together once their baby arrives.
Diaper showers, in fact, are growing in popularity as an alternative to the traditional baby shower. Keep it simple by asking baby shower guests to bring only diaper gifts! And remember there are several baby diaper sizes, so ask guests to diversify what they contribute.
Here are 14 creative baby shower diaper gifts and decorations that you can make yourself — and many are available for purchase, too. Customize them to suit the parents-to-be.
1. Owl diaper cake
This item is perfect for any woodland creature-themed baby shower. (Or just for any owl lover!)
Where to buy: Owl diaper cake (PopSugar, $38)
2. R2-D2 diaper cake
If you’re a Star Wars enthusiast and want the force to be with your child, this R2-D2 diaper cake is out of this world and easy to make yourself.
Where to buy: Diaper Droids instructions (DiaperZooDesigns/Etsy, $7)
3. Trucks baby diaper cake
This is such a creative theme for a cake, with the trucks, hats, signs and construction equipment. Absolutely adorable.
Where to buy: Construction baby shower gift (BabyBlossomCo/Etsy, $80)
4. Sleeping baby diaper cake
Decorate any shower with a cute sleeping diaper baby, easily made gender-neutral.
Where to buy: Sleeping baby diaper cake (BabyBinkz/Etsy, $50)
5. Diaper train
Accompanied by a cute stuffed animal, this diaper train will turn heads.
Where to buy: Diaper cake choo choo train (JessiesJubilance/Etsy, $70)
6. Teddy bear diaper cake
This teddy bear-themed diaper cake can be transformed into any theme, for boys, girls or gender-neutral.
Where to buy: Teddy bear diaper cake (AJFCrafts/Etsy, $40)
7. Diaper wreath
Hang this DIY-diaper wreath on the door of the baby shower or as a backdrop to the party.
8. Princess diaper cake
For the princess in all of us, this diaper cake really can make dreams come true.
Where to buy: Pink tutu diaper cake (DiaperMakeOvers/Etsy, $65)
9. Diaper guitar
For the rock n’ roll baby, a diaper guitar is a must-have item at a baby shower.
Where to buy: Guitar diaper cake (DiaperMakeOvers/Etsy, $64)
10. Rock n’ roll diaper band
This drummer set is another option for a rock n’ roll baby.
Where to buy: Diaper Creations (Leave It 2 Me, starting at $12)
11. Motorcycle diaper cake
This diaper cake idea makes the stuffed animal an integral part of the design. It’s also a great alternative to a traditional diaper cake.
Where to buy: Alder Creek Gifts (Amazon, $59)
12. Diaper sock baby
These diaper sock babies are great as table centerpieces or just as general decor around the baby shower.
Where to buy: Diaper sock baby (MsCarlasBabyCakes/Etsy, $5 for one)
13. Diaper castle
If you’re having a baby shower themed with princesses or anything “happily ever after,” this castle diaper cake is a great addition.
Where to buy: Princess castle diaper cake (AngelsClosetUS/Etsy, $75)
14. Diaper carriage and diaper babies
This DIY diaper cake is a really cute way to incorporate diaper babies into a larger diaper cake, including a carriage. Way too much cuteness.
