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Thursday, June 13, 2013

Back to the Baby Shower (Photostory)

Finally we are back to the shower.  Camille addresses the ladies.

"Thank you all for coming out today.  My niece, Kendra, has been like a daughter to me, so I am thrilled that she and Nathanial will be welcoming a beautiful baby boy soon.  It almost feels like I'm getting another grandchild."  (Camille) 

Just at that moment, Jacquelyn appears in the doorway, carrying a diaper cake.

"Speaking of daughters, hi honey.  You made it." (Camille to Jacquelyn)
"Okay, everyone at this time we are going to have a little lunch, so help yourself."  (Camille)

Some of the ladies make their way to the food table.

"Racquel, hey girl.  And look at Miss cutie pie."  (Jacquelyn)
"I was wondering if you were coming."  (Racquel)
"I had to stop by the office this morning."  (Jacquelyn)

"Come on, Mommy."  (Kourtney)
"Kourtney stop! You are going to fall."  (Grace)

"Okay, it's time to get my grub on."  (Tanisha)

"Alicia, move over.  You are in the way."  (Vanessa)
"She's fine." (Jordan)

Camille proceeds to remove the centerpieces so people can have room to eat.
"Mom, do you want me to help?"  (Grace)
"No, I got it.  You guys go get something to eat."  (Camille)

Pretty soon everyone has their plates.
"Hmmm Alicia.  Smells good, doesn't it." (Vanessa)

Jordan has scooted out to make a few phone calls.  Jackie and her daughters are catching up with each other.

Kendra is walking around and visiting with all the guests. 

"What's wrong, cuz?"  (Kendra)

"I'm okay.  Just a little tired."  (Jacquelyn)

"Are you going to eat something?"  (Dominique)
"No!"  (Tinia)

"Awww, what's wrong Tinia?"  (Kendra)
"She just needs a nap.  See what you have to look forward to?"  (Dominique)
"Well, I can't wait.  Of course I'm saying that now.  We'll see what I have to say two years from now."  (Kendra)

Racquel is getting ready to feed Shay.  She'll grab something to eat later.

Here is a closeup of the diaper cake.  Some diaper cakes will have baby accessories attached.  They didn't look right on my cake, so I kept it simple.

When we return we will embark on some shower games and gifts.  I promise it won't be long before we see them again.  Everything is all ready for the next episode. 

Note:  cuz = cousin
          grub = food
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40 comments:

  1. Black Doll EnthusiastJune 13, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    The diaper cake is too cute! Thanks for sharing a close-up image.

    Everyone is appropriately dressed for the current warm weather and Kendra looks like she is about deliver soon.

    dbg

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    1. VanessaJune 13, 2013 at 8:18 AM

      DBG - Thanks. The diaper cake was one of the things holding up the baby shower. It was decorated 3 different times. I finally got something I liked.

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  2. Ms. LeoJune 13, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    Great post! I should be dressing for work but I had to look! Jacquelyn's dress is fab! I like Vanessa's too. Did you make them? The cake is too cute. Will there be any games? I can't wait to see the cute gifts and the oohs and aahs. Great post!

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    1. VanessaJune 13, 2013 at 8:20 AM

      Ms. Leo - Thanks. Both those dresses and Grace's outfit are from barbie-couture, an ebay seller. She does wonderful work. Yes, there will be games.

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  3. Cindi MortensenJune 13, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    I really love the way you set up your scenes. Very realistic. I'm glad I'm not the only one out there that spends hours and days setting up scenes for stories! Casey's about did me in! LOL :-)

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    1. VanessaJune 13, 2013 at 2:08 PM

      Cindi - Thanks. No I don't spend that kind of time setting up dios. Most dios only get about 15 - 20 mins of my time for setup. But sometimes I will want something for an upcoming story, like the diaper cake, and that may delay the story. I have to be inspired to complete most projects. I just didn't have the right ribbons until this past weekend. As time goes on, you will probably figure out ways to cut down your setup time.

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  4. UnknownJune 13, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Okay I am so excited for her can't wait for the baby boy

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    1. VanessaJune 13, 2013 at 2:09 PM

      Taylor - We are all very excited. Getting this baby shower out the way will be a huge relief to everyone involved.

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  5. LauraJune 13, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    wOW Great Story, Cant wait to try the diaper Cake for myself, Is a shame you dont do tutorials :L And I hope Kendra Has it easy shes looking ready :D

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    1. VanessaJune 13, 2013 at 2:11 PM

      Yellow Apple Crafts - The cake isn't hard. Just some rolled fabric hot glued together and ribbon. You can do it. Kendra will be dropping that baby real soon. I hope she makes it through the shower okay.

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  6. VeronaJune 13, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    What a lovely gathering it is. I hope Kendra is feeling good about this. And poor Jacquelyn, she looks like she could use a nap. But society calls!

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  7. MustiwaitJune 13, 2013 at 1:12 PM

    I like that diaper cake

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    1. VanessaJune 13, 2013 at 2:13 PM

      Mustiwait - Thanks. I'm looking forward to making more of these.

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  8. UnknownJune 13, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    Hello from Spain: the cake is perfect. Great job. I also like the photos and outfits .This party is very real. Great job. . Keep in touch

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    1. VanessaJune 13, 2013 at 6:11 PM

      Marta - Thanks. Make sure you come back for games and gifts.

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  9. PuckJune 13, 2013 at 5:54 PM

    Great - it looks like a real party, the scene is that wonderful...thanks a lot for that fine stories.

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    1. VanessaJune 13, 2013 at 6:12 PM

      Puck - Thanks. These ladies are having a great side.

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  10. Vita PlasticaJune 13, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    Such a beautiful set. So much to look at! Love it! Gorgeous as usual.

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    1. VanessaJune 13, 2013 at 6:15 PM

      Vita Plastica - Thanks! I need to start working on that maternity suite. Kendra looks like she could drop that baby any moment.

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  11. Male Doll WorldJune 13, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    Great baby shower

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  12. Lindaivette38June 13, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    Hola Vanessa, como siempre, muy bonito. Hasta pronto.♡♥♡

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  13. Georgia GirlJune 13, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    Everything looks great! I love the diaper cake. Great job on it. I love Barbie-Couture fashions. I have a few pieces I plan to share soon. (Yep, I'm working on a post finally). Lol!

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    1. VanessaJune 14, 2013 at 8:34 AM

      Georgia Girl - Thanks! What?! A new post. I can't wait!

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  14. limbe dollsJune 14, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    Love Camille's dress! Bring on the games!

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    1. VanessaJune 14, 2013 at 8:36 AM

      limbe dolls - Thanks. Camille is wearing a dress from an Etsy seller.

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  15. LadyteeJune 14, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    That diaper cake is too cute Vanessa! Matter of fact everything looks great! Can't wait to see the games!

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    1. VanessaJune 14, 2013 at 9:41 AM

      Sonya - Thanks! My dolls get to experience all the things I didn't get to experience. They are so lucky!

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  16. Kenya G. JohnsonJune 14, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    Girl I am always in awe of all the details. Everybody looks so pretty. Love Jordan's purse!

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    1. VanessaJune 14, 2013 at 2:52 PM

      Kenya - Thanks. Are you talking about the orange purse? That's Jacquelyn. I only ask because Jordan's purse isn't showing in this post.

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  17. FarbieldJune 14, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    OMG! The diaper cake is sooooo cuteeeee! I used to make some like this for my pregnants´friends lol!

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    1. VanessaJune 14, 2013 at 2:54 PM

      Farbield - Thanks! That's great that you've made real diaper cakes before. A number of people had never seen them before.

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  18. The grandmommyJune 14, 2013 at 4:42 PM

    I love the way they always get together and have fun. What a fun group! Everyone and everything looks just like where I would love to be. Somehow I think you have just as much fun at they do when you are setting up. LOL

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    1. VanessaJune 14, 2013 at 9:40 PM

      Grandmommy - They do know how to have a good time. And no, they are having way more fun than I am, but I'm not complaining.

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  19. HeatherJune 14, 2013 at 8:22 PM

    I have to say, you did a great job on Kendra's tummy, it looks great!

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    1. VanessaJune 14, 2013 at 9:45 PM

      Heather - Thanks. I think the shirt is just the perfect pregnancy shirt.

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  20. MuffJune 16, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    I have never heard of a diaper cake! Just saying it reminds me of poop, but it's so freaking cute!

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    1. VanessaJune 16, 2013 at 4:01 PM

      Muff - ROFL! Looks like poop? I'm still trying to see that. Look up diaper cakes on the internet. You will be amazed at the creative things people come up with.

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    2. MuffJune 16, 2013 at 4:04 PM

      LOL, What? NO! I'm saying when I hear the name "diaper cake" I envision a bunch of poop in a circle made to look like a cake.

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