Best Supplies for a Baby Shower

Baby shower supplies come in several key categories you’ll want to stock to ensure every celebration is complete and memorable. You can test out various products in each category to find out what resonates best with your audience.

Consider also whether each of the supplies could double as an option for a gender reveal party as this is another use case for the same supplies. Review these leading supplies from SoNice Party as you determine what’s best for your party supply store. 

Banners

Party hosts can set the stage for their party with banners. This décor is also good for photobooths or backdrops where guests will capture photos and memories of the joyous occasion.

1. Themed Party Banner Baby Shower

You’ll find options for “It’s a Boy” and “It’s a Girl.” The banner is 10 feet long and comes with streamers that hang down to draw attention. The boy version is a soft baby blue while the girl version is bubble gum pink with gold lettering.

2. Classic Burlap Banner

The banner comes in “It’s a Boy” and “It’s a Girl” versions. Party hosts will find the banner perfect for baby showers that use a more rustic theme or are set in the great outdoors.

Between each word is a tiny set of footprints. In the boy version, those footprints are blue and in the girl version they are pink. The banner measures a little more than 9 feet.  Bulk packages come with 120 items to help you stock your store.

3. Cursive Balloon Banner

Nothing says it’s time to party quite like balloons do. Celebrate the new little one with these cursive balloons in “It’s a Boy” and “It’s a Girl” versions. 

These balloons are easy to inflate and simple to use in decorations. You can hang them or stick them to a wall. Just be aware that they are not helium ready. 

Customers will find these easy to work with while serving as an ideal backdrop to a party. Their shiny appearance is eye-catching and can upscale a party.

4. Mexico Papel Picado

Provide your customers with a traditional Mexican decoration with the papel picado in blue or pink.

5. Vinyl Party Backdrop

Use it as a sign or as the perfect place for photos. The baby shower vinyl party backdrop comes in “It’s a Boy” and “It’s a Girl” versions. 

Centerpieces

Allow your customers to create an ideal appearance for their next party with stunning centerpieces. Here’s a look at some options from SoNice Party to aid in creating a baby shower theme.

1. Themed Centerpiece Boxes

Made from hard paper board, these “It’s a Boy” and “It’s a Girl” centerpieces are great for holding candy, flowers or even party favors. The are three by three inches on the bottom and 4.5 inches at the top. They have words printed on all four sides.

Balloons

According to an analysis of party supplies sales, balloon sales are projected to grow 6.6% per year from 2025-2033. That takes the industry from $15.2 billion to $27 billion. Having the right balloons in your party supply store can make all the difference in capitalizing on that growth. Make sure you have these baby shower balloon options.

1. Themed Printed Latex Balloons

With “It’s a Boy” or “It’s a Girl” printed on both sides of the balloons, it won’t matter how they float; the party center will be transformed into the perfect setting for a baby shower. Packages include 12 balloons and are helium ready.

Party hosts might use these to indicate where the party is located or as a backdrop for photos. Balloons are a versatile party decoration that fan fit in just about anywhere.

2. 4-pack Balloon Boxes

These balloon boxes spell out the word “baby.” They include all four cubes with each cube measuring 12-inches by 12-inches. Fill them with any color of ballons that match your party. This is also great décor if the couple has kept baby’s gender a surprise. 

Tableware

The most popular and most-purchased party items are tableware. No matter how fancy a party is, it will require plates, cups and cutlery. Ensure you have adequate stock to support your customers’ party planning needs.

1. Themed Paper Plates

These 7-inch “It’s a Boy” or “It’s a Girl” plates are the perfect dessert plates. Carry the party theme throughout everything with these charming designs.

2. Themed Paper Napkins

Get matchy, matchy with your plates when you also supply “It’s a Boy” or “It’s a Girl” napkins. These 2-ply options include 24 napkins per package. 

3. 9 oz Themed Paper Cups

Get your drinkware to match the party theme with “It’s a Boy” or “It’s a Girl” cups. Packages include 24 cups.

4. Themed Table Cover

Many party centers supply ordinary plastic or metal tables. But with these table covers you can carry the theme throughout the whole party center. Get them in “It’s a Boy” or “It’s a Girl” options.

Décor

Help your party planners set the stage for the perfect party with these decoration options. 

1. 12-inch Lantern Baby Shower

Let the evening twinkle with these charming “It’s a Boy” or “It’s a Girl” lanterns. Hang for the perfect twilight celebration, especially during the winter months when there is less natural light. 

2. Acrylic Cake Topper

Turn an ordinary cake into the perfect themed cake with an “It’s a Boy” or “It’s a Girl” topper. These are also great for gender reveal parties as using both can signify the question of the baby’s gender. 

3. Themed Tissue Fans

This charming décor item comes in blue or pink options printed with “It’s a Girl” or “It’s a Boy.” They are a great value décor item that your customers will appreciate.

4. Acrylic Round Sign

Whether your customers want a backdrop or a neat piece of décor, these signs will help non-descript party venues match the baby shower theme. Get them in “It’s a Boy” or “It’s a Girl” versions.

Wholesale Baby Shower Party Supplies

Getting started with wholesale party supplies from SoNice Party is simple and fast. Create your wholesale account now to get started. The site offers everything from everyday party supplies to themed items that will meet the needs of your customers.

Further reading:

• Baby Shower Decoration Tips for Boy and Girl – SoNice Party
• Baby Shower Archives – SoNice Party
• Themed Party Banner Baby Shower It’s A Girl
• Themed Party Banner Baby Shower It’s A Boy