61 Cactus Baby Shower Photos We're Totally Stuck On
Let's face it, you're not an arugula mom (see what I did there?), you're a cool mom — which means you're probably up to date on all of the trendy baby shower themes out there. If you're preparing for an upcoming cactus-themed baby shower, or perhaps honoring your heritage with a fiesta-style baby shower, then boy oh boy (or should I say, girl oh girl) do we have some ideas for you. Thanks to our friends at Be Inspired, we have all of the sharp cactus decor photos you need to make your baby shower a prickly awesome day. Ahead, find some inspiration for your cactus-themed or decorated baby shower.
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Cute Desserts
Double down on your theme by decorating cacti with cactus-shaped treats, like this adorable macaron.
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Succulent Garden
Create a mini desert as your centerpiece with a flourishing succulent garden! Not only are these fun to look at, but they add a botanical flair into your decor.
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Decorative Vines
Turn your dinner party into a lush oasis with an abundance of vines!
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Flower Crowns
If you're going for a more bohemian vibe at your baby shower, then flower crowns are a great addition.
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Plant-Covered Signs
Emphasize your wall decor using botanical touches like this fun vine-wrapped sign!
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Party Decorations
Colorful paper decor is inexpensive and will add a bold touch to a cactus-themed baby shower.
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Bohemian Patio
Turn your patio into a bohemian desert with rattan chairs and large balloons!
Cactus Cake
Morph your shower's cake into a true desert by covering it with adorable cacti!
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Succulent Centerpieces
Make succulents the centerpiece and encourage guests to take them home as a party gift — they won't go to waste once the party is over!
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Paper Flowers
Easy to find, inexpensive, and a burst of color — you can't go wrong with paper flowers!
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'60s-Inspired Sign
To truly give off a hippy and bohemian feel, try out a fun slogan with an old-school font.
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Cactus Dishes
Serve your food on a cactus-shaped dish and no one will have a hard time figuring out your shower's theme.
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Succulents Favors
Empty space? Fill it with succulents for your guests to take home!
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Botanical Decor
Bring the outdoors in by using as much wood and greenery as possible!
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Succulent Garden Centerpieces
Succulent gardens are not only fun to create, but they also make great centerpieces.
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Tiny Cacti
Greet your guests with a gift as soon as they walk in the door with this fun succulent station.
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Miniature Succulents
Miniature everything is cute, including these mini succulent plants!
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Cactus Decor
This cute little cactus can be placed anywhere and is a great statement-making piece.
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Cactus Nametags
Forget tape, just stick your guests' name tags right onto a cactus. Not only is it precious, but efficient, too!
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Photobooth With Props
We personally love the "I'm just here for the cake" prop.
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Fiesta-Style Shower
If you're of Mexican descent, own your heritage like this couple did!
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Cactus Cupcakes
Give your cupcakes some added flavor with cute decorations like these cactus toppers ($8 for 12).
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Plants Galore
You can never have too many plants at a cactus-themed baby shower.
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Desert Decorations
Add some of your favorite desert plants to accent the rest of your decor.
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Cactus Cake
Forget extravagant cake toppings and simply use a cactus to top it all off.
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Desert Cookies
No, these cactus cookies will not hurt your mouth — we promise!
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Cactus Table Decor
Make it all about the cacti, from the plates to the centerpieces!
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Cactus Centerpiece
Everyone will be complimenting these adorable cactus centerpieces.
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Colorful Decor
If you're going for a fiesta-style baby shower to celebrate your heritage like this couple, the more color, the better.
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Vintage Record Player
Not only are record players fun to listen to, but they add to the decor!
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Cactus-Centered Party
Let your cake do the talking and make it the center of your table decor!
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Moroccan Planters
There's nothing better than a baby shower that's well thought out, and this woven planter proves that. Build on your desert theme by adding a Moroccan twist.
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Blow-Up Cactus
If you feel your cactus shower theme isn't making the statement you were hoping for, add a blow-up cactus into the mix. There's nothing wrong with some added green — plus, they're fun to look at!
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Blossoming Centerpieces
Not every plant at your baby shower has to be a cactus! Test out something different by incorporating a beautiful, blossoming centerpiece.
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Botanical Cards
Your baby shower's cards are what set the tone for the day, so you might as well incorporate them into your decor.
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Decorative Signs
You might not be able to have a cocktail at your shower, but your guests can! Show them what their options are with some fun decorative signs.
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Cactus Cookies
This cookie station looks so tasty and matches the cactus theme perfectly!
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Desert-Printed Spoon
Make your baby shower as cute as can be with these creative desert spoons.
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Baby Girl Sign
A fun way to remind friends and family of your baby girl is with a decorative sign or themed papel picado!
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Fringe Garland
This couple celebrated their Mexican heritage with cacti and papel picado galore!
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Patio Decor
If you're an outdoorsy person, then the patio is the way to go. Decorate picnic benches with fun runners and lots of greenery for a bohemian flair.
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Personalized Table Decor
Don't let your baby shower invitations go to waste! Use whatever extras you have as table-top decor.
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Cactus Gummies
Everyone loves a tasty treat! If you're not interested in giving away tons of succulents, try out some cactus-shaped gummies.
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Greenhouse Baby Shower
Enjoy your cactus baby shower in a room full of cacti! Greenhouses are extremely calming and a great place to celebrate your baby.
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Cactus Decor
A blow-up cactus? It's a yes for us — and this little one, too.
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Picado Banners
The detail on these papel picado banners is so festive and looks great for a desert-themed shower!
Desert Vibes
Enjoy the desert anywhere you are with golden cacti decor and warm flowers.
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Taco Confetti
Go above and beyond and let your family and friends know your menu ahead of time with this adorable taco confetti.
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Alcohol and Succulents
If it's a true party, then these two things go hand in hand.
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Cactus Planters
Creative and beautiful, succulent gardens make perfect centerpieces.
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Cactus-Filled Greenhouse
There's no decorations necessary when you're celebrating in a greenhouse!
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Confetti Cupcakes
Embrace the celebration with these adorable confetti cupcakes. The tall decorations even give off a cactus vibe!
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Succulent Planting
Forget regular baby shower games and have your guests get their hands dirty with a fun succulent-planting activity that fits your theme!
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Colorful Succulents
Add some personality and incorporate colorful succulents into your theme.
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Golden-Wrapped Llamas
Llamas are so cute, and these miniature llamas wrapped in gold are even cuter.
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Cactus Plates
These cactus plates are anything but prickly, and add a creative twist to your shower decor.
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Cactus Centerpiece
Place miniature cacti on stacked stone slabs for an even more rustic feel.
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Cactus Cake
The classic cactus always looks like it's ready for a party, which is why this cake will have everyone in a good mood.