DIY Jungle Baby Shower Centerpiece

2 min read September 14, 2026 Missy and Kristen
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We love when we can create our own statement centerpiece that not only looks cute but is simple to make! We transformed a plain white box into a jungle-inspired baby block decked out in palm leaves and adorable, jungle animals. Not only was the centerpiece an adorable piece of decor for our shower, but it also turned into a gift for the parents-to-be! Here's how to get started.

Project Time
20 to 35 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Begin by adding a coat of light blue paint to the white card box. Allow to dry.

DIY Jungle Baby Shower Centerpiece step 1
Step
2

Trim the burlap scalloped bulletin board border into 16 pieces that equal the length of the edges of the card box. Adhere 4 strips to each side of the card box using hot glue.

DIY Jungle Baby Shower Centerpiece step 2
Step
3

Hot glue the burlap bulletin board letter cutout of your choice onto the center of each side of the box. We chose the baby's first and last initials to make the centerpiece a bit more personalized.

DIY Jungle Baby Shower Centerpiece step 3
Step
4

Next, pour a mix of blue and white candies into a glass vase and add 3 palm leaves.

DIY Jungle Baby Shower Centerpiece step 4
Step
5

Cut the lion and two floral pieces from the jungle baby shower hanging decor and hot glue them to natural bamboo skewers. Place the skewers into the vase.

DIY Jungle Baby Shower Centerpiece step 5
Step
6

Place the vase into the box and display on at your Jungle Baby Shower!

Don't miss out on the FREE downloadable Don't Say Baby Game and the instructions to make your own Animal Print Chocolate Covered Strawberries.

DIY Jungle Baby Shower Centerpiece step 6

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