Assuming that you want to be throwing a general baby shower theme, picking supplies at your local store work just fine. You can either check that your local party store, or your local dollar store. Besides the obvious such as silverware or utensils, you’re going to want to get some party supplies to create that festive kind of mood. Remember, people coming to this party are going to be need to be the put into party mode. You want to create the feeling of anticipation that an eight year old would have right before his /her birthday party that you would be attending when you were also eight years old. To do this, make sure you get plenty of balloons and if possible helium to fill them with.
Now remember if this is a baby shower for a girl try to get light pink pastel color type the balloons and streamers. And of course, if it is for a boy, be sure to get appropriate colors for that theme. It is a good idea to have a list of your decoration ideas when you were out shopping for supplies because it will give you a mindset that will help you choose other supplies that you think would enlighten the party. Just remember, if you’re on a budget also write that number down before you go shopping so they don’t end up coming up short for other aspects of your shower. With your budget in mind, make a priority list of what you are going to need most and in descending order the importance of the supplies, so you will keep your shopping trip focused and within your budget.