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So you’ve been invited to a baby shower and you are unsure about what to get. That’s a common experience and that’s why we are here to help you out. When it comes to baby shower gifts, there is a very thin line between “this is an awesome gift” and “we are never going to use this in our lives.” Those who are looking to land in the former category should definitely take the time to read on and learn more.

Everyone wants to split the difference between useful and adorable. Your search is now over and we are going to teach you all about the diaper cake hack that will make your gift stand out. It’s a modern take on the classic baby shower gift, and as the kids say, we are here for it. YouTube account What’s Up Moms provided the tutorial and those who want to learn more should check out the clip for themselves for the best tips on recreating their own.

Diaper cakes are a great gift, but they come with a number of hassles and obstacles – well, they used to.

Photo: YouTube / WhatsUpMoms

To get started on creating a diaper cake with ease, there are a few items that you are going to need.

First, you’ll want to buy about 75 to 100 diapers! If you skimp out on the diapers, the diaper cake is simply not going to look as good. You’ll also need a decorative ribbon (duh), rubber bands and safety pins to hold the cake together, a 14″ cake circle to hold all of your diapers, three different baking pans (of varying sizes), an empty paper towel roll, and some cake toppers.

For full directions on how to assemble the diaper cake, definitely check out the tutorial below!