In this whimsical and celebratory illustration for a new baby greeting card, imagine a dreamy pastoral landscape inspired by the lush imagination of Beatrix Potter and the playful absurdity of Quentin Blake. The scene is set in a pastel wonderland under a cerulean sky dotted with fluffy cotton candy clouds. In the foreground, there's an elaborate, vintage-style hot air balloon, reminiscent of Gustave Doré's intricate illustrations, with a basket woven from golden reeds. Dangling from the balloon is a whimsical banner that reads "Baby is Coming" in lively, hand-lettered script that echoes the art nouveau flair of Aubrey Beardsley.

The basket is occupied by an adorable ensemble of anthropomorphic animals — a dapper rabbit in a tiny waistcoat, a hedgehog wearing a bonnet, and a curious duckling peeking over the edge, all of whom could have easily waddled out of a Beatrix Potter tale. These characters are enthusiastically tossing pastel-colored confetti, which floats through the air like a shower of cheerful petals. Below them, a parade of animals — including a stately deer with a garland of flowers, a bear cub holding a balloon, and a pair of playful squirrels — are joyfully marching through a meadow of wildflowers, reminiscent of a scene from N.C. Wyeth's grandiose landscapes.

In the distance, a small cottage, inspired by the rustic charm of Norman Rockwell's Americana, peeks out from behind a grove of apple trees. The cottage has a quaint thatched roof, with smoke gently curling from the chimney, suggesting a cozy hearth within. The illustration is a harmonious blend of nature and whimsy, with each element carefully crafted to celebrate the joyous arrival of the new baby, marked by the jubilant message high in the sky.

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