Picnic Makers Journal

Curated stories, guides & inspiration for unforgettable outdoor moments

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Best Proposal Quotes

Best Proposal Quotes

Key Takeaways: Use a collection of the best proposal quotes to find inspiration and help you express your deepest feelings when you are lost for words. Focus on being your authentic self by speaking...

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5+1 Exciting Types Of Baby Showers

5+1 Exciting Types Of Baby Showers

Key Takeaways: Modern parents can choose from several types of baby showers, such as a seated brunch for a traditional feel or a flexible drop-in style for large groups. These formats help you...

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Baby Sprinkle Shower Ideas

Baby Sprinkle Shower Ideas

Key Takeaways: A baby sprinkle shower is an intimate gathering for parents who are welcoming a second, third, or fourth child. It is designed to be a low-pressure celebration that focuses on quality...

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Baby Shower Etiquette in One Scorecard

Baby Shower Etiquette in One Scorecard

Key Takeaways: Proper baby shower etiquette suggests guests spend between $30 and $150 on a baby shower gift and always RSVP by the deadline to help the host finalize food and seating. It is now...

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Boho Birthday Party Ideas

Boho Birthday Party Ideas

Key Takeaways: The best boho birthday party ideas focus on quality over quantity, choosing natural materials and curated vintage items over cheap plastic decorations. Set the stage for a modern boho...

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13th Birthday Party Ideas

13th Birthday Party Ideas

Key Takeaways: Choose Experience-Based Celebrations: Select memorable 13th birthday party ideas like a themed picnic or an outdoor movie night to make the transition into the teen years feel...

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First Birthday Themes

First Birthday Themes

Key Takeaways: Pick a theme based on your location and how much mess you want to clean up. Popular ideas often use puns like Wild One or First Trip Around the Sun because they are simple to decorate...

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Top Picks for Picnic & Party Essentials

We review only the products we use or would use in our own luxury setups

Best Non-Toxic Sunscreens, Reviewed

Best Non-Toxic Sunscreens, Reviewed

It’s 9 AM on a cloudless Malibu morning. The sun is already warming the sand, and the Picnic Makers team is in motion. We’re laying out heavy Moroccan rugs and fluffing velvet cushions for a...

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6 Best Beach Wagons: Ask a Pro!

6 Best Beach Wagons: Ask a Pro!

Last weekend, we saw a family trekking across the sand, juggling a vintage cooler, three beach bags, a wobbly stack ofbeach chairs, and two flying kites. It was a classic case of beach-day chaos. As...

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6 Outdoor Lanterns Chosen By Event Pros

6 Outdoor Lanterns Chosen By Event Pros

One time, our team was setting up a wedding reception in a beautiful garden. Everything was perfect, but as the sun set, I saw that familiar flicker of panic in the bride’s eyes. Her perfect day was...

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Best Water Jug Dispensers

Best Water Jug Dispensers

Warm water, leaky spigots, and plastic aftertaste ruin a good spread. You deserve ice-cold sips without drips. In this guide to the best water jug dispensers, we cut through the hype and highlight...

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Top Cornhole Game Sets with Real Scores

Top Cornhole Game Sets with Real Scores

Have you ever tossed a cornhole bag only to have it slide right off the back of the board, while the next one stops dead in its tracks? We have, and we know how frustrating it is to wonder, "Is the...

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