If you're planning a baby shower, you've likely been browsing the web in search of unique and fun ways to entertain your guests. One trend gaining popularity nowadays is the "Diaper Raffle." If...
Diaper Raffle: Baby Shower Game
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Picnic Makers Journal
Curated stories, guides & inspiration for unforgettable outdoor moments
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15+1 Outdoor Activities in LA
Los Angeles is basically an outdoor playground with better weather than most postcards. It has more recreational options than your weekend planner can handle. LA has a knack for blending nature and...
Diaper Cake Inspiration: Fun and Practical Ideas
Walk into a baby shower with a plain box of diapers, and you will get polite nods at best. Arrive with a diaper cake, and the spotlight is yours. It is the ultimate baby shower hack, equal parts...
Beach Birthday Party Ideas for a Party to Remember
What could top a birthday by the beach? The sound of the waves, the salty breeze, and a sky full of sunshine make the perfect backdrop for celebrating another year of life. Kids can run around and...
23 Boho Wedding Ideas for Modern Lovers
Did you know that boho weddings have become much more popular over the past 5 years? In fact, there's been a 50% increase in the number of boho weddings over that period. There's a reason this trend...
19 Team Building Activities for Small Group
Welcome to our guide on team-building activities, which are perfect for small groups! These ideas are a subset of office team-building exercises and fun group activities, similar to corporate party...
Candy Bar Ideas
Candy bar, candy buffet, sweet table-call it whatever, but all refer to the same thing: sweetening your celebrations. Be it a birthday party or anything else, we want to share some creative candy...
Golden Birthday Ideas That Feel Extra Special
Everyone talks about making birthdays special, but some years call for more than the usual routine. You’ve probably scrolled through the same party ideas again and again, still unsure how to make...
Sleepover Ideas for Girls
Planning a sleepover sounds fun until you realize how much work it takes. Picking a theme, organizing activities, and keeping everyone entertained can be stressful. But with the right sleepover...
Top Picks for Picnic & Party Essentials
We review only the products we use or would use in our own luxury setups
Top Beach Umbrellas
Welcome to Picnic Makers’ review of the best beach umbrellas and some great alternatives for a beach day or outdoor picnic. From our event planning experience, we know how important it is to protect...
Our Favorite Floor Cushions for Stylish Sitting
You know the feeling! A beautiful picnic setup, sun shining, everything picture-perfect, until guests start shifting uncomfortably on stiff blankets or sagging seat pads. It's the detail most hosts...
8 Best Bubble Machines: Our Most Unique Review
We are the Picnic Makers, a leading Los Angeles event planning company! We use bubbly machines for many events, including kids' birthday picnics, sleepover parties, and movie nights. Over the years,...
Top Bubble Guns for Kids: Nonstop Bubbles
It used to be about swings, snack tables, and maybe a tug-of-war rope. These days, the bubble gun steals the spotlight as soon as the kids arrive 🎉. The second one they reach for is usually in...
Best Men’s Beach Bags
Did you know that the concept of specialized bags for different activities dates back to ancient civilizations? In modern times, this has evolved into designing practical men's beach bags that carry...
Best Bluetooth Speakers Ranked by Event Designers
Most people choose the best Bluetooth speakers based on reviews and battery life. But we look at how they perform in real setups. As event designers, we need speakers who sound great and also blend...
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