After a long hike, for a child’s birthday , or simply because the weather is right, there are many reasons to organize a picnic outside . Because the ideas of tutorials to organize a picnic are numerous. From making a DIY tablecloth , to making a picnic kit , to creating outdoor games, There is something for every taste. In the kitchen, don’t hesitate to be creative too! You can simmer a few club sandwiches in original colors or pretty pies with seasonal vegetables to delight everyone. Picnics are moments of conviviality and sharing, of greed and discoveries that allow us to disconnect and escape. So for the magic to be complete, follow the guide and discover all our tips for organizing a picnic !

1. Choose suitable recipes

Preparing a picnic menu might seem easy, but it’s actually quite an art. First rule of thumb, avoid dishes in sauce, those that are difficult to transport or that need to be reheated. Indeed, the magic of the picnic is that there is no oven or microwave around. This does not necessarily mean that you should opt for simple cherry tomatoes, but you should stick to cold recipes that are easy to eat by hand or in paper plates, sitting on the floor.

2. Prepare homemade drinks

Going to the nearest supermarket to buy bad fruit juices at the last minute is out of the question! A good squeezed orange juice or homemade lemonade will be much more appreciated than an industrial drink. You can also have fun with  homemade flowery cocktails , with or without alcohol of course! If you like to go into detail, you can prepare your cocktails in attractive individual bottles , personalized and labeled. And of course, we don’t forget to bring water to stay hydrated under this blazing sun.

3. Choose the right tableware for your picnic

We advise you to leave your great-grandmother’s porcelain dishes still a little at the back of the cupboard! Instead, opt for  disposable cups and plates that you can customize with DIY . Unbreakable and light to carry, they will be perfect for organizing a picnic . You can very well opt for ceramic tableware, but in this case we advise you to take with you a picnic basket with a pretty  hand-sewn basket cover . And since we are very organized, we also think of the DIY pocket to store the dishes .

4. Don’t underestimate comfort

The tablecloth is one of the essentials of a successful picnic and despite everything, it is often the big one forgotten on these little outings. However, sitting on a micro plastic bag, or even on the floor, immediately has less charm. That’s why we advise you to opt for a hand-sewn tablecloth with your old tea towels . For fans of luxury picnics, you can also  recycle wine crates to make recycled picnic tables  and take patchwork tea towel cushions to take a nap in the greatest of comforts!

5. Think about decoration

For your picnic to be perfectly Instagrammable , don’t skimp on the decor! Take advantage of the branches of a tree to hang  festive paper balls or fabric suspensions for a more bohemian effect. On your tablecloth, you can have pretty DIY coasters so that they do not fall over at the slightest shake. At night, you can hang lanterns made from flowerpots or light garlands to bring some clarity to your picnic!

6. Organize activities for young and old

With a full belly and a wandering mind, it would be a shame to leave the place too quickly. There’s nothing sadder than packing up the last bite or being bored when planning a picnic . If some are followers of the siesta in the shade, others will prefer to take advantage of it to have fun with friends or family! DIY angling game, hand-sewn balloons , customized checkers game … And if you prefer to savor a moment alone, don’t forget to bring a personalized notebook to write down all your thoughts and pretty ideas.