COZY BLANKETS
A cozy blanket like these from Gray Apple Market serves as a foundation for your picnic. A blanket keeps you away from itchy grass and makes it more comfortable to lay down to enjoy the sun. Add in a pillow for extra support and style. Be sure to choose one you wouldn’t mind getting a few grass stains or covered in crumbs.
PICNIC BASKET
This one goes without saying, but having a sturdy picnic basket that can house all your goodies is definitely an essential. The Linda Sue Picnic Basket from Millstream Home has plenty of space and has a removable board that you can use as a mini charcuterie board or use to protect soft items from getting crushed.
GOOD WINE AND COCKTAILS
Since this is a backyard picnic, it’s completely okay to enjoy a nice bottle of wine or cocktail outside. These yummy wines from Nissley Vineyards are great for pairing with cheese or any other snacks you may have. Check out their canned wines if you don’t want to have a whole bottle.
If you want something with a bit more kick to it, try these Campfire Cocktails from Collage York. Add your favorite local libation, let it steep for a few hours before your picnic, and voila--you have your very own refreshing cocktail that can easily fit nicely into a basket like this one from One Good Woman.
REUSABLE PLATES AND SERVEWARE
We all know styrofoam plates aren’t the best for our environment so consider bringing along reusable hard plastic plates that can be washed off easily like these from Stauffers of Kissel Hill Home and Garden. These plates are sturdy and you won’t have to worry about flimsy paper or styrofoam blowing away.
YUMMY SNACKS
Choosing what snack foods to bring to a picnic is possibly the most important part. We recommend packing a balance between savory and sweet snacks. Olives are a great choice because they’re bite-size and add a salty savory element while fruits can add a hint of sweetness. For snacks that’ll fill you up a bit more, try these on-the-go snacks from Susan B Cooking!
ACCESSORIES
The final touch to throwing the perfect backyard picnic is to have the accessories to match. This chin-strap sun hat and sunglasses from Kaletta’s will keep you protected from the sun in style. Pick an outfit that’s going to be comfortable to sit and eat in. Shantell Robertson of Get Your Chic On has plenty of inspo that you can use to feel stylish.
