It's Picnic Time!

Or;  Target Has Done it Again!

Honestly, it's like you have to stop by Target every other day or you might miss something! I got it in my mind that the grandkids and I will need a picnic basket this summer. You know, we do live on the coast after all. And then of course there are fabulous parks within a bike ride's distance. (Did I ever tell you that I struggled so hard with that four mile ride because my tires were flat as pancakes? Um. Yeah.)  I cruised ebay for a night or two, thinking I wanted a vintage basket. But more often than not I know they'll smell like mildew or the tin ones will have rust issues. I was really smitten with the pristine nature of the contents of this one and the uniqueness and condition of this one but I really want one to use, even if it only lasts one season. Don't want to get on to the kids for not being *precious* enough around a gosh darned picnic basket. So here's the one I snapped up at Target 3 days ago for $15.

 

Sweet! They also had a great variety of plastic plates, cups, etc for right around a dollar. I should have posted this right away because if your Target's anything like mine the good (new, seasonal) stuff only lasts a day or two. But I wanted to share a strong suggestion to add that ribbon as I have on the left side. The top is attached with two short piano hinges and it wouldn't take much, the weight of the lid itself over time, to snap it right off. So tonight I used small screws to attach a piece of grosgrain ribbon. It should be just enough to keep the lid from going too far back. I'm sure having done it on both sides would've been more visually appealing but I don't think it would make much difference and we're all about what works and gettin'rdone around here this summer :-) Oh. And if you're a cloth napkin user like we are, you know how hard it is to find 100% cotton ones. The six seen in the basket are half of the 12pack I found at Bed, Bath and Beyond tonight for $9.99.

That's all for my little commercial break. And if you have any suggestions for good finger/picnic foods for somewhat picky kids, I'm all ears!

Comments

[juliette]

Picnics are simply fun. In this economy, people are always looking to save money on family activities. Picnics are a cool way to to this.. Also, typically most kids love the outdoors, so picnics are a great match. Dont for get to bring your picnic baskets and be delighted.

[nanette]

My daughter's wedding is a cowboy theme and This is something I want to go get at Target. They really have some cute things now. I agree though, I'd better hurry.

That fabric is soo cute under the picnic basket.

[Barbara]

How totally adorable!!! Now where is Yogi Bear? LOL!

[Michelle Infantino]

Craisins, green apples with the single serving caramel apple dip made by Marzettis, yogurt pops (they sell the yogurt in freezer pop type plastic sleeves---freeze them and by the time you eat them they'll still be cold), frozen grapes, plain old dry cereal, etc.

Have fun!

[Deb]

Oh I wish we had Target, target and Ikea. Sadly we don't have either in the country. Australia has a few of both, but apparently we don't have enough people in New Zealand!! good shopping though, the basket looks amazing.

[Jane]

I so agree with Nancy, I use to cut chesse into shapes,bologna into shapes, PBJ into shapes, finger jello, strawberrie kabobs, all are fun and besides who really eats at a picnic, mostly we play, what a great find, gatta love Target!!!

[sherri]

Can't wait to get to Target to look for one!!! I wish Target weren't an hour away!

[Nancy]

I think kids will eat anything if it is cut cute and eaten outside on a picnic blanket. Make simple pbj and just cut them into fun shapes...

[Tracy Nuskey-Dodson]

Ugh! Stop telling me these things!Now I'm going to have to hurry off to see if I can score a sweet basket...where am I going to store all of this stuff, lol!
Make sure you take pictures of your outing:)
Tracy