22 Picks for the Perfect Picnic Party

Ah, spring. We can practically smell the [insert your favorite spring flower here]. The warmer weather equals quality time with your besties, co-workers, family or those random people that just know how to have a good time. So get ready to grab some fun yard games and take your party outside. We’ve searched for the perfect picnic party picks so all you have to decide is what DIY maxi skirt you’re going to rock while laying on the fresh cut grass. Isn’t that the best smell ever? Okay, time to focus… these picks kick major picnic grass.

1. Vertical Strokes Market Tote ($36): You’ve totes got this picnic in the bag. Especially with the help of this stylish carryall that’s beyond easy to clean. Just toss all your party supplies in when the festivities are over… sad face.

2. Kate Spade Grass is Greener Picnic Blanket ($45): A blanket that looks just like grass but without the itch? Brilliant. You’ll become one with nature during the picnic, and then when the time comes to leave you can just toss the blanket into its handy drawstring bag. Easy. Cleanup.

3. Mason Shaker Gift Set ($50): Shake your picnic maker with this set that includes everything you’ll need for drinks with a vintage flair. You get a mason jar-turned-cocktail shaker, muddler and jigger for all your boozy needs.

4. DIY Modern Cooler: DIY your way to your very own chic cooler — it’s beyond easy. Just take the standard cooler you’ve probably had for years and update it using wood grain contact paper along with some paint and rope. (via Almost Makes Perfect)

5. Pocket Parrot Citrus Knife ($13): Fruit is a staple on the picnic scene. So come prepared with this handy and small knife that’s ready to show that citrus who’s boss.

6. White Peach-Lavender Soda: The name of this recipe alone has our attention. Fresh lavender and ripe white peaches… all of a sudden, we’re quite thirsty. This homemade mix is a refreshing addition to your standard picnic fare. (via Emma E Christensen)

7. Mini Jambox ($130): Hello, dance party. This tiny wireless Bluetooth speaker will last up to eight hours, which means you can stay outside for as long as you want without any awkward silence. Plus it’s so tiny it can fit in your jean pocket. For reals.

8. Wooden Forks ($9): Equally as important as the pocket knife above, serving utensils make the picnic go round. Go green while sitting on the green with these compostable wooden forks. Mother Nature thanks you.

9. Horseshoes Set ($135): It’s not a picnic without some lawn games. Get your fix with this legit horseshoe set and your friends will be lining up to play.

10. Sriracha + Cheddar Cheese Puffs ($15): The first rule of outdoor fun? Always have snacks on hand to curb hanger. Spice things up with bags of this Sriracha deliciousness. Think of it as fuel to play some yard games. Everyone wins. Well, not in yard games, but you get the idea.

11. Striped Paper Straws ($12): Take your picnic to the next level with these pretty striped straws. Pair ’em with the lemonade above and some vodka if you really want to get the party started.

12. Toast-for-Two Wine Table ($25): Where has this table been all our life? Now you can take your picnic up 17 notches with this chic bamboo table that holds your wine glasses AND has room for a cheese plate. After all, nobody likes a spilled wine at a party.

13. Reusable Plastic Ice Cubes ($4): Say goodbye to watered down drinks or a cooler filled with the artist formally known as ice cube. These handy reusable “citrus” ice cubes do major party tricks and will keep you (and your guests) happy and refreshed.

14. Acrylic Wine Glasses ($38): Forget the red plastic solo cups you used in college. There’s no need to take a trip down frat memory lane thanks to these gorgeous glasses. You get six teal acrylic wine glasses that’ll make you feel like a fancy adult who still knows how to have a good time.

15. Cheese Board Kit ($50): Cheese is picnic’s middle name. This kit will leave you with your very own custom wood-burnt cheese board that’s so rad you’ll be trying to schedule picnic parties every weekend.

16. Cheese Knives ($20): You’ve got the cheese board, and now you just need some spreading power. Enter this awesome knife set. You get a cheese knife, fork, slicer and spreader, all in bright, fun colors.

17. Cool Coat ($34): Number one complaint at picnics: warm wine. It’s a serious condition that impacts picnics across the globe. Well, not anymore. This wine chiller keeps your wine cool for one hour longer than normal. Simply toss the removable inner coat in the cooler for a bit of a recharge.

18. Greek Tortellini Salad: It’s not a picnic without pasta salad. This recipe features cheese tortellini, feta cheese, olives and did we mention, avocado? Plus it’s super easy to make, which is exactly what we’re looking for on picnic day. (via Julia’s Album)

19. Kissing Squirrels Plate ($9): Forgetting something? Sorry paper plates, but there’s a new and stylish serving plate in town. Made of melamine, these adorable wonders will treat your picnic right. Besides, how can you not love cute li’l squirrels?

20. Stack Wine ($13): Forgetting the wine opener is a thing of the past. These why-didn’t-we-think-of-that gems are individual servings of nature’s grape that make drinking easy. Each stack of wine contains the same volume as your standard bottle, and you can choose from all different types — red, white, you name it.

21. Pineapple Tea Towel ($17): We all have those messy friends that spill everything you hand them. Keep it clean and classy while on the grass with this adorably tropical tea towel.

22. City Boy Picnic Grill ($229): Is it hot out here or is it just your picnic? Bring this portable gas grill so you can flex your cooking muscles for all to see. And the modern, chic design? We can’t even.

Ready to throw a rockin’ picnic party? What will you be packing? Tell us in the comments below.

It's almost outdoor decorating season! And McGee & Co.'s gorgeous outdoor collection is here to tempt our urges to decorating early with stunning finds. From plush outdoor pillows and elegant rugs to comfy furniture and charming floral plateware, this collection has everything to elevate your outdoor space. "I wanted this outdoor lounge to feel like a Southern veranda — inviting, layered, and effortlessly elegant," says Shea McGee. The new Spring 2025 collection is both timeless and relaxed, "perfect for lingering conversations and warm breezes," Shea adds. I'm especially loving the cozy seating, classic patterns, and stylish entertaining pieces that are actually affordable.

Check out all the earthy, elegant outdoor decor from McGee & Co below!

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Melrose Striped Tablecloth

This linen tablecloth, featuring a charming green and ivory palette, makes every outdoor occasion feel just a little more festive and special. Celebrate from spring to fall!

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Alcott Melamine Dinner Plates (Set of 4)

The scalloped edge and delicate border on these melamine plates bring a perfect blend of charm and playfulness to your outdoor table. It also has a bit of a vintage Euro vibe.

McGee & Co.

Crosley Indoor/Outdoor Pillow

Make your space super cozy with thoughtfully designed pillows, like the Crosley Indoor/Outdoor Pillow, featuring a classic plaid motif and playful fringe. Ah, so cozy and pretty!

McGee & Co.

Amherst Handwoven Indoor/Outdoor Rug

What I love about McGee & Co.'s outdoor rugs is that they look just as elegant inside. The Amherst Handwoven Indoor/Outdoor Rug in a golden yellow plaid is actually soft and is easy to clean — perfect for high-traffic indoor/outdoor areas.

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Nola Paper Mache Vase

Give your outdoor space the living room treatment with details like potted greenery. The Nola Paper Mache Vase elevates your table with a modern rustic aesthetic.

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Berkeley Handwoven Indoor/Outdoor Rug

This navy and white gingham rug with brown natural stripes is another soft indoor-outdoor rug made from recycled materials, and perfect for high-traffic indoor and outdoor areas.

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Haviland Outdoor Sofa with Striped Cushions

Bold cabana stripes get me every time. This weather-resistant sofa is just as comfy as it is cute.

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Cadie Outdoor Chaise

Lounge the spring days away with a good book on this teak-framed chaise and weather-resistant fabric.

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The Market Umbrella

Fringe makes everything better. The Market Umbrella can withstand spring's fickle weather while bringing vintage vibes to your space.

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Sanibel Acrylic Goblets (Set of 4)

Elevate your outdoor drinkware with these break-resistant ribbed goblets. Spring mocktails are so close.

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Fontaine Melamine Dinner Plates (Set of 4)

Embrace spring 2025's romantic trend with these floral dinner plates, paired with dainty Wilkie Floral Napkins.

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Bonjour Doormat

Set the stage for an inviting escape with this charming welcome mat. Très chic!

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Classic Pool Float

Cannonball! Make the most of the warmer months with the classic pool float in navy and white stripes. It has a hanging hook for storage too!

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If you can't stop talking about Severance season 2, you're not alone. The Apple TV+ show has totally taken over the internet (and all my group chats) and as the mysteries at Lumon continue to unfold, there's one heartbreaking, viral theory surrounding this week's episode, and Gemma, that has the internet in a tizzy.

Keep reading for the most insane Severance season 2, episode 9 theory on the internet.

Has Gemma been an innie the whole time?

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TikTok user @msauroraalice made the connection that Severance season 2 episode 9, "The After Hours," has the same title as a specific Twilight Zone episode in which a mannequin, well, forgets she's a mannequin. And now we're all wondering whether Severance is going to reveal a very similar plotline with Gemma.

"Could Gemma have been manufactured at Lumon and all of her experience with Mark is just a severed version of herself," @msauroraalice says, theorizing that "there is no Gemma."

"I bet this next episode, Gemma or Helly has a horrifying discovery about themselves just like the mannequin realizing she's not even alive," she continues.

Clearly, this Twilight Zone episode has a ton of similarities to Severance, with the split identities of it all. And as one Reddit user just made it even more heartbreaking by saying, "She could be an experiment from the very start which is why they went as far as to fake her death and recruit Mark to work for them. That would be heartbreaking. It would mean Mark and Gemma 's relationship was manufactured from the beginning."

"The After Hours" is sure to set us up for a crazy 'Severance' season 2 finale.

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After everything Mark has been through, this would truly be a heartbreaking turn of events and I don't know if I could handle it! I'm not alone, either. TikTok users flooded the comments of the post (which has over 900K views).

"If Gemma was never a full person to begin with I'm gonna lose my mind," one user said, while another theorized, "I think Gemma is real but she actually died. Lumon had plans for her to begin with so they revived her body because they effectively own it and now she's stuck in purgatory testing."

But if this Severance theory breaks your heart as much as it breaks mine, there's a silver lining. "The next episode after 'The After Hours' from TWZ is called 'The Mighty Casey' and is about a robot who becomes more human I believe," a third TikTok user says.

But honestly, emotional devastation — and peeling back a character's insecurities, fears, and heartbreak to get to their core — make for really good TV because of how relatable those moments can be. So we'll just have to see what the Severance season 2 finale has in store.

Here are 10 Questions I Need Severance Season 2 To Answer — let us know on Instagram what kinds of questions and theories you have.

St. Patrick's Day in America is known mostly as an excuse to have a day-long marathon of drinking green beer (we'll take some green cocktails, too), but if staying in is more your jam, you'll need some epic DIY party favorsand a slew of adorable St. Patrick's Day-themed treats! In this collection of St. Patrick's Day desserts, you'll find everything from rainbow cupcakes and Lucky Charms pancakes, to Leprechauns made out of Nutter Butters and boozy green fudge. Yum.

Throw on your best “Kiss Me, I'm Irish" apron and have some fun with these 25 delicious St. Patrick's Day desserts!

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St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Donuts

This adorable DIY requires no cooking and is a blast to make with friends. At the end of this rainbow you may not find gold, but you will find a fluffy cloud of coconut just waiting to be devoured. (via Brit + Co)

Sarah Anderson

St. Patrick's Day Dessert Shots

These cute, tiny shots are sweetened with flavors like dark chocolate, vanilla, and peppermint extract — and they even have a bite-sized brownie on the bottom. Now that's a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, amiright? (via Sarah Anderson forBrit + Co)

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Lucky Charms Ice Cream

This one isn't a specific recipe per say, it's more of a how-too... but arguably the most useful how-to you'll learn this month. This overview of how to make Lucky Charms-infused ice cream can be put to use this St. Patrick's Day and beyond! (via Brit + Co)

Grandbaby Cakes

St. Patrick’s Day Dessert Pizza

Deep dish pizza should always have a sugar cookie crust and a Bailey's Irish Cream chocolate filling. Top with green sprinkles, green tinted white chocolate and chopped chocolate mint candies for that extra festive feel. (via Grandbaby Cakes)

Brit + Co

Double Rainbow Cake

Labor intensive? Maybe. Totally worth it? Absolutely. Grab a partner or your kiddos, and settle in for a fun afternoon of food coloring and multi-colored M&M decorating. (via Brit + Co)

Sweet Recipeas

Drunken Grasshopper Fudge

This is definitely an adults-only fudge. Made with both Crème de Menthe and Crème de Cocoa, this fudge has a boozy flavor that bites back. Throw on a handful of shamrock sprinkles to really drive the theme home. (via Sweet Recipeas)

Home Made Interest

St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Cookies

These little guys would be so cute to make for your kiddo's school St. Patrick's Day party. Plus, they double as a fun activity to do with them at home. They're almost too cute to eat… almost. (via Home Made Interest)

The Cake Blog

Leprechaun Hat S’mores

Obviously a large marshmallow on top of a cookie makes the perfect top hat. Once it's covered in chocolate and adorned with green decor, you have the perfect edible s'mores hat that any leprechaun would be happy to wear. (via The Cake Blog)

Classy Clutter

St. Patrick’s Day Rice Krispie Treats

You may have to go digging for marshmallows in a box of Lucky Charms to make these, but it's totally worth it. The pretty pastels in the marshmallows also looks perfect with the light green of the Rice Krispies. (via Classy Clutter)

Takes Two Eggs

Matcha Roll Cake

This sponge-y roll cake is packed with matcha whipped cream, and it looks just as good as it tastes! (via Takes Two Eggs)

Averie Cooks

Irish Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes

The batter these cupcakes are crafted with is spiked with Guinness and Jameson for a bit of booziness. (via Averie Cooks)

Barbara Bakes

Mint Chocolate Chip Pie For St. Patrick’s Day

You don't have to have a lot of time and ingredients to make a great St. Patrick's Day dessert. All you need for this freezer pie is a pre-made Oreo pie crust and mint chocolate chip ice cream. Whipped cream and chocolate shavings optional – as if! (via Barbara Bakes)

Created By Diane

St. Patrick’s Day Mint Chocolate Cake

Before you cut into this cake, you would have no idea that what lies inside is an intricate mint chocolate design that tastes just as good as it looks. This concoction is definitely going to impress whoever you serve it to. (via Created By Diane)

Nifty Mom

No-Bake Mint-Free St. Patrick’s Day Dessert

St. Patrick's Day desserts are almost always full of mint. Well, you know what? Not everyone likes mint. This dessert is still chocolatey and green with no mint in sight. (via Nifty Mom)

Foods Of Our Lives

Crème De Menthe Cake Pops

If you have a package of Oreos lying around, you're already halfway to making these flavorful cake pops. They're so addicting, you may want to give them away as St. Patrick's Day gifts just to avoid eating every single one. (via Foods Of Our Lives)

Pizzazzerie

Shamrock Sour Cocktail

Swapping standard whiskey for Irish Whiskey gives this cocktail a St. Patrick's Day twist. Add a few drops of food coloring to make the green really stand out. (via Pizzazzerie)

Half Baked Harvest

Chocolate Irish Cream Filled Donuts

If you're feelin' fancy, opt to make these homemade donuts filled with St. Patty's-ready Irish cream! (via Half Baked Harvest)

Two Peas & Their Pod

Chocolate Mint Brownie Milkshake

You can never go wrong with a combo of chocolate and mint! (via Two Peas & Their Pod)

Baking A Moment

Pot of Gold Cupcakes

The rainbow Swiss buttercream that tops these decadent chocolate cupcakes is way easier to make than it looks. Make sure to get some gold foiled chocolate coins to put on top for an extra fun touch. (via Baking A Moment)

Recipe Girl

Green Velvet Cheesecake Cake

What's better than cheesecake? Cheesecake that's sitting in the middle of two layers of green velvet cake, of course. It's like having a giant layer of creamy frosting in the middle… but it's cheesecake! (via Recipe Girl)

Simply Happenstance

St. Patrick’s Day Caramel Corn

Caramel corn is a treat that both adults AND kids love. Just by adding a bit of food coloring to your caramel, you'll create a crunchy masterpiece that everyone will gobble up in seconds. (via Simply Happenstance)

The Recipe Rebel

White Chocolate Lucky Charms Cookies

Not only do these cookies have finely ground Lucky Charms in the cookie batter itself, chopped cereal and marshmallows are also folded in for extra texture and flavor. We'll take two dozen, please. (via The Recipe Rebel)

Completely Delicious

Mint Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

These sweet bites are described as the epitome of mint chocolate chip ice cream, but in cupcake form. Perfect, perfect, perfect! (via Completely Delicious)

Gal On A Mission

St. Patrick’s Day Puppy Chow

Puppy chow is the perfect on-the-go munchie for the whole family. Green candy melts give this snack its hue, while spearmint essential oil gives it its minty flavor. (via Gal On A Mission)

Pillsbury

Mini Whoopie Pies

These tiny whoopie pies are just small enough that you can enjoy them in one delicious bite. It doesn't get much easier than using refrigerated sugar cookie dough to make them, either. Score! (via Pillsbury)

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This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.