The whole process of grabbing a mat, a few pillows, bite sized food to munch on, a book, mellow music and good company with endless conversations in an open space overlooking a picturesque view is one among my favorite experience in life. Since outdoor movement is restricted for the time-being, I decided to recreate the same scenario at home within my living space and enjoy a home picnic and you can too.
I am sharing with you the process to create a home picnic for yourself, your family and friends or your significant other with the intent to recreate for yourself an intimate and lovely experience.
The Key Requirements:
A blanket;
Few cushions;
Flat surfaces – Example: A board, some hard-bound books;
Random pretty home decor items;
Lights – Twinkle Fairy Lights / Battery operated candles;
Music playlist and a speaker;
Bite-sized food;
Refreshing drinks;
Comfortable clothes;
Good company;
Good vibes.
The How To’s:
Choose your picnic area, it could be against the window overlooking the outdoor space. The center of your room, your balcony or your backyard. Ascertain the amount of space you would require depending on the number of people who would be joining you on your picnic. Clear the space of any furniture and ensure there is sufficient space for movement.
Spread a slip free mat onto the floor. If you have a guest mattress in storage you may also use it, so your seating arrangement is comfier. Place the blanket onto the mattress, grab a few cushions and prop them onto the space. These cushions will act as your back support.
Get your twinkle lights out to create a cozy setting, avoid candles as they may look pretty but is not the safest option. If you have battery operated candles or dim lights use them. The lighting depends on your preferred choice. Ideal time for a picnic could be between 4 – 7 PM, with the environment changing from light to darkness. Which is when this lighting equipment would support with the scene creation.
Your home would be filled with various cute and unique items that could add onto the beauty of the setting. Use them as props and to set the scene. This is not mandatory; however, they do look good in pictures and pretties up the space.
Ensure your music playlist is ready with some chill beats. I recommend Lofi / Jazz etc. The music is set as a background score only and is not done with the intend to overpower the conversation. Therefore, find the right decibel.
Arrange the food and drinks onto your space. Bite sized, non-messy, easy to consume food is preferred.
Have a few board games or card games handy for when the conversation and food run out, play a memory game or even have a fun quiz. There are multiple quiz sites available online. Assign one person as the quiz master and let them ask the questions.
Wear comfortable clothes that are easy to breathe and sit in.
Grab a bottle of your favorite drink. And your people and commence your home picnic.
Correct At Time Of Publishing.
Music Links: Copy/Paste/Enter
Lofi Hip Hop Mix - Beats to Relax/Study to By ChilledCow
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FlxM_0S2lA
Chillhop Yearmix 2018 Chillhop & Lofi Hip Hop By ChillHop Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9sOb_r6Hy0
HomeTown Jazzy Hip Hop By Fantastic Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA551WpQaO4
Quiz Links: Copy/Paste/Enter
40 Questions to Help Build Intimacy in a Relationship
https://www.verywellmind.com/questions-to-build-intimacy-in-relationships-1270942
The 60 Best Questions To Ask Your Friends To Get To Know Them Better
https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a27973614/questions-to-ask-friends/
If you enjoyed this article and created a memory for yourself based on this write-up, then please do get in touch with me @fromthemindofniveprem on Instagram and share your experience with me.
