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A Picnic in the Park and Giveaway

July 10, 2014 by Courtney 72 Comments

Summer is the best time to relax and spend time outdoors. We live in an area that offers really pretty parks and green spaces that make picnics so easy. And let’s face it, as a mom, I would much rather throw together a picnic dinner and keep the mess outdoors! There is something about not having to clean up the kitchen that makes me a happy happy woman. We were so excited to kick off this summer with a fun evening packed with darling finds from Kirkland’s. We captured some of it for you so you could see how cute these goodies are. And I am also giving away $50 for you to shop with so be thinking about what you would scoop up for yourself. And as luck may have it, almost all of my picks are on sale! courtney 7 insulated picnic tote | napkin rings | greek throw | berry basket | sippers courtney 5 I’ve seen these berry baskets in other stores, but you seriously can’t beat this price. And they are on sale right now. I actually have been keeping it out on our kitchen counter with berries each day. Did you know berries are so much sweeter if left of of the fridge for a bit. Scrumptious. The berry basket is also darling with a cute cloth napkin and cookies. It’s a fun way to put something sweet out for guests or your family. courtney 9 This greek key throw is the softest blanket ever! My kiddos use it everywhere now. And I am super excited about the insulated picnic tote because our concerts in the park are kicking off and we needed something to take our dinner in. It holds a ton and I love how it zips closed. You can see more casserole carriers and picnic bags here. courtney 3 Sweet napkin rings are an easy way to add a splash of color for the season. These match the greek key throw perfectly and are so cute. Tying up a sandwich with    and twine is a simple way to keep them together and it looks fun as well. The kids LOVE untying their dinner. It’s the little things! courtney 1 polka dot sippers | more mason jar sippers courtney 6 These two make my heart melt. They may bicker and argue with the best of them, but at the end of the day they are best friends and have so much fun together. Just eating outdoors for an evening makes the day special. Sometimes is just doing something out of the normal routine that can put a smile on everyone’s face. And they may or may not be arguing over who gets to keep the soft throw in their room! The one we have is on sale right now for a steal and there are more throw blankets here. courtney 4 Polk dot sippers?! Yes, please. I love that these have lids and can’t spill. We are big water drinkers so we just added berries to each one for extra flavor. And the fact that we all have our own color keeps things easy. Have you seen the other cute patterns the mason jar sippers come in? I might have to add more to my collection. These are also fun for afterschool smoothies. Courtney 8 courtney 2 beautiful images by Tammy Mitchell of Pink Peppermint Prints I also just received these cute outdoor pillows in the mail and can’t wait to see how they look on my front porch. So now it’s your turn! If you were planning a picnic for your family or friends, would you wan to make sure you had this or this with you? And which sipper has your name on it? One lucky winner will be able to spend away. Will it be you?! Enter below for a chance to get shopping! {Giveaway is now closed. Winner below!} kirklands-giveaway_thumb a Rafflecopter giveaway I received compensation for the Kirkland’s “Love Your Look” blog post. Kirkland’s partnered with several bloggers like me to raise brand awareness. All purchases and content are on my own accord and reflect my personal opinion and style. Kirkland’s blogger outreach policies abide by the WOMMA Ethics Code, FTC guidelines and social media engagement recommendations. For official Kirkland’s giveaway rules, visit http://www.kirklands.com/content.jsp?pageName=blogger_rules-03.

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  1. bwash says

    July 10, 2014 at 9:24 am

    Love Kirkland's throws in general

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  2. Eligonma says

    July 10, 2014 at 10:02 am

    I like this mirror:
    http://www.kirklands.com/product/Mirrors-Wall-Decor/Mirrors/Rustic-Natural-Oval-Framed-Mirror-2475×36/pc/2283/c/2306/179880.uts

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  3. Mego says

    July 10, 2014 at 10:50 am

    Love the sippers you have… And that Greek Key throw. Oh my!!

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  4. Jill says

    July 10, 2014 at 10:57 am

    Love the Gray Mirrored Cabinet

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  5. Caromama says

    July 10, 2014 at 11:48 am

    I'm addicted to throws! Maybe I'm addicted to comfort! This all looks so comfy cozy!

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  6. Lindsey says

    July 10, 2014 at 12:26 pm

    I love the grey damask slipper chair. It would look great in my living room!

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  7. elizabeth says

    July 10, 2014 at 12:28 pm

    Love the picnic basket and the sippers.

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  8. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    July 10, 2014 at 12:34 pm

    The pictures of your family are so precious. Love the picnic too.

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  9. Jennifer S says

    July 10, 2014 at 12:52 pm

    Love so many things at kirklands. Right now I need an side table and love the distressed brown round accent table.

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  10. Jane says

    July 10, 2014 at 1:07 pm

    Love his store. Would love the beige tufted loveseat for our bedroom.

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  11. Rebecca@littledevilswithwings says

    July 10, 2014 at 1:31 pm

    That picnic was just precious! Love those polka dot sippers, super cute.

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  12. M and R says

    July 10, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    I love Kirkland's throw pillows. Great store!

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  13. Kelley says

    July 10, 2014 at 2:52 pm

    I want those mason jar sippers!

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  14. Kelly @ LifeInTheKlaasLane says

    July 10, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    I love the Greek key throw

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  15. Sean C says

    July 10, 2014 at 3:42 pm

    I love the Woven Crescent Basket. It would look great in my living room.

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  16. Alina Conn says

    July 10, 2014 at 3:43 pm

    The Bardot Grey Sofa is just lovely.

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  17. Owensboro Municipal Utilities says

    July 10, 2014 at 4:11 pm

    Count me in! I am in love with the throw!

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  18. Life as Dez says

    July 10, 2014 at 4:18 pm

    I love the Bronze Oval Mirror with Hemp Rope

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  19. Susieutk84 says

    July 10, 2014 at 5:44 pm

    Love Kirklands! I would love that Greek Key Throw!!

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  20. Danielle Peterson says

    July 10, 2014 at 5:54 pm

    Love their entry tables, picture frames, mirrors…oh so many things!

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  21. Nicole says

    July 10, 2014 at 5:54 pm

    In love with the berry basket and mason jar Sippers!

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  22. Crystal @ KindaSortaSimple says

    July 10, 2014 at 7:04 pm

    Absolutely loving the the sippers with the colorful tops. Great idea about each family getting a specific color so there's no confusion!

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  23. Barbara says

    July 10, 2014 at 7:13 pm

    You are right about eating outside. It can turn a not-so-great day into a wonderful one!

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  24. countrygirl says

    July 10, 2014 at 7:24 pm

    It's all so cute together. The lidded sippers are great for sweet drinks that attract the bees!

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  25. Leigh says

    July 10, 2014 at 7:37 pm

    Love that picnic tote!

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  26. Kevin says

    July 10, 2014 at 7:55 pm

    I like the mason jars, though my kids are a bit young for them to run around with glass containers (I'd love to see them in plastic). But the Navy Paros Outdoor Seat Cushion may be what I've been looking for to make our outdoor chairs more comfortable to eat on.

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  27. Simply LKJ says

    July 10, 2014 at 8:01 pm

    Darling picnic. Love that Kirkland's has opened back up in our town. The burlap mason jars are adorable!

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  28. Christopher n Annaliza Rogers says

    July 10, 2014 at 8:27 pm

    I love the cream swirl throw blanket.

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  29. Elena says

    July 10, 2014 at 9:08 pm

    I would get the Wingspan Canvas Art Print

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  30. racheariel says

    July 10, 2014 at 9:38 pm

    This is great! Thanks for introducing me to Kirklands. I love the picnic gear – we need some of it (mostly the picnic basket!) and the prices are fabulous.

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  31. risia says

    July 10, 2014 at 10:48 pm

    Love everything but need those adorable napkin rings!!

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  32. Brenda says

    July 10, 2014 at 11:39 pm

    That picnic basket is fabulous! But my favorite is the berry basket!!

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  33. Cynthia says

    July 11, 2014 at 12:20 am

    I love the Gray Fleur-de-lis Lantern! Thanks!

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  34. Gretchen says

    July 11, 2014 at 12:42 am

    I like the Bardot Oatmeal sofa- really pretty!

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  35. Carrie Alexander says

    July 11, 2014 at 12:50 am

    Who wouldn't love a summer picnic in a beautiful setting like that park! The chevron picnic tote is adorbs!!!

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  36. Tara says

    July 11, 2014 at 1:18 am

    LOve the Sondra Harvest Yellow Bar Stool.

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  37. Kwonsies says

    July 11, 2014 at 2:25 am

    Loving the quatrefoil shag rug.

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  38. Sarah Cutler says

    July 11, 2014 at 3:20 am

    I'd love to win this! I am needing some new blankets and pillows 🙂

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  39. H says

    July 11, 2014 at 4:15 am

    I like the Black Mirrored 3-Drawer Chest.

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  40. Allison says

    July 11, 2014 at 5:04 am

    I love picnics! That is a lovely picnic setting you have and the cutest photos! The Greek Key throw is fun.

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  41. Nicki Parrish says

    July 11, 2014 at 5:39 am

    I would love to have the black damask outdoor pillows! Your family is adorable!

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  42. Susan says

    July 11, 2014 at 1:21 pm

    Those berry baskets are adorable. Too bad they are sold out. I'll have to keep stalking the website.

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  43. Moira says

    July 11, 2014 at 3:30 pm

    I love Kirklands. Our most recent purchase was for a bathroom renovation, we replaced builder-grade mirrors with the Monet mirror and it looks fabulous. The beveled edge adds the sophistication that we were looking for in the guest bathroom. It's incredible what an impact our $49 investment is giving us!

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  44. Ann Johnson says

    July 11, 2014 at 3:50 pm

    Love the blanket!

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  45. laura Madalene says

    July 11, 2014 at 4:23 pm

    I am so excited for you! I am living vicariously through you right now as we are still renting and not in a place to buy yet. I check this blog almost daily to see what is going on. I hope you and your family are extremely blessed in this new space!
    Colourful Living room

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  46. Tara {The Silver Lining} says

    July 11, 2014 at 6:11 pm

    What a fun post!! What a cute picnic too with one adorable family I must say. Kirkland's has really turned it up lately. I love their Lala Silver Mercury Table Glass Lamp!

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  47. sandyhills x says

    July 11, 2014 at 10:11 pm

    the Turquoise Pluto Wind Chime is my favorite product. I love to hear the sounds of chimes outside my window- shaunie

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  48. Tiffany says

    July 11, 2014 at 11:47 pm

    I'd love to win! I was just in there the other day, but my 9 year old hustled me out quickly – he's worse than his dad!

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  49. Kara says

    July 11, 2014 at 11:50 pm

    That orange chevron picnic bag is sure useful! Or the snuggly Greek pattern throw for the cold days…

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  50. Taryn Tener says

    July 11, 2014 at 11:54 pm

    I didn't realize they sold bedding! I like the Butterfly Dots Twin Comforter set.

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  51. Arti Iyer says

    July 12, 2014 at 12:08 am

    Great picks!!

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  52. jayneonweedstreet says

    July 12, 2014 at 12:37 am

    Darling family! I dont need another blanket – ever! But I could use that adorable tote! And a sipper with a bow would be divine! Great post!

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  53. Kendra says

    July 12, 2014 at 2:08 am

    Love those polka dot sippers!

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  54. Sarah Henriksen says

    July 12, 2014 at 12:51 pm

    Iove the color combination ! Such a beautiful post

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  55. Happy Family Home Blog says

    July 12, 2014 at 1:11 pm

    I love the throws, and that most if them are only 14.99!

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  56. The Fam says

    July 12, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    Their front door rugs!

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  57. One Life To Build says

    July 12, 2014 at 1:41 pm

    I love Kirklands! Those mason jar cups are on my list.

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  58. Tammy Snider says

    July 12, 2014 at 2:21 pm

    What a fun giveaway! thanks for the chance. I love the insulated tote!

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  59. Sherri @ themacshome.blogspot.com says

    July 12, 2014 at 6:22 pm

    I need the orange picnic bag! It would be so useful!

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  60. Susan Christy says

    July 12, 2014 at 10:32 pm

    Right now the Aqua Plush Bubble Bath Mat is on the top of my Kirkland's wish list.

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  61. Benny Sequeira says

    July 13, 2014 at 8:56 am

    Love the teak wood and coral reef framework bowl.

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  62. Ashley says

    July 13, 2014 at 3:15 pm

    I love the Fuchsia Gypsy Chandelier

    demureprincess7(at)gmail(dot)com

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  63. H Arnold says

    July 13, 2014 at 5:53 pm

    Kirklands has something for everyone!

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  64. Pink and Green Mom says

    July 13, 2014 at 6:38 pm

    I love the Distressed White Anchor Wall Plaque!
    Erika W.

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  65. Texasboymom says

    July 13, 2014 at 11:23 pm

    Kirklands rocks! I can always find a treasure in there!

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  66. Jenny says

    July 14, 2014 at 1:49 am

    I love the outdoor drapes – just what I've been looking for for my new screened porch.

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  67. Cathy's World says

    July 14, 2014 at 6:50 am

    I love the orange chevron bag. I would rock that at the beach and lake!

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  68. Shannon F says

    July 14, 2014 at 6:53 am

    I know this is a lame answer but I'm such a sucker for throw pillows so I love the Burlap Monogram F Chevron Accent Pillow! 🙂

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  69. Amanda Sakovitz says

    July 14, 2014 at 1:13 pm

    I love the Golden Forest Wall Art! Beautiful!

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  70. Michelle J. says

    July 14, 2014 at 4:47 pm

    I like the Ridged Antiqued Silver Mirror!

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  71. Mary says

    July 14, 2014 at 7:46 pm

    I really like the outdoor cast iron bistro set. The price isn't bad either.

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  72. Thomas Murphy says

    July 15, 2014 at 4:17 am

    I like the Maddox Shelf Floor Lamp

    rounder9834 @yahoo.com

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