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When it comes to Christmas shopping for the little ones, it’s no surprise I naturally gravitate towards the perfect picnic finds! As a mum who adores outdoor adventures, I couldn’t resist the hunt for a delightful picnic basket for Theo. This guide is filled with picnic-inspired gifts that encourage imaginative play, love for the outdoors, and a bit of festive magic, all perfect for the tiniest picnic lovers in our lives.

Christmas Gift Guide / Gemma Duck / Picnic Themed Toys for Little Ones / Shop my Fav's

1. White Picnic Basket Tin Tea Set

This adorable tin tea set comes packed in a vintage-style picnic basket, making it perfect for little hosts and hostesses. With cups, saucers, plates, and a teapot, each piece is adorned with delicate patterns to spark endless playtime fun. Ideal for indoor tea parties or garden picnics, it encourages role-play and social skills with a dash of elegance.

2. Children’s Picnic Set

This is the one I picked up for Theo for Christmas! It comes complete with a colourful picnic blanket, play food items, and utensils, all neatly stored in a carry case for easy outings. This set is perfect for pretend picnics and little adventures, inspiring hours of imaginative play.

3. We’re Going on a Picnic Book

Take little readers on a charming adventure with We’re Going on a Picnic. This delightful story follows three friends who encounter surprises along the way to their picnic spot. With engaging illustrations and a fun storyline, it’s a wonderful addition to any child’s bookshelf and perfect for sparking outdoor dreams.

4. Wicker Shopping Basket

This beautifully crafted wicker basket is filled with wooden play food like bread, cheese, and fruits, making it ideal for pretend shopping trips or picnics. I love that it introduces little ones to different foods in a fun way while encouraging imaginative play. Perfect for tiny hands, this basket is sure to be a hit!

5. Let’s Have a Picnic Book

This interactive lift-the-flap book invites children to explore a delightful picnic adventure. Theo absolutely loves uncovering the surprises hidden under each flap, and it’s one of our bedtime favourites. With charming illustrations and engaging storytelling, it’s a sweet read that little ones will love to explore over and over.

6. Picnic in Provence Set

For a touch of French flair, this Picnic in Provence Set is perfect. It includes wooden play food items inspired by a classic French picnic, from baguettes and cheese to fruits, all stored in a stylish basket. Ideal for little gourmets to create their own pretend picnics, it’s a lovely addition that will inspire culinary adventures right at home.

These gifts are more than just toys, they’re an invitation for little ones to explore the joy of outdoor gatherings and spark a lifelong love for picnics. Perfect for encouraging social play, imagination, and a bit of festive magic, they’re sure to make Christmas morning all the more special.

Love Gemma xx