Friday, May 24, 2013

Life is a Picnic - Marriage Survival Kit


Hello! Welcome to my blog!
I love to give practical yet unique gifts. I have made quite a few marriage survival kits. I am always trying to come up with new ideas so that the recipients have no idea what they are getting - other than they know they will probably get a survival kit. I thought a picnic theme was good for a spring/summer wedding gift. Here is what I put in it:


1. Item I purchased - LAWN BLANKET - saying to go with it:
TAKE TIME TO RELAX AND GET WRAPPED UP IN EACH OTHER

2. Item I purchased - THERMOS - saying to go with it:
LIVE WITHIN THE WARMTH OF EACH OTHER'S HEART



3. Item I purchased - BUG NET - saying to go with it:
KEEP THE BUGS OUT



4. Item I purchased - ICE PACK - saying to go with it:
KEEP YOUR COOL

5. Item I purchased - WATER BOTTLES WITH LEMONADE PACKETS - saying to go with it:
WHEN LIFE GIVE YOU LEMONS MAKE LEMONADE

6. Item I purchased - FOOD CONTAINERS - saying to go with them:
FRESH IS BEST - DON'T LET YOUR LOVE GO STALE



I originally was going to give this gift in a picnic bag that I made out of a table cloth (one of those plastic ones from the dollar store) then I changed my mind and purchased a cooler. I still put everything in the bag, then I put the bag in the cooler. Check out my tutorial HERE on how to make a no sew bag (with duct tape and staples). I made this bag the same way except I sewed it (seriously easier to zip it up with a machine if you have one). I also added a few pockets.


With the left overs from the table cloth I made a bow and ribbon. This is the first time making a bow, and I think it turned out pretty good. I love that the ribbon goes with the theme.


Of course - with most of my survival kits I like to include marriage advice. For the tags and the marriage advice click HERE.

If you have ideas that would work with this kit or any other comments I would love for you to drop me a line. Thank you for stopping by!


Check out my latest marriage survival kits - Happy Camper CLICK HERE


Reap What You Sow - CLICK HERE


***Some people have had issues accessing the tags (the lovely world of technology). If you have a problem please email me rather than leaving a comment about it. I do read my comments but not daily so if you are having problems and in a rush an email is the best way to get in touch with me.



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  1. ShelleyMay 25, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    What an adorable idea! You are so creative and I love gifts like this. Do you have a similar gift idea for a new baby?

    Thanks for stopping by for a visit and commenting! Hope your gardening weather starts to improve, but it's sure nice to know we aren't the only ones with crazy weather :)

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    1. Sue@creativetryals.blogspot.comMay 25, 2013 at 10:30 PM

      Thank you for your sweet comment! I do have a couple survival kits for babies - however - they were for moms who had children already so I geared the kits more for the mom. The one is called " A Mother Who Knows" survival kit which is on the spiritual side and The Busy Mom survival kit.

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  2. JulieMay 25, 2013 at 5:31 PM

    Cute idea, you are invited to share this with Show Your Stuff:

    http://juliejewels1.blogspot.com/2013/05/peanut-butter-pudding-cookies-show-your.html

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    1. Sue@creativetryals.blogspot.comMay 25, 2013 at 10:31 PM

      Thank you very much! I will see you at your blog :) Thanks for the invitation!!

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  3. DesignedByBHMay 26, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    I love it! I pinned this to my "Wedding Favors & Gifts" board. :)

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    1. UnknownApril 7, 2015 at 6:31 PM

      is such a perfect combination for wedding party gift ideas!

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  4. survival kitJune 12, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    What an adorable idea! You are so creative and I love gifts like this. Do you have a similar gift idea for a new baby? Thanks for stopping by for a visit and commenting! Hope your gardening weather starts to improve, but it's sure nice to know we aren't the only ones with crazy weather :)

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  5. KrisAugust 4, 2013 at 4:27 AM

    Thanks for linking my blog!! I like your project and your blog!!!! Hugs from Barcelona.

    Kris

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  6. UnknownApril 19, 2014 at 1:53 PM

    I love this idea!!! I am currently making it for my brother's upcoming wedding. I went to print out the tags, but noticed the tag for the food containers (fresh is best...) was not included. Any way I can get that one as well so that they all match? Thanks!

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  7. UnknownApril 19, 2014 at 1:55 PM

    I love this!!! I am currently making it for my brother's upcoming wedding. I was printing out the tags and noticed that the one for the food containers (fresh is best...) was not included. Any way I can get that one as well so they all match? Thanks!

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    1. Sue@creativetryals.blogspot.comApril 26, 2014 at 10:58 PM

      Hi Nicole! Sorry about that. Send me your email at suefergiebum@gmail.com and I will send you the tag.

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 2, 2014 at 11:55 AM

    Hi Sue! I love, love this idea! Thank you soo much for sharing. I'm going to email you for the Fresh is Best tag also. Thanks for all your posts.
    Janice

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  9. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    This is a great idea! The link for the tags and marriage advice doesn't seem to be working ... Is there anyway you can re-post the link or provide the info?

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  10. UnknownSeptember 5, 2014 at 7:23 AM

    I am trying to access the website to print off the labels and her blog is private. do you have a set you could send me via email?

    thanks! Lindsay

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  11. Love is AwesomeNovember 7, 2014 at 9:56 AM

    I am wondering if you can also send me the tag for food containers so I can also match the others. Thanks for the awesome gift idea!

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  12. JudyNovember 8, 2014 at 12:33 AM

    Hi Sue, your survival kits are awesome. The messages on the tags make them so special. Thank you so much for sharing!
    I am going to give this to my daughter next weekend at a shower and noticed when getting everything together that the Fresh is Best tags that go with the food containers are not included. If possible, can you email to me at judy.dudeck@gmail.com
    Thank you!

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  13. JudyNovember 8, 2014 at 12:38 AM

    Hi Sue, your survival kits are great! I love the tags you have written for each item. I'm making the picnic basket for my daughter's shower next weekend and realized that the Fresh is Best tags for food containers are not included. If you could email those to me I would be so grateful. judy.dudeck@gmail.com
    Thank you!

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  14. UnknownJanuary 9, 2015 at 3:38 PM

    Love this but had trouble printing the tags.

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  15. UnknownJanuary 9, 2015 at 3:41 PM

    Love this but had trouble printing the tags.

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  16. AnonymousMarch 6, 2015 at 6:58 PM

    I second everyone else's comments. Amazing gift idea. I, too, could not find or didn't see the Fresh is Best tag. Is it possible for you to send it to me or repost it? Thank you!

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    1. Sue@creativetryals.blogspot.comApril 17, 2015 at 7:43 AM

      Okay everyone, I finally got a new computer and can now load things on google drive again - yay! New file is up with all tags included.

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  17. AnonymousApril 9, 2015 at 3:16 PM

    Do you have any suggestions for a card attached to a bottle of wine I'm the kit??

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  18. AnonymousApril 15, 2015 at 1:06 PM

    would love for you to email me the missing tag for the food containers -- thank you.. Jan jmdingmann@yahoo.com

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  19. AnonymousMay 8, 2015 at 7:27 AM

    Hi Sue. I love your idea and am making it for a friend's wedding. I was hoping you could tell me how you made the tags as I would also like to include a bottle of champane with a tag that reads 'Let Love Bubble Over' and have them all match. Thanks

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  20. UnknownMay 8, 2015 at 2:45 PM

    Love this idea! It's so fun and creative! Have you done a tag with one Make sure to "Spice Things up". Also, Have you ever done one for a bachelorette?

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    1. Sue@creativetryals.blogspot.comMay 18, 2015 at 6:33 PM

      I tried making a spice one, but ended up with a baking one instead as it was easier. It is still one of my goals to make but need a lot of time putting the thinking/creative cap on. And no, I haven't done a bachelorette. Great idea though :) Thanks for stopping by. Maybe those will be on here one day.

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  21. AnonymousMay 17, 2015 at 7:52 AM

    I used your wonderful idea and added a bottle of wine with the saying, "NO WHINING, OPEN A BOTTLE AND CELEBRATE BEING WITH EACH OTHER."

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  22. AnonymousOctober 4, 2015 at 10:00 AM

    Hi Sue! I have to check in and tell you how much I appreciate and love your blog. I made one for my niece yesterday for her bridal shower. Her fiance proposed to her while they were camping, so it was a perfect idea. Would love to attach a photo here if I can. I incorporated the tags from both "life is a picnic" and the "happy camper" posts. I added a hot dog roaster from the dollar store , can of chili, can of raisin bread, all-American trail mix, beef jerky, picnic pack cutlery, frisbee, blanket, and lastly some really cute metal skewers attached to smores items with a ribbon to secure all. You are awesome!

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  23. dajFebruary 23, 2016 at 9:20 AM

    Just found your site! What GREAT ideas. I love this wedding gift idea. You are very creative! Thanks for sharing.

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  24. BridgettJune 20, 2016 at 8:13 AM

    Just looked through all you survival kits and these are all FABULOUS! I hope to put one of these together one day, but secretly wish you assembled and sold them.

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  25. Mother of the GroomJuly 16, 2016 at 8:51 AM

    Thanks for the awesome idea and templates! I used the Thirty-one picnic tote and it turned out great

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  26. AnonymousAugust 12, 2016 at 12:28 PM

    Love this idea...making it up for my best friend of 41 years her second marriage so this idea is great for kind of reminding us what's important to focus on in any relationship. Besides the personal touch is appealing. Thanks for sharing. God Bless.

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  27. AnonymousAugust 16, 2016 at 12:06 PM

    Thank you for the great idea! I am making my own version:

    Marriage May Not Always Be A Picnic,
    But I’ve Packed You a Few Words of Advice…


    Cuddle Up!
    Take Time To Relax
    & Get Wrapped Up In Each Other.


    Keep Your Cool!
    No One is Perfect.
    Remember to Express Your Feelings Calmly.



    Play!
    Always Make Time to
    Enjoy the Simple Things.



    Encourage Each Other!
    If One of You is Feeling Empty,
    Remind Them the Cup is Half Full!

    Keep the Flame Alive!
    Find Days to Be Alone
    With No One To Bug You.



    Celebrate!
    Use Any Excuse to Seize The Day!



    Express Yourself!
    It’s OK if Sometimes You
    …Go Bananas!



    Serve Each Other!
    Forgiveness & Unconditional Love
    Are The Best Tools to Nourish Your Bond

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  28. UnknownSeptember 8, 2016 at 9:47 AM

    How do I print the tags

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    1. Sue@creativetryals.blogspot.comSeptember 17, 2016 at 2:49 PM

      Sorry I am reading this probably too late to help you - but there is a link in the article underneath the picture of the cooler.

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  29. Akash ChauhanDecember 9, 2016 at 2:07 AM


    YES! This is perfect! I can not thank you enough for posting all this, really I can't. It was just exactly what i was looking for. Thank you again, this is a huge help.

    Ref :- wedding gifts online

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  30. Akash ChauhanJanuary 30, 2017 at 2:14 AM

    Thanks for your kind words.
    I really appreciate your help.

    wedding gifts online

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