Michigan Lane Picnic Co.

A U N A T U R A L . I love playing with this color palette and love when my clients say "just surprise me" when I ask them what vibe they're going for!... . Did you miss booking a picnic in the summer months? We'll still be running picnics in backyards, or patios with covered areas or in your own dining room or living room. . So much fun for birthday celebrations (kids groups too), anniversaries, dates, girls nights, you name it!

F A L L W R E A T H We've switched up the plan! Our first workshops we'll be creating beautiful fall wreaths, with the guidance of Leah from @willow.wave ! .... For our first series, you'll get to enjoy a herbal tea bar, a beautifully styled pop up picnic and an individual, personal sized graze box from @thenoblegrazer along with some time to settle in and visit with your group. Then, it'll be time to select your florals and get to work on your wreath! . You must book with your own group (minimum 6 ppl). We have space for two workshops running from 12:00-2:30 & 4:00-6:30, $99 per person. DM asap to reserve! . October 4th, we will be hosting our 2nd set, where you'll get to create and take home a stunning, lasting, dried arrangement!

Cheers to a sunny long weekend ahead!!! How are you spending yours? I'm looking forward to a couple pop ups AND some much needed down time with my family on the water. . PS. I loved this lovely summer girls night! Their charcuterie game was strong!!!... . Photo- @photobykea @gaylesfashions . . . #luxepicnic #popupevents #bcevents #vancouverisland #vancouverislandevents #portalberni #albernivalley #tofinoevents #qualicium #bc #albernitourism #sproatlake #tofino #ucluelet #parksville #popuppicnic See more

E L O P E! I believe that people come into our lives for a reason. In fact, I believe that most things happen for a reason. Some of you don't know this, but I've been selling real estate here in the Alberni Valley for the past 13 years, so I've had the opportunity to meet a lot of great people that I may have ever crossed paths with otherwise... Well, a few months back I had the pleasure of meeting the sweetest couple, THIS couple, when they decided they wanted to start loo...king for their first home here in the Valley. S and I chatted and exchanged emails a few times, then, in the middle of a pandemic, we started their home search. We soon found the right place for them to call home and grow into. Soon after that, I got another message from them, this time saying they wanted to elope, and could I plan a lovely picnic for them....Ummmm, heck YES I could! It quickly went from planning a picnic for two, to planning almost every detail of their elopement, and let me tell you, I LOVED every bit of it!!! R & S, thank you for coming into my life! I'm so grateful that our paths crossed, and I know we have years of friendship ahead of us! Congratulations again, on your beautiful day! . . If you've been thinking of eloping, or planning a micro wedding, I'm your girl! . From the ceremony arrangements and decor, a luxe picnic, florals, delicious treats and everything in between, we can make it happen! . . Photos- @photobykea Gown- @northofesme Food- @thenoblegrazer Cake and Macarons- @cscot62018 Florals- @willow.wave Newlyweds- @foreverplaytime & Richard @ Port Alberni, British Columbia

A week ago today, we got to set up the most incredible elopement for the most amazing couple...I loved every minute of it and can't wait to share more soon! . I'll be releasing all-inclusive elopement packages soon, but feel free to DM anytime for more info. .... . Photo-@photobykea Tabletop [email protected] See more

GIVEAWAY TIME !!!! This is HUGE!!! To help @thenoblegrazer celebrate 2500 followers @ will be giving away That's just ONE of the prizes that will be won by one lucky winner !!! Valued at over $500 ! .... Head to @thenoblegrazer and find this same image to enter . You must follow all accounts to be entered. Contest closes Monday at midnight. Good luck ! . . See more

L O V E . . Would you like being surprised by your love with a beautiful picnic? Plan a night to remember for your special someone. You won't regret it.... . . Beautiful shot by @photobykea . #picnic #portalberni #albernivalley #datenight #sociallydistantdate #popuppicnic #popupevents #picnicgoals #luxepicnic #qualicium #parksville See more

S I S T E R S Beautiful moments with family and friends should be cherished. Do You know that our Luxe packages include a mini photo session with a pro and few other lovely extras? Don't want the Luxe, we can make other arrangements for you too. DM for details!... . Photo-@photosbytiaa_ . #picnic #picnicgoals #sisters #albernivalley #qualicium #sproatlake #nanoosebay #tofinopicnic #islandevents #microwedding #elopement #nanaimoevents #popuppicnic #popupevents

M A R R I E D . . Something is definitely in the air, and it's not Covid! I'm getting lots of inquiries about elopements, and "micro" and "tiny" weddings, and let me tell you, I am here for it!... I love the idea of an intimate ceremony followed by a small dinner or picnic and celebration later in safer times. We are all learning and adjusting to the current situations. . If you're thinking of an intimate proposal, elopement, or tiny wedding in the next 12 months, DM for inquiries. We are working on some all inclusive packages and other exciting goodness! . . [email protected] Gown-@northofesme [email protected] Styling/Picnic-@michiganlane Graze Box-@thenoblegrazer Hat-@shopwestvon MUA-@enhancebeautyyy Lovers-@wildmammaboots @colinwiley @ Port Alberni, British Columbia

When you have seriously fab friends who get in touch to organize a Tuesday afternoon lunch picnic in their own backyard for friends...KH, you're such a gem of a human, and as always, I appreciate you're support! I'm glad you and you're group enjoyed it! . . . #luxepicnic #picnic #portalberni #albernivalley #popuppicnic #popupevents #vancouverislandevents #nanaimoevents #qualicium #qualicumbeach #tofino #ucluelet #uclueletelopement #tofinoelopement

E N G A G E D The most romantic proposal EVER! She planned an anniversary date night with the Luxe for Two, and he surprised her by getting down on one knee!!! Congratulations again to the sweetest couple!! .... ... Photo-@andrea_andersonphotography Fresh florals included with package-@freshnfabulousflowers See more

D E T A I L S . No two pop ups are the same! Currently we have 4 different picnic vibes/color schemes to choose from inspired by our surrounding areas for your picnic or dinner party. What's your ideal picnic vibe? Swipe ... . Thanks for the action shot @photosbytiaa_ .

Guys...I am still just swooning over this engagement that happened last night! It was such a beautiful thing. I was contacted a couple weeks ago by Alex who wanted to book an anniversary picnic for her and her boyfriend. We chatted back and forth about the vibe, and location. Little did any of us know, that her sweet boyfriend had planned an epic proposal and even had the parents there ready to celebrate after!! So so glad that Andrea Stirzaker Anderson and Tia Anderson (who is also the newly engaged lady's friend) there to capture this magic! Thank you Alex Nadig for letting us be a small part of this beautiful moment!

Soooo THIS happened last night at one of our picnic. So giddy and happy for this beautiful couple!!! Nobody saw it coming!

C H E E R S! . . Summer is FINALLY here, and we are not upset about it! I can't wait for more nights like this. I seriously feel like the luckiest to have so many incredible women in my life! I highly recommend grabbing your girls (who are in your bubble of course), and treating yourself to a pop up picnic experience!... . . #popuppicnic #popupevents #picnicgoals #luxepicnic #popupparty #portalberni #albernivalley #westcoast #tofino #ucluelet #qualicium #picnic #sproatlake #girlsnight #letsstayin #bridalshower #babyshower #bacheloretteparty

I love that more and more couples are considering micro weddings and elopements. What's more romantic than an intimate setting with just you and your love?! This is what one of our Luxe Picnic for Two looks like. The florals from Willow and Wave on this table blew my mind!

My kind of girls night "out"! Does this look like something you'd want to do? Call up a few of your best girls,, pick a day, and leave the rest to me! You won't regret it! . .... Forest picnic inspo found on @pinterest . . . . . #popuppicnic #popupevents #picnicgoals #picnic #luxepicnic #girlsnight #bridalshower #vancouverisland #albernivalley #portalberni See more

What are your plans for the weekend? . We have a super amazing and unique pop up picnic booked for tonight, that I'm beyond excited to style! . We have a ladies brunch birthday picnic for Sunday..And at some point I plan on adding more shelving to the stock room. ... . . If you don't have plans for Saturday night, we have an opening! DM for booking! . . -@photobykea See more

G I V E A W A Y We are giving away a Pop-Up Picnic for FOUR people! A perfect night for you and three friends in your "bubble" or a fun double date night! ... H O W T O W I N; -Follow @michiganlane -Like this post -Tag your friends for entries - Check Instagram page for extra entries . CONTEST CLOSES SATURDAY JULY 4TH. . Winner gets to choose a Thursday or Friday night (based on availability). Must be in the Alberni Valley area.

Oh hey! I'm so excited to be announcing this new side-venture of mine during such a wild time, but here it goes! . While I still love real estate & it's something I'll be continuing to do full-time, I miss making time for creativity! Michigan Lane is something that I've been wanting to start for so long, and now that our two boys are a bit older, and with the support of friends and family, I felt the need to dive into this! I'm beyond grateful and giddy about the response ...this little business has been getting! Thank you! . What is a pop up Picnic you ask? Imagine enjoying the coziness of your living room but in a beautifully styled setting in your own backyard or in your favorite park or place with a loved one, friends, or family... There's something so dreamy, about sitting outside and enjoying a thoughtfully put together dining experience. . If you've been going a little stir crazy, and you're looking for something unique, safe and lovely to do this summer, check out our packages. Great for small birthday parties, date nights, socially distant gatherings, showers, etc. Hope to hear from you soon, Alixe

L O V E . . The Luxe for two! The perfect way to celebrate an anniversary, elopement or birthday! .... You just say where, and we'll style a beautiful picnic setting for you to enjoy! . . Photos by Photo By Kea @photobykea

How to book & pricing. For Luxe Packages of more than 2 people, please contact us.

A perfect night out with a best friend or your love is a pop up picnic for two! You say where, and we'll set it up!

A little bit about Michigan Lane...

It's all in the details! I love how this lakeside pop up picnic for two came together!

I've been getting a lot of inquiries about small birthday party packages since sharing this magical little shoot with Kristie Courtney Photography and her beautiful girls! What a great way to celebrate a little ones special day! Contact us for inquiries!