Iluka Picnics

04/10/2023

29/06/2023

Yamba Proposal 🧡

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12/03/2023

Pouring rain won't stop me on my final set up before our fabulous new owners take over (oh apart from a special micro wedding in May where I'll be making a cameo)...🧡

Thank you so much to everyone for your support - it's been truly incredible 🦋

You will still see me around town, just on the opposite side of the lens with a glass in my hand enjoying a picnic myself instead 🤣

This page will continue as normal so stay tuned for all the exciting things ahead...

Much Love,
Louise xx
(Or as most people know me by...The Picnic Lady!🤣)

05/03/2023

Pretty in Pink for my last Hens Party - but certainly not the last for

Perfect day for a beautiful bride to be and her tribe...including the cutest little hen picnicker ever 🩵

The fabulous team taking over Iluka Picnics will be in full swing next month, so of course it's bookings as usual and I'm so excited for you all to have some new blood, not a 40 something sweaty mumma with a backache behind the lens! 🥂

18/02/2023

Baby Shower set up in your own remote island backyard 🌸🌿💕

What a day for a beautiful celebration with a large group of friends and family 🥂

This set up is a more relaxed vibe, without individual place settings. It gives you the flexibility to mingle, move around and enjoy the party vibe 💃

The brief was peachy pink, teal & white 💮

12/02/2023

Polaroid Wedding Moments 👰💍🤵🍾

12/02/2023

Garden Party 🌿🌺🌻

11/02/2023

Bringing back brightness with a bang! 🌻🌺🧡

No Filter 💐

Love this job! Styling is so much fun, but what's even better is when you meet the most wonderful new people every single time ✨️

Today was a surprise birthday garden party organised totally in secret by the birthday girls' beautiful Mother. I chose brighter colours than the wedding tones of late, as I had a hunch it would work better for this occasion 🌼

Happy Birthday Lovely! Have a fabulous time 🥂

*Today's set up included a designated kids table and drinks table, all in the comfort of your own backyard 🍾

10/02/2023

No Filter 🌿

One of the best memories in my fav places on Earth that I'll treasure forever...and it wasn't even my wedding 😂😭😍

10/02/2023

My little arbor in all her natural glory...🌿 Back in the epic paradise of a place where my business first originated...

She actually snapped last wknd as I hammered her in worried about the wind! Lucky for me I have a handy Pa who is the biggest legend ever 🍀

Watch this space...some very big news coming over the next few weeks...xx

09/02/2023

Perfect weather for a Beautiful Bride To Be 👰

No wind, no scorching February sun, no rain...pure bliss! Have a fabulous evening ladies 🥂

05/02/2023

The Jones' - 4.2.23 🥂

What an epic surprise wedding and an epic crew of family & friends! Thank you so much for asking me to assist with your incredible day Roxy & Brett ❤

Months of planning went into this day and it was a huge feat to pull off successfully in such a remote location in February 🌊

Oh and ps - the margaritas were on fire ! Yes I taste tested in a sea of sweat after laying rugs! 🤣🍸

Happy 40th Bretto 🍻
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Co-ordination & Styling - The stunning bride Roxy in conjunction with
Rugs, picnic tables, arbor, umbrellas, cushions
Bar & Staff -
Catering -
Florals -
Venue - Not telling 🌿

04/02/2023

My set up helpers 🌿

29/01/2023

About Today 🌊💙👙👩‍🦲

29/01/2023

Beachside Baby Shower 🌊

Definitely the hardest set up I've ever done (in this crazy heat down a cliff), but worth the end result! I think...🤔?

There was even a 'mom'osa bar!

Swim time 👙


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24/01/2023

Yes!! Wandering Folk

21/01/2023

Last day tomorrow for this old girl! Tunes are on! Great pics Iluka NSW History Group

15/01/2023

Lighthouse Picnic 🌊

There's nothing more frustrating than smashing out an awesome looking picnic in the middle of summer with distance to carry stuff - only to be too hot, too stressed and too sweaty/blistering sunny - to snap a decent pic before the surprise birthday guest arrives!

Lucky for me there's more pics coming from a local photographer the family organised 😍

Did you know I can help you with photographers and just like catering, can pass on the various options available.

What a beautiful family & lucky, deserving 18 year old lady ❤️

14/01/2023

Surprise Birthday Picnic By The Sea 🥂

I hide out of sight, I collected the food today from and had it waiting with ice buckets also for your drinks.

I provide a music speaker, sign, napkins, garbage bags and all decor & tableware. Then I take it all home to wash up.

You just sit back & enjoy! 🍸

13/01/2023

What a spot for an 18th birthday picnic🥂

11/01/2023

Want a picnic here? Where you can fish, swim, bring your puppy and watch the sunset too?

Dm for details (and this is on an overcast day!)

03/01/2023

With so many new followers over the New Year, I thought I'd take the opportunity to welcome you all, wish you a Happy 2023 and introduce myself a bit further...

Now based in Yamba, Iluka Picnics has evolved to become an all encompassing events & styling business. I've now worked with clients up and down the North Coast, to create lasting life long memories ranging from micro weddings, proposals, funerals, hens parties, baby showers, birthdays, corporate parties, high teas, christmas functions & kids gatherings - you name it - I can make it happen.

I pride myself on a unique approach to small events, whereby every set up is personalised and tailored to the individual, right down to colour scheme. I can help you choose photographers, catering, venues and what's more, I listen to exactly what YOU want, as opposed to just delivering the same service week in week out.

Do you have an event coming up you'd like help with? Shoot me a pm anytime. Bring on 2023 here in our little slice of paradise🍾🌊🧡

Louise x

30/12/2022

Adios 2022 - What a wild ride!

Thank you to everyone who has supported my little micro biz - new friends, new colleagues & new beginnings 🙏

Such a challenging year for all...just trying to survive in the modern world seemed too hard most days this year as a single mum (despite how social media appears!). Too much stress, illness & turmoil. Wishing myself & you all a healthy and more relaxing 2023 🤞

Bring on 2023 I say!

Much Love,
Louise xx
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29/12/2022

Remote Beach Proposal 💍

The last picnic of 2022 was a little seaside beauty 🌊

Looking to propose in 2023? Wanting to plan something special & unique? Send me a DM anytime 🧡

28/12/2022

Sneak peek from yesterday...at my favourite place in the world 🌊

More to come of this surprise picnic soon...

23/12/2022

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas & safe, healthy, happy New Year 🥂🎄✨️

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22/12/2022

Only 3 more sleeps...!

Are you starting to get excited? Up until yesterday I really wasn't...I felt exhausted, stressed and utterly spent from the chaos of the last few years...

But last night, as my 4 year old snuggled in with me, we were discussing the elves in the North Pole & how busy they were building toys. Then he went on to tell me he has asked Santa for a rocket ship and has been such a good boy ❤ My heart melted and I remembered why we humans put ourselves through this chaotic thing called Christmas!

No matter who you are with, or even if you are on your own, (which I have been on Christmas), may your heart be filled by the sheer miracle that is LIFE - in all its joys, heartaches, difficulties & triumphs ✨️

📸 Photos from our Yamba Christmas High Tea 2022 by the fabulous Hannah

21/12/2022

20/12/2022

Christmas Party Goals 🥂

I absolutely loved this dream styling job for Ray White Yamba. What a fabulous team!

Merry Christmas & thank you x

Ps - The incredible food will be getting its own post very soon!
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Bar & Festoon Lighting:
Furniture Hire: