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9 Of The Best Picnic Rugs In Australia In 2024
If there’s anything we’ve learned in the last couple of years, it’s that being prepared with the right tools can mean that we’re better prepared for anything that comes our way. With that in mind, geez - picnic rugs (or picnic blankets) have become a hot commodity.
The humble picnic rug has come a long since the days of throwing down a huge towel and setting down your fish and chips, or pulling out the tartan-brushed picnic blanket with a waterproof underside from mum and dad’s car.
What to look for in the perfect picnic rug:
Durability:
You want to ensure your picnic blanket will last the distance when placed in the outdoors. Likewise, if you need to wash your picnic blanket, it pays to ensure it’s made of a fabric that washes well in the washing machine and doesn’t stain.
Easy to store:
Many picnic blankets these days come with their own strap attachment that allows you to quickly fold them into themselves, tie them off, and store them away. You want your picnic blanket to fold down to at least ¼ of the size so that it can be stored easily in the boot or a cupboard until you need it. Many picnic blankets also come with a bag you can pop your folded blanket inside for safekeeping.
Weatherproof:
Many picnic blankets come with a water-resistant bottom liner, which means that they’re able to be placed on damp ground without soaking through to where you’re sitting.
Comfortable:
An element of padding is preferred in picnic blankets, especially as you’ll be sitting on the floor for a period of time. Uneven terrain or stick-laden grounds can make for a pretty uncomfortable picnic unless you have an element of padding to protect yourself.
Beautiful design:
These days, picnic blankets are as beautiful as a dress you’d pick to wear from your wardrobe. The design options are endless and Instagram-worthy they are!
Here are the best picnic rugs in Australia in 2024:
1. Kollab Picnic Mat, $109.95
What makes Kollab Picnic Mats different?
Kollab Picnic Mats are HUGE, measuring a whopping 2m x 2m, easy-to-fold and water resistant. Plus they come in some of the most beautiful patterns I’ve seen in a picnic blanket to date. Our personal favourite is the Hyper Floral - just look at those stunning peachy tones.
The great part is there is no science to packing up a picnic blanket of this size. Kollab have designed their picnic mats with an adjustable strap so that they don’t need to be folded in any specific way. Just fold or roll it up however you please and adjust the strap to suit.
Kollab Picnic Mats - the details:
Size: L 2m x W 2m
Size folded: 37cm x 27cm x 9cm
Oxford water-resistant fabrication means it’s easy to keep clean
Water-resistant back keeps the underneath dry
Comfortable foam lining
Comes with a convenient adjustable strap that makes it easy to roll up and secure.
Wipe clean with a damp cloth
Why try the Kollab Picnic Mat?
Finally, a mat that really is big, water resistant and easy to fold! Kollab Picnic Mats are designed with an adjustable strap so that they don’t need to be folded in any specific way. Just fold or roll it up however you please and adjust the strap to suit.
Water-resistant fabrication makes it the perfect partner for the beach or park as spills are wiped clean easily and squishy foam lining makes it soft and comfortable to sit or lay on.
Kollab offer sizes including a Medium Mat perfect to share with your mini up to the largest size that suits a family of five.
You can also pair your Picnic Mat with matching beach umbrella, beach or cooler bag to complete your perfect park of beach set up this summer!
Real customer reviews:
"'After being introduced to Kollab from a friend who came to a picnic with the best rug I've ever seen I knew I had to jump on immediately and get one for myself. The material is amazing and so easy to clean which I love when I'm using it with my kids and need to wipe down any spills quickly. I love that I could get a matching bag for any occasion to pair back with it too.'"
"'Best Picnic Mat ever and I did my research! Waterproof both sides, say no more. Great designs and a strap to hold it all together. Treated myself to the matching Cooler Bag too which fits 6 yumboxes and 4 drink bottles PERFECTLY!! Great quality handles and zip as well.'"
2. Hendeer 'ACROSS THE UNIVERSE' WOVEN PICNIC RUG/THROW, $109
What makes Hendeer Picnic Rugs different?
These woven tapestry blankets are so versatile! Use them as a picnic rug or beach blankets outdoors...as a throw or wall tapestry, indoors.
'The Hendeer 'Across the Universe' picnic rug is an elegant fusion of Art Nouveau and Bohemian lace. It’s a haven of whimsical patterns in contrasting and spirited tones of dark teal and white!
It is a light-weight throw that is thoughtfully woven using a blend of cotton and recycled polyester (sourced from plastic bottles and waste diverted from landfill and our oceans) ... to create an intricate bohemian folk and playful design.
Hendeer 'THE INNER LIGHT' WOVEN PICNIC RUG/THROW - the details:
- The regular size measures 130x160cm and weighs 1kg.
- The large size measures 170x200cm and weighs 1.65kg.
- Carry strap is not included – sold separately
Real customer reviews:
"“This blanket is beautiful. It works perfectly at a picnic, as a decorative throw and a summer sleeping blanket. I love it and highly recommend. It is also reversible and the pattern on the other side of the blanket is quite nice.”" - Katie Thompson
3. The Somewhere Co Kaleidoscope Picnic Rug, $99
What makes The Somewhere Co Kaleidoscope Picnic Rug different?
Featuring seriously stunning prints, faux leather accents and a waterproof backing, The Somewhere Co Picnic Rugs are pretty and practical. Like all TSC picnic products, the shoulder strap means you can go hands-free, making set up and pack down a little easier. They’re also totally compact and super easy to roll up too!
Take a step back in time to the 70s with this retro, abstract geometric print. Featuring a warm colour palette of cream, peach, pink, brown and orange, Kaleidoscope is groovy, baby!
The Somewhere Co Kaleidoscope Picnic Rug - the details:
Size: 150cm x 200cm | 59” x 78” (flat), 42cm x 11cm | 16.5” x 4.3” (rolled)
Fits four people comfortably with space in the middle for food!
Adjustable and removable vegan leather shoulder strap
Sturdy vegan leather carry handle
Material: Fleece with waterproof lining underside
Artist design
Vegan leather and gold hardware
4. Pik•Nik Australia picnic rug, $149.00
What makes the Pik•Nik Australia picnic rug different?
The Pik•Nik picnic rug is the ultimate summer essential for a family day out at the beach. The generous 2m x 2m size is perfect at the park or at the beach. Machine washable, the Pik•Nik Australia picnic rug can be thrown into the wash with ease, and sand, dirt and grass won’t stick!
Each Pik•Nik picnic rug is printed with original artwork from an Australian Artist, on eco-friendly materials. It’s also padded for ultra comfort and water resistant, and comes with wind pegs for those windy days.
Why try the Pik•Nik Australia picnic rug?
Pik•Nik Australia might be the new kid on the block, but nothing has been left unturned when designing these beautiful quality rugs.
Features:
- Machine Washable - which is essential for the messy hands and dirty feet that come hand in hand with a picnic.
- Big - 2m x 2m that's easy to roll and is compact!
- Australian Artist Original artwork printed on Eco-Friendly material
- The rug that has it all! It comes with everything - wind pegs for those windy day picnics and stylish Vegan Leather handle you can pop on your shoulder and keep your hands free
- Water Resistant - spills will bead giving you time to them wipe up
- Stain Resistant fabric - yes, even the lighter Palm Tree design. Red Wine, Tomato sauce and even coloured lollies have been tested.
- Sand, dirt and grass won't stick
- Durable - leave it in the boot of the car - always ready for the next adventure
- Padded for comfort
- Designed on the Sunshine Coast, by a Mum of 3 young kids who loved to picnic, even if it was in the lounge room.
"Absolutely love our Pik•Nik rug! Beautiful design, amazing quality and love that it’s machine washable. The carry shoulder straps are so handy to keep my hands free with little ones. Highly recommend."
"I was on the hunt for a picnic blanket and couldn't find anything that ticked all the boxes until I came across Pik Nik. Machine washable was a huge tick from me, with little ones. I recently used it for a rainy soccer carnival for my 6yo and it washed perfectly with all the muddy footsteps left on it."
5. Oliochi Belize Picnic Blanket, $149.00
What makes the Oliochi Belize Picnic Blanket different?
The perfect choice for indoor and outdoor use, the Oliochi Picnic Blankets are made from durable and easy to care for fabric. Designed in Australia, the Oliochi Picnic Blanket has a top layer of high quality water resistance canvas, a padded middle layer to provide comfort on hard surfaces and a 100% waterproof under layer.
Why try the Oliochi Belize Picnic Blanket?
Perfect for the park, sporting events, outdoor festivals and concerts, and also suitable for babies and toddlers as a playmat. Oliochi Picnic Blankets provide extra padding for indoor hard floors and easily fold away into a matching bag with carry handles. Oliochi Picnic Blankets can be stylishly and effortlessly carried to any event and are machine washable and quick drying. All Oliochi Picnic Blankets are family size 140 cm x 180 cm and they’re an absolutely perfect gift for weddings, birthdays and baby showers.
Real customer reviews:
"Thank you so much for your wonderful customer service. The blanket is stunning and I know the lucky recipient will love it! Very happy to have discovered your products!" - Juliette
5 out of 5 stars
"I highly recommend this picnic blanket! It’s really well made and especially with this wetter weather and the waterproof base! Super impressed! Customer service was excellent with really quick replies! A very happy customer!" - OceanSam24
6. Saltwater Picnic Co. Picnic Rugs, $149
If there’s one item worth investing in for the whole family, it’s a good quality picnic rug. Perfect for - you guessed it - picnics, as well as outdoor play, exercise, and so much more, the Saltwater Picnic Co. Picnic Rugs are quite simply the most comfortable, stylish - and perfect - picnic rug on the market.
What makes Saltwater Picnic Co. Picnic Rugs different?
Saltwater Picnic Co. Picnic Rugs are 100% made from recycled fabric, saving 96 bottles from landfill and waterways! Better still, they partner with Ecologi to create plantations in areas that need them (over 600 plants planted to date) and Plastic Oceans Australasia to teach kids about plastic pollution.
Aside from their epic sustainability practices, perhaps what we love most about these beautiful picnic rugs are the limited edition designs you can choose from. Working with local artists, designers and creatives, Saltwater Picnic Co. come up with designs that are capped at just 250 items! Meaning that you’ll always score yourself a very special piece!
Why try Saltwater Picnic Co. Picnic Rugs?
If you’re after a beautiful picnic rug large enough for the whole family, you can’t go past Saltwater Picnic Co. Picnic Rugs. Not only do these 2m x 2m rugs come as one single piece, free from future fail points and joins running through the design, they’re also stain proof, repelling moisture with ease. If you do manage to soil your Saltwater Picnic Co. rug, you can simply throw it in the washing machine!
Real customer reviews:
"“From beach picnics, NRL games, botanical gardens to the back yard under the stars. Messy dogs and messy boyfriends, somehow my gorgeous rug always comes up spotless after a simple rinse from the hose, or even just my water bottle when I'm feeling lazy. It is so practical so easy to roll back up (one of my fears was it would never roll back up properly again) I absolutely adore my rug and have recommended to many of my friends. My mum friends even love it too knowing their children can get as messy as they want and my gorgeous rug will still be just as gorgeous the quality is just phenomenal. I am in love. Saltwater Picnic Co is a phenomenal up and coming brand who deserve all the love in the world and all the success!”" - Hannah Bucknall
"“I finally found the picnic blanket I have been searching for! It's soft and cushy but grass doesn't stick to it, it's easy to clean and the colours/prints are so much fun. Not to mention the customer service is awesome and shipping is super fast. 10/10 would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a good sized picnic blanket!”" - Victoria Hrebien
7. Edwards & Co Picnic Blanket, $79
What makes the Edwards & Co Picnic Blanket different?
The Edwards & Co Picnic Blanket is a must-have for the new parent and fits perfectly in the storage basket of your Edwards & Co stroller. It's machine-washable and waterproof, making it essential for coffee group catch-ups and weekend adventuring with the family.
Edwards & Co Picnic Blanket - the details:
Dimensions: 1.5 x 2m
Machine-washable, waterproof backing
Carries STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® label
Packaged in a biodegradable zip lock bag
8. Picnic Season Petal Party Really Big Picnic Rug and Backpack Set, $199
What makes Picnic Season Petal Party Really Big Picnic Rug different?
Each piece in our Picnic Season x Steph Chapman collab collection is a high resolution fine art reproduction of an original mixed media on canvas artwork. Made with reinforced eyelet corners, this picnic blanket comes with a four pack of super-strong aluminium Picnic Pegs ensure your picnic stays put on the grass. DuPont Teflon© stain and water-resistant durable, smooth poly top side encourages liquid to bead and makes it harder for stains to stick and easier to remove.
Picnic Season Petal Party Really Big Picnic Rug - the details:
Total weight of Rug + Backpack + Picnic Pegs set is 4.7kg
100% Polyester
Made in the P.R.C.
9. SUNNYLiFE Luxe Beach & Picnic Blanket, $129.99
What makes the SUNNYLiFE Beach & Picnic Blanket different?
Live your life in the sun with SUNNYLiFE! Lay back and relax with the SUNNYLiFE Luxe Beach & Picnic Blanket.
SUNNYLiFE Luxe Beach & Picnic Blanket - the details:
Product Dimensions - 140 x 175 x 1 cm
Package Dimensions - 55 x 25 x 4 cm
Package Weight - 1.06 kgs
Materials - Microfibre Polyester
Real customer review:
"“Super practical, light weight and stylish! Easy to wipe down should any spills occur.”" - Angela G
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