Which signature techniques does Natasha Nicholes use for curating family events?

I tend to build family events around a few core habits rather than a rigid formula:

• Start with togetherness, not perfection – I focus on experiences we can actually enjoy as a family of six, not what looks best on Instagram. Easy food, flexible schedules, and space for kids’ personalities all matter.

• Center it on story and memory – whether it’s travel, gardening days, or birthdays, I think about “what do we want to remember from this?” and build around that: a special meal, a game, a tradition, or a photo ritual.

• Make it accessible and budget‑friendly – I love showing that larger families can have fun without going broke, so I lean on road trips, local adventures, potlucks, and DIY touches instead of high-cost outings.

• Involve the kids and community – I loop the children into planning and, when I can, tie events to our volunteer work or gardening, so it’s fun and meaningful at the same time.

Is there a specific type of family event you’re trying to plan right now?