Kid's Tableware and Placemats

 

 A friend recently asked me for some tips on websites that might have monogrammed kid's bowls and plates and  personalized placements. Here are the sites I gave her if you're in need of something similar anytime soon:

 

http://www.laplates.com/

 

http://www.thepapercafe.net/placemats.html

 

https://www.pineapplegrovegifts.com/giftshop.aspx?cat=75

 

http://www.thepalmgifts.com/view.php?id=412

 

http://www.papercottage.net/bowls1.html

 

http://www.papercottage.net/plplse.html

 

http://sunshinepaperie.com/store/placemats.htm

Daisy's Summer Look?

Daisy told me she wanted to sport one of these collars this summer? She just might be the preppiest dog on the Upper East Side. Although, there is quite a bit of competition. =)
I'm loving these adorable summer collars.
Buy them at Harry Barker!

Introducing...Southern Wears and Gifts

One of my fellow preppy bloggers has gone into business...officially! Congrats to Ciarla and her new business, Southern Wears and Gifts. She has adorable preppy designs that can be put on just about everything. Check her out! http://www.southernwears.com/

I think J is going to need one of these cute designs on a t-shirt very soon. I also love the placemat. I really love her nautical designs.

Don't forget to "friend" Southern Wears on facebook.

WW Recipe-Southern Oven "Fried" Chicken

This recipe is surprisingly good! Enjoy you Southern lovin' skinny thangs!

1/2 cup fat-free buttermilk
1/2 cup cornflakes, crushed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 lbs of chicken (recipes says parts...I used breasts)
4 teaspoons canola oil

1. Preheat Oven to 400F;spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Pour the buttermilk into a large shallow bowl. On a sheet of wax paper, combine the cornflake crumbs, flour, salt, and pepper. Dip the chicken in the buttermilk, then dredge in the cornflake mixture, coating completely. Place the chicken on the baking sheet; drizzle with the oil. Bake 30 minutes, then turn chicken over. Bake until cooked through, 15-20 minutes longer.

Per serving (about 2 pieces if using parts): 229 Cal, 10g Fat, 2g Sat Fat, 0g Trans Fat

Recipe found in Weight Watchers New Complete Cookbook.

Do You Fly Delta?

Ever since I was little (and grew up in Atlanta), my airline of choice is normally Delta. Delta has let me down many, many times and they have done some wonderful things as well. Air travel these days is tough, add a toddler who doesn't want to sit...and well it is an adventure. In order for A and I to travel to Mexico, I had to fly J home to my parents. This required that we check not 1, but 2 bags! YIKES! When we fly with A we don't have to worry about paying baggage fees because he is medallion frequent flyer, but when we are on our own we hand over the cash. That first bag is now $30.00! From here on out, I don't have to pay it! I'm also a long time American Express fan and since I fly Delta, I have the Delta Amex card. I love it and it helps me earn free flights home. They recently announced that all card holders can now check their first bag for free! This will pay the annual fee in no time at all for us! We also get a companion certificate once a year (basically a buy one get one free.)

Delta is currently offering a promotion for new card holders to by referred by current card holders. I can get 10,000 miles for referring you and you will get 20,000 miles (5,000 are medallion qualifying miles). You get an additional 5,000 miles if you add someone to your account.

Email me if you are interested: magnoliasmarriageandmanhattan@gmail.com. I'm always looking for a few more miles so I can head South to the family!

Engagement Party Pictures

These are a few shots from the engagement party that we held for my husband's cousin at PJ Clarke's on the Hudson last week. It was a great party and we had a private patio that overlooked a marina. We even had a view of the Statue of Liberty as we sipped our beverages, it was such an amazing experience! Our patio also had a bar and hamburger buffet set up, complete with PJ Clark's famous onion straws and fries. YUM! It was a great night and if you were wondering, I went with the 1st dress! We did minimal decorating because it was at a restaurant and the linens were already provided, just a small little bouquet reminded everyone we weren't just there for after dinner drinks!

The statue of liberty is that small long figure behind the lamp post. It was so pretty when the sun was setting!

I also borrowed a few pictures off one of my friend's blog for the other party that we helped host on Thursday night. These are pictures from the Bama party that I shared the invite. I can take no credit at all for the incredible details as I wasn't there to help. I do take credit for having such awesome and amazingly talented friends!! =)

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Please email me at magnoliasmarriageandmanhattan@gmail.com to claim your prize! Thank you to everyone for entering. Be on the lookout for more fun giveaways soon. If you are a vendor interested in being on the schedule for June or July giveaways please email me. Spaces filling up! 

31 Online Show (Preppy Bags and More)

I'm hosting my first online 31 Show. Have you heard of 31? I had not until my friend Tracy became a consultant. Their stuff is adorable and how could I not share it with my preppy readers. (Of course, the hostess rewards are always nice, so spend, spend, spend! Ha, Ha!) There really are some great deals and almost everything can me monogrammed for an additional $6.00. Win and win. I could go on and on, but your better off just taking a look at the site and their online catalog.

Here's how it works:

1) Click here to start shopping via my link
Tip: Be sure to click on the "View Our Catalog" link to see all of the pattern and monogramming options.
2) Once you place your order, it will not be processed until the end of this party. Your credit card will be authorized, but not charged until  the end of the party. As of now, the party will end on May 31st. If something changes, I'll let you know.
 3) Orders will be processed and shipped after the party closes. If you want your order shipped and processed immediately, please email me at magnoliasmarriageandmanhattan@gmail.com and I'll get you set up.
 4) If you would like to shop via a real catalog, then email me at magnoliasmarriageandmanhattan@gmail.com and we will send you one in the mail.

As a teaser, here are a few of the adorable products that you can order! 

This is just the start....click here for much more!

This About Town blanket in navy is perfect for trips to the park for a picnic! It runs $39.50.

Loving this plush baby blanket and adorable diaper bag! The blanket is $26.00.

The diaper bag is the Accessibility/Mommy Tote in Organic Flower - $42. I don't think I could get away with putting J's name on it. Good thing it comes in a few other patterns.

The ribbon pacifier holder in brown stripe is only $5.00 and makes a perfect shower or baby gift paired with a couple other necessities.

This is the picnic thermal tote in Newport Bloom. It runs $26.50 and would be perfect for picnics in the park, trips to the beach, or for a day of boating.

 

This is the thermal tote in Newport Bloom and it runs $14.00. Great deal!

This is the small tote lunch bag in navy breeze. It runs $12.50. I've been looking for a tote like this to pack J's food and milk in when we go to the park. I think I've found my tote!

This is the small thermal container in sandy swirl. It runs $21.50 and would be great to throw a few beers in for tailgating or to hold all the snacks for the little guys soccer games. 

 How adorable is this clipboard. The first picture is the back and the 2nd picture is the front. It runs $21.00 and this is Newport Bloom again.

 Loving these photo wallets to share all those presh pics of your little ones! Great gift for Moms and Grandmas! $20.00. The first pattern is Newport Stripe, the 2nd pattern is Chocolate Spots.

 

The mini zipper pouch in lime stripe is $10.00 and the zipper pouch in multi dot is $12.00.

 This adorable bib in I'm a Whoot Owl is only $12.50.

How cute is the pink monogram on the Pleated Top Beach Top in Newport Bloom for $42.00.

The square utility tote in navy breeze is calling my name with a lime monogram! It's $24.50 and could be used for magazines, toys, shoes, just about anything!

The next two pictures are the large utility totes. They run $29.50. The first pattern is Newport Stripe and the 2nd pattern is Newport Bloom.

This is the boardwalk bag in peony bloom for $39.50. It makes a great purse, diaper bag or carry on bag.

This is the cindy tote. It's a great large bag that you can use as a tote, beach bag or diaper bag. It runs $68.00.

This is the large travel bag in deep blue ring. It runs $89.00.

This is the Retro Metro Bag in Green Ditzy. It runs $52.00.

The shower caddy would make a great graduation gift for your favorite high school grad or maybe your little one that is heading to summer camp for the 1st time. It only runs $15.50 and is shown in paparazzi dot.

Right now, T is running a deal. If you spend $31.00, then you get this all-in-one organizer bag for just $5.00. (Plus the $6.00 if you want it monogrammed.) It is available in other patterns too!