Mixed Prints Life

Outdoor Family Entertaining!

Welcome to our little corner of the blogging world!  If you are visiting from the ABC WLS segment today, all of the items are featured below. We hope you can stay awhile!

Who We Are:

Samantha {mommy} :: Main blogger, full-time wife & mommy, part-time paralegal, professor, licensed (not practicing) attorney, lover of all things technological (usually) and generally happy person!

Jim {daddy} :: Very rare blogger, full-time husband & daddy, employee of the government, smarter than a whip, marathon runner, and the best partner in this crazy life!

Charlie {age 3} :: First-born, particular, hates messes, car lover, Tangled actor,blonde-haired,hazel-eyed prince!

Jack {age 1} :: The “baby” of the family, firecracker, climber-upper, brother-botherer, doesn’tlikethewordno dirty blonde, probably will be brown-haired, brown-eyed “angel”!
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Now for the featured items!! If you are looking for some new additions to your summer entertaining, here are some great new products that I really think you’ll love!

1).  Drink-N-Plate (drinkandplate.com)

Drink-N-Plate is a durable reusable, dishwasher-safe combo plate and drink holder that is perfect for all outdoor settings. Held with one hand, the Drink N’ Plate is a combination of plate and drink holder, allowing the entire meal to be carried conveniently and easily. $24 per pack of 8. 

No need to be worried about picking up a bunch of half-filled abandoned cups at the end of the party. Every guest can easily keep their drink and meal together!

2).  Little Griddle (littlegriddle.com)

Little Griddle is a line of heavy duty grill-top griddles that shatters all the conventional limits on cooking outside on your grill, allowing virtually anything to be cooked on any grill. There is a Little Griddle to fit any shape or size grill, round or rectangular, large enough to cook meals like a breakfast of eggs, hash browns, bacon and pancakes, a lunch of philly cheesesteaks or a dinner of the day’s catch, stir fry, burgers with sautéed onions, and so forth. Griddle your salmon filets with your favorite seasonings; there is no need to wrap them in foil. You can even bake cookies and pizza on your grill. It cleans up easily right on the grill, no need to wash in kitchen sink. $69.99 – $449.99 depending on size

Perfect for the grilling kahuna in your life, the Little Griddle makes a perfect Father’s day gift and will keep your kitchen cool and collected!

3).  PlaceTiles (placetile.com)

PlaceTiles are stylish erasable ceramic accent labels, perfect as table place cards for guests or as a descriptive accessory for each dish being served. No more cheap paper or plastic tags, PlaceTiles are a nice, personalized finishing touch for a dinner party, reception or any gathering, giving the VIP treatment to guests and highlighting each dish. Retails for
$35 for a set of 6

PlaceTiles are the perfect way to let your guests know where to sit or what you’re serving! You can also clearly label specialty foods, such as gluten-free or vegetarian.

4).  Rolf Glass (rolfglass.com)

Rolf Glass is the only line of affordable cut and etched/engraved glass made in North America. Combining state of the art robotics with the traditional craft of glass cutting and engraving, Rolf Glass is able to produce pieces of even higher quality and workmanship than the custom work of glass artisans at the same price as low-quality overseas manufacturers.

This etched/engraved glassware will make a great hostess gift for the next party you attend or can take your outdoor BBQ to the next level. Beautiful glassware with unique patterns based on your personal style.

5).  ThermaCELL Patio Lantern (mosquitorepellent.com)

The ThermaCELL Patio Lantern is the best option for keeping mosquitoes and other insects away. The Patio Lantern is both a powerful insect repellent device and a stylish outdoor lantern, with both functions being usable separately or together. Providing a 15×15 ft mosquito-free zone, it is 98% effective (tested and used by the Department of Defense and the United States Army), making it the most effective insect repellent device on the market. It is also non-toxic, safe and non-intrusive, being DEET-free, silent, portable and odor free. Retails for $29.99

As a mom, one of my biggest concerns in the summer is BUGS! I love having an option that doesn’t include greasy, oily spray on active, won’t sit still, kiddos!

6).  Sport-Brella Chair (sport-brella.com)

Relax in style at the beach while also staying protected.  The Sport-Brella Beach Chair is a low-profile folding sport chair with adjustable overhead umbrella featuring an extra-high back and foam armrests for maximum comfort.
Its 360 degree swivel umbrella allows for protection from the sun no matter the time of day or angle of the sun.  Great for wind protection too.  The ultra-aerodynamic umbrella connects to either side of the chair and swivels on two push buttons.  UPF 50+ lining for maximum sun protection.  Comes with compact carry bag for easy storage and transport.  $49.99,sport-brella.com to purchase or find a retailer.

Being avid parade watchers, foldable camping chairs are a must in our home! Keep out the sun (and wind!) with this foldable, portable, comfortable chair with 360 degree swivel umbrella.

7).  Sachi Fashion Lunch Handbags (sachi-bags.com)

Sachi Lunch Bags are insulated, fashionable lunch bags suitable for any setting. Stylish and roomy enough to double as a purse or handbag, while effectively keeping food hot or cold as desired. Easily wipes clean with a damp cloth. Handles fold down for easy fit in the refrigerator. Zips closed and handles fold down to the sides so that you may lay it flat, allowing for easy refrigerator storage. Comes in a variety of styles and colors. Retails for $9.99 – $25.99.

As a working mom, I hate having to carry multiple bags every time I head out the door. These fashionable bags make carrying lunch cute, environmentally friendly, and efficient. Carry all your daily essentials while also keeping food hot or cold as you desire!

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