Last Chance to Buy NOLA Items

Marie Grace is still AVAILABLE for holiday buying!! Hurry!

Marie Grace's Accessories 

Ruthie's Accessories

NOLA Banquet Table vs Caroline's Table and Treats

  Banquet Table and Treats

I actually fell in love with this set when it debuted in 2011. I also loved the courtyard furniture. I heard that Caroline could possibly get a similar set. However this is pure speculation.

2014 Beforever

Caroline's Table and Treats

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Madelon gives those of who do not have the NOLA Banquet Table and Treats a closer look.

 "I was wondering if Caroline's table and some of her treats set are the same as that of retired Marie-Grace and Cecile's collection, so I photographed it."

"Is this the same pedestal or different?"

 

  "Is this the same treat set or a similar one?"

     

" The table looks the same too."

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Thank you Madelon for these photos. 

The table and the silver tiered treat stand look to be the same with the tulip edges, but there are different tea cakes and muffins. The white pedestal looks to be the same though Caroline's arm is in the way. I do see some sort of detail similar to the lattice on the lower base of the stem on Caroline's pedestal, but without actually having it in front me it is difficult to say. Without a doubt the cream puffs ARE the same only the frosting is white not yellow.

If anyone has the new Beforever set from Caroline's collection, please email photos so we can add them to this post.

*In Store Report* AGP DC

Madelon sends in photos from AGP DC. There was an Isabelle Scavenger Hunt going on at the time. 

Madelon always sends me adorable photos Julie!

Marie Grace stands alone.

Thanks Madelon!!

*NEWS* Bare NOLA Display AGP Atlanta

These photos of the NOLA display in Atlanta are just heartbreaking. Poor Marie Grace stands all alone. Reports in-store are that buyers are opting for Julie over both Marie Grace or Ivy.

Hurry! Add Ivy and Marie Grace to your collection!

*In Store Report* Meeting Author Sarah Master Buckey - AGPDC

Madelon met AG author Sarah Master Buckey today at a book signing. 

 

"She grew up two towns away from me. Small world! I will miss Marie Grace."

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Sarah Masters Buckey Sarah Masters Buckey is the author of the Marie-Grace Gardner books: Meet Marie-Grace, Marie-Grace and the Orphans, and Marie-Grace Makes a Difference. She also wrote The Hidden Gold: A Marie-Grace Mystery. Sarah Masters-Buckey was raised in New Jersey and lived in Texas for 15 years. Growing up, she loved swimming and sledding—and reading lots of books! In sixth grade, she was thrilled when her first story was published in her school’s newspaper. In addition to this latest work, Sarah has written a variety of other books for American Girl. Her Molly® mystery The Light in the Cellar won an Agatha Award for Best Children’s Mystery. Sarah was nominated for the Agatha Award in 2008 for A Thief in the Theater and in 2005 for The Curse of Ravenscourt. She was nominated for an Edgar Award in 2007 for The Stolen Sapphire.

*IN Store Report* NOLA Display Stark - AGPDC

Madelon visited AGPDC this afternoon.

A stark NOLA display without Cecile.

Ivy is still available as of this afternoon.

Madelon is always so sweet to include photos of my girl Julie!

Kaya's display is now where NOLA display was.

Thanks Madelon for the update!

*Reader Photos* NOLA Girl Tribute

Madelon's beautiful Marie Grace and Cecile in lovely custom dresses!

  

 

Marie Grace and Cecile - 

Best Friends Forever.

*In Store Report* NOLA Archival Sign AGPDC

Madelon sends in sad photos of the NOLA display in the DC store. The announcement of Marie Grace and Cecile's Archiving.

And of course Madelon has a way to cheer me up! Sending in the CUUUTEST photos of my favorite girl (next to Kirsten of course) Julie Albright!!!!

I love this so much! (sigh the VW)

Thanks Madelon!!

*NEWS* AG Announces Mass NOLA Archivals - Good-bye Marie Grace & Cecile

Hot on the heels of mass rumors and speculation the day has finally (inevitably) come.

American Girl NOLA collection to be archived 2014.

I know this is heartbreaking.
I have just received word from a blog reader:
 
"I wanted to let you know that I have ordered Ruthie, her pajamas, accessories and holiday gown this past Sunday. When I ordered the American Girl customer service rep on the phone told me her pjs were of "very low" quantity. Wanted to pass along the info re quantities to you. I just saw the announcement re  Ruthie, Ivy and the NOLA girls."