tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82418278955504125062024-03-13T23:26:35.681-04:00Two Cottages And TeaTwo Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.comBlogger157125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-16971680101048009752018-01-04T19:07:00.000-05:002019-02-17T20:26:35.468-05:00A Blue January Tea TimeHappy New Year dear friends! It is a blue tea time for January! I have always liked how blue transferware and the white pristine snow go so well together!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lv_rolTUYSs/Wk641kfDLuI/AAAAAAAAFfE/NfEUjYQnbFA0ALkS6OXrxCaKPTn-fICOACLcBGAs/s1600/100_1103.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lv_rolTUYSs/Wk641kfDLuI/AAAAAAAAFfE/NfEUjYQnbFA0ALkS6OXrxCaKPTn-fICOACLcBGAs/s640/100_1103.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Cold, snow and more snow, a good time for soup and a hot cup of tea!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3vUHctMXXTM/Wk65RyMnSvI/AAAAAAAAFfI/UpeN9x-WWlobQjhbOWRYiTsKdz-ymtRNACLcBGAs/s1600/100_1093.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3vUHctMXXTM/Wk65RyMnSvI/AAAAAAAAFfI/UpeN9x-WWlobQjhbOWRYiTsKdz-ymtRNACLcBGAs/s640/100_1093.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I found my teapot at a antique mall in Appleton, Wisconsin last November while on a shopping trip with my sister. The Enoch Woods English Scenery teapot is a new shape for me.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yEXfIZwjE9o/Wk66LQMQI_I/AAAAAAAAFfM/ZI6ZnDDfGCEnXSDRj3xybSANUqoKbL3ZQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1101.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yEXfIZwjE9o/Wk66LQMQI_I/AAAAAAAAFfM/ZI6ZnDDfGCEnXSDRj3xybSANUqoKbL3ZQCLcBGAs/s640/100_1101.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The soup tureen is unmarked, but seeing I paid only $14.00 it does not matter!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3zfvly2yQq4/Wk67EL24aRI/AAAAAAAAFfQ/01DFY51t4fgADmilUdHGQTAfGL3HBBovgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1109.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3zfvly2yQq4/Wk67EL24aRI/AAAAAAAAFfQ/01DFY51t4fgADmilUdHGQTAfGL3HBBovgCLcBGAs/s640/100_1109.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Sweet Milli Joy sitting so pretty in her Christmas dress.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QVj4SxQur0o/Wk67jTaA_-I/AAAAAAAAFfU/Om_CKOK7HZIqYcKAMYmaKAImSIoC586jgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1107.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QVj4SxQur0o/Wk67jTaA_-I/AAAAAAAAFfU/Om_CKOK7HZIqYcKAMYmaKAImSIoC586jgCLcBGAs/s640/100_1107.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Molasses cookies, a favorite of mine, to end the meal with a couple more cups of tea!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-I1DT8iFvFQU/Wk68EjUFiEI/AAAAAAAAFfY/3E2wGEn98jst0bebjhlBuoNUycvPpAwDwCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1112.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-I1DT8iFvFQU/Wk68EjUFiEI/AAAAAAAAFfY/3E2wGEn98jst0bebjhlBuoNUycvPpAwDwCLcBGAs/s640/100_1112.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SR5abV6z-RU/Wk68XfvYr9I/AAAAAAAAFfc/osA3gLsDodYi7gqDS4qizlO8lIL29HHFwCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1114.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SR5abV6z-RU/Wk68XfvYr9I/AAAAAAAAFfc/osA3gLsDodYi7gqDS4qizlO8lIL29HHFwCLcBGAs/s640/100_1114.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-l33FdbLTSJw/Wk68ztgpPdI/AAAAAAAAFfg/pM0W7IfS52UhhWczK4O2_bIXJVYH25wzgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1103.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-l33FdbLTSJw/Wk68ztgpPdI/AAAAAAAAFfg/pM0W7IfS52UhhWczK4O2_bIXJVYH25wzgCLcBGAs/s640/100_1103.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for stopping by today and for all the special comments. After thinking long and hard about my blog I have decided to say goodbye. I have enjoyed getting to know so many of you dear friends over tea time. A special thanks to Bernideen, Ruth, and Sandi for your weekly tea parties. I shall miss sharing and the fun, but will still be enjoying all your posts! I recently started Two Cottages and Tea on Instagram if you would like to follow me there.<br />
<br />
Wishing many blessings to you and a very happy New Year!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Ruth's Tuesday Cuppa Tea party and Bernideen's Friends Sharing Tea party.<br />
<br />
Hugs,<br />
Nancy<br />
<span id="goog_917133293"></span><span id="goog_917133294"></span>Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-36913162586327053182017-11-09T13:13:00.000-05:002017-11-09T13:13:58.603-05:00Brown Transferware For A November TeaHello and happy November! Thank you for stopping by for tea time! Recently I won a gift from Bernideen's Tea Time, Cottage, and Garden blog. A darling clipboard she decoupage with a quaint old fashioned scene. I was so excited to receive the clipboard as I knew it would go so well in my log cottage along with my brown transferware I collect. Thank you Bernideen!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Dj4cipEwVpE/WgSTZqx-COI/AAAAAAAAFbU/sMMDakcoCekUXj_gq6btNNrs0V8wBnIXgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0992.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Dj4cipEwVpE/WgSTZqx-COI/AAAAAAAAFbU/sMMDakcoCekUXj_gq6btNNrs0V8wBnIXgCLcBGAs/s640/100_0992.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My tea trolley is set with tea china named Heritage Hall, made in England. The scene is a home in the "Vieux Carre" district of New Orleans.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qEKF1ATj5l8/WgSVE6PBimI/AAAAAAAAFbg/myU25WsgCXMRqTWmZgABteS4yS0pUYr7gCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0999.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qEKF1ATj5l8/WgSVE6PBimI/AAAAAAAAFbg/myU25WsgCXMRqTWmZgABteS4yS0pUYr7gCLcBGAs/s640/100_0999.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Pretty teapot I found at a antique mall.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-F4UpoNT5QNI/WgSWGrh1OJI/AAAAAAAAFbs/EmanBPGt454Lu2tOVFqZDZ2ML4LiT5EzwCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0994.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-F4UpoNT5QNI/WgSWGrh1OJI/AAAAAAAAFbs/EmanBPGt454Lu2tOVFqZDZ2ML4LiT5EzwCLcBGAs/s640/100_0994.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mdSGHQOruR0/WgSWXFeLPfI/AAAAAAAAFbw/CRWWY7eGp9AmzXaID6jAeJdzg73TwgUnwCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0996.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mdSGHQOruR0/WgSWXFeLPfI/AAAAAAAAFbw/CRWWY7eGp9AmzXaID6jAeJdzg73TwgUnwCLcBGAs/s640/100_0996.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
After I found the teapot I was on the hunt for the teacups, sugar, and creamer.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-b-Jp_Y2_cps/WgSXKS3ixbI/AAAAAAAAFb8/jlLWKW6tRT0PZ_jbr98enUQdVkr5dep3gCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-b-Jp_Y2_cps/WgSXKS3ixbI/AAAAAAAAFb8/jlLWKW6tRT0PZ_jbr98enUQdVkr5dep3gCLcBGAs/s640/100_1004.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Sugar cookie leaf cutouts and toffee scones along with Taylors of Harrogate pure Assam tea, also from Bernideen.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-O-ZdlWGkOAM/WgSYG5RCGCI/AAAAAAAAFcI/q0W55IULFRUbjDrkhUNo82DXGXbnToqrQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0991.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-O-ZdlWGkOAM/WgSYG5RCGCI/AAAAAAAAFcI/q0W55IULFRUbjDrkhUNo82DXGXbnToqrQCLcBGAs/s640/100_0991.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WBP7axNilSQ/WgSYUa0DWWI/AAAAAAAAFcM/A13qTrVt9jUTz5xLFpvgtbog_2QfM4rEgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WBP7axNilSQ/WgSYUa0DWWI/AAAAAAAAFcM/A13qTrVt9jUTz5xLFpvgtbog_2QfM4rEgCLcBGAs/s640/100_1007.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4XadNMFk-IU/WgSYg-gP4GI/AAAAAAAAFcQ/rNZj9zjSvUANZAlWOTWm_AmQxA8p5TkyQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0993.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4XadNMFk-IU/WgSYg-gP4GI/AAAAAAAAFcQ/rNZj9zjSvUANZAlWOTWm_AmQxA8p5TkyQCLcBGAs/s640/100_0993.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b_hAu3WmjME/WgSYtV5nj-I/AAAAAAAAFcY/IUZ6-BqEDz8N0jcqhCUJNNvz7yg11h3fgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b_hAu3WmjME/WgSYtV5nj-I/AAAAAAAAFcY/IUZ6-BqEDz8N0jcqhCUJNNvz7yg11h3fgCLcBGAs/s640/100_1001.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-W74pnN0oziQ/WgSY37eW0ZI/AAAAAAAAFcc/PTjbBuPwbEMF-m2wKXklnZUB6I4CjytggCLcBGAs/s1600/100_1002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-W74pnN0oziQ/WgSY37eW0ZI/AAAAAAAAFcc/PTjbBuPwbEMF-m2wKXklnZUB6I4CjytggCLcBGAs/s640/100_1002.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for your friendship through the years and I wish you a wonderful holiday season filled with God's blessings!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Friends Sharing Tea and Tuesday Cuppa Tea blog parties this week.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-22803528954957933202017-10-22T17:07:00.000-04:002017-10-22T17:07:30.573-04:00Catching Up Over TeaHello friends! I finally have my lap top repaired and have some catching up to do with my blog. Back in September I was excited to be looking forward to be part of the Southern Belle Tea Tour that Phyllis of Relevant Tea Leaf blog was hosting. But, due to the hurricane Irma the trip was cancelled and rescheduled for next spring. Phyllis had already made gift bags for us "southern belles" and she so kindly sent me mine to enjoy now!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Itz34uq3v3w/Wez9-U7qRGI/AAAAAAAAFOQ/_RVfyOewlbU8xGQyXMwkr8NU8kDJZqlNQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0972.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Itz34uq3v3w/Wez9-U7qRGI/AAAAAAAAFOQ/_RVfyOewlbU8xGQyXMwkr8NU8kDJZqlNQCLcBGAs/s640/100_0972.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Included in the darling southern belle gift bag was a decorated southern belle tin filled with a special blend of Adagio tea, a sweet gold spoon, a yummy scone mix which just happened to be named "Phyllis", a teabag holder, and a teacup ornament! Thank you so much Phyllis!<br />
<br />
Behind the tea setting is a large puzzle my sister put together and glued. Hubby made the frame and is now proudly at the farm cottage. I think it shows a lot of southern charm for tea time!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Hu63sTEG1cA/We0ANZ_qv8I/AAAAAAAAFOc/J3cb2Pq2dgkyr7Ch7d9B7dN2nVxjVYtPQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0970.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Hu63sTEG1cA/We0ANZ_qv8I/AAAAAAAAFOc/J3cb2Pq2dgkyr7Ch7d9B7dN2nVxjVYtPQCLcBGAs/s640/100_0970.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I am using my unmarked Crinoline teapot with a Royal Doulton teacup and saucer.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8aqM-Kqifjo/We0BPYDrbkI/AAAAAAAAFOo/iWQ0GhX9vMItI5IvMCfzMSSA8ywjLbL5wCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0968.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8aqM-Kqifjo/We0BPYDrbkI/AAAAAAAAFOo/iWQ0GhX9vMItI5IvMCfzMSSA8ywjLbL5wCLcBGAs/s640/100_0968.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-CBGbCRHqSMc/We0Ba5aUXGI/AAAAAAAAFOs/KuXKKht3k40wGn-58uhyL1GC49oe2X6jgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0964.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-CBGbCRHqSMc/We0Ba5aUXGI/AAAAAAAAFOs/KuXKKht3k40wGn-58uhyL1GC49oe2X6jgCLcBGAs/s640/100_0964.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A crinoline belle leaning against some of my southern theme cook books.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-d5KywWdC_Is/We0CAm6uOOI/AAAAAAAAFO0/lPS03Z6h3TYvlgJwIOY4hsgOD5nK1iZHwCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0979.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-d5KywWdC_Is/We0CAm6uOOI/AAAAAAAAFO0/lPS03Z6h3TYvlgJwIOY4hsgOD5nK1iZHwCLcBGAs/s640/100_0979.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Cranberry scones and Adagio's Ceylon tea.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-snDXaXN6qdk/We0Co-8LyRI/AAAAAAAAFPA/peGjiFWC59EbV9KxbHZ2EZYaBRKRrzAOQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0981.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-snDXaXN6qdk/We0Co-8LyRI/AAAAAAAAFPA/peGjiFWC59EbV9KxbHZ2EZYaBRKRrzAOQCLcBGAs/s640/100_0981.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Every southern belle needs a pretty fan to cool herself and to maybe flirt a little!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ulH2SSSDxow/We0DGJnZe_I/AAAAAAAAFPE/r17U34pML9wEUM7C-P2zU72QGdKm5vsFQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0980.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ulH2SSSDxow/We0DGJnZe_I/AAAAAAAAFPE/r17U34pML9wEUM7C-P2zU72QGdKm5vsFQCLcBGAs/s640/100_0980.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I made this fascinator hat for the southern belle tea tour. Easy to do! A vintage shoulder pad, found feathers, netting, and a fabric rose plucked from a bouquet. All glued together with a glue gun and a clip to hold the fascinator on.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-J2_kthTIJK0/We0EObwp2yI/AAAAAAAAFPQ/U5UI6YJYRH4vDQ6mrhA0L11jeY32Q9DMwCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0989%2B%25281%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-J2_kthTIJK0/We0EObwp2yI/AAAAAAAAFPQ/U5UI6YJYRH4vDQ6mrhA0L11jeY32Q9DMwCLcBGAs/s640/100_0989%2B%25281%2529.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you for visiting me! Wishing you a wonderful October!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-D1-Oow1FhxI/We0FAi7r_WI/AAAAAAAAFPc/KjD-ZGF31t0vAFb3cBDk-BgOP8XvmMboQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0971.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-D1-Oow1FhxI/We0FAi7r_WI/AAAAAAAAFPc/KjD-ZGF31t0vAFb3cBDk-BgOP8XvmMboQCLcBGAs/s640/100_0971.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideen for her Friends Sharing Tea party and Ruth for her Tuesday Cuppa Tea party.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-71531616100834572782017-08-16T20:12:00.000-04:002017-08-16T20:12:44.944-04:00Late Summer TeaWelcome! Come join me for another tea by my flower garden! I will be joining Bernideen in celebrating National Afternoon Tea week by linking to her beautiful blog Tea Time, Cottage and Garden. It is a lovely day to share tea time with you!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HpedGplt4c4/WZTBKiIqalI/AAAAAAAAFK0/8BcOBRo9YKgNj_F9OICibACKYoKhwnbSwCLcBGAs/s1600/100_9715.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HpedGplt4c4/WZTBKiIqalI/AAAAAAAAFK0/8BcOBRo9YKgNj_F9OICibACKYoKhwnbSwCLcBGAs/s640/100_9715.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2_JeK4KWRqE/WZTBYr65arI/AAAAAAAAFK4/DgruHDJzIiMFVIprpk-UcLhNo0DQ0PcHgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_9697.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2_JeK4KWRqE/WZTBYr65arI/AAAAAAAAFK4/DgruHDJzIiMFVIprpk-UcLhNo0DQ0PcHgCLcBGAs/s640/100_9697.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I set the table with a new teapot and coffee pot. The beautiful coffee pot was a birthday gift to me from my good friend Joyce. She prefers coffee over tea, so this will be so pretty to use when I have my coffee friends over.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DnUJ9X5GVOU/WZTClP7mGzI/AAAAAAAAFLE/BIYmAM-AUF0DVHRVqlGf-n-aIr0R7uX1wCLcBGAs/s1600/100_9701.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DnUJ9X5GVOU/WZTClP7mGzI/AAAAAAAAFLE/BIYmAM-AUF0DVHRVqlGf-n-aIr0R7uX1wCLcBGAs/s640/100_9701.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I found the garden fairy teapot at a store in Mackinac City, Mi. It is marked Summer River, BV copyright. There is a different garden fairy on the other side.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1TMZmhQqDEg/WZTEHw0ajtI/AAAAAAAAFLQ/_oIs0RUN2ucXL3gdXhXopPUwQpaYTeucQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_9725.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1TMZmhQqDEg/WZTEHw0ajtI/AAAAAAAAFLQ/_oIs0RUN2ucXL3gdXhXopPUwQpaYTeucQCLcBGAs/s640/100_9725.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-z2FmUL05wxU/WZTETfzz-dI/AAAAAAAAFLU/N7xZAAU02wEtylSOG1GuU2uhP2vShhjYACLcBGAs/s1600/100_9699.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-z2FmUL05wxU/WZTETfzz-dI/AAAAAAAAFLU/N7xZAAU02wEtylSOG1GuU2uhP2vShhjYACLcBGAs/s640/100_9699.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The teapot came with this darling garden fairy box.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NzssmTehxsM/WZTEuo_HFsI/AAAAAAAAFLY/k-j-9p7osIY6Lw_HLN0xwdFezlXMzH1wACLcBGAs/s1600/100_9708.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NzssmTehxsM/WZTEuo_HFsI/AAAAAAAAFLY/k-j-9p7osIY6Lw_HLN0xwdFezlXMzH1wACLcBGAs/s640/100_9708.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Mismatched teacups for tea and coffee! I love this one, a Royal Stafford.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yQebKhbdINY/WZTFc_k-4HI/AAAAAAAAFLg/2uSeeCPoEwQ2gPkuM3hv0MWLKLGLgFvlQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_9703.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yQebKhbdINY/WZTFc_k-4HI/AAAAAAAAFLg/2uSeeCPoEwQ2gPkuM3hv0MWLKLGLgFvlQCLcBGAs/s640/100_9703.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SOzNNHGUcvM/WZTFrRz81OI/AAAAAAAAFLk/xTp6KitoDyEUMfsUM_MBHiwBT5OxAvViACLcBGAs/s1600/100_9713.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SOzNNHGUcvM/WZTFrRz81OI/AAAAAAAAFLk/xTp6KitoDyEUMfsUM_MBHiwBT5OxAvViACLcBGAs/s640/100_9713.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />
I am so sorry I have to end this tea time post so soon! My lap top just crashed with my tea time pictures. Hopefully my note I am using will let me say goodbye. <br />
<br />
Thank you for visiting me for my tea time! I hope you have a wonderful rest of the summer!<br />
<br />Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-30164471130980553832017-07-11T21:54:00.000-04:002017-07-11T21:54:20.166-04:00Vintage Crinoline Lady TeaHappy July to all! We were at the farm cottage for a few days last week and I enjoyed tea in my garden among my yellow Loosestrife flowers (Lythrum).<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KRZKLJELvgU/WWV3j8V_92I/AAAAAAAAFJs/6UfVAn7mRko9LczMfR-fVXdHGy_Hhq8CgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0562.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KRZKLJELvgU/WWV3j8V_92I/AAAAAAAAFJs/6UfVAn7mRko9LczMfR-fVXdHGy_Hhq8CgCLcBGAs/s640/100_0562.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Jj7t8zQwnIw/WWV31aQk_VI/AAAAAAAAFJw/lEGKUPFBnkwIPiOJosvqamB7l0HH7FL9gCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0567.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Jj7t8zQwnIw/WWV31aQk_VI/AAAAAAAAFJw/lEGKUPFBnkwIPiOJosvqamB7l0HH7FL9gCLcBGAs/s640/100_0567.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VQMFi9dbuSc/WWV4FOuDXVI/AAAAAAAAFJ0/Jav3_dRqmaEHXa5cPeCLkBJwMFzRwrJJACLcBGAs/s1600/100_0550.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VQMFi9dbuSc/WWV4FOuDXVI/AAAAAAAAFJ0/Jav3_dRqmaEHXa5cPeCLkBJwMFzRwrJJACLcBGAs/s640/100_0550.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
I am using one of my vintage Crinoline Lady teapots made by Arthur Wood. I found it at a thrift store in Appleton Wisconsin for only $15.00!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-elJdcEUVR6w/WWV5IvuJwwI/AAAAAAAAFJ4/RjqZCFhcU8YizzbmXTfv90ZvkH9DU2FDQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0553.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-elJdcEUVR6w/WWV5IvuJwwI/AAAAAAAAFJ4/RjqZCFhcU8YizzbmXTfv90ZvkH9DU2FDQCLcBGAs/s640/100_0553.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The teacup and saucer is a Colcough.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tIZk4V67iIg/WWV5eD8D7wI/AAAAAAAAFJ8/8LZNPM5hxDsGITgtl2FTk2NPhbBRJ0YugCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0557.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tIZk4V67iIg/WWV5eD8D7wI/AAAAAAAAFJ8/8LZNPM5hxDsGITgtl2FTk2NPhbBRJ0YugCLcBGAs/s640/100_0557.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
A dessert plate to match.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mLmfAvmusWw/WWV6EMr7gRI/AAAAAAAAFKA/oa6xC2d0Y-IuejJey9tZ0jvNZ-0VD6K6gCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0556.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mLmfAvmusWw/WWV6EMr7gRI/AAAAAAAAFKA/oa6xC2d0Y-IuejJey9tZ0jvNZ-0VD6K6gCLcBGAs/s640/100_0556.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A romantic tin to hold Garden Phlox and a sweet little crinoline girl.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZVfD9SK7HMw/WWV6qPb4afI/AAAAAAAAFKE/ETvmcK2iQEkS71DcT_MO3qorU11crDMfgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0555.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZVfD9SK7HMw/WWV6qPb4afI/AAAAAAAAFKE/ETvmcK2iQEkS71DcT_MO3qorU11crDMfgCLcBGAs/s640/100_0555.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Blueberry scones to go along with the London Tea Merchant English Breakfast tea and a comfy adirondack chair to relax in for tea time.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZFaKTeBnnHI/WWV76XKR_CI/AAAAAAAAFKI/YbMzJsJV88c8Y_1wuttSaJXhyfgX001sgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0573.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZFaKTeBnnHI/WWV76XKR_CI/AAAAAAAAFKI/YbMzJsJV88c8Y_1wuttSaJXhyfgX001sgCLcBGAs/s640/100_0573.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cju3vFpzl10/WWV8LQbdN9I/AAAAAAAAFKM/vbtdVDV3d-U7B1DUdBGyk8956zu4HpLpgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0576.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cju3vFpzl10/WWV8LQbdN9I/AAAAAAAAFKM/vbtdVDV3d-U7B1DUdBGyk8956zu4HpLpgCLcBGAs/s640/100_0576.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I can't resist these pretty vintage Crinoline Lady teapots when I find one at a bargain price. Such sweet old fashioned ladies enjoying their flower garden.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GM27Uu_N-xU/WWV9RmL25II/AAAAAAAAFKQ/WdRPH7nWd80aBO0UBJMhFZBD3AJ2VBchACLcBGAs/s1600/100_0580.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GM27Uu_N-xU/WWV9RmL25II/AAAAAAAAFKQ/WdRPH7nWd80aBO0UBJMhFZBD3AJ2VBchACLcBGAs/s640/100_0580.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The round teapot is marked Price, made in England on the bottom.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-66lqqW739sY/WWV9tquyc1I/AAAAAAAAFKU/QelF8UvMbCMYM9OqvwkqHqU6YjG9r1mwQCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0585.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-66lqqW739sY/WWV9tquyc1I/AAAAAAAAFKU/QelF8UvMbCMYM9OqvwkqHqU6YjG9r1mwQCLcBGAs/s640/100_0585.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The last teapot has no marking on it.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cDb0WjtKUh4/WWV-Q-WGjwI/AAAAAAAAFKY/a5ne9Rkj2qYB3TlareWC8b7ODNrYoc_QgCLcBGAs/s1600/100_0584.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cDb0WjtKUh4/WWV-Q-WGjwI/AAAAAAAAFKY/a5ne9Rkj2qYB3TlareWC8b7ODNrYoc_QgCLcBGAs/s640/100_0584.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I hope you enjoyed my tea time in my flower garden and that you are enjoying this month of July!<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for visiting!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideen's Tea In The Garden party and Ruth's Tuesday Cuppa Tea party this week.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-34171251420478792682017-06-08T22:14:00.000-04:002017-06-08T22:14:42.571-04:00Garden Fairy HouseOur weather has been beautiful the last few days and I'm so enjoying it! My flower fairies are back in my gardens after a long cold winter, so the other afternoon I had so much fun decorating the outside of a doll house for them! The doll house is large and solid, but needs some TLC, but my flower fairies don't mind if it is a little run down!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nDNfubgtWI4/WTn9d7F3OpI/AAAAAAAAFIk/mDYM28qlvIkvNwCxrbcm7ueJVaIoh1hCQCLcB/s1600/100_9750.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nDNfubgtWI4/WTn9d7F3OpI/AAAAAAAAFIk/mDYM28qlvIkvNwCxrbcm7ueJVaIoh1hCQCLcB/s640/100_9750.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-34DpHKQJZZI/WTn9pALUTUI/AAAAAAAAFIo/Ynm_9Akde7g10Vz3CXtsLTFXf_mA_6rGgCLcB/s1600/100_9727.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-34DpHKQJZZI/WTn9pALUTUI/AAAAAAAAFIo/Ynm_9Akde7g10Vz3CXtsLTFXf_mA_6rGgCLcB/s640/100_9727.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I set up a tiny tea table and two comfy chairs to welcome the garden fairies back to my yard.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jFOLmxjKjBM/WTn-HVg2XbI/AAAAAAAAFIs/euX2fXIv9Lc-k5Khq2ysyexagXgOJTuIwCLcB/s1600/100_9731.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jFOLmxjKjBM/WTn-HVg2XbI/AAAAAAAAFIs/euX2fXIv9Lc-k5Khq2ysyexagXgOJTuIwCLcB/s640/100_9731.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qlgRIztxYmg/WTn-ReKcEgI/AAAAAAAAFIw/WGQEGMfTONoSWzbyESOuRQ_Du3rrAi0gACLcB/s1600/100_9735.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qlgRIztxYmg/WTn-ReKcEgI/AAAAAAAAFIw/WGQEGMfTONoSWzbyESOuRQ_Du3rrAi0gACLcB/s640/100_9735.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QS-4YpUYVpQ/WTn-cVh-xbI/AAAAAAAAFI0/sZGNIZZlAjo6PFToK_FsLxJIzUdrpIzsQCLcB/s1600/100_9733.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QS-4YpUYVpQ/WTn-cVh-xbI/AAAAAAAAFI0/sZGNIZZlAjo6PFToK_FsLxJIzUdrpIzsQCLcB/s640/100_9733.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The little fairies posing for me!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kYiyk0flrhE/WTn_Zi9RDYI/AAAAAAAAFI4/Y9Eh5FwAIVsz55HMX0eMioRBvdqO0yyfQCLcB/s1600/100_9736.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kYiyk0flrhE/WTn_Zi9RDYI/AAAAAAAAFI4/Y9Eh5FwAIVsz55HMX0eMioRBvdqO0yyfQCLcB/s640/100_9736.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UO3gfYiKhuE/WTn_yHn8XCI/AAAAAAAAFJA/NUJMpJOCRV8sLJftXT1ob3xUftdwa_UXgCLcB/s1600/100_9737.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UO3gfYiKhuE/WTn_yHn8XCI/AAAAAAAAFJA/NUJMpJOCRV8sLJftXT1ob3xUftdwa_UXgCLcB/s640/100_9737.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A visitor for tea arriving on a frog!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Hge7vNN9bS4/WToAW6TNHPI/AAAAAAAAFJE/Ev9yzB3dYl8G0XPhTwi631iRD1rv1CVagCLcB/s1600/100_9732.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Hge7vNN9bS4/WToAW6TNHPI/AAAAAAAAFJE/Ev9yzB3dYl8G0XPhTwi631iRD1rv1CVagCLcB/s640/100_9732.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qgD0WrOnz7k/WToAjqwkVOI/AAAAAAAAFJI/jegM0jCBln4MJjBLsHknX9BV8JOdRWwNwCLcB/s1600/100_9746.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qgD0WrOnz7k/WToAjqwkVOI/AAAAAAAAFJI/jegM0jCBln4MJjBLsHknX9BV8JOdRWwNwCLcB/s640/100_9746.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Lace curtains, shiny necklace, and flower vines to make the house pretty for the garden fairies.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SKlvE96-kAw/WToBYphfd_I/AAAAAAAAFJM/U24_AlQIb4wlkzxy8zy38TJi17zw_7F6gCLcB/s1600/100_9745.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SKlvE96-kAw/WToBYphfd_I/AAAAAAAAFJM/U24_AlQIb4wlkzxy8zy38TJi17zw_7F6gCLcB/s640/100_9745.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9ljcWn3XZIE/WToBkRErImI/AAAAAAAAFJQ/FNYVae9ezHoKW-iFEJSs9dFCKXp17jSfwCLcB/s1600/100_9748.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9ljcWn3XZIE/WToBkRErImI/AAAAAAAAFJQ/FNYVae9ezHoKW-iFEJSs9dFCKXp17jSfwCLcB/s640/100_9748.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
Thank you for visiting! By now you probably know I have a big imagination!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Tea In The Garden, and Home Sweet Home parties this week.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-71062501619935709192017-05-27T23:22:00.000-04:002017-05-27T23:22:46.500-04:00Late May Tea TimeHello friends, I wanted to share a May tea with you before the month is over! The weather here has been for the most part cold and rainy! Nothing much blooming in my garden except for daffodils and primroses.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-x5_EQLMPKkw/WSo63fNfhaI/AAAAAAAAFHE/kLbDCHa6_KQw_zYmj45hXqUKy58At8IxgCLcB/s1600/101_0267.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-x5_EQLMPKkw/WSo63fNfhaI/AAAAAAAAFHE/kLbDCHa6_KQw_zYmj45hXqUKy58At8IxgCLcB/s640/101_0267.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pktgBlRgMnI/WSo7ahRKLbI/AAAAAAAAFHM/fwKRlCFW8j8_IeQtqLvCKWoHPhOzcNCpgCLcB/s1600/101_0310.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pktgBlRgMnI/WSo7ahRKLbI/AAAAAAAAFHM/fwKRlCFW8j8_IeQtqLvCKWoHPhOzcNCpgCLcB/s640/101_0310.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Yesterday was our first real nice day (about 70 degrees) in May, so I decided to take a little time out to enjoy tea in my yard.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gRascJEfGGk/WSo8k-8wCCI/AAAAAAAAFHY/Ziz15OmcWr4_0W1mGySa4TWd1etsZAF2gCLcB/s1600/101_0225.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gRascJEfGGk/WSo8k-8wCCI/AAAAAAAAFHY/Ziz15OmcWr4_0W1mGySa4TWd1etsZAF2gCLcB/s640/101_0225.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I took my old storybook about the months of the year to read what it says about May. I do have the cowslips, primroses, lily-of-the-valley and birch trees as mentioned in the poem, but not all blooming yet!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2oLv4E5VL_A/WSo9VlPczhI/AAAAAAAAFHg/NAw416sYOzI_8Qs0YA7DO3KxB8FYraAvQCLcB/s1600/101_0229.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2oLv4E5VL_A/WSo9VlPczhI/AAAAAAAAFHg/NAw416sYOzI_8Qs0YA7DO3KxB8FYraAvQCLcB/s640/101_0229.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YjlFgjw3S7Q/WSo9jA0De-I/AAAAAAAAFHo/XjC5BnWnbqw1L5tkg7eUJUMzDdakfp72ACLcB/s1600/101_0235.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YjlFgjw3S7Q/WSo9jA0De-I/AAAAAAAAFHo/XjC5BnWnbqw1L5tkg7eUJUMzDdakfp72ACLcB/s640/101_0235.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I found the applique tablecloth a long time ago at a thrift store, and also the tea/coffee set.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hCnkflW1hsY/WSo_MX5ZbII/AAAAAAAAFH4/Kn1_D0NivKY4avzMrUdmW5GbqHe2i6BsgCLcB/s1600/101_0234.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hCnkflW1hsY/WSo_MX5ZbII/AAAAAAAAFH4/Kn1_D0NivKY4avzMrUdmW5GbqHe2i6BsgCLcB/s640/101_0234.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Charleston Tea Plantation, American Classic Tea in the Grindley & Co. teapot and brown sugar cookies for a treat.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KhvdMUUXKZE/WSpASXcArYI/AAAAAAAAFIE/Hj-lsuz-_u8aq5d9vx7Jp3e77fQb_HDDQCLcB/s1600/101_0238.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KhvdMUUXKZE/WSpASXcArYI/AAAAAAAAFIE/Hj-lsuz-_u8aq5d9vx7Jp3e77fQb_HDDQCLcB/s640/101_0238.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OyNcZQQlaCY/WSpAh6Ol3eI/AAAAAAAAFII/H2kGVWgZVCUy16E4S6AkMEzt0LSwTxLgQCLcB/s1600/101_0243.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OyNcZQQlaCY/WSpAh6Ol3eI/AAAAAAAAFII/H2kGVWgZVCUy16E4S6AkMEzt0LSwTxLgQCLcB/s640/101_0243.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for stopping by! I am sure June will be a better month for garden tea parties!<br />
<br />
I will be joining the following parties this week: Bernideen's Tea In The Garden and Ruth's Tuesday Cuppa Tea.<br />
<br />Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-29651439277241099382017-04-17T14:03:00.000-04:002017-04-17T14:03:38.591-04:00April Tea Time Welcome! I hope you had a wonderful Easter! This morning I woke up to freshly fallen snow! Just a little as you will be able to see in the pictures. After a large family dinner here yesterday, all is quiet now and I enjoyed a April tea just for me.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5wp5TtGY5BU/WPT5oEDXzTI/AAAAAAAAFFc/5i-iSyke5YsIiAOIDzmQTW9PeKgIhIPCwCLcB/s1600/101_0187.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5wp5TtGY5BU/WPT5oEDXzTI/AAAAAAAAFFc/5i-iSyke5YsIiAOIDzmQTW9PeKgIhIPCwCLcB/s640/101_0187.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Isn't that a pretty bouquet of faux forsythia and tulips? For a vase I am using a tin with the Ladies' Home Journal label on it. I found it while on a trip to San Diego last fall (packed with two teacups from thrift stores for the trip home)!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-H9vEpTCkVrw/WPT7ZWs3dqI/AAAAAAAAFFo/nRkpht6yNXQAE-KCXZ-BJ08QuH-Zc94ZwCLcB/s1600/101_0207.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-H9vEpTCkVrw/WPT7ZWs3dqI/AAAAAAAAFFo/nRkpht6yNXQAE-KCXZ-BJ08QuH-Zc94ZwCLcB/s640/101_0207.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2dgLNO1Mj48/WPT7lj83S7I/AAAAAAAAFFs/cNbk4vL6G5oY9cPmtoMYZYt7bO_5rveJACLcB/s1600/101_0191.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2dgLNO1Mj48/WPT7lj83S7I/AAAAAAAAFFs/cNbk4vL6G5oY9cPmtoMYZYt7bO_5rveJACLcB/s640/101_0191.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I bought the Aynsley Cottage Garden teapot last summer at a antique mall in Ironwood Michigan. I would love to go back there, so many lovely things at good prices!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Smj7qMqxNNo/WPT8c2q4Y2I/AAAAAAAAFF4/JdheReuDTqw-xWSDPdOcGQYqJQma-7XLACLcB/s1600/101_0199.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Smj7qMqxNNo/WPT8c2q4Y2I/AAAAAAAAFF4/JdheReuDTqw-xWSDPdOcGQYqJQma-7XLACLcB/s640/101_0199.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7ijgfLtSqfc/WPT8qM_xVdI/AAAAAAAAFF8/WTxetSuhOHcTHxLAslm8pE-0bQ9XxLviACLcB/s1600/101_0196.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7ijgfLtSqfc/WPT8qM_xVdI/AAAAAAAAFF8/WTxetSuhOHcTHxLAslm8pE-0bQ9XxLviACLcB/s640/101_0196.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The teacup is also a thrift store find. I didn't realize it was also a Aynsley until after I had my tea!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-shPiIDJ8oEs/WPT9gVwrlFI/AAAAAAAAFGE/rehBHS0R_g0MDUlBoM2GBCzr9Fqi7qxgACLcB/s1600/101_0194.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-shPiIDJ8oEs/WPT9gVwrlFI/AAAAAAAAFGE/rehBHS0R_g0MDUlBoM2GBCzr9Fqi7qxgACLcB/s640/101_0194.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2sbZDYYF8Wo/WPT9rgvrXoI/AAAAAAAAFGI/HtT7ACgLgOISQDoh8w2wXCG2YDviGOWSgCLcB/s1600/101_0195.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2sbZDYYF8Wo/WPT9rgvrXoI/AAAAAAAAFGI/HtT7ACgLgOISQDoh8w2wXCG2YDviGOWSgCLcB/s640/101_0195.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My picture book is from my Mom. It is such a sweet children's book titled Around the Year, by Elsa Beskow.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uG91cR6YnyY/WPT-f1ALo7I/AAAAAAAAFGU/6wXWoF2g76IW0wK2gcjwGTuyUemidEk7gCLcB/s1600/101_0202.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uG91cR6YnyY/WPT-f1ALo7I/AAAAAAAAFGU/6wXWoF2g76IW0wK2gcjwGTuyUemidEk7gCLcB/s640/101_0202.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ma6WVFUe6ok/WPT-vY9uffI/AAAAAAAAFGY/eXZ7V4NgR9s03500B-Y82Rsojek2S_OLQCLcB/s1600/101_0192.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ma6WVFUe6ok/WPT-vY9uffI/AAAAAAAAFGY/eXZ7V4NgR9s03500B-Y82Rsojek2S_OLQCLcB/s640/101_0192.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I love my sweets, but usually give my home baked goodies to the grands! Today I just opened a package of Iced Lemon Shortbread cookies from Family Dollar. They are very good and lemony!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8hWJ46O7_qI/WPUAAp2lHSI/AAAAAAAAFGk/WaAde4w1keo4nXcPF0XUy2pqSs0Txy8oACLcB/s1600/101_0203.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8hWJ46O7_qI/WPUAAp2lHSI/AAAAAAAAFGk/WaAde4w1keo4nXcPF0XUy2pqSs0Txy8oACLcB/s640/101_0203.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WLQ_8pWM0cw/WPUANIxETmI/AAAAAAAAFGo/9fzvd5q_UqUgTbH9MUj_nipc-GTmjMLzQCLcB/s1600/101_0206.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WLQ_8pWM0cw/WPUANIxETmI/AAAAAAAAFGo/9fzvd5q_UqUgTbH9MUj_nipc-GTmjMLzQCLcB/s640/101_0206.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Well I should find something to do, but after a busy Sunday I may just keep on relaxing and drink more tea!<br />
<br />
Thank you for stopping by!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideen's Tea In The Garden party and Ruth's Tuesday Cuppa Tea party this week.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-80322044272565121222017-04-05T20:29:00.000-04:002017-04-05T20:29:25.682-04:00Brown Transferware For TeaWelcome friends and I hope you are enjoying the month of April! Our snow is almost gone and even though it is only in the 40's, I've been out raking my flowerbeds. Now I am ready to warm up and enjoy tea time with you!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hIrQ-2H3hCY/WOWDR3Lic1I/AAAAAAAAFDI/tpWxWj9jLGcl_10CZGhgZf_RcnOfzHJUgCLcB/s1600/000_0034.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hIrQ-2H3hCY/WOWDR3Lic1I/AAAAAAAAFDI/tpWxWj9jLGcl_10CZGhgZf_RcnOfzHJUgCLcB/s640/000_0034.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I set a folding tray in front of my china hutch filled with brown transferware. Here at the log cottage I leave the brown transferware in the hutch all year and just add seasonal decor.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6Dpm1lmulA8/WOWFWUBG7XI/AAAAAAAAFDU/1Wuvkjyb4vs1YN2iOLyqWey5-d8Iq7jDwCLcB/s1600/000_0038.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6Dpm1lmulA8/WOWFWUBG7XI/AAAAAAAAFDU/1Wuvkjyb4vs1YN2iOLyqWey5-d8Iq7jDwCLcB/s640/000_0038.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I'm using a precious tea set my angel daughter bought for me while we were on a weekend hockey trip with her three boys.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GWPssKlgO2s/WOWGNWiLe_I/AAAAAAAAFDg/SbmtpiT7KC81wkI58a6I5wS34jaac3A2ACLcB/s1600/000_0033.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GWPssKlgO2s/WOWGNWiLe_I/AAAAAAAAFDg/SbmtpiT7KC81wkI58a6I5wS34jaac3A2ACLcB/s640/000_0033.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mEQR-JlPGYI/WOWGWiywTYI/AAAAAAAAFDk/Z-kr-PY7j9gO9fiby45YX27rvMWjK-yxQCLcB/s1600/000_0029.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mEQR-JlPGYI/WOWGWiywTYI/AAAAAAAAFDk/Z-kr-PY7j9gO9fiby45YX27rvMWjK-yxQCLcB/s640/000_0029.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2RgvzU2ZuTI/WOWGf13VE6I/AAAAAAAAFDo/T6db1we4WhkdKxNpjJ6kHDSy-WlwNBGwQCLcB/s1600/000_0022.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2RgvzU2ZuTI/WOWGf13VE6I/AAAAAAAAFDo/T6db1we4WhkdKxNpjJ6kHDSy-WlwNBGwQCLcB/s640/000_0022.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I wish you could join me for a cup or two of Elmwood Inn Kentucky Blend tea (this tea is so good!) and a slice of peanut butter sheet cake.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iSNzSaHFKgM/WOWHEUb1qpI/AAAAAAAAFDw/yY53U0-ZA60hxX-PJSlyTcVp11Kb-xXwwCLcB/s1600/000_0039.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iSNzSaHFKgM/WOWHEUb1qpI/AAAAAAAAFDw/yY53U0-ZA60hxX-PJSlyTcVp11Kb-xXwwCLcB/s640/000_0039.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-swfh2G_dh9c/WOWHPH3G3RI/AAAAAAAAFD0/SAmx0UQMQq8XENuJhIUz7-Bi_p31_mkiwCLcB/s1600/000_0041.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-swfh2G_dh9c/WOWHPH3G3RI/AAAAAAAAFD0/SAmx0UQMQq8XENuJhIUz7-Bi_p31_mkiwCLcB/s640/000_0041.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EtAF6MkGiv0/WOWHeEeg9FI/AAAAAAAAFD4/gXBZN6xu72wOybhJa6M1x1bcYzHczU9uACLcB/s1600/101_0110.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EtAF6MkGiv0/WOWHeEeg9FI/AAAAAAAAFD4/gXBZN6xu72wOybhJa6M1x1bcYzHczU9uACLcB/s640/101_0110.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I found two bunny plates at Hobby Lobby last year after Easter. I wish they had more left as they go so well with the brown transferware.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5k4ijbsG3qc/WOWIfiFylKI/AAAAAAAAFEE/wyUCL_FgtconMNTI5-CyYPDsdWnEsF3MwCLcB/s1600/000_0030.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5k4ijbsG3qc/WOWIfiFylKI/AAAAAAAAFEE/wyUCL_FgtconMNTI5-CyYPDsdWnEsF3MwCLcB/s640/000_0030.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
I kept my three tea houses out from my Christmas village, to enjoy a while longer. After all there is no snow on the roofs!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KfpmRIS_BZE/WOWJDW_E39I/AAAAAAAAFEM/nGiDICr1ONYEZnRq4kVPi21up9aUSAV3wCLcB/s1600/000_0035.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KfpmRIS_BZE/WOWJDW_E39I/AAAAAAAAFEM/nGiDICr1ONYEZnRq4kVPi21up9aUSAV3wCLcB/s640/000_0035.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cdJQr3m--_E/WOWJNeC0noI/AAAAAAAAFEQ/kgMLBVIm6uAAbmBlSND_CnMv1yFA4Es9wCLcB/s1600/000_0036.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cdJQr3m--_E/WOWJNeC0noI/AAAAAAAAFEQ/kgMLBVIm6uAAbmBlSND_CnMv1yFA4Es9wCLcB/s640/000_0036.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LZ1c5R5syQw/WOWJd0Wj9kI/AAAAAAAAFEU/zM5YbHNiTxIo-BMGabJgqFGZlth0rI5sgCLcB/s1600/000_0038.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LZ1c5R5syQw/WOWJd0Wj9kI/AAAAAAAAFEU/zM5YbHNiTxIo-BMGabJgqFGZlth0rI5sgCLcB/s640/000_0038.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
I am hoping to get out to the farm cottage soon and share a tea with lots of spring colors and bunnies!<br />
<br />
Thank you for stopping by! Wishing you a happy April and a blessed Easter if I don't get back to you!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Ruth's Tuesday Cuppa Tea, and Bernideen's Friends Sharing Tea parties this week.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-61426514724838010542017-03-12T14:32:00.000-04:002017-03-12T14:32:25.868-04:00Waiting For SpringWelcome to tea time! It seems like every morning lately I wake up to a new fallen snow! Not much, maybe a inch but I am so ready for spring! Flowers always raise my spirits so I am using my flowery Sadler cube teapot and my Roslyn Moss Rose teacup for tea time.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hIiyaORrY2I/WMWNrbLTOzI/AAAAAAAAFB4/18q1xpnvV9QO3WldL_1hDA7j-GSYCX3-ACLcB/s1600/101_0043.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hIiyaORrY2I/WMWNrbLTOzI/AAAAAAAAFB4/18q1xpnvV9QO3WldL_1hDA7j-GSYCX3-ACLcB/s640/101_0043.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DFwfyJcQT5A/WMWN6BGMJFI/AAAAAAAAFB8/meDIkVdt5cEVGLIBwzuWfrb9e36Gj-eFwCLcB/s1600/101_0068.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DFwfyJcQT5A/WMWN6BGMJFI/AAAAAAAAFB8/meDIkVdt5cEVGLIBwzuWfrb9e36Gj-eFwCLcB/s640/101_0068.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I am using a old picture frame for a tray. Easy to do, just cover with doilies.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-m0PmKjvuEk0/WMWOdMOuqlI/AAAAAAAAFCA/rBRLwVKN3ysaDqRMJtXXK1lMe1Zb_WaRACLcB/s1600/101_0042.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-m0PmKjvuEk0/WMWOdMOuqlI/AAAAAAAAFCA/rBRLwVKN3ysaDqRMJtXXK1lMe1Zb_WaRACLcB/s640/101_0042.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-lnBlXCTlMpM/WMWOp1vpJII/AAAAAAAAFCE/r7pRlgSc0jwkYtM0IxSxoGeTh9CPKXnMgCLcB/s1600/101_0044.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-lnBlXCTlMpM/WMWOp1vpJII/AAAAAAAAFCE/r7pRlgSc0jwkYtM0IxSxoGeTh9CPKXnMgCLcB/s640/101_0044.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My pretty Sadler teapot, front and back.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mACLI4ScKWM/WMWO-fRU5AI/AAAAAAAAFCI/b4hjyxxk26wsq60M-Gr8w3B5S6WI8-hqACLcB/s1600/101_0061.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mACLI4ScKWM/WMWO-fRU5AI/AAAAAAAAFCI/b4hjyxxk26wsq60M-Gr8w3B5S6WI8-hqACLcB/s640/101_0061.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wfR0VojTv8Q/WMWPOb3KP0I/AAAAAAAAFCM/9DchJowom7UxmjkIN_THuMheGisOoaVTwCLcB/s1600/101_0062.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wfR0VojTv8Q/WMWPOb3KP0I/AAAAAAAAFCM/9DchJowom7UxmjkIN_THuMheGisOoaVTwCLcB/s640/101_0062.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A little Southern Belle is joining me for tea.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eA5lPWco70Q/WMWPgwnncjI/AAAAAAAAFCQ/dJm4Cn4QiFsxsQTwnwoyxg34q6MDo9H1ACLcB/s1600/101_0049.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eA5lPWco70Q/WMWPgwnncjI/AAAAAAAAFCQ/dJm4Cn4QiFsxsQTwnwoyxg34q6MDo9H1ACLcB/s640/101_0049.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iF2RoNPQ7IQ/WMWPtnNj1KI/AAAAAAAAFCY/6co1yTRFWhwkCFO1pf3nQZKDNHSSHWi4wCLcB/s1600/101_0065.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iF2RoNPQ7IQ/WMWPtnNj1KI/AAAAAAAAFCY/6co1yTRFWhwkCFO1pf3nQZKDNHSSHWi4wCLcB/s640/101_0065.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The Republic of Tea Downton Abbey Grantham breakfast blend tea in the teapot and a chocolate cupcake for a sweet.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Qve1i9ppd7o/WMWQtjiKdgI/AAAAAAAAFCg/xkbC9MO-wqshk5dTm0Mt5FvS5iF24vbTwCLcB/s1600/101_0058.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Qve1i9ppd7o/WMWQtjiKdgI/AAAAAAAAFCg/xkbC9MO-wqshk5dTm0Mt5FvS5iF24vbTwCLcB/s640/101_0058.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UQ3lpFPiAj4/WMWQ8LlAnSI/AAAAAAAAFCk/h5WMHCHyVXAiEACUUTagEypNpX1-HE8UgCLcB/s1600/101_0048.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UQ3lpFPiAj4/WMWQ8LlAnSI/AAAAAAAAFCk/h5WMHCHyVXAiEACUUTagEypNpX1-HE8UgCLcB/s640/101_0048.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
Well tea does lift the spirits! Spring is just around the corner in my neck of the woods!<br />
<br />
I am so glad you stopped by! Hope you have a wonderful new week!<br />
<br />
This week I will be joining Friends Sharing Tea and Tuesday Cuppa Tea for their tea parties.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-79140126719503119742017-02-25T12:51:00.000-05:002017-02-25T12:51:17.694-05:00Winter Blue TeatimeHello friends! It is good to be back sharing teatime with you! Winter is still in full force around here. We had a few beautiful mild days recently, but today is back to the usual! More snow and cold!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gN8Ey0MIZCU/WLG70CMTNGI/AAAAAAAAFAI/Oltev8ZsB_IEajfgW0vT_Fcn_rcwcHAzACLcB/s1600/100_9836.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gN8Ey0MIZCU/WLG70CMTNGI/AAAAAAAAFAI/Oltev8ZsB_IEajfgW0vT_Fcn_rcwcHAzACLcB/s640/100_9836.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I bought a new to me teapot a few months ago, a Sadler.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DXLmg7yRZDc/WLG8OtMpsQI/AAAAAAAAFAM/vWdrmUNB3ZsrZtR2-45mqUfDcK3dCzytwCLcB/s1600/100_9832.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DXLmg7yRZDc/WLG8OtMpsQI/AAAAAAAAFAM/vWdrmUNB3ZsrZtR2-45mqUfDcK3dCzytwCLcB/s640/100_9832.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Blue and white does look pretty with the snow. So thankful I have a cozy warm home to enjoy teatime in!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MiAfBpwGVA4/WLG8t22QP8I/AAAAAAAAFAQ/kqY_7BS_N4g54DVb5FRSLt3_WocVofelQCLcB/s1600/100_9835.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MiAfBpwGVA4/WLG8t22QP8I/AAAAAAAAFAQ/kqY_7BS_N4g54DVb5FRSLt3_WocVofelQCLcB/s640/100_9835.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The teacup and saucer is part of a set from my mom. I was with her at Woolworths when she bought the dinner set back in the 60's.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T6Tz5JJ6vqI/WLG9itbak5I/AAAAAAAAFAc/MrO7PGl-RqoDwEd8kPE7RVvmARKfWEAjACLcB/s1600/100_9829.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T6Tz5JJ6vqI/WLG9itbak5I/AAAAAAAAFAc/MrO7PGl-RqoDwEd8kPE7RVvmARKfWEAjACLcB/s640/100_9829.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The creamer is a unmarked thrift store find.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OB70TCX1KU8/WLG93KudGCI/AAAAAAAAFAk/yMkZSwPz0DQ6ryd1zItio5pc4D2xu4ebgCLcB/s1600/100_9838.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OB70TCX1KU8/WLG93KudGCI/AAAAAAAAFAk/yMkZSwPz0DQ6ryd1zItio5pc4D2xu4ebgCLcB/s640/100_9838.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
PG Tips in the teapot and purchased french butter cookies for a treat.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OG7HFX19I1c/WLG-58DFOuI/AAAAAAAAFAw/6J7AM6jpTlYNAX8bzo7K_5axXFCEO7_IwCLcB/s1600/100_9849.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OG7HFX19I1c/WLG-58DFOuI/AAAAAAAAFAw/6J7AM6jpTlYNAX8bzo7K_5axXFCEO7_IwCLcB/s640/100_9849.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4jdT7X3l-SA/WLG_H2ClFKI/AAAAAAAAFA0/y2xCFB2le-IulCR-8gPXBgSDc6dBdW9uwCLcB/s1600/100_9846.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4jdT7X3l-SA/WLG_H2ClFKI/AAAAAAAAFA0/y2xCFB2le-IulCR-8gPXBgSDc6dBdW9uwCLcB/s640/100_9846.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
You can tell I am getting cabin fever! I've been playing with my paper dolls! I thought they would enjoy teatime in my glass terrarium!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8toUCuMVUqs/WLHANaZmjpI/AAAAAAAAFA8/R8mP_diL5LoqSLWuq-CY2_dqJ3KrRU2SgCLcB/s1600/100_9996.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8toUCuMVUqs/WLHANaZmjpI/AAAAAAAAFA8/R8mP_diL5LoqSLWuq-CY2_dqJ3KrRU2SgCLcB/s640/100_9996.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yVuvO6mm1mE/WLHAdg8xcBI/AAAAAAAAFBE/RZ4ntWLrcFsNqN1wSGUrvDmtw7rKKP1kACLcB/s1600/100_9998.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yVuvO6mm1mE/WLHAdg8xcBI/AAAAAAAAFBE/RZ4ntWLrcFsNqN1wSGUrvDmtw7rKKP1kACLcB/s640/100_9998.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A sweet girl playing music during teatime!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9264uxmddDk/WLHAyozjG-I/AAAAAAAAFBI/3K6aK1Gx_CoP8l_tTEHbuV8a2GREf3HPgCLcB/s1600/101_0002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9264uxmddDk/WLHAyozjG-I/AAAAAAAAFBI/3K6aK1Gx_CoP8l_tTEHbuV8a2GREf3HPgCLcB/s640/101_0002.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yg_8LB5_zvQ/WLHA_6U1dzI/AAAAAAAAFBM/yI-SqLTyY-Y35-cPCG23I_TzoaU6gyPoACLcB/s1600/101_0006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yg_8LB5_zvQ/WLHA_6U1dzI/AAAAAAAAFBM/yI-SqLTyY-Y35-cPCG23I_TzoaU6gyPoACLcB/s640/101_0006.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I am hoping you have spring weather soon and if you already do, wonderful!<br />
<br />
Thank you for visiting me!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideens Friends Sharing Tea and Ruths Tuesday Cuppa Tea this week.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-68662240050759892722016-12-15T21:43:00.000-05:002016-12-15T21:43:19.080-05:00Shabby Chic Farm Cottage ChristmasWelcome and Merry Christmas to all of you! I have been at our little farm cottage quite a bit during this season and thought I would share my little farm cottage all decorated for a shabby chic Christmas. Christmas past and present, with tea time too! The cottage may be red on the outside, but lots of pink on the inside!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-awx7YErSe3Q/WFNCeYva82I/AAAAAAAAE8Y/eeXmYfzFKHAfUCkJEFYQLAC2k6ZoJ0fwgCLcB/s1600/100_9492.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-awx7YErSe3Q/WFNCeYva82I/AAAAAAAAE8Y/eeXmYfzFKHAfUCkJEFYQLAC2k6ZoJ0fwgCLcB/s640/100_9492.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The shed in the back is my tiny tea parlor!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XhgoHqMqua4/WFNC8A-YykI/AAAAAAAAE8c/zn6IHO2MpHMcnGqIBMx79H_WLiNd5oj_wCLcB/s1600/100_9495.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XhgoHqMqua4/WFNC8A-YykI/AAAAAAAAE8c/zn6IHO2MpHMcnGqIBMx79H_WLiNd5oj_wCLcB/s640/100_9495.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9snPir5zguA/WFNN8TCQzSI/AAAAAAAAE-s/a2vZZmWZlDweKB2viV0Js07FuxJowQf5gCLcB/s1600/100_9503.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9snPir5zguA/WFNN8TCQzSI/AAAAAAAAE-s/a2vZZmWZlDweKB2viV0Js07FuxJowQf5gCLcB/s640/100_9503.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Lets start the tour with tea in the living room. Help yourself to a cup of tea, as this post is rather long!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NU7eDdyVtzc/WFNEATR1oVI/AAAAAAAAE8o/ornMLI24VkIo6_kBv9m4uCZX38Mf8NKxQCLcB/s1600/100_9481.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NU7eDdyVtzc/WFNEATR1oVI/AAAAAAAAE8o/ornMLI24VkIo6_kBv9m4uCZX38Mf8NKxQCLcB/s640/100_9481.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-90j6yVT6Oyc/WFNEQdl2LuI/AAAAAAAAE8s/v06apsBTzbcCqjDeVRPNoWOa6OkrLMhsACLcB/s1600/100_9469.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-90j6yVT6Oyc/WFNEQdl2LuI/AAAAAAAAE8s/v06apsBTzbcCqjDeVRPNoWOa6OkrLMhsACLcB/s640/100_9469.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jPkz0VQ_jhg/WFNEdBa5qvI/AAAAAAAAE8w/XWcN7QIX7t05RMI7MsR2t8Tl_Md1EGmhQCLcB/s1600/100_9478.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jPkz0VQ_jhg/WFNEdBa5qvI/AAAAAAAAE8w/XWcN7QIX7t05RMI7MsR2t8Tl_Md1EGmhQCLcB/s640/100_9478.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I moved the sofa up close to the fireplace.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7ps_P5tLL2I/WFNF7mr4OAI/AAAAAAAAE9A/BVVs64FtuQY9vRemT8YUpEv1ijWSY60bgCLcB/s1600/100_9468.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7ps_P5tLL2I/WFNF7mr4OAI/AAAAAAAAE9A/BVVs64FtuQY9vRemT8YUpEv1ijWSY60bgCLcB/s640/100_9468.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VbZcLYdbg00/WFNGOCXkbnI/AAAAAAAAE9E/gMIUDpH8-zUPDabdmZ5FdsTJTePlxdWTACLcB/s1600/100_7790.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VbZcLYdbg00/WFNGOCXkbnI/AAAAAAAAE9E/gMIUDpH8-zUPDabdmZ5FdsTJTePlxdWTACLcB/s640/100_7790.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mEYknkOHiwk/WFNGd-LSuTI/AAAAAAAAE9I/jWaYxT6AI9AhUoxxIcrNDoxYhm_z-5vrACLcB/s1600/100_9456.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mEYknkOHiwk/WFNGd-LSuTI/AAAAAAAAE9I/jWaYxT6AI9AhUoxxIcrNDoxYhm_z-5vrACLcB/s640/100_9456.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qdXXLxJl9bY/WFNNkp6hRSI/AAAAAAAAE-o/ea4H81soJF0N9fVFCwLpH2rwB7I02-BBACLcB/s1600/100_2964.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qdXXLxJl9bY/WFNNkp6hRSI/AAAAAAAAE-o/ea4H81soJF0N9fVFCwLpH2rwB7I02-BBACLcB/s640/100_2964.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CFY8X5VotT8/WFNS2ixzF4I/AAAAAAAAE_E/EQmUsosRhjMbrPxQF4HdQpRL0x7P5HaDQCLcB/s1600/100_7460.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CFY8X5VotT8/WFNS2ixzF4I/AAAAAAAAE_E/EQmUsosRhjMbrPxQF4HdQpRL0x7P5HaDQCLcB/s640/100_7460.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
A few pictures of my cupboards in the kitchen filled with pretties.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_dOGyZOH5ZI/WFNG3CxnmSI/AAAAAAAAE9Q/oYsPPAqd80sB7cWPQPWKr0ImD_2JBMvSACLcB/s1600/100_7403.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_dOGyZOH5ZI/WFNG3CxnmSI/AAAAAAAAE9Q/oYsPPAqd80sB7cWPQPWKr0ImD_2JBMvSACLcB/s640/100_7403.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-amJWIEzOd4E/WFNHiDMRNtI/AAAAAAAAE9Y/DKn_aJHzp9EFdgRUO1-L4CgfPjqJWzjbQCLcB/s1600/100_9598.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-amJWIEzOd4E/WFNHiDMRNtI/AAAAAAAAE9Y/DKn_aJHzp9EFdgRUO1-L4CgfPjqJWzjbQCLcB/s640/100_9598.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VORCCczwNl0/WFNHzx1OetI/AAAAAAAAE9c/j9o9arQnxHodCnM9Dhrv7A8qIw4-CC97wCLcB/s1600/100_9593.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VORCCczwNl0/WFNHzx1OetI/AAAAAAAAE9c/j9o9arQnxHodCnM9Dhrv7A8qIw4-CC97wCLcB/s640/100_9593.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LDZ4Blc67JQ/WFNIQ7Dl5CI/AAAAAAAAE9g/CY9fOw4kezMbEAyBgkv2LlCDz7jbZvAvQCLcB/s1600/100_7417.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LDZ4Blc67JQ/WFNIQ7Dl5CI/AAAAAAAAE9g/CY9fOw4kezMbEAyBgkv2LlCDz7jbZvAvQCLcB/s640/100_7417.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Lastly, the bedroom with a early morning tea I had the other day.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bS3HNFdZ5OQ/WFNJOULgx7I/AAAAAAAAE9s/yGEHSqxffu8a_N0WpVhicGoKodONBhbJQCLcB/s1600/100_9545.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bS3HNFdZ5OQ/WFNJOULgx7I/AAAAAAAAE9s/yGEHSqxffu8a_N0WpVhicGoKodONBhbJQCLcB/s640/100_9545.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HxFu77d_xdQ/WFNJlsL0NTI/AAAAAAAAE90/FYOMMJvLOLc9sUyg_-v7hntfF82qj0-pACLcB/s1600/100_9572.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HxFu77d_xdQ/WFNJlsL0NTI/AAAAAAAAE90/FYOMMJvLOLc9sUyg_-v7hntfF82qj0-pACLcB/s640/100_9572.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0Sk1RiQwcsU/WFNJ54EfAYI/AAAAAAAAE94/v5hcApuQNgUi71RDPsPjIVU9IzlPjT4mgCLcB/s1600/100_9557.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0Sk1RiQwcsU/WFNJ54EfAYI/AAAAAAAAE94/v5hcApuQNgUi71RDPsPjIVU9IzlPjT4mgCLcB/s640/100_9557.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uuETMYOyVYk/WFNKKyKF5rI/AAAAAAAAE98/KxsWJSBq_TQ-JGSl-iSjZJcArIcv7i-LwCLcB/s1600/100_9554.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uuETMYOyVYk/WFNKKyKF5rI/AAAAAAAAE98/KxsWJSBq_TQ-JGSl-iSjZJcArIcv7i-LwCLcB/s640/100_9554.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QwifPh_tiWA/WFNKhVj8qDI/AAAAAAAAE-A/AVYDUuGEBMQjTxeRJ6vFO_RsogGT3iwGwCLcB/s1600/100_9487.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QwifPh_tiWA/WFNKhVj8qDI/AAAAAAAAE-A/AVYDUuGEBMQjTxeRJ6vFO_RsogGT3iwGwCLcB/s640/100_9487.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Little Christmas tree decorated with tiny teapots and teacups.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-J4i-c-IKJCw/WFNLSJJqYBI/AAAAAAAAE-I/vD6fh54IRJoT517-EgNwjOhpY_AbPfeggCLcB/s1600/100_7724.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-J4i-c-IKJCw/WFNLSJJqYBI/AAAAAAAAE-I/vD6fh54IRJoT517-EgNwjOhpY_AbPfeggCLcB/s640/100_7724.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tXDD_jZh0Io/WFNLkZf1PYI/AAAAAAAAE-Q/U0dC1X5Hq7Isal3HNdu9a8GtXTY77mAkwCLcB/s1600/100_7727.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tXDD_jZh0Io/WFNLkZf1PYI/AAAAAAAAE-Q/U0dC1X5Hq7Isal3HNdu9a8GtXTY77mAkwCLcB/s640/100_7727.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EjmQyAaLSQc/WFNLvGi30HI/AAAAAAAAE-U/4WUzujQF6744h_duWm8G97MJsOyAI29AQCLcB/s1600/100_7730.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EjmQyAaLSQc/WFNLvGi30HI/AAAAAAAAE-U/4WUzujQF6744h_duWm8G97MJsOyAI29AQCLcB/s640/100_7730.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Sweet wall cabinet filled with miniature teapots and teacups.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YMSRn3s_5Cs/WFNMC0mApSI/AAAAAAAAE-Y/Fzr41liLxXccyiuLGrFAGsbKoTgipoYCwCLcB/s1600/100_9592.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YMSRn3s_5Cs/WFNMC0mApSI/AAAAAAAAE-Y/Fzr41liLxXccyiuLGrFAGsbKoTgipoYCwCLcB/s640/100_9592.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oujfTeqewDk/WFNMftxgwDI/AAAAAAAAE-g/xU3yei503z8MilJ768mOIv_hioX9pDLjwCLcB/s1600/100_9589.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oujfTeqewDk/WFNMftxgwDI/AAAAAAAAE-g/xU3yei503z8MilJ768mOIv_hioX9pDLjwCLcB/s640/100_9589.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I hope you enjoyed my shabby chic farm house tour! Thank you so much for visiting!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-L_RmQe319xo/WFNSVLEg4zI/AAAAAAAAE_A/58XoH9dyvjwrkwhiF2YrqI2CXIDQ49Y3gCLcB/s1600/100_7425.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-L_RmQe319xo/WFNSVLEg4zI/AAAAAAAAE_A/58XoH9dyvjwrkwhiF2YrqI2CXIDQ49Y3gCLcB/s640/100_7425.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I will be taking an extended blogging break. I have been thinking about ending this blog, but just can't say the words right now. We will see what the future holds. <br />
<br />
I want you to know how much I appreciate your friendship through the years and your lovely comments you left me. May you all have a wonderful blessed New Year!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideen for her Friends Sharing Tea party.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-35192521127777217682016-12-01T20:36:00.000-05:002016-12-01T20:36:57.178-05:00Christmas Cup Of TeaJust a quick cup of tea to share on my favorite tea party blogs!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1eHEKurE7A0/WEDIQiB3vrI/AAAAAAAAE7E/WbG54vKCBos0vxdf4wb9csQMsj5Gp610wCLcB/s1600/100_9516.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1eHEKurE7A0/WEDIQiB3vrI/AAAAAAAAE7E/WbG54vKCBos0vxdf4wb9csQMsj5Gp610wCLcB/s640/100_9516.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Christmas decorating and shopping on my mind, but taking a few minutes to reflect on this special season. <br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pPsHiinf_z0/WEDI-jAMQgI/AAAAAAAAE7I/-x-TaHA1hUoJ3VI8q0eFLY7I04OzkhefwCLcB/s1600/100_9518.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pPsHiinf_z0/WEDI-jAMQgI/AAAAAAAAE7I/-x-TaHA1hUoJ3VI8q0eFLY7I04OzkhefwCLcB/s640/100_9518.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The sweet teacup is named Holly, from the Royal Albert flower of the month series.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JqdrpE34ceM/WEDKFNIiCRI/AAAAAAAAE7U/8j9bcF_TtnE7HRQk_I6ynS3JxIfLpotWACLcB/s1600/100_9525.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JqdrpE34ceM/WEDKFNIiCRI/AAAAAAAAE7U/8j9bcF_TtnE7HRQk_I6ynS3JxIfLpotWACLcB/s640/100_9525.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Please excuse the blurry photo's!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nlIAHbh97j0/WEDKoYJs1QI/AAAAAAAAE7Y/IqPwjoyGVKUkYKHfRq3fv7u6rGpfXMQVgCLcB/s1600/100_9527.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nlIAHbh97j0/WEDKoYJs1QI/AAAAAAAAE7Y/IqPwjoyGVKUkYKHfRq3fv7u6rGpfXMQVgCLcB/s640/100_9527.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uH7P8gLM7f4/WEDKzyMHIhI/AAAAAAAAE7g/8Et7zoiAOrkZ_Ptob8pucan---zbx4kQACLcB/s1600/100_9528.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uH7P8gLM7f4/WEDKzyMHIhI/AAAAAAAAE7g/8Et7zoiAOrkZ_Ptob8pucan---zbx4kQACLcB/s640/100_9528.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I've added a faux woods tree by the fireplace this year. I placed it in my old doll sleigh for height along with some teddy bears and my cute little plaid stuffed moose.<br />
.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nvdu08CAzx0/WEDLYVxFYFI/AAAAAAAAE7k/3AQ0E8dx_joCV_NDvIgCXUg9RnOzlXbdwCLcB/s1600/100_9530.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nvdu08CAzx0/WEDLYVxFYFI/AAAAAAAAE7k/3AQ0E8dx_joCV_NDvIgCXUg9RnOzlXbdwCLcB/s640/100_9530.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-t8jix0P3bOE/WEDLk5eAO3I/AAAAAAAAE7o/u_yBa0YfJJwc_4m_-CRWugqWLvMwWt0zQCLcB/s1600/100_9531.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-t8jix0P3bOE/WEDLk5eAO3I/AAAAAAAAE7o/u_yBa0YfJJwc_4m_-CRWugqWLvMwWt0zQCLcB/s640/100_9531.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A cozy setting to enjoy a cup of Downton Christmas tea and a couple of sugar cookies!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JhdMW5dJxq4/WEDMNKRoo7I/AAAAAAAAE7s/bzjlZiJHD0gLMComfUCAh17W0FzB4Jv-wCLcB/s1600/100_9533.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JhdMW5dJxq4/WEDMNKRoo7I/AAAAAAAAE7s/bzjlZiJHD0gLMComfUCAh17W0FzB4Jv-wCLcB/s640/100_9533.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-q4R8nY7SRKA/WEDMajmR9zI/AAAAAAAAE7w/b638imiAt3A17NTvwMrep_BlTyWGOFdUwCLcB/s1600/100_9536.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-q4R8nY7SRKA/WEDMajmR9zI/AAAAAAAAE7w/b638imiAt3A17NTvwMrep_BlTyWGOFdUwCLcB/s640/100_9536.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vWzLMYACl_8/WEDMmavxPlI/AAAAAAAAE70/Th4zvp-wMRsmghiPXpEvMsB0Ajp1xfIGQCLcB/s1600/100_9542.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vWzLMYACl_8/WEDMmavxPlI/AAAAAAAAE70/Th4zvp-wMRsmghiPXpEvMsB0Ajp1xfIGQCLcB/s640/100_9542.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful Christmas season!<br />
<br />
I will be joining the these special blog parties: Friends Sharing Tea, Tuesday Cuppa Tea, and Teacup Tuesday.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-7292005359456870162016-11-04T17:40:00.000-04:002016-11-04T17:40:08.077-04:00Tea In The Garden For NovemberWelcome friends! Lately we have been having beautiful autumn days. It is hard to believe it is already November! Usually we have had snow by now! It is just too nice to stay indoors so thought I would share what I think will be the last outdoor tea for this year!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pFca_viOTXo/WBzySZlA-3I/AAAAAAAAE4o/NcNm0UsEWqEA5jgnSQY_dchEYJAB5UBigCLcB/s1600/100_9409.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pFca_viOTXo/WBzySZlA-3I/AAAAAAAAE4o/NcNm0UsEWqEA5jgnSQY_dchEYJAB5UBigCLcB/s640/100_9409.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I put the table by my potting shed at home. The nasturtiums are still blooming enjoying the lovely autumn weather we have had this week.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ow6ohaGabwk/WBzzD27xUDI/AAAAAAAAE4s/kU3ZE0WLDlA1hL53PeY0n-epd-MvcnyKgCLcB/s1600/100_9407.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ow6ohaGabwk/WBzzD27xUDI/AAAAAAAAE4s/kU3ZE0WLDlA1hL53PeY0n-epd-MvcnyKgCLcB/s640/100_9407.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XtszT2N0H6w/WBzzPkoHW4I/AAAAAAAAE4w/uu6jNPdwMBsTmcHLjnbHXPKYVq6fXEqXwCLcB/s1600/100_9458.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XtszT2N0H6w/WBzzPkoHW4I/AAAAAAAAE4w/uu6jNPdwMBsTmcHLjnbHXPKYVq6fXEqXwCLcB/s640/100_9458.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A plaid throw for the table, an old Alfred Meakin pitcher filled with bittersweet, and brown transferware for tea time.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-f2zTsS7loOY/WBzz3Q74NFI/AAAAAAAAE40/_SqdLonTVToWi6G2EOkXYr3NdxAv7dwwQCLcB/s1600/100_9408.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-f2zTsS7loOY/WBzz3Q74NFI/AAAAAAAAE40/_SqdLonTVToWi6G2EOkXYr3NdxAv7dwwQCLcB/s640/100_9408.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KdwS3udUD7Y/WBz0CdeKSoI/AAAAAAAAE44/1B8OCZfVbCQeYUusk7OVwrK3ddGqJH9-gCLcB/s1600/100_9430.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KdwS3udUD7Y/WBz0CdeKSoI/AAAAAAAAE44/1B8OCZfVbCQeYUusk7OVwrK3ddGqJH9-gCLcB/s640/100_9430.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The teapot is a Woods Burslem, England named "Hyde". I recently found it at a antique mall in San Diego while on vacation. This beauty sat close by me on the airplane! Doesn't it have a different kind of lid? I have never seen one like it!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-J8kdTKbtlbs/WBz1w_5aDSI/AAAAAAAAE5I/FQX_X7sYK7E6c1UecP_mfjei7o8UlJJ4gCLcB/s1600/100_9417.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-J8kdTKbtlbs/WBz1w_5aDSI/AAAAAAAAE5I/FQX_X7sYK7E6c1UecP_mfjei7o8UlJJ4gCLcB/s640/100_9417.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The teacup and saucer are named "King Tom", an American Tradition. I love to use these in November.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KbaOEkgBXt8/WBz2VsD3iNI/AAAAAAAAE5M/9SX08zQRQyYu4J_Pj74fyNoFkn-KGT3pgCLcB/s1600/100_9428.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KbaOEkgBXt8/WBz2VsD3iNI/AAAAAAAAE5M/9SX08zQRQyYu4J_Pj74fyNoFkn-KGT3pgCLcB/s640/100_9428.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DBxpnP8mMGE/WBz2jD8GRkI/AAAAAAAAE5Q/1VD9CslkkyMinPn_s4LQYm4mkFripSp9gCLcB/s1600/100_9420.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DBxpnP8mMGE/WBz2jD8GRkI/AAAAAAAAE5Q/1VD9CslkkyMinPn_s4LQYm4mkFripSp9gCLcB/s640/100_9420.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4OxNLfg6X-Q/WBz20HsAMOI/AAAAAAAAE5Y/1yqHHNs9IlsOpN6CMevfaVx0qYx658aiACLcB/s1600/100_9421.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4OxNLfg6X-Q/WBz20HsAMOI/AAAAAAAAE5Y/1yqHHNs9IlsOpN6CMevfaVx0qYx658aiACLcB/s640/100_9421.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-O91HoyKWfw8/WBz2-xGl3eI/AAAAAAAAE5c/mwZn4a3EMoQwQETaK32O7Muhk4hiFkYQwCLcB/s1600/100_9432.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-O91HoyKWfw8/WBz2-xGl3eI/AAAAAAAAE5c/mwZn4a3EMoQwQETaK32O7Muhk4hiFkYQwCLcB/s640/100_9432.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The little creamer, a gift from a dear friend is Midwinter Ltd Burslem England "Rural England". The sweet little angel is from my sister.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-u6KF4A1WPps/WBz4dkxEexI/AAAAAAAAE5o/9LYrWS5736kjykna8_NJNJLCaQpeIgprwCLcB/s1600/100_9424.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-u6KF4A1WPps/WBz4dkxEexI/AAAAAAAAE5o/9LYrWS5736kjykna8_NJNJLCaQpeIgprwCLcB/s640/100_9424.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vboEr43tELg/WBz4pY5Sm2I/AAAAAAAAE5s/nLtYcHi4ELcVdQZjCIWOrNE36-0IBAkmwCLcB/s1600/100_9437.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vboEr43tELg/WBz4pY5Sm2I/AAAAAAAAE5s/nLtYcHi4ELcVdQZjCIWOrNE36-0IBAkmwCLcB/s640/100_9437.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-d3_FCUzWoyo/WBz4zjYOXfI/AAAAAAAAE5w/AJa_Di4J_60M55JyadsrIfb7Ol2aigWuwCEw/s1600/100_9427.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-d3_FCUzWoyo/WBz4zjYOXfI/AAAAAAAAE5w/AJa_Di4J_60M55JyadsrIfb7Ol2aigWuwCEw/s640/100_9427.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
For a sweet today there is a delicious apple cake my daughter-in-law made and in the teapot Simpson & Vail Chocolate Caramel Black Tea. Yum!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-r807LAd-fXU/WBz6ml1f3tI/AAAAAAAAE58/ziwPBn-FBpYUuT8ZwV99eW9ZsSdabflkQCLcB/s1600/100_9439.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-r807LAd-fXU/WBz6ml1f3tI/AAAAAAAAE58/ziwPBn-FBpYUuT8ZwV99eW9ZsSdabflkQCLcB/s640/100_9439.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Vv5ugd9doZA/WBz8nlF1seI/AAAAAAAAE6Q/3r4AriaBoVwWmUqX55YTCytixL_kY1lkACLcB/s1600/100_9443.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Vv5ugd9doZA/WBz8nlF1seI/AAAAAAAAE6Q/3r4AriaBoVwWmUqX55YTCytixL_kY1lkACLcB/s640/100_9443.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<br />
Well I could sit out here forever, but I still have some yard work I should do! Although the forecast for the next two weeks is mild weather!<br />
<br />
Thank you for stopping by and I wish you all have a lovely weekend!<br />
<br />
I will be joining the following parties: Friends Sharing Tea and Tuesday Cuppa Tea.<br />
<br />Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-22390724513762729102016-10-25T21:26:00.001-04:002016-10-25T21:26:27.067-04:00My Cozy Tiny Tea ParlorHello and Welcome! When at our little farm cottage this late summer and fall I have been busy decorating my tiny storage shed into a cozy tiny tea parlor.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5ihr6r_S--A/WA_1Ne3zy0I/AAAAAAAAE10/5HMeuFwbSTgoGKtDOmkC8J5egKdjelZ0gCLcB/s1600/100_9910.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5ihr6r_S--A/WA_1Ne3zy0I/AAAAAAAAE10/5HMeuFwbSTgoGKtDOmkC8J5egKdjelZ0gCLcB/s640/100_9910.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I papered the walls using my old Victoria magazines. It has been so much fun going through stacks of them and picking out my favorite full page pictures!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VPvoaPKEnSg/WA_1_az2YrI/AAAAAAAAE14/nIhB8fXaTgoKBs1Az6nv8b7_xAAL5d0mgCLcB/s1600/100_9936.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VPvoaPKEnSg/WA_1_az2YrI/AAAAAAAAE14/nIhB8fXaTgoKBs1Az6nv8b7_xAAL5d0mgCLcB/s640/100_9936.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Cb11QOmndrk/WA_2SbppWnI/AAAAAAAAE2A/wqz5axdjBXwoOIWRjoqeeeJHbhzpD9HHACLcB/s1600/100_9826.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Cb11QOmndrk/WA_2SbppWnI/AAAAAAAAE2A/wqz5axdjBXwoOIWRjoqeeeJHbhzpD9HHACLcB/s640/100_9826.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ved2GAuKE0M/WA_2eOTxAcI/AAAAAAAAE2E/R3p-_uwf3p8QiwhlfNVufaHprZWb0-EzgCLcB/s1600/100_9829.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ved2GAuKE0M/WA_2eOTxAcI/AAAAAAAAE2E/R3p-_uwf3p8QiwhlfNVufaHprZWb0-EzgCLcB/s640/100_9829.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gyDP0XFm5Zk/WA_2vX_RpTI/AAAAAAAAE2I/Ws98Ll8tyCkGk0JD2ovJTDWIRv9A20SwACEw/s1600/100_9937.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gyDP0XFm5Zk/WA_2vX_RpTI/AAAAAAAAE2I/Ws98Ll8tyCkGk0JD2ovJTDWIRv9A20SwACEw/s640/100_9937.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-83J_1lcXpKY/WA_4qdbqvJI/AAAAAAAAE2Y/-6HFRC_RzQctq-qiflGFB4DBOUDsrcZBACLcB/s1600/100_9916.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-83J_1lcXpKY/WA_4qdbqvJI/AAAAAAAAE2Y/-6HFRC_RzQctq-qiflGFB4DBOUDsrcZBACLcB/s640/100_9916.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
My chippy wire form gal in the corner used to be in the flower garden and now I have lots of space for my teacups on the rafters!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-f1YZe2h3cVQ/WA_6mGo24fI/AAAAAAAAE2g/VRbMJtPVZ5UmZu8oW80s3ObgCpXuFN0bQCLcB/s1600/100_9920.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-f1YZe2h3cVQ/WA_6mGo24fI/AAAAAAAAE2g/VRbMJtPVZ5UmZu8oW80s3ObgCpXuFN0bQCLcB/s640/100_9920.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BZBoD6XbodQ/WA_63lprTdI/AAAAAAAAE2k/UWDZ526hBasPPpL21o5H9j8do5pT1HeuACLcB/s1600/100_9804.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BZBoD6XbodQ/WA_63lprTdI/AAAAAAAAE2k/UWDZ526hBasPPpL21o5H9j8do5pT1HeuACLcB/s640/100_9804.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lOhda17eSBU/WA_7DcarwnI/AAAAAAAAE2o/zAVJU7Y1NWMDd2SKU726Cq8fY6Z7L6QqwCLcB/s1600/100_9813.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lOhda17eSBU/WA_7DcarwnI/AAAAAAAAE2o/zAVJU7Y1NWMDd2SKU726Cq8fY6Z7L6QqwCLcB/s640/100_9813.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
In the other corner my cement lady brought in from the garden to keep me company!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1p1tHiY3TWk/WA_7dOdfRpI/AAAAAAAAE2w/D0bf0xo3IbE5jA_glb91jRG44uXq13NwQCLcB/s1600/100_9921.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1p1tHiY3TWk/WA_7dOdfRpI/AAAAAAAAE2w/D0bf0xo3IbE5jA_glb91jRG44uXq13NwQCLcB/s640/100_9921.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I found the colorful chandy at a antique mall for only $40.00! Only problem I have no electricity in the parlor!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-09E3hAtWzUE/WA_8WfpCH2I/AAAAAAAAE28/u4YfIZcf5Z8gR07FMeG6NzrpUPszJfdpQCLcB/s1600/100_9923.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-09E3hAtWzUE/WA_8WfpCH2I/AAAAAAAAE28/u4YfIZcf5Z8gR07FMeG6NzrpUPszJfdpQCLcB/s640/100_9923.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Now would you like to join me for tea?<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JYJ9NVQnwN8/WA_8vtub3-I/AAAAAAAAE3A/Om3WkqoN-mM6jSUfOTV3wH-nP0SgTItpgCLcB/s1600/100_9895.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JYJ9NVQnwN8/WA_8vtub3-I/AAAAAAAAE3A/Om3WkqoN-mM6jSUfOTV3wH-nP0SgTItpgCLcB/s640/100_9895.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jtGe9BEdn6M/WA_86nQ3unI/AAAAAAAAE3E/N70F5WxJ5f8jkyLelnywHQDOr58AAzGWgCLcB/s1600/100_9906.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jtGe9BEdn6M/WA_86nQ3unI/AAAAAAAAE3E/N70F5WxJ5f8jkyLelnywHQDOr58AAzGWgCLcB/s640/100_9906.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The teapot is a Cauldon-Vale, Staffordshire England. A different darling design on each side!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RmyNrvhwQsY/WA_90LjKBWI/AAAAAAAAE3M/zqOO8H2uH1YvyOCHNhO-mPgqafLU6hyIgCLcB/s1600/100_9900.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RmyNrvhwQsY/WA_90LjKBWI/AAAAAAAAE3M/zqOO8H2uH1YvyOCHNhO-mPgqafLU6hyIgCLcB/s640/100_9900.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iWjTdeE_KnY/WA_9_jtyxzI/AAAAAAAAE3Q/_r7Pe-EnmjMIr5R0vG-x3b_QPPQfOjMUQCLcB/s1600/100_9901.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iWjTdeE_KnY/WA_9_jtyxzI/AAAAAAAAE3Q/_r7Pe-EnmjMIr5R0vG-x3b_QPPQfOjMUQCLcB/s640/100_9901.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The teacups and plates are American Limoges, Chateau-K, Minuet Pink. A friend made the lovely tablecloth for me!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jcs732RK_A4/WA_-_dsdZ8I/AAAAAAAAE3c/55ZDmMrCJX0wOsRSZBjQoa1mUwuRnUlSACLcB/s1600/100_9902.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jcs732RK_A4/WA_-_dsdZ8I/AAAAAAAAE3c/55ZDmMrCJX0wOsRSZBjQoa1mUwuRnUlSACLcB/s640/100_9902.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6xRReu-SaSY/WA__IgdvHHI/AAAAAAAAE3k/W-fn_25BTroHNo4z8F7_Wsh_-A_EBkhOQCLcB/s1600/100_9906.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6xRReu-SaSY/WA__IgdvHHI/AAAAAAAAE3k/W-fn_25BTroHNo4z8F7_Wsh_-A_EBkhOQCLcB/s640/100_9906.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Tea time through the mirror!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ugd0p8lYQbk/WBAELy0VZSI/AAAAAAAAE4I/OQOBGp36clwCeeodjXEoi0uD9YWR2uTcwCLcB/s1600/100_9927.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ugd0p8lYQbk/WBAELy0VZSI/AAAAAAAAE4I/OQOBGp36clwCeeodjXEoi0uD9YWR2uTcwCLcB/s640/100_9927.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Fr_v4Q1rDT8/WBAEk_d7ZvI/AAAAAAAAE4M/AgwcGxXM9UMLbsDJae7fkgOeToLNRnqCgCLcB/s1600/100_9929.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Fr_v4Q1rDT8/WBAEk_d7ZvI/AAAAAAAAE4M/AgwcGxXM9UMLbsDJae7fkgOeToLNRnqCgCLcB/s640/100_9929.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Twinings Chi in the teapot and apple strudel pie for a sweet!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xe4gSBykvgo/WBAADEV1-FI/AAAAAAAAE3w/sN6eXsTEs_kqNWCgLSpVKC3FCxn0T8ZIwCLcB/s1600/100_9943.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xe4gSBykvgo/WBAADEV1-FI/AAAAAAAAE3w/sN6eXsTEs_kqNWCgLSpVKC3FCxn0T8ZIwCLcB/s640/100_9943.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FyuIp0mOdmQ/WBAAMwpvgmI/AAAAAAAAE30/MsYXMjHcQmIy8ZYUDLi1dmiZAwqGFsRZgCLcB/s1600/100_9947.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FyuIp0mOdmQ/WBAAMwpvgmI/AAAAAAAAE30/MsYXMjHcQmIy8ZYUDLi1dmiZAwqGFsRZgCLcB/s640/100_9947.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-07y82sEpnP4/WBAAYGfmSXI/AAAAAAAAE34/97bmrf9bss017lv1Y4vUZTOpsiOH3G6PQCLcB/s1600/100_9945.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-07y82sEpnP4/WBAAYGfmSXI/AAAAAAAAE34/97bmrf9bss017lv1Y4vUZTOpsiOH3G6PQCLcB/s640/100_9945.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A lot going on in the tea parlor! But it will not be short of conversation during tea time! :)<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you for stopping by today and I am hoping you are enjoying your Autumn!<br />
<br />
I will be joining the following parties this week: Share Your Cup Thursday and Friends Sharing Tea.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-54928843575667221352016-10-12T21:18:00.000-04:002016-10-12T21:18:36.379-04:00October Tea On The Cabin PorchHello tea friends! It has been awhile since I enjoyed a long relaxing tea here at my log cottage, Yesterday was such a lovely fall day, so I set up tea time on my front porch. So glad you joined me!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cvWnHGSfMuE/V_7YPRKAupI/AAAAAAAAEz8/ZvvRo9yh27UyDo0DVGhNoDgLgspaExYuQCLcB/s1600/101_0007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cvWnHGSfMuE/V_7YPRKAupI/AAAAAAAAEz8/ZvvRo9yh27UyDo0DVGhNoDgLgspaExYuQCLcB/s640/101_0007.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I have lots of pink here with my fall asters and geraniums still blooming beautifully!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1pSeimBnG5Y/V_7ZOm1WsJI/AAAAAAAAE0E/is3_viBhFH0pkSjo-1vRmFZbTNy7OuCvgCLcB/s1600/100_9961.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1pSeimBnG5Y/V_7ZOm1WsJI/AAAAAAAAE0E/is3_viBhFH0pkSjo-1vRmFZbTNy7OuCvgCLcB/s640/100_9961.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-onxmpxpMQaw/V_7ZfW4jWaI/AAAAAAAAE0I/OwKYpmgRcDscJq8Dxzq7FWu-eCB86jzvACLcB/s1600/101_0019.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-onxmpxpMQaw/V_7ZfW4jWaI/AAAAAAAAE0I/OwKYpmgRcDscJq8Dxzq7FWu-eCB86jzvACLcB/s640/101_0019.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-K0cVgF5WVns/V_7ZqGvakwI/AAAAAAAAE0M/ygsEzkBb7uUb_4J0ygC_z1oG9w1lwlhjgCLcB/s1600/101_0012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-K0cVgF5WVns/V_7ZqGvakwI/AAAAAAAAE0M/ygsEzkBb7uUb_4J0ygC_z1oG9w1lwlhjgCLcB/s640/101_0012.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
About a year ago I found this special Royal Albert Flowers Of The Month Series teapot set at a thrift store. Half price for $35.00!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1sbhbLI3ykQ/V_7aiEu_P7I/AAAAAAAAE0Y/G3oyLKDpo80nLCYA1erQ0Ba0f1kCstp7QCLcB/s1600/100_9992.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1sbhbLI3ykQ/V_7aiEu_P7I/AAAAAAAAE0Y/G3oyLKDpo80nLCYA1erQ0Ba0f1kCstp7QCLcB/s640/100_9992.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tciyf5yvI7s/V_7avrXGE9I/AAAAAAAAE0c/dLnZ3lYglok11GpVrmKxZJVRXT3bg5u_ACLcB/s1600/100_9997.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tciyf5yvI7s/V_7avrXGE9I/AAAAAAAAE0c/dLnZ3lYglok11GpVrmKxZJVRXT3bg5u_ACLcB/s640/100_9997.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The teacups are also Royal Albert, September Aster and October Cosmos.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BGgNdXtS_M4/V_7bqPURJFI/AAAAAAAAE0k/tgcF49Wd6BQRvLdQ5_OH94si9Xmq2U_uQCLcB/s1600/100_9995.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BGgNdXtS_M4/V_7bqPURJFI/AAAAAAAAE0k/tgcF49Wd6BQRvLdQ5_OH94si9Xmq2U_uQCLcB/s640/100_9995.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cIx8Ot61Dcc/V_7bS7Bo1NI/AAAAAAAAE0g/li9Qew9LMUoBqoYOb4IiiPERh_B2FLPKwCEw/s1600/100_9994.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cIx8Ot61Dcc/V_7bS7Bo1NI/AAAAAAAAE0g/li9Qew9LMUoBqoYOb4IiiPERh_B2FLPKwCEw/s640/100_9994.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My sweet little lady vase filled with cosmos and asters from my garden.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kccuhq_nQMs/V_7cfaf6BFI/AAAAAAAAE0w/0D7fldlwQCszxjN8YymwjEjTsHqQddw9QCLcB/s1600/101_0001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kccuhq_nQMs/V_7cfaf6BFI/AAAAAAAAE0w/0D7fldlwQCszxjN8YymwjEjTsHqQddw9QCLcB/s640/101_0001.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NofbiaF-E0Q/V_7cqfq22-I/AAAAAAAAE00/dvV4-b3X1xc_73Two2_KKPega5f99pLKwCLcB/s1600/100_9999.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NofbiaF-E0Q/V_7cqfq22-I/AAAAAAAAE00/dvV4-b3X1xc_73Two2_KKPega5f99pLKwCLcB/s640/100_9999.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Apple caramel scones and delicious Elmwood Inn tea, A Kentucky blend black tea sent thoughtfully to me from Linda@Friendship Tea.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VMOCAFtelNo/V_7eC6Qrx7I/AAAAAAAAE1A/hzQAxNG0C7c93lz_Y8tX3ZjQBMTdxQ4ugCLcB/s1600/101_0005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VMOCAFtelNo/V_7eC6Qrx7I/AAAAAAAAE1A/hzQAxNG0C7c93lz_Y8tX3ZjQBMTdxQ4ugCLcB/s640/101_0005.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PXfggdE0gDI/V_7eTYTtiWI/AAAAAAAAE1E/t0HE2x7DnqwKKHCAZMzfhyFmumg4_KnbACLcB/s1600/101_0004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PXfggdE0gDI/V_7eTYTtiWI/AAAAAAAAE1E/t0HE2x7DnqwKKHCAZMzfhyFmumg4_KnbACLcB/s640/101_0004.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FOIML8no-zo/V_7ed7F41DI/AAAAAAAAE1I/KsBb0kr90AUFjFmgrAN68zKf79UCNhkoACLcB/s1600/101_0011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FOIML8no-zo/V_7ed7F41DI/AAAAAAAAE1I/KsBb0kr90AUFjFmgrAN68zKf79UCNhkoACLcB/s640/101_0011.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for stopping over for tea! I hope you are having a beautiful autumn!<br />
<br />
I will be joining the following parties this week: Friends Sharing Tea, Tuesday Cuppa Tea, and Tea Cup Tuesday.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-9176128892241342632016-10-06T16:10:00.000-04:002016-10-06T16:10:34.200-04:00Tea At The Grand HotelOn September 17th I had the wonderful opportunity to join the Michigan Tea Tour Group headed by Phyllis @ Relevant Tea Leaf blog, for afternoon tea at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Michigan.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kQ0RW_Xmq2s/V_alsMCezGI/AAAAAAAAEx4/t7ES6I75-eoeKsBPToh_k1hTp_8YFPyQgCLcB/s1600/100_9869.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kQ0RW_Xmq2s/V_alsMCezGI/AAAAAAAAEx4/t7ES6I75-eoeKsBPToh_k1hTp_8YFPyQgCLcB/s640/100_9869.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
It was so nice to meet the ladies who were part of the group!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_hKZEOWJui0/V_amCQF72PI/AAAAAAAAEx8/jxv_2UwBNCEpHpmZtSsVDYygypVsRsyeACLcB/s1600/100_9854.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_hKZEOWJui0/V_amCQF72PI/AAAAAAAAEx8/jxv_2UwBNCEpHpmZtSsVDYygypVsRsyeACLcB/s640/100_9854.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8tAU9HdxPiA/V_amLnmmI_I/AAAAAAAAEyA/IqpI7wDzb7EZui6v5eFJyMnMgWJblT1MACLcB/s1600/100_9853.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8tAU9HdxPiA/V_amLnmmI_I/AAAAAAAAEyA/IqpI7wDzb7EZui6v5eFJyMnMgWJblT1MACLcB/s640/100_9853.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The afternoon tea was served in the hotel parlor.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YvWJtd_Rpa8/V_amhBYwuwI/AAAAAAAAEyE/pRI1jkceSfwDGsFvc_pID-V-yWSTHvl3gCLcB/s1600/100_9849.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YvWJtd_Rpa8/V_amhBYwuwI/AAAAAAAAEyE/pRI1jkceSfwDGsFvc_pID-V-yWSTHvl3gCLcB/s640/100_9849.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-g6VYCOCtxUc/V_amsHFOz4I/AAAAAAAAEyI/WrQmHaQC000WglzmiyP0ZnXRorpJi2lTQCLcB/s1600/100_9857.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-g6VYCOCtxUc/V_amsHFOz4I/AAAAAAAAEyI/WrQmHaQC000WglzmiyP0ZnXRorpJi2lTQCLcB/s640/100_9857.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The savories and sweets were very good!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8U4xTSsfWFg/V_am6aLZiFI/AAAAAAAAEyQ/PcewKYQ6nRY-krzlkPjkfNWYtJamYo9PgCLcB/s1600/100_9850.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8U4xTSsfWFg/V_am6aLZiFI/AAAAAAAAEyQ/PcewKYQ6nRY-krzlkPjkfNWYtJamYo9PgCLcB/s640/100_9850.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nOqd1zSdgHs/V_anEGPKxEI/AAAAAAAAEyU/sOCbcQoR2vYmgvzGiJMeChWjCeWmM2eZQCLcB/s1600/100_9855.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nOqd1zSdgHs/V_anEGPKxEI/AAAAAAAAEyU/sOCbcQoR2vYmgvzGiJMeChWjCeWmM2eZQCLcB/s640/100_9855.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
There is a tea shop in the hotel where I purchased the English Breakfast tea that we were served.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2Xi-vEdrRD8/V_anuedggmI/AAAAAAAAEyc/RMdz_ZQNTtoI3hitNBN-Z8xRKAZerYk5gCLcB/s1600/100_9858.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2Xi-vEdrRD8/V_anuedggmI/AAAAAAAAEyc/RMdz_ZQNTtoI3hitNBN-Z8xRKAZerYk5gCLcB/s640/100_9858.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A darling wicker cart at the florist shop in the Grand.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oI0G91lHGfs/V_aoKoXFdpI/AAAAAAAAEyg/QTsHe58WC7MPqEOsJ5IG7NV3sMmVFF-HACLcB/s1600/100_9862.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oI0G91lHGfs/V_aoKoXFdpI/AAAAAAAAEyg/QTsHe58WC7MPqEOsJ5IG7NV3sMmVFF-HACLcB/s640/100_9862.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Transportation to and from the Grand Hotel, if you wish.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Qysw4HcCzgw/V_aokz3W05I/AAAAAAAAEys/1mXosbo3PKgLg-h6Ry4R591TD3zpYPVVwCLcB/s1600/100_9873.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Qysw4HcCzgw/V_aokz3W05I/AAAAAAAAEys/1mXosbo3PKgLg-h6Ry4R591TD3zpYPVVwCLcB/s640/100_9873.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Main Street looking both ways. So pretty!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ti4Lqg0Fl-M/V_ao3F6HHDI/AAAAAAAAEyw/DWzLfbvmBcYBjyIDngiGip-WLapicaDdgCLcB/s1600/100_9875.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ti4Lqg0Fl-M/V_ao3F6HHDI/AAAAAAAAEyw/DWzLfbvmBcYBjyIDngiGip-WLapicaDdgCLcB/s640/100_9875.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zY3DR2yQwE8/V_apBTliCbI/AAAAAAAAEy0/UR_LiIHBwe0Qn-r2h8It_hzAYvFVXPhGQCLcB/s1600/100_9876.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zY3DR2yQwE8/V_apBTliCbI/AAAAAAAAEy0/UR_LiIHBwe0Qn-r2h8It_hzAYvFVXPhGQCLcB/s640/100_9876.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The ferry I took to and from the island.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-72Th6hxsSH4/V_apmoGgmiI/AAAAAAAAEy8/yT8XMmeHIkIGsoX7JjSdeCBrJol3cO6uwCLcB/s1600/100_9888.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-72Th6hxsSH4/V_apmoGgmiI/AAAAAAAAEy8/yT8XMmeHIkIGsoX7JjSdeCBrJol3cO6uwCLcB/s640/100_9888.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
Rough waters on the way back to mainland!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JXy4NL1YyIs/V_ap8H15DXI/AAAAAAAAEzE/9HB7xAhaWWIrc7rRNIljzUnNPJsNTyhGQCLcB/s1600/100_9879.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JXy4NL1YyIs/V_ap8H15DXI/AAAAAAAAEzE/9HB7xAhaWWIrc7rRNIljzUnNPJsNTyhGQCLcB/s640/100_9879.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NgbMzwz4GuE/V_aqHoQ9pgI/AAAAAAAAEzI/XskU-IPWaIIDZaBxe-Hz-7P5wLqYG9R9wCLcB/s1600/100_9885.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NgbMzwz4GuE/V_aqHoQ9pgI/AAAAAAAAEzI/XskU-IPWaIIDZaBxe-Hz-7P5wLqYG9R9wCLcB/s640/100_9885.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
A beautiful afternoon spent with tea friends! So thankful!<br />
<br />
For more about this Michigan Tea Tour be sure to visit Phyllis @ Relevant Tea Leaf, Linda @ Friendship Tea, Judith @ Lavender Cottage, and Nancy @ Rosemary's Sampler.<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for stopping by and God Bless!Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-43422709397216556962016-09-07T23:49:00.000-04:002016-09-07T23:49:08.842-04:00A Late Summer Tea On The DeckWelcome to teatime this week! I just got back from a week long trip to the beautiful Leelanau Peninsula in Michigan, but wanted to share simple tea I had last week on my deck at home.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-k-i9T_YwkmU/V9DZV51PT7I/AAAAAAAAEwc/RLe4cigzFwAEZnuBkGCY_bYggGIRAo6IwCLcB/s1600/100_1413.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-k-i9T_YwkmU/V9DZV51PT7I/AAAAAAAAEwc/RLe4cigzFwAEZnuBkGCY_bYggGIRAo6IwCLcB/s640/100_1413.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My Hop vines were at their peak. Years ago I planted a few from my Mom's yard and they have took off wonderfully. It is hard to grow vines here in Upper Michigan where the winters are so cold and long.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HI9mUzp32qs/V9DabUrgxiI/AAAAAAAAEwo/W0c9lYhHN5Uk2NqDCXDsU0v2DR6lRStdgCLcB/s1600/100_1438.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HI9mUzp32qs/V9DabUrgxiI/AAAAAAAAEwo/W0c9lYhHN5Uk2NqDCXDsU0v2DR6lRStdgCLcB/s640/100_1438.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-n9eXS167bmk/V9Darws5ImI/AAAAAAAAEws/MRDI1ABsQEUN_uQQiP4ljNuquoTlLEX2ACLcB/s1600/100_1441.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-n9eXS167bmk/V9Darws5ImI/AAAAAAAAEws/MRDI1ABsQEUN_uQQiP4ljNuquoTlLEX2ACLcB/s640/100_1441.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My unmarked teacup is so fragile you can almost see through it.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qvylIqc5ABE/V9Dbi24ud8I/AAAAAAAAEw4/wvNev-Pou8UvADuVpHnIZAV8DX-yY8BhwCLcB/s1600/100_1426.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qvylIqc5ABE/V9Dbi24ud8I/AAAAAAAAEw4/wvNev-Pou8UvADuVpHnIZAV8DX-yY8BhwCLcB/s640/100_1426.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ogWTshV-rEo/V9DbwoQdlMI/AAAAAAAAEw8/CJVyF4e7bJoq-10cuuLKVQgqZkO_U1cegCLcB/s1600/100_1427.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ogWTshV-rEo/V9DbwoQdlMI/AAAAAAAAEw8/CJVyF4e7bJoq-10cuuLKVQgqZkO_U1cegCLcB/s640/100_1427.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
We have had such beautiful weather this summer! Perfect for outdoor tea. Hopefully our fall will be warm and long!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gQ4_fGrbOsk/V9Dc5rGFE-I/AAAAAAAAExI/br6b3AaxIcA8OtkbKya_0AuW8rPmBU0YQCLcB/s1600/100_1430.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gQ4_fGrbOsk/V9Dc5rGFE-I/AAAAAAAAExI/br6b3AaxIcA8OtkbKya_0AuW8rPmBU0YQCLcB/s640/100_1430.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-91e5mFD-KZE/V9DdF3kFjdI/AAAAAAAAExM/4HVJwgsQ8UkNRc65bXCCVK-3E_t2ij7-ACLcB/s1600/100_1433.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-91e5mFD-KZE/V9DdF3kFjdI/AAAAAAAAExM/4HVJwgsQ8UkNRc65bXCCVK-3E_t2ij7-ACLcB/s640/100_1433.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-y2YrXHukovw/V9DdTUdJO-I/AAAAAAAAExQ/JvNbfnHKvoQt8PD7HhfSU823_i9_eysVQCLcB/s1600/100_1435.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-y2YrXHukovw/V9DdTUdJO-I/AAAAAAAAExQ/JvNbfnHKvoQt8PD7HhfSU823_i9_eysVQCLcB/s640/100_1435.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you for visiting and I hope you have many beautiful days in your part of the country!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideen this week for her Tea In The Garden party. <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-87412791460596357692016-08-05T20:31:00.000-04:002016-08-05T20:31:51.739-04:00A Summer Tea PartyWhat a beautiful day we had! A lovely time to enjoy tea with friends!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fhwolUr5FLA/V6UonPQ54sI/AAAAAAAAEuA/vPqeT2S_rSc67f-8_Xgwc_8x_UXe2GDyQCLcB/s1600/100_4644.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fhwolUr5FLA/V6UonPQ54sI/AAAAAAAAEuA/vPqeT2S_rSc67f-8_Xgwc_8x_UXe2GDyQCLcB/s640/100_4644.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XdjUF_Vw6TU/V6Uo0QkPX7I/AAAAAAAAEuE/2zOf2-vpM10lLamym4w2qCoif9n7Ff35gCLcB/s1600/100_4618.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XdjUF_Vw6TU/V6Uo0QkPX7I/AAAAAAAAEuE/2zOf2-vpM10lLamym4w2qCoif9n7Ff35gCLcB/s640/100_4618.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
It is a sunny day so I brought out the umbrella to add some shade.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ES5jVBZnLbM/V6UpQt7hqWI/AAAAAAAAEuM/1FrjpqiLNEQ8-4z1cZMeGlCKuzCPAxTBACLcB/s1600/100_4629.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ES5jVBZnLbM/V6UpQt7hqWI/AAAAAAAAEuM/1FrjpqiLNEQ8-4z1cZMeGlCKuzCPAxTBACLcB/s640/100_4629.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FfEgX_sO9Pk/V6UpbdYOeTI/AAAAAAAAEuQ/tv7zLdZuqDAdnUoBwrx-tzAYhGSHodYewCLcB/s1600/100_4624.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FfEgX_sO9Pk/V6UpbdYOeTI/AAAAAAAAEuQ/tv7zLdZuqDAdnUoBwrx-tzAYhGSHodYewCLcB/s640/100_4624.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I found these cute dishes for only 25 cents each! I thought they would add a little fun for my lady friends!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DvPCkWlJTAI/V6Up_WWMh1I/AAAAAAAAEuY/6JBrM-tl8q8AVseXbgdMDfn-MIyZXGG7gCLcB/s1600/100_4654.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DvPCkWlJTAI/V6Up_WWMh1I/AAAAAAAAEuY/6JBrM-tl8q8AVseXbgdMDfn-MIyZXGG7gCLcB/s640/100_4654.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-c2wcR5PNQzQ/V6UqMEpw4NI/AAAAAAAAEug/Y-_PBNwUjyQpAhFcSINzwo5lnc3CHZBTACLcB/s1600/100_4655.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-c2wcR5PNQzQ/V6UqMEpw4NI/AAAAAAAAEug/Y-_PBNwUjyQpAhFcSINzwo5lnc3CHZBTACLcB/s640/100_4655.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I used my teapot from Homegoods. It goes well with so many of my teacups.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-h0rD_43Bt4M/V6Uq4HBYrHI/AAAAAAAAEuo/nRq4dRW_6H8bNLckrfseUjuxoWoyIS9yQCLcB/s1600/100_4620.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-h0rD_43Bt4M/V6Uq4HBYrHI/AAAAAAAAEuo/nRq4dRW_6H8bNLckrfseUjuxoWoyIS9yQCLcB/s640/100_4620.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I get a lot of contentment from my flower gardens.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ob6OD7gYhUU/V6Ur9GQ9pRI/AAAAAAAAEu4/8yyshGNTqTQk2e2aFGpFpy9uBaqBrt4wACLcB/s1600/100_4639.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ob6OD7gYhUU/V6Ur9GQ9pRI/AAAAAAAAEu4/8yyshGNTqTQk2e2aFGpFpy9uBaqBrt4wACLcB/s640/100_4639.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jH4AtFyqGJQ/V6UsI8yjoDI/AAAAAAAAEu8/DOyqpu1IyPY6OdHebDG_4VKD3Ng-OOWsQCLcB/s1600/100_4640.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jH4AtFyqGJQ/V6UsI8yjoDI/AAAAAAAAEu8/DOyqpu1IyPY6OdHebDG_4VKD3Ng-OOWsQCLcB/s640/100_4640.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hIYJU_q7Iqs/V6UsUF8XFTI/AAAAAAAAEvA/O0BltZfZLpoYATDc4CT-qNI4-__JRVFgACLcB/s1600/100_4645.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hIYJU_q7Iqs/V6UsUF8XFTI/AAAAAAAAEvA/O0BltZfZLpoYATDc4CT-qNI4-__JRVFgACLcB/s640/100_4645.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
An easy menu for a impromptu tea: chicken salad sandwiches, cucumber sandwiches, cream scones, and brownies with whipped cream. Fresh strawberries and grapes, too!<br />
<br />
Thank you for stopping by this week! I hope you are enjoying the last month of summer!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideen for her lovely Tea In The Garden party.<br />
<br />
<br />Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-49329835335318968982016-07-22T21:39:00.001-04:002016-07-22T21:40:30.815-04:00Tea With Rose And Garden Rabbits Hello tea and garden friends! Last week I had tea with Rose that lives in my front yard. Today I had tea with Rose in my side yard, also named Ramblin Red. Both are Canadian Explorers that do well with our sub zero winters.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-j2tT4w6xsg8/V5K9R0dBtlI/AAAAAAAAErc/IkrWd5w63gwE6VsUY6mwZDiKFzViawl4QCLcB/s1600/100_9544.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-j2tT4w6xsg8/V5K9R0dBtlI/AAAAAAAAErc/IkrWd5w63gwE6VsUY6mwZDiKFzViawl4QCLcB/s640/100_9544.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tNCvqOTEqJI/V5K9fo9QG-I/AAAAAAAAErg/PHTxROXVIQQkVksJuMDtPlfkf0w4lmVZQCLcB/s1600/100_9553.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tNCvqOTEqJI/V5K9fo9QG-I/AAAAAAAAErg/PHTxROXVIQQkVksJuMDtPlfkf0w4lmVZQCLcB/s640/100_9553.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
As soon as I got the table set my garden rabbits came for tea. I guess they heard there was a Beatrix Potter celebration going on at Bernideen's Tea In The Garden party!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xcr2qx26zDs/V5K_ueL-TYI/AAAAAAAAEr0/pZtSE-Z-wc8YzeYm9Ag-KLPkqBsRJxnrgCLcB/s1600/100_9532.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xcr2qx26zDs/V5K_ueL-TYI/AAAAAAAAEr0/pZtSE-Z-wc8YzeYm9Ag-KLPkqBsRJxnrgCLcB/s640/100_9532.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jOeEOubrGC4/V5LAFgAz3wI/AAAAAAAAEr4/O4gyf6NtVBQuQQAqd_7_lFJYd4y399vWQCLcB/s1600/100_9548.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jOeEOubrGC4/V5LAFgAz3wI/AAAAAAAAEr4/O4gyf6NtVBQuQQAqd_7_lFJYd4y399vWQCLcB/s640/100_9548.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8bwgPJ-H2B0/V5LASCMSD1I/AAAAAAAAEr8/YHrtVvkFwA4BnT0wk35vL4ItsTkajmSiwCLcB/s1600/100_9531.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8bwgPJ-H2B0/V5LASCMSD1I/AAAAAAAAEr8/YHrtVvkFwA4BnT0wk35vL4ItsTkajmSiwCLcB/s640/100_9531.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Peter Rabbit was interested in the fairy house!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8_ORohHmpjM/V5LBIDK7UrI/AAAAAAAAEsM/cwn8EeJ-M80tM1jJjLt087i7aDeqlNHMACLcB/s1600/100_9559.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8_ORohHmpjM/V5LBIDK7UrI/AAAAAAAAEsM/cwn8EeJ-M80tM1jJjLt087i7aDeqlNHMACLcB/s640/100_9559.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BDR0yEmDqMM/V5LCFnVLhcI/AAAAAAAAEsY/mf9WLFyROOgVPARp1Qfua0Fn6VGqgzT5gCLcB/s1600/100_9537.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BDR0yEmDqMM/V5LCFnVLhcI/AAAAAAAAEsY/mf9WLFyROOgVPARp1Qfua0Fn6VGqgzT5gCLcB/s640/100_9537.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My teapot and creamer are made in Japan, and at $3.98 I couldn't resist bringing them home.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DU-4X66Jids/V5LDE_bELQI/AAAAAAAAEsk/IR7G8MF1u6MML7Pv_B3M0aTf80B_qhTVACLcB/s1600/100_9546.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DU-4X66Jids/V5LDE_bELQI/AAAAAAAAEsk/IR7G8MF1u6MML7Pv_B3M0aTf80B_qhTVACLcB/s640/100_9546.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AAkpwwA90_c/V5LDQQrsFFI/AAAAAAAAEso/18Gn9VX7Mg8ZborEH2ziDNYleuK0xOsgACLcB/s1600/100_9539.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AAkpwwA90_c/V5LDQQrsFFI/AAAAAAAAEso/18Gn9VX7Mg8ZborEH2ziDNYleuK0xOsgACLcB/s640/100_9539.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The orphan teacup and dessert plate are marked Meakin, and the saucer is marked Japan.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JnnclXzR_cc/V5LEvC7joqI/AAAAAAAAEs4/7aSKMhlpSuEBJb7ekYPTudQ9Y7Q5QABoQCLcB/s1600/100_9534.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JnnclXzR_cc/V5LEvC7joqI/AAAAAAAAEs4/7aSKMhlpSuEBJb7ekYPTudQ9Y7Q5QABoQCLcB/s640/100_9534.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IfKl2jf5Y5k/V5LE9X4LPaI/AAAAAAAAEs8/Y5l2iC4rQU0A_-NixUXdwpIIJmgJKySDACLcB/s1600/100_9540.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IfKl2jf5Y5k/V5LE9X4LPaI/AAAAAAAAEs8/Y5l2iC4rQU0A_-NixUXdwpIIJmgJKySDACLcB/s640/100_9540.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
It is a beautiful day again for tea in the garden.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wHM0YiXhXxk/V5LFWaqAG2I/AAAAAAAAEtA/Jo8HC2KYeZsexsrU-Q9xvHIMDp4xLwaygCLcB/s1600/100_9548.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wHM0YiXhXxk/V5LFWaqAG2I/AAAAAAAAEtA/Jo8HC2KYeZsexsrU-Q9xvHIMDp4xLwaygCLcB/s640/100_9548.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ButYZsIHm_Q/V5LFkTFCM7I/AAAAAAAAEtI/sAh2xP21xLktl_SlzTW8Cx_y6MpcP-qkwCLcB/s1600/100_9550.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ButYZsIHm_Q/V5LFkTFCM7I/AAAAAAAAEtI/sAh2xP21xLktl_SlzTW8Cx_y6MpcP-qkwCLcB/s640/100_9550.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-p1gJ9qaZwNc/V5LFu_3dpgI/AAAAAAAAEtM/jEdHm1B4Bb4lQoNQSg93BVOQ-NOUfTKbgCLcB/s1600/100_9551.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-p1gJ9qaZwNc/V5LFu_3dpgI/AAAAAAAAEtM/jEdHm1B4Bb4lQoNQSg93BVOQ-NOUfTKbgCLcB/s640/100_9551.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
We are still having rhubarb from the garden. Rhubarb pie a favorite!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lu3BOaQZCec/V5LGRHjod7I/AAAAAAAAEtY/nRdv2DiHLZIiYKLxBurY4iDtZsUqmBN-wCLcB/s1600/100_9560.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lu3BOaQZCec/V5LGRHjod7I/AAAAAAAAEtY/nRdv2DiHLZIiYKLxBurY4iDtZsUqmBN-wCLcB/s640/100_9560.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-08qJQArE7s0/V5LGfl65w0I/AAAAAAAAEtc/ujOKwM-Dy5MOUR0zSbtW_EikpgMSRdvwACLcB/s1600/100_9567.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-08qJQArE7s0/V5LGfl65w0I/AAAAAAAAEtc/ujOKwM-Dy5MOUR0zSbtW_EikpgMSRdvwACLcB/s640/100_9567.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-98C7xdwLSi8/V5LGuWkDNHI/AAAAAAAAEtk/bZ9umFXIiUEFTNAaYQVKyI5rSQuEz7WUgCLcB/s1600/100_9569.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-98C7xdwLSi8/V5LGuWkDNHI/AAAAAAAAEtk/bZ9umFXIiUEFTNAaYQVKyI5rSQuEz7WUgCLcB/s640/100_9569.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you for visiting me for tea in my garden and celebrating Beatrix Potter 150th anniversary! Have a wonderful weekend and next week too!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideen's Tea In The Garden, TTCG blog party, and Sandi's No Place Like Home party.<br />
<br />Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-33221292305097407692016-07-14T21:42:00.000-04:002016-07-14T21:42:11.290-04:00Tea With RoseMy climbing roses are in bloom and a perfect time for enjoying tea with my William Baffin rose. I am so glad you stopped by!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WS2rkcZiaHI/V4g0I6am-ZI/AAAAAAAAEo0/sVTbOSPj4_gQlGlcTQZrZHgko2I87AV7QCLcB/s1600/100_9373.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WS2rkcZiaHI/V4g0I6am-ZI/AAAAAAAAEo0/sVTbOSPj4_gQlGlcTQZrZHgko2I87AV7QCLcB/s640/100_9373.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wJ2B6sTZht8/V4g0Tc3BpjI/AAAAAAAAEo4/SJ5TUWLbf7Ufler6H-TbwDKRRpgI-SqzACLcB/s1600/100_9375.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wJ2B6sTZht8/V4g0Tc3BpjI/AAAAAAAAEo4/SJ5TUWLbf7Ufler6H-TbwDKRRpgI-SqzACLcB/s640/100_9375.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I have a few peonies still blooming in my garden, enough for a bouquet on the tea table.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FtGZGXLxgy4/V4g03hnSDYI/AAAAAAAAEo8/rCBSuJ3HOUEBVzHzrdWkL8WDpp59irqSwCLcB/s1600/100_9383.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FtGZGXLxgy4/V4g03hnSDYI/AAAAAAAAEo8/rCBSuJ3HOUEBVzHzrdWkL8WDpp59irqSwCLcB/s640/100_9383.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My Lefton teapot is filled with Twining's 100% Pure White Tea.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3yTG2jMrHuo/V4g1VK2o-QI/AAAAAAAAEpE/Pp0v5-CUu0U6HB4yX5DQaWNxeXVr3_JHACLcB/s1600/100_9384.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3yTG2jMrHuo/V4g1VK2o-QI/AAAAAAAAEpE/Pp0v5-CUu0U6HB4yX5DQaWNxeXVr3_JHACLcB/s640/100_9384.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I feel so lucky to have found these two Royal Albert Petit Point teacups while visiting a thrift store!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-31zo9I63zBA/V4g15zCayQI/AAAAAAAAEpQ/9zy32EeGVSE8XiiWiup6butrMdxQqu24wCLcB/s1600/100_9406.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-31zo9I63zBA/V4g15zCayQI/AAAAAAAAEpQ/9zy32EeGVSE8XiiWiup6butrMdxQqu24wCLcB/s640/100_9406.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KtPEHHhUJuk/V4g2F5TuryI/AAAAAAAAEpU/nlNx1Rx6M6ksbXvVjRunpKhopxyA1IXmwCLcB/s1600/100_9405.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KtPEHHhUJuk/V4g2F5TuryI/AAAAAAAAEpU/nlNx1Rx6M6ksbXvVjRunpKhopxyA1IXmwCLcB/s640/100_9405.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-flnCV52ZxZY/V4g2QR-4cnI/AAAAAAAAEpc/W88wfOaG9t01-iKUyfN8685sUWwe4SZkgCLcB/s1600/100_9395.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-flnCV52ZxZY/V4g2QR-4cnI/AAAAAAAAEpc/W88wfOaG9t01-iKUyfN8685sUWwe4SZkgCLcB/s640/100_9395.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I found the teacup below at a antique mall in lower Michigan, coming home from our trip this May. When I saw it I instantly thought of a tea friend who loves to garden. I will be sending it to her soon. I love the verse on the teacup "Whilst the Morning Shines Gather The Flowers". Of course the verse on the saucer is also true, especially if you garden!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QWtXDWtv_Jo/V4g4j_uvAJI/AAAAAAAAEpo/tBeX-ZiQYngaxWNvtYAB7Gh1zhuqKgleQCLcB/s1600/100_9376.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QWtXDWtv_Jo/V4g4j_uvAJI/AAAAAAAAEpo/tBeX-ZiQYngaxWNvtYAB7Gh1zhuqKgleQCLcB/s640/100_9376.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q9_HzzSmQao/V4g4xdZamOI/AAAAAAAAEps/3MLTZkWzESYsPEJ5Ak5D_8pe1_1qz_3agCLcB/s1600/100_9381.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q9_HzzSmQao/V4g4xdZamOI/AAAAAAAAEps/3MLTZkWzESYsPEJ5Ak5D_8pe1_1qz_3agCLcB/s640/100_9381.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I still like to send and receive hand written notes. Today is a good day to send one off to a friend.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tdx3TojUX-4/V4g5PXFCiuI/AAAAAAAAEpw/te_ROL9prRUpGEX78FNU06itBRp38-0qwCLcB/s1600/100_9386.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tdx3TojUX-4/V4g5PXFCiuI/AAAAAAAAEpw/te_ROL9prRUpGEX78FNU06itBRp38-0qwCLcB/s640/100_9386.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bWjeVjionA8/V4g5ZhosgrI/AAAAAAAAEp4/6pvPRGXqNksE3SfJ0E8a8NLLzNpo8JkTgCLcB/s1600/100_9387.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bWjeVjionA8/V4g5ZhosgrI/AAAAAAAAEp4/6pvPRGXqNksE3SfJ0E8a8NLLzNpo8JkTgCLcB/s640/100_9387.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kt4K4CUbqPQ/V4g5jGpO0BI/AAAAAAAAEp8/tAqeUdepD8UktvzsNkBDflIVD_wjc8vBwCLcB/s1600/100_9405.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kt4K4CUbqPQ/V4g5jGpO0BI/AAAAAAAAEp8/tAqeUdepD8UktvzsNkBDflIVD_wjc8vBwCLcB/s640/100_9405.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A view of my front porch and out to my front yard.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OmGaGUpk_Xc/V4g54NWAJaI/AAAAAAAAEqI/Sjb5vPyiazQ--W-C2IcRt4oEVzbREuPMACLcB/s1600/100_9396.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OmGaGUpk_Xc/V4g54NWAJaI/AAAAAAAAEqI/Sjb5vPyiazQ--W-C2IcRt4oEVzbREuPMACLcB/s640/100_9396.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-p6sLMsKwSmw/V4g6CkBg-BI/AAAAAAAAEqM/KCy3CchWkAEXmSHjER1E1Y6r-4TSijM6QCLcB/s1600/100_9399.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-p6sLMsKwSmw/V4g6CkBg-BI/AAAAAAAAEqM/KCy3CchWkAEXmSHjER1E1Y6r-4TSijM6QCLcB/s640/100_9399.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Hoping you are enjoying lovely summer weather! Ours is so fickle, yesterday it was 90 degrees and today down to 65 degrees!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_hM1KeUYvNY/V4g6mIku5VI/AAAAAAAAEqU/w6mmFMi_h4o7-htDOqLsDIZPg0ch81OEgCLcB/s1600/100_9388.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_hM1KeUYvNY/V4g6mIku5VI/AAAAAAAAEqU/w6mmFMi_h4o7-htDOqLsDIZPg0ch81OEgCLcB/s640/100_9388.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fHntFRAGF0M/V4g6xNilgDI/AAAAAAAAEqY/mJB5KwuP5fQHmSUm2thus2OxHXGBPd98ACLcB/s1600/100_9389.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fHntFRAGF0M/V4g6xNilgDI/AAAAAAAAEqY/mJB5KwuP5fQHmSUm2thus2OxHXGBPd98ACLcB/s640/100_9389.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H_MI2Ko3dGo/V4g7AJwVI3I/AAAAAAAAEqc/dTF6y8KTZSMLGj8QBisfCXCAd5fHZ1klQCLcB/s1600/100_9400.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H_MI2Ko3dGo/V4g7AJwVI3I/AAAAAAAAEqc/dTF6y8KTZSMLGj8QBisfCXCAd5fHZ1klQCLcB/s640/100_9400.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-b_Ara8USo_4/V4g7MqATJWI/AAAAAAAAEqk/nJ62gykgwhE5kM7vH6Vq59WlK8h5jB8ggCLcB/s1600/100_9404.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-b_Ara8USo_4/V4g7MqATJWI/AAAAAAAAEqk/nJ62gykgwhE5kM7vH6Vq59WlK8h5jB8ggCLcB/s640/100_9404.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
Thank you again for visiting!<br />
<br />
I will be joining the following parties this week: Tea In The Garden, No Place Like Home, Bernideen's TTCG Party, Tuesday Cuppa Tea, and Teacup Tuesday.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-77895216787007265252016-06-30T15:48:00.000-04:002016-06-30T15:55:44.106-04:00Tea With VioletActually tea with my violet dishes, but Queen Gilliflower has made her home in my garden and I thought we would have tea with her also!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ByBqqCYDts4/V3VyQRyXBUI/AAAAAAAAEmo/f4gx8miBtqkjzFAxNXSwOnz4Uj1hc2p1gCLcB/s1600/100_9349.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ByBqqCYDts4/V3VyQRyXBUI/AAAAAAAAEmo/f4gx8miBtqkjzFAxNXSwOnz4Uj1hc2p1gCLcB/s640/100_9349.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-u2o2b3Dy8hw/V3VybOQmnOI/AAAAAAAAEms/fVd1X1SfXS0quPYkPexrvs_d94NCtRjuwCLcB/s1600/100_9367.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-u2o2b3Dy8hw/V3VybOQmnOI/AAAAAAAAEms/fVd1X1SfXS0quPYkPexrvs_d94NCtRjuwCLcB/s640/100_9367.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My violet teapot was the first teapot I purchased new way back in the 80's. The two matching teacups are marked Japan and the little beauty of a teacup is a Queen's Rosina named Violets.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4TmWSPftId8/V3VzODGn80I/AAAAAAAAEm4/Yd-5VTa0LdkbHv7TJXYNY-l3SVaOSVgVACLcB/s1600/100_9354.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4TmWSPftId8/V3VzODGn80I/AAAAAAAAEm4/Yd-5VTa0LdkbHv7TJXYNY-l3SVaOSVgVACLcB/s640/100_9354.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sbPLfvttgnQ/V3Vzcndyi4I/AAAAAAAAEm8/B0Na7pqkwUgp1v6ILYsFd2QfQ0uYpUuMQCLcB/s1600/100_9356.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sbPLfvttgnQ/V3Vzcndyi4I/AAAAAAAAEm8/B0Na7pqkwUgp1v6ILYsFd2QfQ0uYpUuMQCLcB/s640/100_9356.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XSkRKP9WHQI/V3Vznc81iyI/AAAAAAAAEnE/NI0FSFvSmi8BIiog-UITyQDb1o5yMKJIgCLcB/s1600/100_9355.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XSkRKP9WHQI/V3Vznc81iyI/AAAAAAAAEnE/NI0FSFvSmi8BIiog-UITyQDb1o5yMKJIgCLcB/s640/100_9355.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
It is early morning here with a nice cool breeze. Perfect for a cup of Clipper Wild Berry Herbal Tea near the flowers. I am so glad you could join me!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-prUJarOwvzA/V3V0k-EwZCI/AAAAAAAAEnQ/gy-Rw5PF-oY15gSplcNdczYyWJ1UFvWNQCLcB/s1600/100_9368.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-prUJarOwvzA/V3V0k-EwZCI/AAAAAAAAEnQ/gy-Rw5PF-oY15gSplcNdczYyWJ1UFvWNQCLcB/s640/100_9368.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d05y5B_2Mu8/V3V0upb9-XI/AAAAAAAAEnU/CysMNEuZ6EUC07Pb9TTzc2tmS9piMCnygCLcB/s1600/100_9350.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d05y5B_2Mu8/V3V0upb9-XI/AAAAAAAAEnU/CysMNEuZ6EUC07Pb9TTzc2tmS9piMCnygCLcB/s640/100_9350.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FiCldomCSXQ/V3V09ho26yI/AAAAAAAAEnc/JR3mFiROHvU156xiqaTNrSPS0etNvyhyQCLcB/s1600/100_9358.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FiCldomCSXQ/V3V09ho26yI/AAAAAAAAEnc/JR3mFiROHvU156xiqaTNrSPS0etNvyhyQCLcB/s640/100_9358.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Dxbrh3d4vV0/V3V1KKDyYCI/AAAAAAAAEng/HqPQ379ZR-MFgrDsBShifTS_-QR_DIdtgCLcB/s1600/100_9363.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Dxbrh3d4vV0/V3V1KKDyYCI/AAAAAAAAEng/HqPQ379ZR-MFgrDsBShifTS_-QR_DIdtgCLcB/s640/100_9363.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IgrUJ1RP7Os/V3V1VtRWhuI/AAAAAAAAEnk/SIgZDc_X-EU7B159DjlLVZ8e6PCHGbqGwCLcB/s1600/100_9367.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IgrUJ1RP7Os/V3V1VtRWhuI/AAAAAAAAEnk/SIgZDc_X-EU7B159DjlLVZ8e6PCHGbqGwCLcB/s640/100_9367.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yET_ekRIvj4/V3V4w-A4zBI/AAAAAAAAEn8/mxgcuEnO4pUhcrX9zJF5SKna80helu-qwCLcB/s1600/100_9370.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yET_ekRIvj4/V3V4w-A4zBI/AAAAAAAAEn8/mxgcuEnO4pUhcrX9zJF5SKna80helu-qwCLcB/s640/100_9370.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ldtqFc3xrBQ/V3V47q7m8rI/AAAAAAAAEoA/EGRyZ0Fn3acYJYeFDmNNlrn2htugPsIHACLcB/s1600/100_9371.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ldtqFc3xrBQ/V3V47q7m8rI/AAAAAAAAEoA/EGRyZ0Fn3acYJYeFDmNNlrn2htugPsIHACLcB/s640/100_9371.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oAhlNEgy2V0/V3V5GBaANoI/AAAAAAAAEoE/8__TxW11SpE4jRS335evFBRsSO6CE4eKACLcB/s1600/100_9372.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oAhlNEgy2V0/V3V5GBaANoI/AAAAAAAAEoE/8__TxW11SpE4jRS335evFBRsSO6CE4eKACLcB/s640/100_9372.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for visiting! Have a lovely week!<br />
<br />
I will be joining the following parties this week: Bernideen's Tea In The Garden and BTTCG, No Place Like Home, Tuesday Cuppa Tea, and Teacup Tuesday.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-60388466593599546252016-06-10T15:34:00.002-04:002016-06-10T15:34:44.294-04:00Lilac TimeIt is lilac time here in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and while we were at the farm cottage I set up a little tea in front of our bank of purple lilacs to share with you.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Kh-oghLRkc4/V1sNhZCigoI/AAAAAAAAEjs/fjq2Cg1fzb8KV-x1Ti2nnKNdADVmlsn0QCLcB/s1600/100_9279.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Kh-oghLRkc4/V1sNhZCigoI/AAAAAAAAEjs/fjq2Cg1fzb8KV-x1Ti2nnKNdADVmlsn0QCLcB/s640/100_9279.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bLOvs2vpuAk/V1sNwpFhZcI/AAAAAAAAEj0/xuDimUw4ERwAjwdNkeESJKZW40-uNEGdwCLcB/s1600/100_9275.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bLOvs2vpuAk/V1sNwpFhZcI/AAAAAAAAEj0/xuDimUw4ERwAjwdNkeESJKZW40-uNEGdwCLcB/s640/100_9275.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
My dear daughter-in-law gave me the cute tea cart recently and I found the tea set at a thrift store a while ago.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LNXZKHG_nVc/V1sOTEoTxEI/AAAAAAAAEkA/qlyEJsgYLoka8HQ_JLjFZj_3wouk8gRuwCLcB/s1600/100_9271.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LNXZKHG_nVc/V1sOTEoTxEI/AAAAAAAAEkA/qlyEJsgYLoka8HQ_JLjFZj_3wouk8gRuwCLcB/s640/100_9271.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The tea set is marked Japan. I need to scale down on my tea pretties and told myself to only buy made in England china, but I couldn't resist the set for only $5.99!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bnvNoZBRK6k/V1sPIFMDkOI/AAAAAAAAEkM/mFXXepm7MbgTjFJSZfoyw7ZMJeuvjX3lwCLcB/s1600/100_9272.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bnvNoZBRK6k/V1sPIFMDkOI/AAAAAAAAEkM/mFXXepm7MbgTjFJSZfoyw7ZMJeuvjX3lwCLcB/s640/100_9272.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I love the tiny raised flowers on the teapot, along with the pretty birds. I thought they might be blue birds, but my hubby says they are swallows! What do you think?<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QCpu-acNBBg/V1sPpwo_1dI/AAAAAAAAEkY/WUX-FJV0hB09dhv3va65YyfvMDlcBNy1ACLcB/s1600/100_9285.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QCpu-acNBBg/V1sPpwo_1dI/AAAAAAAAEkY/WUX-FJV0hB09dhv3va65YyfvMDlcBNy1ACLcB/s640/100_9285.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rXOa_d8E1VY/V1sP12F-YHI/AAAAAAAAEkg/lOC5w9Mst-AfEeh6AtZ3BYGqgYq9J0S_QCLcB/s1600/100_9284.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rXOa_d8E1VY/V1sP12F-YHI/AAAAAAAAEkg/lOC5w9Mst-AfEeh6AtZ3BYGqgYq9J0S_QCLcB/s640/100_9284.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Lots of lilacs again this year! Plenty to give away and keep in the cottage for their beauty and fragrance.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WOHaqSLSIFo/V1sQdEf347I/AAAAAAAAEkw/3StuDpaSNsYKVIL-ugYOlRRmxE0dsHmzACLcB/s1600/100_9277.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WOHaqSLSIFo/V1sQdEf347I/AAAAAAAAEkw/3StuDpaSNsYKVIL-ugYOlRRmxE0dsHmzACLcB/s640/100_9277.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
There are three different designs on the teacups. I love the patterns!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4mIkwSyr5x0/V1sRNGnWHLI/AAAAAAAAEk8/z0LgyrkdxLQMq95TRX6beGA7W3h2WrncwCLcB/s1600/100_9263.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4mIkwSyr5x0/V1sRNGnWHLI/AAAAAAAAEk8/z0LgyrkdxLQMq95TRX6beGA7W3h2WrncwCLcB/s640/100_9263.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EmuIIcCK_Gw/V1sRXmDnUrI/AAAAAAAAElE/RgH9badIC1Uip8YP1eQYnhxsJLzynDlpQCLcB/s1600/100_9262.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EmuIIcCK_Gw/V1sRXmDnUrI/AAAAAAAAElE/RgH9badIC1Uip8YP1eQYnhxsJLzynDlpQCLcB/s640/100_9262.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_55JF_yXinA/V1sRhqHUH8I/AAAAAAAAElI/zL0FjT61z8QLIh5yUl3dreZ1BKO1xYPmACLcB/s1600/100_9265.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_55JF_yXinA/V1sRhqHUH8I/AAAAAAAAElI/zL0FjT61z8QLIh5yUl3dreZ1BKO1xYPmACLcB/s640/100_9265.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for stopping by! Hoping you have a wonderful month of June!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JvMBnM5Rtg0/V1sSBDbSsRI/AAAAAAAAElY/ISmMHU5p7jsmNh3QRRDtYroj9DFN70wXACLcB/s1600/100_9281.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JvMBnM5Rtg0/V1sSBDbSsRI/AAAAAAAAElY/ISmMHU5p7jsmNh3QRRDtYroj9DFN70wXACLcB/s640/100_9281.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WAfvZSGeIrM/V1sSN6ieMbI/AAAAAAAAElk/WgBxQ9zXdJYz0LmuaIVwKw3KsCzSjlRxwCLcB/s1600/100_9274.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WAfvZSGeIrM/V1sSN6ieMbI/AAAAAAAAElk/WgBxQ9zXdJYz0LmuaIVwKw3KsCzSjlRxwCLcB/s640/100_9274.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideen for her 100th Tea In The Garden Party. Congratulations Bernideen! I always enjoy her beautiful outdoor tea settings!<br />
<br />
I also will be joining these lovely parties: No Place Like Home, Tuesday Cuppa Tea, and Teacup Tuesday.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-14052664303645075292016-05-26T22:05:00.000-04:002016-05-26T22:05:41.473-04:00May Tea TimeWelcome to my May tea in the garden! We returned from our trip to beautiful Kentucky and found our yard in bloom with Daffodils. What a welcome home after a long winter! <br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YQngOiRt0Hs/V0eiyHXxehI/AAAAAAAAEhQ/MbBOmvCw7QkCPnh7MxUkSScZn5YfkYGLACLcB/s1600/100_9234.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YQngOiRt0Hs/V0eiyHXxehI/AAAAAAAAEhQ/MbBOmvCw7QkCPnh7MxUkSScZn5YfkYGLACLcB/s640/100_9234.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
During our trip we stopped at several antique malls and I found a few treasures! The first was a teacup with bluebirds, and then later the tablecloth embroidered with bluebirds on the corners, and lastly a tea towel stamped with a pretty bluebird. I never planned the bluebird theme, funny how things happen like that!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AbUlwi0wBz0/V0ekiuO3oRI/AAAAAAAAEhc/ofsaUa1H780rCo02PTaSdYWgKgFFd1w0QCLcB/s1600/100_9215.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AbUlwi0wBz0/V0ekiuO3oRI/AAAAAAAAEhc/ofsaUa1H780rCo02PTaSdYWgKgFFd1w0QCLcB/s640/100_9215.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
The sweet teacup is a Coalport, made in England. The cup and saucer were taped together and I was pleasantly surprise to find out after I bought it for only $5.00 that it was a Coalport!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ONlWZfBGhHc/V0el7mAhwsI/AAAAAAAAEho/fn3o0Wf26C0p3f2QRhm-yxMjcLyOMs5pwCLcB/s1600/100_9218.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ONlWZfBGhHc/V0el7mAhwsI/AAAAAAAAEho/fn3o0Wf26C0p3f2QRhm-yxMjcLyOMs5pwCLcB/s640/100_9218.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RR8HM3NuJ3A/V0emLUmBFRI/AAAAAAAAEhs/N6yJ-CBIM4EjW9tjv1jUXIhDPn5c2tlsgCLcB/s1600/100_9219.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RR8HM3NuJ3A/V0emLUmBFRI/AAAAAAAAEhs/N6yJ-CBIM4EjW9tjv1jUXIhDPn5c2tlsgCLcB/s640/100_9219.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k9bHrIClbs0/V0emr5HAZWI/AAAAAAAAEh0/GvleXbvlA70zNA55NRMyjqNIahszzmKiwCLcB/s1600/100_9240.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k9bHrIClbs0/V0emr5HAZWI/AAAAAAAAEh0/GvleXbvlA70zNA55NRMyjqNIahszzmKiwCLcB/s640/100_9240.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Mc6McqRojCE/V0em6fM3vkI/AAAAAAAAEh8/dM-GOfnbW-I1bYZFsjQoTsv003LqrwYywCLcB/s1600/100_9241.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Mc6McqRojCE/V0em6fM3vkI/AAAAAAAAEh8/dM-GOfnbW-I1bYZFsjQoTsv003LqrwYywCLcB/s640/100_9241.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I also found this pretty table runner on my trip.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4Rb45zE-S7U/V0enZrbmSkI/AAAAAAAAEiE/ug2xGQG4piw5yrqV_I4dYIlzPdGKUKFtQCLcB/s1600/100_9222.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4Rb45zE-S7U/V0enZrbmSkI/AAAAAAAAEiE/ug2xGQG4piw5yrqV_I4dYIlzPdGKUKFtQCLcB/s640/100_9222.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SCQqkTbGU-0/V0enmC9zfMI/AAAAAAAAEiM/4vyt9llTvI4z7XM-iNWLtsIUzuXus5wmACLcB/s1600/100_9235.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SCQqkTbGU-0/V0enmC9zfMI/AAAAAAAAEiM/4vyt9llTvI4z7XM-iNWLtsIUzuXus5wmACLcB/s640/100_9235.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I have a white farmer sink in my kitchen and this towel looks so pretty hanging over it.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eU112IkxvCA/V0eodCNhADI/AAAAAAAAEiY/iuEWSg9bnogKNkedQW449S5rjRVPhjJKwCLcB/s1600/100_9223.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eU112IkxvCA/V0eodCNhADI/AAAAAAAAEiY/iuEWSg9bnogKNkedQW449S5rjRVPhjJKwCLcB/s640/100_9223.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xppWxIkC08Y/V0eoqNuvBsI/AAAAAAAAEic/f5IDyXZEyukwv55wpCexRN3A0h8kCeD-QCLcB/s1600/100_9245.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xppWxIkC08Y/V0eoqNuvBsI/AAAAAAAAEic/f5IDyXZEyukwv55wpCexRN3A0h8kCeD-QCLcB/s640/100_9245.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
A couple cups of Cambridge and Thames green tea and than I need to tidy my flower beds!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UqN7Av6n_6c/V0epSakkGhI/AAAAAAAAEio/nCKxxJL7ZSMihn5GiJdBVpj6IbdMDeUkACLcB/s1600/100_9243.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UqN7Av6n_6c/V0epSakkGhI/AAAAAAAAEio/nCKxxJL7ZSMihn5GiJdBVpj6IbdMDeUkACLcB/s640/100_9243.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CNDOrCMtbqg/V0epdqGKlKI/AAAAAAAAEiw/xleS5EsLw8MN_jUhy3l3Fi5O8YEbUJQ6ACLcB/s1600/100_9244.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CNDOrCMtbqg/V0epdqGKlKI/AAAAAAAAEiw/xleS5EsLw8MN_jUhy3l3Fi5O8YEbUJQ6ACLcB/s640/100_9244.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for visiting! Wishing you a wonderful week!<br />
<br />
I will be joining the following parties: Bernideen's Tea In The Garden, No Place Like Home, Tuesday Cuppa Tea, Teacup Tuesday, and A Garden Party. Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8241827895550412506.post-42352714596687321022016-04-29T14:21:00.000-04:002016-04-29T14:21:10.918-04:00April Tea TimeWelcome friends, it is just about the end of April and we sure haven't have very warm weather! Yesterday morning it was 40 degrees and I took my mug of coffee out on the deck to sip and survey the yard. <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M8MuBISX5yU/VyOWjguZl8I/AAAAAAAAEdw/MEBaNtMPJSU8ENNq53Z-IFJvaiAre7opACLcB/s1600/100_9145.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M8MuBISX5yU/VyOWjguZl8I/AAAAAAAAEdw/MEBaNtMPJSU8ENNq53Z-IFJvaiAre7opACLcB/s640/100_9145.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
This mug says it all for the area we live in! <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TSB5peGD73I/VyOW1rTXqeI/AAAAAAAAEeA/g48HbQboox8ijSGiLywZtr-4pZIQySNzACKgB/s1600/100_9140.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TSB5peGD73I/VyOW1rTXqeI/AAAAAAAAEeA/g48HbQboox8ijSGiLywZtr-4pZIQySNzACKgB/s640/100_9140.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Later in the afternoon the sun was out and temperatures risen to 50 degree! So I braved it and had my first outdoor tea on the deck for this year! Now I can join Bernideen for her first "Tea In The Garden" at her lovely new home!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BQlz5qDRkzE/VyObB4l7EKI/AAAAAAAAEeE/vpCUOXV46m4pyfIPQBB-TdMXswL-bhGmACLcB/s1600/100_9147.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BQlz5qDRkzE/VyObB4l7EKI/AAAAAAAAEeE/vpCUOXV46m4pyfIPQBB-TdMXswL-bhGmACLcB/s640/100_9147.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I am using this sweet trio with matching sugar bowl I recently found at a thrift shop. I love the soft aqua blue color. It is made in the USA and stamped English Abbey. I have a set of the pink in the same pattern and was surprised to know they made this color also!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wYSumbdH7Xo/VyOce5fpB7I/AAAAAAAAEeQ/HAhwswBADgAhNXGpcEMm3UkZa6Ioq0eagCLcB/s1600/100_9154.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wYSumbdH7Xo/VyOce5fpB7I/AAAAAAAAEeQ/HAhwswBADgAhNXGpcEMm3UkZa6Ioq0eagCLcB/s640/100_9154.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eoKYTfesDYo/VyOc3CE7J3I/AAAAAAAAEeU/aM5D1UJFGBIOXH2pDfvjhP3eXvmqakJNwCLcB/s1600/100_9149.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eoKYTfesDYo/VyOc3CE7J3I/AAAAAAAAEeU/aM5D1UJFGBIOXH2pDfvjhP3eXvmqakJNwCLcB/s640/100_9149.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WZDsnb_1zD8/VyOdGDCN8QI/AAAAAAAAEeY/clT9kMePsFAkEKWUyM-RT69X9lDh0k1iACLcB/s1600/100_9148.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WZDsnb_1zD8/VyOdGDCN8QI/AAAAAAAAEeY/clT9kMePsFAkEKWUyM-RT69X9lDh0k1iACLcB/s640/100_9148.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-O9mtv14N7R4/VyOdWo2Y6kI/AAAAAAAAEeg/yhu8DbxGftwUQxG0RT00y6mqlK1dyj-pgCLcB/s1600/100_9150.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-O9mtv14N7R4/VyOdWo2Y6kI/AAAAAAAAEeg/yhu8DbxGftwUQxG0RT00y6mqlK1dyj-pgCLcB/s640/100_9150.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I found the darling fairy house this spring and Mr. Bunny came by to check it out!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G8OlxnWwLrw/VyOdr9IwImI/AAAAAAAAEeo/WTh3P7yJhecQxNJibhDZF4JhpSR-8EvOQCLcB/s1600/100_9151.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G8OlxnWwLrw/VyOdr9IwImI/AAAAAAAAEeo/WTh3P7yJhecQxNJibhDZF4JhpSR-8EvOQCLcB/s640/100_9151.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VfNz3IYVdBk/VyOd_z6JOEI/AAAAAAAAEew/o7afyz76FN0G9qBX8-uG6okDv8sD2qPXwCLcB/s1600/100_9154.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VfNz3IYVdBk/VyOd_z6JOEI/AAAAAAAAEew/o7afyz76FN0G9qBX8-uG6okDv8sD2qPXwCLcB/s640/100_9154.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xohdFCkyDrw/VyOeJNARJ0I/AAAAAAAAEe4/6Sn5pbXZbpw6ZnygWgI3t0KbbllnQlLSgCLcB/s1600/100_9175.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xohdFCkyDrw/VyOeJNARJ0I/AAAAAAAAEe4/6Sn5pbXZbpw6ZnygWgI3t0KbbllnQlLSgCLcB/s640/100_9175.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I received this tin of black tea at Christmas. The tin is a keeper for me!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bH_PkL-inaQ/VyOede8kMxI/AAAAAAAAEfA/c-iG1BbyjWgzrWSv2lFXgRuG35jNwTefwCLcB/s1600/100_9152.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bH_PkL-inaQ/VyOede8kMxI/AAAAAAAAEfA/c-iG1BbyjWgzrWSv2lFXgRuG35jNwTefwCLcB/s640/100_9152.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-y_yfgG940mw/VyOemJWk2iI/AAAAAAAAEfI/KyaDgRPRd0YECAsgTbGY9mafLx-M-R56gCLcB/s1600/100_9153.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-y_yfgG940mw/VyOemJWk2iI/AAAAAAAAEfI/KyaDgRPRd0YECAsgTbGY9mafLx-M-R56gCLcB/s640/100_9153.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<br />
<br />
Snickerdoodle cookies for tea!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-usIhM-8byt4/VyOe_1ItgiI/AAAAAAAAEfQ/XEEPcc0c9poFSp8199sMdbss91RUVO2cgCLcB/s1600/100_9158.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-usIhM-8byt4/VyOe_1ItgiI/AAAAAAAAEfQ/XEEPcc0c9poFSp8199sMdbss91RUVO2cgCLcB/s640/100_9158.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-23VOtmdFSwY/VyOfKbIBKHI/AAAAAAAAEfY/WlitHxbReZIALyVxk-uRv2xXiEavF2j-ACLcB/s1600/100_9161.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-23VOtmdFSwY/VyOfKbIBKHI/AAAAAAAAEfY/WlitHxbReZIALyVxk-uRv2xXiEavF2j-ACLcB/s640/100_9161.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dGTB8DbajA0/VyOfT8LKYYI/AAAAAAAAEfc/boP6hf42kDodrXu8x2Z-zSFBMbc4RJADwCLcB/s1600/100_9159.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dGTB8DbajA0/VyOfT8LKYYI/AAAAAAAAEfc/boP6hf42kDodrXu8x2Z-zSFBMbc4RJADwCLcB/s640/100_9159.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
Last summer I found this dolly at a thrift store. It is a "Wimsey" doll, popular in the 60"s. I think she is cute in her own way!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RCCpv3U1Yyo/VyOgNKlozPI/AAAAAAAAEfo/Iemk2rHZZrY4NETJBt07kiX4pdDXh65SQCLcB/s1600/100_9163.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RCCpv3U1Yyo/VyOgNKlozPI/AAAAAAAAEfo/Iemk2rHZZrY4NETJBt07kiX4pdDXh65SQCLcB/s640/100_9163.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-TwQ7K5rwvdE/VyOgW1a-HTI/AAAAAAAAEfs/6BQd_6Zb8eY8wmmagLz2Yp88Rq6CTLFPACLcB/s1600/100_9174.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-TwQ7K5rwvdE/VyOgW1a-HTI/AAAAAAAAEfs/6BQd_6Zb8eY8wmmagLz2Yp88Rq6CTLFPACLcB/s640/100_9174.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I love this pillow my sister gave me last year for my birthday. It reminds me of my precious angel daughter. Even looks like her when she was little.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6tgHZXmD9Co/VyOhY3NI4RI/AAAAAAAAEf8/tOY8gqhGFMEbbWfgv2fTfIO3oD6HcaYAACLcB/s1600/100_9162.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6tgHZXmD9Co/VyOhY3NI4RI/AAAAAAAAEf8/tOY8gqhGFMEbbWfgv2fTfIO3oD6HcaYAACLcB/s640/100_9162.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AhWmKRHpUqQ/VyOhjdHyT_I/AAAAAAAAEgA/GHPeRI6pkpU9_m2ZwSVjcFeiF0bUW0-UwCLcB/s1600/100_9173.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AhWmKRHpUqQ/VyOhjdHyT_I/AAAAAAAAEgA/GHPeRI6pkpU9_m2ZwSVjcFeiF0bUW0-UwCLcB/s640/100_9173.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
As you can see, no flowers in sight. If only we could get some warm weather, the daffodils are just waiting to bloom!<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--NfX51jJWPw/VyOiITYHs4I/AAAAAAAAEgI/wHz_VYcHxr0mpELs5ttXlJmoVNZsjFppgCLcB/s1600/100_9181.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--NfX51jJWPw/VyOiITYHs4I/AAAAAAAAEgI/wHz_VYcHxr0mpELs5ttXlJmoVNZsjFppgCLcB/s640/100_9181.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Bj4iulWpDBY/VyOiV0LEoEI/AAAAAAAAEgM/7lC4q-8gexU4OXEqOoZ5ylGVsqhcrHfBgCLcB/s1600/100_9180.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Bj4iulWpDBY/VyOiV0LEoEI/AAAAAAAAEgM/7lC4q-8gexU4OXEqOoZ5ylGVsqhcrHfBgCLcB/s640/100_9180.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
Next week we are going to Kentucky to Renfro Valley for a couple of weeks. Hubby likes the concerts and I will be liking the warm spring weather! Hope I can find a tea room, too!<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for visiting! Hope your spring weather is warmer than ours!<br />
<br />
I will be joining Bernideens "Tea In The Garden" today.Two Cottages And Teahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13902238394750821359noreply@blogger.com9