The invitations were delivered, one by one...
I watched from behind the bushes with excitement as ribbons were un-tied, envelopes opened, and smiles appeared on each recipients' face. Yes! They would attend!
"Attend what", you ask.
It's that most wonderful event that comes once a year!
It is a Mad Tea Party that all began by Vanessa dear! I will provide you with her link at the end of this post!
For now I must dash. We must not be late!!!!
I dig deep into my trunks for the finer treasures that I store-
My china, my fancy linens, hats, and bags.
Ah ha!
There it is!
My tea party purse!!!
How do I look? Aren't the feathers just grand?
Off to another trunk I go. It's the trunk that holds my tea sets...
And a bit of magic too. Shhhhhh.
I reach for each piece and dust them off clean.
After draping the table with a crisp table cloth, I begin setting each place for each special guest.
Oh my, oh my...
I look at the clock.
I have run out of time and desperately need help!
Hmmmm.
It never fails me, when I'm in a pinch.
My magical wand...
Just watch this!
I wave it around and say a few words.
Wa la!
We now have a true tea party with fluffy, pink cakes...
And cups filled with hot tea, ready for sipping!
Have you tried this one?
It's a dreamy delight!
I have saved the very best tea for you!
Filled with blessings and love...
And may all of your dreams come true!
Hurry, hurry!
Drink it up!
I want to thank you for dropping by!
I love how the blogging community comes together for fun and creativity!
A big, big thank you to the charming Vanessa, who hosts this event each year...
This being the 6th!!!!
You can visit Vanessa right here.
Be sure and view the right side of her web page for a list of all Mad Tea Party participants.
Grab a cup of tea...
Or two,
Click on each participant's link to "blog hop" from one fabulous tea party to the next!
I plan to sit down and visit each one...
But for now I must go.
There's a knock at the door and my guests have arrived!
Gorgeous photography! Loved it! Thanks! Blessings, Amy
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DeleteSuch a fun tea party! I hope you don't mind but I've helped myself to a cupcake yum!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for having me, and happy Mad Tea Party!
Please do come visit my 2 interwoven fairytale inspired stories-
1. The White Queen as she prepares her Mad Tea Party for her eleven dancing sisters in:
http://idlebakes.blogspot.co.uk/2013/07/a-mad-tea-party-for-twelve-dancing.html
2. The dancing princesses dancing their way all over the land to reach her Mad Tea Party:
http://kikiandthegypsy.blogspot.co.uk/2013/07/the-twelve-dancing-princesses-make.html
I'm looking forward to serving you a home made rose macaron or two at my tea party!
Beautiful and delicious party!
ReplyDeleteThis is mine: http://msmisantropia.blogspot.se/2013/07/its-mad-tea-party-giveaway.html
Bonjour and Mad Tea Party Greetings. Fluffy Pink Cakes AND Coconut Rum Tea? Now this is my kind of shindig. Thank you for sharing your fabulous soiree! Merry Unbirthday and wishes for unfailing muchness!
ReplyDeleteOhhh...it´s a nice Mad Tea Party...thanks for being a part of it.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice day
Hugs
Kerstin from Germany
http://cobblestone-prims.blogspot.de/2013/07/happy-un-birthday.html
Thank you for including me. If you leave the table set for Miss Beverly's Pink Saturday party perhaps you can convince a few of those guest to help you tidy up after! (Always looking for an easy way out, I am.)
ReplyDeleteFantastic tea party! I LOVE your tea cups! (I'm a collector myself!) Beautiful. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteOh please stop by for a spot over here!
http://niffy.ca/mad-tea-party-2013/
Rum and pink cupcakes? Fab! Love your photos. Great party.
ReplyDeletehttp://thedesigningfairy.com/2013/07/13/mad-tea-party/
Oh yummy! Lovely!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous tea set! And coconut rum tea? yes please!
ReplyDeleteFabulous party, thank you for sharing!
Please do stop by my party as well, but beware the Jaberwock is lurking about!
~Shauna
http://shaunahenryart.blogspot.com/2013/07/a-mad-tea-party.html
What a lovely tea party and pretty table. Thank you for the magical cup of tea. I can feel my dreams expanding!
ReplyDeleteSwing by my party post. I have some party favors for everyone and a chance to win a prize. I think you'll enjoy the music in my little video. Check it out.
Enjoy visiting all of the parties!
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Kathryn - Collage Diva
http://collagediva.typepad.com/collagediva/2013/07/madteaparty2013.html
You are sooo wonderfully lovely!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for being a part of the Mad Tea Party ♥
Thank you so much, Vanessa!!! I hope that you continue to host the Mad Tea Parties... And, continue to share your talents with the world!!!! Xo
DeleteMissy
Thank you for a wonderful tea party! Don't you love magic wands? I don't know what I'd do without mine. :-)
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I have enjoyed your wonderful tea party!
ReplyDeletehttp://daylily777-myenchantedhome.blogspot.com/2013/07/mad-tea-party-2013.html
Such a lovely and magical mad tea party! Delicious cupcakes piled with frosting are so yummy. I wish I had a wand that could make treats appear. Happy Partying! ~Michelle
ReplyDeleteCoconut Rum tea and cakes! Delicious! Thank you for hosting such a beautifully appointed tea, Simply lovely! :-)
ReplyDelete~ Deb
"Filled with blessings"--yeas this post is! Love the feeling you have created here. I can almost smell that amazing looking tea!
ReplyDeleteThe best macro photography!
ReplyDeleteVisiting from the Mad Tea Party.
Here is my post
http://thriftshopcommando.blogspot.com/2013/07/mad-tea-party-and-barbie-fashion-show.html
A sweet Tea party. Your magical wand is pretty, I need one myself.
ReplyDeleteThank you for such great photographs and a nice tea. Please come visit at: www.theplayoflightandshadow.com.
ReplyDelete:D Your photography is stunning. I enjoyed your party, and the coconut rum tea is delightful! Thanks for having me!
ReplyDeleteHappy Mad Tea Party Day!
Please visit my party!
xo,
Ricki Jill
http://ricki-treleaven.blogspot.com
LOVE the photos! Your tea pot is unique and the tea sounds yummy. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeletehttp://butterflyandbungalow.blogspot.com/2013/07/were-late-mad-hatter-party.html
A fabulous party, thank you so much for inviting me :)
ReplyDeleteI am so pleased you managed to pop by and visit with me earlier !!
Mad Madam Mel xx
Such a beautiful pink tea party.
ReplyDeleteLove your tea, and all the pretty food, dishes, story! Hope you will come to my tea also!
ReplyDeleteHi! what a fantastic tea party!
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Hi, Missy! I'm thinking I need one of those magical wands! :-) That coconut rum green tea is to die for... thank you for inviting me and paying my party a visit as well. Have a wonderful week! :-)
ReplyDeleteMy Dear friend! Of course I LOVE your Tea Party! So breathtaking as always. Thank you for always pushing and inspiring me!
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Lori
So pretty and I must try that tea, looks delicious! I loved all the magic and pretty teacups too!
ReplyDeleteHope you get a chance to pop by my party too!
http://flutterbeforeyou.blogspot.com/2013/07/mad-hatters-tea-party-2013.html
thank you for the most delicious tea and treats!!! such a pretty tea party!
ReplyDeleteLisa
http://crochetcrowe.blogspot.com/2013/07/mad-tea-party-2013.html
A lovely tea party indeed.
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cupcake, tea, and magic wand too.
http://heartsdelights.blogspot.com
Ah yes I saw both your lovely posts since I've only been able to make all the rounds on Sunday. I love your art Alice in Wonderland characters.
ReplyDeletehttp://broomsticksandlace.blogspot.ca/2013/07/a-fanciful-twist-mad-tea-party-2013.html
Oh how I wish I could borrow your magic wand, so many things to do! Thank you for inviting us to your tea party and for the lovely pink frosted cupcakes!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, your party is so lovely - it's like I stepped in to a dream!
ReplyDeleteMy party is still going, if you'd like to pop by:
http://thewhimsicalcottage.blogspot.com/2013/07/in-late-afternoon-sun-girl-sat-in.html
A superb party my dear!! Oh I can't wait to try the Coconut Rum tea, it sounds delish!! And I must get one of those wands for myself, they seem like they would come in handy.
ReplyDeleteSadly I must be off - I am still attempting to make all the rounds.
XoXo,
Kristal
http://gracegoods.typepad.com/grace_goods/2013/07/welcome-to-our-mad-house-for-mad-tea-2013-.html
So sweet! Lovely creations.
ReplyDelete~Tricia, Fairy Godmother at the Castle. Please stop by and visit my tea party too! http://sweetrascalphotos.wordpress.com/2013/07/13/a-fairytale-teaparty/
I enjoyed ALL of your lovely tea parties and comments!!!! Thank you so much for your kind comments and visits!!!! XO
ReplyDeleteI like your tea set,it is so buautiful..
ReplyDeletethe cookies look like delicious, it is attractive..
Thank you or dropping by!!!!!
DeleteI couldn't refrain from commenting. Exceptionally well written!
ReplyDeleteHere is my weblog; Jeff Richard Morrison
Jeff, I'm so happy that you did not refrain!!! Thank you so much for dropping by and for your kind words! Much appreciated! Missy
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