Saturday, 2 June 2012

Tea for Two








I wonder if you would like to join me for
afternoon tea?




                 I think everything's ready.....

Ooops I forgot the butter....






Would you like Tea?







or coffee?





















     I do like fresh muffins and strawberries with jam






           The saucer is as big as the plate above!!






                               Warm muffins?








             Would you like some strawberries?













        The grape jelly was made last Autumn with     grapes out of our greenhouse!








                  Have you seen our loving cup?












    The china is Copeland Spode's Italian   (England)









The cloth is an Irish linen one that my mother gave me













                    The pot stand is pretty too!!













          Well we seem to have eaten everything!

     Yes, I would be glad for some help to carry the                  dishes to the kitchen
                               Thanks



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51 comments:

  1. NanaDiana2 June 2012 at 21:22

    How beautiful. I'll be having the coffee if that is alright with you! Perfect setting for it- xo Diana

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  2. ~Lavender Dreamer~2 June 2012 at 21:32

    Your china is just gorgeous! I love the 'loving cup'! And I think I'll have some tea. I've been drinking a lot of hot tea lately and it helps with my cold!

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  3. carole johnston2 June 2012 at 21:35

    I love Spode,I do not have any myself but have a full setting of Willow..my friend Bronwyn has all Spode...o'h the things we dream of, just delightful I would have tea with a warm muffin and your lovely grape jam thank you.

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  4. Lyn2 June 2012 at 21:42

    What pretty china just perfect for afternoon tea!
    xxx

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  5. Buttercup2 June 2012 at 22:42

    Thank you for the invitation. I had the best time and I will be glad to help with the clean up. The china is lovely!

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  6. allisamazing2 June 2012 at 22:48

    Oh, that is such a lovely tea and my mouth is watering at the warm muffins and jam :)

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  7. Lynne2 June 2012 at 23:06

    I would love some tea, it is already late, may I stop tomorrow?

    Delightful post, beautiful Spode.

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  8. Aledia3 June 2012 at 01:55

    Hello!
    I'm your newest follower :)

    I just love your pretty blue and white china and I would be delighted to join you for tea sometime!

    Thank You for sharing and I hope you have a wonderful night!
    (hugs)
    Aledia @ Plum Perfect

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  9. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy Kitchen3 June 2012 at 02:56

    I'd love a cup of tea, pleas! I'd gladly help with the dishes.

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  10. Beth3 June 2012 at 02:56

    I will be having tea please with a teaspoon of honey, no cream. I would be delighted to partake of the lovely strawberry dessert. Thank you!

    Your tea service is beautiful. Blue is my favorite color.

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  11. Martha3 June 2012 at 03:55

    This is my favorite - blue and white -- I love the Spode Blue Italian -- there is something that is so classic about it -- loved your tea and wish I could have joined you -- but what, no cream?

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  12. Patsy3 June 2012 at 05:41

    Tea for me please...with milk and sugar! I love Wales, it is such a beautiful country! We have friends in Hawarden. I came over from The Tablescaper, and am a new follower of your blog. Patsy (Texas)

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  13. camp and cottage living3 June 2012 at 07:00

    I do wish I could join you for tea!
    Your china is beautiful. It made a
    lovely tablescape.

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  14. Kris3 June 2012 at 07:04

    Lovely to have had tea with you Joan!!! Were those crumpets???

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  15. MarmePurl3 June 2012 at 11:31

    Spode, Irish linen and a most gracious Hostess. Perfect.

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  16. Denise3 June 2012 at 14:02

    So many beautiful pieces!I love the Coffee Pot.Ooooo now I really am ready for breakfast-yum-Denise

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  17. Ginny Hartzler3 June 2012 at 15:43

    Thank you for the tea, I really enjoyed it! But not as much as I love this tea set! It is wonderful!!!! I love the teapot, the nice size of the cups and their fancy handles, and I think my favorite is the strawberry dish. It would make anyone feel like a queen to use this!

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  18. Dianne3 June 2012 at 17:27

    I would love to have tea. It is so much fun to have friends from other countries. You blog header is just beautiful. Dianne

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  19. Liz @ Quirky Vistas3 June 2012 at 17:38

    Joan, what a beautiful setting you have and I love the way you invited us to join in. I'd gladly help you carry the dishes if I was invited to such a lovely tea. Thank you for stopping in with such wonderful comment at Quirky Vistas. I so enjoyed hearing about your memories of being inside while it rained.
    Liz

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  20. Nellie3 June 2012 at 22:02

    I would be very pleased to join you for tea! What a lovely table setting! I'll even help clean up the dishes!

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  21. Unknown3 June 2012 at 22:02

    Love your blue and white dishes. Blue is my favourite colour.
    Patricia

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  22. Jojo3 June 2012 at 23:55

    That's a gorgeous dish holding the strawberries!!

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  23. Susan4 June 2012 at 01:42

    The tea was most lovely. Thank you very much. Your blog header is a winner, too. Thank you SO MUCH for Following my beloved blog, too. Hope you come by often. Susan p.s. I'm Following back!

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  24. The Tablescaper4 June 2012 at 03:47

    What a beautiful set! Great to have you be a part of Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  25. Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage4 June 2012 at 04:36

    Oh such beautiful blue transferware! Stunning against that snowy white cloth. Just a delightful tea.

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  26. SmilingSally4 June 2012 at 13:56

    Ooo, how special! I really wish that I could join you. {sigh}

    Thanks for sharing your beautiful blue and white dishes.

    Happy Blue Monday.

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  27. Pie4 June 2012 at 14:04

    Love your blue dishes!

    My Blue and Mellow Yellow Monday.

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  28. Laurel Stephens4 June 2012 at 15:30

    Intrigued by your blog name, I followed the links here and was instantly captivated by your profile. I'm looking forward to following you and seeing and reading about life in Wales.

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  29. Anonymous4 June 2012 at 16:18

    One of my favorite patterns. The blue Italian is very special to me. Nice tea party.
    Have a great day.

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  30. Betsy Banks Adams4 June 2012 at 17:12

    What a gorgeous tea set, Joan. I love that pattern... And YES---I would love some tea and muffins.... Bet that homemade grape jelly is delicious... And the strawberries look wonderful... Thanks for the invitation. I'll be more than happy to wash the dishes!!!!
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  31. Ellie4 June 2012 at 21:45

    I love your china dishes - so pretty. You tea looks delicious. Hope you enjoyed it all. :))

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  32. Candylei4 June 2012 at 22:43

    Beautiful Spode set! So wonderful you have all the pieces. I was so tickled to read you live on a farm in Wales. I'll be back to visit often.

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  33. Patty 5 June 2012 at 01:55

    What a sweet post. I enjoyed my tea and muffins. The strawberries and grape jelly were out of this world! The china is lovely and the tablecloth so special! I enjoy visiting you.

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  34. Chubskulit Rose5 June 2012 at 05:10

    Beautiful collection!

    My BLUE, have a nice week ahead.

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  35. Bella's Rose Cottage5 June 2012 at 07:23

    Hi Joan,
    Love the happy blue and white china, and the loving cup is darling! Loved the strawberries and muffins, thanks for a delighful time:-)
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  36. Nancy5 June 2012 at 14:11

    A gorgeous set, Joan -- I would be happy to help you with the dishes! :)

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  37. Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage5 June 2012 at 17:43

    Hi Joan,
    Your blue Spode is just gorgeous! What a nice tea you had set out with muffins and strawberries! Yum! You should link up with Tea Time. I know my ladies would love to see your blue china. Hope you are having a delightful day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  38. Leah H.6 June 2012 at 03:35

    Oh, how I wish to join you:) I love tea and coffee:)

    Visiting for Blue Monday- hope you can stop by:)

    http://www.cassandrasminicorner.com/2012/06/citizens-bank-pin.html

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  39. Marlis7 June 2012 at 04:15

    You are in Wales and I am dying to go there, one day. A match made in heaven for sure. I am so glad you left a comment so I could become your latest follower. Your tea service is lovely, i truly love blue and white transferware. But I am totally smitten with your table covering from your mom. How precious that must be. be blessed, xo marlis

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  40. Linda7 June 2012 at 07:34

    Oh I'd love to join you for tea...what a pretty table...everything looks so wonderful!! Have a wonderful evening!!

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  41. Martha's Favorites7 June 2012 at 17:46

    This set is so beautiful! I love the butter dish. I have never seen one like it. You have some amazing things. I am so glad you were able to join us for Tea Cup Tuesday. Hope you will join us again next week. Blessings, Martha

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  42. Donna8 June 2012 at 04:37

    So sorry I've been away - but glad to have gone back to posts I've missed. This is absolutely beautiful! Joan, this set is just beautiful. And the linen from your mother, oh what a treasure!

    Thank you so much for sharing these with us. I'm full just reading of the yumminess and seeing the china!

    Blessings for a wonderful weekend!
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  43. Anonymous8 June 2012 at 05:39

    Everything is so pretty and your meal looks so inviting in those beautiful blue and white dishes. I especially like the striking red strawberries in the bowl. Thank you so much for visiting us this week at Your Cozy Home Party. So sorry it has taken so long to get back to you. This has been a very hectic week for me, but I'm so glad I got to see your lovely table.

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  44. Kathleen11 June 2012 at 15:20

    What a lovely tea set, so pretty. I love your Irish linen cloth too, beautiful!

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  45. sharon10 July 2012 at 13:43

    I just love the blue and white theme and those strawberries make my mouth water!

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  46. Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage10 July 2012 at 16:29

    Thank you for sharing your pretties with my Anne Tea. I love the blue and white, so beautiful! The linen is lovely too. And of course, I will gve you a hand with the dishes! Have a delightful day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  47. Kathy10 July 2012 at 18:39

    Yes! Most definitely will I join you for tea! Your set is simply gorgeous! I love the Irish linen tablecloth your mother gave you and I could eat that whole bowl of strawberries! Oh, and I am loving your loving cup too! Gorgeous - I appreciate you sharing with A Return to Loveliness,
    Kathy

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  48. Pamela Gordon10 July 2012 at 22:53

    It's lovely to meet you and join you for tea. Your china is beautiful on top of your pretty linen tablecloth. I love your header photo! What spectacular scenery. Blessings, Pamela in Canada (playingwithmycamera)

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  49. Betty Stapleton11 July 2012 at 04:13

    Love the blue and white pieces, it is so refreshing, such a lot of pieces too, that is wonderful. Thank you for sharing...

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  50. Antiques And Teacups11 July 2012 at 16:18

    Hiya. Nice to meet you. I'm over from Sandi's Anne tea. I love Spode's Italian and you have a wonderful collection! Perfect for tea. The tablecloth is lovely!
    Ruth

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  51. Ruthie Miller17 August 2013 at 13:51

    OH my goodness, I just found this post and delighted in it!! I don' t know if you will get to read this but I hope you know you touched me with your beautiful blue and white tea. I have many of those same dishes and never tire of them. Makes me want to go set the table...Such a lovely cloth too.
    All the best from Long Island, New York, Ruthie from Lady B's Time for Tea
    http://www.ladybstimefortea.blogspot.com
    Please come visit!

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