Mum's Virtual Tea Party 2013

Oh gosh, visitors are coming by. I need to have everything ready. Now which teapot should we use? The everyday one?

The Deco style one?

The thirties one?

Or the extra large one for group use. We may have many visitors to this tea party so this might be the one?

Now which china should we use? This Triillium is my favourite.

Or what about the Old Rose design?

Our cakes could go on Grandma's old plate or ...

the wooden platter made (whittled) for me by a friend, out of witch elm burr.

I asked for a bowl made out of a gnarled piece of wood and he came up with the goods.

Sandwiches -  standard stuff or something a bit different? I don't want people to leave them because they don't like the filling. 

banana and sugar - nah!

Marmite - nah, too controversial

cucumber - nah, as above

red onion and cream cheese - possibly

egg and cress - old favourite

tomato - perhaps, we've certainly got lots in the greenhouse.

Here, here and here are some variations on the tomato sandwich.

Nearly there, just got my nails to do.

It's a good job we've got help today so let's sit back and relax and visit these blogs for more tea party inspiration. If their post is not up yet do go back later. You won't be disappointed.

Joy - Prepare to be dazzled!

Johnny jumps up - Stay awhile for the entertainment. Plenty to eat aswell plus question to test your skills.

Jane and Chris - Wow, what a spread. There's something for everyone here.

Bad Penny - Don't forget your hat if you visit here.

Pam - Plenty to eat here. I'm getting full now, plus I've scrounged the recipe for Norfolk shortcake. Yeah!

Joanne - All her sarnies have gone but there's still some delectables left. Hurry over and admire the Fall theme.

Feather Duster - I do hope you've made some new friends here in the Virtual World. Happy Birthday for tomorrow.

Jill - drink your wine and view beautiful pictures

Cathy - I'm learning a lot here.

Carol - Oh the cake, hmmm! And there's a recipe to make your own.

Emma and Pam I know you don't have your own blogs but hi there, hope you're both having a wonderful time.

Shiela, I hope your moving is going well and that you've had enough time to pop in to sample all the delights.

Anne - Have you had your cake and a cuppa yet?

Gladys  - Hope you've got your glad-rags on, this is a posh 'do'. How do you eat your chocolate teacake?

Amanda - This is a tea party with a difference. I love variety.

Gram - Thank you so much for arranging tea. Tell Miss Phitt she looks lovely.

I'm so glad you could call by today. Hope you've enjoyed your virtual tea and I really hope you've made some new acquaintances. To all who have visited thank you so much for your participation. My bloggy friends - you're just the greatest!

xx