“And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony”
Colossians 3:14
The shelves are stocked with conversation hearts and chocolates while shades of pinks and red are lining the storefronts. And that can only mean one thing…Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Traditionally, the 14th of February is spent with a spouse or significant other, but sometimes isn’t it fun to have an afternoon of girl talk?!
You all know by now that I love coffee and treats, and today I wanted to share an easy and inexpensive way to have a small group of friends over to enjoy the afternoon! Using your coffee table allows for a smaller and more intimate setting…and eliminates the planning of a large “dinner party”! You can offer a few pick-up sweet items from your local bakery and savory mini sandwiches! My little spread was less than $20 including flowers…and don’t we all love flowers?! The setting is simple and small…and it all comes together to make for such a sweet afternoon!
The coffee table has been set with an assortment of finger foods!
Coffee mugs and plates are a sweet Churchill toile pattern that I found at Tuesday Morning several years ago!
The two-tiered stand holds an array of sweets! Petit fours on top with cannoli, cranberry-orange scones, and lemon poppy seed muffins on the bottom!
Pink mini-carnations fill three small vases and are sitting on a mirrored box!
My silver coffee service was a special gift many years ago with a story that I must share someday!
I placed a couple of books on the table with the title “Things Pondered” on top! Have you ever wondered what the things were that Mary pondered in her heart?
“But Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart”
Luke 2:19
Pork tenderloin sliders with honey BBQ sauce sit under a cloche!
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Heart-shaped egg salad sandwiches on a small pedestal stand that was my Mother’s!
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Do you have plans to share the season of Valentine’s with special friends?
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Oh, my goodness, pure loveliness! And, if I could attend I would feel very special. You have inspired me for sure!
Lea, how sweet of you! If we can make people feel special, it can certainly brighten their day! Happy Thursday and blessings!
My goodness! This is the most inviting table setting I’ve seen in a on time. Definitely wish I could be there.
Georgia, thanks for your sweet remarks! It was a fun! Wishing you a lovely weekend!
The food looks delicious, and the way you displayed everything is beautiful. What a special day your company will have!
Vicky, thanks so much! It was fun setting it all up! Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Looks both beautiful and delicious. Love that delicate china pattern!
Thanks, Bev! I have enjoyed the toile china!
What a lovely idea Pam, I love that you used your silver service and memorable pretties! How much fun to sit around and nibble with the girls, have fun!
Jenna
Thanks so much, Jenna! I had to do major polishing on the silver service, but it was worth it! Happy weekend!
Oh, I love the idea of girl talk!! Great post!
Sherry, thanks so much and a little girl talk is always a good idea! Wishing you a lovely weekend
I’ll be right over! 🙂
Oh, Kim I wish you could just pop over!
Pam,
An absolutely lovely coffee table social, dear one!!!
What woman wouldn’t feel special being asked to partake of such delights???
Simple, sweet, elegantly displayed!!!
Fondly,
Pat
Pat, thanks so much for your sweet words! Friendships are so very important and we all need encouragement along the way! Blessings,
Pam
Wow! i love everything about this, including this gorgeous room. It looks like a place that I would love to spend a lot of time in. The setting is so pretty and the food looks scrumptious. Thanks for the inspiration!
Pattie, what gracious comments! Time spent with friends and encouraging one another is time well spent! Wishing you a beautiful weekend!
Pam
Your table is so elegant , anyone would be delighted to set at your table!
Cathy <;)
Cathy, thanks for your sweet comments! Wishing you a lovely weekend!
I have a tea party planned for February and you’ve supplied inspiration for a wonderful menu. Beautiful and inviting hospitality. Jo @ Let’s Face the Music
Jo, sounds wonderful and thank you so much! I am sure your party will be a great success! Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
What a wonderful table setting. The heart shape egg salad sandwiches looks delicious.Visiting from Saturday Sparks.
Joy, thanks for visiting with me and please come again! Thanks for your very kind comments, also!
I’m imagining walking in and being blown away by your effort which is a very special gift to your friends. They are indeed lucky.
Linda, you always know how to encourage a girl!
Pam your little tea setting is stunning! I love it, it looks like it’s right out of Downton Abbey. The mugs and plates are adorable and your tier stand is so pretty, as well as your mom’s one. The silver tea service is gorgeous indeed. you must tell us the story behind it.
FABBY
Fabby, such kind words! I love setting a beautiful table and using things that are meaningful to me! I must share the story soon!
Oh!… and the food looks yummy; such lucky friends to have you as a hostess too. I’m pinning to my Everything for Tea Time board.
FABBY
Thanks for pinning, Fabby!
A very ladylike tea party. I especially like the heart shaped egg salad sandwiches, scrumptious.
Kiki, thanks so much and the sandwiches were delicious! Have a good rest of the week!
Very beautiful and inviting. I would love to be there to share in the fun of a ladies tea party !!!! Thanks for sharing.
Rebecca, thanks so much! It is lots of fun to share with friends!
The food looks delicious and your table looks absolutely beautiful!
Thanks so much for your lovely comments! Blessings, Pam
Absolutely beautiful, my friend. I haven’t really made any plans yet…. My sweet mom had a tea party this past weekend and it was in honor of Valentine’s Day – it was simply delightful 🙂
Thanks for sharing with Roses of Inspiration, dear one. Hugs!
Stephanie, your sweet Mom’s tea party sounds wonderful! Thanks so much and love your sweet and gentle spirit! Blessings, Pam
I usually do a get together in the summer with all the ladies who live on our lane, but this idea is perfect for a winter pick me up. I love the heart shaped egg salad sandwiches.
Thanks for Sharing Your Cup!
Thanks so much, Carol! Happy Thursday!