Hello dear friends! After last week’s strong winds and rain, our forecast this week is the warmest of the year. It is time for sowing seeds, buying annuals, and planting the garden!
“Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.”
Proverbs 16:24 (ESV)
It is Tea on Tuesdays at the picnic table nestled by our woodlands! The trees have all leafed out in their pretty shades of spring green!
For April’s edition of Tea on Tuesdays, Mary and I are happy to welcome our special guest, Bonnie from Living With Thanksgiving. Bonnie is a precious friend, gardener, tea enthusiast, and a fellow Alabamian! You will find the links for Mary’s and Bonnie’s teatimes at the bottom of this post.
A pink and white tablesetting speaks springtime! I planned this girls’ table for my granddaughters!
The sweet teapot is by Eileen’s Reserve and has served up many cups of tea!
I purposefully kept the tea table simple for a special time I had planned with my two granddaughters. A tea party and a manners/etiquette class was on our schedule. For this teatime I chose American Atelier ‘Baroque’ dinner plates, Bordallo Pinheiro ‘Cabbageware’ salad plates, and pierced rose appetizer plates that are marked Bavaria! The teapot rests on a small cake plate by Pip Studio.
The ‘La Vie en Rose’ tablecloth from April Cornell complements the Grace Teaware teacup/saucer, teapot and appetizer plates!
Teatime treats were chosen with my granddaughters in mind…mini cinnamon rolls, pistachio scones, cheese straws, and macarons served up on green depression glass!
Our snowball viburnum tree has been beautiful this season, but last week’s 30-40mph wind gusts created the appearance of snow falling…snowball petals that is. I cut some blooms the day before the strong winds. The Kwanzan cherry blossoms are one of my favorites and most anticipated of all spring blooming trees. The Japanese cherry was nipped by three light frosts and the blooms weren’t as stunning as usual. I determined that I would use them along with the snowball blooms and bridal wreath spirea. I arranged the flowers and sprayed with Clear Crowning Glory Solution in hopes that the blooms would still be fresh whenever the winds calmed!
Queen EM and Princess EK were to arrive at 2 last Saturday afternoon. For clarification purposes, after EK was born, EM declared herself queen and baby sister would be known as princess. I photographed the table before their arrival. Of course, brother WL was included. He and Da had a boys snack time on the patio and they would NOT be attending the etiquette class. Instead, they would be playing with tractors and trucks in the dirt!
The girls love macarons, all six flavors…lemon, salted caramel, vanilla, raspberry, chocolate, and pistachio were enjoyed!
The manners/etiquette class was so much fun. We discussed the proper placement of the napkin on our lap, waiting for everyone to be seated including the hostess before beginning to eat, not talking with food in our mouth, speaking with our quiet voice, and never announcing a dislike for a particular food!
EM will be eight in May and EK turned five in March. Both girls listened attentively and asked questions as we discussed table manners. They have been taught manners, but our class was fun reminders as to the “whys” we need to practice manners when at the table. My favorite tea is Earl Grey and that was poured for the photos. The girls have tried hot tea, and they will drink it, but it isn’t their favorite. Hopefully they will enjoy it as they get older. I did serve them apple juice in the tea cups. Did I mention they love any cold drink served in a pretty teacup?
The Sunshine Cottage is in view. The interior is decorated for spring and the porch is awaiting some potted plants! Maybe I can share soon!
Time spent with our grandchildren brings us so much joy. Later that afternoon, we enjoyed golf cart rides and games! They keep us young and tired!
You have a special invitation to join Mary and Bonnie for beautiful teatimes!
Mary ~ Home Is Where the Boat Is
Bonnie ~ Living With Thanksgiving
I am so happy that you joined me for tea! Thank you for your visit and gracious comments. Wishing you a joy-filled week!
Linking with: Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Life and Linda
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Pam, Your pink and white table is beautiful and ‘La Vie en Rose’ provides such a pretty in pink foundation for your tea table! I love your spring centerpiece of snowball viburnum, spirea and Kwanzan cherry blossoms. Our spring blooms took a hit from three days of gusting winds and rain. I know your grand girls must have enjoyed their tea time, treats and etiquette class, even if tea is not their favorite beverage. I agree that anything served in a pretty teacup is a treat! Love your pretty plate stack topped with your Bavarian pierced rose appetizer plate, as well as your pretty teacups and teapot. A friend gave me the same pretty pink Eileen’s Reserve teapot. As always, it’s a treat to join you at the table and for tea. I’m glad you’re enjoying some beautiful spring weather…it feels more like summer here this week. Happy Tuesday ☕ 🌸 💗
Thank you, Mary! I love our Tea on Tuesdays!
How gorgeous, Pam! And…..so so sweet! Tea parties with grands are cherished memories! Your beautiful woodland setting and flowers along with your selected teapot and china warm my heart! The girls are the perfect age to learn etiquette and how special you are teaching them young.
I can’t help that I am envious of your lovely snowball and cherry tree. I love flowers so much I would like one of every kind but, of course, that is not possible. Your arrangement is delicate and perfect with your pretty AC cloth, china pieces, and bridal wreath spirea.
I am appreciative of being invited to be a party of Tea on Tuesday as a guest today. You and Mary are wonderful mentors. Bonnie
This table is pure pink in my book. It is tea worthy for a queen and princess. The flowers are beautiful and I’m jealous of just looking at them. I love everything . The AP tablecloth would be a purchase if I was still doing tea and I adore the cake plate and the tea pot. Goodness, I could go on and on. Now I’m wondering how far you have to walk from your house to the picnic table? It looks like quite a distance . Social media
Thank you, dear Alice! We had the best time all afternoon even after the tea party was over. If you lived close by you would be included in our tea parties. The girls would love having you. It isn’t too many steps to the picnic table. I usually make three or four trips getting it set up. I need the exercise ❤️
What a delightful tea party Pam! I know the girls enjoyed every moment and felt so grown up! The pink and white table in your woodland setting is just beautiful! I’m so glad you were able to save some Snowball Viburnum, it has been exceptionally pretty this Spring. Crowning Glory is magic, it truly works! I am so impressed with your teaching the girls manners, and that they are so interested in learning. I’m glad WL was included in the afternoon, and I know he and Da, had much fun playing in the dirt 🙂
Thank you, Jenna! A fun time was had by all. We are grateful to have them so close to us!
Pam your tea table is charming and having the girls had to be so much fun. How delightful you used the time to teach them table etiquette…as you said they are already taught manners by mom and dad but to have their gma explaining why is priceless. It reminds me of yesterday when my little grands were texting me during a baseball game we were all watching at the same time and little Reid texted that he “hated” something. He immediately, without coaxing, texted that he should not have said that and he didn’t hate it…he just didn’t like it very much. I was so proud of him. Thanks for sharing your lovely tea set and time with your very own “royalty”. Hugs
Thank you, Kari! We had a fun time. Reid is a fine young man and is definitely being taught. You should be proud of him!
Pam, your tea table is so feminine and pretty. The cherry blossoms were the perfect touch to such a lovely setting. You get an A+ for holding etiquette lessons for EM and EK. Mickey and I used to have an annual etiquette dinner for our animal science girls. It was a bit shocking to realize how many young people don’t know basic rules of etiquette anymore. All the young ladies were very receptive, plus they got dinner out at one of Clemson’s nicest restaurants.
Looking forward to spring at Sunshine Cottage!
Thank you, Roxanne! How wonderful that you and Mickey took time to teach etiquette to a group of girls. I know they enjoyed and appreciated learning at the same time! You two are special ladies!
oh, how totally lovely! Every detail is like a fairy tale. I can’t wait to have a granddaughter someday. – I’ll have a granddaughter, right???
Thank you, Leslie Anne! Yes, you must have a granddaughter!
Oh, how I would love to join you at this stunning tea setting. The flowers from your gardens make such a gorgeous centerpiece. The AC tablecloth is so pretty along with all of the lovely china pieces. The treats look delicious! I know that both you and those sweet girls had a splendid time while creating such wonderful memories. Have a blessed day, dear friend!
Thank you, Shannon! The girls and I had a fun time and created memories! Blessings my friend!
Hello Pam. I love everything about your sweet table. The table cloth along with the dishware is just gorgeous. Have a beautiful week. Hugs. Kris
Thanks so much, Kris! I always appreciate your visits!
Pink and white seems such a lovely combo for a tea — so delicate and pretty. Very girly. I love your florals, of course, and that table cloth is a gem! Your grands will remember this forever!
Thank you, Jeanie. They love a tea party!
That is such a lovely table in pink, your blooms are stunning as usual. I think it is so wonderful to teach the grands table manners! Something that should be done with every child, and has been sorely lacking with some adults I know.
Thank you, Carole! A tea party is perfect for teaching manners!
What a delightful teatime you’ve shared with us, Pam! I’m sure the Queen and Princess enjoyed the special table and the treats, plus the manners and etiquette lessons. Your centerpiece is so lovely and those luncheon plates along with the Grace Ware teacups blend so well atop the gorgeous tablecloth. Thank you for the springtime inspiration!
Thank you, Kitty. Yes the Queen and Princess loved the tea party and are always asking when we can have a tea party!
Pam, Your tea table is delightful! It’s colorful, cool and inviting. I must admit that I am not a fan of hot drinks, but as a child I did enjoy my Coke in a teacup when my grandmother drank coffee. Thanks for bringing that memory to the forefront. I know the girls had a wonderful time and WL and Butch enjoyed their playtime as well. Clara❤️
Thank you, Clara. I love that you enjoyed Coke in a teacup. The girls and I had a wonderful time!
Good Afternoon Pam. What a lovely tea time in the woodlands with you, the Queen and Princess!
I love that AC tablecloth, which is perfect for your tea time.
Having an etiquette class for the girls is so sweet. When I taught early childhood classes, I had a week where we talked about manners and etiquette. On the last day to culminate the lessons we had a tea party. The children had to wear their finest clothes. And we practiced our manners and etiquette while they enjoyed the tea party. The children loved it!
Thank you for your pretty flowers, china and linens.
Happy Tuesday!
Thank you, Nancy. I love that you shared your teaching manners in early childhood classes. I know your students loved it!
Pam, your tea time in the garden is absolutely lovely. Isn’t it nice to finally have the world in bloom again – and nice enough to enjoy the outdoors in such a pretty fashion? I had two garden luncheons already this week and it is only Tuesday, haha. It is so rare to be so perfect outdoors, just had to do it!
I love your choice of china and florals and linens and food. Just beautiful.
Thank you, Michele. You have been busy with two garden lunches. It sounds perfect!
Pam, when you gave us a tease with a shot of the pink goodness on IG last week, I’ve been eager to see this tea time table. Every detail is so striking! Your woodland property offers a perfect setting for teas, luncheons, dinners, or just lounging taking in all the beauty. The flowers, the linens, the dishes – each and every detail delights.
Sarah, thank you for your sweet comments. The girls and I had fun!
Pam, what a lovely tea party. I just love your property. I used to dream of a big Victorian home with porches I could use as a multitude of evens like private weddings in a gazebo and one day devoted to Miss Manners and tea parties. (all southern ladies dream of this. right ?). Maybe the girls can invite their friends for tea when they are older. Thank you for praying it forward.
“Teach a child the way to go” Proverbs 22:6
Thank you, Myrna. I would love to have a tea party for the girls friends and their mothers! Thank you for sharing the scripture, dear one!
That sounds like such a happy tea party! It is so wonderful that you can teach your grandchildren and make it so much fun, too!
Thank you, Cheryl. I try to use occasions to teach important lessons!
Such a delightful tea party for your girls. The pink is beautiful starting with the AC tablecloth. Love the plate stack with American Atelier, cabbage plates and the prized Bavarian pierced rose appetizer plate. A pretty table to enjoy a spring time tea party.
Thank you, Linda. The girls and I enjoyed every minute!
What wonderful tablescape! Stunning flowers, gorgeous dishes and adorable tablecloth! Yummy treats too! I would love to be your guest! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you, Maristella. It would be wonderful to have you as a guest!
The florals on the teapot are so beautiful. I love the tablescape as well. Thank you for sharing!
My pleasure and thank you, Kristen!
Such a pretty table in pink and white Pam and so perfect for a girls tea party. The AC tablecloth is a beautiful backdrop for all your lovingly collected plates and teaware. The flowers are gorgeous and I love your snowball viburnum. Such a wonderful setting for the grandgirls and to have a chat about etiquette – so cute. I’m sure everyone enjoyed your fabulous tea party! Happy Thursday!
Thank you, Kim. The girls feel so special when we have a tea party!
That tablescape was perfect for your royal guests. So many wonderful layers of pinks and greens – simply full of sweetness!
Thank you, Mary. We had fun!
Thank you for the invite . We love your Pink and White Tea Table.
Your granddaughters are so special. Most likely they will develop a taste for ice or hot tea.
Happy week-end
Marilyn,Joan and Marion
Thank you dear ladies! I am so glad you all could join us!
What a delightful post Pam & such a pretty pink setting! Your floral arrangement is absolutely stunning.
I love that you had an etiquette tea time with your granddaughters, what fun!
blessings to you sweet friend,
Jennifer
Thanks so much, Jennifer! The girls love a tea party and are always asking when we can have one 🩷
Oh my goodness Pam, how beautiful! I would love to sit there with you drinking a few pots (!!) of tea surrounded by your stunning garden. Oh, I do have a little snowball envy- how glorious is yours!
Thank you for sharing all you do, it’s always an inspiration, darling friend!
Xo Lidy
Thank you, dearest Lidy! It would be a joy to have you sit with me for tea. Oh the lovely conversation that we would have, my friend!
What a beautiful setting you created. Love that tablecloth and your florals are gorgeous! You grands will always remember this and hold a special place in their hearts of it!
You are so sweet, Liz! I hope it is creating wonderful memories!