Planning a Tea Party

 

Good Friday Morning,

I am ready for the three-day weekend! I plan on getting a few house chores done, work on my taxes, and maybe go antiquing. I will try to record a video for my channel but we will see. I do plan on trying a new recipe this week.  It’s called macaroni soup and I will share it if it is a success! 

I have been getting back into reading The Art of Tea by Victoria Magazine during my lunch breaks. I haven’t gotten too far in the book. I have a tendency to try to rush through a book because I feel like I am on a timeframe to read it but I am trying to break myself of that. Do any of you do that?

 

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I am still in the first part of the book and in this section, they are discussing the planning part of a tea party. I honestly love this part just as much as enjoying a cup of tea. One of the best tips is planning ahead. Some of the questions that the book mentions that you should ask yourself is:

  • How many guests are anticipated?
  • Will the party be casual or formal?
  • Will the tea but themed, or is it an occasional function?

 

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The book also suggests looking for recipes from your favorite books. I know making these has been on my radar for a while now. Also having personal touches for each guest. I like the idea of having a tea basket for each guest. A tea basket would make a wonderful gift. You could include tea, of course, a vintage teacup and saucer, wrapped pastries, and other items. 

I have been wanting to have a tea and lunch at The Tea Room of Rustic Root. It’s a new tea room that is near me! I can’t find anyone to go with me so I may have to just go alone. That is something that I do often. I will probably grab a small table in the Lilac room. That room is my favorite so far. 

I hope you all enjoyed these tips and pick up your copy soon! It’s a wonderful read and is full of recipes as well. Have a wonderful weekend! 

 

 

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6 replies
  1. Mya
    Mya says:

    Happy Friday Mrs. Shockley,

    You won’t believe this, but I too have started to read The Art of Tea again. And I double checked where I placed the ribbon and it’s the same place- Planning a Tea Party. So funny right? I also like to get through a book,but this is one to savor and really get inspired. I dream of hosting a small tea party here at my home. And when I do, I plan to reference this book. I hope you’ll share when you visit the new tea room. The Lilac room is saturated in beauty. I love the hanging lights and the greenery-reminds me of a garden. I’ve never thought of going to a tea room alone,but you’ve sparked an interest in me. It’s not easy to find ladylike friends, at least where I live. But that won’t change me!

    Mya

    • mrs.sshockley
      mrs.sshockley says:

      That is too funny! We ended in the same spot and started in the same spot! I love the Lilac room and hope to go soon.
      I do a lot of activities alone. I don’t know many people who would attend a tea room with me. It’s a shame but I am believing that the Lord will send me a local friend soon. I am not afraid to attend places myself. I want to enjoy things so I do it alone.

  2. Ms. Tracey
    Ms. Tracey says:

    Mrs Shockley you guys have a tea room! That is exciting. 🤩 I’d loved to join you if I could. Yes, take yourself on an outing. That Lilac Room looks so charming as did all the rooms. How charming. I don’t own that book but I may pick it up soon. 🌷💕☕

    • mrs.sshockley
      mrs.sshockley says:

      I wish you could join me too! That would be wonderful! I think you would really enjoy the book! Have a great weekend!

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