Saturday, June 25, 2011

Mad Hatter Tea Party

Towards the end of June my daughter hosts her annual tea.  June 2010 had a theme of "Mad Hatter Tea" and everyone was to wear a crazy hat.  I am coordinating this post with one of my favorite blogs A Fanciful Twist as she is having her annual Mad Tea Party with all these wonderful bloggers linking up.  We had a real live Mad Hatter Tea Party last June and I hope that you enjoy it!!!!

The fabulous hostess -- The Mad Hatter --

















Look at the place settings - miniature 'Drink Me' bottles, magnifying glasses, name cards with a key, & darling bracelets that were gifts from the Mad Hatter -



































Colorful Mad Hatter Tablescapes --


































Mad Hatter Tea Cups decos --







































Mad Hatter refreshments included Eat Me cupcakes and teapot cookies in Mad Hatter colors -


































Notice the Mad Hatter's keys hanging on the stand -




































































This was just a sampling of the food.  We also had scones with clotted cream, cucumber sandwiches, little spears with cheese & meat, etc. and much more.

Here I am with the Mad Hatter --

















This is my YaYa group - we get together often - you may have read about some of our adventures here on this blog --

















Our group photo -- the Mad Hatter & Her Friends --

















You can't see this too well - Mad Hatter Tea banner --



















This year's tea will be the day after A Fanciful Twist's Mad Tea Party so I might always be a year behind in sharing the tea!!!!  But, to give you a hint of what it is --





















It's a Color Me Orange Tea!!!!  Everyone is to wear something orange and I hear that the hostess has a hat that is to die for!!!!!!!

Oh, Lucy!!!!  She was so hoping to catch a glimpse of the Mad Hatter and I think she napped and missed it!!!!  She is a little sad - or is that a pouty look????

















Here is a link to A Fanciful Twist's Mad Tea Party - you can click here to go to her tea party links.  Enjoy!!























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31 comments:

  1. Vanessa [theteensytinyinsignificantdetails]June 25, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    I am thoroughly impressed by the legibility of your "eat me" cupcakes - I wish my hand was even half as steady!

    Happy Tea Party-ing. Do drop by and see me sometime :)

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  2. PixieJune 25, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    What a fun tea party! I wish my friends were willing to play along and be mad hatters, alas, I've just my virtual friends to party with. thanks for inviting me over.

    http://pixiepages.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-tasting-extravaganza.html

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  3. Kathryn CostaJune 25, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Looks like everyone had a delightful time and how could they not with a spread like that!

    I too have a party and gifts for all who visit. I do hope you can make it by!

    Follow this link: http://collagediva.typepad.com/collagediva/2011/06/tea-party.html

    Sweet day to you!

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  4. TerriJune 25, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    What a fun Mad Tea Party! Delicious food and fanciful hats too! You all look like you have had a fabulous time.
    Hugs,
    Terri
    http://artfulaffirmations.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party.html

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  5. RachelJune 25, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Looks like you had a great time at your tea party with all your friends.

    I'm intrigued by the colour me orange theme for the next one.

    Your cat is very cute!

    http://phoenixra.blogspot.com/2011/06/wonderings-on-tea-party.html

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  6. PabkinsJune 25, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Oh I love that drink me bottle! I wish I could have found one as neat as that to use in my wonderland wedding.

    I hope to see you drop by!

    Tabitha of
    http://pabkins.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party-my-wonderland-wedding.html

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  7. Twyla and LindseyJune 25, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    What a lovely tea party and very lovely Mad Hatter! Your treats look so lovely and yummy too@

    Happy Mad Tea Party!

    Lindsey

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  8. LisaJune 25, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    thank you for a wonderful tea party! i want to keep Lucy for myself!
    cheers
    lisa

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  9. AnonymousJune 25, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Lucky you- to have such a fun group of friends.
    Poor Lucy - but good mews - I just visited a Mad Catter party on Vanessas hop.

    Please visit me also
    http://dogsmom.wordpress.com/2011/06/24/dreaming-madly-of-tea/

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  10. SaraJune 25, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    What a fun tea party. And the goodies look divine. xx

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  11. NatalieJune 25, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Looks like a really fun tea party :) I'm sure you all must have had a great time, it was fun to see your photos!

    I'm also taking part in the Mad Tea Party blog hop and hope that you'll visit my party to have some fun there too :)

    http://modernwomans.blogspot.com/2011/06/welcome-to-my-english-tea-party.html

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  12. KellyJune 25, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    What a wonderful way to enjoy the moment with friends! Thanks for sharing your lovely tea party!

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  13. Scrap VampJune 25, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Thank you for having me over for tea. The treats were scrumptious and those cookies were divine. I love that diamond patterned tea cup and saucer you have! I hope you'll come visit my tea party as well.

    http://scrapvamp.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party-2011.html

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  14. LaurenJune 25, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    What a lovely tea party, the decor and treats look so wonderful! Thank you for inviting me :) ~Lauren

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  15. Alisa NobleJune 25, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    What a fun party! Thanks for having me today!

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  16. LindaJune 25, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    I had a lovely time at your party. Your sweet treats were amazing. I met so many new friends, they were extra special. thank you for having me. I hope that you will visit me:
    momentsinaneye.blogspot.com

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  17. fairiemoonJune 25, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    What a beautiful Hatter! Looks like you guys had a lovely time!

    Have a mad party!
    Erin :)

    http://www.fairiemoon.typepad.com/weathertop

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  18. RobinJune 26, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    So sorry I am late
    For this important date.
    I'm still making my way down the list.

    With too little time
    I'm leaving this rhyme
    For I'm adamant about wanting to persist.

    All this running about
    Has left me dry in the mouth.
    Might I have a cup of tea?

    It was fun to see
    all you lovely ladies
    and your little darling Lucy

    Oh my, the time
    It goes so fast
    I must be on my way

    But fear not friend
    I shall return
    Please……Have a beautiful day.

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  19. KarlaJune 26, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Oh Lucy! Seems like all had such a blast! Poor little Lucy, she missed it all! Thanks for sharing!

    xo,
    Karla
    www.dreamaginarius.com

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  20. Comeca JonesJune 26, 2011 at 2:52 AM

    Looks like you guys had a great time!

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  21. AnonymousJune 26, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Looks like a very fun and fashionable party! And I'm curious about the Color Me Orange theme of your next tea party. I'm sure that one will be delightful as well!


    http://www.inthelandofspice.com/spiceblog/spiceblog/Entries/2011/6/25_Mad_Tea_Party.html

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  22. Theresa MacNaughtonJune 26, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Oh what a great Tea Party you had! Looks like you all had so much fun. Too bad little Lucy missed the festivities!

    Hope you'll pop on over for a visit with me!
    http://faeriemooncreations.blogspot.com/2011/06/its-mad-tea-party.html

    Thank you again for a lovely time...enjoy all the festivities!

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  23. DanniJune 26, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Such a wonderful and magical to-do, thank you for inviting me over to share your tea and enchantment! How fabulous that yours friends joined you for your lovely day. :)

    Though I'm running tardy, I hope you'll come visit my party!
    http://thewhimsicalcottage.blogspot.com/2011/06/fawn-and-goat.html

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  24. UnknownJune 26, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    Your real live party looks like it was a blast! Well, judging from the smiles, that is! And the special magical decor. Love the tulle tablecloths. What about that view of the water. Oh hello! Thanks for a look into your magical tea party. *smiles* Norma

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  25. MichelleJune 26, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    What a great party! I love the cupcakes and the teapot cookies... delightful! Thanks for sharing, Michelle

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  26. AlphaBetsyJune 26, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    What a lovely party. I love all of your hats. It looks like you had a wonderful time.

    Please stop by and visit if you get a chance.
    http://fromthemindofalphabetsy.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party-2011.html

    <3
    Betsy

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  27. http://afancifultwist.typepad.comJune 26, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    OH!! Your Yaya group!! i wish I was there! ;)

    What treats!! Look at all of them, and those teapot cookies, amazing!!!

    Thank you for sharing your incredible wonderland!!

    Love, A Fanciful Twist

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  28. SusanJune 26, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    what a lovely and delightful tea party that must have been, thanks for the invite. when is the orange tea party you're having?

    come visit mine :)
    Susan

    http://piecesoffatesusan.blogspot.com/2011/06/fanciful-twists-mad-tea-party-2011.html

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  29. CameronJune 27, 2011 at 2:54 AM

    Your daughter really out does herself! Lovely party :)

    Thanks for inviting me...and giving us a sneak peek of next year's fun :D

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  30. vvb32 readsJune 27, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    what fun! love the hat wearing theme.

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  31. AnonymousJune 28, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    What a beautiful party! I love the bright colors and all the wonderful hats on your guests--so perfect <3 And what clever centerpieces! Thanks so much for inviting me (even though I am so late--I must be related to the white rabbit! I am always late!)

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