May 2010

Vintage Tea Service

by Shannon on May 31, 2010

TweetCheck out these really great vintage tea service sets that are up for auction on eBay right now. Many are quite affordable and would be perfect for your next tea party, afternoon tea get together, or perhaps to make Sunday morning tea extra special. US Auctions Australian Auctions Austrian Auctions Belgian Auctions Canadian Auctions French [...]

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Afternoon Tea at Butchart Gardens

by Shannon on May 29, 2010

Afternoon Tea at Butchart Gardens

TweetIf you are traveling to Victoria, British Columbia this summer then you should definitely check out the afternoon tea at Butchart Gardens. This package includes entrance into Butchart Gardens and then afternoon tea at the Butchart home or Italian Gardens. Butchart Gardens is a National Historic Site of Canada and is privately owned by the [...]

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Deckan Tea

by Shannon on May 27, 2010

TweetOver the weekend my husband and I went to a local farmer’s market and were delighted to see a local tea company there.  They are called Deckan Tea and they are based in Southfield, Michigan. They had a number of loose teas for sale as well some pyramid tea bags in canisters. I love getting [...]

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Edible Teacup Party Favor

by Shannon on May 25, 2010

Edible Teacup Party Favor

TweetI love parties and tea parties are very high on that list. I am always on the lookout for fun party favors or craft projects that can be done at a party. This adorable edible teacup party favor fits the bill. My friend Heather from Dollar Store Crafts was kind enough to share this with [...]

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Tea Party Books

by Shannon on May 21, 2010

TweetLooking to host an afternoon tea party and looking for inspiration on how to do so? Then look no farther than these great tea party books. They will help you plan the perfect tea party that will have your guests raving.

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White Tea Leaves

TweetThere are a number of different teas: white, green, black, rooibos and herbal. It can seem very overwhelming at times to keep them all straight and what their differences are. Today I’d like to talk about the difference between green tea, black tea and white tea. One of the most surprising things of all is [...]

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American Tea Room Tea Giveaway Winner

by Shannon on May 15, 2010

TweetI just want to take the time and thank everyone who commented, tweeted and ‘liked’ us on Facebook for the American Tea Room Giveaway.  I really enjoyed running this and hope that the winner enjoys the yummy loose tea that is about to come their way! I also hope to make giveaways a more regular [...]

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Vintage China Tea Sets

by Shannon on May 8, 2010

TweetA Vintage China Tea Set can be a beautiful way to serve guests or perhaps make your daily cup of tea special. There are a number of China Tea Sets on eBay and new selections are being added all the time. Here are just a few of the current auctions: US Auctions Australian Auctions Austrian [...]

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A Use For Your Old Tea Bags

by Shannon on May 6, 2010

Tea Wreath

TweetI came across this great craft project from my friend Heather on her Dollar Store Crafts site. It is a Tea Wreath and was designed by the creative gals over at Kojo Designs. If your tea collection is anything like mine, you probably have a bunch of tea bags that you just don’t know what [...]

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How to Make Iced Loose Tea

by Shannon on May 4, 2010

TweetThe weather has been so nice in Michigan for the last few days and iced tea has been a great way to get in my daily tea fix. I prefer to make mine with loose leaf tea, which means an extra step from using tea bags. It is definitely worth it and so very easy. [...]

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