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Monday, July 11, 2011

"Wild Violets" Sheltonian

It’s time once again for Tea Time Tuesday.  Today I would like to share with you one of my favorite teacups and fresh flowers from the garden.

This pretty pattern is called “Wild Violets”.  Isn’t it just gorgeous?  The delicate clusters of purple violets gives this cup a spring feel.  This set was made in Staffordshire England by Sheltonian.  I love the comfortable loop handle of this English bone china and the 24K gold trim.

A look at the pretty saucer.

I have picked some fresh double-flowered stocks (Matthiola incana) and baby’s breath. Their scent pervades an entire room.

“Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature.” ~ Gerard De Nerval

So please join me today for a soothing cup of Chamomile tea.  This golden herb is a favorite to relieve anxiety and will bring a smile to your face with its fragrant blossoms and sweet flavor.  This herbal infusion is delicious served with honey.  May I pour you a cup?

This white handkerchief with a rolled edge has a beautiful embroidered lavender flower in the corner.

The antique silver mercury glass votive holder has a great vintage feel with its soft scalloped edges.

Thank you for stopping to visit.  I always enjoy having tea with you!  I am linking with the following wonderful ladies:

Tea Time Tuesday @ Rose Chintz Cottage
Table Top Tuesday @ A Stroll Thru Life
Tea Cup Tuesday @ Martha's Favorites
Tea Cup Tuesday @ Artful Affirmations
Tuesday Tea for Two @ The Plumed Pen
Bloomin' Tuesday @ Ms.Green Thumb Jean
Cottage Flora Thursday @ Fishtail Cottage

Resources:
Teacup & Saucer:  Sheltonian “Wild Violets”
Handkerchief:  Embroidered Lavender
Flowers:  Stocks & Baby’s Breath from the garden
Antique Silver Votive Holder:  Creative Co-op and sold at Elizabeth’s Embellishments

39 comments:

  1. SnapJuly 11, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    I love purple so I love this post! The cup and saucer are lovely with their wild violets. The handkerchief and the tea light ... perfect! Happy Tea Day!

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  2. KarinsArtScrapJuly 11, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    you have decoreted you table perfectly donna.
    love the purple theme.
    have a nice cup off tea.

    greetings karin

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  3. Sunray GardensJuly 11, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Looks lovely and I love the designs. The flowers are of course beautiful!
    Cher Sunray Gardens

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  4. Judith @ Lavender CottageJuly 11, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Hi Donna
    I just love this teacup, so pretty, as are your flowers from the garden.
    The handkerchief with the lavender is very nice but then anything with lavender is.
    Judith

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  5. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJuly 11, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Donna, your tea cup is so, so pretty! I love violets and the shape of this teacup is just lovely! Lovely blooms and hankie too! Very pretty post! Thank you for sharing this with Tea Time and have a delightful day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  6. Johanna GehrleinJuly 11, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Hi Donna,
    yes, I agree, this is one of the prettiest cups I ever saw with violets. Very very nice. And you decorated all so lovely, too.
    Thank you for having me for tea.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  7. xinexJuly 11, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    What a beautiful tea cup set, Donna. Love the violet color and the pattern....Christine

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  8. Joy@aVintageGreenJuly 11, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    So beautiful. Violets. The teacup is a treasure.
    - Joy

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  9. ChrisJuly 11, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Love the purple tea cups! Very pretty!

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  10. BeckyJuly 12, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    Gorgeous setting, and gorgeous colors.

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  11. Diana LaMarreJuly 12, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    That who "cupscape" is adorable. I really love the lavender on the white handkerchief and the flowers blend perfectly. What a lovely spot to enjoy a cup of tea.

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  12. DarlaJuly 12, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    this tablescape if very inviting and relaxing looking.

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  13. RacquelJuly 12, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    What a charming teacup and I love the Stock, it's one of my favorite annuals with it's spicy fragrance. :)

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  14. Princesa NadieJuly 12, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Meeting you has been a pleasure,you have a lovely blog and your tea cup today is really gorgeus
    I´m delighted visiting you
    Love

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  15. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 12, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    This is such a pretty post! The pics are so pretty and the colors are so vivid!!
    Beautiful!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  16. BelleJuly 12, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    It always make me happy to visit your site Donna. This is so simple, but yet so elegant and pretty. Thanks for sharing.

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  17. BethJuly 12, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Your tea cup is gorgeous, Donna! The stock is so pretty too. Beautiful setting for a cup of tea.
    Beth

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  18. Old Time CindyJuly 12, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    The tea cup and saucer set is so sweet with those violets. Such pretty photos!

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  19. RizziJuly 12, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    OH, HOW LOVELY YOUR CUP AND SAUCER IS, MY FAVORITE FLOWER IS THE VIOLET. YOUR FLOWERS FROM THE GARDEN ARE VERY PRETTY. LOVELY POST. RIZZI

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  20. RosemaryJuly 12, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    Donna Loved the vignette. Stocks have such a gorgeous scent. Liked the idea of using the tea cups I have as a bouquet holder...will be doing that for sure.

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  21. JeanJuly 12, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    The violet china is amazing! The stock looks so well with it. Jean

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  22. Jeanne HJuly 12, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    I love purple, in every shade! Love your garden - am in awe of you as a gardener and crafter. Thanks for sharing.

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  23. SuzJuly 12, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Donna,
    That is a beautiful tea cup and your photographs are lovely. I am new to all of this and have been thoroughly enjoying it. If you have time, I would love to have you come and visit...

    http://katsuijewelry.blogspot.com

    Fondly,
    Suz

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  24. Corner Gardener SueJuly 12, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    I love those violets! Nice photos!

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  25. Joy @ Joy Of DessertsJuly 13, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    It's all beautiful. Your violet teacup is gorgeous and I really like the delicate handkerchief with lavender embroidery. You have a beautiful blog.

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  26. Betty July 13, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    I love purple and your violet teacup is so beautiful. It would be a joy to sit down and drink from it.

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  27. Noor NahdiJuly 13, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    Donna's Designs always rocks!!! Big thanks for your sweet comments :)

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  28. LindaJuly 14, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    That is such a pretty teacup and the embroidery on the handkerchief matches perfectly.

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  29. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comJuly 14, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Lovely tablescape. Your purple stocks are georgeous!

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  30. KathyJuly 14, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    This is truly beautiful! I love finding wild violets in m garden - it is a marvelous thing when something so beautiful is made to reflect the beauty around us!
    Hope you have a wonderful day,
    Kathy

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  31. DiannJuly 14, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    What a gorgeous tea setting! You know how I love my purple so, this tea just makes my heart sing! Everything is just so pretty Donna!

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  32. JanetJuly 14, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Hi Donna, what a beautiful tea cup and saucer. Love it!!!

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  33. Jacque FerreiraJuly 14, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Beautiful! Violets are the flower that remind me fondly of my Grandmother.

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  34. Carrie SampselJuly 16, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Perfect like always!! I love the embroidered handkerchief and the votive holder. The tea cup is absoloutly beautiful. I always enjoy looking at these.

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  35. Polished MoxieJuly 17, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    I can see why the teacup is one of your favorites. I have a lot of wild violets that spring up along the woodlands and under our cedar trees. They are very delicate and beautiful. Love the napkin.

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  36. Nancy NortonJuly 23, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Thanks for stopping by The Weathered Pane! That was so nice of you! Yes, what a beautiful tea cup this violet one is, and a simply wonder tea party you gave! Thanks for sharing all your lovelies. Nancy

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  37. galeAugust 2, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    So beautiful. My 15 yo would love this--purple is her favorite color.

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  38. Violetas RendadasSeptember 5, 2011 at 1:21 AM

    Lindas e amáveis violetas.
    Parabéns!

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  39. UnknownFebruary 9, 2016 at 7:05 AM


    I just love this teacup, so pretty, as are your flowers from the garden.
    The handkerchief with the lavender is very nice but then anything with lavender is.
    Judith
    Custom Embroidery Digitizing

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