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Friday, September 16, 2011

Tea Time Primavera

For Friends Sharing Tea this week I have set up a little table in front of my Chelone oblique also known as turtlehead.  Hooded, snapdragon-like flowers appear in terminals racemes from late summer into autumn.  Flowers purportedly resemble turtleheads, hence the name.

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This set of Primavera mixes antique Italian love letters and postcards with 19th century botanical prints in rosy pinks.

Modern baroque mugs with a Victorian detailed handle that inspires conversation.

I can't decide which mug I like better!

This beautifully detailed teapot is made by Rosanna, Inc., known for her inspired design and timeless collection of tableware.

I have put out an extra cup hoping one of my followers will join me today.  Would you like a raspberry drop cookie?

A white handkerchief with a pink rose design in the corner compliments our tea setting.

A close up of the turtlehead flowers.

I am linking with the following gals this week for tea time.

Friends Sharing Tea @ Bernideen's Tea Time Blog
Tea Time Tuesday @ Rose Chintz Cottage
Tea Cup Tuesday @ Martha's Favorites
Tuesday Tea for Two @ The Plumed Pen  

Resources:
Teacups & Dessert Plates:  Rosanna, Inc.
Teapot:  Rosanna, Inc.
Handkerchief:  Crabtree & Evelyn
Amethyst Votive Holder:  Barreveld International

19 comments:

  1. RizziSeptember 16, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    EVERYTHING IS SO LOVELY DONNA, YOUR TEAPOT IS JUST GORGEOUS, AND YOUR RASPBERRY COOKIES LOOK SO DELICIOUS. YOUR GARDEN IS STILL LOVELY, VERY NICE TEA.......HAVE A NICE WEEKEND....RIZZI

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  2. BernideenSeptember 16, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Oh my - how lovely and I love your music too! Your garden still looks wonderful and thank you so much for participating!

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  3. Lavender CottageSeptember 16, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    Hi Donna
    I've always liked chelone and have the white and two different pinks, they're great low maintenance perennials.
    Yours are a perfect backdrop and compliment to the pinks on your tea table.
    I would love to have the other mug along with a cookie with you!
    Judith

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  4. KarinsArtScrapSeptember 17, 2011 at 2:37 AM

    so beautiful donna, great decoration.
    greetings karin

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  5. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageSeptember 17, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Good morning Donna,
    What a darling tea table set out in front of those pretty posies. I love the china with the flowers and script on them. Your cookies look yummy and would taste nice with a cup of tea in one of those pretty mugs. I see you are also participating in my Tea Time party next week. Thank you and be sure to stop by then too and link up. Wishing you a lovely day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  6. KarenSeptember 17, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Just lovely Donna. I planted a turtlehead last year and it came back twice the size this summer. I love it. Those raspberry cookies look delicious! Have a terrific weekend.

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  7. Johanna GehrleinSeptember 17, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Hello Donny,
    your tea mugs and tea pot look so adorable. I love when modern dishes have a bit romantique and also nice rose decoration. Really a pretty and inviting table.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  8. Liz @ Sit With Me In My GardenSeptember 17, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    Just beautiful Donna! Love Rosanna dishes- I have a few myself. I love the pattern on the tea pot and the plates. Your napkins are lovely- would be a shame to ever stain them!

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  9. CharlotteSeptember 18, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Love the china and the beautiful napkins! I don't think I've ever seen those turlehead flowers before...very different and pretty. Your tea setting is lovely.

    Charlotte

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  10. EmSeptember 19, 2011 at 1:03 AM

    The teapot and mugs are beautiful! It's such a joy to look at the pictures you share, like your gardening, too.

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  11. RosemarySeptember 19, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    Donna What a lovely setting. Lovely china so unique..... Would be happy to come and share a cookie with you...

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  12. Pam~September 19, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    I've just enjoyed a wonderful cup of tea and a raspberry drop cookie ... delicious! Thanks for starting my morning off perfectly!

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  13. SnapSeptember 19, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    Oh,goodness, Donna! You have me lusting (!!!!!!!) after your beautiful Primavera. I love the mix of antique Italian love letters and postcards with 19th century botanical prints in rosy pinks. Really special. The mugs are a great match. Happy Tea Day!

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  14. Barb September 19, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Donna, this is so, so lovely! The colors of your tea service make my heart beat faster. Just dreamy!

    Barb

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  15. Wanda LeeSeptember 20, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Dearest Donna,

    What a delightful seasonal post!

    I just love your overall Primavera look and feel for this week's teatime! ~ Beyond exceptionally lovely in every exquisite detail!

    And my oh my!.., What an usually lovely tea service and so artistically arranged!

    Happy Tuesday Tea's and have a marvelous week!

    Hugs, Wanda Lee

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  16. TerriSeptember 21, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Oh Donna! This botanical set is gorgeous! What a pretty setting it makes too. You did a fab job on the tablescaping.
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  17. Carrie SampselSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Love the design on the teapot. Just beautiful.

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  18. romance-of-rosesSeptember 23, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    Great job on the tablescape and having tea outdoors is perfect. It's so romantic. Smiles...Lu

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  19. FABBY'S LIVINGSeptember 27, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Gorgeous, I love the Rosanna china and your tea set it's beautiful! I'm loving the teapot. Great tablescape outdoors, sorrounded by flowers! I just dropped from Tuesday Tea for Two.

    Lots of hugs, FABBY

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