Monday, April 30, 2012

A May Day Tea

Hello everyone,
       It is hard to believe April is almost over and tomorrow we welcome May. It is still cool here but the weatherman has predicted sunshine and warmer temps for the next few days so the garden will jump ahead now.
   Anyway,lets enjoy a cup of tea with a pretty garden bouquet.
Daffodils and hyacinths are pretty and fragrant.Did you notice my pretty little vase from tjmaxx? It goes nicely with the pretty mugs from Winners(tjmaxx in U.S.)



Sugar cookies on a pretty plate also from tjmaxx.



Inexpensive china but so pretty together.
My garden bouquet with some faux blue hydrangeas.

I am joining Rose Chintz Cottage for Tea Time Tuesday again today.

Happy May Day!

Take care,

Carolyn
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30 comments:

  1. Ribbonwood CottageApril 30, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    Beautiful pictures. I just love your flowers, wicker, it is all lovely. I too can't believe how swiftly April came and left. This year is just flying by. Wow. I am ready for beautiful blooms and have planted many flowers this season. Just love how they make me feel when I drive up to our property. Have a lovely week.
    Debbie

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  2. JulieApril 30, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    Carolyn - can I just say "ahhhhhh" and pour me a cup....

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  3. Two Cottages And TeaApril 30, 2012 at 10:07 PM

    Hi Carolyn,
    Everything is so pretty. I love visiting and having tea with you.
    Happy May to you!
    Nancy

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  4. DeannaApril 30, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    Lovely post!
    Sugar Cookies and I go way back. They are hard to beat.

    God bless,
    d from the kansas flinthills

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  5. SusyApril 30, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    I always love anything TeaTime, but my eye kept gravitating to that incredible wicker chair! Happy May Day.

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  6. CarolApril 30, 2012 at 10:30 PM

    Dear Carolyn, I love the colors in your May Day Bouquet! Lovely! I enjoy scrolling through your stunning images and feel so cozy and inspired with the ambience you create within every photo . . . within your home. Soft and romantic . . . and sensual. Happy May! Hugs from Massachusetts.

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  7. KimberlyApril 30, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    I love it all~especially the wicker chair!!!

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  8. Jo-Anne's RamblingsApril 30, 2012 at 11:05 PM

    Whenever I see or hear the word hyacinth I think of the tv show Keeping Up Appearances that was one funny show........moving on the tea set is so cute

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  9. Shabby chic SandyApril 30, 2012 at 11:07 PM

    I love those tea cups and vase and all--I would snagged those right up! They look like Cath Kidston. TFS:)

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  10. LindaApril 30, 2012 at 11:41 PM

    This post is a little bit of heaven! I love the pretty mugs and the little vase with the lovely flowers. The soft blues are so cheerful with the dainty pink flowers.

    I do feel like I have enjoyed a tea party with you art the cottage!

    Thanks so much!! (I am also enjoying the soft music!) (:>)

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  11. Bella's Rose CottageMay 1, 2012 at 12:41 AM

    Happy May to you...
    Your tea looks so springy and fresh! Love all the sunny photos on your sunporch, lovely! and sugar cookies are always delicious:-)
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  12. Judy at GoldCountryCottageMay 1, 2012 at 2:42 AM

    Carolyn: Your TJMaxx cups and dishes are just beautiful. If you have a good eye I don't think it matters how much something costs..Happy May Day to You..Judy

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  13. theromanticroseMay 1, 2012 at 3:00 AM

    Molto belle queste mugs con i toni d'azzurro!Delizioso il tuo bouquet di fiori!Buon mese di maggio!Chissà come sarà bello il tuo giardino!Rosetta

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  14. CindyMay 1, 2012 at 4:13 AM

    I love your cheerful blue and pinks today! The mugs and plates from TJM are very pretty!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  15. Gwen StewartMay 1, 2012 at 4:36 AM

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  16. Betty May 1, 2012 at 4:37 AM

    The setting looks so beautiful. I just love those mugs.

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  17. RowanMay 1, 2012 at 5:47 AM

    Very pretty setting - I really love that white wicker chair, it looks so comfortable and summery.

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  18. MagdalenaMay 1, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    Hi Carolyn! :)
    Your photos are amazing.
    All, what you show is so beautiful.
    Tea drinking in your scenery is really unique.
    Hugs,
    Magdalena

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  19. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 1, 2012 at 9:46 AM

    Good morning Carolyn,
    Your flower filled vase and mugs are so pretty and just sing of springtime! What a lovely time of year for gathering fresh blooms from the garden! Thank you for joining me for tea and enjoy this beautiful day. Happy May!

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  20. A Garden of ThreadsMay 1, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    Hi Carolyn, Love your blue and yellow colours. have wonderful day.

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  21. UnknownMay 1, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    Love all the stuff that can be found at TJMaxx!

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  22. Laura @ 52 FLEAMay 1, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    So cheerful and fun...just perfect for a spring tea! Happy May Day! :)

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  23. Hélène Flont , french illustratorMay 1, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    Happy May Day!! It's the day in France lily of the valley are offer as lucky charm for all year!!
    Joyeux 1er mai Carolyn to you and yours!!!

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  24. ElzieMay 1, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    Lovely mugs. They looks a lot like Green Gate from Denmark!!
    Here we have warm days now. Today it's been almost 70F here.
    Hope you have a nice day.
    Love Elzie

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  26. MadeliefMay 1, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    Such pretty flowers from your garden Carolyn! Love the china too. It doens't look inexpensive at all.

    Wish you a happy new week!

    Madelief x

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  27. BeverlyMay 1, 2012 at 3:24 PM

    It is all wonderful and spring like. Your daffodils and hyacinths must smell delightful.

    I love TJ Maxx, too. I always find something that I "need" to bring home with me.

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  28. SusanMay 1, 2012 at 3:41 PM

    Gee, loved the floral bouquet, china, everything. I really, really love your photos, Carolyn. Susan

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  29. Judith @ Lavender CottageMay 1, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    A very pretty spring tea Carolyn. Do you know, I rarely go in to Winners but should to check the wares area on occasion.
    Judith

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  30. richardwilkinsMay 13, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    Seeing those cups and how things are prepared makes me nostalgic in the days that I've been living in Alabama.

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Thank you for all your sweet comments and may your day be filled with joy!

Carolyn