You are cordially invited to afternoon tea
at
Rose Tea Cottage

Cream, Sugar or both?

Don't be shy, please help yourself to more!!

Darlings you simply must try one of
these sinfully tealicious pâtisseries

Come and sit with me and we'll take tea
and talk of things that were and things that are to be
of places that we will go and things that we will see
just the two of us, my dear friends and me

Three lovely ladies who enjoy afternoon tea have taken the time to form afternoon tea clubs for all tea lovers of Blogshire. They would like to invite you to join them in posting afternoon tea and/or friendship related articles and photos each Tuesday. Here is your chance to share your lovely tea adornments, a favourite tea or friendship related poem or quote, a delicious recipe or a combination of all of the above.

For More Information, Please contact

Wanda of Plumed Pen hosting Tuesday Tea for Two

Carol of Charli & Me hosting Tea & Friendship Tuesday

Kim of Shabby Pink & Pretty hosting Tea Things Tuesday

I had a great time darlings

Let's do this again next Tuesday!!

These are for you my friends




68 comments:

  1. The Curious Cat17 November 2009 at 11:39

    Wonderful photos - did you take these? xxx

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  2. Shanthi Krishnakumar17 November 2009 at 11:51

    Nice clicks and yummy dishes

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  3. Kelly17 November 2009 at 12:21

    Oh thank you I enjoyed my tea!!
    Milk no sugar and one of those wicked looking scones please!

    So glad to have you back now sweetie
    Hope all is well at Rose
    Tea Cottage? xxx

    Lots of Love

    Kelly
    xxxxx

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  4. Cathie17 November 2009 at 12:24

    good to see you back sweet Duchess!
    lovely idea for tea on tuesdays ♥

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  5. Michela17 November 2009 at 12:36

    Hello Duchess, thank you so much for your lovely message, what a relief knowing that your Dad is on the mend! Thanks for your delicious tea in your precious company!

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  6. Unknown17 November 2009 at 12:49

    I would love to come to one of your afternoon teas daaaaaahling, and yes, I will have some more ;) (you don't really need to ask moi LOL). *kisses* HH

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  7. Anonymous17 November 2009 at 13:03

    Oh the tea was lovley daaaaaaahlin,lol.I did taste a bit of those sweets my my too good. Im off to work, shame I have to do that on such a nice Teatime Tuesday, hope you join you again for some lovelies.HUGS!

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  8. Anonymous17 November 2009 at 13:04

    that was hope to,in my hurry i just type tooo fast.lol

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  9. just me17 November 2009 at 13:09

    Lovely to enjoy a tea break with you. I'm starting my new job tomorrow so will have less time in future but will drop by to enjoy your blog asap xxx

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  10. Preeti Kashyap17 November 2009 at 13:36

    its 7.30 AM and I am craving to have the pâtisseries....yummm....great clicks!

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  11. The Prodigal Tourist17 November 2009 at 14:23

    I hope you don't mind, I think I'll have a little nibble now...

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  12. Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage17 November 2009 at 14:31

    Dear Duchess,
    How scrumptious your tea looks and your Old Country Roses is lovely! My Daddy always loved that pattern. A lovely post today. Have a beautiful day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  13. Maggie17 November 2009 at 14:32

    Ah the tea is lovely... and I love the nibbles. thank you so much!

    Maybe next Tuesday I shall have a tea party myself.

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  14. Sher17 November 2009 at 14:36

    How lovely of you to prepare these wonderful treats for us! I don't mind to sit and have a bit of those scones, thank you very much:)

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  15. jordiegirl17 November 2009 at 14:38

    Tea looks absolutely delicious.

    I'd love to try everything - oooh, that's greedy! Yum yum.

    Tea with milk but no sugar please.

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  16. andsewon17 November 2009 at 14:59

    Oh my Duchess beautiful post as always!!
    I must say though I feel like I need to go jog a bit after indulging in all those wonderful tea cakes and sweets! YUMMY!
    Enjoyed your Tea Tuesday post so much!!
    Lola

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  17. Pink Roses and Teacups17 November 2009 at 15:01

    Hello Duchess,

    Such a pretty post, and yes I would love a cup of tea, and a little treat. Glad to hear your daddy is on the mend. thank you for such a lovely post today as always.

    Debbie

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  18. Jocelyn17 November 2009 at 15:05

    What lovely tea settings. Everything looks so delicious. So very inviting :-)

    Jocelyn
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/

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  19. Unknown17 November 2009 at 15:08

    Dear Duchess
    Your post is a feast for the eyes again. It's a pleasure for me to sip a good tea with cream & sugar in a pretty cup and yummy scones with you..
    Happy Tuesday Duchess!
    love & hugs
    sangeetha

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  20. Unknown17 November 2009 at 15:10

    Oh, what a wonderful afternoon! What could be better than tea served in pretty cups (I have that pattern!) and pretty desserts to eat. I could get used to this!

    Thank you for sharing . . . I'm leaving plum full! LOL!

    Blessings,
    Teresa

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  21. Wanda Lee17 November 2009 at 15:10

    What a delightful sweet surprise dear Duchess, to discover that you were joining us for Tuesday Tea For Two, today at The Plumed Pen, as well as those other delightful "Tuesday Tea", themed blog parties!

    Many thanks for those charming and heartfelt comments as well, reference my earlier comments about how you would have been amused and would have enjoyed "being a 'butterfly' on the wall"..,on my Silken Purse blog the other day!

    Your sweet comments brought tears of joy to my eyes!.., (and a giggle or two as well, of sheer delight).., I will now go back and "drink in", the soothing loveliness of your "royal~teas' post, dearest Duchess!

    My heart is warmed more than words can express, that your precious father is doing well; it brought tears to my eyes, beloved duchess when I read that as he recovered he also wanted a blog; how precious!~ Especially when he realized what a sincere, supportive, joyful, warm and loving community this blogging comunity is.., and he was right!..,

    Much love, hugs and cheers from Silken Purse @The Plumed Pen

    P.S.~So very glad that you are back! ~ Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner my dear; I had a precious friend FROM WAY ACROSS THE OTHER SIDE OF THE COUNTRY, pop in to visit and to stay for a few days quite unexpectedly..,

    ~(I also showed everybody your comment my dear lady! WHAT TREASURE YOU ARE)!

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  22. Madeline's Album17 November 2009 at 15:33

    What a great post. Everything looks so good, I'll try one of each if that is ok with you. I love the cup and saucer, roses are one of my favorite flowers. Have a great day. Madeline

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  23. Priya dharshini17 November 2009 at 15:37

    The Tea time is perfect..I wish i cud own the serving tower i am luking for long time..The desserts are jus awesome..Hope u had g8 time..bye

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  24. Poppy Cottage17 November 2009 at 15:49

    Always a pleasure sweet Duchess!

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  25. Anonymous17 November 2009 at 16:08

    I bet those aren't made with splenda or butter are they?
    I will take two of everything.
    Beautiful.
    Lee

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  26. Victoria - Florence and Mary17 November 2009 at 16:57

    Fabulous tea darling! I won't ask how many weight watchers points are in those glorious treats and just enjoy!

    Victoria xxx

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  27. Anonymous17 November 2009 at 17:03

    I think of cherry lipstick on my teacup with this gorgeous, feminine tea post.

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  28. sarah-jane down the lane17 November 2009 at 17:10

    Dear Duchess your Grace,
    I should like to thank you for such a lovely tea this afternoon, just what I needed to pep me up!

    Glorious china as always and you really must give me the name of your baker!

    Love Sarah x

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  29. maría cecilia17 November 2009 at 17:10

    Good afternoon dear Duchess, I would fly across to have a tea with you every tuesday, would try all those goodies and, please forgive me, if you miss one or two of your wonderful and oh so lovely teacups you will see them featured in my blog as my new treasures!!!
    I love your images to the sky!!!
    Lots of hugs
    María Cecilia

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  30. Abatevintage17 November 2009 at 17:40

    Duchess tea was simply elegant and lovely today. I enjoyed our visit, sorry I spilled my tea cup but at least it washed out ;0)

    I hope this day finds you well. I am still continuing to pray for your dad and family. God bless you.

    Happy Holidays

    Blessings

    ♥´¨)
    ¸.•´¸.•*´¨) ¸.•*´¨)
    (¸.•´ (¸.•´♥ Heidi ♥

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  31. Mary17 November 2009 at 18:09

    Lovely, lovely, lovely! So nice to see you enjoying tea and delicious pastries in such beautiful surroundings! Thank you so much for inviting me...I loved every bite and sip in the beautiful Old Country Roses teacup...I have a complete set...they are my favorites!

    God bless you, Duchess...so nice to visit with you!

    Mary

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  32. Pomona17 November 2009 at 18:52

    That is the china I have on the dresser in my cottage! What good taste we have, my dear!

    Pomona x

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  33. Anonymous17 November 2009 at 19:30

    Hi Duchess,

    Those scones are to die for!
    Hope you and yours are all well?

    Rose XXX

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  34. Jeanette17 November 2009 at 20:07

    The photographs are wonderful, the scones look amazing. Don't pay any attention to the drool on the keyboard. Yummy!

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  35. My Passport to Style17 November 2009 at 20:38

    Hi Duchess, you make me want to set up camp on a chaise lounge and eat fluffy cream cake,I think this is good!Seriously great to have you and youir delightful afteroon teas back in full force!Lovely post!Sharon xxoo

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  36. Anonymous17 November 2009 at 20:43

    Such beautiful dishes. Love the post about sharing tea. Have a lovely day.

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  37. parTea lady17 November 2009 at 20:48

    Everything looks so lovely and the china is beautiful. I think scones are my favorite part of afternoon tea and those look yummy. I enjoyed the poem and my visit.

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  38. LuLu Kellogg17 November 2009 at 20:51

    So lovely to see you posting again dearest Dutchess :) I think I had a wee too many sweets!

    More tea please!

    LuLu~*xoxo

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  39. Auntie sezzzzzz...17 November 2009 at 20:53

    So sweet an invite.

    I could use such, with the news of the day, over here on this side of the pond. -sigh-

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  40. Nanette17 November 2009 at 21:12

    So very pretty, thank you very much. The little heart-shaped pastries are so cute!
    Valerie

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  41. Unknown17 November 2009 at 21:38

    Such delicious little treaties! I'd try them all ...... (I'm not shy, and I'm a little greedy in the cake department)!!
    Thanks for the links, and have a very lovely day :-)
    Hope things going well with you and your family.

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  42. Lucie17 November 2009 at 22:24

    Wonderful! I love visiting the Cottage. Thank you for your lovely message and for following my blog. I visited a couple of websites today that I think you would enjoy. With love - Lucie X

    http://www.royalcollectionshop.co.uk/ - look at the shop - gorgeous christmas treats.

    I am sure you would enjoy tea with these biscuits http://www.biscuiteers.com/

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  43. Vicki17 November 2009 at 22:43

    Hello, Dear Duchess,
    Thank you for the lovely invitation to tea. I would love a cup. I take mine with cream and sugar. The pastries look devine. Your tea pot and cups and saucers are one of my very favorite patterns. Please come and join me at Bunny Cottage. I am having tea today, too. Blessings to you! Vicki

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  44. Holly Loves Art17 November 2009 at 23:22

    LOVELY deliciousness! Thanks so much for sharing. Have a wonderful day.
    Holly

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  45. Claudia17 November 2009 at 23:27

    Oh, tea with you? Yes, please! Everything looks lovely, from the scones and the sweets to the pretty china! Thank you for inviting me.

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  46. Kim17 November 2009 at 23:53

    A lovely post again today. That china teapot is gorgeous and those scones looks so yummy as does that tiered tray of tea sandwhiches. I wish I could crawl inside your pictures to sit at the tea table and feast on all of those goodies.

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  47. Marilyn Miller17 November 2009 at 23:53

    I enjoyed tea with you today, everything was just lovely. I usually try to feature tea on Friday, but maybe I will have to change days after I am finished with touring in Europe.

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  48. Michele's Treasures, Teacups, and Tumbling Rose Cottage18 November 2009 at 01:51

    I'd love to have tea with you...with milk and sugar, of course! ; )
    ~Michele

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  49. Julie Marie18 November 2009 at 01:53

    Hello Duchess... how delightful! Tea was lovely, merci! Blessings to you, hope your daddy is still doing well... love to both of you... Bisous... Julie Marie

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  50. ♥zoe♥18 November 2009 at 02:38

    Oh Sweet Duchess, you're just so sweet, thanks for the lovely tea & cakes:) I'd so grateful being invited today*teehee* How i wish we could have another time of tea party again. Love your previous post of polka dot post so much. Hope you able to see my smile:)

    Have a fab week!
    xoxo
    ♥zoe♥

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  51. ♥zoe♥18 November 2009 at 02:45

    Just g=forget to mention i'm happy to see your coming back blogging! Missing you a lot too:)
    xoxo
    ♥zoe♥

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  52. koralee18 November 2009 at 02:53

    Tea with you...always. Please come and say hi...I am having a giveaway and seeing you are one of my favourite friends I would not want you to miss it.

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  53. Rose18 November 2009 at 06:37

    Oh those assortment of little cakes look perfect! Tonight I will dream of scones after those lovely pictures :)
    Hopeing you and your family are well.

    Rose

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  54. Eileen18 November 2009 at 15:04

    It's like stepping into an elegant world coming here!
    Beautiful photos!
    And the dishes are so sweet with the delicate roses.
    Enjoy!
    All the best to you, Eileen

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  55. Muneeba18 November 2009 at 15:21

    I'm drooling over those scones, Duchess ... really. I could have those at any time of the day, and not just with tea. They just look so fresh and tender .. like they would melt in my mouth!

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  56. Mimi18 November 2009 at 23:47

    HI DUTCHESS!!!!
    I will have to snap a few pics of my tea pot collection!!! I do not use them ever as I really do not like hot tea!!!! I collected them for my daughter's Alice in Wonderland theme baby shower!!!! Maybe I will post some pics of that special day!!!!
    I also just might post a poem about friends!!!!
    You and I are now great friends!!!!
    I so enjoy your blog and I try so hard to hear your lovely English accent as I love a British accent, I mean to say!!!!You will have to teach me a few funny British words like the LOO!!!!! Now that is a funny one!!!!
    hugs my dear!!!
    jamie

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  57. Lynn19 November 2009 at 04:19

    What a lovely tea party. All those delicious looking treats and your beautiful tea pot and cups and saucers. Thank you for inviting me!

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  58. Linens and Royals19 November 2009 at 07:41

    See you next Tuesday Duchess for more of that delicious food and some interesting chatting.

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  59. Rizzi20 November 2009 at 05:25

    HOW LOVELY EVERYTHING LOOKS,YOUR PATISSERIES ARE MOST SINFULLY TEALICIOUS. I LOVE TEA PARTIES, AND SO DO MY GRANDDAUGHTER'S. MY DAUGHTER IS GIVING A CHRISTMAS TEA PARTY IN DECEMBER. MY DAUGHTER'S AND MY GRANDDAUGHTER'S WILL BE COMING, IT SHOULD BE LOVELY. WE HAVE ONE EVERY CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY. YOUR BLOG IS SO DELICIOUS. HAVE A LOVELY DAY. RIZZI
    GIFTS FROM THE SEA

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  60. French Kissed20 November 2009 at 16:36

    Dear Duchess,

    This tea break with you has been a marvelous respite from all of the Thanksgiving prep over here. Again, your presentation is splendid and I would be delighted if I could twist you arm for your delicious scone recipe ~ don't think I have ever had better. Do enjoy your weekend and give my best to your dear father.

    ~Jermaine~

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  61. jordiegirl20 November 2009 at 18:32

    Dear Duchess

    Pop over to my blog and collect your well deserved award from me entitled
    Your Blog Is Over The Top!

    Enjoy.

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  62. BALLET NEWS21 November 2009 at 09:57

    Hello Darling Duchess ! I thoroughly enjoyed taking tea with you - and no calories ! fab !! Have an excellent weekend..... hope you got to the ballet !

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  63. cilla22 November 2009 at 04:27

    hello my dear friend,hope you are doing well,your te biscuits look so lovely today,I'm soo glad too know your papa is doing better,,i have been thinking of you,stop by again soon and have a happy thankgiving,gentle hugs Cilla

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  64. The Gossamer Tearoom23 November 2009 at 13:18

    Dear Gracious Duchess,
    Thank you for the most lovely tea treats! This was a beautiful start to my day. Hoping all is well in your world.

    Wishing you a beautiful day as well!

    Betty

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  65. La Petite Gallery6 December 2009 at 12:44

    First visit,
    the Tea cakes look great,infact everything is lovely.

    Yvonne

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  66. Angela Burman17 January 2010 at 14:24

    Good afternoon from middle England Your Grace. Just called in for a cup of Earl Grey, no milk thank you. I want to somehow slip into the blog and live there forever and ever. Your pictures are exquisite xx

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  67. Vintage Mannequin19 January 2010 at 14:21

    The pictures are absolutely adorable and the cookies look delicious!
    Especially the cupcakes :)
    When can I come for tea, your excellence ?
    P.S. Will you be so kind to take a look at my handmade accessories ?

    Hera Baroque
    http://brosefrumoase.blogspot.com

    Thank you!

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  68. Shirley @ Kokken6921 January 2010 at 12:22

    My dear Lady Duchess, what a lovely site you have here. I always marvel how things happen and in the sequence they happen. I have recently discovered another enchanting blog that is all Edwardian charm - Carolyn's Aiken House & Gardens. Now I have the good fortune to get to know another pretty blog that is all sweet English Rose - I am traveling now in India hence, I could only scroll through your blog in haste but I could already tell you have a Girly English heart :). Will be following you and be back for more. Thanks for letting me find you!

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