Rose Tea Cottage

Where tea is served at half past four




Today I am hosting an afternoon tea over at my lovely friend Melissa's blog, Smitten by Britain. Melissa is an American with an insatiable appetite for all things British. Her fascination with Great Britain started with British rock when she was in her early teens and just grew from there. She once called Britain home and although she left Britain years ago, Britain has never left Melissa. Her blog is full of interesting and informative posts and video clips all about Britain..a true Britophile as she likes to style herself. My darlings, please pop over and join us for tea. You can find us here or by clicking on the photo above. Don't be late lovelies, remember tea is served at half past four.


51 comments:

Hetty Summers said...

I am on my way to the manor Duchess.

Hetty

Karen Roderick said...

How wonderful. I shall definately be there. x

My Passport to Style said...

Hi Duchess, sound wonderful, I must visit, right away! Your easter post that I missed was divine! Sharon xx

Victoria - Florence and Mary said...

I'm putting on my hat and gloves and heading over right now!

Victoria xx

Pierre Le Mont said...

Duchess I tried to leave a comment for Melissa and was unable, any reason why?

Pierre

Federica Simoni said...

mmmmmmmmmmm....che golosi!! la foto è meravigliosa!! ciao!

Kat Ibáñez said...

Dear Duchess, for your sweet words i am sure your friend is a lovely hostess, so will visit her right now.
Hope you have a wonderful tea time.
Hugs and kisses.

Uzbe Girl said...

good tea Duchess me to yur freind now

Olga

Unknown said...

Thanks for the invite!! I was in need of something to do this afternoon :-) I shall bring Patsy too - she loves to accompany me on tea party dates!!

Mayflower said...

Good morning dear Duchess, Ohhh....I've missed a few posts I see. I love the beautiful photo's, so full of colors and delicious food. Ohhh...I must loose some weight, but when I see all of that I'am equal pounds more.
It was a delicous cup of tea and a
enjoy time.
Warmly greeting, Mea

~*~ saskia ~*~ said...

Oooh, wait for me, don't want to miss these gorgeous cookies. Love the blossom on top! xoxo

Chicago Chic said...

Dear Duchess,

This sounds fantastic, I will have to stop by for a visit right now! I hope you are having a lovely week!


Rachel

VM Creation Atelier said...

My sweet heart Duchess!-)*

Thank you SO much for this invitation,my luv!!!
What a cute place there...***

I am also busy with my new post about my short driving holiday through Europa,

Much Love and many,many warmly hugs,

***Violetta***

Michela said...

Duchess, thank you so much for introducing us your wonderful friend, have a great Wednesday! xxx

Draffin Bears said...

Dear Duchess,

Sounds wonderful dear friend.
Will be coming over shortly for tea and biscuits.

Hugs
Carolyn

Unknown said...

Thankyou for the invitation Duchess. I look forward to some tea and cakesxxxxxxxx

Cool Lassi(e) said...

Dear,
Went over, had tea and came back to let you know that I had an awesome time.She and I have something in common..I am as crazy as her about everything British too.. I am even thinking of Emigrating to (London)UK for a few years in few years. I hope my "London Dreams" come true.

Unknown said...

Melissa has a great blog that I love to read. I will have to drop in for tea!

e said...

I just discovered you today via Smitten's, which i also found today. Your blog is stunning, i just love all the pastels and porcelain, teas...and desserts. ;)Exquisite photography. Do you and Jo from A Brit in Tennessee know each other? She would love your blog! Lizzy :)

Debbiedoos said...

That sounds wonderful! Wish you could bring all your bloggie friends, what a treat that would be. Enjoy Duchess! I let my Mom know about your comment, she was tickled to say the least, you have such a nice way to brighten someones day!

Anonymous said...

You are all so very kind for joining the Duchess and I for tea. Thank you for your wonderful comments.

Flaviana said...

Britannia rules ! I'd be delighted to join you ladies. Shall I bring flowers?
xx Flaviana

GwendolynKay said...

I will go have a look. I just took the time to view your whole page here from top to bottom. It is divine all the way through!
Gwen:)

Yvonne @ StoneGable said...

Beautiful photo Duchess! Thank you for the invitation for tea- I'm heading over there now!
Yvone

Nellie's Cozy Place said...

Morning Duchess,
Lovely tea at your friends blog.
Beautiful pics as always, like that cute lil poem in the middle.
I love tea as well.
Have a delightfully lovely day hon,
Blessings Galore,
Nellie

Covnitkepr1 said...

There will never be another Diana. She is missed.
Good blog..Good posts...I'm a follower.

Rizzi said...

GOOD MORNING DUCHESS,
I JUST GOT BACK FROM MELISSA'S BLOG. THANK YOU FOR THE LOVELY INVITE. OUR WEATHER IS COOLER, BUT NO RAIN TODAY, AND THE SUN IS SHINING. ENJOY YOUR DAY. LADY RIZZI

Susie's country cottage said...

Melissa's blog sounds interesting so I'g popping over to have a look now. Thanks for the link.
Susie

mary pernula said...

Your blog is just the coolest, it makes me want to go paint everything pastel and have a tea party. XO MARY

Deanna said...

Spring Blessings to you Duchess!
Our April Showers are on their way and I pray they bring May Flowers.

I have enjoyed our early spring flowers as well as the trees and bushes leafing out.

I want to visit your sweet friend's site. Thank you for sharing your friend with us!
d

jordiegirl said...

Thanks for the invitation Duchess. Sorry I was ten minutes late but I had just been walking with my sister and her new grandson as it is such a lovely afternoon here in Northumberland, England.

Fortunately there was still something left to eat and drink by the time I arrived.

Maggie said...

I'll try to be on time!

Jolie Rosie said...

Precious Duchess thank you for introducing your friend to us, I have my red party dress on and on my way to Melissa.

Kelly said...

Tea dress at the ready!!!

Esther said...

I like pink, I like tea time, but is not habitually in my country,I like your blog, is beatiful, I like porcelaine, I have a small collection of tea cup... my congratulations and I invited you to visit my new blog with the "petit point". I wish that you like it. Thank you.

Madelief said...

Dear Dutchess,

I will take a look! Have a good day!

Lieve groet, Madelief

Eileen said...

What a lovely tea! I just popped over for a visit and am happy to have discovered her interesting blog.

Jill said...

How wonderful, I am in need of a good cup of tea and a lovely biscuit.

Thank you Duchess for you kindness

Hugs RosieP x

PurestGreen said...

What a beautiful spot this is. I have popped over from lovely Melissa's.

Thank you for your wonderful blog.

Maria said...

What would an afternoon be without tea! And what would tea be without a stop here to visit the Duchess!
Today I enjoyed a homemade London Fog in the afternoon sunshine!
It was lovely stopping over to visit Smitten by Britain!
Happy Thursday!
~Maria

Kittie Howard said...

Thank you, Duchess. I thoroughly enjoyed the visit. You have the most delightful ideas. And, I wish you could meet Viola at tea one afternoon. She's an Australian with a delightful blog (Royal Rendevous) that chronicles royal history.

Hamptontoes said...

I've have just found your blog and I'm in love with the music, the colors and the content. Beautiful! I'll be back...perhaps for tea with the Duchess!

Miss Janice said...

Oh, to have tea with you Duchess! You have THE most beautiful blog evah!

Susan said...

ear Duchess, I have posted your "IF" essay on my blog. Thank you for the inspiration!
Blessings!

Susan said...

ear?...Oh, Dear! Dear Duchess!

Kissed by an Angel said...

Dear Duchess
I'm just putting on my posh frock and getting out my best hat!! See you there!!!
xxxx

linda said...

Oh Duchess i just love strawberrys and Quiche i even made up my oun version of one your looks so delightful .Can you keep it warm untill i get there.Thank you for doing this for us .Hugs,Linda

Lola said...

Darling Duchess!
Loved this post!

btw am unfortunately very busy with travel, assignments & deadlines just now so not able to leave comments on yr great blog for a little while. Sorry! :o(

Hope you're having a lovely week

XOXO LOLA:)

si said...

HI THANKS SO MUCH TO YOURS LOVELY WORDS...I REALLY LIKE YOUR PAGE ,IS WONDERFUL PLACE TO SEE ,TO READ,TRANSMIT PEACE,HARMONY....I LIVE IN SÃO PAULO bRASIL AND I WORK WITH PATCHWORK,TISSUE...IN MO9MENT I AM DOING DOOLS AS TILDA (TONNE FINANGER) I LOVE THIS HEHE....AND OTHER THINGS SIMILAR,BUT I LOVE DECORATION VINTAGE...:)
WELL HAVE A GOOD WEEK WITH MANY HAPPINESS
HUG FROM SI

Bob West said...

absolutely enjoyed my visit. Your blog is beautiful.
http://westbob.blogspot.com/2010/04/line-upon-line.html

God Bless, Bob West

Beth said...

Dear Duchess, Thank you for telling us about Melissa. She sounds like an interesting person and her blog deserves a visit - sounds awesome! I love, love, love your blog...it's even fun to scroll down to get to the post comment area - so many lovely pictures to view on the way there! Just gorgeous! Have a fabulous day and I trust I shall see you at tea tomorrow; shall we say 4:30?
Hugs and blessings, Beth

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