Wednesday, January 23, 2013

VALENTINE WHIMSY

Good morning tea loving friends and welcome to my blog where I have set up a little Valentine Whimsy on the kitchen buffet that I will share today:




I highly recommend this Harney
tea called "Paris".  It is delicious.




We are in for the long haul of winter here in Colorado but are having very mild temperatures.  It is sunny for the most part. We get lots of sunshine but we are terribly in need of moisture.


 Now that Christmas is past it is fun to turn to other decorations and celebrations to enjoy!



Valentines Day is a friendly time
Where hearts are shared
And tea is kind
Let us focus on love to share
And friendships born with tea time wares.
Bernideen


In the winter we spend more of our our time inside so one of my projects has been to work on my recipes at the kitchen table. I decided it was time to pull authentic "English" recipes away from others and create their own category in my 3 drawer recipe file cabinet.  This has been fun. I found some great recipes here:   http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/ 
Besides many other recipes, there are about 49 recipes on the site under "afternoon tea".


What sort of things have you been doing "inside" while it is cold out?
I need to say that this teaset was later sold
on my Etsy site!
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29 comments:

  1. BethJanuary 23, 2013 at 12:17 PM

    Hi Bernideen, I absolutely adore your Valentine teaset! It is gorgeous! I was looking for my Valentine decor earlier today and couldn't find it. :-( I need to go back down the basement and look again, for Valentine's Day will be here very soon. Thanks for sponsoring Friends Sharing Tea.
    xo Beth

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  2. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenJanuary 23, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    Hi Bernideen, you have the most whimsical decorations that I just adore!!!!! The character just make me smile. Your valentine tea service is so pretty, too. Thanks for hosting and stay warm and cozy.

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  3. Judith @ Lavender CottageJanuary 23, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    A sweet little poem Bernideen, well done! Who wouldn't love your valentine hearts china; it would certainly be centre stage for a valentine's tea.
    Judith

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Hi Bernideen! Oh, this is just wonderful. What lovely decorations you have and your flowers. Wihs I could pop over for tea!
    Thanks for coming to see me today.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  5. HarrietJanuary 23, 2013 at 1:32 PM

    I love your valentine tea. Here in Michigan we are in a deep freeze...I've been cleaning drawers and cupboards and closets. My reward....tea and a cookie.

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  6. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJanuary 23, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    What a whimsical tea table! It's a happy table, and this time of year, we surely need to dwell on happy thoughts and times! It's very cold here this week on the Island so hot tea is indeed welcome these days.
    I really like all your Valentine inspired tea things. I have only the one teacup in that pattern. Thank you for sharing this with my party and enjoy the rest of your week.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  7. JocelynJanuary 23, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    Oh Wow! How I love your sweetheart tea pot and china!! Such a lovely Valentine's table.


    Jocelyn @
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/

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  8. Linda JenningsJanuary 23, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Waht a fun Valentine's whimsical table!

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  9. Two Cottages And TeaJanuary 23, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    Hi Bernideen,
    Love your Valentine teaset! Your sweet valentine girl is the cutest! My favorite! A beautiful valentine post with a touch of whimsy! Thank you for hosting your party this week!
    Nancy

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  10. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry)January 23, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    Hi Bernideen, I've been setting a cozy tea table inside while the outdoor temperatures are in the single digits here in New England. I love your header and the heart teapot. I'm thinking I should perhaps link to your party, as I have my tea things on my post today! Have a nice evening! Linda

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  11. sandyJanuary 23, 2013 at 7:49 PM

    I love the little valentine ladies! Whimsies are my favorite. Your heart china is so cute for Valentine's Day!
    Have a wonderful week! sandy

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  12. NanaDianaJanuary 23, 2013 at 9:17 PM

    Bernideen- What a beautiful tribute to Valentine's Day. I love all your decorations and that one character towards the end just makes me smile. Have a wonderful night- xo Diana

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  13. Wendy@Once upon a rose havenJanuary 23, 2013 at 11:34 PM

    Hi Bernideen,
    Your tea setting is so pretty! I also love your valentine china!
    Stay warm! XO
    ~Wendy

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  14. Jean | DelightfulRepast.comJanuary 24, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    Bernideen, what a sweet, sweet table you've set! You have me wanting to visit Colorado even in the middle of winter!

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  15. xinexJanuary 24, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    This is really very cute. I love your hearts tea set and love that girl figurine too!...Christine

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  16. Johanna GehrleinJanuary 24, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    Hi Bernideen,
    this hearty china is so cute. Perfect for the event and all your sweet decorations also. Thank you for sharing this nice table. Winter is here also not too cold but lots of snow. Its really good for the garden. Thank you for sharing this delight and for hosting this wonderful event.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  17. RizziJanuary 24, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    HI BERNIDEEN,
    I LOVE VALENTINE'S DAY......I STILL MAKE MY OWN VALENTINE CARDS.....YOUR TEAPOT IS LOVELY AND YOUR TREASURES ARE JUST BEAUTIFUL.....OUR WEATHER IS SO COLD, RIGHT NOW, YOU ARE LUCKY... WE ARE SUPPOSED TO GET SNOW TOMORROW...
    HAVE A LOVELY DAY......RIZZI

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  18. ~Lavender Dreamer~January 24, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    I love all of the special details! Your little girl sure is sweet! Have fun...Enjoy!

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    I am in love with the little lady wearing the banner - when you get done with her, please send her to me ;) Gorgeous teapot set, lovely design. Thanks for sharing the beauty, I saw your link at The Charm of Home.

    Mary

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  20. SusanJanuary 24, 2013 at 6:48 PM

    Bernideen, I love that tea pot! I always get misty visiting your blog and remember going to Tea with my daughter. A pot of tea certainly takes the chill off,XOXO

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  21. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJanuary 24, 2013 at 7:30 PM

    Bernideen, your tea party is simply adorable. You sure know how to set a sweet table! Love your tea set and both of your primitive little Valentine ladies. The heart head one is so whimsical. I have a couple of the Victorian heart shaped plates. Thanks so much for sharing with Share Your Cup. I will surely share this when I do my 'showing a little love" posts starting Feb. 1st.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  22. DeniseJanuary 24, 2013 at 10:27 PM

    Loved taking My time browsing every thing on your valentine tea table.All was so pretty. I've mentioned to you a few times before.I'm turned down from the particular Co. that you use to link up with.Their competitor I never have a problem with.You're the only person I've ever mentioned this to.I have no idea what I do wrong.

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  23. Lady LindaJanuary 24, 2013 at 10:30 PM

    Very fun Valentine goodies Bernideen! I love Valentines Day and all that goes with it.
    I didn't realize you were having such a dry season in Colorado. It's been cold here but now it has warmed up and it's pouring rain tonight.
    Love ya,
    Linda

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  24. Marilyn MillerJanuary 24, 2013 at 10:39 PM

    What have I been doing, why drinking tea for sure.
    And having a book give away on my blog right now for Herbal Teas.

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  25. Adorned From AboveJanuary 25, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    Your valentine tea set is so sweet. I love all of your decorations also. I have a link party called Wednesdays Adorned From Above Blog Hop and would love to have you share this and any other posts with everyone. It runs from Tuesday night through midnight Sunday. Here is the link to the party.
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com/2013/01/wednesdays-adorned-from-above-blog-hop_22.html
    Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above

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  26. Angela McRaeJanuary 25, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    I love everything about Valentine's Day, and your heart-splashed teawares are just delightful!

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  27. JuneJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Love your blog! I saw the link on Cindy's Grandma's Tea Room blog.

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  28. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonFebruary 4, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Hi Bernideen,
    I am featuring you on my "Showing a Little Love" challenge today.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    Beyond gorgeous, I just love it! Tell me about your little angel lady - I have one like it, mine is holding a Christmas wreath. I would love to find others but don't know if they have a name. Thanks!

    Mary

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