You are cordially invited to a bridal shower
Tea Party
Please wear a Victorian Hat
That’s what the delightful invitation I received a few weeks ago read.
The first thing I did was an excited little dance at the prospect of going to a bridal shower for my friend’s daughter and attending a tea party. One that required a Victorian hat.
I set about fashioning a hat using a bridal hat for a base. I couldn’t find any colored feathers, so I used a mixture of food coloring and vinegar to die a few white ones. They turned out perfect!
I think my favorite thing on the hat is the polka dot bow. I used a length of organza to sew a long strip then crimped it into a bow and sewed the middle together to hold it in place.
With my hat done, I was ready to party.
And, oh, what a beautiful party it was.
Guests walked in the door to find this absolutely amazing table.
Complete with silver service, lovely tea cups and decadent treats.
I did mention the treats, didn’t I? There were scones with lemon curd, strawberry jam and cream. We also enjoyed finger sandwiches, sweet strawberries, lemon tarts, and, of course, tea!
I was in love with this tea cup. Just so pretty!
It was a blissfully wonderful way to celebrate a bridal shower. In addition to the delicious food, we enjoyed a few games, laughing at each others’ hats, and watching the bride-to-be open her gifts.
A huge thank you to our beautiful hosts for creating such a fun afternoon! You two outdid yourselves!
And congrats to L – may you have a long, happy life with your sweetheart!
She Who Loves Tea Parties and Bridal Showers
Savvy Entertaining 
What fun it must have been for everyone at the tea party. I’ll have to keep it in mind in case I am fortunate enough to host one myself. Clever you, dying those feathers. I would have been afraid that they would clump together and be a mess. Your hat was lovely and the table very inviting. I love teacups too, never seen an ugly one yet. Well now, back to The Christmas Cowboy audio. Loving it!
Aw, thanks Judy! I had a moment of panic while dying the feathers – they looked like a clumped together mess. But I placed them on a paper towel to dry overnight and the next morning they were fluffy and pink! It was really easy to color them. So glad you are enjoying Tate and Kenzie’s audio romance! 😉