Saturday, June 25, 2011

Time For the Madness

Tea Party, Part I

I kept getting interrupted all afternoon so this post has taken much longer preparing than I anticipated. No matter, I’m here now and ready to party on down (dude)…



Tea Party, Part III


Tea Party, Part II

I have to give a big shout out in gratitude to my sister for sitting for the photos here. Hosting a tea party outside in the middle of the Irish summer wasn’t one of my most inspired ideas ever. There were other guests invited, but I could hardly fault them for not turning up considering the weather. Put very simply, it was raining. It’s always raining here. Even now when it’s not raining, it really is raining. It’s just not as noticeable.  Anyway, thanks so much missus! 


Tea Party, Part IV




 Tea Party, Part V


 
 We started off in the garden and later, when it looked like there might be a little respite from the rain gods, decided to move the shenanigans to the park. Sadly said rain gods were enjoying toying with us a little too much and gave us just enough time to sit down and poor a brew before opening the heavens on us.  Charlie was really starting to enjoy himself too!




All in all it was a brief but enjoyable sort of do. Definitely worth getting a little soggy for the sake of all those tasty treats! Mmm, Jammy Dodgers… I’d forgotten how nice these are dipped in tea so that the biscuit goes soggy and the jam is all chewy. I hope I have some left in the cupboard actually, I could do with a cuppa to accompany me on my imminent trip around the mayhem.






Well my friends, now that’s done I’m off to join in the rest of the festivities. Can’t wait to see what everyone’s come up with! First thing first, however. Kettle, on, now. 

Oh, and I almost forgot, thank you so much to Vanessa for being such a fantastic host!


59 comments:

  1. KathyJune 25, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    I'll be back (says Arnold from The Terminator)

    Love the picture btw - Kathy

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  2. Theresa MacNaughtonJune 25, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    I can't wait! I'm sure it will be lovely.

    Feel free to pop on over for a tea party with me:
    http://faeriemooncreations.blogspot.com/2011/06/its-mad-tea-party.html

    I'll be back to visit with you!!! :)

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  3. Italian PostcardsJune 25, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    If I don't make it back later, I just wanted to say that I LOVE your hat.

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  4. RóisínJune 25, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Phew! That took far longer than I'd anticipated, but I got there in the end. Thanks for these early comments folks, I'm starting my adventure at your places right now :)

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  5. Vilt og vakkertJune 25, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Heisann!

    Could you, please, ask Vanessa to invite me to the tea party next time! I drink tea at any time!
    ;:OD)
    We had also rain for the party last night. Now the sun is shining. I am sitting on the veranda writing with the sun in my back...

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  6. Buccaneers and Ball GownsJune 25, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    I LOVED your tea party! Nothing like a little rain to make a cuppa extra cozy I would say. Thanks for having me!

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  7. JorgelinaJune 25, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Wonderful post!
    All beautiful and fun.
    Hugs

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  8. HeathenJune 25, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Roisin you are so creative! Looks like a wonderful tea party, even if it is raining. Your sister is lovely and so kind to sit for the photos.

    Please drop by for a visit when you get the chance!

    Hugs!

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  9. KathyJune 25, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Well for the second time this week I'm thinking of McArthur Park. YOU are probably waaaay to young for that. Richard Harris belting out, "Someone left the cake out in the raaaaaaaaaaaaiiiiiiiiiiinnnnnnnnnn.."

    This was charming. Absolutely charming. Your sister is a doll for sitting out in the blasted rain with cakes and jammy dodgers and all that. It looks like you two made the best of it and had fun. And how come you folks have the best names for food? How come? YOU have Jammy Dodgers and we have cookies with names as eloquent as Jam Filled Nasty Tasting Imitation Shortbread Cookie or some such nonsense. Now, I'm wishing I had some Jammy Dodgers. And I'll be saying the name all day. Jammy Dodgers, Jammy Dodgers, Jammy Dodger.... hahaha
    Happy Tea Party Day to you!
    Kathy

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  10. AnonymousJune 25, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Oh, just lovely!!

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  11. Kim, Bonne Nuit DesignsJune 25, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Beautiful photographs! What a very lovely blog--------I'd like to visit again : )
    ~Kim
    Bonne Nuit Designs
    http://faeriebootsandfoiegras.wordpress.com

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  12. SarahJune 25, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    I enjoyed your party in the park-we had a similar experience last weekend when we had planned a picnic-we got soaked but it was fun! You have reminded me that I have some jammy dodgers in a jammy dodgered shaped tin which I must go and eat one of now!

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  13. RobinJune 25, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    So sorry I am late
    For this important date.
    I'm still making my way down the list.

    With too little time
    I'm leaving this rhyme
    For I'm adamant about wanting to persist.

    All this running about
    Has left me dry in the mouth.
    Might I have a cup of tea?

    Your biscuits with jam
    And those cakes as well
    Are all so tempting to me.

    Oh my, the time
    It goes so fast
    I must be on my way

    But fear not friend
    I shall return
    Please……Have a beautiful day.

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  14. DeannaJune 25, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Oh what a lovely party! I love your pictures :) Thank you so much for having me to tea!

    Hugs,
    Deanna
    http://www.scrappilyeverafter-cheriese.blogspot.com/

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  15. LaurenJune 25, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    What a lovely tea party, the photos and surroundings are beautiful! Thank you so much for inviting me :) ~Lauren

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  16. JenJune 25, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Lovely tea party! One of these days I'll have to try Jammy Dodgers with my tea. One benefit of all the rain is the lush green surroundings!

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  17. CameronJune 25, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    Beautiful pictures....all the rain sure makes things green!
    ....And green is my most favorite color of all!!

    Your description of that yummy dippable cookie makes me need to go find something sweet...now!
    Thank you for having me....I'm off to raid the pantry :)

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  18. ❀~Myrna~❀June 25, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    I have enjoyed your party very much.
    Happy UnBirthday to you !
    Blessings,
    ~Myrna
    http://daylily777-myenchantedhome.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party.html

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  19. ShellJune 26, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Even with the rain, your Tea Party is lovely.

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  20. SarahJune 26, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    So sorry it rained on your party! But you seem to have captured lovely photos despite the rain. I sooooo enjoyed your party. Very clever with the images woven in among the photos. ~ Sarah

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  21. KellyJune 26, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Gorgeous pictures! I think that the rain made the colors even richer. Just lovely!

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  22. KarlaJune 26, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    How beautiful Mad Tea Party! Loved every single picture of it! That unannounced furry guest is so cute!

    Thanks for having me over!

    xo,
    Karla
    www.dreamaginarius.com

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  23. JJJune 26, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Even I looked in. Just so you know. It made me think of 'Fare thee well, me black haired diamond' and how much I used to like Jammie Dodgers. Next trip to Sainsbury's. Splash out.

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  24. Resin AngelsJune 26, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Everything about that was so beautiful!!

    Thanking you for visiting my blog :D

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  25. Theresa MacNaughtonJune 26, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    Ok - I'm back! What a BEAUTIFUL tea party. I'd love to try some of those biscuits...yum. And I always take cream in my tea. Delicious! Thanks for inviting me to a lovely party!!!!

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  26. fairiemoonJune 26, 2011 at 1:28 AM

    What a lovely post! I have done a week of outdoor Alice-y festivities for my blog and it has been pouring buckets here. At one point I was lying on the soggy mossy ground, huddled under an umbrella being held by my daughter while rain poured all around us. But it was worth it.

    Have a mad party!
    Erin :)

    http://www.fairiemoon.typepad.com/weathertop

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  27. DeborahJune 26, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    Lovely tea party just lovely! I love your blog and I am going to follow you!

    p.s. You have a nice sister and I love Charlie!

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  28. Lady GodivaJune 26, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    I love the tea party set up! Every thing looks lovely. I like the mis-matched cups and the plaid blanket, and the treats....yummy!

    Everything is so lush and green! :)

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  29. NatalieJune 26, 2011 at 2:11 AM

    I agree, definitely worth getting a little soggy :) it looks like a lovely party!

    I'm also taking part in the Mad Tea Party blog hop and hope that you'll visit my party to have some fun there too :)

    http://modernwomans.blogspot.com/2011/06/welcome-to-my-english-tea-party.html

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  30. Nana MariJune 26, 2011 at 2:16 AM

    What a lovely tea party, regardless of the rain! Beautiful photos, and how kind of your lovely sister to pose for them. The sweet stuff looks delectible! Yummy! Thanks for sharing!

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  31. Kathryn CostaJune 26, 2011 at 2:28 AM

    You may be running late by others clocks but I see for me just in time! Love your photos -- well done indeed!

    I have a little party of my own and gifts for all of my guests. I do hope you can stop by.

    Follow this direct link: http://collagediva.typepad.com/collagediva/2011/06/tea-party.html

    Have a sweet day!
    Kathryn, Collage Diva

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  32. UnknownJune 26, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    This was fun! You looked so wan looking sitting there all alone. I hope the puppy joined you for a wee sip. This was a lovely post. *smiles* Norma
    p.s. I hope you ate every cookie!!

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  33. Sylvia SmiserJune 26, 2011 at 3:20 AM

    Great tea party! Thank you for having me!
    I do hope you will come by my tea party too.
    http://www.anaboocreationsbysylvia.blogspot.com
    Happy Travels,
    Sylvia

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  34. PabkinsJune 26, 2011 at 4:19 AM

    Picnic tea how lovely! I love your photos! you did a wonderful job with your post. I hope you decide to visit my party.
    Tabitha
    http://daylily777-myenchantedhome.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party.html

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  35. The Weekend ArtistJune 26, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    I love your teaparty eventhough it rained you were able to catch some wonderful images and its all worth it! Hope u can hop on by for some tea!Ill be dropping by once in awhile if you dont mind!

    http://theweekendartist.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party-2011-by-weekend-artist.html

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  36. LauraJune 26, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    This is lovely... I really like what Sarahs got on... though still in a bit of shock that she sat still and posed for you :) looks like you had fun, feel free to come do something similar in Skipton, I promise ill come drink tea (well coffee) rain or not :D

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  37. Joyce van der LelyJune 26, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    what a wonderful tea party!! I thoroughly enjoyed having a cup with you !
    Come visit mine too !
    ♥
    Joyce
    http://jetdtsetters.blogspot.com

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  38. Linda DianeJune 26, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Oh, I have never been to Ireland, and now I can say I've attended a tea party there! Luscious greenness. So sorry you got a bit wet in the preparatons. Have some extra sweets to console yourself! ; ) That Charlie is a cutie pie, and what a sis to help you out!

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  39. CaroleeJune 26, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    What a perfectly lovely tea party! Thanks so much for inviting me!

    ♥ Carolee

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  40. UnknownJune 26, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    oh my word....what a LOVELY whimsical escape for tea. I am so glad that I participated in this tea party as I have found so many great blogs. This was fantastic. Thank you for visiting me for tea as well.

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  41. AnonymousJune 26, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    LOVE!!! Sorry it was raining, but the setting and Jammy Dodgers look fab!
    Hugs,
    Zuzu

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  42. DanniJune 26, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    It's all so beautiful, dear, and the photos are so wonderful that I feel like I could have been sitting there being toyed with by the rain gods with you.

    I'm running late with my visiting, but I wanted to let you know that I stopped by for a cuppa all the same! xox

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  43. AnonymousJune 26, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    We had deluges of rain ehre as well, so I ahd to go a different route with my party. I do have some wonderful MUD shots for another day.

    I enjoyed what looks like an idyllic part in your park.


    http://dogsmom.wordpress.com/2011/06/24/dreaming-madly-of-tea/

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  44. The Gossamer TearoomJune 26, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    No worries about the time! This party goes on for days and days! I just love the atmosphere of your party! Just perfect!

    Please visit with me when you have a moment:
    http://gossamertearoom.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party-2011.html

    Wishing you a Happy Mad Tea Party Weekend!

    Betty

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  45. AlphaBetsyJune 26, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Oh so lovely!! And how sweet of your sister to brave the rain with you. I felt so much a part of your party with your gorgeous photos. Thank you for sharing.

    <3

    Betsy

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  46. mirsini's creationsJune 26, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Wonderful photos!!!! Wonderful post!!!!
    I like your style girl!!! What a delightful Mad Tea party, although you had some rain!!! I LOve the photos!!!!!
    Your dog Charlie is really cute and those biscuits looks really yummie!!!
    Kisses and hugs!! :o))

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  47. http://afancifultwist.typepad.comJune 26, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    OH! That was beyond beautiful! I mean a real authentic tea party, of the mad variety, in a green wonderland. Your treats are beautiful too!! Thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful visit!!

    Love, A Fanciful Twist

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  48. NatashaJune 26, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Thankyou for sharing such a very civilised and delightful party! xx

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  49. AnonymousJune 26, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    A lovely party despite the rain. :)
    Charlie is a cutie, too!

    Hope you have a chance to taste the fun at my party:
    http://www.inthelandofspice.com/spiceblog/spiceblog/Entries/2011/6/25_Mad_Tea_Party.html

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  50. Scrap VampJune 27, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Thanks so much for inviting me to this enchanting tea party! I had a lot of fun! I hope you will visit my tea party as well!

    http://scrapvamp.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party-2011.html

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  51. Carousel DreamsJune 27, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    I did enjoy your tea party...don't worry, we are in the midst of winter here downunder, so my tea party was of the inside variety! Lots of fun still...thankyou so much for having me...

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  52. La DinetteJune 27, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Wow, i love the pictures! I love your dress and your teacups!!!

    Ireland is such a beautiful place, i've been there only once ( twas in Arklow) and i really liked the people!

    Eloïse from France!

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  53. RachelJune 27, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Sorry for the late comment, I'm slowly working my way around all these tea parties.

    I thought your sisters outfit was gorgeous!

    It looked like such a gorgeous tea party and all that rain just makes everything greener. :-)

    If you haven't already please pop in to my tea party
    http://phoenixra.blogspot.com/

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  54. MichelleJune 27, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    What a lovely tea party with such yummy goodies to eat! And how sweet of your sister to play Alice! Thanks for sharing, Michelle

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  55. dena millerJune 27, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    Beautiful Party...great pictures!!!!

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  56. Mad Madam MelJune 28, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    What a fabulous party, thankyou so much for inviting me, I had such a great time :)

    thankyou for stopping by my party too, i hope you enjoyed it as much as i did :)
    mad madam mel x

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  57. SusanJune 28, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    such a lovely picnic tea! thanks for the invite, those rain gods, we had them here for a too long period, and then the day of my photo shoot it was extremely hot and humid. Charlie is adorable, your sweets look oh so delightful, and your sister is a sweetie for helping you out!
    Please come visit mine.
    Susan

    http://piecesoffatesusan.blogspot.com/2011/06/fanciful-twists-mad-tea-party-2011.html

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  58. Donna~Q~June 30, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Just catching up on my reading list tonight, so am a bit late to the party :~/ It looks like it was an utterly delightful time!

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  59. DellaJune 30, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Oh, Roisin, what a gorgeous party you've had, I'm so sorry I didn't take part this year!! I love your photographs – you have just the right props and dress – the madness really becomes you :) and.. is the typography yours? It's beautiful! All the best wishes.

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