Welcome to Tea on Tuesday
The vibrant Autumn colors are surrounding us here at the Lake. We have beautiful mid-October scenery!
“It must be October, the trees are falling away and showing their true colors.” — Charmaine J. Forde
I am honored to be a guest for Tea on Tuesdays once again, where I get to join my dear friends Pam at Everyday Living and Mary from Home is Where the Boat Is. On the third Tuesday of each month, these two gals share the most darling tea settings and their favorite teas. I am tickled to be a guest again. Thank you ladies for having me.
Links for their attractive tea settings will be found at the end of this post.
“Teatime is a chance to slow down, pull back, and appreciate our surroundings.”—Letitia Baldridge
We are enjoying a delightful tea time in the lake house’s dining room. This beautiful pumpkin tea cup is a gift from my daughter-in-love and it brings me joy with its charming pumpkin stem handle and delicate pumpkin leaves. Even the saucer is shaped like a pumpkin. You, too, have a place at the table. I found another pumpkin tea cup just for you! This one is just a little different, and its saucer is a pumpkin leaf.
Sharing a cup of tea with a friend is a beautiful chance to connect and savor life’s simple pleasures.
“If you have found someone to take tea with, then you have found a friend for life.” —Earlene Grey
I selected Pumpkin Spice tea from The Republic of Tea for us. It is flavorful with Black Tea, ginger, cinnamon, sweet blackberry leaves, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. It will warm you on this chilly day.
Please help yourself to the Pumpkin Spice Scones I made just for us. They are pretty tasty and not too sweet. The little pumpkins are Italian Chocolates. We must never say no to chocolate. Correct?
You may add butter, Maple Pumpkin Butter, or Fig Jam to the scones. The treats go so well with the Pumpkin Spice Tea. I also included my version of clotted cream. I whip heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks are formed, then fold in 1/4 cup of sour cream along with 1-1/2 Tablespoons of confectioner’s sugar. Add more sugar if you like it sweeter. (There is no cooking involved.) This is definitely not clotted cream, but I like to pretend that it is.
Here is a closer look at our tasty toppings for our scones and today’s flavorful tea.
I gathered some beautiful flowers from our gardens at the lake house and added them to the mason jars in Sweet Man’s Tool Box. I combined Lime Light Hydrangeas and stems from our dogwood tree, then added a few faux stems and pumpkins for charm and orange vibrancy. We still have my Mom’s Mason Jars, which she used to can vegetables from her garden. They most likely are 60-100 years old. I had to use them in the centerpiece today. ❤️
After the white petals of the Dogwood Tree fall to the ground, the berries begin to emerge. Initially, they appear green and resemble tiny acorns. I love seeing them in today’s fall flower arrangement. As the fall season progresses, the berries transform into vibrant red berries.
The creamer and sugar bowl were a delightful find on Etsy. I was so pleased when they arrived and knew they would go perfectly with the tea cups and the Pumpkin Teapot.
The bejeweled trinket box bird belonged to my mother-in-law. I know she is happy to see that I have set it out.
It’s finally warm enough to sit on the back patio and we can enjoy the rest of our tea by the fire.
There is room for us to set our Teacups on the potting bench.
What a beautiful day we had and such wonderful conversation. I’m so glad you joined me for tea.
“A cup of tea makes everything better.” —Bindi Irwin
I am so grateful that Mary and Pam extended their invitation to me for Tea On Tuesdays. Please be sure to visit these Tea Loving Gals. Their tea settings never fail to bring joy and delight.
Mary from Home is Where the Boat Is.
Thank You
As I always try to convey… we sure do appreciate all of you. Thank you for joining us for another Tuesday Tidbits.
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Happy fall!
And the same to you! It’s a chilly one this morning. 33 degrees!
Good Morning Nancy! Your pumpkin spice scones look delicious! I’ll take mine with some maple pumpkin butter and a little clotted cream. I love your sweet pumpkin teacups! The make such a pretty set with your new-to-you creamer and sugar, and pumpkin teapot. Love your mix of fresh and faux stems in your mom’s mason jars in the tool box. What a wonderful tribute to her, along with the sweet bird trinket box. Love how you have your pretty potting bench styled for fall! I had to chuckle that you’re waiting for it to be warm enough to sit on the patio and it’s finally cooling down enough for us to sit on ours. 😊 We’re so happy to have you join us for tea today. ☕ Wishing you a beautiful fall week ahead! 🍂 🍁 🧡
Thank you so much for having me Mary it was a joy! I love Tea on Tuesdays!
Thank you for your sweet comments dear one.
Happy Tuesday!
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Good morning, Nancy. The opening scene of the lake is stunning! Both teacups are lovely and the pumpkin spice tea sounds wonderful for this cool autumn morning. I would love one of your home-baked pumpkin spice scones, they look delicious. I never, never say no to chocolate! I love Stonewall Kitchen products and I have fig preserves in my pantry. The jars of blooms in Sweet Man’s toolbox make a beautiful display on your table. What a special memory to use your mom’s mason jars. How sweet are the sugar and creamer along with the jeweled bird box sitting atop the leather book, it makes for a pretty vignette. It is a wonderful idea to take the tea outside by the fire. The potting bench is beautiful with all of its fall decor!
It is a pleasure to have you join us for tea, Nancy! Your teatime is perfectly charming 🧡
I am always honored to be a guest on Tea On Tuesdays.
Fall is a time to gather with friends, and the best way to do that is with tea and fall treats! Thanks so much for enjoying our time together today.
Yum! It’s definitely a tea time vibe here. Love this post, Nancy. 🥰❤️🥰
Thank you so much, Victoria! I love everything Tea! I love sharing my collection of teacups and teapots. Thank you so much for stopping by. The scones were delicious! 😘
Mmmm! I bet! 🥰😜🥰
Good Morning Nancy! I certainly enjoyed sipping Pumpkin Spice tea with you! Your pumpkin teapot and cups and saucers are so cute, as is the Etsy cream and sugar and those adorable leaf bowls! Such a pretty Autumn tea table, and yes please, I’d love a pumpkin scone. Your flower arrangement is lovely, and it’s so special that you incorporated things from your husband, mother and mother in law in your vignette. The fire on your patio looks so inviting! Thank you for a delightful time!
Jenna
Jenna, it was lovely of you to join me. A fall gathering with friends is special, and you made it even more special! Thank you!
Beautiful and very thoughtfully done!!! Love your pictures AND your writing.
Thank you dear one! I am so glad you enjoyed!!
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Nancy, your pumpkin tea set is adorable and perfect for teatime. How special to spend time at your table and around your fire pit. The scones look wonderful and your pretty flowers are special with special thoughts. I thank you for time spent with you this crisp Fall morning. Hugs
I am thrilled you came by for tea! It’s always wonderful to spend time with friends. Thank you so much for your sweet comments!
Happy Tuesday!
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Happy Tea on Tuesday to you, Nance. May all your October days be so lovely.
Thank you kindly, Mr. Mark! Same to you, dear friend!
You are the tea hostess with the most esthetic, Nancy! How fun to stage this beautiful autumn tea time. Your tea cups and decor are darling. I’m more of a coffee person, but I have plenty of pumpkin spice coffee and creamer! Enjoy your cold nights around the fire. Our weather is about to change too. 🍁🍂
Thank you, Terri! How kind of you to stop by and enjoy!
Sending you warm wishes for the rest of October!
I tried to write hostess with the mostest. 😆
I love it!!
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I’m in love with all of these photos. They are so seasonally festive! I’ve never been much of a tea connoisseur but I like the idea of slowing down and sharing a cup with a friend. I might have to adopt the practice!
It’s a beautiful time to invite the neighbors over. Everyone likes sweet treats, so why not offer some lovely tea in a gorgeous teacup?
I hope you give it a try.
Thank you for all the love, my friend!
Lots of pretty eye candy here, Nancy. Love the darling pumpkin tea cups, along with your sweet teapot and cream and sugar. I do think I need to find myself a pumpkin teapot! The pumpkin spice scones and delicious tea pumpkin spice tea sounds delicious. I am in love with the tool box of blooms from your garden. The Lime Light Hydrangeas and stems from your dogwood tree are beautiful, and I like the way you added a few faux stems and pumpkins for a touch of autumn. So happy you joined Mary and Pam this week. Truly a delight!
Sarah, it is so good to meet you. Thank you for having a spot of tea with me. I enjoy making new friends. Thank you so much for your sweet comments!
Come again, why don’t you?
I just found your blog. Love it.
Oh, how wonderful! Thank you so much for having a spot of tea with me. I enjoy making new friends. I hope you come again!
Take good care, my friend.
Nancy, your tea table is delightful! Those scones look delicious and the toppings and faux clotted cream are calling my name. Your teacups are darling as well as your pumpkin teapot.
How special to have antique Mason jars from your mother. Your arrangement in your hubbys tool box is a great focal point. I really enjoyed my visit for tea today.
Bonnie, its so good to hear from you! How are you? The last time I checked in with you… You were with family on a beach vacation.
Hope all is well.
Thank you for all your sweet comments. It’s always good to hear from dear friends.
Happy October!
Oh Miss Nancy, I must agree. The creamer and sugar bowl were a delightful find and go in so well with your existing tea ‘things’ and that Pumpkin Spice Tea sounds so delightful. Beyond doubt, you are the ‘Hostess with the Mostest’. I’m off to get a cuppa tea (right now) to enjoy while I re-read your post. 🎃🧡🍂
Oh, Clare Darling, I am so glad you joined me. I am always happy to share my tea fun with friends. Thanks so much for enjoying all the love I shared today.
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What a lovely tea, and tea things! Nice to slow down a bit and savor.
Indeed, my friend!
I am especially glad we shared Teatime together!
Thanks for stopping by.
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Nancy, what a lovely autumn tea you have set! Your floral centerpiece is gorgeous, and those pretty pumpkin teacups, teapot, and sugar and creamer make a most perfect setting. I’m wanting a pumpkin teapot now after seeing yours. The scones and tea pairing sound delicious. I have so enjoyed my visit for tea. Have a wonderful week, sweet friend!
Life is not complete unless you have a pumpkin Teapot! 😄
Thank you so much for sharing tea with me today.
I am so glad you came.
I am wishing you a wonderful day!
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This is stunning Nancy!! You know how much I love everything Fall and this tea set is absolutely darling! Please save me a seat at the next tea party! Your scones and pumpkin spice tea look delicious! What a treat this is. Love every bit of it! 🙂
I am so happy you came, Danielle! Fall is a time to gather our friends together, and you being here made it quite special.
Thank you for all the love. Enjoy the rest of your week, my friend.
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Nancy, I enjoyed our virtual tea party! I love the pumpkin cups. I wish I had one of those scones right now! Yum! Enjoy the rest of your week, 🎃
I am so glad you came, Beth! Sharing tea with you was so lovely.
The scones are tasty!
Thanks for all the love today. Enjoy the rest of your week, my friend.
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Everything looks so enticing!
Thank you Pit! Everything was delicious!
Nancy, such a lovely table to celebrate fall. Your pumpkin tea pot plus sugar and creamer are adorable. I would love a cuppa of pumpkin spice in one of those cute little pumpkin mugs. Your florals are so pretty. A beautiful table to enjoy.🍁🍂
Hello Linda! How wonderful to hear from you. I am so happy you had tea with me and that you enjoyed all the love I shared today.
Thank you so much. Enjoy the weekend, my friend.
Thank you for sharing your teatime with us today. Everything is so lovely and perfect for fall.
Thank you so much! I am so glad I got to share my Fall Tea Collection. It was great to have you!
Enjoy the weekend!
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Everything is so tastefully done and looks so beautiful. I noticed the tin of tea from Republic and my sister in law just gave me a tin as a gift. Can’t wait to try it.
Thank you, Judee! I hope you enjoy the tea. We like it very much, and it’s perfect for the season.
I am so glad you came for a visit. I enjoy making new friends, especially during tea time.
Happy Fall!
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I loved your tea time and your fall colors are dazzling, Nancy!
Thank you sweet friend!
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