How to Build Your Tea Party Pantry

How to Build Your Tea Party Pantry

So you’re convinced. You’ve read “The Top Seven Mistakes Tea Drinkers Make”. You want to begin brewing looseleaf tea and develop your first real tea party menu.  But where do you start? My article, “The Secret to the Simple and Quick Tea...
Are You a Realistic Hostess?

Are You a Realistic Hostess?

  by Jenny Wells   You’ve been asked to host an event in your home. Maybe it’s a girl’s night out, direct sales party, or bridal shower. “We’ll take care of everything,” you’re told. “We just need a...
Why Place Cards at the Tea Party Are Important

Why Place Cards at the Tea Party Are Important

There is a time and a place for every effort under the sun.  At times, place cards will be appropriate on your tea table.   With place cards you can: Relieve your guests from the guess-work of where to sit. Give your event a friendly but dressy and prepared-for feel....
The Guide to Planning a Tea Party-Spring Edition

The Guide to Planning a Tea Party-Spring Edition

by Jenny Wells   To begin planning your tea party event, no matter what the season or event you need start by answering a few questions: How many people will you invite? Who will they be? What is your budget? How much does that give you per person? When will your...
How to Serve Afternoon Tea at the Drop of a Hat

How to Serve Afternoon Tea at the Drop of a Hat

  Your friend just called and will be by in a half an hour.  She needs to talk.  You need to listen.  Is now a good time for a tea party?  Absolutely!  If you follow these simple steps. Note: Afternoon tea does not need to be only for special occasions. You...