On a recent survey, I asked Tea Party Girl readers what they would like to read about. One of the requests was tablescapes and new table setting ideas. Great!
I poured myself a cup of Ceylon tea and began to comb the internet for simple yet fun ways to make your tea table stand out at little or no cost. Here are the results:
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Is your budget tight and yet you want to create a beautiful tea table? Here is a great idea from Centsational Girl blog. I have done this one myself and LOVED it. Visit http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2011/03/diy-colorful-dessert-stands/
For full instructions, photos and inspiration. You are going to impress your friends.
Do you have a dollar store nearby? If so, this is an inspirational project that you can easily do to create an awesome modern or Victorian tea table. Here are some incredible instructions that have lots of fresh ideas.
http://tatertotsandjello.blogspot.com/2011/02/5-challenge-3-different-dollar-store.html
Do you love cupcakes? Why not add cupcake displays to your tea table presentation. Here is a great way to do just that and you can get your kids or guests involved with the project.
http://tidymom.net/2011/di-cupcake-stands/
Last but not least, why not make a clear glass tiered cake stand. This ideas is simple, affordable and can be oh so lovely on your tea table.
http://www.thismarvelouslife.com/2010/04/how-to-make-a-tiered-cake-plate/
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