Tuesday, May 22, 2012

White. China. Tea. Book. Lace.






How I adore my tea books!

I have been adding to my collection for years.





This one is by E. Barnes & S. Rios and may be found here.
(Again, not a paid endorsement, just sharing my love of all things tea.)





It's a growing collection, not *quite* as large as my china. 
















This little rose swag tea cup is one from Bavaria probably from around the 40s. I only have two.


I love it's feminine simplicity.










Seems to fit right in with a delicate little paper doilie, old crocheted lace and a tiny white creamer holding sweet Baby's Breath.







It somehow just takes us back to a simpler, slower time.


Nowhere is the English genius  of demosticity more notably evident than in the festival afternoon tea. The..chink of cups and the saucers tunes the mind to happy repose.  ~G. Gissing














Hey!!!

Ahem.....how did that bird sneak into this tea photo shoot?
Narcisstic sneaky creatures they are, indeed!

(One never knows what these birds here at Finch Rest will next do!)



Happy Tea Tuesday!



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Posted by Michele M./ Finch Rest at 9:50 AM
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30 comments:

  1. SylviaMay 22, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    Love your teacup and saucer, oh and the gold silverware too! That sneaky little bird is sooo cute!

    Sylvia @agrandmasblessings

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  2. Antiques And TeacupsMay 22, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Hi Michelle! Lovely photos as always! I haven't seen that book...it's on the Find list! Love the teacups. Our fav holiday is a cruise. Good value for money, only unpack once and everything taken care of! What's not to love! Thanks for sharing & linking to Tuesday Cuppa Tea!
    Ruth

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 22, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    Pretty teacup, Michele! I love the gold spoon to go with it.

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  4. Wendy@Once upon a rose havenMay 22, 2012 at 1:55 PM

    Beautiful teacup...love those tiny roses!

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  5. CEO Lisa Anne - L.AMay 22, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    Hi Michele,
    I love your teatime book and little rose swag teacup. Such a pretty teacup and gold spoon. The lace, doily and babies breath are beautiful accents. And I love your sneaky birdie too! *wink* Have a wonderful day!
    Lisa
    ~hugs~

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  6. Helen's DecorMay 22, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    Hi Michele, Your post calls my name. I adore china and tea time. I'm following you on Google, because I couldn't locate a Linky. (My widget for GFC went away when WP was dropped out.) Thanks, Helen (your neighbor on the list)

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  7. GinaMay 22, 2012 at 4:42 PM

    What a pretty teacup! Your photos are beautiful, too.

    Would it be silly if I said, I didn't realize their was such a thing as tea books? I'll have to keep a look out for them from now on.

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  8. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 22, 2012 at 6:57 PM

    What beautiful photos, Michele! Your teacup is so sweet and I love Baby's Breath. Love tea books too.
    I had seen your previous post on my dashboard and remembered seeing a gold finch but never got a chance to go read it until now. Oh, they are darling, aren't they? My favourite little birdies! Thanks for joining me for tea and have a wonderful evening.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  9. UnknownMay 22, 2012 at 6:58 PM

    oh my that delicate rose cup is indeed special!! I love your enhanced photo - does look antique!

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  10. Faith Hope and CherryteaMay 22, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    sooo loving this tranquility !
    TY Michelle ~
    LoVely post ~ Loverly teacup ~ lovely setting!

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  11. VeeMay 22, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    How neat that you use a small doily under the tea cup. It's very dreamy and romantic in here today...

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  12. chateau chicMay 22, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    Your teacup is so sweet and dainty. I believe tea always tastes better in a beautiful teacup.
    Mary Alice

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  13. Martha's FavoritesMay 22, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    Hi Michele: I love the dainty cup. The roses look like lace. Thank you for sharing your cups with us. It has been a pleasure having you be a part of Tea Cup Tuesday. Have a great week. Hugs, Martha

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  14. Tazas y CuentosMay 22, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    Hello Michele! Wonderful teacup!
    Thank you for visiting my blog. I have just joined Tea Cup Tuesday after your suggestion. I think I will enjoy it a lot.
    Besos (kisses) from Argentina. Silvina.

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  15. TerriMay 22, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    Michelle...you just can't trust those birds! lol!
    Your Bavarian cup is very sweet. I do love a cup with floral swags!
    I actually have a cup very similar, but I think it is French. I will have to go have a look at it now that I have seen yours. Mine has the same gold trim and handle as well. I love it in the vintage image too, that is a fab look!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  16. very merry vintage styleMay 22, 2012 at 10:54 PM

    Such pretty pictures! Stop by and link up if you have time
    Mary

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  17. AnonymousMay 23, 2012 at 2:56 AM

    Thanks for sharing the book about tea. I actually didn't know so many people were interested in tea until I started blogging. Amazing how much we can learn from each other, isn't it? Your tea cup and saucer are very pretty, as well as your sweet little bird. Thanks for joining me at Your Cozy Home Party!

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  18. farmhouse-storyMay 23, 2012 at 4:14 AM

    lovley sneaky bird, michele:)

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  19. KarenaMay 23, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    Really beautiful images Michele! The book looks delightful!

    Thought you would enjoy...Interview with Leslie of Segreto Finishes and her fabulous Book Giveaway!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  20. Patty MarkerMay 23, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    Beautiful photos. I have that Emily Barnes book. She was one of the first authors that inspired me to love all things tea. Your blog is beautiful and I am your newest follower. Patty

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  21. Judy BiggerstaffMay 23, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    Sweet post Michele and your images are just stunning. Love your tea cups and the vignettes are beautiful, so soft, so feminine.

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  22. AndreaMay 23, 2012 at 5:13 PM

    sweet post! I do adore my tea also =)

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  23. MelanieMay 23, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    Hello sweet friend,
    Thankyou so much for your beautiful comment, you made me smile.
    I know exactly what you mean about reminding you about slower times. I sometimes wish that I had been born 200 years ago and could sit and sip tea in beautiful silk dresses and shoes.......aaaahhhhh x

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  24. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMay 23, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    What perfect collections you have, Michele... China and tea books!! What's not to love about that??!!

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  25. Judith @ Lavender CottageMay 23, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    Hello Michele
    An enchanting tea, even if a sneaky bird did manage to get in a photo. :-)
    Judith

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  26. clustresMay 23, 2012 at 10:44 PM

    I love teacups too!

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  27. Cindy AdkinsMay 26, 2012 at 7:30 PM

    This is wonderful! I just started collecting tea cups...now I might have to add tea books!

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  28. KathyMay 27, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    Love collecting tea books, teacups - collecting in general - perhaps we're all little birds just gathering - nesting...sweet post - thank you for sharing with A Return to Loveliness,
    Kathy

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  29. ZinniaMay 28, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    So cute cup! I wish you a wonderful week! Zinnia

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  30. very merry vintage styleMay 29, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    Thanks for linking up to STL Wednesday!
    Mary

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