Monday, January 10, 2011

I Just Can't Help Myself!

The catalogs keep coming in and I keep looking!
I found these fun tea things in the Acorn Catalog.
It is fun to let the fingers do the walking and then send the catalog on to recycling! 




Tea Mosaic




The  red pot with the polka dots (I love polka dots) is a tea tower.
Dismantled, the tower becomes an 8 oz. teapot, creamer, sugar bowl, and 4 oz mug with saucer.
Stacked, it's 10" tall.


The lavender tea set is white ceramic hand-painted with delicate sprays of lavender.
Edges and rims are scalloped.
It is a 10 piece set that includes teapot, two cups with saucers, cream and sugar, and tray with handles.


I thought the cups with the dogs were fun and it's always good to Keep Calm and Carry On!


Tea Mosaic



Booklovers


A book, a comfortable chair, a free hour or two, and your own pot of tea.
The ceramic pot is embellished with books, titles, and the names of famous authors.
It is 6 inches high and holds 18oz of tea.
I think this one may have to go on my wish list!

Finally, to continue to celebrate January and Hot Tea Month,
Christopher Hitchens has written an article published at Slate on how to make the perfect cup of tea.

There are many wonderful tea parties in the blogging world.
Teacup Tuesday (thank you to Martha and Teri), Tea Time Tuesday and
Teapot and Tea Things Tuesday are just three of them.

Wishing you well and a delicious cup of tea.



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24 comments:

  1. BarbJanuary 10, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    I am brewing my tea as I read this, Snap!

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  2. TracyJanuary 10, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Oh Snap, what cute cute treasures. I especially love the lavendar tea set; so very precious! and those mugs with the dogs, wouldn't those be great? and last, who can resist the mug? great advice...
    I love little trinkets but don't indulge much...are you a tea drinker? I love tea and have a couple of cups a day now that it is cold outside...nothing like a warm cup of tea to warm the toes and the heart...
    Have a blessed evening!

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  3. Pat - ArkansasJanuary 10, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Love the tea accessories! The dog cups are too cute but -- I am a cat person! :) Happy Tuesday to you, Snap. ~XO

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  4. The Bodhi ChickletJanuary 10, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Tea, tea, glorious tea! I loved the polka dots most until I saw the "Keep Calm and Carry On" mug but the tea pot really takes the cake, or the pot!

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  5. Sarah SullivanJanuary 10, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Oh oh oh I looooove these..wow I love tea pots..cups..etc etc...wow! Now I am going to have to go look at the catalog!!! LOL!!

    When I was deeply poor..I used to go through wonderful catalogs and choose one thing on each page. At that time I could not dream of buying anything..but it helped me dream and move forward.

    Hugs to you hon, Sarah

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  6. Debra She Who SeeksJanuary 10, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    I had some wonderful Earl Grey today. Just FYI.

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  7. PondsideJanuary 10, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    I love that book and author teapot - what a treat for a reader!

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  8. Betsy Banks AdamsJanuary 10, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    Oh Snap---I 'heart' those doggie cups ... AND--that book/author teapot is fabulous!!!!

    Thanks for sharing.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  9. Johanna GehrleinJanuary 11, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Hello Snap,
    you offer really for everyones taste a nice cup. I like the Lavender set most. It is dainty and friendly and I really love it. And the dog cups are so unique. Thank you for sharing.
    Greetings, Johanna

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  10. Pellie / PennyJanuary 11, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    I love all the items - but my favorite is the Books and authors teapot. The perfect pot to take into my library when I go to read whatever I am currently reading.

    Hugs,
    Penny

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    So very nice to meet you through Tea Time Tuesday. I love your selections today. I'm partial to polka dots and of course, I LOVE the doggies! Wishing you a wonderful day!

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  12. xinexJanuary 11, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Oh I love everthing you showed us here. I will have to check out that catalog. There goes my resolution of not buying too much stuff I don't need....Christine

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    That book teapot is great! xox Corrine

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  14. DeannaJanuary 11, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    howdy from kansas!
    brrrrr...it's so chilly outside.
    stopping by for a spot of tea.

    nice to meet you!
    God bless,
    d from homehaven

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  15. Faith Hope and CherryteaJanuary 11, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    luving the lavender! thx for inspiring :) as i drink my cuppa 'monk's blend' - yes!!
    and thx for taking time for tea with me at FHC ! happy teacup tues!

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  16. EG CameraGirlJanuary 11, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Reading catalogs is so much fun this time of year. January is a great month for curling up and dreaming. :)

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  17. TerriJanuary 11, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Lots of great ideas here! I love the tea pot with the authors on it, I would love to see the tea cup that matches (is there one?).
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  18. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJanuary 11, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    What fun! I love the lavender set and the teapot with the books and authors on it! The doggie mugs are cute too; something for everyone! Thanks for sharing and for joining me for tea today.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  19. Princesa NadieJanuary 11, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    The cups of dogs are really original,I love your winter color mosaic too
    Hugs

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  20. My Cozy CornerJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    Hi
    I love the lavender tea set. I have a passion for lavender. I grow it, sew with it and anything I can find to do with lavender I'm there. What a darling post. And, thank you so much for visiting My Cozy Corner.
    xo
    Betty

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  21. fitty's pinky rose cottageJanuary 12, 2011 at 3:29 AM

    unique and rare collection! but I love the red mug with keep calm and carry on!.. my fave kindda mug!

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  22. MapiJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Dear Snap

    Thanks for stopping by.
    I like your blog.
    It looks great !!
    Sending you some Dutch love from Mapi
    Until next time !

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  23. Martha's FavoritesJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    Hi: What a fun post! I love the mugs. Where did you get them? They are too cute. Have a wonderful week. Look forward to seeing that you will share with us next week. Blessings dear friend, Martha

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  24. RosaJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    I am trying to catch up! I have thrown all my catalogs aways. I will live through your posts. :P

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