A Cup of Friendship

I was shopping the other day at our local Dollar Tree Store and purchased several small gift books that were all related to tea and tea things.

I decided to post about each book seperately. Today's post, I am sharing a book called,

"A Cup of Friendship"

Here is the description of the book that's on the back cover.

"A celebration of friendship and the art of taking tea, this collection is filled with party-planning ideas, classic quotes, and brewing tips, along with heartwarming stories, sumptuous recipes, and flexible menus that come together and make the perfect cup of friendship."

Here are some of my favorites in the book, along with some pictures I had on Pinterest:

"If I could invite just one special guest, to join me for some afternoon tea, 

I’d pick someone who knows all my faults and, even still, loves me."

 

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"A friend is the sugar bowl in the tea party of life:

Sweet and satisfying to the soul."

                                                                                            

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"Come and share a pot of tea.

There's just enough for you and me.

And if, by chance we drink it up,

we'll make ourselves another cup!"

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I cannot sit and chat with you the way I'd like to do 

so brew yourself a cup of tea, 

I'll think of you - you think of me"

Source: simplycountry.co.uk via Ann on Pinterest

 "Friendship multiplies the good of life

and divides the evil."

(Baltasar Gracian)

Tea for Two

Serving tea for two can be a convenient and intimate approach to entertaining. Keep these items within reach and you will always be prepared.
One small tablecloth(52x52 inches): choose cotton, linen, or lace.

Two cloth napkins: paper napkins are serviceable, but antique handkerchiefs or linen add charm.

China cups and saucers: grandmas hand-me-downs or search local flea markets for bargains. The older, the better.

Tea plates: small, mismatched plates are available at antique stores or garage sales.

Loose tea and tea bags: whichever you prefer, tea has a long shelf life. Keep an assortment on hand: black teas, green teas, fruit teas, and tisanes, Don't forget decaf!

Desserts and cookies: the freezer is the perfect place to store homemade cookies, breads, cakes, and other desserts suitable for teas. A great way to impress!

Gifts: Always be on the lookout for inexpensive gifts. Wrap small soaps, notepads, lotions, etc. to present to your guest at the table.

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Mock Devonshire Cream

1 cup sour cream
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2-3 heaping tablespoons sifted powdered sugar, optional.

Gently whisk sour cream and whipped cream together in a small bowl. When thoroughly blended, pour into a glass jar and seal. Leave mixture on counter-top overnight. The following morning, put jar in refrigerator. If you prefer a sweet cream, add 2-3 heaped tablespoons of sifted powdered sugar to the  mixture before pouring into glass jar. Serve on cobblers and other fruit desserts.

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"The table is spread

The oven is hot.

Tea leaves are resting

inside the pot

Two teacups are waiting

the kettle sings,

and just on time,

the doorbell rings."

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 This book would be a wonderful gift for a friend,
if I could only part with it!


Now, enjoy a cup or two or three

of your favorite flavor and style of tea!!

Hop on over to these fun blog parties!

 Tea Time Tuesday (Rose Chintz Cottage)

Tea Cup Tuesday(Artful Affirmations)

Tea Party Tuesday (Sweetology)
  Friends Sharing Tea (Bernideen's Tea time)

Tea Cup Tuesday (Martha's Favorites