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Monday, May 6, 2019

Tea in the Garden


Welcome to the Spring Tea Party Blog Hop hosted by Amber of Follow the Yellow Brick Home.


If you are following in order, then you were just visiting Cindy of County Road 407


where you will always find beautiful inspiration.


 I'm so happy you're here, even though I'm not quite ready for tea in the garden - I went a little overboard at the nursery and have to get all these flowers planted.


But, I'm happy to have the company while I work


so come on in and I'll take you out to the garden


where you can sit and relax.


Teapots, teacups and flowers add a spring touch to the porch.


I added a few books for height and if you look closely you'll see that I included my only book about tea.


I love using quotes in vignettes


"Life is like a cup of tea- to be filled to the brim and enjoyed with friends."


You can sit on the bench - I selected a few books for you to browse through


and I set out cookies and tea for your enjoyment.


Just for today, I added tiny teacups to the chippy window.


Your view from the bench will be what seems to be the yellow section of my garden - I didn't realize I had planted so many different yellow flowers .


You definitely don't want to sit on this bench - Steve paid $1 for it at a yard sale and it's a bit rickety.


Sitting on one of the chaises is a good choice.


You will have a nice view of the garden


and there's a spot for a glass of iced tea.


I promise to be super quiet so you can listen to the birds and the sound of the surf.


The table is cleared off, everything is planted and now I have time to join you for tea in the garden, but it's such a lovely day I suggest we take a walk on the beach instead.


And now it's time to send you off to visit Katie of Let's Add Sprinkles.


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40 comments:

  1. Julie's Creative LifestyleMay 6, 2019 at 5:03 AM

    It's so looks pretty your house and yard. I love all of the flowers and the chaise lounges look like the perfect spot for tea and a good book! :)

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  2. Decor To AdoreMay 6, 2019 at 5:12 AM

    Truly a beautiful scene to enjoy a cup of tea. I love all of the gorgeous plants you have added to your garden.

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  3. cloches and lavenderMay 6, 2019 at 5:30 AM

    Carol loving this setting. I may show up to sit in your wonderful garden. Love the tea cups hanging from the garland so pretty. Would be so great to be able to stroll to the beach from your cottage and garden. Don't know the chaise and the garden does Lou relaxing.

    Enjoy your start to your week and Mother's day

    Cindy

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  4. Katie MansfieldMay 6, 2019 at 5:44 AM

    Your garden is stunning. That sky and view. Gorgeous. I am so glad you are on the hop with us.

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  5. TerryMay 6, 2019 at 6:17 AM

    So pretty, Carol! Your flowers are gorgeous! Thank you for the idea for my chippy window. I picked mine out of someone's garbage. They had several gorgeous old windows they were getting rid of. Treasures!
    Have a wonderful day!
    Terry

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  6. Thistle Key LaneMay 6, 2019 at 7:00 AM

    Your garden flowers are stunning! I think I could see myself living in your garden on one of your chaises. Just keep that ice tea coming!

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  7. decorateandmorewithtip.comMay 6, 2019 at 7:26 AM

    Carol, it is always a delight to come visit your home. I would love to have some tea and visit all your beautiful spots in your home. Love hoping with you!

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  8. ConnieMay 6, 2019 at 7:38 AM

    Carol your place just shines . . . so pretty. I loved the idea of sitting and listening to the birds and the sound of the surf. We did enjoy our first ice tea of the season Saturday sitting out on the porch visiting with our neighbors. Our weather has finally changed and we'll have lots of time to enjoy the porch.
    Wishing you a lovely day.
    Connie

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  9. Chloe CrabtreeMay 6, 2019 at 8:49 AM

    Your garden is so pretty, I can't believe you still have planting to do! I love the teapots and cups used in your decorating, with flowers tucked in them and having them elevated to display heights on pedestals and books. Bravo!

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  10. Cindy@CountyRoad407May 6, 2019 at 8:53 AM

    Carol! You, me, a couple of chaise lounges and iced tea?! Heck yeah! Loved the tour. Always adorable.

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  11. MelanieMay 6, 2019 at 10:59 AM

    I would come and have tea in your garden anytime! There's so much beauty around you, I'd never want to leave!

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  12. AngelinaMay 6, 2019 at 11:45 AM

    Your garden is always so pretty! what a perfect place for tea and then time for a nice stroll on the beach!

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  13. Debra@CommonGroundMay 6, 2019 at 12:19 PM

    It's always a treat to visit your lovely garden, Carol. Your flowers are amazing, and your garden just lends itself to relax and enjoy tea time. Love seeing your view!

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  14. Calypso In The CountryMay 6, 2019 at 12:34 PM

    Your garden looks amazing with all your beautiful flowers and lounging areas! What a perfect place to enjoy a cup of tea - or an iced tea! Being close to the beach makes it even better!
    Shelley

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  15. Botanic BleuMay 6, 2019 at 1:11 PM

    Carol,
    I'll take one of the chaise lounge seats, please. Love the blue and white toile pillow inside and the cherry white and blue floral arrangement. I love those blue spiky sea anemone flowers that always make me think of 4th of July fireworks. Your house and garden are always an inspiration to me.

    Happy Spring Tea,

    Judith

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    1. Botanic BleuMay 6, 2019 at 1:13 PM

      That should have said, "cheery," not cherry. But cherry white has a fun sound to it... white flowers with cherry red streaks, perhaps?

      Judith

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  16. BarbMay 6, 2019 at 1:12 PM

    Tea in your garden would be oh, so lovely! Everything looks so clean and fresh, and the flowers are beautiful - especially the digitalis! I love the blue trim around your red door. It looks like something out an English cottage garden!

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  17. My thrift store addictionMay 6, 2019 at 3:32 PM

    Every detail is absolutely lovely, Carol! Happy to be joining you for the tea party hop this week. Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction

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  18. JunkchiccottageMay 6, 2019 at 5:29 PM

    It is all so pretty Carol. Love all your teapots filled with fun flowers from your garden. I see you have two lounge chairs now. That will be so awesome when I come to visit we can both bask in the sunshine together!!! Have a great week.
    Hugs,
    Kris

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  19. Carol@BlueskyatHomeMay 6, 2019 at 7:18 PM

    Carol, your garden is already spectacular. Sitting anywhere in your garden for tea would be a treat. Love your tea books and quotes. Do you take Tea Time magazine? It's one of my long time favorites. Have a beautiful day in your garden looking at the water.

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  20. Castles Crowns and CottagesMay 7, 2019 at 3:40 AM

    What a dream it would be to sit with you in your garden, with a spot of tea.

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  21. Michelle @ The Painted HingeMay 7, 2019 at 5:17 AM

    I love your tea in the garden setting! It would be wonderful to wonder your garden enjoying all your gorgeous flowers while sipping a cup of tea. It is all so inviting and relaxing.

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  22. Paula@SweetPeaMay 7, 2019 at 5:45 AM

    I would love to relax on one of your lounge chairs with a glass of ice tea to enjoy your beautiful yard. Did you make the covers for the chairs?

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  23. Ricki TreleavenMay 7, 2019 at 6:26 AM

    So cute....I love the little teacups hanging on the chippy window. Adorable!

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  24. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 7, 2019 at 8:38 AM

    Your garden is stunning and just the perfect place for a tea party.

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  25. The Tattered PewMay 7, 2019 at 9:08 AM

    Carol your garden is always my favorite! I love looking at your gorgeous flowers and creative vignettes. I especially loved the flowers in your tea pot! Just lovely!

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  26. Judy at GoldCountryCottageMay 7, 2019 at 10:26 AM

    Carol, what a breath of fresh air! I can smell the ocean breeze and it all looks so pretty and seems to be a painting in a fairy tale. Your garden is absolutely beautiful. Love is all around!..Happy Tuesday..Judy

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    1. Judy at GoldCountryCottageMay 14, 2019 at 10:58 AM

      Carol, thanks for your recent visit. Wouldn't we love to have our mom's around for awhile longer? Hope you had a great Mother's Day..Happy Tuesday..Judy

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    2. Judy at GoldCountryCottageMay 15, 2019 at 11:28 AM

      This is the way I have to thank everyone now. It just is and not a problem. I hope your allergies are better. We had rain today so I think it quieted down some of the pollen. My eyes are runny and itchy. What a pain..Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  27. The Crowned GoatMay 7, 2019 at 12:51 PM

    You have THE prettiest garden Carol! Every flower you've chosen makes me appreciate how much you love it and how willing you are to share it with all of us too. It's the perfect place to relax, unwind and enjoy friends and family. I hope your Mother's Day is a special one. Hugs, CoCo

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  28. Amber Lyon FergusonMay 7, 2019 at 9:00 PM

    Oh Carol this is just magical! I love all of your tea vignettes and of course every aspect of your garden is dreamy. The little teacups tied onto the garland on the chippy window is such a cute idea!

    I am loving yellow right now so seeing all of your yellow flowers makes me so happy. I would love to have a cup of tea with you while talking of flowers, vintage finds and browsing through your beautiful book collection. I am a beach girl at heart, so listening to the ocean would be nice too!

    Thank you so much for sharing your garden with us and joining the hop!

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  29. blooming home and gardenMay 10, 2019 at 3:03 AM

    Beautiful teatime in your garden and porch!
    Thank you for all the lovely ideas you show, I love the decoration with the the window and the hanging
    teacups!

    Hugs, Ida

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  30. Terra May 12, 2019 at 4:04 PM

    So many pretty tea cups and garden scenes, I like the rickety bench.

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  31. Lora BloomquistMay 13, 2019 at 2:50 PM

    The sound of the surf along with birds, now that is a lovely combination, Carol! Your flowers are lovely and I, too, always get carried away at the nursery! Love your ruffly chaise covers; have never seen anything like that!

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  32. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow May 15, 2019 at 8:30 AM

    It looks beautiful! xoxo Su

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  33. ConnieMay 15, 2019 at 8:25 PM

    Hi Carol , I never get tired of seeing photos of your little cottage by the sea and of your lovely garden . Thank you so much for your prayers . It touches my heart that so many people are praying for my Steve. This is so hard but God is in control and whatever He decides is going to be the best thing possible. He'll never let us go through it alone . Thank you again for being such a sweet friend .

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  34. ~Lavender Dreamer~May 17, 2019 at 7:58 AM

    I always ooohhh and aaahhh when I visit you! I love the way you've done your lounge chairs...wow! That looks so pretty! Everything does! You are amazing and deserve your own magazine! Hugs!

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  35. Christy @ Our Southern HomeMay 18, 2019 at 2:54 PM

    All those lovely flowers around you! Your home truly needs to be in a magazine!

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  36. bj May 19, 2019 at 5:22 PM

    I always enjoy hanging out in your garden....and I prefer sweet iced tea this time of year...OOO, and cookies !!

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  37. KimMay 20, 2019 at 8:06 AM

    Very lovely and inspiring pictures. Absolutely love them :)

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