Wednesday, November 2, 2016

Tea is a hug in a pretty tea cup

Tea is a hug in a cup, is it not?? I have just received this past week, the warmest of hugs all the way from Spain. Eva, who lives in the city of Elche sent me many lovely gifts as part of a tea cup exchange, which the lovely Stephanie graciously hosts twice a year. You must, must visit Stephanie's beautiful blog, "The Enchanted Rose" to see what pretties each lady gifted, but a little note of caution here, you just might need to be in close proximity of the oxygen tank, on the off chance you need to be revived at the sight of all the gorgeous tea cups and mugs.....and all the other pretties showcased!! The sight of all those fine china pretties can make a gal swoon!! =)



It was such a delight to open the box laden with so many gifts. The box truly was bursting at the seams!

There were pretty, rose patterned napkins, a lovely hand written postcard showcasing Elche, a tea infuser attached to the tiniest tea cup on a chain, a gorgeous, boxed cake of Jasmine fragrance soap, the prettiest tin filled with some aromatic tea, a lovely hand towel, a Stroopwafel (a first for me), some delicious brown sugar candy on a stick (another first), fridge magnets, little flower blackboard pegs, some  tea lights, a little package of  'Fiesta' tea.........mmm.....perhaps a sip of this ambrosial tea might induce me to drift off to the restful 'land of siestas', a pretty thimble and the prettiest, cross stitch magnet. I wonder, Eva, did you stitch this pretty.....it is gorgeous!  So, so many generous gifts!!





Yes indeedy, Eva, I lurve the fragrance of Jasmine.



I have saved the best gift for last. Eva gifted me the loveliest of tea cups. It is a pretty taupe colour with the daintiest of flower patterns, with a sweet, feathered friend sitting on a branch. Isn't it pretty??


The red and white checked pattern with a pretty gold lace trim borders the cup and saucer perfectly.



So many hugs are sent all over the globe in the form of the lovely Stephanie's tea cup exchanges. Thank you, Stephanie for all your selfless, hard work and love you show to each of us ladies.....you are a treasure. Truly, we are all blessed by your graciousness. I cannot begin to imagine the logistical effort involved in hosting this fun exchange.

AND...thank you, Eva, for my lovely gifts. I am speechless at your generosity of spirit in all the pretties you gifted me. Indeed, your warm embrace of a hug in a pretty tea cup, has put a smile in my heart.



Now......it is time for an ambrosial cup of tea......oh.....and a little brown sugar treat!




May all you lovely ladies find some moments in your day to enjoy a hug in a pretty tea cup.

53 comments:

  1. Oh, how beautiful! I am so thankful to "meet" you today...I'm your neighbor at Stephanie's link-up. This is just so much fun, isn't it? Now, I can't wait for the next one!! LOL! Have a beautifully blessed day!! P.S. I love the quilt in the background of your blog!!

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  2. This all looks so lovely! It must have been exciting to try the new treats as well. The tea infuser is so cute, with the tiny teacup on the end. How fun!

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  3. How precious are your treasures! Love it all. I have so enjoyed being a part of this exchange and having the opportunity to meet other bloggers. Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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  4. Oh Kim, you were certainly blessed by such lovingly chosen gifts from Eva! The teacup is indeed a beauty and so perfect for you, as are all the other wonderful gifts. Yes, our dear friend, Stephanie, is an amazingly generous, kind, thoughtful hostess and blesses us all with her love and generosity. Enjoy your hug in your pretty teacup. xx

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  5. This is absolutely a gorgeous gift.
    We all love stroopwafels, its very Dutch and the brown sugar on a stick, we call that: kandij suiker.
    The teacup is so pretty with the beautiful little bird.
    I like the whole package.

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  6. Hi Kim,

    I am very grateful to your kindness, I was very glad to know that you like everything that I included in your package.

    I love this post, ypou describe everything in such detail that seems even more magnificent yet.

    I have pending to do a post on my blog with all I sent and received.

    Greetings from your ilicitana friend.


    Eva B.



    PD: "Ilicitana" is the person who lives in Elche (Spain)

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  7. Kim,
    Wow, what a lovely package you received from Eva! The tea cup is gorgeous, so unique and I love the color! I've never seen a brown sugar stick before, yum!...and I am loving that little strainer with the tea cup on the end. So cute! I am always amazed at all the interesting little gifts people can find to tuck inside packages. So much fun, isn't it? enjoy!
    xo
    Linda

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  8. Tea is definitely a hug in a cup! Love your new teacup ... love the bird and the color ... in fact, I have one just like it and it is one of my favorites. So many pretty things ... a box full of hugs and love. Have a great week!

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  9. Isn't that the nicest thing ever : ) What a delightful package to dig through. So many things to oooh and ahhh over ! Enjoy. Might I say that blue fabric with the birds is just gorgeous. How has it survived so long in your hands ? (or is that the tea towel)

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  10. Swoons a-plenty! Oh my what loveliness! Eva's box to you was just chockfull of delights and treasures not to forget the most beautiful teacup ever!
    I'm positive your tea will taste all the better from your new teacup!
    Best wishes!

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  11. Oh, I love birds and that tea cup is amazing! You were truly blessed! You also have a really pretty blog. It's nice to meet you.

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  12. Beutiful post !!! All the cup of tea are gorgeous !!!
    Have a lovely and tasty day !
    Anna

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  13. OHHH! Kim, such sweetness and joy in every special handpicked item in your box, I agree that the beautiful teacup is one of the loveliest I've seen, so unique and special! And that brown sugar stick, take me away... you did a fabulous job of taking pictures and sharing about every beautiful gift you received, and I had to giggle at your mention of the oxygen tank, truly I have felt the overwhelming love and generosity spilling out from every lady's heart who participated, such joy in a box, a tea party like no other! Hugs to you today dear friend :)

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  14. Hi, Nice to see a post from you as I was concerned. Your box of goodies is truly lovely. The tea cup is so sweet.

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  15. Oh, everyone has received such fine gifts. Your teacup is so unique, I love it. The tablecloth goes so well with it. I haven't seen your partner yet, I'm trying to visit all though. Haven't talked with you in a little while, hope things are going well.
    Hugs and Blessings

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  16. You received a delightful box of wonderful from Eva and the teacup with the bird is stunning.
    It was nice visiting you through the exchange, enjoy your sweets and goodies.

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  17. Isn't it nice to be spoiled? You received such pretty gifts from Eva, and I LOVE that teacup! I keep my eye out for pretty infusers, and the teacup is so sweet ;) Enjoy your tea ... wishing I could be right there with you enjoying it!
    Wendy

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  18. What a fabulous tea cup and so many lovely gifts. :) x

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  19. What a beautiful cup and such a lovely selection of gifts. Eva was certainly very generous :)

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  20. Ahh Kim...these are glorious gifts indeed! That teacup is exquisite and so very unique! Like you, I was just blown away by the generosity of my exchange partner. I hope you have doing well and that enjoy the rest of your week....HUGS! ♥

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  21. Such a gorgeous package you have received from Eva. That is quite a unique tea cup, lovely.
    You have such a beautiful way of photographing your treasures, Kim.

    Have a beautiful day~~

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  22. Oh I absolutely ADORE that birdie teacup! What wonderful treasures you received, Kim - Eva did a wonderful job!

    Stephanie is such a blessing to us all.

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  23. Oh, these are such lovely gifts! Love the precious teacup and the sweet little tea infuser :) So fun to see all the wonderful exchanges that sweet Stephanie hosts. Enjoy your treasures! Hugs xo Karen

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  24. A tea cup hug - what a lovely choice of words! What an amazing swap and such fun gifts you received from Eva. I keep thinking I must join in on this swap but the cost of postage right now here in Canada keeps me on the sidelines. The thought of both giving and receiving so many fun things just might be enough to make me forget all about the mailing costs!

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  25. I believe Stephanie's tea cup exchanges are famous all around the world! You received many beautiful gifts Kim! use them in good health!

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  26. What beautiful treasures and how exciting for it to come from Spain. I love the tea cup. So sweet and delicate.

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  27. Kim, wow! It is all so beautiful! I love the little bird on the teacup!

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  28. That is a whole lot of amazing gifts.

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  29. I always love seeing what everyone gets and gives... So much fun!!

    ~Trisha

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  30. Oh such lovelies! I can't get over that beautiful cup and saucer. Such a generous box of goodies.

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  31. Oh, tea is definitely hug in a cup and you received the biggest hug indeed. Such a lovely package and the sweetest tea cup ever, Kim!! Enjoy :)

    -Soma

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  32. How lovely to receive a gift of so many nice things. The cup is so pretty. We are in Fall and now is the perfect time for tea here.

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  33. Hi sweet Kim! LOVE the birdie cup! How perfect for sing-song, joy filled YOU!

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  34. Gorgeous gifts Kim and that lovely birdie cup can only make tea taste better.

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  35. Kim:
    This was a wonderful selection of items and the tea cup set is perfect.

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  36. Oh I agree, seeing all of this glorious china can make a gal swoon! I have been in tea cup and mug heaven since yesterday {smiles}}

    What a delight to see your lovelies from Eva. The tea cup is just precious with the bird on it. And oh my, that little yellow tin won my heart - so sweet! This was Eva's first time participating and wow, did he ever do a phenomenal job!

    Thank you, dearest Kim, for joining the fun. You are such a joy and blessing. Love and hugs to you!

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  37. What a lovely packaged you received. Enjoy!

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    1. I did receive the loveliest of packages, didn't I. Thank you for popping by, Lillie. Kim Xx

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  38. Two of my favourite things: tea and birdies. A wonderful package, Kim!

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  39. Oh, dear Kim! What sweet goodies Eva blessed you with...I am so thrilled! And oh...this has to be one of the most beautiful teacups I have ever seen...I love the delicate bird design... And what delicious tea too! {{Smiles}}. I love how you described tea as being a hug! And Stephanie's exchange is the most wonderful event in the world of blogging! I was truly sad to miss out on this one, but I am dreaming of the next one!
    It has been too long since I last stopped by, dear Kim! I hope and prayer you are very well and enjoying a most delightful Spring!
    Hugs and love to you!
    Kelly-Anne

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  40. How much fun is that. Really a lovely box of goodies, thanks for sharing, Sandi

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    1. My package from Eva was filled with oodles of fun. Thank you for visiting my place, Sandi. Kim Xx

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  41. Hi Kim - I have a plate which must be of the same design set as your tea cup - just gorgeous.

    Love your site - I will be back to visit soon!

    Best wishes

    Dawn

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    1. Oooh...a plate just like my pretty tea cup, how lovely. Thank you so much for your kind comments, Dawn. It is a pleasure to meet you. Wishing you the most wonderful day. Kim Xx

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  42. Kim the sweet bird teacup is so lovely.. It looks so cozy and comfy.. And all the wonderful things she sent. How to make a gal feel special.. Nice very nice.. I wish you a lovely weekend with love Janice

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    1. Thank you, Janice. All the pretties Eva makes this gal feel very special and blessed. Hope you are enjoying the best day, lovely lady. Kim Xx

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  43. I too love that little birdie on the teacup....what wonderful happy mail...and so very perfect for YOU! Only wish I were near to share that cup of tea. :)

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  44. Can't believe I am just now getting to your blog to see your pretties! The only tea cup prettier than yours is the one you sent me!! The darling bird and dainty flowers will make any one "chirp" right up!! And all the goodies! How super fun!!

    Have a great day filled with joy and laughter!

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  45. What a wonderful package! I have the same teacup but mine is blue. Now I kinda want one in the taupe colour. Hee!

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  46. I keep thinking I need to do this exchange and I keep missing it. Love your darling teacup and all of the goodies she sent you!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  47. I love everything you received from Stephanie's fun exchange. Enjoy it all! :)

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