Friday, July 10, 2015

Mad Hatter's Tea Party 2015 Blog Hop

One summer day when the weather was very hot, Alice rested underneath a shade tree. 
"I'm just so tired she thought."
There was a slight breeze blowing through the air as she managed to get comfortable, and seemed to drift off into a magical place...

Suddenly she was in a strange new world.
She saw a rabbit running past her yelling "I'm late! I'm late for a very important date!" 
There were all these strange watches around him.

Alice ran after him, and shouted, "Where are you going?" He did not answer. She caught him just in time to see him jump through a large rabbit hole and vanished.
Without thinking she followed him. She tumbled and fell farther into the hole.

Once she reached the bottom, she noticed something peculiar.
She was in a room with a tiny door that had a talking doorknob.
"You're much too big, my dear. Why don't you try the bottle on the table?"

Alice put the bottle to her lips and drank the whole bottle.
"What a strange feeling!" said Alice.

She noticed that she had become so tiny. 
"Now I can fit through the door" she thought. But she had left the key on the table.
Being so small she had to climb up the leg of the table. It was so slippery. Just then she noticed a small cake under the table that said "Eat Me."
It was really tasty!
Now she was growing sooooo tall! 
"Oh now I'll never get out."She sobbed.
Just then she noticed a few drops that were left in the bottom of the bottle and drank them down.
Now she could fit through the keyhole.
Alice was happy to be out of that tiny room. Even though she was so small, she had to find her way. It seemed as if she was in a giant forest. And she had no idea where she was. 
"I guess I'll have to find the white rabbit." Said Alice.
"What a curious place!" 

 There were bread and butterflies, and the strangest talking flowers!

 She walked a little further and came across a blue Caterpillar sitting on top of a mushroom and quietly smoking a pipe.

"WHO ARE YOU?" he asked.
"I hardly know, sir. I've changed so many times since this morning, you see."
"I DO NOT SEE." said the annoyed caterpillar.
"I should like to be a little larger she told him.
"I HAVE SOMETHING TO TELL YOU. ONE SIDE WILL MAKE YOU GROW TALLER AND THE OTHER SIDE WILL MAKE YOU GROW SMALLER."
The caterpillar quickly turned into a butterfly and flew away.



There was no one else in sight, but she could hear singing. She saw two large eyes...

And then the body of a cat. 
"Why you're a cat!" exclaimed Alice. "A Cheshire Cat." exclaimed the creature.
"Would you please tell me which way to go?" asked Alice.

"That depends on where you want to go." said the cat. Then he disappeared.
"How curious, said Alice as she continued walking.
 Soon she came to a clearing. A big table was set for an afternoon tea.

 There was a table all set up with a large pot a tea and several tea cups.


 Lots of treats and special goodies spilled from every dish.














The tea poured and poured, it was delicious!
All though this was the most wonderful tea party, she needed to go and find the white rabbit.


 The Mad Hatter and the white hare were so busy laughing at their own jokes, they didn't even notice her leaving.

Alice continued walking through the forest, but wasn't sure of where to go, There were so many confusing signs.
It didn't take her long, when she walked into a beautiful garden with tall hedges and roses all around.She heard the gardener's yelling "THE QUEEN THE QUEEN!"



The queen stopped and stared at Alice. "Who is this?"
"I'm trying to find my way home." said Alice. 
The queen asked her if she played croquet and was pleased to hear that she played a little.
They started to play, and just then the Cheshire cat appeared as he does, and made the queen topple over to the ground. She was so angry she blamed Alice and yelled: 

"OFF WITH HER HEAD!"

Alice so frightened,ran and ran until she could just hear the faintest of the queen's threatening words. The voices were getting quieter and quieter...

 Then she suddenly woke up. 

"Oh my goodness, what a strange dream Iv'e had." 

I shall always remember this strange and fascinating place called wonderland.



I hope you enjoyed the party. I had so much fun too!!!
Here's the link CLICK HERE to head over to our fabulous hostess Vanessa over at A Fanciful Twist.
I can't wait to visit all the wonderful madness today!
Take Care and have fun,
~Susan 


49 comments:

  1. BEAUTIFUL party! So much fun. I love Alice's expressions.
    Your photos are amazing. Happy 150th Unbirthday to you!
    http://dogsmomvisits.blogspot.com/2015/07/a-fanciful-twists-8th-annual-virtual.html

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    1. Thank You LJ Dogsmom. A very Merry un-birthday to you as well. Hugs

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  2. Loved the party... delightful images and the food was divine! Hope to see you at www.wingingwitheagles.blogspot.com

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    1. Thank You Shotzy. A pleasure to have you. I am glad you enjoyed it, and Thank You for attending!
      Hugs

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  3. A very nice party indeed. Thanks for the treats. It was wonderful.

    Wende

    https://creativeartseatables.wordpress.com/

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    1. Thank You Wende. It was a pleasure to have you :)
      Susan

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  4. Wonderful mad tea! In summer all watches should be at least two days slow...don't you think so?

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    1. Why yes I do aspititofsimplicity. :) Thank You for stopping by today.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  5. OMG...love your Mad Tea Party...happy unbirthday to you
    Hugs
    Kerstin

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    1. Thank You Kerstin. I had so much fun this year, glad you could stop by for a visit.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  6. what a lovely party! so many perfect little details!- and I'm completely smitten by your cheshire cat!

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    1. Thank You Christina. She's my "violet" cat. She's about 13 now, she always has to right there in the middle of anything I do, so she worked out perfectly for the party. LOL!
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  7. Lovely! Your Alice and Queen are adorable and I love how you managed to get those cups hanging above the table. Wonderful!

    Blessings,
    Sarah

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    1. Thank You Sarah. I had so much fun this year. So happy you could visit.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  8. Cute party! Love the Alice and the Queen. What a wonderful Mad Tea.

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    1. Thank You Sarah. It was really a fun day, so happy you could attend:)
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  9. Thank you for the story and party! :-)

    Please come to my party: http://www.moonlyf.com/2015/07/8th-annual-mad-tea-party.html

    ~♥Carmen♥~

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    1. Thank You Carmen. It was so nice having you, my pleasure.
      Have a wonderful day!
      Susan

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  10. Susan, thanks for a delightful party! I'm enchanted….especially with the Cheshire Cat…what a beauty!

    Linking from A Fanciful Twist,
    Happy Mad Tea Party!
    Ricki Jill

    http://ricki-treleaven.blogspot.com/2015/07/8th-annual-mad-tea-party-plus-giveaway.html

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    1. Thank You Art @ Home. That's my violet. She's a 13 yr old blue Persian. I just love her too! Happy you stopped by today.
      Hugs

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  11. Susan,
    Totally delightful and your tea set, cups, dishes all so pretty and oh the Cheshire Cat! Happy Party Day!
    Jemma

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    1. Thank You Jemma. It's fun to drag out all the pretty things we seem to collect. ( ugh- hu hoard) lol. I really enjoyed setting up for this years party, so happy you stopped by too.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  12. What a wonderful tea party! I absolutely love your Alice :)

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    1. Thank You Rett. Alice was a recent find. She's a marionette from the 1940's. The moment I saw her in the antique shop, I knew I had to have her.
      Thanks for your visit.
      Best,
      ~Susan

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  13. I am crazy about this party!! I just want to stay here, there is so much to see and absorb. Everything is right up my alley...or should I say down my rabbit hole!!

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    1. Aww Thank You Eve. I really enjoyed the party this year. It's so much fun setting everything up. It's one of my favorite annual events that I look forward to attending. Glad for your visit.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  14. What a lovely journey through the story! Your Alice marionette is wonderful and I just adore those bluebird teacups. Thanks for the fun time! Cheers, Sarah

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    1. Thank You Sarah. I had so much fun too. The Alice marionette is a recent find from my local antique store. I love her tooo! I thought she would be a fun new element to add to the party this year. :) Happy for your visit today my dear.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  15. ahhh, what a delightful tea party. You told the story so well..love your Alice..thanks so much for the fun time.

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    1. Thank You bj. I am so happy you enjoyed your visit. It was a pleasure having you.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  16. Very fun Tea!! Is this your cat? perfect for Cheshire, A vintage puppet? Dishes, table setting, love it all!!
    please visit me at Plumfield

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    1. Hello and Thank You Plumfield Gardens. Yes, this is my "violet" she's a 13 yr. old blue persian. She's my little sidekick, so to speak. Anytime the camera comes out, or table dressings, poof. There she is! Lol! Thank you for your visit. Happy you enjoyed the tea party.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  17. What a magical tea party you've created! - and your Alice marionette is to die for!...utterly delightful.

    Thank you for sharing your wonderful array of china, porcelain, and wooden treasures with us. It was, indeed, quite civilized for a "mad" tea party!

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    1. Thank you for your visit Tristan. Isn't the Alice a fun little treasure? I recently picked her up at an antique shop in my neighborhood. I think it was meant to be. :) Perfect for the tea party this year. Glad you enjoyed your visit.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  18. Such a nice party! I love your blog background. Thank you for having me over! Please do drop by mine if you have a chance.

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    1. Thank You Nicole. So happy you enjoyed your visit. I really had so much fun this year setting up, and visiting all of your parties too. Such FUN!!!
      Best to you,
      Susan

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  19. This was the most wonderful party! I was a little concerned, though, because there seemed to be a cup that kept winking at me. I hope it doesn't follow me home! Thank you for such a fun time.

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    1. Thank You Bill. Yes those winky cups have a tendency to do just that. Especially at a mad tea party. I'm always having to look for them in the most peculiar places. Great fun this year, and Thanks for your visit.
      Hugs,
      Susan

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  20. Oh myyyyyy! That Alice puppet is everrrrrything!! I'm in love! And your photos and tablescapes and treasures, just wowie!! Love it all, thank you for much for sharing, just wonderful!! Happiest Mad tea party wishes! <3, Vanessa

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    1. Thank You Vanessa. I just adore that you hostess this fabulous event every year. It is truly one of the bestest highlights of the year for me! So much fun to visit everyone, and be in wonderland for a whole day (or days.) I just am so in love with the magic of it all. Thank You again for such a fun and enchanting day!
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      Susan

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  21. Fabulous!! I thoroughly enjoyed my visit, Susan, your party was delightful! And you have the most wonderful Chessie!!
    Thank you for being a most gracious hostess, my Dear!
    Hugs,
    Anne

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  22. Fabulous!! I thoroughly enjoyed my visit, Susan, your party was delightful! And you have the most wonderful Chessie!!
    Thank you for being a most gracious hostess, my Dear!
    Hugs,
    Anne

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  23. Your story and tea party were just pure JOY! Thanks for the tea, I enjoyed it so much.

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  24. Lovely tea table! I enjoyed your party very much. It was a delight for the eyes.

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  25. I love all the added touches you have in your party!! Alice puppet, the china doll head, and everything. Beautiful!!

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  26. Oh what a fun party!! Such a creative one, too. I enjoyed the adventure, and I'm so glad Alice made it back safely. Thank you for having tea with me, too!
    God bless and Happy Unbirthday to You,
    Sherry

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  27. Thanks for sharing such lovely party, magic and fairy!! Love your table!!! hugs

    Monika

    From the party over here: http://blythetheque.blogspot.fr/2015/07/after-pyjama-tea-party

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  28. I really enjoyed watching tea party pictures that you have shared here. The tea cups designs are just amazing. I can imagine how wonderful tea party it was. Well give me some more ideas for managing a tea party at party places Miami. Thanks in advance.

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