The Tea Room

Flowers ~ Pale Pink and Old Silver

So elegant, so vintage, and so outdoors!  And this stunning floral arrangement is a reminder  that new and fancy vases are not necessary.  Instead, use what you have or keep an eye out for vintage pieces at yard sales, antique stores, and flea markets.

Credit: Photo from BHG.

Flowers ~ Shabby Chic Picket Fence

Not all tea parties are formal or planned.  Some can be very impromptu.  A bouquet of cottage garden flowers in a glass jar dress up a casual setting.  And a white picket fence suggests summertime and shabby chic.

Credit:  Photo from BHG.

Flowers ~ Shabby Chic Bouquet

Relaxed and fragrant, flowers from a cottage garden placed into a white pitcher makes for a perfect shabby chic arrangement.  Let the petals fall, it's part of the charm!

Credit: Photo from BHG.

Flowers ~ Single Stems in Old Glass Bottles

 

Independence Day is over and some flowers may last longer than the holiday.  Plus there is much tea-sipping that occurs outdoors!  When dismantling a festive arrangement, consider placing single stems into old glass bottes and jars for shabby chic cottage charm.

 

Credit: Photo from Country Living.

Decor for Independence Day ~ Beverages

A tall, cool glass of punch or iced tea topped by a parasol is always festive.  When the beverage and parasol boast the colors of Old Glory, it is a very patriotic occasion indeed!

Credit: Photo from Martha Stewart