Tea's Hope Chest

Friday, July 15, 2011

Banana Split Cake

2 C Graham Cracker Crumbs 2 tbsp Sugar 1/2 C Butter, melted 2 Eggs 1 C Soft Margarine 2 C Powdered Sugar 4-6 Bananas 1 can Crushed Pineapple, drained 1 large container Cool Whip 3/4 C Chopped Nuts 1/2 C Cherries Mix crumbs, butter, and sugar and spread evenly into 9X13 pan Pat down Beat eggs, soft margarine, and powdered sugar with mixer, about 10 minutes. Spread evenly over graham cracker pie crust. Cover with sliced bananas and drained pineapple. Cover with Cool Whip. Sprinkle with nuts and cherries. Refrigerate overnight.

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Tea Gardens

Being a lover of Tea Rooms,I am always on the hunt for another "Afternoon Tea" or "High Tea" The English Rose Tea room is on my A list of tea rooms.

The moment you enter the English Rose, It’s the feeling that warms your heart
Blackberry Cream Cheese, My weakness and indulgence

Peach raspberry tea

Miniature BLT Bites with Basil Cream Cheese

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Tea's Vintage Rags Tote~






I had so much fun creating this vintage rags tote. made from a vintage baby soft night gown, layers on vintage trims,some of the trims are over 20 years old.
One side of the tote has tiny pearl buttons with a silk ribbon tie.
layers of trims from my stash of laces,crochet pieces,gorgeous tote~
a peekaboo side opening with delicate pearl buttons,pretty tie bow
Tea's Vintage Rags.. large /tote. made from a vintage baby soft night gown, has layers of trims from my stash of laces,crochet pieces, has a peekaboo side opening with delicate pearl buttons,pretty tie bow.many of the trims are over 20 years old,gathered bottom for the puffy look.
sturdy straps that tie at the top for adjusting the length.Buttons on the straps simply gorgeous~

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Monday, July 11, 2011

Monday Morning Resale Find.~~

Monday Resale? Yes I resale everyday if I could. My favorite resale shop is a huge place,The Samaritan Center..the shop has 3 sections..A toy shop,where tables have penny items,and a section for dolls/any toy for a child..very reasonable,then the trift shop..every item is %.50, then the Dress shop.. I love them all.

They have linens,old vintage pillow cases,laces,fabrics,
at night when I pass I peek to see what people have left under the canopy.

This is a huge store,and so many people give,including myself,
I have found myself wanting the items I donate back,when I see it in the store..
"Now that is BAD~~~"
Think I have the resale bug..yes I do.

I spend hours in the book section,the furniure section has vintage things to die for,
all the items are donated to the shop,

Monday Morning find.
The pretty birdcage,was a treasure, I will hang it on my top porch,with wild roses,and ivy,
Has a pretty heart design,a drip tray perfect for watering.
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Thursday, July 7, 2011

Welcome to my porch~



Family Memories Collage~

Photo is from an old book incorporated into the vignette

My Daughters as babies
A friends Book

Wednesday, July 6, 2011