July 28, 2012

Mad Tea Party 🖤 2012

Dream kissed skies illuminate the path through the woods…

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Wind your way around the trees, and there you shall be…

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What is that you see…?

Tea cups stacked up high, for you and me?

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Why yes, but of course!!

It’s the 5th annual Mad Tea Party!!!

Hoooray, hooooray!

Come on over, right this way…

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There is a place setting for every one of you, yes, yes indeed!

Under the big tree, where dreams have a voice, said, two and three…

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Choose a seat, and stay for a while, won’t you please?

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As the sun sets to the west, in summer towns, made up of pure imagination…

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Magic floats about!

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With a tune for you, and you, and you, and we!

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A proper tea party set for us all…

Proper indeed, now pour, fill the cup, won’t you please?

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It’s been a kookie and rough sort of summer, said the mouseling to the hatter.

Yes yes, I do agree, said he, right at 4 thirty.

We deserve a maaad tea parteeee!

Both nodded, and agreed.

And so it was…

An exquisitely mad and decadent party – with treats!!

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Let your hair down, twirl about!

His tune again…

What could it be?

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Oh my, oh me!

Here come more guests…

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Have you chosen your seat?

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Oh, goood gooood goooodie.

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Now, dig in…

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Yummmm, miam.

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Don’t be shy!

Delicious awaits…

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Lips on cloud soft frosting…

Coconut delightments!

And let’s not forget…

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Mmmmmmmmmmm!

Fill me up buttercup…

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Ah, perfection!

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Cherries?

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Queen cake dear???

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Nibble away….

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OH!

Cream Puffs!!

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Custard and pastry and whipped cream, ohhhhh meeeee!

What else, let’s seeeee?

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Don’t choose today to be shy, no, no way!

There are more treats where those came from…

Sip, munch, sway!

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I am so glad you are here.

So glad!

 As glad as glad can be!!

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Isn’t it exciting?

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To be at a summer soiree?

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Especially since we have been waiting all year to see you again!

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To share…

Cupcakes made of summer sunset swirls, pink and blue and lavender too.

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And a little warmth to wash it down.

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Oopsie, let’s not forget flower cakes, filled with sheer merriment!

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Dance, sing, play!!!

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But wait!

What is that you say?

Where is Alice on this very fine day?

Wait wait, what is that I hear?

Through fairytale skies and rabbit whispers so near………?

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Oh, Alice!

There you are!

Through the rabbit hole, and into wonderland she fell.

Caught by a tree, to save the day!!

The Hatter will help her down.

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Why helloooo Alice!

Through the trees and right on time…

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Your Mad Hatter Prince, on bended kneeeeeee!

Swooon 😉

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What a madman!!

We love him, don’t we?

After-all, what would the party be without he???

As the sun sets, lights flicker, and parties continue with glee…

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Never ending magic for you and me, and all of us who can see ~

Enchantments and daydreams, under canopying trees…

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Trees that speak the very truth, you see…

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That the Mad Tea Party, in all of its Wonderland, lives inside of everyone of us who truly believes!!

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The Mad Hatter curls up for a tiny rest, before making visits to all!

Thank you for being a part of the 5th annual Mad Tea Party!!!!

Hoooooooray!!!!!

Time to make visits galore!

Fun fun and more!

Looooooove,

Vanessa

and

The whole gang here in Fanciful, Arizona.

Population, 4

(If you don’t see Matty in the photos, it is because he is under the table, tee hee!)

 

Sparkly heart

 

Links to previous parties below:

2008

2009

2010

2011

Also, some superb Alice in Wonderland inspired giveaways!

A whimsical Alice paper doll by M Ann M Creations

M ann m creation alice paper doll

 

And a couple wonderful giveaways by

Kathy at Creative Home Expressions!

Two Alice in Wonderland tea towels, and…

Kathy creative home alice in wonderland tea towels

A charming tote/purse!

Kathy creative home alice in wonderland purse

3 great giveaways.

Anyone who leaves a comment will be entered to win.

1st name drawn gets first choice, and so on.

So much excitement I could faint!!

And I might 😉

Looooove, Vanessa 

 

🖤

 

ps: If you are hosting your own party, please leave your exact party link in comments.  It will serve as an archive for years to come.

Also, please leave your party post up for a few days if you can.  The party is a several day event, and allows people time to make their visits.  One day isn’t enough time.

Thank you!! 😉

 

pss:  E-mail me right away please, if you don’t see your name on the party list, and you wanted it to be.  Mistakes can happen.  It is not intentional, I promise.

 

  1. Susan Dietz says:

    Oh Vanessa, What an adventure it was, magic and merriment galore! Such beauty and creativity, what a fun party… wont you stop by for mine too… Hugs, Susan
    http://flutterbeforeyou.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-mad-hatters-tea-party-blog-hop.html

  2. Oh Vanessa,
    you have once again put on a magnificent party full of delights, wonderment and cake 🙂 yummm.
    I hope you don’t mind me taking a cream puff home with me for Mr Hubby ?
    Thank you so much for having me over, you can find my party over at http://www.madmadammel.com/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party-2012.html
    see you there soon
    Melanie x

  3. What are the Olympics compared to your Herculean effort in decorating the perfect party?
    And I don’t think Miles could be ANY cuter. 😀
    So lovely and exciting and happy making – you truly create magic.
    Just so you know, I now keep boxes of “mad tea party” funs – what you have started! It chases the clouds away.
    I think I shall sit and stay awhile. 🙂
    (what a ramble! that’s what happens when you stay up until the wee hours I suppose.)

  4. OHHHH, wow i love your wonderful magic Teaparty…and i´m glad to be a part of it…have fun everybody
    Kerstin
    from Cobblestone Prims

  5. Michelle says:

    Oh, what a divine party! Everything is so lovely. The creampuffs and cupcakes look delicious. I’ve had such a delightfully mad time at your party. Thanks so much for hostessing! ~Michelle
    My party link:
    http://afineruffling.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party-giveaway.html

  6. Meeha Meeha says:

    Hi, Vanessa, this is my first time joining the party and I am mesmerized by your magical party and the sunset dreamy pics! Please have a marshmallow with me at http://meehameeha.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party.html
    Hugs,
    Meeha Meeha

  7. Oh my goodness lovely Vanessa, I think this is the bestest Mad Tea Party yet..oh my goodness those twinkling lights and the bird cages and the chandeliers…I want to be there, right there, sipping a cup or two and eating your delicious treats but you know what, the pictures are magical enough.
    Thank you for your constant inspiration and sense of whimsy, despite all the things that might have rained on your tea party parade, you are a star.
    Thank you and please pop over and visit us ( one day for real) at our Mad Tea Event…
    Great big kiss noises to you! MOI Moi
    KN Linda http://lillycottage.typepad.com/lilly_cottage_a_shop_of_o/2012/07/welcome-to-our-mad-tea-partywhimsy-and-vintage-2012.html

  8. Sensational!!!!!
    What a simply marvelous Mad Tea Party!
    Vanessa, you really do know how to charm us with your amazing photos of your amazing decorating, and your wonderful prose. Thanks for going to such incredible trouble and for paying attention to so much DETAIL…the tea cups, birdcages, pretty things…LOVE IT!!!!
    Love to you 🖤
    ~Vicki

  9. micupoftea says:

    THANK YOU so much, Vanessa, for hosting this lovely event! I cannot wait to visit the parties. Your photos are wonderful!
    Here is my party~ Please stop by for tea 🙂
    hugs,
    Shawn
    http://poetryinapotoftea.blogspot.com/2012/07/alice-and-rabbit-tea.html#comment-form

  10. Natasha says:

    Thankyou Vanessa for another amazing tea party. I must confess to being a bit of stalker and never leaving enough comments on your fabulous blog. I love visiting you as it is an escape into a magical world and never more so than on your MH Tea Parties. this year you have surpassed yourself, your table is gorgeous, I wouldn’t want to leave and I have my eye on one of your cream puffs! Thanks again. Natasha xxx
    http://amelieshouse.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/mad-hatter-tea-party2012.html

  11. i love the night lights the most!!! wonderful party with inspirational ideas. thank you.
    xxrosey

  12. Naomi says:

    Oh sweet Vanessa!!! I’ve had a wonderful time here in the Maddest tea party of the year!! Those are the most tastiest cupcakes ever!! What a divine party!! Thank you for having me!

  13. Melinda says:

    WOW the treats were delicious! Thank you so much for hosting this again..it has been so much fun!
    Here is my link to my tea party…
    http://takeaslowbreath.blogspot.com/2012/07/its-time-for-tea-mad-tea-party-2012.html

  14. I love your tea parties so xxx
    I was swooning over all the turquoise everywhere, so in love and then the sun went down and your party became like a dream
    so beautiful, so amazing, so perfect, love love love it xxx
    good to be back in the blog world with you
    yay! let the fun begin!
    xxx
    sheree
    http://www.ravenmoonmagic.blogspot.co.nz/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html

  15. Kathy says:

    Happy Mad Hatter Party Day,
    I am so excited it is finally here, can’t wait to check it all out. Your tea party looks grand and I can see how much fun it will be. I love the night views…….Oh, I really must go. Thank you for hosting. Kathy

  16. Chrislyn says:

    Oh Vanessa, your party is as magical as ever! I love your outdoor table with the big tree, especially at night, with the fairy lights. The cupcake in the tea cup is so pretty, and oh I love all the bird cages. I have so much fun coming to your parties. This is my first time participating in your mad tea party. You can find my tea party here:
    http://spiritdogstudios.typepad.com/spiritdogstudios/2012/07/my-mad-tea-party-2012.html
    Thank you so much for hosting such a fabulous party!
    Chrislyn

  17. Kim says:

    Oh how beautiful! Here is my blog post for the party this year….
    http://www.tabithalenox.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012do-you-care-for-tea.html
    Thank you so much Vanessa for a fabulous party! xo

  18. chelsea says:

    This is amazing!! I wish i could put on such a fantastic shindig.
    Pop by to my place here
    http://chelseaselkie.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/mad-tea-party.html

  19. Hello Vanessa! Oh! It’s wonderful!!!
    Those photos….the cupcakes….You did it fantastic!
    It’s a pleasure for me to take part of your party for the first time.
    I feel very happy having found your great and magic blog.
    Besos from Argentina, Silvina
    Here, my link
    http://tazasycuentos.blogspot.com.ar/2012/07/un-te-de-locos-mad-tea-party.html

  20. lisa says:

    Beautiful, beautiful, sweet friend! You ooze magic to the delight of everyone! My two parties are:
    http://theenchantedoven.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party.html AND
    http://theenchantedacornstudio.com/the-enchanted-acorn-studio-blog.html

  21. vivian says:

    Vanessa congrats on yet another fun mad hatters teaparty!
    Lots of fun and all so pretty! someday you just have to show us mr loveys face! (I know you wont.. but we would love to see him! LOL)
    have a happy weekend!
    xoxo

  22. The colors and light are oh so bright, I partied with joy into the night! Thanks dear friend for a lovely tea!!! Blessings always, Amy
    http://www.suchawondrousplacethisfaerytalespace.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-with-vanessa-valencia.html

  23. Snap says:

    Vanessa, I think the Mad Tea Party gets better each year. Everything is beautiful and fun! And, give-a-ways! WOWZER!!!!!

  24. Emalina Eve says:

    Oh Vanessa, what a glorious and gorgeous tea party! I love your Alice flying down from the skies above! x
    Here’s the link to my tea party: http://www.idlebakes.blogspot.co.uk

  25. Emalina Eve says:

    Oh no, my party link isn’t working 🙁 Please do come visit me anyway, everyone, at the party link below:
    http://www.idlebakes.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party-in-idle-wonderland.html

  26. Miss Linda says:

    Oh Miss Vanessa, What a lovely time I am having at your party. All the sweet treats, tea and wonderful other guests. Your party was the best ever and the giveaways were an extra soecial activity. Thank you so much for hosting this special event..Wonderous, all of it.
    http://momentsinaneye.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-of-2012.html

  27. Wow!!!! I am always filled with joy and inspired by your photos and all your hard work! Thank you for inviting us to tea x I will be joining in next year :0)
    Hugs and applause your way Vanessa x

  28. eleni says:

    oh! what a fantastic mad party!!!!!
    here is mine and a fairy givaway too!!!
    http://apinkdreamer.blogspot.gr/2012/07/a-fanciful-tea-party-at-magic-art.html

  29. wendy says:

    Miss vanessa a wonderful party again thank you for hosting … everything looks so lovely… magical
    http://blissangels.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-happy-un-birthday-to-you-party.html

  30. Emalina Eve says:

    Problems with my comments page now sorted too, so you can leave a message! Now I’m off to visit all of yours 🙂
    http://afancifultwist.typepad.com/a_fanciful_twist/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html#comment-6a00d83451d99869e2017616cedefe970c

  31. Enchanting, scrumptious and a fairy tale come to life, Vanessa! You always do such a fab job and, of course, the presence of the Hatter is the icing on the cupcake! : ) I’m not sure what I’m loving more, the way the cupcakes are decorated or how you’ve got them displayed. Love all the clocks and you’ve got a great collection of birdcages there. The teacups are all beautiful and I love how you’ve stacked some to hold things. Thanks so much for hosting this lovely party where we can all have so much fun! Can’t wait to visit everyone else!
    http://creativehomeexpressions.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html

  32. Thank you for this wonderful, magical party filled with treats!!
    Mine is here: http://blog.afiori.com/2012/07/welcome-to-mad-tea-party-2012-valkomna.html
    and you are most welcome to have tea or coffee with me and the white rabbit and Apa the cat, in Sweden or Venice or Paris!

  33. Rachel says:

    Yay so much wonderfulness and so many yummy treats, you’ve made me quite hungry!
    My tea party is all set up and ready to go
    http://phoenixra.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/wonderings-on-tale-of-tea-parties.html
    Do hope you can join me.

  34. Pretty much stuck in bed/house recovering from surgery-so living vicariously through your adorable tea party! What pretties! What fun! Wish I had some of those delectible looking sweets to wash the medicine down with! Ahhh….thanks for sharing!

  35. Beth P says:

    Oh Vanessa! You always have such a nice party, yes indeed with all the cakes and pretties for the eye to see! You invite us all to this magical place and even show us how to make such a space! Can we ever thank you enough? I think not, but you know we shall try!
    http://elisabetpollock.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html
    Hugs for 2012,
    Beth P

  36. Kelley says:

    Oh Miss V!
    You have done it again, a wonderful MAD tea party. Everything was just yummy. Thank you a hundred times over!
    Please visit my tea party the fairies are waiting for you!
    http://teacupmosaics.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-wonderful-mad-tea-party.html

  37. heather says:

    Hurray and how lovely! What a dreamy tea party you’ve found! I love the look of it in the night. So beautiful! We’re having a tea party as well!~ Come on over and see the happenings…
    http://audreyeclectic.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-prairie-alice.html

  38. I’m stuck between impressed, absolutely amazed, a bit envious, hungry and inspired to write all kinds of stories. This is a delicious treat for the senses! If I were there, I would probably eat the uneatable 😉
    http://pagan-culture.blogspot.com/2012/07/why-is-raven-like-writing-desk.html

  39. This has been the best Mad Tea Party ever! Well, I say that every year, don’t I. But every Mad Tea Party is the best while I’m am there. Thank you for so much beautiful food and fun! I’m having a tea party, too. You will find it at http://wjcsdigitalworld.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-today.html. I do hope you will have time to stop by. I’ll say a French macaron just for you!

  40. Sorry. I just can’t type! The link is: http://wjcsdigitalworld.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-today.html and I’ll “save” you a French macaron. :O)

  41. Danni says:

    Oh Vanessa! You and that cutie hatter always throw the sweetest soirees. This is one of my favorite bits of summer, when we all get together to play. Thank you for the treats, the tea and the bits of furred love.
    I hope to see you at my party too!
    http://thewhimsicalcottage.blogspot.com/2012/07/moonlit-tea-with-king-of-hearts.html

  42. val says:

    what a wonderful party! Thank you for being a great hostess. I’m having my own tea party, complete with a wonderland hostess apron I’ve made for the occasion! Please stop by to visit!
    http://yarnigras.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-hatters-tea-party.html

  43. Katarina says:

    What a heavenly colorful feast! I love your cupcakes and fairy lights, and I’m happy you feel well enough to host the Mad Tea Party again this year 🙂
    Here is my party-link:
    http://msmisantropia.blogspot.se/2012/07/picknick-in-wonderland.html
    I hope you find the time to drop by!

  44. Marjorie says:

    Hip Hip Hip Hooooorah, Huzzah and all for dancing in the garden and zinnias in the tea cups and all your merry, lovely, splendid and swirling delights this fine 2012 Mad Tea Parteeeeeee Day!!! Here is my humble little offering to the festivities!! http://marmeecraft.blogspot.com/2012/07/springing-from-saucers-other-tea-tales.html
    Off to revel in the madness!!! Meeep! : )

  45. I’m Late, I’m Late! But I know it’s never too late! You never seize to amaze me another year and you topped it all again! Congrats Vanessa on this years party! Please do head on over to mine as well! It’s a short post but just as sweet! I’ll be doing the rounds now!
    http://theweekendartist.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html

  46. Theresa says:

    Oh what an AMAZINGLY WONDERFUL MAGICAL Tea Party! I knew that it would be. 🙂 Thank you so much for hosting this cupcake and flower-filled fete! I enjoyed my stay!!!! 🙂 And thank you for offering such wonderful treats, too.
    Here is my humble offering:
    http://faeriemooncreations.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-post-and-giveaway.html
    Looking forward to visiting all the partiers!!!! And already can’t wait for next year! xoxo

  47. Oh, Vanessa, you’ve outdone yourself! I never cease to be amazed at your sense of style and whimsy. Even in the face of challenges, you sparkle and shine! It has been a kooky and rough summer here as well, and I’m grateful for a bit of a break, to immerse myself in *magic* for awhile, and most of all to connect with kindred spirits.
    If you get chance, do drop by my tea party. I’m giving away a little Alice piece there. 🙂
    http://www.kingofmicestudios.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party-and-giveaway.html
    🖤 Carolee

  48. Oh what lovely party treats Ms. Vanessa, as always! I have snagged quite a few and they were mighty delicious 😉
    We took a little hot air balloon ride to our tea party and saw some really cute critters along the way…
    http://aforestfrolic.typepad.com/a-forest-frolic/2012/07/mad-tea-party-adventure-2012.html
    Can’t wait to visit all of the parties…see everyone real soon!
    Hugs,
    Jamie 🙂

  49. Becca says:

    I am absolutely in love with your tea cups!!!

  50. Oh, I just can’t stand it, it is all so perfect and beautiful. It takes my breath away and then I saw it all lite up at night. Magnifique! I would also love to be entered in any drawings.

  51. Jorgelina says:

    Hola Vanessa!!!
    Siempre es un placer participar de tus fiestas.Son calidas,creativas y suuuuuper alegres.
    Un beso gigante amiga.
    http://todassomosreinas.blogspot.com.ar/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html

  52. Kamala says:

    My 1st Mad Tea Party!! Vanessa, I love all your photos! So much fun and I’m off to visit others…!

  53. Robinsunne says:

    Vanessa! I am so glad to be here. Thank you for inviting me. Everything is beautiful, and glamorous, and fine. 🙂
    Please come to my Summer Tea Party Board Game: http://robinsunne.com/2012/07/28/summer-tea-party-board-game/
    See you and all of your friends there!
    Love,
    Robinsunne

  54. Pamela says:

    It’s wonderful!
    Here is the link to my Mad Tea Party:
    http://inspiredbyfelicity.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-visit-from-mad-hatter.html
    Thanks so much for hosting this fun event!
    -Pamela

  55. Once again your party is over the top wonderful! I so wish I could be there to eat some of your delectable goodies and share in the magic with you! Here is the link to my post http://triciafountaine.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-mad-quest-for-muchness-and-some-tea.html
    I would LOVE any of your wonderful give aways, each is beautiful!
    Thank you tons, really more than that, what’s bigger that a ton, for your whimsical fun parties. Wish we could do them more often, but then I wouldn’t be sleeping with so much to do. And bags under the eyes are so unattractive!
    Huge blessings to you and your entire town (population 4, he he)
    Tricia

  56. Iantha says:

    Vanessa,
    You have the most wonderful Tea Parties. I have so enjoyed my visit here. So sorry to eat and run, but I think I heard a rabbit saying something about being late and I do not want to be too late for my own party. Do come by and visit if you get a chance.
    http://ianthasink.typepad.com/button/2012/07/mad-tea-party.html
    Huggs ~Iantha~

  57. Karen says:

    Absolutely Lovely!

  58. Retta says:

    Thank you so much for hosting, Vanessa….I do enjoy each and every visit here.
    I’m having a Mad Tea Party too…please come for a cuppa and a piece of cake:
    http://retta519.wordpress.com/2012/07/28/welcome-to-my-mad-tea-party/

  59. Meliss says:

    Here’s my link
    http://www.amagickalmeliss.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-t-party-2012.html
    As always your party is breathtaking. The tea cups, the large key hanging…..HIS SHOES and Socks! Funny…I have that royale liqueur bottle too! I was gonna use it, but decided to save it for next year. That pic of the milk going into the tea is perfection! YUMMY’NESS!
    Thanks for the fun V! Gotta run – it’s food shopping day!
    ~magick~
    Meliss

  60. Vanessa, you set a magical table! Every photo was lovely and inspirational! Thank you so much for hosting this amazing tea party. I hope you’ll come visit me at my tea party.
    http://scrapvamp.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html

  61. Myrna says:

    Absolutely delightful! A Beautiful tea party!Thanks so much for hosting!
    I finally have mine up!
    http://daylily777-myenchantedhome.blogspot.com/2012/07/the-mad-tea-party-2012.html

  62. ooooh Vanessa your party is too pretty. I love cream puffs, but I always have such troubles when I make them – the insides stay all eggy and soggy. Yours look divine.
    Thank you for hosting such a lovely blog party I’m so glad I could make it this year!
    My party is over here:
    http://katcanpaint.wordpress.com/2012/07/27/mad-tea-party-2012

  63. natalea says:

    everything was delightful as always Vanessa! your magic abounds! xo

  64. Donna says:

    Thank you sooo much for hosting this, Vanessa!! Your photos are so gorgeous and inspiring – I felt like I was in Wonderland! And I adore cupcakes!
    My party has cupcakes, too – so please come pick one out for yourself at http://joyfullydonna.blogspot.com/2012/07/right-on-time-for-mad-hatter-tea-party.html
    See you there! Joyfully, Donna

  65. How splendid this party was,Vanessa! I had so much fun!
    Alice and friends did portraits at my party, so please come to see the results!
    http://happy-as-a-lark-designs.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party.html

  66. Cindy says:

    Your tea party is just wonderful – completely delightful and magical. Tea time treats are my favourite!

  67. Toriz says:

    What a great party!
    Thanks for hosting it, and for inviting me!
    Here’s my party link: http://ziglernews.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/my-mad-tea-party-2012-fd.html

  68. Carmen says:

    Vanessa,
    Thank you for your wonderful Mad Tea Party! All those scrumptious, sweet treats have made me delirious. I just want to curl up on one of those chairs under the glimmering lights and drift into dreamland…
    http://www.moonlyf.com

  69. Sarah says:

    Vanessa, this year’s tea party is full of delightfully delicious cakes. Oh, my, what a lovely spread! So many beautiful choices. How is one to decide? I sooooo wanted to share a party again this year, though life took me elsewhere. ;-( This event is one I look forward to with excited anticipation. Thank you for hosting your Fanciful Mad Tea Party each summer. ~ Sarah

  70. Rhissanna says:

    Dear Vanessa
    This is my first ever Mad Tea Party. I am thrilled to be here and I am overwhelmed by the bright and delicious array of goodies you have spread out for us. Wonderful in the true sense of the word.
    As soon as I’ve had a mid-morning nap, I will make a fresh pot of tea and visit every event, and sample every fairy cake.
    If you see a rather bewildered Dutch rabbit, in a yellow frock and a black lace pinny, could you tell her she’s rather missed at home?
    (I think I commented twice. Bother!)
    http://rhissanna.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-adventure-lost-rabbit.html

  71. Rachel says:

    Hi Meliss
    Just wanted to say that I loved your tea party but couldn’t find anywhere to comment on it.
    Rachel x

  72. You’ve created a delightful scene – oh, the work that must have been involved in setting that up! The cupcakes are to die for, and the night lighting is so inviting. Now I’ll have to visit the others to see what wonderfulness they have posted.
    http://thriftshopcommando.blogspot.com/2012/07/day-28-flowers-and-mad-tea-party.html

  73. Lisa says:

    Thank you, Vanessa, for a magical party! Such a sweet delight! I a always so inspired!!
    You can visit my party here: http://lisabythebay.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html
    Hugs
    Lisa

  74. Happy Tea Party Day! We’re all mad here!

  75. Mary Zywar says:

    Hello again Vanessa
    I am very excited about your blog and your tea party!!
    Your Photos are excellent and so very magical!!
    THIS is the first time I am joining in on the fun!
    HUGS!
    Mary
    //Limelightatrworks@blogspot.com

  76. Kelly says:

    Helloooo Miss Vanessa! What a Fabulous time I am having Partying with you and All your wonderful guests!!!
    Cheers to your 5th 2012 Tea! ThAnK YoU for making our days Ssoooo FANCIFUL!;)
    http://flutteringby-mylife.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-hatter-tea-party.html

  77. Foo says:

    Vanessa! I love the tea party! I read your blog faithfully, just don’t comment much. But I am here, always smiling at your beautiful pictures, and art, and fur babies. Thank you!

  78. WOW, what a gorgeous party!! Thank you so much for hosting this magical event, I love every detail! 🙂 Here is my party link:
    http://www.fairrosie.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party.html
    Thank you and have a wonderful and magical day! ~Lauren

  79. Jessica says:

    Vanessa, I can’t even begin to tell you how magical your tea party is. It just makes me smile because it is so amazing. Thank you for hosting this wonderful event!
    http://awoodlandfantasy.blogspot.com/2012/07/welcome-to-5th-annual-mad-tea-party.html

  80. Oh Ms. Vanessa! You and the Mad Hatter really know how to put on a wonderful, magical, Gala! I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. The entrancing music, the tasty treats and the magnificent company!
    Please come by my blog for my mad tea party:
    http://anaboocreationsbysylvia.blogspot.com/2012/07/welcome-one-and-all-o-fanciful-madd-tea.html

  81. Alia says:

    Your parties are always the bestest! Everything is so lovely I wish I could come to you party in real life! Here is the link to what will be my party tomorrow afternoon: http://buccaneersandballgowns.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party-still-to-come.html
    I will just edit the post so the link will be the same.
    As always thank you for hosting this awesome event!

  82. stacy says:

    I’m so happy to wake up on this Saturday morning and see this. Your best yet!!!!!

  83. Danzel says:

    I love your Mad Tea Parties!

  84. beverly e says:

    How fun! Thanks for another glimpse of Fanciful, Arizona… such a magickal place!

  85. http://cobblestone-prims.blogspot.de/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html
    Hello…it´s me again…i forgot my Partylink at the first Comment…now here it is.
    Your Party is very Magical…I LOVE IT
    Kerstin
    http://www.cobblestone-prims.blogspot.com

  86. Iliana says:

    Wonderful,wonderful,wonderful!!! Every year you put on the most divine tea party. I never miss them!

  87. Thanks for hosting this incredibly creative tea party! Your photos are both inspirational as well as beautiful! I’d loved tasting every treat you offered! So happy to be a part of the madness!! Oh won’t you please come visit me!
    http://everyoneismadhere.wordpress.com/2012/07/28/mad-tea-party-🖤-2012/

  88. Ann Cummings says:

    Oh what a lovely party – a splashy sweet summer soiree indeed and a delightful joy to children and the young at heart everywhere – full of stars and spangles, adorable dogs and Mad Hatters, and best of all – sweet tea sets galore full of flowers and fairies and fun for all! Thank you so much for once again being a delightful hostess with delicious sites!
    And yes, my site is also up – do come visit for a bit. My grandkids and I are so looking forward to seeing you all! http://www.kidstoyteasets.com/Mad-Tea-Party-2012

  89. Margaret K says:

    You have put the biggest Cheshire grim upon my face and made me relax as I sipped my tea and enjoyed your sweet treats! Oh how I envision creating such a sweet event myself some day! You are truly creative and talented!
    What wonderful enjoyment!
    Thank you for sharing!

  90. lilli says:

    Thank you so much for this beautiful party! Our summer has also been filled with sadness, and sweetness, too–so celebrating feels like it’s been a long time coming!
    Now, I must leave to brew more tea!

  91. Beti says:

    You are amazing. Thanks for sharing this with us. It is so amazing I don’t know how you do all you do. I love Mr.’s socks and Is that a Mandolele. have a wonderful tea party. Thanks again
    Beti

  92. dena miller says:

    Oh my, Oh me….your party is always such a fun place to be!!!!! So glad that I stopped by for all of the fun festivities and of course decadent treats and sweets. Visit me here: http://theenchantingworldofmiladyleela.blogspot.com/2012/07/time-for-tea.html
    I hope you enjoy…hugs and kisses🖤
    ~~Milady Leela

  93. Lisa says:

    Oooohdalaly! I could dreamily gaze at these lovely photos all day long! They are wonderful, than you for sharing!!

  94. Genevieve says:

    Such fun and frivolity! Thank you for inviting me!
    Genevieve

  95. Meg says:

    Vanessa,
    It’s obvious from your beautiful photographs how much love and care has gone into pulling all this together. I hope you had as much fun creating as I did attending!
    Thanks for having me over, and kudos to all in Fanciful, Arizona for yet another madly wonderful (wonderfully mad?) Tea Party.

  96. Susan G says:

    Vanessa, so wonderfully whimsical and inspiring as usual! I sooo want to actually BE THERE!
    Kudos also to Mr. Fanciful for his endearing self!!
    LOVELY goodies!
    thanks so much for inviting me…I am sorry to be late.
    Internet issues and more. LOL
    Here is my link, finally:
    http://piecesoffatesusan.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012-hosted-by-fanciful.html
    Love n light,
    Susan

  97. Cameron says:

    Your parties are always a delight for the senses ( I swear I can smell the delicious desert air and sweet scent of flowers….and I can imagine tasting those decadent desserts and fresh brewed tea)!! I always have the bestest time when I attend!
    I was so bummed not to be able to participate this year….but, I’ll definately be looking forward to the Halloween tea….heehee!
    Thank you so much for having me!

  98. Gioncarla L says:

    Oh Vanessa! What a wonderful visually stunning tea party you have put on! How I love coming here each year (and all the days in between) your photos are always inspiring!
    Thanks for having me!
    I am a bit late today…we had some sadness in the family this last week so I had little time to write but looking forward to this party has helped me to keep moving forward. Much needed! Thank you!
    xoxoxo,
    Gioncarla
    My party:
    http://paintingapples.blogspot.com/2012/07/welcome-to-tea-party.html

  99. Shell says:

    Lady V, I always adore your Mad Tea Parties. Right now, my little boy is a whirling madboy of energy. Reading your post and diving into all that beauty made my dreamy heart sing.
    Now, I’m off to all the other enchanting tea parties.
    Sending you much love, my friend.
    P.S. I’m always amazed at how elaborate your parties are. You must plan for weeks in advance. It is worth every beautiful minute for all of us.

  100. Oh so lovely Miss V. I want a cupcake, they look simply scrumptious!!! And such a festive setting as well under the tree and lights.
    Thank you for inviting us,
    Tracy

  101. My dear Miss V,
    How come that I have missed this party for the first time in 3 years?
    Once again you have created magic and I will be more than happy to go and visit your lovely guests.
    This week it happens that I was following the trail of Alice and the White Rabbit without knowing it was this time of the year where everything becomes so colourful and bubbly on Blogland (and Arizona). I was in Oxford where Alice’s story began. What an experience it was. In fact, I will have to blog about it. I have become a little blog lazy lately.
    How good it is to spend some time here in your cosy and whimsy world. I send all my love to you, Mr Lovee and your furry babies.
    Bye for now special lady.;-)
    P.

  102. Don’t fret – that link works if you highlight it and right click as a “go to.”
    (From Vanessa) Miss Tami, I got your link to highlight for ya 😉
    http://thriftshopcommando.blogspot.com/2012/07/day-28-flowers-and-mad-tea-party.html

  103. Kim says:

    Vanessa ~
    Happy, Happy, Lovely, Sweet Goodness Tea Party Day!
    Beautiful eye-candy…beautiful yummy treats!
    I’m not participating because…well, because my computer has gone onward to the big electronic resting place in the clouds, so I don’t have my photo program right now. So…I’ll just browse today!
    xoxo
    Kim
    Gerushia’s New World

  104. Beautiful Shell, your baby whirling around is music to my ears!! or
    eyes in reading it ;))) You wouldnt believe this… I had no idea what I
    was doing for the party until Wednesday morning. As life around here has
    been so crazy busy beyond words… phewey! Right now I am baking, canning,
    jamming (making jam), Jamming too ;), and making homemade tomato sauce.. as the
    harvest is in. It is so mad here, I cant even tell you.. I am zombified
    ;))) looove, V
    Blog: http://www.aFancifulTwist.com
    Website: http://www.VanessaValencia.com
    In a message dated 7/28/2012 11:47:05 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,

  105. Nadine says:

    Oh wow you host an amazing party. I hope to join the fun next year. Absolutely magical. Thank you!
    -Nadine

  106. As always your party fetes are a treat to behold visually and I am certain the fare you serve is equally amazing. I only wish I could sit at that table with my own top hat on festooned with finery and sip a cuppa with you and your guests. Nibbles and chats, sips and play, dancing to the strains of The Mad Hatters music. And as night fell, and the lights shined like magic stars we could have toasted to a full day of frivolity and friendship! Happy Mad Tea Party!
    XOXOXOXO

  107. Betty says:

    Dearest Dear Mademoiselle Vanessa!
    So sorry for being a bit late today! You are right, it HAS been a kookie kind of summer and not the least of which, in the last week! Whew! That’s why I am so glad we have our lovely imaginary worlds for escaping to!! Here is the link to my party, which I just now finished (what was I thinking?):
    http://gossamertearoom.blogspot.com/2012/07/the-mad-tea-party-2012.html
    All of your goodies are so nice, as always and your party is so, so lovely, especially your most enchanting pictures at night!
    Thank you for hosting such a beautiful party where people can come and meet and just have a bit of fun!
    With biggest hugs to you, your Mr. Lovey and your Babies of the Fur!
    Wishing you a beautiful (and now, hopefully, restful!) rest of your weekend!
    Betty

  108. Jessica says:

    Also Vanessa, I just wanted to tell you that I picked up a copy of Somerset Life magazine and have been flipping through it for the past few days 🙂 I love your feature! It’s so amazing 🙂 It’s just…your pictures make me sigh with pleasure and your inspiring words give me the courage to try new things every day in my life, and continue dreaming and wishing for good things 🙂 I also wanted to say that I love your mad tea party beyond words. I can’t even tell you how much I love it. I wish I could slip through the looking glass into this wonderful mad tea party, perhaps indulge in a cherry and cupcake, and a cup of tea, of course. I love the decorations and the wonderful pictures 😀 xx

  109. Deborah says:

    My Magical Muse, you still hold The Key! The key to my heart, the key to JoY, the key to Magical Land. **sigh** oops, and drool. The wee cakes are beyond delightful! Almost too pretty to eat..almost..I ate three. Okay, four. And carried off another for Cori, and one for the Soldier’s birthday. **happy smiles** Deb

  110. Autumnwind says:

    Oh My, what a lovely party! I am so glad I stopped by. So inviting… really I have no words that are good enough! Thank you. Here is the link to my party :0)
    http://beneaththewitchesmoon.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party.html

  111. Laura says:

    I’m late! Of course I’m late! (thanks to some technical difficulties with the interwebs) I’ve just posted my party here: http://laurasfavoritethings.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party_4072.html
    I’ll be back to partake of everyone’s party later tonight.
    blessings
    ~*~

  112. What a delightful time I had at your scrumptious Mad Tea Party! Oh, the glorious sweets and treats! Yummm!
    You must submit these photos to MINGLE…they would adore them! I did see your whimsical article in Somerset Life…I found the last copy at our Jo Ann’s store! It had my name on it! Ha! I could stay here and day dream for the rest of my life. Wonderland makes me giddy!!!
    http://amagcialwhimsy.blogspot.com/
    tscat@sbcglobal.net
    =^..^=
    The Cheshire Cat
    XOXO with strawberry kisses, whipped cream and sugar on top!
    Miss Teresa

  113. YES!!!! did it!!!!
    Well I know it is last minute but, I have done my little contribution.
    😉
    http://papillonbleuuk.blogspot.com/2012/07/meeting-alice-in-oxford-where-it-all.html

  114. DogsMom says:

    Ah, you Mad Woman, you! and your handsome men.
    I knew there was a reason I could not start another diet until Monday, at least!
    So much to see, so much to enjoy!

  115. Sarah says:

    Hi Vanessa! I am very late to visit as we were out at the Olympics today-the eventing-dressage. Beautiful horses dancing around an arena-it was all very lovely. Then we were out at a friend’s house. Funny that your tea party should coincide with the first day of the Olympics! I loved your party-had a look earlier but had no time to comment and leave my link. I shall visit the other parties tomorrow. Happy party day! Sarah xx
    http://circles-of-rain.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/news-of-tea-party.html

  116. Elizabeth says:

    I LOVED seeing your tea party, thank you for hosting! I had fun thinking more about the tea party I’m hosting for my daughters friends next month! The link to my post is: http://homesteadingdruid.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html

  117. Tina says:

    Magical as always, darling…I especially adore those night time pics. Wonderland indeed. Alas, this year I was unable to join the fun on my own blog. I have been having the most wonderful adventures, but I wouldn’t miss attending your Tea Party for all the tea in China. I have not forgotten you my beautiful kindred, and pop in here from time to time to peek at your magical world. Sending fairy kisses across the ocean to you and your beautiful boys xxx

  118. Emalina says:

    Thanks for your kind advice Tami! I worked it out finally, just newbie nerves for me, worried that I was doing it wrong 🙂
    Happy Mad Tea Party! Cupcakes all round x

  119. Norma says:

    Oh Vanessa! I fear I have made a pig of myself for I have spilled a whole tray of creampuffs on my frock! In haste I dove for the plate and, well…you know…fell over on top of the table. Oh! But wait!! I have a magic wand. Oh just let me pull it out…there it is…okay…presto…everything is fixed. Whew! Now I am just going to try those flower cakes…*smiles* Norma
    p.s.drop in for a chance to win a hand painted brooch of toadstools and daisies.

  120. Wendy says:

    Dearest Miss V
    Oh dear me. It took me awhile and I am soooo very Sorry. But that furriest of Rabbits did get his tail caught between me and the door and it took us all sorts of twists and turns before we could finally get loose, but we made it here, and I am sooo very happy and delighted.
    It is Most Scrumptiously Wonderfully Wonderful. As usual. You have created such a Lovely Tea party dream. The table is just beautiful and the chairs. Well I did pick my favorite and took a seat.
    And you know me. I am all about the Sweets. Of which you made so many that I could hardly choose, so I must say I had a few. Yes A few too many. I think I had a bite of every kind. Oh I love the coconut macaroons. My fave. Oh I am floating in tea. Goodness me.
    The hatter had some wonderful jokes and your little furry baby just kept me in giggles. His music was delightful and I am truly swept off my feet. No really. Literally I had to have Alice lift me off the ground. Thank goodness I wore my best stripey tights. You know the ones with minimal holes.
    I seem to get so many in my stockings running and frolicking from tea party to tea party.
    Well I am off to see what other sorts of Mad antics I can wiggle myself into. I so will try to stay upright….Well most of the time anyway.
    Thank you so much for inviting me and also letting me join in your delicious soiree.
    Please stop by for a Mad spoonful of tea
    Wishes and Whimsy
    Wendy from Wonderland
    http://candydelane.typepad.com/curiosities/

  121. Melissa E. says:

    What a fabulous party! I had a beautiful time. Wonderful as always! Thank you for having me. I do so look forward to your parties.

  122. I so looked forward to the tea party, and I was not disappointed. Thank-you for transporting us into your magical wonderland, Sweet Vanessa.
    Your friend T
    http://bellybuttonblues.wordpress.com/2012/05/14/weeds-in-wonderland/

  123. Mary Hitch says:

    This is absolutely enchanting. The Alice paper dolls are wonderful. Would love a cuppa with a cheschire cat staring down at me. Thanks for letting me in to see the lovely tea party.

  124. I was out all day at a birthday party.Looked forward coming home to see what your party would be like.You never disappoint.So enchanting!I must admit I do really want to see HIS face someday 🙂 I’m amazed each year at the beauty of it all-Thank you Vanessa-Hugs and blessings to you.

  125. Miss Denise, his face is in a few posts on my blog. One he is
    standing with our dog in 2007 or so ;)))
    Blog: http://www.aFancifulTwist.com
    Website: http://www.VanessaValencia.com
    In a message dated 7/28/2012 9:02:51 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,

  126. Nikki says:

    Well hello fellow partiers! Ours is still going on, out by the fire, with drums. But I snuck away for a bit to share our gathering with you! Here it is: http://starcatsstudy.blogspot.com/2012/07/our-fun-feline-fae-tea-party.html
    Blessings of Sparkles and Drumbeats,
    Starcat (aka Nikki)

  127. Donna says:

    What a beautiful tea! I would love to come. Your photos are absolutely beautiful and I truly enjoyed looking through them. I love tea and tea parties!

  128. What an event! What an absolutely extravagant delight! Thank you Miss V for everything you inspire in us all!
    I must apologise to all of the party Kings and Queens who tried to visit my party and found a blank page – can you believe all of your visits crashed my server!!
    Please do visit again!! http://queencreative.com/illustration/fanciful-tea-party-2012/
    Lots of sugar and spice and everything nice.
    Queen Creative

  129. Laura says:

    Oh Miss V, you are so fabulously talented! I love every visit I make to your wonderful world here and the Mad Tea Party is just fantabulous! I had such fun visiting with you and the Hatter and all your guests! Have a wonderful day!
    love & blessings
    ~*~

  130. Becky says:

    pure magic Vanessa!…..thank you for the wonderful party!….Ü

  131. micupoftea says:

    Hello Vanessa~ I really appreciate your time and effort…thx for hosting this event! Charming pics. Let’s see. I LOVE the cloche, the stacked cups, the hanging keys, the bird cages. Enjoy the end of July 🙂
    Shawn

  132. What a miagical party you throw (as always) our photos are soooo inspiring ! Thank you for having me over, allthough I was a little late (I always get the timezones mixed up a bit..) If you have a moment, please hop over to my little feast 🙂
    xoxoxox Joyce
    http://jetdtsetters.blogspot.co.nz/2012/07/come-my-sweeties-to-my-mad-hatters-tea.html

  133. Vixie says:

    Such lovely tea parties, everyone! It was such fun to see what everyone else came up with!
    My tea party was less mad – it was a celebration of my parents’ 25th wedding anniversary, which you can see here:
    http://www.matinlapin.com/2012/07/celebrating-25-years-of-love-and.html

  134. i couldnt help myself, i just had to play along…but i didnt use your little linky thingy but that doesnt matter as long as you visit.
    xxrosey

  135. DogsMom says:

    I am having the most wonderful time. The variety of parties is exquisite. I just wanted to say that I could get around to more and I am sure many would get more comments if they had word verification turned off. It seems that more than half still have that stupid word thing on and I bet most of them don’t even realize it.

  136. Whimsy Ways says:

    As always, my visit to your blog has inspired and uplifted me! So much magic and enchantment on one page!! I’ve just started a new blog so didn’t get to have my own party, but I so look forward to participating in future events. Thanks for such a lovely place to visit 🙂
    Angela
    http://www.whimsyways.blogspot.com

  137. Stormy Cloud says:

    Miss Vannessa – You never disappoint me. What I would love is to come to your place and cook a fabulous meal for you and Mr. Lovee! And of course, bring my 3 dogs and eat under the stars in one of your lovely gypsy tents. You are such a fun spirit.
    Im so glad you enjoyed my magical story on the trip to Eden. May you enjoy great health!
    XO Stormy
    atwistoflife.blogspot.com
    wickedlydeliciousfoods.blogspot.com

  138. Toriz says:

    Just to let everyone know… I’ve been visiting all the parties, and left comments when possible, but sometimes I couldn’t (in almost all cases due to word verification). So if you didn’t get a comment from me, then it doesn’t mean I didn’t visit, because I did… I visited everyone!

  139. The word verification is killing me 🙂 It was so hard to visit
    everyone – it was excruciating to have to deal with the word verification, I
    agree. But the posts were beautiful!! And also, does it seem that
    the word verification is impossible to see??? Phewey….. 😉
    Blog: http://www.aFancifulTwist.com
    Website: http://www.VanessaValencia.com
    In a message dated 7/29/2012 5:57:45 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,

  140. Birgit says:

    What a truly enchanting party, Vanessa — such a feast for the eye! 🙂 Thanks for bringing these wonders to life — you have such a talent for that.
    Greetings from Germany,
    Birgit

  141. Deanna says:

    Thank you so much for hosting yet another amazing Mad Tea Party! My girls and I always have such fun having the party, as well as attending everyone else’s! I feel so welcome, warm and cozy when I read your blog 🙂
    Thanks again for the tea and goodies!

  142. Marcia says:

    “Where is Alice on this very fine day?” Why, she was delayed by Shopgirl in New York City, of course. 😉
    Thank you for a lovely party, Vanessa, AND thank you for being such a gracious hostess and stopping by the shop. We were away this weekend and have not visited with your guests yet, but I did manage to take a peek at your dreamy post on Saturday and was mesmerized as usual. During our weekend trip, I also had the opportunity to relax at a bookstore, and was tickled aqua (like it better than pink) when I came across your article in Somerset Life. Wonderful read. Thank you for spreading the magic, love.
    The Shop Around the Corner’s party link, “Alice in New York City” is at: http://alittleshoparoundthecorner.blogspot.com/2012/07/alice-in-new-york-city.html
    MUAH!

  143. Hola Vanessa! como siempre todo increíble! hermosas fotos, te felicito!!!!.sos una geniaa!
    por mucho trabajo esta vez participo de forma sencilla! pero no estoy en el link! buaaaaaa
    Rogelio te espera en mi blog! un abrazo!
    xoxo
    http://onlycutethingsar.blogspot.com.ar/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html

  144. Monica says:

    Gnomes love cream puffs and cupcakes and roses and tea
    They say thanks for the invite as they giggle with glee
    Glad you came to visit the woodland with hedgehog and gnome
    Thanks in turn for the fabulous party at your home!!!
    Vanessa had a great time
    Monica from Stampinmamas Place

  145. Julianne says:

    Gorgeous photos! It’s on my bucket list to one day have a mad tea party of my own. I hope that day comes sooner rather than later.

  146. Kelly says:

    What a gorgeous, opulent spread! A feast for the senses! Thanks do much for sharing and for hosting this most magical occasion! I’m afraid that I’m coming late to the party due to connectivity issues while on vacation. If you have time, please stop by for a visit at http://snibblebitzing.blogspot.com/2012/06/mad-tea-party-2012-west-virginia.html?m=1
    Thanks!
    Kelly

  147. Arwen45 says:

    Wonderful party again Vanessa. Your photos are wonderful and your imagination is boundless. Thanks for sharing it all! I would love to be considered for your draw. Thanks x

  148. Scott Myers says:

    What a lovely party!! I should do something likewise on my own blog. Hmmmm… now you’ve gotten us thinking! Lovely photos an stuff; well done!

  149. sj says:

    I am so excited! http://butterflyandbungalow.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-fancifultwists-mad-tea-party-2012-my.html
    We are participating.
    We are Az too.
    Your party is gorgeous!

  150. Tenae says:

    I think this is your most drop dead gorgeous tea party yet!! We just might have to do a tea party article in next year’s spring issue of Pagan Living… 😀

  151. loriv says:

    Vanessa,
    JUST FABULOUS!!!!!
    I have visited your tea parties for the last 5 years and there are no words…..JUST FABULOUS.
    I’m on my way to some of the other tea parties.
    I love blogland!!!!

  152. Nathalie Gagnon says:

    And just when I thought it couldn’t get better….wow….how gorgeous!! Congrats on your 5th anniversary!!!

  153. Hunnybee says:

    I always look forward to your Mad Tea Party every year. One year I will have to find the time to join in the festivities. Thanks again for a magical visit!
    XoXo
    Hunnybee & Scout

  154. Dear Vanessa,
    Thank you so much for inspiring me (in thought!) for the past 5 years…I had a little “impromptu” party myself this year, with much bigger plans already in the works for next year…
    Here is the link to my little party and art giveaway!
    Best,
    Anne
    http://alittlefurinthepaint.blogspot.com/2012/07/an-impromptu-mad-tea-partyand-art.html

  155. Heidi Anderson says:

    Oooooo My!! Look at all these comments! Well, here’s mine! 😀 Thank you for hosting another wonderous wonderful Mad Tea party!!! It was a delight! <3 Love Heidi

  156. Emalina says:

    Ahhhhh my tea party is still in full swing, but I have come back to yours, Vanessa, to sit quietly for a while in your beautiful chair and watch the fairy lights glimmer through the dusk. I have been so overexcited, who’d have thought it was possible to go to so many parties and make so many new friends in one weekend!
    I shall nibble on a divine flower cake, and maybe a cream puff if there are any left?
    Thanks for organising such a magical and bounteous Mad Tea party for us all, you are an inspiration.
    Here’s to the next 5 Mad Tea Parties!
    Emalina x
    http://www.idlebakes.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/a-mad-tea-party-in-idle-wonderland.html

  157. Carol says:

    Oh I so needed your tea party today ~ What a delight and so very creative ~thanks, namaste, (A Creative Harbor)

  158. Renee says:

    I’m late for the party, but I know it can’t be over yet. (That thing called work got in the way).
    I love all the pictures.
    And I love eclairs. I know there are some left so I’ll take one. Thank you so much.

  159. MaryJane says:

    Fanciful fun! So much to see for you and me!

  160. Vanessa! Oh, your tea party was the most beautiful ever seen! How incredible you decorate your garden and how beautifully you put your story to it!!
    And thank you for your lovely comment on my illustrated story! It´s been so fun participating. Thank you so much for hosting these parties!
    And congrats on the beautiful article in Somerset magazine!
    When life feels grey, your blog is the place to turn to.
    xo Christina

  161. Sherrie Webster says:

    Oh Vanessa!!! What a great pary this is,each year is just so spectacular and such a treat to visit. If only I were there! YOU are the most amazing person and I am so grateful you are willing to share your world with us. Mr Fanciful is always a treat to enjoy.Please accept this gratitude of you with all the love that sends it.YOU ARE THE BESTEST,Your tea sister Sherrie Webster

  162. Nicki says:

    A beautiful party as always!! I had super hot temperatures outside so I had to do it inside again this year, so sad. Also major asthma attacks all day so I’m lucky I got anything up at all. 😉 I had fun, though – tried cucumber sandwiches for the first time and liked them!
    Here’s the direct link to the party post again:
    http://58cherries.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party-2012.html
    Until next year…
    Nicki
    58Cherries

  163. Stephanie says:

    oh what a party you have put on this year…so very magical, so light and light laden…
    I have been away for a while, happy happy to have popped in for a seat at your lovely table.
    much happiness to you!
    x…x

  164. Annalee says:

    I’m late, I’m late, I’m late! I’m going to have to start calling myself the White Rabbit! @___@
    Happy Tea Partying!!! Muah!
    Your parties get better every year, even when I think that the best has already been! Your Mad Hatter is quite the romantic fellow, isn’t he? =D
    Please come by, now that I’ve returned from my trip with Cpt. Nemo… I’m back in my beach cottage with stories and tall tails galore! I’ll make us some tea and tell you all about my adventures if you’d like. ^-^
    XOXO
    http://absynthe-and-arsenic.blogspot.com/2012/07/mad-tea-party.html

  165. Alessandra Loiacono says:

    BEAUTIFUL party Vanessa!!! It’s so magical, I love it! 🙂

  166. Eeek! Miss Vanessa, I thought I commented the first morning! I certainly had a magical time at your party! I always look forward to the frivolities that you create. Thanks for having me and for hosting another great year! Twyla

  167. Mercy me oh my you have out done yourself with this year’s party!!! Soooo magical and wonderful I could actually hear the music and smell the tasty treats. I’m off to visit all the party participants!!
    Thank you for such a grand time at your tea party. Tis just what Queenie needs!
    Have a great day.
    Always, Queenie

  168. Chris says:

    Miss V !!
    A delightful party table. Thank you so much for all the goodies!!
    You always have such a lovely event. I can’t wait to see the other partiers. It’s great to have this yearly tradition with you…

  169. Absolutely MAD! I love this idea, and what a fun party you are having. Only sorry that I just discovered your blog now! But am so happy I did! I am going to start following. I agree it is so worth turning off word verification. I am in love with all your party decor and feel like doing this for my family !!!
    Blessings,
    Susie

  170. Rhissanna says:

    This is a second comment, because I just wanted to say, I visited every single party and I had a wonderful time. Thank you, thank you, Vanessa, for organising this occasion and making the Internet into a Wonderland for us.

  171. Im late, Im late…oh my Im soo very late….I am dashing and leaping about to get to the fanciful gathering I have been waiting for. I had mentioned and apologised that I would be away but have posted the EVENT on my blog so others wouldnt be late! Oh my what a dreamy spot and I am going off to sleep now sipping and nibbling and twirling about your fantastical Mad Tea Party Extravaganzzzza! Oh I am so happy the evil that bit you didnt dampen your joyous heart seeeee blesssings! Thank you very much, this means more than you will ever know…or maybe you do? 🖤🖤Debi

  172. Marilyn says:

    I have sent my tea friends here. They said where are the guests? I hadn’t noticed them not being here, but it would be fun to see guests too sometime. Now I must go visiting. I just LOVE your tea party every year.

  173. There were guests, only later into the evening 😉 But really, you are
    the guests!!! 😉
    Blog: http://www.aFancifulTwist.com
    Website: http://www.VanessaValencia.com
    In a message dated 7/30/2012 6:20:51 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,

  174. Mad Hatter says:

    Beti, Good eye. The only thing keeping this instrument from being a mandolele is the tuning.
    My instrument is a standard scale mandolin tuned as a mandolin, with guitar shaped body. It’s similar in size to a baritone uke. A mandolele is a mandolin size instrument tuned like a uke, generally with 4 strings but some do have 8. I’vd never taken the time to grasp the uke tuning. Let alone something as interesting as Chris’ harp guitar. I liked his ‘Passive Electric’ tune.

  175. Lynda says:

    My dear, dear Vanessa, I left the best for last! Something that I haven’t done in the past. I wanted to read yours at the very last, because I look forward to your beautiful cast! How thankful I am that you invented this day, as it gives me much happiness and something to look forward to each day. So from my family (and my crazy Hatter, to yours), I extend this gratitude for you and yours: Your love of life and zest of whimsy makes our lives seem much less flimsy. Forever, I hope, your world brings you sparkles and glitter, and may that Hatter continually make your heart flitter. Until next year, I shall bid adieu, that is, until reading your next blog post is due 🙂
    http://butterflydream27.blogspot.com/2012/07/2012-mad-tea-party.html

  176. Kelly Marie says:

    As always, simply gorgeous miss Vanessa. Please never stop writing…you take me on trips that are so wonderful and magical. Such a great escape!
    Much love and thank you!!!!

  177. oliveappleby says:

    as always a tempting display, looks so gorgeous, elegant, fun and delicious. As always Vanessa, a pure delight to the eyes. xx

  178. {{ aaahhhhh…
    i have been Away
    staying at
    ~~the little red house
    under the sunflowers~~
    and
    i have missed the Grand Party
    BUT
    BUT
    BUT
    i simply HAD to pop in
    and go all swoonie
    over your photos…
    yes
    yes
    yes
    —> We love him, don’t we? <--- yes yes yes we do !! & i love having you to visit whilst i can knowing you are still YOU and living The Life! i will B back soon but i would certainly B remiss if i did not stop in for a treat... as you Always & without Fail have The Best to Offer in many regards... fondly, somepinkflowers }}

  179. sue says:

    the 5th mad hatter party…my how time flies…i love these magickal parties xx

  180. Marcia says:

    Vanessa, I stopped by again to let you know that I am still enjoying myself visiting all the fun parties across Wonderland and I can’t seem to get enough. I keep thinking how mad tea parties should be celebrated every season, especially one in autumn. How magical that would be.
    Thank you again, love. This is delightful. So needed it this week too.
    MUAH!!

  181. Yay! You do have a Halloween party too. I sure hope you host one this year as well. Wishing…wishing…wishing. 🙂
    XOXO’s,
    Marcia

  182. Irina says:

    Tea Party Heaven, dear Vanessa!!! Oh yes, how I would love to join in the revelry! Everything is beautiful and magical as always…thank you so much for another fairytale glimpse into your world…
    Sheer joy and delight!
    Love the evening lights too….MAGIC!
    Hugs and sparkly blessings,
    – Irina

  183. Magical! What lovely photographs!

  184. kristy says:

    Vanessa,
    An amazing, fanciful, spectacular, fun, silly, delightful party as always!
    Thanks for bring joy and magic into the world!
    Best wish,
    Kristy
    “Twinkle, twinkle, little bat! How I wonder what you’re at.”
    The Hatter

  185. Jill James says:

    ………do you know what I love about you Vanessa?
    You celebrate every day, use all your lovely things, create freely, give generously, enjoy immensely and S H A R E because you know there is always M O R E………..

  186. Linda Diane says:

    Oh me oh my I was indeedy here on Saturday, but shame on moi, I am only just now leaving my admiration for you to see!
    I love the birdcages, the stacks of books and teacups, the garlands, the lights! Oh, and I love all the color–always love the color. I do wish I could try the gorgeous cupcake with the pearls and frosting of pinkish and bluish, topped with a fleur.
    I love the beauty of seeing the wonderful scene transition from day to night! Thank you for allowing me to visit! Loveliness did abound.

  187. Carrie says:

    I stand…………………….
    To applaud!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  188. Retta says:

    Well, things are back to normal in my neck of the woods. Hope things are going well in your life. I so enjoyed visiting everyone’s tea party…and it only took two and a half days! I don’t know how you do it…you’re amazing!

  189. Shelley says:

    I look forward every year to see the tea party photos…. so enchanting!

  190. Teresa says:

    I so wish i could have participated this year. I am looking forward to doing it next year. I would love to win any one of your items.

  191. I am back to enjoy the party again! Beautiful and magical …something we need each day! Sweet Southern hugs to you!

  192. Teri Simone says:

    Hurry hurry don’t be late . I think your tea party is great. I’m sending your link everywhere , Its so much fun I just can’t bear.

  193. Big hooraahhh for this party! It is gorgeous! Ohhh my I’m so in love in every detail you put attention in here. I love the ideas, the colors, the choice of materials used, embellishments and the like.

  194. Hooray for today! I’m so happy to see those pictures above. It’s so gorgeous. I wish I was there.

  195. Just stumbled on this post and I am in awe! How utterly delightful.

  196. Titcomb Peek says:

    Wow! It’s really a happy tea party. How nice to be here.

  197. Chrstiina says:

    These teacups are fantastic, where did you purchase them?
    Thank you

  198. Linda Rubin says:

    Vanessa, you never Seize to
    Amaze me. What a Wonderful mad tea Party.

  199. Kathleen says:

    Hello is anybody down there? I am so sorry to bother you but I am definitely missing a slice of my homemade Snoozal Pie! There are now only 7 slices left…hmm… I wonder just where it may have gotten to? I will be making a special delivery by horse and carriage today right after the Mad Tea Party, straight to the door and home of “The Three Bears. Baby Bear said it is his favorite treat before bedtime. It is baked “ Just Right” says he! Mama and Papa bear also asked if I could please bring them a Cream puff, cherries and Macaroons too if it’s alright with you my dear Alice. They have never had Queen Cake before! They love your tea and cakes and would really like to attend your tea party next time! They are a bit fussy about their chairs, you know, one chair may be too hard or too soft but there is one that is always just right! I had a wonderful teatime with friends and I am so sorry the Mad Hatter was taking a snooze as I wanted to have a chat, but it is getting very late and I must be heading up the road, delivery of my snoozal pie to my bear family friends as they look forward to a slice before their long winter’s nap. Tonight I will dream of twinkle lights, colorful tea cups filled to the brim with delicious hot teas, sweet smells and flavors and the company of all those who gathered around your beautiful wonderland table! Thanks for the invite Alice!

  200. Sandra says:

    So lovely! I thoroughly enjoyed myself at your summer soiree tea party !! Thank you for including us! S

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