June 27, 2009

Mad Tea Party 🖤 2009

It was one of those late afternoons in the Mad Tea Garden.  Where all was aglow, and characters peeked out from behind trees…

      

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Whispers echoed through the garden, it's time, it's time

 

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Welcome to the 2nd annual Mad Tea Party, The Mad Hatter sang, as he took a deep bow…

 

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Little guests made their way through Wonderland, down the path, marching behind the bunny soldiers.  All eager to begin the festivities…

 

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A wish ticket is all it takes my friends, to enter into the maddest place on earth…

 

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Birds peered through the trees, into the Mad Tea Party, as little hands paid their toll…

  

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One by one, they filled the wish box…

  

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The Mad Hatter was delighted to greet little faces, and fill them with treats.  The more treats, the madder everyone gets, he proclaimed…

      

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Hurry Hurry, little faces said to one another…

 

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So kind of you as well, to join us for tea…

      

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It seemed a wee Alice had made her way into Wonderland…

  

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And boy oh boy, was she prepared…

  

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She was accompanied by her handsome brother and her beautiful Mama.  Who wore a hat, encrusted with rare flowers, just for the occasion…

  

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The Mad Hatter was being extra cheeky…

      

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Up to all sorts of nonsense…

       

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After a hearty dose of sugar, he started spinning, and twirling and acting a bit loopy…

       

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And then, he did the most curious thing.  He offered his hat, his magical Mad Hat, to a wee Mad Hatter in the making…

  

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Why, me oh my!  I do believe he is in fact, The next Mad Hatter in line 😉

      

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With that, the party got into full swing!

       

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So much eye candy, real candy & yummy treats, that the children did not know where to begin…

 

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A Mad Tea Party fantasy indeed!!

      

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Oooooo, aaaaaaaaa…

  

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Scrumdillyumptious!!

      

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Please dig in, and don't be shy.  Why, this place is all about boundless fun, no reason, no rhyme…

 

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Fairies flew about, peeking in, and of course were invited to join…

  

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The sky began to turn into cotton candy.  Perfection!  What more could we ask for?

  

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Under those magical skies, we frolicked and played, and nibbled and munched!

       

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Cherries, cherries, cherries abound…

       

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Gumballs make us smile…

 

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Go on, try one…

  

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How could I possibly describe how much fun we are having?  Pouring and…

 

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Sipping…

  

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Perhaps this is the best face to describe what a blast we are having.  Yes yes, I am sure of it!

      

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So much fun!  The children are allowed to go bonkers.  If anything breaks it is no biggie at all (although nothing did break).  That is the main mindset to keep.  It is after-all, Wonderland…

  

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We sit and enjoy last year's Mad Tea Party, which was in Artful Blogging Magazine.  Wow, it doesn't seem so long ago, and yet here we are at part 2 of the madness…  Enjoy every moment indeed!!

 

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Yep, looks like Mister Frog is enjoying every minute.  Perhaps he ate too many cupcakes.  At least he looks happy 😉

      

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Just when we thought, it couldn't get any yummier, some of my doll creations join the party with boxes of ribbon candy… YAY!

  

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Oh, and someone thought the toadstools were the biggest hit ever.  Our little Miss Alice could not get over the fact that this party was filled with toadstools… 

 

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What a delightful evening of games and treats, and even sharing of the Mad Hat 😉

       

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As the sun started to go down, little Alice longed for a bit of music…

       

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Soon her wish was granted. 

 

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Songs could be heard in the distance, dancing through the trees.  She put down her cup, and twirled…

      

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And twirled…

  

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Soon, making it through the Wonderland woods, The Mad Tea Party trio joined us!!  

 

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Delightful sounds!!

  

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Little Miss Alice spread sparkles all over, from my (I mean her), seemingly endless golden sparkle supply 😉

      

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As the band played well into the night…

 

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Little by little everyone drifted off, as Mister Frog thanked everyone for stopping by, and talked about meeting up for another Mad Tea Party next year…

      

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The next morning, as I was cleaning up the party mess…

        

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I came across a key.  A key that opens the door to next year's Mad Tea Party…  How curiously wonderful, I thought…

 

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Just then, I saw the Mad Hatter Ride by, out of the corner of my eye. 

      

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As he left a trail of magic behind…

Huge thanks to all of you who are participating, as well as to all of you who stop by for the Mad Tea Party!!  We are delighted here at A Fanciful Twist, that you could swing by!!

I also want to thank my friend Linda (of Fire Ranch Glass Works), who is an artist extraordinaire, and lives 32 seconds from me.  She is mother to the two beautiful children (who I think should be in the movies) who made my tea party extra special.

Click on the following link, if you would like to visit the Mad Tea Party 2008 (below). 

      

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And for more Mad Hatter Shenanigans you can click here
 

🖤 ,V

ps:  Special Sale in my shop, see post below 😉

pss:  Please be patient with me.  I will try my very best to visit everyone.  I just can't wait to see what everyone is up to!!  😉 :)   If you participated,  Your blog/party will be found via your comment below once the list of participants is removed from my sidebar (I will remove the list 1.5 weeks after the party).

  1. Elizabeth says:

    wow, your tea party was just as fabulous as last year’s event! only wish I could have been there to indulge in some sweets. off to view the next party…cait wait!

  2. Chrisy says:

    What a time I’ve had at your party! The magic…the cakes…the dolls…the Mad Hatters and Alice (…we shared a dance and twirled and twirled) thank you for being such a fanciful hostess!

  3. Oh V, what fun that was…I’m still twirling about (those kiddos are gorgeous)…and my post is up, yay! Thank you for being such a wonderful host. I can’t wait to go party with everyone else too…but it’s 4:30am here and I need to catch some shut eye first, tee hee. Silly me, the time has slipped away as usual 😉 See ya soooon…
    Jamie 🙂
    p.s. we visited with mermaids, fairies, the Cheshire Cat and even Brownie McMillan came along…whew wee, what a time!

  4. karen cox says:

    Vanessa, Oh the colors, the magic the story and those gorgeous little children. Your party is amazing, but I am not surprised. This is just another example of your gift to inspire us all.
    I adored your story and the Mad Hatter is wonderful, your photographs are a delicious feast for the eyes. This was truly truly your best party of all.
    Karen

  5. LiLi M. says:

    I love your mad tea party! Of course!
    Of course you don’t have time to visit everyone at once, that is what my post is all about….I have patience…I will be visiting too and somewhere we will meet, as we laugh at the same time or we enjoy the colors at the same time. Take your time!
    Thanks for hosting this wonderful tea party!

  6. Moonfairy says:

    What a wonderful and magical tea party 🙂
    Thank you so much for hosting.
    Btw, your photos are amazing!

  7. Stacy says:

    What an exquisite party!!! Absolutely breathtaking-Thank-you for treating us to such a fabulous event-I will be party hopping over the next few days-excited to share in all the festivites!
    Stacy♡

  8. Heidi says:

    Oh wow! Now I know where Tim Burton got the inspiration for his next film! LOL!
    This looks awesome!!!!

  9. Jennifer says:

    Your tea party is absolutely SUBLIME! Little Alice is most certainly the bees knees:)
    Have a magical day……….

  10. Carol R says:

    Thank you, thank you for hosting a magical tea party, and inviting us. This was our first year to join in (first for our blog as well). Yours was so beautiful, I don’t want to leave, but “must hurry, must hurry” don’t want to miss anyone’s.
    Carol

  11. This is just as The Wee One dreamt it !!!
    How utterly magical, Vanessa. And the cherries !! Oh, my.
    A thousand thanks !! 🙂

  12. christy says:

    What a fun magical tea party!!! I had a delightful time!

  13. becky says:

    Im visiting from roseys blog.Wowo I had the best time.couldnt decide what to eat first,LOL.Im in the mood for baking a great cake now.I havent made cake in a year,LOL.Love the top hat little girl pic shes sweet.Now after all that I need a rest.

  14. amy faldet says:

    This was a party to be cherished the details were adorable and so happy and light-filled. Thank goodness for the beauty makers!!!! Blessings.

  15. amy faldet says:

    OOOhh can’t find the list of places to visit. Must be the early hour hee hee. For now I will visit those who wrote to you! Yay! Blessings.

  16. cherries and gumballs for me for sure…i am having my tea by the sea…with flowers in my hair…come join me…hugs, rebecca/cre8tiva

  17. Thank you for hosting such a beautiful party. I am new to blogging and am amazed with the time, planning and details. The photography, the children…everyhing was magical. You should be so proud. Now to party hop!

  18. Maggi says:

    What a wonderful party, I enjoyed myself immensely!! Now I’m off to join the others and here’s a link to mine http://katamommydamacy.blogspot.com/2009/06/welcome-one-and-allespecially-if-youre.html
    Thank you for a fabulous time!

  19. tristanrobin says:

    what enchantment and magic!
    a tea party to remember forever

  20. I’m enjoying your magic mad tea party !!! I should welcome and invite all of you in France, once a year !
    I will not drink and eat too much, otherwise I will not be abble to come back to France on Sunday and I have a lot of work to do …

  21. YSLGuy says:

    What a fabulous party!! Look at all those goodies.
    I just posted my own pics of the party, and can’t wait to see everyone elses!!

  22. Christina says:

    Your tea party looked delicious! What lucky kids, to participate in such a cool event!
    Bravo!

  23. Louise says:

    V, what a delightful time I had here today with tea, candy, and little ones
    twirling…
    The magic décor was enchanting the music enticing.
    But now I must be on my way for this is the event of the year,
    with so many places to be…
    Louise

  24. ohohohoohooooooooooooooo………
    a wee Mad Hatter in the making!
    a wee Alice!
    🙂
    🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤
    this is the ~best party~ ever!
    i am ever~so happy i came!!
    i am swooooning over
    and over again…
    {{ say, is it your birth*month?
    was just wondering…
    as the stars seemed lined up
    as if it were so }}
    🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤
    the three sisters are waiting
    over here for
    your drop~by,
    your pop~in
    anytime this week…
    🙂
    when you need a break
    from this most amazing party…
    a sooothing green place
    to kick back
    yes
    yes
    yes
    🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤
    everyone!
    please do drop~in!
    yipeeeeeeeeee…..

  25. rochambeau says:

    Dear Miss Fanciful,
    THIS is the best party EVER!
    Thank you for all the Maddness and all the Scrumpdidilyumptions delights. You are a delightful hostess.
    The Mad Hatters are the mini mads and ALice and their mom are very nice. Also, please the band members for the concert!
    Now, it’s a
    Good thing the Paparazzi found some photos of YOU!
    xox
    Constance

  26. shibori girl says:

    Well, Missy Vee, I was wondering how you were going to top last year’s soiree, and now I KNOW!
    You’ve added Mad-Hatter-In-Training, a charming Alice, and Wish Tickets! All those sparkles – my goodness! I’m sure I will be finding glitter for days… and in places sure to be confusing 😉
    I’ve ad so many of those cupcakes, I feel a bit like your Mr Froggie there, with the swollen middle. Thanks!
    xoxo
    Kate
    Come by when you can (I’ve got MAGIC cupcakes!)

  27. cindy says:

    your tea party is absolutely beautiful! please tell me there will be another next year so i can participate! 😀

  28. Geralyn Gray says:

    I enjoyed your party….Congratulations for your article in Artful Blogging. I love how you edit your photos and the colors you use especially the pink…….well I am late for a very important date—I must post for your party—thanks for inviting me!

  29. SkellytonArt says:

    Absolutely Magical! Thank you…Please come see us….http://skellytonart.blogspot.com/

  30. Renee says:

    My friend..what a beautiful tea party..Felt as though I was actually right there, oh, I was, wasn’t I…lolol

  31. Lynn Wheeler says:

    I am in awe! WOW!

  32. FUN! What a wonderful pics!!! amazing, awesome! De una calidad increible!So cute girl!
    Thank you for hosting such a beautiful party!!!
    no dejas de sorprenderme!
    Besos Marina
    I hope you in my party post!!!

  33. Delightful … full of whimsy and possibilities! The world is a better place to be this morning! Our hearts are lifted and our smiles are brighter. I am sending everyone your way from Lavender Dreams! Enjoy!

  34. Zen Cat Art says:

    What a fabulous party!! I will be sending everyone your way from Zen Cat Arts Mad Tea Party as soon as my cupcakes are made. I’m so glad I found this fabulous site!!
    Enjoy!

  35. Kathy in Chicago says:

    Loverly-majorical! Utterly stupendousable. Your party makes me feel like twirling cartwheels and dancing on tippy-toes!! Tra-la! Tra-la!! Worth the wait my dear. Wonderful colors, the delightfully mad hatters (big and small) wonderful treats and oh my, I just loved it all!!!
    ThankYOU! – Kathy in Chicago

  36. cathie says:

    Vanessa ~ oh so happy I was able to make it to your party this year! Oh my glorious stars, what fun it has been. Thank you for hosting this grand affair ~ off to visit all the other happy places.
    xo

  37. rochambeau says:

    Dear VV,
    Will you please add
    Le Petit Cabinet de Curiosites link:
    http://enseignedegersaint.typepad.fr/provence/2009/06/mad-tea-party-2-.html#comments
    Melanie’s is a great post!
    xox
    C

  38. What a magical place you live in…I don’t want it to end…Love the Mad Hatter’s bike..what a lovely party and the children are gorgeous..your photos are just wonderful Miss Vanessa…I am dancing around and twirlling about as I watch from a far your magical tea party. Thank you for inviting me to your wonderful party!
    Cheers

  39. Beckie says:

    So fun, so fun! And that Mad Hatter is a bit camera-shy, no?

  40. Jorgelina says:

    Hola amiga!!!
    What a wonderful and magical tea party!!
    Tu Alicia es bonita.
    Gracias por dejarme compatir esta fiesta de te tan linda.
    Estoy muy feliz!!!!
    Besitos.

  41. Marjorie says:

    This is quite the most lovely tea parteeee ever, methinks!! Dear little sweet ones, and many sweets and the maddest and grandest of all mad hatters! Hooooray!! I’m ever so glad this day has come! And the tea time is well under way over at my little forest nook, as well…..the owlettes are all donning roses atop their little felted heads and offering gifts, too! Oh those funny little owls!!
    Your too good and sweet to have such a beautiful parteeee for us all!! THankeeeeeeeee with much sugar cubes and muffins, my dear!! 🙂
    Happy Mad Tea Parteeee Day!!
    Oh, and I hope you get un-noodled soon! 🙂 Do rest a spell….or two! 🙂

  42. sadira says:

    V…this is the first stop in my party madness (after my own of course) I have pupcakes in hand and am trailing sprinkles and glitter all over the house as I visit each party…it may take a bit longer than I suspected, but I will enjoy every step! What a grand way to start the day…give that frog a big kiss for me and squeeze the hand of that Mad Hatter if you catch sight of him again. I’m off…

  43. How very fun! And this is just the beginning :). Happy, happy birthday to you…at least, I think that’s the inspiration for all of this partying! I hope your party was/is/will be very fun for you. Thanks for all the beautiful images and entertaining story, too.

  44. I am sure this tea party is the event of the year. So pleased to be invited. I had a fanciful time, ate my fill and now I waddle to the next party! Twyla

  45. vivian says:

    OH SUCH A MAGICAL PARTY! YOU’VE DONE IT AGAIN VANESSA! AND THOSE CHILDREN ARE BEAUTIFUL!
    vivian

  46. I love everything you’ve done! especially the glassware! I wish I could have been there!
    xoxo

  47. Dee says:

    What a wonderful, beautiful fanciful event, thank you so much for having me! My tastebuds are bursting with excitement, I can’t wait to visit other parties, as it’s early in the day, so I have plenty of time, Thank you thank you for this magical moment!

  48. Oh my gosh! This is magical and you’ve “outdone yourself”…love the big mushrooms and the fat frog who looks tickled to pieces. I want to hug him. Don’t be alarmed but while I was visiting – I snuck a treat and had a small snifter of raspberry Chambord. Yum!
    OK, time to party hop. Hurrah! Plus I can’t wait to see who visits my tea parties. Ack! Yes, I was so excited I designed two.
    Heh heh
    http://dawaioser.livejournal.com/687243.html

  49. LOVELY tea party!
    SpOOky Hugs,
    SpOOky CK (-‘
    XOXO

  50. Betzie says:

    So so fabulous and gorgeous your Tea Party was!!!!!!!! I enjoyed every pic and every detail!!!!
    Love your colors and even the sky played along…the children were precious and sure had fun!
    Now all my sweet puppies would like you to come for their little tea…xoxo Betzie

  51. natalea says:

    Vanessa!! This was just over the top!! i was in awe throught every picture! Literally- my mouth was hanging open!! SO fantastic- you are amazing and your talent is extraordinary- I so want all these pictures in a book!! Lovely, lovely party my friend! thank you so much for putting this together to make us happy- it was such fun! xoxo natalea

  52. Tawny says:

    As always…. you have sprinkled your magic into my day! What a wonderful tea!! thanks for inviting me! Dont you wish everyday could be a wonderland day…. oh wait… IT IS!!! what a lovely life!!

  53. Cori. G says:

    What a darling little Mad Tea Party!!!!!
    Your pictures are beyond amazing!!!!! And your little children will remember your magical tea for the rest of their lives..
    Such FUN Fanciful One!!!
    xoxo Cori

  54. That was a wonderful party!

  55. Ooooh, my children were entranced! Are there any homes for sale near yours? They want to be your neighbor!
    Wonderful, wonderful job! I wish I’d known about it in time to join in. Ah well. I came via Saucy’s bloggedy-blog-blog, whose tea party blog today inspired me to visit you here for the first time. I will subscribe to yours as well, and I hope you get time to stop by mine some time.

  56. FawnDear says:

    You’re blessed with Magic my Dear! I shall never grow tired of your visual feasts. The toad, the twirling, the guests, and goodies – Perfection!!!
    Mine simply turned Mad – but your’s – Pure Magic!

  57. Rhonda Roo says:

    EEEKS!!
    It’s Here!
    I’m here!
    and it’s all so *amazing*
    (and at that little Alice
    I cannot stop gazing!)☺
    and the Hatter! and Junior!
    and ooooohhhh, lovely treats
    This Tea Party
    cannot be beat!
    Vanessa, you outdid yourself-AGAIN!
    🖤Queen of the Tea Parties🖤 title you win!
    xoxoxoxoxoxox Rhonda Roo

  58. You’ve outdone yourself again my dear. Sit back and celebrate by gently going from tea party to tea party. You’ve woven some wonderful magic and inspired so many of us to play along. Those children are gorgeous and you are right, visions for the silver screen. Thank you many times over and over. You my dear are a delight.
    {soul hugs}
    kathryn, Collage Diva

  59. melissa says:

    I knew your party would be the event of the year! You never disappoint. Those children are as sweet as spun candy and so are your settings. Top hats off to you Vanessa! You are the magic maker.

  60. Erin says:

    Vanessa,
    What fun! Those children are so beautiful! And you put on such a scrumptious feast.
    Erin 🙂

  61. WOW! So much fun!!! And little Alice and little Mad Hatter!! And yummy food! And glitters!
    Oh boy, I think I need to sit down, so much to see that I don’t know where to look first and end up just spinning around and around. Whoo…! Dizzy!

  62. Patricia says:

    Wonderful, Beautiful Party !!!

  63. Your posts always make me cry with happiness. And I always find the tiniest detail that may go missed by others that makes me happy — this time, it’s the keys on the apothecary jars.
    Happy Tea Party!

  64. Pat says:

    I absolutely love this!!! What fun! Gorgeous post!

  65. Chris says:

    Oh, Vanessa, you truly ARE the BEST!!
    The children and Mr. Hatter… A delight!
    Thank you for a perfect party!

  66. Martha says:

    Amazing party Miss Vanessa! What a treat.
    Take care,
    Martha

  67. Mosaic Queen says:

    Fabulous as usual!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Hugs!
    Michelle

  68. Rich says:

    Fun, fun Vanessa. I’ll be looking through all the parties this morning. We had a fun time here in Prescott!
    Rich

  69. SueAnn says:

    Fabulous tea party!! Excitement fills the air and we go about our journeys and visit all the Mad Hatters and their guests!! Wonderful…!!!
    Hugging you
    SueAnn

  70. JudyK says:

    OHMYGosh!!!! You have out did youself Vanessa! I had so much fun looking at all the pictures and taking it all in. I’ll have to come back to look closer later..I’m still uploading pictures on my blog.
    Thank you for the fantasy!

  71. kayellen says:

    Just beautiful Vanessa!!! A very enchanting party!!!Loved it all:)
    xoxo
    Smiles,
    kayellen

  72. Stephanie says:

    You should be MAKING movies!! What a wonderful, magical, mystical MAD MAD tea party!!!
    oh thank you Ms Fanciful for this tea party extraordinaire!! so enjoyed every bit and bite and seeing the Mad Hatter in all his glory!
    lifting my tiny teacup to you!!!
    x..x
    steph

  73. gail friend says:

    Hi Vanessa,,, beautiful, fun and magical. You sure know how to throw a Mad Tad Party! Great job! (()) Gail

  74. Carrie says:

    Oh! Everything is so beautiful! I can’t believe it’s finally today! I’ve been excited since I recived an invitation. You’ve done a spectacular job with it, and I agree, young Alice is absolutely adorable. 🙂
    I can’t wait to see what everyone else has in store…

  75. Sharon G. says:

    Oh my goodness! Where do I start – this was just a truly magical journey full of goodness and sweetness. It’s hard to find the words to describe it. I can only say thank you so much for sharing your incredible party and letting me be a part of it. What a wonderful day in the land of Blog!
    Sharon

  76. LuLu Kellogg says:

    I am dizzy with delight from all the twirling I have done and not to mention all the sugar I have consumed at your delightful party. As much sugar is in my system right now, you will need a putty knife to remove me from the cotton candy clouds!
    Thank you ever so much for hosting this soiree! The children were absolutely adorable 🙂 This was the BEST party EVER!
    Love,
    LuLu~*xoxo

  77. oooh it was pure delight!! that cheeky Mad Hatter is such a sneak with all his clever face hiding;) heehee!! Sch a beautiful party…I could move right in and live there forever! Gorgeous little party goers…you could see the joy in their sweet little faces! Thank you for taking us along on your magical ride darling Vanessa. Love you to bits!! xoxoxo…jenn

  78. *Squeal*
    Sweet V…I wasn’t yet acquainted with you and the Mad Hatter last year and I see I missed quite a lot….this is SO MUCH FUN! Those children are enchanted (as is their hostess) and those pictures are quite possibly some of the best you have ever done. A book my dear is what this is screaming for….you could take what you have hear and it would make the most fanciful story for wee ones of all ages! Thank you for inviting me to play along. I want everyone to know about your Wonder-land and your art. You are quite possibly one of the biggest inspirations to me, your heart, your soul, your generosity. Smiles and hugs all around!
    XoXo
    Enjoy the day!
    Erin

  79. carolee says:

    Magical!! Just *magical*!!
    Running as late as the White Rabbit myself, I only just got my own post up….What FUN this is!
    I have to add, your Mad Hatter looks rather handsome (from what we can see, hehe!) and those children are absolutely precious!
    You’ve outdone yourself once again, and I just know I’ll spend the next few days grinning ear to ear as I visit all the other Mad Tea Partiers….
    (¯`v´¯)
    `*.¸.*´
    ¸.•´¸.•*¨) ¸.•*¨)
    (¸.•´ (¸.•´ .•´ ¸¸.•¨¯`• ~ Carolee

  80. Karen Young says:

    Oh Vanessa, all I can say ia WOW. Your party is amazing and those beautiful children must have been in wonderland *big grin* You have out done yourself and made my day.
    Happiness
    Karen

  81. JO says:

    Gorgeous! What a delightful, extraordinary tea party the Hatter threw this year! He certainly went to a lot of work.
    My homage to the hatter doesn’t start until later. I hope you’ll visit when you can!
    http://www.sweetmysteriousfeast.blogspot.com/

  82. Oh my – you did not disappoint. I love the colors you went with this time. It is so lovely! I could take them in all day. So glad that I got my ticket for this event!

  83. Truly lovely, you magical fairy princess! I am so sad not attend the part this year, but I’ll be there next year for sure!

  84. deborah says:

    Where to start, where to start?!?!? The Children! **sighs** Soooo beautiful! The Mad Hatter!!! Perfection. Giant toadstools and the frog…amazing. You have out done yourself my Magical Muse. I love how this party is almost the complete opposite of last year, and yet they are both exquisite. You are The Total Artist, down to the tiniest of touches. Oh my Oh my. What a blessing and a joy to have found you, my love! **blows kisses** Deborah

  85. Vanessa… this was just spectacular…
    love the children,cherries and my personal
    favorite.. those wonderful socks..
    xox
    pamela

  86. Sarah says:

    I have had such a lovely time at your mad tea party with you all! I loved seeing the rabbit soldiers, I have never seen those before. Your garden made a beautiful place for the magic to happen and the music was fantastic! Thanks to you and The Mad Hatter for your hospitality! I hope you don’t mind but I am taking a gumball with me for my journey around the party!
    Sarah x

  87. Cat says:

    Vanessa dear you cup of tea overflows with magic!
    The children are a delight and the party looks like a fairy filled fiesta despite the heat!
    Thank you for creating this magical place to enjoy and for all the inspiration you so generously give
    *raises cup*
    Cat

  88. What a magical Tea Party ! Beautiful Photos ! I would like to live in that land. Have a wonderful day.
    ~Sue~

  89. Laura Bray says:

    A magical party indeed. What beautiful children too! Thank you for inspiring another fun day. My daughter has started looking forward to our parties as a yearly tradition.

  90. Gabrielle says:

    I am quite sure that this is the most beautiful and creative blog I have ever read. You are truly talented. Thanks you for all the hard work you put into this tea party. I am having the time of my life!! 🙂

  91. Gorgeous,Gorgeous,Gorgeous!!!!
    I loved all of it, especially the frog prince and toadstools.
    Thank you for a wonderful party,
    Tracy M.

  92. AwtemNymf says:

    What a scrumdillyumcious delight to visit you once again for the Mad Tea Party! You outdid yourself again with whimsy and enchantment! I loved everything. You brightened up my morning! Off to make some tea! Hugs & Faerie Dust!

  93. Oh Miss V you have out done yourself! Such wonderful attention to detail! Thankyou so much for hosting this wonderful party! A very merry UN-Birthday to you!!!!
    Karen
    My Desert Cottage

  94. Maria Grimes says:

    Vanessa! What a lovely tea party!
    I’m having a sugar rush! What a lovely day indeed!
    If you have time, I hope you’ll stop by and have some tea with me…
    Oh, and Miss Molly too (she is serving dog water & peanut butter dog cookies, YUM!
    http://www.mariagrimes.blogspot.com
    http://www.missmollygrimes.blogspot.com

  95. coleen says:

    bravo!!! This is the most fun I have had all day!!! Still licking the frosting off my fingers!
    Heart Hugs,
    Coleen

  96. Terisa says:

    Right on Miss Vanessa! I couldn’t wait to get up and join the party this morning! Once again GREAT photography! You always create an environment I want to live in!

  97. michelle says:

    What a wonderful party! You are so lucky to have the wonderful Mad Hatter at your beck and call! He is just so perfect, well the whole thing was really. What beautiful children and even the day after mess was pretty!

  98. robin says:

    Nothing short of fantastic! but I never expected any less! It was vunderful! –Robin

  99. Lisa Swifka says:

    Absolutely beautiful and magical party…..as always you capture the essence of play and imagination and fun in a swoop of delicious confection and scenery. How lovely you had such delightful guests to partake of this swoonery and engage the Mad Hatter in such a way. Tea and twirls……desserts and dancing…….makes for an afternoon of bliss!!! Once again you are the hostess with the mostess – far and wide there are tea parties and festivities! It’s all very swoonalicious!
    I do apologize for my absence…….I am there in spirit with my best teacup in hand raising a toast to you and ALL the participants….wearing my best frock of course! Well done my friend!
    xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

  100. Shell says:

    Wonderful, magical party. A feast for the eyes. I’m happy to be part of this. Your creativity and eye to detail always astounds me. A sweet Alice and charming Mad Hatter.

  101. Danielle says:

    What wonderful photographs and a magical story indeed! I dream of attending a future enchanted tea party. Congrats!

  102. Saucy says:

    Above and BEYOND! Just brilliant, Vanessa…. Lewis Carrol would be so impressed. Yours is just eye candy from start to end, I will read it and visit it over and over again!
    I might have to start planning for next year, now! Thank you ever so much for hosting!
    xoxo

  103. Wow oh Wow! How lucky those two beautiful children are to live next door to the Mad Hatter and Miss V. Thanks for once again delighting me with your fantastic fanciful style!

  104. Shannon says:

    Miss V…what a blissfully fabulous day you have in your little land! I so wish I lived 32 seconds away from you! Beautiful, beautiful! xoxox Shannon

  105. Dina says:

    Fabulous, wonderful, amazing…this party is divine! Thank you for letting me be a part of it! Now it’s time to hop off to the next magical spot!

  106. michelle says:

    Oh, Vanessa, what a magical tea party! I love the photo of the cotton candy clouds with the yellow lanterns. I can see all the fairies and fireflies dancing in the sky! What an enchanting tea party! Oh, I could eat up everything like the froggy with the big belly!
    Michelle 🙂

  107. Sue says:

    A grand fête to be sure! I’m so pleased to be part of the party this year. A million magical wishes (with thank yous attached for all your hard work), are flying from my little cottage to your place on earth!!! 🙂

  108. O! Vanessa!!!!!!! I WISH I lived 32 seconds away and could have brought my ticket to YOUR SPECTACULAR MERRY TEA PARTY!!! The children are soOOOOOooooO SWEET just like YOU!!! HAPPY TEA PARTY EVERYONE!!! I’ll have MINE sometime today, just a little get together since I had a going away party last night for my daughter Gina who leaves tomorrow!! I’m SAD to seeeeeee her go! *SIGH*

  109. Denise says:

    Oh You are the Most Magical Hostess ever ! What a fabulous party you throw and I must add that your guests are just adorable and quite charming!!
    My sweet tooth just loved all the yummy goodies 🙂
    I don’t want to leave, but must be off……….
    Til next time 😉

  110. 3rdEyeMuse says:

    you have utterly and completely outdone yourself, Miss V … thank you, thank you for having us. 🙂

  111. becca bilas says:

    What a magical event!

  112. Brooke says:

    You are such a talent! What a magical event! I wish I could have been there in person! But indeed I was there in spirit. Seriously amazing! You are the best…EVER!

  113. Heather says:

    W.O.W.! Thanks for throwing the annual Mad Tea Party!

  114. tattingchic says:

    What a fabulous tea party! Of course, I would expect nothing less from the fabulous Vanessa Valencia!!! Mr Lovee was so…er…I mean…the Mad Hatter was so kind to oblige us for some photos and poses as he so masterfully bowed to greet us at the entrance! I am full from all the goodies and need a nap now…I will dream sweet dreams of tea and cookies!

  115. peggy gatto says:

    Magical time!!!!!!!!!!!!
    My party is just starting!
    Preview on my blog and will be ready in a couple of hours!
    Thank you for this opportunity to play and smile and to remember the fun of childhood!

  116. Theresa Huse says:

    What a whimsical and enchanting time I had at your Mad Tea Party! Count me in for next time!
    You have inspired me! Dancing with glitter and sprinkles abound ~ Treats of many colors and entertainment galore! Drop by for my mad fun. Thanks for being such a lovely hostess!!
    ~ Theresa

  117. Sheena Croft says:

    The Time has come my friends to talk of many things.. of ships and sails and sealing wax, of cabbages and kings!
    And while Texas is boiling HOT!…
    Oh what fun! Thanks Vanessa, its fun to be a part of all of this!

  118. Your party is truly magical Vanessa and you are a great hostess! Everything looks so dreamy and the kids are absolutely gorgeous! I’d love to know your special secret to give your photos that vintage look?
    Hope you’ll make it to my party too, sooner or later!
    Have a fantastic weekend!
    Carola of Boxwood Cottage

  119. Amy says:

    Oh wow! This is beyond magical!
    So amazing 😀

  120. gemma says:

    Oh Vanessa
    Thanks for all of the
    Sweets,sparkly magic
    and the dancing and twirling
    and wishes granted.

  121. Oh my Miss Vanessa!! Splendid as always. Soo much fun. I finally got my party up. It was a busy week but it’s up. Yay. Now time to go peruse the parties.

  122. Such a wonderful Party, your Mad Hatter is Divine, I got my Tea Party Dress on and my pink wings, could use some of those sparkles
    so pretty! Thank you for hosting the Tea Party of the Summer
    Karey

  123. Cassandra says:

    oh miss V! Your party was oh so gorgeous! I especially love the mad hatter’s shenanigans (on the wee bike).

  124. Connie says:

    Just a quick note to let you know that the link to your Etsy store is not working. With all of the visitors for your special event, we’ll want to see your wonderful things!

  125. Alice was searching for this very amazing tea party!

  126. Krista Komis says:

    Your tea party was magically incredible! What words could I use to describe it other than decadent, sweet, extraordinary and incredibly artistic! You are always able to find magic in everything, this was the most fun! Thank you for another fabulous party and adventure!!

  127. Krista Komis says:

    P.S. I’m having a giveaway at my party, check it out if you have time!
    XO
    http://twopixiedolls.blogspot.com

  128. Linda says:

    What a magical party! If only we could live this every day!!!!
    Thanks so much for a day of fun and whimsy!
    My party was small but we had fun, thanks to you!
    Linda

  129. Joy says:

    How mad and lovely! I want a wish ticket for next years part!

  130. Kathy says:

    Oh my….Vanessa this is the most amazing party I have ever been to. Everything is unbelievably beautiful. The colors, the photos, the details, those gorgeous kids…
    I wish I had this post in a little book ~ I would treasure it.
    Thank you, it was incredible.
    Kathy

  131. karin says:

    Vanessa, thank you for inviting us to this wonderful, magical party. I enjoyed every second of it. And that mad hatter… I think I’m starting to have a little crush 😉
    Thanks for letting us join in the fun. And next year I would love to throw a part of the party too!

  132. Susan says:

    Thank you for a wonderful, magical time. I had fun. Can’t wait until next year.

  133. Brandie says:

    Absolutely magical! It was such a delight to be admitted to such a mad party. Everything was gorgeous and just perfect. Here’s to next year!

  134. Nik says:

    A lovely tea party – looks like you guys had LOTS of fun!! Be sure to visit my tea party, too!
    Nicki
    58Cherries

  135. Meghann says:

    Delicious, Wonderful Delicious! Stunning, i loved every second of it, your photos are magical, and the party! oh the party! I wish I could have a birthday (or unbirthday) party like that.
    Stupendous! Thanks for all of your hard work 🙂

  136. Oh, how fabulous the Tea Party was…magical and enchanting to say the least!
    Can’t wait to come next year! Drop by anytime to visit. I’m always close by. :0)
    Stephanie

  137. What a wonderful Tea Party. I have enjoyed all the lovely colors, surprises and treats. Oh so yummy! Thank you for hosting this event for us to join you. Loving the large mushroom it makes me feel very tiny! Hugs, Bobbi Jo

  138. What an enchanting life you lead!
    Thank you for Sharing the smiles and for hosting such wonderful parties!
    >:0)
    Tracey

  139. Sharon says:

    Your teaparty pics are wonderful. What beautiful, delightful children and and so much fun!

  140. Elaine L. says:

    Those children must have been beside themselves with the Wonderment of Joy of it all.
    Vanessa, your posts and pictures make my life light and fluffy just when I need it.
    ~elaine~

  141. linda woolford says:

    Such a cool Party, full of wonderful treats, and fun. Lindax

  142. Renee Khan says:

    Happy Birthday Dear Heart.
    Wonderful tea party, beautiful children, beautiful set, beautiful music, and beautiful you.
    If you notice that the dormouse is missing it is because he is in my pocket.
    Love Renee xoxo

  143. Oh, Oh Oh, Vanessa what a wonderful tea party, with such beautiful guests and handsome hosts.
    Your decorations are of course devine as usual, though the bunnies and Mr Frog are tooo cute. Thank You for organising such a wondrful even, you have inspired a little bit of magic in us all that hopefully then we inspire in others…the way the world should be.
    I do think I enjoyed this party even more than last years if that is at all possible!
    Now I am going back to drool over the photos once more…truly gorgeous.
    Huge Mad Kiss Noises to you!
    Kiss Noises Linda….what a wonderful week I have had and am going to have visiting..moi!

  144. katie lynn says:

    Thank you so much for having us at this lovely soiree! Feel free to drop by anytime! 🙂
    http://dreamwishplay.blogspot.com/2009/06/fanciful-tea-party.html

  145. SusannaT says:

    Sweet perfection.
    My fingers are sticky from the cupcakes and cherries.
    Thank you for a party sprinkled with fairy dust.
    I’m curious.. what will happen if I kiss the frog?

  146. Silke says:

    In credible! What a tea party – from a different world… Love it! 🙂 Silke

  147. Nicole says:

    Wonderful party! Thanks for hosting!
    Your pictures are so beautiful!

  148. inge says:

    hello Vanessa,
    thanks to your wish ticket my tricycle “flew” over the ocean to land in your beautiful sparkly wonderland !
    I love the shoes of your big Mad Hatter… I’ve seen them in the previous posts, but didn’t comment on it, but HAD to say it on this party… they are fabulous : I think I would like to wear them too…
    I had a lot of laughs seeing your big Mad Hatter on my tricycle… What a cute guy is the little Mad hatter and you’re right : Alice and he should be in the movie !
    But you made them the stars of your party !! Gorgeous photographs : all of them.
    For the moment the weather in Belgium is sunny and hot and you tickle me to make a special place in the garden that looks like yours.
    I have an old iron bed in my garden that’s always there, but I hardly can leave it made up because of our “rainy” days. When it’s hot here in Belgium , we mostly get thunderstorms at night…
    But maybe I treat myself with a cup of tea and a table full of sweets in my own garden tomorrow and enjoy the time that it is there.
    Things like this makes the world a very special place : a real wonderland !
    thanks for hosting the party and you may bet I’ll be there next year too !!
    sweet greetings from Belgium
    Inge

  149. Thank you for the beautiful, magical time. I’ve savored and enjoyed every minute detail. You are a beautiful, gifted and creative inspiration in a world that needs much more of your kind of magic and wonderment. After the latest news we received about my son’s health, I couldn’t imagine getting out of the bed…let alone creating or attending a Mad Tea party. This has been such magical medicine for the spirit. My son came to your party with me and he is in awe of your gifts and talents. He is a gifted artist and composer since early childhood, but his health has all but stopped his creating. Thank you for giving him a magical distraction from his suffering. You are such an angel in this world.

  150. Robin says:

    [pant pant pant]……I’m here! I’m here!
    I’m sorry to say I am late. I am late!….but I have my wish ticket….wouldn’t miss the date. I’ve come for tea and sweets too. I’ve come to play, sing and dance with you.
    Your tea is delicious and so are the treats.
    All is so lovely….I feel so sleepy….must be the mushrooms…..I must have had too many…….burp…..oh, excuse me.
    I’ll have one of those lovely candies if I may…..and be right as rain and be on my way. Thank you! Thank you! It has been great fun. I have had a lovely time, but now I must run.
    Have a most enchantedly beautiful weekend.

  151. Melissa says:

    how wonderful!! I would love to attend a beautiful party like this 🙂

  152. Eve says:

    You have the most lovely pictures. I am so in AWWWWWWWEEEEE! I had a wonderful time here (so glad my power got restored too so I could ‘blog hop’ today!)
    Thank you so much for hosting this great event. I’ll definitely be a part of it next year!
    Take care~EVE

  153. Kathy Creative Home Expressions says:

    Those pictures are just fabulous! I love it!

  154. Kristin says:

    What a beautiful tea party Ms. V! Everything was so lovely and delicious. And gorgeous as usual. Thank you so much for your hospitality and being the most wonderful hostess. Happy Tea Party!

  155. devil mood says:

    It’s not only a Mad tea party, it’s a Mad with Beauty tea party!! Amazing!

  156. JO says:

    This has been a joy to read… I adore little miss Alice in Wonderland and the Mad Hatter …. as well as his intern to be Mad Hatter Jr….
    The food looks like something I would definitely want to sink my teeth into… and warm my belly full… and that bottle of Chambourd? I take it for the grown ups? …. hmmmm or mmmmmm?
    Do get better …. all will understand I am sure
    LOTS OF HUGS
    JO

  157. Dajon says:

    Vanessa.
    Thank you for organising another great
    event.
    Your post was as coulorful and magical
    as always.
    Happy Party !
    Take care
    Dajon xx

  158. connie says:

    what a great party! looks like everyone (me too!) had a marvelous time!
    connie

  159. Bill C. says:

    What a fantastic merriment! I wish I was there.

  160. *Staci * says:

    Wow what a wonderful party. I am glad I ditched mine and came over here.
    Thanks for having this event again. It’s been so fun visiting new blogs and looking at cupcakes all day.
    🙂
    ~Staci

  161. Wow!!! What a post! This was so much fun, a sight to behold, the pictures are amazing. Thanks for throwing such a fantastic tea party!

  162. Kitty Kellie says:

    Hello Ms. Vanessa,
    Your party has been a delight! Just popped over to thank my hostess for the yummy treats and mouthwatering sweets. I hope you feel better.
    Many thanks for a job well done.
    Cheers! =D
    ~Kitty Kellie
    The Artful Paper Doll

  163. What a beautiful tea party Vanessa, I knew you would not disappoint! The colours and everything are just magical, I bet the gorgeous children had a wonderful time!
    Thank you again for hosting such a glorious event, and I hope you are feeling better soon!
    x Jessy

  164. What a fantastic tea party! How wonderful of Mr. Lovee to be such a great Mad Hatter!

  165. LaLa says:

    What a lovely party, what a colorful display! Thank you for inviting me over to play!
    The tea was lovely, the pastries divine, and the music and dancing were certainly fine!
    I truly enjoyed myself in your mad abode. I was so enchanted after being kissed by your toad!
    I do so look forward to our next rendezvous, me you, and the Mad Hatter too!
    Love LaLa

  166. what fun everyone had!! what a lovely tea party !!

  167. Well after finally getting some shut eye late this morning and having run my errands I am finally sitting down ready to join the party, and more importantly the hostess! Wow..you always infuse magic into everything you do and say;something that must be second nature to you. Your phtos are so wonderful(!) and your models, well you would have to look far and wide to find such beautiful young faces with luminous smiling eyes. I think you ought to submit this post to Cookie magazine~they would love it and probably would publish your story/images. And the Sr. Mad Hatter is all the more alluring that he refuses to show his face (I think it must be the long curls, something my hubby use to have when I first met him~sigh:)
    Thanks for hosting this huge event!I look forward to “mingling’ with the other guests:)

  168. anita rivera says:

    WOW. Your party makes the one I did look so silly! So glad to make your acquaintance! Anita

  169. that was fantastical !!!
    Be sure to stop in to visit our Mad Hatter Tea Party !! I joined in the fun !!!
    Hugs, Mica
    http://thechildspaper.blogspot.com/
    and.. also, on my other blog:
    http://garboodles.blogspot.com/

  170. FrenchBlue says:

    I waited and waited… far better than my imagination! Loved the time I spent with all our friends at the tea party… When I got home my shoes were covered in fairy dust and I still had cupcakes on my mouth! Why didn’t you tell me~
    Thanks for all your planning and for hosting such a fun party!
    XOOX’s
    Janet

  171. joyce stahl says:

    Pure Magic Vanessa! *sigh*

  172. So beautiful…I am enjoying this on a holiday that was put off then rescheduled to the party day. Could find no wifi till tonight…In a super 8 in Pleasanton, Texas. Middle of nowhere..But I posted late..Im so glad I did this Thank you…I hope you feel better.
    Sonia xoxo

  173. Valerie says:

    Your photographs are so amazing – and of course the subjects, such beautiful children and the wonderful Mad Hatter.
    What a fantastic tea party yet again.
    Thank you for hosting this blog event – it is so much fun to find all the crativity out there in blogland!

  174. Kat says:

    Cotton candy clouds! I always love the atmosphere in your photos, you have such a magic touch with color and styling, I always want to live in one of your pictures. Thanks for hosting such a beautiful party!

  175. Thanks for throwing this fabulous Mad Tea Party bash again this year! It is so much fun. Yours was fantastical!
    Donna

  176. Velvet Brick says:

    Oh Vanessa! What a wonderful party it was – and Little Alice is just as sweet as they come! I LOVE the bunny soldiers!!! And the Mad Hatter is just as wackily wonderful as ever! Such a wonderful soiree it is and such a joy to be able to come to! Thank you for inviting me! My soul is renewed!
    Oh my…I am so sorry about the flu! My daughter got it last Tuesday and I woke up last Friday with it – it is the most wicked of bugs ever…it had me in bed for three days. Do take care and don’t push yourself…it really takes a few days to get over. I will be sending speedy prayers of a settled tummy down your way. Love you and appreciate all that you did for us this week – what a wonderful time it was! : )))
    xoxoxo
    VB

  177. Deana says:

    Vanessa, What a magical and yummy party. I hope you are feeling better real soon. Try some tea and saltines.Deana

  178. rosebonbon says:

    Beautiful and magical, as always!!! Thank you for having me!***
    Magic wishes to all the little Alices…

  179. Lanimoz says:

    *:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:
    *:*:*:Make and make-believe! Such a lovely:*:* *:*party!! This was the most splendid idea*:*:*
    :*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

  180. Hi Vanessa!
    I hope you feel better and can visit my Tea Party soon 🙂
    Wonderful Mad Tea Party! Everything was just so delightful, the children are beautiful and the Mad Hatter as witty as ever.
    Loved all of your decorations and delicious treats. See you next year for the 3rd Mad Tea Party!!
    Hugs…
    Vania

  181. Just gorgeous as usual!!! Thanks for sharing your life with the world!!

  182. wow !! This was grand !!!
    Come visit me too !!!
    http://garboodles.blogspot.com/
    or here
    http://thechildspaper.blogspot.com/
    Ta ta, Mica

  183. junie says:

    A perfectly wonderful party full of magic. The children were so cute. Wee Alice is absolutely gorgeous- she stole my heart. The goodies and the pictures were fabulous. Thank you for a smashing good time. I do hope you get over that nasty stomach bug. Rest up my dear, you’ll make your rounds soon enough.
    xo-junie

  184. You never cease to enchant and delight! Thank you for sharing your magic with us all! Have a lovely week. Warmly, Cathy ^..^

  185. Thank you Vanessa, this is the bestest maddest party ever! Im having so much fun. Cute kids too! And lovely colorful decorations. Thank you thank you.
    -HurricaneKassi

  186. So delightful and sweet! The children are beautiful! Yes, they should be in movies!
    Such wonderfully, delectable goodies all over the place. The Mad Hatter was fabulous in his stripped socks and hat! I was laughing so hard at the silly pictures.
    (Hope you are feeling better soon). I will e-mail you photos of eye-candy soon!
    And thank you for your lovely print sale! That is so sweet of you!
    Happiness always,
    Teresa in CA

  187. Chrisy says:

    So sorry to hear you’re feelin poorly sweet girl…just rest up…relax…you’ve been partying very hard and need to take a breather…I’m sure we’ll still be partying when you’re feeling wonderfully well again!

  188. eb says:

    I have painted a special little teacup for you
    will send via e-mail – happy unbirthday darling…
    xox – eb.

  189. karin y says:

    an amazing party as always Miss V.
    i even made it through all the participants blogs…that was amazingly fun!
    Such wonderful people are out in blogland.
    Much love to you!
    karin

  190. icantsew says:

    at last i arrived… so glad i could make it. you sure are right about those children, they look like they belong on the big screen. what a wonderul party vanessa. my sister was blown away by the party i set up for our children, but i wouldnt of had one if it wasnt for you. thank you in advance from my children as they look back on their childhood with fond memories.
    sticky, sugary smooches
    rosey

  191. Jessica says:

    I’m spell-bound! What an utterly, incredibly enchanting fête!
    🖤 Jessica

  192. Hola Vanessa
    what a wonderful Party! Thanks for coming up the idea and really shaking up blogland. It really brought out my creative juices. I’m not sure you got a chance to visit mine. The party is still going on here in uncharacteristically sunny London. Stop by if you get some time. There’s a watermelon martini of offer… :p
    Nat
    http://hinas-apprentice.blogspot.com/
    Besos

  193. Oh dear! What a wonderful world to be in. Full of sparkles, fairy dust, dancing, eating, meeting the mad hatter , . . .
    The little darling sure looks like they’re having so much fun. To think, there’s no worries of breaking anything! yay! And yes I do agree they such beautiful kids.
    Oh Vanessa. That key on the end makes me very hopeful for the next tea party 🙂
    Thanks for the fun!

  194. I am in a state of pure delight!

  195. Oh mIss ~V~ You inspire me so! I have to apologize~ I was teaching this weekend at Paper CowGirl and I didn’t get in till late and missed the event~ Please forgive me dear friend, I looked so forward to your madness. So as a tribute I will be posting a special post just for you……
    xoxxo, Miss Ann-Denise

  196. Canadian Queen says:

    you are the BEST. NEIGHBOUR. E-VER!! Those children will never forget the magic of living next door to you!! What a gift!! I wish I was your neighbour too!

  197. Bailey says:

    Wow, Vanessa, you really out did yourself! I’m so terribly sorry to here about your wee stomach bug, but I hope you get better soon. Thanks for sharing the festivities.

  198. Marvaq says:

    Oh how fun!!! What an awesome tea party!!! Love all the toadstools, rabbits, the Mad Hatter… Your photos are fabulous and what a great idea!

  199. Kylee Ward says:

    V~
    Your Tea Party is AMAZING!!!! I’ve had such a wonderful time!! So much color and fancy and treats..OH MY….I’m beyond words!!!
    p.s. I hope you are feeling better soon!!!
    XOXOXOXOXOXO
    Kylee

  200. Oh what a wonderful party~! Well done!

  201. Kathy says:

    Beautiful magical post!
    Kathy

  202. jodi lynn says:

    You are so creative and magical! Thanks for sharing…thanks for your inspiration. Thanks for the wonderful party!!!!!!! I LOVED being a part of it…what wonderful folks!!!
    🙂
    ~jodi

  203. I was party hopping and I’m so glad I leaped on over. I can’t imagine all of the time, work and creativity that went into your grandest of tea parties. I’m truly inspired.

  204. Palmer says:

    Dear Vanessa,Thank you so much for all of your Magic… You inspire soooo many…I love all of your talents…As always the best party ever !

  205. Queenie says:

    Absolutely and untterly charming! One of the most creative things I have experienced… it was a lovely party, and I do hope there will be party next year as well 🙂 Quite lovely, indeed!

  206. Vanessa… thank you for a lovely, magical
    weekend..it was so special and amazing!!!

  207. BunnyKissd says:

    What a deliciously mad celebration you had! ^-^ Do stop by and see how ours went, when you’re feeling better of course! (Perhaps it was too many sweets at the Party?)

  208. Camille says:

    As always, you amaze me! The pictures, the decor, the Mad Hatter, the GORGEOUS little Alice! What a wonder tea party. Thanks for having us!!

  209. Thank you so much Vanessa for inviting me to your party. What a heavenly place you must dwell….loved the party. I wish it would never end. Your photos are just too amazing! Great job. Thank you for all your hard work!! Hugs, ~Nan

  210. Chelsea Ann says:

    Oh V~ What a lovely party… I’m so dizzy from all the swirling, candy, and glittery magical dust… Oh how lovely. I can’t put words to such a treat. And I do hope you feel better. Your in my thoughts.
    Truly you have been so busy your poor little body needs a bit of a break!
    Chelsea Ann
    P.S. I love the toad and the rabbit soldiers!!11

  211. Joy Jones says:

    Hello Party Queen Vanessa!!! WOW!! Every tiny detail was magical and jaw dropping. I did not think you could top last years event, but my dear, you have outdone yourself!! Thank you! ~ xoxo Joy

  212. Mendy says:

    I am FINALLY here! I am having so much fun at your magical party!! What fabulous photos you have!! The children are having so much fun. Thank you for inviting me my friend!! Hugs, Mendy

  213. audrey says:

    Wonderful, wonderful and more wonderful!!!!

  214. Laura says:

    Oh what a fantastic party!
    I had a wonderful day now I’m off to have a nosey at all these other Mad gatherings 🙂
    Laura

  215. Elena says:

    Your blog is one of the sweetest things I’ve ever seen! I just can’t get over it!

  216. Nancy says:

    Ah, once again you and Mr. Lovee have outdone yourselves! A truly sublime tea party if I do say so myself! 🙂 The treats, the company, the children…absolute perfection Miss V.!
    I did indeed thoroughly enjoy myself and want to thank you so very much for the kind invitation! 😉

  217. dee says:

    WOW!! what a weekend, I had a fabulous time meeting so many wonderful people and visiting so many beautiful blogs. Thanks Vanessa for hosting this wonderful event. I’ll be back next year!!

  218. Myrna says:

    Hi Vanessa,
    Thanks for letting me part of your spectaclar Mad Tea Party event. I have enjoyed your magical ,imagination spurring party.So many delightful things for your senses to take in , it was like looking at a Christmas tree. I loved it. 😎
    ~Myrna

  219. ning fathia says:

    I wish I were there!! This is a party I wish would never ever end!!

  220. Cassandra says:

    oh, i couldn’t get my comment to post on saturday…
    i love the mad hatter on the wee bike…
    and the little alice in the big mad hat.
    and just about everything else too…
    so absolutely stunning, my dear…

  221. SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO WONDERFUL

  222. Di Overton says:

    Oh I have been away and missed it 🙁 It all looks so fabulous but what else could one expect of you?
    I have that self same liqueur bottle in my bathroom.

  223. Marilyn says:

    I can’t remember if I commented or not (senior moment @ 37)… thank you for your creativity and hard work. Hope you feel better soon… I send you some virtual chicken soup;o)

  224. Kristal says:

    You are the absolute Queen of the Faeries! You have so much magic inside of you and it’s so much fun to see you expressing it! Thank you so much for hosting this special party. It really gave me an excuse to find some of that magic inside of me and try to get it expressed. I guess it’s an ever evolving thing and something that needs to be worked on, but thanks for showing me a keyhole in which to start. Big {{HUGS}} to you Vanessa!

  225. Mo'a says:

    Wow!!! Your party is magical and so very beautiful. Music, sweet treats and beautiful people…Oh, my!!!
    Little Alice and young Mr. Hatter are charming . Thank you for the pleasure you have given us all…I will keep the kettle on for you impending visit…there are plenty of treats left.
    I am late because I had to take care that my party goers, where having a good time. xoxoo

  226. susanna says:

    Oooh la la! What magic can be found here! Stunning! So much fun! YOU must be the most delightful neighbor on the whole block! Love the sparkliness in all your gorgeous photographs. I swear, the photographs were candy, not just eye-candy. Yum! And Alice and the Young Mad Hatter are beautiful and should be in the movies. And the Mad Hatter himself looks like a hoot. You’ve found a kindred spirit in him, lucky you. 🙂

  227. Corn says:

    Gosh, you make me feel like a little kid again taking this fairytale adventure with you. How whimsical and fun! Love the pics and what gorgeous kids. You have an amazing talent that really stands out above the rest. Thanks for sharing! Inspires me to do something wonderful for my daughters birthday…wish you could plan it for me..hee hee 🙂

  228. Oh sweet Vanessa, feel better soon!
    I had to escape and went to Rome, bought magical things for myself there and for afiori and had a cappuccino – gelato party.
    hugs

  229. Jessica says:

    Looks GREAT!!!! I’ve never seen a more charming tea party.

  230. Erin says:

    I think I have now officially visited all the blogs…I am VERY proud of myself.
    A very Merry Unbirthday!
    Erin 🙂
    http://www.fairiemoon.typepad.com/

  231. I sure hope you are feeling better now, sweet friend! I have enjoyed your party and all the others and just stopped by to say…take care and feel better soon! You are so special to all of us! Get lots of rest!

  232. Happy says:

    I’m late! I’m late! I’m late for an important date! No time to say hello-goodbye I’m late I’m late I’m late!! But… the party is still here, so I had a great time today. And you know what they say? Better late than never. I was mentally unavailable on Saturday, but I loved the party every bit as much today. Fabulous. I hope you are recovering – perhaps you ingested a wee bit of tainted sugar. Happy

  233. Mimi says:

    What an amazing post!!!
    This was my dream birthday theme, my birthday ironically was June 27 and I didnt get to have it because I lost my job and couldnt afford the overall look I wanted I have all the pictures saved so maybe next year… But your post is amazing, I LOVE it!!!
    xo

  234. Charmed Life says:

    Miss Vanessa!
    Your tea party is absolutely DIVINE! Every detail is perfection, all the way down to the last cherry and gumball!
    Thank you so much for hosting such a WONDERFUL soiree! It was such fun to be on your FABULOUS party circuit, thank you for including me! I appreciate ALL of your hard work!
    Happy Day and Hugs to you!
    Melissa

  235. Oh Me Oh My!! I can’t seem to leave!!!!
    {{tee~hee}}

  236. Molly says:

    This is marvelous. Completely MARvelous!~*
    Thank you for sharing it with us!
    Much Joy, Many Blissings~*
    Molly

  237. Cait says:

    Little Alice and little mad hatter are so darling! And of course the real Mad Hatter as mysterious as ever. Thank you for another glorious tea party!
    I’m so excited to be in America for the summer and able to get on to Typepad and comment again!
    love,
    cait

  238. Sandra says:

    WOWEEEEEE!!!! That was so much fun!!!! I feel as if I have eaten a dozen or so of those delectable cupcakes with cherries on top! So much fun!!!!

  239. Marjorie says:

    Oh!!! And I was so inspired what with all the tea time tales and magic, I created a new print with owls and tea, oh me!!! tee hee!!
    http://marmeecraft.blogspot.com/2009/06/tea-and-owl-owl-and-tea.html
    I had to share him, as I know you would find him funny!! 🙂

  240. OH my goodness that was the most fun ever!!! Thank you Vanessa for having us at your most fabulously wonderful tea party! Your little friends were adorable!
    Loving the rabbits and mushrooms and your beautiful magical creations! xo

  241. Woweeee,!! I waited with baited breath for this wonderful splendiforusly fabulous Tea Party and like I knewit would not, it did not dissappoint , not one bitty bit, every frame is a wonderful bit of eye candy. So well done and so apreciated. Thank you for hosting this Tea Party and mostly thank you for enviting me… though I was swampped with my usuall over stacked plate of doings I loved spending time and participating,,.. it added a bit of sweetness to my day. I hope that those nasty little flu bugs take thier leave at once, and you return to your springy inspirational self soon… peace Michelle/Marriggold

  242. Cinnibonbon says:

    Your spirit and magic always amazes me! You are a true artist and just a twist of good fun!! Thank you for your vision and dreams of wonderland and for sharing it with us folks!!

  243. Sheila says:

    Vanessa, I followed a link from another blog to your doorstep, and this is enchanting. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I had a lovely time at your party, and I hope to come back again next year.
    XO,
    Sheila 🙂

  244. Adiel says:

    I missed the date, but not the party! I love all your pictures. You are such an inspiration. I want to go paint and sculpt and melt glass now..:)
    Adiel

  245. Satsuki says:

    Visual sensory overload- I love it!

  246. Gerry says:

    WOW~~~ you really know how to throw a party! Love the photos and the story.
    I’m happy that I found your blog.

  247. jean says:

    tea light full….thank you!

  248. Alberta says:

    This is just magical. You are a very gifted designer,stylist, photograper, and artist. Have you ever considered a career set design or cinematography?

  249. Daisy says:

    This is the most amazing Mad Hatter party that I have ever seen. I am planning one of these parties and I was wondering if you would mind sharing where you purchased a lot of your crafts or where online I could maybe find them. I love the mushrooms, frog and rabbits! It’s all so whimsical and perferct for the party. So, if you don’t mind I would really appreciate your input. Thanks Daisy~

  250. Patricia says:

    I,just landed here by accident and …just fell in love with your universe!
    I am goint to put a link to your blog on mine straight away!
    Kind regards from a French woman who lives in Kent (UK).

  251. Patricia says:

    I,just landed here by accident and …just fell in love with your universe!
    I am goint to put a link to your blog on mine straight away!
    Kind regards from a French woman who lives in Kent (UK).

  252. Its really good to see this blog,you have nice information about kids party.Images here are also good.I got valuable links. I will like too see this blog again.

  253. Ashley says:

    LOVE!!!! EVERYTHING! Fabulous!

  254. Oh my oh my! Such a magical party was had and so very beautiful…I am breathless viewing it all. Blessings Eden

  255. emilia says:

    Te lo digo en castellano porque no se ingles. Es perfecto! Tu trabajo es maravilloso y justo lo que imagine cuando lei Alicia. Felicidades!

  256. Certain people are the hardest things to let go. But you are right, you cannot extract a person from an object.
    I find that being grateful for the time I had with the person brings joy and helps alleviate the grief.

  257. Christina says:

    How did you make the mushrooms? I want to make those as doer for my party.

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