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Friday, June 24, 2011

♥ A Mad Tea Party and a Mad Giveaway! ♥

It's that time again....

Have you been anxiously awaiting it as I have?

It's the annual *Mad Tea Party*, right here in bloglandia, hosted by the always enchanting Vanessa Valencia, and her handsome cohort, the Mad Hatter, at Vanessa's blog "A Fanciful Twist". For those of you not familiar, this is annual blog-hopping sort of event, beginning on the aforementioned blog, where all the Mad Tea Party participants are listed...

Visit any or all, as time allows, but I feel that more is always better, especially when it comes to madness. ;)

So let the party begin!

Let's see, we'll need a teapot...I love them all. You decide. ♥

Now let's see what's in the Mad Tea Chest...

Maybe a cup of herbal brew?

And what tea party would be complete without sweets? I've baked up a batch of pink lemonade cupcakes just for the occasion. And how fun is the tea cozy? It was a gift from a very talented collector friend. So sweet of her. ♥

I love, love, LOVE tea parties, don't you?!

I'm so glad you came to visit, and hope you come back again to have a further look around! But before you go, do leave a comment - any comment will do - and you'll be entered to win this whimsical little painting "Down the Rabbit Hole". This is an original, not a print, painted in acrylics on 5" x 5" gallery canvas, and signed by the artist (me). :)

The edges are painted too, so there's no need for a frame.

I'll draw the winner's name via random number generator next Saturday, July 2, at 9PM.

Until then, "Oh my ears and whiskers, how late it's getting!"....I must be off...

Happy Mad Tea Party Day!

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(¸.•´ (¸.•´ ♥ Carolee
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83 comments:

  1. LeeJune 24, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    Oh, Carolee, what fun!
    Your tea party was fun-Thanks for inviting us!
    Yummy cupcakes, too!

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  2. Marnely Rodriguez-MurrayJune 24, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    you are so talented! love this! wish I win! :) happy weekend!

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  3. GraceBeadingJune 24, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    LOVE it! And that photo of those teapots... wonderful! Beautiful stuff Carolee

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  4. Marsha @ Tattered ChickJune 24, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Oh, a tea party! Yum pink lemonade cupcakes!!

    Oh, painting "Down the Rabbit Hole" is wonderful!!!!

    I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Thank you for the tea and cupcakes!

    xxoo

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  5. debbieluttrellJune 24, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    How exciting! I can't wait to visit the other blogs! Love your give-away piece, too!

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  6. Shawn Neuhalfen Blackdeer - MillerJune 24, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Soooo Much talent ! And soooo much fun...I just might have to spend the weekend having my tea:)

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  7. RueJune 24, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    I love your teapot collection!

    I've been such a fan of your art since I found you online a year or so ago. This picture of yours is whimsical & lovely!

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  8. Sylvia SmiserJune 24, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    Hi Carolee, What a wonderful party you have given. The pink lemonade cupcakes were incredibly delicious.
    Thank you for having me over!
    Please stop by mine:
    http://www.anaboocreationsbysylvia.blogspot.com

    Hugs,
    Sylvia

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  9. DellaRaeJune 24, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    What lovely teapots and a wonderful painting. Wish I had the cupcake recipe!

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  10. MelissaJune 25, 2011 at 4:30 AM

    I had a divine time at your tea party! Your painting are wonderful as always! Thanks for having me!

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  11. petoskystoneJune 25, 2011 at 4:36 AM

    loving the red/white striped stockings on alice! :)

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  12. apinkdreamerJune 25, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    what a wonderful party! thanks for inviting me!!!

    http://apinkdreamer.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-summer-party-in-pumpkinland.html

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  13. AmyBJune 25, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    Lovely tea parties everywhere!!

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  14. maddyroseJune 25, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    Loved the cupcakes. I've never had pink lemonade ones, and the tea, brewed to perfection. If I were lucky enough to win one of your paintings life would be perfect. Wonderful post, Carolee.

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  15. SaraJune 25, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    I did so love your tea party. I love the painting. Hugs Sara

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  16. PixieJune 25, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Thanks for having me over to your party! It was quite full of MAD fun.

    http://pixiepages.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-tasting-extravaganza.html

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  17. TerriJune 25, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Beautiful tea pots and delicious tea too! How fun to come and see your Mad Tea Party! I adore the tea cozy and am inspired to create one too!
    Thank you so much for sharing your party with us!
    Hugs,
    Terri
    http://artfulaffirmations.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party.html

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  18. TeresaJune 25, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    Hope I win. Hope I win, Hope I win! there, that should do it. I feel like i'm always falling down the whole at my "real" job :)

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  19. AnneJune 25, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    The tea party you created is truly fit for Alice and her friends!!! As for the painting...soooo sweet...and love that you painted the sides (makes it a super fun piece)!!!

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  20. mirsini's creationsJune 25, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Love your Mad tea party and all of your teapots are great! It's difficult indeed to choose!! The Mad tea chest is fantastic!! Oh! I would be very very happy if i won this wonderful paint of yours!!! You are a big talent!!!!
    Thank you for the chance!!!
    HuGs! :o)

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  21. sassypackratJune 25, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    What a sweet tea party! I can't decide which tea pot to use! Love the painting!

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  22. Exclusively Yours LtdJune 25, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    What a fun party! Can't wait to visit your etsy store. I would love to win your painting- -I need a little whimsy in my life. This tea party weekend has opened my eyes. Thank you for the invitation. Have a beautiful day, Pat

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  23. OmaLindasOldeBaggsandStuftShirtsJune 25, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Happy Mad Tea to you. What a lovely "presentment" you've made. Thanks for having me. Oma Linda

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  24. Wendy AspinallJune 25, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Stunning tea party... with teapots and more teapots .. magcial post and the artwork stunning!.. here's hoping wishing and dreaming one come my way...
    now pop over I'm waiting you see .. with good treats and teacups ..Hugs wendy at http://blissangels.blogspot.com

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  25. LisaJune 25, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    i love all the teapots! and the painting is so cute!
    thank you for having me
    lisa

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  26. HeathenJune 25, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    What a wonderful collection of teapots! The one with the harlequin pattern is my favorite.

    The tea box and painting are beautiful as always. I love your art.

    Thank you for inviting me to your party and please drop by mine as well.
    http://heathens-haven.blogspot.com/2011/06/tea-in-garden.html

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  27. RóisínJune 25, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Great party post and I love your artwork! Hope you enjoyed the festivities!

    Roisin x

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  28. KellyJune 25, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Your tea party box which stores tea.....genius. Gorgeous work! Thanks for sharing!

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  29. LaurenJune 25, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    What a lovely party, and I would love to be entered to win that beautiful painting! Thank you so much for inviting me :) ~Lauren

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  30. NatalieJune 25, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    I like the tea pot with the orange lid and the cats on it :) Pink lemonade cupcakes sound delicious! I had fun at your party :)

    I'm also taking part in the Mad Tea Party blog hop and hope that you'll visit my party to have some fun there too :)

    http://modernwomans.blogspot.com/2011/06/welcome-to-my-english-tea-party.html

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  31. Ann @ Childrens Tea Party Sets and IdeasJune 25, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    Oh how precious a visit for grandmother and grand kids - we especially delighted in your adorable tea set pieces - especially all the lovely and gorgeously unique tea pots. Thank you!

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  32. LindaJune 25, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    I had a wonderful time at your tea party. There were so many wonderful things to see and do. I hope to be counted in on your giveaway. Your dishes and tea pots are so much fun. Please come and visit me:
    momentsinaneye.blogspot.com

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  33. Buccaneers and Ball GownsJune 25, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    What a fantastical tea pot collection! I am jealous, indeed I am!

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  34. fairiemoonJune 25, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    I love all of your artwork. You do some fabulous pieces!

    Thanks for the eye candy!

    Have a mad party!
    Erin :)

    http://www.fairiemoon.typepad.com/weathertop

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  35. PabkinsJune 25, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    That is a gorgeous little painting! I absolutely adore it. oh come home to me for some tea! I'm just a little silly - very little sleep today what with all the blog hopping.

    Come join me for my give away!
    Tabitha
    http://pabkins.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party-my-wonderland-wedding.html

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  36. http://afancifultwist.typepad.comJune 25, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Carolee, you are one of my most beloved kindred spirits!!

    Your teapot collection is swoonilicious, I tell ya!!

    And pink lemonade cupcakes???? Me want!

    Your painting is sublime, I will wish upon a star!!

    Thank you for being such a delightful friend! You are so beyond talented, kind and special!!

    Love, Vanessa

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  37. KarlaJune 25, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    Your tea party was amazing!! Loved the pots, the tea boxes, your whimsical paintings!! Please count me in! Thanks for sharing and having me over! I am off to your Etsy store now:)
    xo,
    Karla
    www.dreamaginarius.com

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  38. The Weekend ArtistJune 26, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    Oh wow i love your teapots specially the orange cat! Would love to win alice!!! Hope I do! Sorry am late getting here...fell asleep due to time difference! Thanks for the tea! Do come visit mine I've heated a pot for you!

    http://theweekendartist.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party-2011-by-weekend-artist.html

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  39. JanineJune 26, 2011 at 4:53 AM

    Oh this is pretty and enchanting again.
    I love it. Please count me in.
    Have a great sunday with lots of cake and tea
    Janine

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  40. Jennifer Hepler-TakensJune 26, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    I love to see another PFATT EHAG artist having a party! YAY!

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  41. Theresa MacNaughtonJune 26, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    I am so happy to have finally arrived at your party - sorry I'm late! Everything here is just so lovely!!! Your painting is amazing - as always! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!

    Hope you'll pop on over for a visit with me!
    http://faeriemooncreations.blogspot.com/2011/06/its-mad-tea-party.html

    Thank you again for a lovely time...enjoy all the festivities!

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  42. AnonymousJune 26, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Too many sweet teapots to choose just one!

    I am marking my way so I can return and visit.

    Please visit me as well. http://dogsmom.wordpress.com/2011/06/24/dreaming-madly-of-tea/

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  43. niinaJune 26, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    So pretty pretty pretty. I adore your teapots! so funky and colorful and the Alice painting is so cute. Count me in to the giveaway!

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  44. DanniJune 26, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    I love that collection of teapots you have! I'm working on a collection of my own and am always so intrigued by the variety of everyone's collections. :)

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  45. Whimsical KreationsJune 26, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Oh such a wonderful tea party. I love the delightful, colorful teapots and those cupcakes...Yummo!! Thanks for the tea party, it was scruptious.

    All your paintings are so delightful. They always make me smile. You're a wonderful artist. It would be very special to own one of your creations.

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  46. fancifulelephantemporiumJune 26, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    So delightful. Looks like a good time was had by all at this years tea party. Love the Fanciful Twist! Would so love to win your give away. Best wishes and luck to all.
    Doodles

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  47. UnknownJune 26, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    What a wonderful tea party!

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  48. KarinJune 26, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Fun! Thank you!

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  49. NICOLE PENROSE REYNAUDJune 26, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    another beautiful piece of artwork! love it! you are such an amazing artist .........

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  50. LesJune 26, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    If the tea party is open to other eccentric characters, I'll be right over! =♥..♥=

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  51. black eyed susans kitchenJune 26, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    L♥ve this!!! I always enjoy stopping by, and especially when things get a little tea partyish...the good tea partyish!
    ♥, Susan

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  52. CornerstoregoddessJune 26, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    They stripey tights are divine. If I had those, I'd jump down a rabbit hole, too.

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  53. canngilJune 26, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    How delightful!!! please add me in! I am a follower now too!

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  54. Painting ApplesJune 26, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Oh my I love all those wonderful teapots! and pink lemonade cupcakes? YUM! Your talent is simply amazing! Its great to have found you this way! Thank you for having me I have enjoyed my stay!

    xoxo
    Gigi

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  55. RachelJune 26, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    Such a great tea party, I loved your selection of tea pots and your tea chest, that was very pretty.

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  56. UnknownJune 26, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Love your whimsical spirit ... and your art too!! (wink)

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  57. pootersnootsJune 26, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    I love the teapots! SO cute, and those cupcakes look nummy. Love the striped tights on Alice, lol.

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  58. MattJune 26, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    OMG I LOVE IT, love it love it!!! and I want it, want it, want it!!!! :D

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  59. AnonymousJune 26, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Such a talent! That painting is whimsy incarnate! :)
    Thank you for such wonderful time at your tea party. Visit mine to continue the fun!

    http://www.inthelandofspice.com/spiceblog/spiceblog/Entries/2011/6/25_Mad_Tea_Party.html

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  60. Scrap VampJune 26, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    I love your creations! Thanks so much for inviting me to this enchanting tea party! I had a lot of fun! I hope you will visit my tea party as well!

    http://scrapvamp.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party-2011.html

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  61. UnknownJune 26, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    You sure know how to create some fun! Thanks for the effort you put into your post for us all. Your painting is great. Just great. See you down the rabbit hole; *smiles* Norma

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  62. DebbieJune 26, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    what a charming party! Love all you creations, just lovely
    Thank you for the invite.

    Debbie:)

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  63. LibbeyJune 26, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    I love all the tea pots! I can't choose.

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  64. CameronJune 27, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    Carolee! What a beautiful teapot collection you have! Perfect for madness and mayhem....and magic, too :)

    Thank you so much for having me! I enjoyed myself so much, I became a follower.....yay!

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  65. AnonymousJune 27, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Hi Carolee!

    Love your canvas paintings! This one is especially cute. Your tea party looks like fun and the yummy goodies too.

    Janean

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  66. MichelleJune 27, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    What a delightfully mad tea party! So many wonderful teapots to choose from and such lovely artwork. Thanks for sharing, Michelle

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  67. RitaJune 27, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Love your drawings! Love the teapots!!!

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  68. RobinJune 27, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    So sorry I am late
    For this important date.
    I'm still making my way down the list.

    With too little time
    I'm leaving this rhyme
    For I'm adamant about wanting to persist.

    All this running about
    Has left me dry in the mouth.
    Might I have a cup of tea?

    Your lemonade cupcakes
    and lovely art
    are such a delight for me

    Oh my, the time
    It goes so fast
    I must be on my way

    But fear not friend
    I shall return
    Please……Have a beautiful day.

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  69. ❀~Myrna~❀June 27, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    I have enjoyed your party!
    Happy UnBirthday to you !
    Blessings;
    ~Myrna
    http://daylily777-myenchantedhome.blogspot.com/2011/06/mad-tea-party.html

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  70. A Magical WhimsyJune 27, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    Your tea party was so charming! I loved all of the tea pots and goodies! Your art work is fabulous!
    Please come on over to my blog as I am participating too. I am having three giveaways!
    Cheers!
    Teresa in California

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  71. SkyJune 27, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Hi Carolee..blogger seems to be letting me post this time..remember I would like the bee teapot..(really want that..I love it)..and I'll have a cup of lemonbalm tea and 3 cupcakes

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  72. Miss HollyJune 27, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Ok, I have to ask... have you ever submitted a "sun" to the Sunday Morning Show on CBS???? If not, you sure need to!! That one is GREAT!
    You rock lady!!!

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  73. Alisa NobleJune 28, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    The tea and cakes were very good, thank you!
    And I love your tea chest!

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  74. AnonymousJune 28, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    What a beautiful tea party! I'm so impressed by your lovely tea pots, and by your wonderful painting! So gorgeous <3

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  75. SusanJune 28, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    oh what fun goodies you have to play with...love that kitty tea pot!Thanks for having me over. please come visit :)
    Susan

    http://piecesoffatesusan.blogspot.com/2011/06/fanciful-twists-mad-tea-party-2011.html

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  76. LorenJune 29, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    I love this! Your artwork is so whimsical, it makes me happy!

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  77. adward32June 30, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    Thanks for the great cupcakes!
    !

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  78. UnknownJuly 1, 2011 at 4:17 AM

    Oh, those cupcakes look so yummy!!!!
    Have a wonderful week-end

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  79. CarinaJuly 1, 2011 at 4:17 AM

    I cannot decide between the pink lemonade and the coconut bliss cupcakes. Perhaps I will have one of each with a spot of tea.

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  80. Nita ButlerJuly 1, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    Wonderful teapots! Love the tea boxes and the cupcakes look yummy!! Tea parties rule!!!!

    Nita Butler
    dbutler61@sbcglobal.net

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  81. WayWardWitchJuly 1, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    Looks like a yummy Give Away!
    Have a safe July 4th!

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  82. Christopher A. KlinglerJuly 1, 2011 at 5:48 AM

    Loverly Carolee!

    mE >:-)

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  83. LynJuly 2, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    I love all the tea pots

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