Happy New Year! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday. It's amazing how 2013 is already shaping up to be a busy year for me, especially since I will be launching my new online tea store "The Tea Lover's Archives" very soon. Before I get lost in the mayhem and excitement of the year ahead, I wanted to show you the tea treasures I purchased during the holidays. This past year I had the challenge of sticking to a $100 budget.
Here are my shopping results:
Teapot Lamp - Made in India
Purchased at The Goodwill for $21
Slender spout.......
Curvy handle..........
Intricate cut-out details ............
Wedgwood Teapot - Made in England
Purchased at The Goodwill for $41
Exquisite workmanship...........
Lovely wreath detail around the body of the spout................
The back view is just as beautiful as the front view...................
Stunning leaf detail................
Stamp of authencity..............
Keep Calm and Carry On Afternoon Tea Set
Purchased at TJ Maxx for $7.99
Smart pattern and color layout.............
Clever packaging......................
Set of Limoges Tea Cups - Made in France
Purchased on Ebay for $25
Mr. & Mrs. ?..................
Elegant gold filgree detail and top overlayed handles...................
Limoges....................
Edite Par Gout De Ville..................
Grand Total - $94.99 with $5.01 to spare.
How do you think I did with my budget challenge? The teapot lamp works perfectly and will look great on my office desk. The Wedgwood teapot was such a steal that I can't stop smiling every time I look at it. During the busy weeks ahead, I will definitely get good use out of the "Stay Calm and Carry On" Afternoon Tea Set. The Limoges cups hold a story I would like to learn more about.
Please drop me a comment about any special tea treasures you collected or received this past holiday. Share the joy of all things tea!
Blessings, Darlene
