Autumn Tea Time on the Patio

Our weather has truly been perfect this fall -

quite rare and wonderful for us here.

It's the kind of weather that is just ideal

for a nice tea time outdoors...

before the cold damp blustery weather

rolls in for its long stay.

Let's tuck ourselves in a quiet and peaceful
 dappled-light covered patio
 and have a nice chat, shall we?

We'll use my harvest gold tea set. 

Its rich luscious fall colors make me smile.

I have 4 cups and saucers to the set; 

but we'll just use the two for us today.

Pretty ivory leaves-themed tablecloth,

Matching tea cosy and table runner. 

hand painted leaves serving tray,

vintage Woolrich woolen lap blanket,

autumn candles dressed up...

I think we're all set for our nice fall visit!

Tea for Two - has a nice friendly
 ring to it, does it not?

I recently tore apart a hideous arrangement

 (half of which was dirty,  gross and made of mostly cheap plastic)

 that I found at the GW for next-to-nothing.

But tucked in it were these high quality silk flowers

that just needed to be dusted off and used differently.

I also found this heavy green stoneware planter

 at my favorite secondhand store not too long ago, too. 

With very little effort I was able to put together a

lovely autumn arrangement

 using the nice bits & some greenery I already had.

This potted floral is the perfect size and look

for our little tea tray, and the cost was quite minimal.

Sometimes one needs to see

 beyond the ugly

to set free its beauty!

And don't forget to pick up those inexpensive single

 salad or bread plates while you are at the thrift store.

They really make perfect candle holders!

I love Autumn so much,

it's my very favorite season!

Thank you for joining me for tea today!

As always, thank you for your visit!

♥

~Michele

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