For the most polished look, choose a color scheme and coordinate your teaware, table linens, and decorations.
Serve Traditional Tea-Time Treats
No afternoon tea is complete without something delicious to accompany your tea.
Traditional favorites include scones, biscuits, cookies, cakes, and pastries. Whether you enjoy baking from scratch or prefer ready-made options, there are plenty of choices available.
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A tiered serving tray is one of the easiest ways to create an elegant tea-party presentation. Not only does it look beautiful, but it also helps organize sandwiches, pastries, scones, and other treats.
Explore our collection of tiered serving trays and cake stands to complement your chosen theme.
Add the Finishing Touches
Decorations help create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Simple DIY ideas can make a big impact without adding stress to your planning.
Browse tea party decoration ideas on Pinterest or visit a local craft or dollar store for affordable decorations such as:
- Fresh flowers
- String lights
- Decorative banners
- Vintage-inspired centerpieces
- Pastel table accents
Most importantly, keep things simple enough that you can relax and enjoy the afternoon with your guests.
Hosting a tea party? We’d love to see it! Send photos of your tea-party setup through Facebook Messenger, and your event may be featured on the English Tea Store Facebook page.
Sometimes life gets busy, and we don’t see our friends as often as we’d like. That’s why hosting an afternoon tea party is the perfect excuse to gather everyone together for a relaxing and memorable afternoon.
While an elegant British tea room may not be around the corner, you can easily transform your own dining room into a charming tea-party setting. These simple tips and ideas will help you create a delightful afternoon tea experience, and you’ll find everything you need right here at English Tea Store.
Choose Your Teaware
Beautiful teaware sets the tone for the entire event. Browse our collection of tea sets for afternoon tea parties to find styles that fit your taste and budget.
You can also mix and match individual pieces you already own with new additions such as:
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