How to Throw a Tea Party

Choose your theme. The traditional tea party is modeled after classic English tea, a theme that uses china tea cups, flavorful biscuits (or cookies as we call them here in the US), and all things ladylike. Here's a list of traditional and not-so traditional ideas for your little one's tea party:
-The Secret Garden - Tons of flowery fun ideas and activities.
-Teddy Bear Tea - Girls can bring their own stuffed animal friends!
-Teatime in Paris - A great option where you can try out tasty French recipes.
-Fairy Princess - You can never go wrong with a princess theme!
-Mad Tea Party - Perfect for an Alice in Wonderland theme.
-Superhero Tea Time - Forget tradition and throw an awesome tea party that your daughter's friends won't forget.

Create your guest list, choose your date and time, and send invitations. Morning or afternoon tea are great ideas, although it's probably best to avoid scheduling your party during evening hours. Traditional tea is usually served around 3 pm, while luncheon tea is generally served at 11 am. Make sure to choose colorful invitations that match your theme.

Choose your menu. It isn't a tea party without tea, but a traditional tea party menu typically includes finger foods like small sandwiches, scones or cookies, fruit salad, and tea cakes or mini cupcakes. Be sure to check out the list below for super yummy edible crafts that your girls will love!

Set your tea table and add decorations. Add decorations that compliment your theme to your party venue. Whatever theme you choose, the most important part of your tea party is setting your table, so make sure to add details like actual china tea cups, cloth napkins, pretty place cards, and colorful centerpieces like fresh flowers. Feel free to add details like fairy lights, girly music, and DIY pennants or banners to add the perfect special touch.

Have lots of fun activities planned. While you can always have traditional games like musical chairs or croquet, try a few of these activities to make your daughter's party standout:
-Dress Up Station - Let girls try on kooky and fabulous costumes and make sure to have items like feather boas, crazy hats, and tutus.
-Tea Bag Hunt - Much like an Easter egg hunt, girls will love hunting for tea bags all over the backyard. Make sure to provide the winner with a lovely prize, like a take-home bag of cookies.
-Design Your Own Teacup - Give each little princess their own plain teacup to decorate however they like, with paint markers, jewel stickers, and washi tape.

Enjoy! Sit back and relax as your daughter throws the tea party of the century. We know every mom on the block will be begging for your tea party tips!

Tips:
- For very young guests, try using a play tea set instead actual breakable teacups.
- Do not serve extremely hot tea to younger kids and always make sure teacups aren't too hot to hold.
- Have other drinks available, like milk, pink lemonade, or juice, for kids who prefer something else. Always check with parents about possible allergies when serving food and drink.
- Have extra outfits handy for kids who forgot to dress up.
- Have table activities like coloring pages so that little ones don't get bored.
- Avoid serving caffiene to younger guests.
- As a thank you to guests, make sure to provide lots of cute party favors.

PB&J Bunny Sandwich Snacks - We Love This!

Fairy Ring Forest Cake

Flower Pot Snack

Sweet Watermelon Cookies

Yummy Ladybug Healthy Snack - Healthy and Adorable!

Blooming Flower Cupcakes

Watermelon Stars

Kick Croquet Kids' Game

Alice Paper Tea Cups

Regal Pipe Cleaner Crown

Little Princess Fairy Wand

Tea Bag Flowers - Perfect For A Tea Party!

Toilet Paper Roll Tea Cups