A tea party theme for a little girl's birthday party would be absolutely charming. When I was a little girl I dreamed of always having a real tea party; I don't think mother ever knew. I imagined there would be sandwiches, cookies, and cakes. Here are a few tips and recipes that give your little girl's tea party a story book ending.
Menu
Tea Sandwiches
Shortbread Rhubarb Sandwich Cookies
Flower Cupcakes
Sparkling Sweet Cherry Lemonade
For the grownups Sparkling Elderflower Punch
Decor
- Hang tissue paper pop poms
- Use flower or heart cookie cutters to cut out shapes in bread for tea sandwiches
- Serve menu on tea trays
Crafts for kids
- Make Animal puppets using craft items
- Make Paper crowns using brown paper bags, glitter, and craft items
- Decorate bags for kids to take their party favors home
Recipes
Shortbread Rhubarb Sandwich Cookies
http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/recipe/shortbread-rhubarb-sandwich-cookies-recipe?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/spring-good-things#slide_4
Flower Cupcakes
http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/prefect-flower-cupcakes?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/birthday-cupcakes#slide_9
Sparkling Sweet Cherry Lemonade
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sparkling-sweet-cherry-lemonade-recipe/index.html
Sparkling Elderflower Punch
- 1 bottle of St. Germain elderflower liqueur
- 1 bottle of Hendrick's gin
- 11/2 cup of Rose's Sweeten Lime Juice
- 1 bottle club soda
Stir ingredients together in pitcher or punch bowl and chill.
Decor
DIY Tissue Paper Pom Poms
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