Baby Shower Tea Party - An Afternoon of High Class Celebration
A baby shower tea party is a wonderful way to celebrate the arrival of a new baby. Tea parties reflect an air of elegance and are so appealing to women because of the associations we make with tea parties and a sunny afternoon with good friends. With the busy lives that keep most women on the run tea parties have become a thing of the past reserved for Buckingham Palace and our grandmothers. We are missing out; however, on the old fashioned social sophistication and the pure pleasure that a tea party can bring. Consider throwing a baby shower tea party for the mother-to-be, it’s a perfect way for to host a unique baby shower that no one will forget.
Where to Begin: The Location
There are a number of thoughtful decisions to make when setting out to plan a baby shower tea party. To incorporate the theme of a new baby into a tea party atmosphere you’ll need to think about where you will hold it. Typically a tea party at home is a good choice, but there are many other possibilities that may be equally sufficient yet more suitable for a larger party. A few ideas are local gardens, your own garden, a park or even a tea house can host the shower for you. A nice thing about a tea house is they may provide a catered lunch or snacks.
The Size and the Setting
If you will be enjoying the intimacy of a small group a tea party is a great first choice for a baby shower. You can bring out the fine china and the nicest silverware and make it a very fashionable affair. Have several tea pots ready to make many pots of tea, and shop for an assortment of unique teas as well as the classics.
What to Expect
A baby shower tea party is also an excellent choice if mothers will be bringing their daughters. Let everyone know at invitation time the type of party you are throwing and that they may dress up for a more authentic afternoon tea feel. Another nice thing about a tea party shower is that you can get away with serving light snacks which means less work for you. Biscuits and jam, tea cookies, a pound cake and maybe some crackers and cheese and of course tea!
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