Tea Time Consultants

Thanksgiving a time of blessings

2011-11-19T07:08:00.001-08:00

My favorite place to live in the US, Houston, TX. I can have blooming flowers all year long. If you look close, the pot to the right has a pineapple plant growing.

Remember to thank God for all your blessings he has brought us in our life.

For the month of November & December, free monogramming. Just ask for booth #8477 at Tomball Arts & Crafts.

Need help preparing that big dinner. Place this wall hanging in a very visible location. $10.00 each

Nothing gets a woman moving faster in the kitchen than guests at the table. That is why this cute wall hanging is a sweet reminder. $10.00 each

While preparing dinner for your family and love ones, what a refreshing look out the window with your new fresh lace curtains.

October Craft Shows

2011-10-15T11:51:00.000-07:00

Heritage Lace has the beautiful new Thanksgiving wall hangings out for a beautiful display.

Mrs. Landing in her vintage lace look.

Great selection of Frost Cutlery.

October 1st was a great celebration day for Tea Time Consultants. For four (4) years we have participated in the Clay Road Baptist Church Craft Show. This year was wonderful! The weather.. beautiful, the friends..so caring and the sales ..strong! The day just flew by. We felt so blessed to see our friends.

Barbie in Trouble

2011-09-25T11:16:00.000-07:00

Barbie is in deep trouble. What girl wants to be stuck in corn? Do not let your fall decorating get you trouble. Now is the time to get the orange, burnt red and drama going on in the house.

A black mantel runner, $20.00. Great accent and notice, Barbie is out of the corn.

Happy Friday

2011-08-26T05:28:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday to all my Tea Time Consultants customers. This weekend will be a very busy time for our friends and relatives on the East coast due to Irene's activities. We pray for safety and good health during this stressful time.

These are a few photos prior to the 22 days record breaking temperatures here in Houston. Currently, my blooms are all dry and lifeless.

Silhouettes

2011-08-20T08:43:00.000-07:00

Tea Time Consultants can provide drama in any room in your home. Shown here are the effects of Silhouette framing by using black and white background. This particular silhouette is special to me, as this is my nephew Travis when he was six years old. A very sweet darling.

It is not too late to do a silhouette of a family member. Even a young teen, still makes a beatiful silhouette.

Got a lemon, make lemonade!

2011-07-24T12:50:00.000-07:00

Earlier this year we move into our new home in Cypress, TX. Along the way we had a couple of bumps in the road. As shown here, these kitchen chairs were like tooth picks, when heavy tool chests were crashed into the fifteen year old chairs.

However, with a handy husband, glue, braces and the perfect sea blue paint. The repurpose plan worked beautifully!

My kitchette went from mellow beige to a delightful tone and I use my favorite color(yellow) as accents.

I saved money, my hubby is happy and this is how to turn lemons into lemonade.

New Launch

2011-07-09T12:51:00.000-07:00

I am so pround to introduce the hardest working stylist, Darlene, who is a new business owner.

A nice welcome waiting room.

Great location, 21638 Hwy 249, Houston, TX 77070

Suite F

New shop, fresh ideas and an appointment book looking for new customers.

He is a happy customer!

The colors are so soothing and relaxing.

WOW!

Come by sometime and tell her, Brenda sent you.

Her telephone is 281-964-8260 and email address dkhouston05@yahoo.com

New Shipment

2011-06-29T16:04:00.000-07:00

I just love receiving fresh new shipment of Lace! Just like a child with new toys, I cannot wait to unwrap, unfold and admire these beautiful table settings using Cotton Lace, all made here in the USA. Shown here is the 70" round tablecloth in white or beige, sells for $32.00 each.

Want color added to your dinner table? Why not add this beautiful new selection as a table topper. The 24" cutout table topper sells for $24.00 each.

Red Delights

2011-05-26T08:52:00.000-07:00

One of my many favorite colors-red. Coming up, watch for a decorator who loves using red in her apartment. Looks great. Watch later this week.

New Home

2011-04-14T11:25:00.000-07:00

Shortly I will be showing our new home and some crafty ideas with the existing furniture and window treatments. Spring time is a wonderful time to clean out those closets, give to others and look for those cracks around the windows so your air conditioning does not escape, just in time to have high electric bills.

Great News, Exciting Plans

2011-03-21T13:51:00.000-07:00

The excitng news here at Tea Time Consultants are the beautiful plants all blooming around the Houston area.

The colors are so exciting, you just want to bring those wonderful hues into your home.

Of course I have the house all ready for Easter, special placements of chocolate all in beautiful clear and colored dishes for display and eating enjoyment.

With April coming up, I am pleased to announce our Houston Chapter of 99s will be doing another Girl Scout aviation badge workshop. Shown here is a workshop we did at the Houston Science and Health Museum. On April 9th we will be at the 1940 Air Terminal Museum, Hobby airport.

Who wouldn't want to help this sweet little brownie earn her badges. Plus those Girl Scout cookies are always so good!

Love Notes

2011-01-16T09:43:00.000-08:00

My favorite holiday of the year, Valentine's Day! It's close to the heart, its red and usually something sweet is included. Shown here are a couple of ideas, for those lovers who want to do something special for their sweetie. Music, Flowers or Gift card are just a few of the items.

Of Course Chocolate can be a part of the fun shown here with a beautiful Heritage Lace Table topper ($25.00).

Candy looks sweet with the tea rose pattern.

Make an awesome cupcake. I love the new icing and sprinkles. All hearts.

Nothing is better in the day than taking a break for tea and heart shaped tea cakes.

Projects are great for the kids, craft shops have these wonderful kits.

Nothing says love better than dessert with two forks.

Get out your note paper and start confessing your love and feelings of your heart.

Tea Time Consultants wish you and your a blessed loving Valentine's Day!!

Reason for the Season

2010-12-19T14:27:00.000-08:00

The house has to get ready for guests. This year we have a special guest coming to our house. The hostess is dressed in Santa's favorite colors, Black and Red.

White lights are the greatest accent to highlight objects in your house. These are all around the mantel with very special cake plates in a variety of colors.

Also, when you need just the perfect gift wrap, use lace and beads to tie together. In this picture, I have used a while lace placemate and a red ruby tassle of beads.

Don't forget some of those last minute gifts. These Heritage Lace tea towels and pot holders sell for $8.00 each, shipping for the month of December, FREE!

New Years Eve, already to celebrate the new year and be so thankful for the blessings upon myself and my family.

Fall Homes

2010-10-15T09:27:00.001-07:00

While I am home recooperating, I am very lucky to have these top award winning chefs to prepare my food each day. My husband Jim and son David are doing a great job of keeping up my work at the house. Lucky lady.

Fall is here and nothing gets those creative juices going better than a cup of tea and reading my Romantic Homes magazine. Also be sure to check out the new items with my site at Layla Grayce.

Projects

2010-09-03T13:56:00.001-07:00

Labor Day weekend has so many things to choose to do with family and friends! My problem begins with all the projects I want to work on and so little time.

Another way to enjoy this wonderful three day weekend, just stay home, curl up with a good book and some relaxing tea!

Do I go flea market shopping for those special finds that are just begging me to buy them or at least pick them up and hold the item in my hand. I just adore these little hat boxes! So many ways to use them and great gifts.

Do I choose to work on this chair recovering project? I love the chair, but the blue and white is really draw me in. Such peaceful colors.

On any day of this special weekend, I most surely will have a good cup of coffee.

Home Sweet Home Sale

2010-08-08T19:04:00.000-07:00

For the month of August, we are having a Home Sweet Home Sale. Just in time to get our homes ready for the beautiful array of fall colors. Shown here are the placemats with the Papika color. Each place mat sells for $6.00.

How can you add beauty to a bouquet of flowers? Just bring some fruit to the table and in the vase. Also add pumpkins and indian corn as center piece settings for fall dining.

This is another warm and fresh wall hanging of Heritage Lace for $20.00 each.

Floating Headboard

2010-07-18T07:52:00.001-07:00

Need a vacation? Need to update the beach house bedroom? For some quick and inexpensive change, lood at these two ideas.

Romantic Homes magazine has wonderful articles on relaxing bedrooms. A perfect way to create that floating headboard will be using beautiful lace sheers like these shown here in this photo. Mount curtain rods above the bed and add this refreshing breezy peaceful look.

This headboard treatment has been created with the use of wall hanging plate holders, french bulletin board for refreshing look at travel photos, framed with blue/white/beige decorator fabric and beige tiebacks hung on Restoration Hardware swing out rods.

Summer Decorating

2010-07-10T05:57:00.001-07:00

With all the grad parties, a great way to put some drama on the manta is to add black. Shown here is the before.

Now the after. A fun way to dress up the mantle, great with candles galore!

One day this week while coming home in all the rain from Hurrican Alex, this little guy was there in the pool, all alone. I think he was wanting me to join him.

I love summer decorating. Sea glass is always fun to use in your table settings. Shown here are some cute shell shaped dishes.

Cool Colors

2010-06-22T17:09:00.000-07:00

I do love those cool colors of red-white and blue. Independence Day is coming up soon. Get the flags out and show honor for our great country we live in and the freedom we have.

Hope you and your families have a great 4th of July.

Shown here are the beautiful cafe style lace curtains. $13.00 a panel.

Heritage Lace Place mats, $6.00 each. Milk glass pieces are also for sale, $14.00 each.

Father's Day

2010-06-06T07:25:00.000-07:00

Get ready for Father's Day. Do you have a collector? Does your special person like dinner celebrations?

Shown here is a great selection for the knife collector, all Frost, a well known brand in the industry. $10.00 each, if you need gift wrapping, let us know. Month of June, free shipping.

Marketing Tools

2010-05-25T15:15:00.000-07:00

Marketing toos are the best way to get your company name in front of your customer. You may ask, "How can I keep my name in front of the customer after I have made the sale?"

I believe flowers are an excellent way to keep your customer remembering your thoughtfulness, good product and prompt service.

Another way to keep your name in front of your customer is a Thank you note. Or shown here is a T-shirt with your company name on the shirt. These are easy to give away to your customers and are not that expensive of a marketing tool.

A great way to present your business card, slide into a clear bag(which I sell) and include some mints. A sweet way to be remembered by your customer or a new potential customer.

Air Race Classic

2010-05-19T15:17:00.000-07:00

This weekend the Houston Chapter 99s(Women's International Pilot Association) will be hosting a Girl Scout Aviation Badge workshop. I love sharing the knowledge of flight! General Aviation has played a very important part in my life growing up and as an adult. At age 23, I worked at the Downtown Airport in Kansas City, Missouri and earned my pilot wings at the same airport.

Today I am writing about a friend of mine, who is about to fly her second time in the Air Race Classic, Linda Street-Ely. Linda is a wife, mother, grandmother, author, pilot and a professional in the corporate world.
Here is Linda demonstrating her love of aviation with the Girl Scouts at a workshop this past December at the 1940 Air Terminal Museum.

This photo shows Linda with Husband, Mike and guest at the Planes and Pasta fundraiser for the 99s at Hooks Airport.

These photos are Linda with her favorite passenger, Mike arriving at the Hobby Airport for a Wings & Wheels function. This year Linda will be flying the Air Race Classic starting June 22, 2010.

If you would like to help with some of Linda's fuel expense, please buy a T-shirt for $10.00 and the shipping is free.

Life on the Road as a Pilot: Your attitude determines your altitude

2010-05-19T05:45:00.000-07:00

Life on the Road as a Pilot: Your attitude determines your altitude

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Spring Travels

2010-04-23T07:58:00.001-07:00

I am so ready for Spring. This week we will be going to our favorite city for some hot beignets at Cafe DuMonde. Since Katrina, we find ourselves constantly checking out the construction or lack of in our city of New Orleans.

Each year at Jazz Fest time we meet up with old friends-for seven years we get to see each other one time a year. It is a great season, just before all the humidty hits and the temperatures start rising. We love Oak Alley, French Quarters all the items reminding us of another time before we were even born.

Last year I enjoyed reading Julia Reed's book The House on First Street. Julia and husband had just moved into the house before the hurricane changed their lives. Now that I have read the book, I want to get to the house in the Garden District to see if it matches her book cover. I love the Garden District, beautiful homes.

I will try not to take so long in between my postings. Hope you have had a chance to check out my new shopping site here. I recently ordered new smocked curtain for the condo. So I will have some photos soon. April was a busy month...taxes, taxes.

Easter

2010-03-31T15:11:00.000-07:00

Thank you for stopping by today. I have a nice relaxing treat for you. A wonderful cup of tea!

To start, you need a clean tea pot, fill the kettle with fresh cold water and heat to a boil. Pour the boiling water into the tea pot. Here you can drop you tea flower as shown or use your loose tea leaves to infuse for three to five minutes. Remove the tea.

Indulge, relax and enjoy your exquiste refreshing cup of tea!

You will be able to taste the difference. Just experiment until you find which tea you enjoy the best. I prefer the acai berry. It is a nice herbal with citrus fragrance.

Another favorite of mine are the orange spice tea leaves show here. Of course you can add sugar or as my grandmother did, add cream and lemon.

Take a break this Easter, enjoy your family and treat yourself to a cup of tea.

Spring Chic Decor

2010-03-12T15:08:00.000-08:00

This weekend Spring will jum ahead, just like the daylight savings time. Is your house ready for the Spring? Why not give it a quick do over?

Attached is an example of the beautiful linen with daisy detail napkins, what a fresh look for your table. Looks great for those upcoming decorated eggs,Easter grass and colorful baskets.

Need a brush up on the home/office? Why not get in the spirit with the chic decor side of office accessories. These colorful memo pads and letter holders will help organize those tax papers, daily mail or just bill management.

Hope you and your family are planning a wonderful fun upcoming St. Pat's day celebration. I am looking for some St. Pat's day recipes, so if you want to share, please forward to me.

Love your Mate

2010-02-25T16:32:00.000-08:00

Just like the glow in this young bride's face, love in her heart and guidance from God, we too can find these trademarks in our daily life toward our mate. I love the month of February, in other blogs I have confessed this is my favorite month.

Special cards, romantic dinners and some couples take fun trips this time of the year. So before this month ends, if you have not done something special for your mate. Do it now, do it quick!

Now I have to get busy, I have a craft show first weekend of March at the Women's Ministry for Salvation Army. Easter is just around the corner, I have got to decorate the house.

Love is in the air

2010-02-16T17:39:00.001-08:00

I love the month of February! It is all about the heart, color of red and the 24/7 love of Jesus.

Valentine's Day Parties

2010-01-26T17:02:00.001-08:00

What a great time of the year to have a party. Nothing gets the party started better than the color red as decorations, lite candles and plenty of treats.

Having a wonderful, sparkling, cheerful hostess is not a bad way to start off your party. You can have games, go bowling or go to your favorite pizza place or have pizza delivered.

This beautiful lace table topper will get any hostess great compliments.

New Gift Bags

2010-01-14T15:17:00.001-08:00

Ladies lets get ready for a party! I have new gift bags that are great for small presents. These bages can be used for gift mugs, filled with candy or other treats.

If you want to give some soothing bath soaps, these bags are perfect way to give a present. All sorts of colors, blue, white, clear, pink. With Valentines coming up, great school party favor bags.

Just email me. I know you will find something you would like. jb9505@hotmail.com

Winter Hat

2010-01-05T15:26:00.001-08:00

This is one of my favorite models. She is wearing a winter hat my Mom had given me. At one point she is trying to flip the hat off with her head. I guess it is not easy to hold a pose at 2 years old.

Macroni Casserole

2009-12-31T08:46:00.001-08:00

This casserole is a favorite of my husband's and he has been so kind to share his family recipe with me and with all of you fellow bloggers.

Ingredients:
Elbow maraconi pasta (16 oz)
Ground beef (3 lbs)
Cheddar or colby cheese (3 lbs)
Spaghetti Sauce (1 qt)
Milk (16 oz)
Worcestershire Sauce (3 oz)

Preparations:
Cook beef on low heat in skillet, drain off excess grease. Add Worcestershire sauce and stir into cooked beef. Boil Macaroni at rolling boil 8-10 minutes. Slice cheese in 1/4 inch thick slices.

Place layer of macaroni in bottom of casserole dish, next thin layer of beef over macaroni. Pour approximately 6 to 8 oz of spaghetti sauce over ground beef and macaroni so that it seeps down into the casserole. Next place layer of cheese tightly together over beef.

Repeat layering steps two more times. Three (3) layers total. Pour small amount of milk so that liquid is 1/4 inch down from top layer of cheese. Pre heat over to 350 degrees and bake for one hour.

Bring out of oven to set. Set 30-45 minutes as this allows the slices to serve easier. Enjoy!

Christmas at Home

2009-12-21T10:26:00.000-08:00

I love this red stem ware. A great accent for any of your holiday dinners.

Merry Christmas to all my customers and friends of Tea Time Consultants. We have had a very blessed year.

Hope you and your family have a very happy and safe Holiday. This year my husband will be treating me to a very wonderful treat for dinner, he will be taking over the kitchen to prepare his great savory macaroni, beef and cheese casserole. It comes out like a cake and has to be sliced to be served on the plates.

I do not know what he will choose for dessert, but he is great with pumpkin pies.

More Lace

2009-12-17T03:27:00.001-08:00

The house needs to be decorated for Christmas. These beautiful table toppers and mantel scarves are perfect for the setting the mood for the season.

The lace boutique shop has the perfect gift for the spender, who needs to get a little something for the hairdresser, teacher, co worker, special Aunt or just yourself. The small wall hangings are $10.00 each.

Mantel Scaves $25.00 each.

Christmas Lace

2009-12-08T17:04:00.000-08:00

Holiday lace is here! All shipping in December is free. Just send an email on your quantity and item.

Little Lights

2009-11-21T08:53:00.001-08:00

The mantel is perfect for these little lights. Shown here are pink glass cake platters and mirrors help to show off the lights. Christmas decorating is so much fun at our house. We mix the old with the new.

With the Lights

Without the little lights.

When decorating our homes, I have found that lighting makes all the difference in the world. The lights give an inviting, warm feeling to anyone coming into the room.

So for the Thanksgiving Holiday, remember your little white lights for the warm invitation to your dining room, guest room, or vanity.

Thanksgiving

2009-11-19T08:32:00.000-08:00

Our family is very blessed. We are having some family over for Thanksgiving and are looking forward to our little ones. They bring so much joy and responsiblity.

Precious minds, always busy and alway asking questions. Just like little sponges! Wishing your family a very safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

Tea Vocabulary

2009-11-11T19:00:00.000-08:00

High Tea to some tea drinkers represents an afternoon of pleasurable socializing with friends. In the Victorian times, high tea was the working man's last meal of the day. An earlier supper which allowed him to get to bed before dark, it also provided him with the substenance needed to perform hard labor. A combination of hot dishes, chicken, game or ham served with salads, breads, cheeses, and an endless assortment of cakes and condiments, this meal consisted of anything available in the pantry. For the most, it was the bridge between a light brunch and simple breakfast.
Afternoon Tea, on the other had, was generally a custom for higher society, whether that of the aristocracy or the prosperous middle and upper-middle classes. A delicate affair, this meal was served in the late afternoon, long after lunch and several hours before dinner. It was appreciated as much for the company as for the meal. It became an excellent reason for an invitation extended or visit made.
The freshly brewed tea is too hot to gulp, but it will cool. You can simply sit and wait until the boiling liquid settles into comfortable warmth.

This location in Overland Park, Kansas is my favorite catalogue and as you can see, has a wonderful tea room.

Clutter Queen

2009-11-08T04:56:00.001-08:00

AFTER

I have been taking lessons from my friend, America's De-Clutter Queen, Cyndy Salzman. My upstairs office was a complete mess. It took me twice as long to get tasks accomplished because of my clutter.

First, I decided what I really needed within my reach when working at the office. Second, I wanted to choose colors that would inspire me, motivate me to do my work in my office and not in front of the TV. My colors were going to be black and white with red leather accents.

I moved everything off the work area, made two stacks. One for filing and one for work to be done. Since I am a designer and decorator, I organized my decorating magazine in a stand up file. The more paper in a stand up file, the less area is taken up on top of the work area. Make and label file folders as necessary.

I do keep my printing paper near my printer, however, you could place the paper on a table below the printer in order to give you more work area.

Treats

2009-11-02T06:51:00.000-08:00

Perfect treats for Halloween guests. So easy to display. Store bought brownie bites. Orange icing and inject into press to creat the design. We had some witches to show up, they left happy so I believe no "spells" landed on the house.

Miche Bags

2009-10-29T04:08:00.001-07:00

Shown here at Tomball Arts & Crafts, one of the many great dealers demostrating the versatile ways to carry one purse. Sharon of Miche Bags has been selling these wonderful bags since April. Her inspiration and retail sales experience makes it so exciting to see how these bags can transform from one color and style into another color with the same purse.

A great way to stretch your dollar while matching all of your accessories. If you do not have enough fall colors with your current purse, come on by for a great selection of purses.

Costumes

2009-10-22T11:15:00.001-07:00

Fall is so much fun with all the great colorful costumes. Shown here is Cindrella, who just happened to come by for a visit at my granddaughter's birthday party.

On a chilly night what could be better in Houston, than this beautiful fringe lace shawl. $42.00 and shipping is free. Thanks to the compliments of Tea Time Consultants. For some great halloween treats, check out by other blog. http://www.cupcakecrafter.blogspot.com.

Fall Activities

2009-09-24T04:02:00.000-07:00

This first picture has my egg plant I purchased at the Tomball Farmers Market. It was great! Fresh tasting and the owner gave out plenty of egg plant receipes. Now is the season I get busy with all the craft shows for my lace business. The shows are wonderful excitement in the air. We all learn new trends from the other vendors, also what new craft shows are coming up in the area.

This week end I am demostrating at the Tomball Arts & Crafts in Tomball, TX. Learn fresh ideas for decorating the home for fall and some holiday accents as well.

Summer Heat

2009-09-11T10:08:00.001-07:00

Many cities in the US are going into Fall, but here in Houston we have heat. One of the pretty outdoors plant, which loves heat, is the red lantana. I love the bright colors.

Arts & Crafts

2009-09-09T17:05:00.000-07:00

Where can you find over 250 Artist & Crafters? Just look at Tomball Arts & Crafts Showcase in Tomball, TX. This shop is always so busy and never too busy to help a customer find that special find.

I interviewed with the owner, Terri Methvin, who has been in the business 15 years. Terri and her husband, Benny, operate this 15,000 sq ft craft mall. The shop is located at 1222 W. Main (FM 2920), Tomball, TX 77375

Beautiful fall displays show the talented decorators using reds, oranges and bright yellows to attract eager shoppers. They offer Country, Victorian and Shabby Chic home decor. Terri said her best selling items were the outdoor garden and lawn ornaments.

Many of the dealers have a great variety of hand made crafts and home decor gifts to show in their booths. Great shop for antiques and collectibles.

Starting the month of September, a number of dealers will be presenting their crafts on Saturday morning demostrations. For a fun shopping experience, contact Terri 281-357-0748.

website:www.TomballCrafts.com or email: CraftsTACS@aol.com

Wonderful Giver

2009-09-03T10:02:00.001-07:00

I am usually blogging about my lace business and all the projects that keep me busy. All of this is possible for me by my best friend and buddy. He is so giving! As a blood donor he has given over 105 gallons to the Gulf Coast Blood Center.

Today he will be going to the blood center. It does not matter how many hours of work he has already contributed, he makes time to give his donation. God made a very special man when he made my husband.

The balloon photo is taken last year on a beautiful fall morning near College Station. It was hubby's first flight. He really enjoyed the trip and took some great photos from the sky. If possible, get outside today, enjoy your life and be thankful there are wonderful givers here on earth.

Kisses & Sparkles from your blissful blogger!!

Fashion Trends

2009-08-21T06:59:00.000-07:00

In Carmel, CA, heads were turning. My husband loves this hat. Carmel is one of our favorite cities. They have a great hat shop, which we purchased two hats that day. I have a great collections of hats and hat boxes, but need to find a hat box for this top hat.

Here is the grandma window shopping for her grandkids. That's what grandmas do on vacation.

Susie's Tea Room

2009-08-13T17:36:00.000-07:00

Tea Parties, Bridal and Baby Showers are great in this Cottage Style beautiful little shop. Susie has been in the catering business for more than twenty years and has a wonderful following. The shop has a complete inventory of china, jewelry and Hertiage Lace table runners and colorful place mats.

Susie's Tea Room is located in the historic downtown Tomball, Texas. Lunch is served Tuesday-

Saturday. 309 Market Street 281-516-4521

Summer Days

2009-07-30T06:22:00.000-07:00

The hot days of summer! So many memories come with summer. Childhood memories, as an adult..vacations, family get togethers. Shown here is Miss Polk a dot Pretty. I think of polk a dots and milkglass. What could be better than ice cold lemonade in beautiful milkglass.

These milkglass pieces are $14.00 each. The shipping will be $4.50. Enjoy your summer from the happy blogger!

High-Flying Duo Takes Home Gold - Campus Chatter

2009-07-28T06:01:00.001-07:00

High-Flying Duo Takes Home Gold - Campus Chatter

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Whimsy by Victoria: Design Consulting

2009-07-23T13:33:00.000-07:00

Whimsy by Victoria: Design Consulting
Cute Boutique
Come by for visit sometime. http://www.teatimeconsultants.blogspot.com

Summer window treatments

2009-07-19T12:14:00.000-07:00

Fresh white lace curtains can add such beauty and light into your home. Great project for summer. Look at ways to lighten up your rooms with paint and these curtains will enlarge the appearance of your rooms. Sorry Debbie, blue vase is not for sale. This was an anniversary gift to my husband on our 5th anniversay. Cobalt Blue is one of his favorite colors.

These two valances sell each for $13.95 and for the month of July all shipping is FREE! What a great deal.

WhatNowTablescapes: To all the SITS-tahs out there...#comments

2009-07-09T12:15:00.000-07:00

WhatNowTablescapes: To all the SITS-tahs out there...#comments

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Summer Table Lace

2009-07-07T17:44:00.000-07:00

Is there anything more refreshing than a white, lacy table topper with ice cold lemonade in the hot summer time?

More ice cream and cake please.

Tea Time Consultants loves to provide beautiful home lace accessories. For the month of July, all lace is shipped freight free!

4th of July

2009-06-29T19:43:00.001-07:00

I love decorating the house for the July 4th Holidays. Red,White and Blue desserts are great. Strawberries and blueberries are so good and healthy! Hope your family has a happy and safe holiday.

Summer Breakfasts

2009-06-26T05:58:00.000-07:00

Everyday needs to start with a good breakfast. Shown here on a blue lace placemat ($6.00 each) healthy woolf bread. Of course your Vitamin C, fresh orange juice. Served in Crate and Barrel mini martini glasses.

The kids will love this hearty bread and Dad most likely will have more than one helping.

Summer Holidays

2009-06-25T13:16:00.000-07:00

Summer is not complete until you have had a merry go round ride with your grandson.
Shopping in Carmel is so much fun! I love all the eye candy. Also in this photo is a new top hat.

Farmers Market

2009-06-16T08:13:00.000-07:00

Saturday was a great day for the Tomball Farmers Market! First one of the year. Each 2nd Saturday of the month provides an opportunity for the regional farmers to bring their produce and sell. It starts at 8:00am and ends at noon. It was hot, but a nice breeze kept us all going. I sold my "go green bags".

Sweet Voice

2009-05-08T06:30:00.000-07:00

This poem was sent to me by my sweet mother-in-law. It was written by her sister-in-law, a very talented lady. Thanks Mom!

Retro Cooking

2009-04-12T13:07:00.000-07:00

What a wonderful, fresh smell of cinnamon and nutmeg filling the kitchen when a pumpkin pie is in the oven baking. Easter is perfect for a warm pumpkin pie topped with white mounds of whipped cream.

I can not resist getting out my retro aprons to serve this great dessert. Over the years I have added to my collection of aprons. My grandmother was the mentor in the family who wore these aprons. She wore them to cook in, hang clothes on the clothes line outdoors and also when picking fruit off the trees, she would just pick up the bottom on the hem and place the fruit in her apron.

Company is coming

2009-04-02T18:38:00.000-07:00

This week end we have company coming. I wanted it to be something fresh and inviting as soon as they arrive at the front door. My first step was to get my favorite magazine, Romantic Homes out and get busy fliping pages to get some ideas.

I came up with these beautiful pink and white colors on white tea rose lace with red and pink glass to add sparkle to this little buffet table.

Do not forget the sweet desserts. Now, I am ready for the week end guests to arrive!

Easter with Izzy

2009-04-01T10:08:00.000-07:00

This great little model is all ready for Spring. She has her bright lime and white pokadot print dress with white trim.
Of course no lady is without her handbag.

Spring Decorating

2009-03-27T10:44:00.000-07:00

Hi to all those homemakers who feel overwhelmed at the idea of spring cleaning. Your just in time to clear out those boxes, de clutter your rooms and place some cheery window treatments up for a peaceful and relaxing home. Fresh breezy lace does wonders for a room. The price of these lace curtains are $19.95/pair, just contact jb9505@hotmail.com. Also, the help with the air, always add a green plant. Enjoy!

Free to Travel

2009-03-26T13:42:00.000-07:00

Spring is here or just around the corner in some parts of the US. So let's make sure we are trim and free to travel. With the warmer air, we want cooler clothes. Cottons and cotton gauze are great for summer and spring time.

To get the health and shape we want...stick to these wonderful calorie free foods.

Hot Tea with Honey

Berries-blueberries, strawberries and raspberries

Citrus Fruit-great colors..limes, lemons and oranges

Sugar Free Jello

Egg White cooked with non stick spray instead of butter

Crunchy vegtables

Water, Water, Water

Share your tips!

Spring weather

2009-03-23T08:28:00.000-07:00

Yes this weekend, I was out flying. The aircraft is a wonderful 1977 Turbo Arrow. Aviation is the perfect hobby, it does take some dollars, committement, and top notch math skills.

The beauty from the sky, gives each person a wonderful appreciation of the great country and freedom we have here in the US.

Visiting Blogs

2009-03-19T11:54:00.000-07:00

Starbucks in the afternoons are so disappointing with their coffee choices. My husband, Texbrewmaster, brought this to my attention, while we were visiting in San Jose this past summer.

Since that trip, we have found--only choice "Pikes Place Roast" after twelve o'clock per store managers. Hey, we live in the USA, we like having our choices. Let me hear your thoughts.