Monday, May 17, 2010

Tea Cup Tuesday!

Welcome to tea!
I am having some delicious English Breakfast with some scrumptious gluten free cupcakes, chocolate of course!

Yea, it's time for tea again!
I am late tonight because I was waiting for the sun to come out. Instead it stormed all day. So I took these photos tonight. I apologize for how dark they are


I want to thank all of you who participated last week. We had so many sharing their china that it took me two days to see everyone. Thank you so much for showing us your gorgeous tea cups!

My cup today is vintage, but not antique. It is made by Paragon, a very famous china company, known for many beautiful patterns. I am sure many of you have at least one Paragon cup, if you are collecting.

I love the peachy pink color. The gold trim is really lovely too.


The backstamp seems to suggest it was made in the 1950s. Paragon has been around since 1919 and had many changes of hand as did most china companies. It was also located in Stoke-on-Trent in England. It has been a part of the Royal Doulton group recently.


If you would like to join in Tea Cup Tuesday, just fill in the two blanks below on Mr. Linky and you will be automatically added to the list.

Thank you so much Martha for being my partner in this fun venture. Make sure you stop by and see Martha at Martha's Favorites. She always has beautiful china to see.

Thank you so much for stopping by!
Hugs,
Terri
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42 comments:

  1. Just MeMay 17, 2010 at 11:00 PM

    Terri, I love your teacup!And the way you captured it with the peach colored roses and the scrumptious looking cupcakes! Mmmm! I'll be right over! Thank you for sharing!

    Live Creatively!
    Patti

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  2. AwishdreamMay 17, 2010 at 11:58 PM

    Terri ~ Your teacup collection is wonderful, many nice patterns and some vintage ones too! thanks for sharing them!

    Cheers,
    Melanie :)

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  3. EffieMay 18, 2010 at 12:50 AM

    I notice there is never milk in your tea........is this usual in the US?

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  4. fitty's pinky rose cottageMay 18, 2010 at 1:12 AM

    Terri, wow! that is one beautiful teacup! love the pattern and the shape of the cup! yeap Paragon, they design such lovely shape and pattern for teacup! thanks for sharing and have a good day!

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  5. Home and HeartMay 18, 2010 at 3:00 AM

    I LOVE this pattern!! I enjoy seeing all the pretty styles!

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  6. Denise@alloverrosesMay 18, 2010 at 3:52 AM

    Terri,
    Your tea cup is lovely. I've never seen this pattern before. A wonderful treasure for sure! Hope your weather improves.
    Denise

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  7. AnonymousMay 18, 2010 at 4:43 AM

    Terri, this one is so feminine. Hopefully, I'll be back later with a picture of mine too. Shower first! Just had my coffee (not tea) so I'm finally awake! But I DO have my coffee in a teacup! ;-) Silly me!

    Later!
    Diane :-)

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  8. AnonymousMay 18, 2010 at 4:58 AM

    Terri, here it is...my "no-name" teacup! Will be back later to take the tour!
    Diane

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  9. Brenda ~ The Heminger FarmhouseMay 18, 2010 at 5:07 AM

    Hi Terri, This is a lovely teacup you have shown us. I have a very small collection of Teacups, but I don't have one by Paragon. I've seen some very lovely ones on Ebay, and one day I WILL have one for my little collection :) Have a wonderful "Teatime" day! Warmest, Brenda

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  10. VictoriaMay 18, 2010 at 5:08 AM

    Hi Terri...oh my ...this one is so darling..I am enchanted and smitten with it's beauty! I love peachy pinky apricot colors...such a wamr glow to it!! Lovely! I cna almost taste the tea..and your goodies look deliscious!!
    Have a magical day! a really super pretty post!!
    Kiki~

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  11. Natasha in OzMay 18, 2010 at 5:20 AM

    Hi Terri,

    Thanks for having me again this week. It is always so much fun having tea with you on Tuesdays!

    Best wishes,
    Natasha.

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  12. Connie Eyberg OriginalsMay 18, 2010 at 5:49 AM

    Beautiful teacup Terri! Thank you for sharing. Stay well, Connie

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  13. JocelynMay 18, 2010 at 6:24 AM

    Such a beautiful teacup. Thank you for letting me join you today. Have a wonderful Tea Tuesday.

    Jocelyn
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com

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  14. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMay 18, 2010 at 6:24 AM

    Terri,

    That is such a stunning tea cup!!

    The colors are just beautiful!!

    Debbie

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  15. Marguerite (Tina) Smith HartMay 18, 2010 at 6:49 AM

    I am definitely going to drag out Great Grandma's china! Beautiful colors in your photos Terri!

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  16. Barbara JeanMay 18, 2010 at 7:19 AM

    Terri,
    Love your dishes.

    blessings

    barbara jean

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  17. AnonymousMay 18, 2010 at 7:19 AM

    Your teacup was it's own piece of sunshine, Terri. Love those colors and the 'glow' it has! And those cupcakes look pretty tasty, too! Thanks for sharing and I hope your week is sunnier!
    Hugs,
    Jan

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  18. LoriMay 18, 2010 at 7:20 AM

    Terri, your tea cup is absolutely stunning...i just love shades of pink with a hit of peach...and if they are paired with gold...well, i am swooning...

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  19. Princesa NadieMay 18, 2010 at 7:28 AM

    Your tea cup is beautiful,I know Paragon ,I have a pretty saucer that I bought in a market in Marbella but I didn't get the tea cup,some day I'll show it
    Iam really happy meeting you and your blog.Hugs

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  20. Martha's FavoritesMay 18, 2010 at 7:49 AM

    Terri: You have some of the most beautiful cups I have ever seen. Each one looks like you hand picked them just to match who you are. I love this, you always make me take a trip to Ebay. Thank you for sharing. God has been good to both of us! Blessings, Martha

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  21. petitebroderieMay 18, 2010 at 9:38 AM

    Your teacup is wonderful, is my first time in a "tea cup tuesday" my blog is new, I am happy to visit your blog is very nice. Thanks. Esther

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  22. TheresaMay 18, 2010 at 9:59 AM

    What a lovely teacup! You have quite a beautiful collection. I know it took me two days to visit everyone, but it was enjoyable to see such lovely teacups and posts~
    It is rainy here too! But it is the last of spring & we could use more rain here~ Happy Teacup Tuesday, Theresa

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  23. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 18, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    Hi Terri,
    What a beautiful teacup! I love the pinky-peach colour! Wishing you a lovely sunny day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  24. AnonymousMay 18, 2010 at 10:06 AM

    Hello Terri! thanks for coming by...i was making my way over to you....!!! tea cup tuesday is so much fun! i love it!

    what a pretty cup you've shared with us today! love it!

    ciao bella
    creative carmelina

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  25. Diann @ The Thrifty GrooveMay 18, 2010 at 10:08 AM

    Hi Terri!

    Your teacup today is just beautiful! I love the soft pretty colors. And the desgn is stunning!

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  26. nancyMay 18, 2010 at 10:48 AM

    Thank you Terri for a beautiful Teacup Tuesday as well as Martha. Lovely teacups you got there. Thank you for stopping by my blog. Nancy

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  27. xinexMay 18, 2010 at 11:58 AM

    Your tea cup is so pretty, Terri. I just love the color and the pattern....Christine

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  28. ParazineMay 18, 2010 at 12:05 PM

    Oh my sweetness your tea cup it DARLING! I love it! Thank you for hosting, I only added Martha's name but I will go back and add yours...I was confused about the both of you hosting, but now I got it! Thank you for the sweet comment!
    hugs,
    Olivia

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  29. paperbutterflyMay 18, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    What a beautiful colour for a teacup!

    Thank you for shsaring with us!

    Hope to see you soon.

    Blessings, Pam

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  30. Pellie / PennyMay 18, 2010 at 3:32 PM

    I just adore your tea cup. That peachy pink color is to die for. I also love it's squat little footed shape.
    Thanks for inviting me, but I better run or I'll never get to visit everyone.
    Hugs
    Penny

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  31. UnknownMay 18, 2010 at 3:51 PM

    oh wow Terri!!! these photos of your tea cup are beautiful!!! love the first one with the tea ...splendid!!!

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  32. Brenda PruittMay 18, 2010 at 4:49 PM

    I love pretty teacups! I don't have many. I shall have to look for some at tag sales I suppose. I think I could gaze at teacups all day.
    Brenda

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  33. PatriciaMay 18, 2010 at 5:32 PM

    Such a beautiful cup and the design it reminds me of Marie. Thanks for your visit. Happy Tea Cup Tuesday.

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  34. luisaMay 18, 2010 at 5:48 PM

    Hi Terri.I´m from Argentina,sorry for my english please.Your blog is beautiful and adorable.I´love té and teacup.I´love the color pink.Beautiful too,idea "tea cup Tuesday".Congratulation,Adios.

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  35. Lynn-TeacupstitchesMay 18, 2010 at 7:48 PM

    What a sweet and dainty teacup Terri! I love the color and the dancing flowers all around!
    I am so enjoying all the pretty selections chosen today!
    Your cupcakes sound AND look yummy :-)

    Lynn

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  36. CharlieMay 18, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    Oh I love, love, love this pattern. I don't think I have paragon but might have some royal doulton.
    It's really a pretty design. Don't worry about the lighting I do this all the time. I love the soft natural glow.

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  37. Lady KatherineMay 18, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    Just love the pattern of your teacup! I take a cup of Tea with the wonderful cupcakes! Love the peach rose with the cup. Oh the lace is so beautiful that this setting is on! Just love it! Thank you for joining me for Tea Time Tuesday. I am so loving looking at all the wonderful tea cups you collect.

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  38. kimberlyMay 18, 2010 at 8:57 PM

    Your teacup sure is regal! I can picture a Queen enjoying her tea in your pretty cup at a table in the rose garden. Thanks for letting us have so much fun today!

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  39. debiMay 18, 2010 at 11:25 PM

    What a beautiful teacup! That would be a sweet eye-opener in the morning.

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  40. KathyB.May 19, 2010 at 1:26 AM

    Terri, thank-you for dropping in for tea and I am sorry I did not give you credit in my blog for Tea Cup Tuesday.I will remedy that for next weeks' Tea Cup.

    I very much like thee tea cup you pictured. I do not own a Paragon cup, but will look for them when I shop thrift stores from now on.

    Thank-you for hosting this along with Martha. I am having fun!

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  41. Such a Wondrous Place this Faery SpaceMay 20, 2010 at 5:23 AM

    Gorgeous, it just felt homey like a cozy evening to have it a bit dark. Love it. Blessings dear.

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  42. CatherineMay 21, 2010 at 9:38 AM

    Simply lovely. The beautiful apricot, oh my.
    Thanks for sharing your teacups with us.
    Catherine

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Thank you so much for stopping by!
I so enjoy each and everyone of your visits.
I read every single comment and try to get back if I can to visit you as well.
Please forgive me for not always being able to as there are so many of you lovely friends to see!
Hugs,
Terri