Monday, August 8, 2011

Tea Cup Tuesday-Already!

Hello All!
Is it just me or is the summer flying by???
Whew it is hot here, mid to high nineties every day.
Guess I will have to stay indoors and craft!
Today I am sharing a tea cup trio that I purchased in an antique store while in the UK this summer. I don't usually see trios, so this was a delight.
I adore the roses on this set! I have seen others share it and versions of it, but until now I had not had my own...now I do. Yay!

I love the dainty gold markings on the handle.

This cup is footed with two gold bands as trim.

The rims of the cup and plates are heavily decorated with a gold floral pattern.

These are the sweetest little roses! I also love the shade of green for the leaves.

Gorgeous plate edges! Using this cup makes me feel almost royal!

As you can see by the backstamp, it is created by Royal Albert, and the pattern name is Dimity Rose. Such a sweet name for such a sweet cup!
Here is a dear little vintage tea cozy I found in another little antique shop in the UK this summer. Isn't it sweet too?

It is quite small and would fit a 2 cup tea pot. I think it is adorable. I found another one while there and I will share it next week.

How are you all doing this summer?
Are you having a good one?
Are you having your tea iced???

If you would like to join in for Tea Cup Tuesday with Martha and I, just go and create a post showing us your tea cup(s). Then come back here and link up below. Martha and I love coming to see you and your china!
Hugs,
Terri

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38 comments:

  1. The Charm of HomeAugust 8, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Oh Terri,
    That is so pretty! A keeper for sure. Neat tea cozy too. Thanks for having us over!
    Sherry

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  2. Joy @ Joy Of DessertsAugust 8, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    It's absolutely beautiful. I also like the cozy. Very sweet. Thank you for hosting, Martha. :-)

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  3. Martha's FavoritesAugust 8, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Terri: That cup is beautiful. I don't think I have seen one like it before. I am so glad you got to go to all those places this summer. I just wanted you to know, I feel blessed to have you as a friend. Hugs, Martha

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  4. Barbara F.August 8, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Terri, you have the most beautiful assortment of tea cups. I love that crocheted cozy. When my staycation is over (I have a friend spending a week) and my life goes back to normal, I have to join your Tuesday party. xo,

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  5. Cinderella Moments August 8, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    You must have a million and one tea cups by now! And I do love these latest!! They are divine.
    hugs,
    Caroline

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  6. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageAugust 8, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Hi Terri,
    I love Dimity Rose by RA! I don't own one but I'm always keeping my eye out for one. How nice that you found the trio too. Sweet little tea cozy. You did well in the UK. Thanks for sharing your pretties and for stopping by for a visit.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  7. The Charm of HomeAugust 8, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Terri,
    My Japanese cup has a sticker and it is made by Lenwile China. The sticker is on both cup and saucer.
    Sherry

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  8. Antiques And TeacupsAugust 8, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Lovely trio. I love Royal Albert and the tea cozy is wonderful! Think of all the work that went into that! I'm sure you'll treasureit!
    Thanks for hosting!
    Ruth

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  9. JocelyneAugust 8, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    That cup is absolutely beautiful! The cozy is also nice. I can't wait to see the other one you found!

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  10. debiAugust 8, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Oh what a beautiful cup Terri. I love the sweet roses, and all the gold is so pretty.
    Love the cute tea cozy too. Thanks for sharing!

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  11. MarjanneAugust 8, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    beautiful teacup!! And the cozy is so cute! handmade I think.

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  12. FarahAugust 8, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    Terri what a beautiful and spring like T-Cup... perfectly beautiful, the touch of gold, colours of flowers and a very pretty handle... simply a cup which makes your day...
    Now I am back from my vacations and in blogging world too…
    A little post to share some of my moments of vacation... hope you like to visit and enjoy it...
    http://craftaworld.blogspot.com/
    Love
    Farah

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  13. Shirley NAugust 9, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    Oh so beautiful, love the pink flowers and all the gold! Makes me want to drink tea in my one and only tea cup

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  14. Julia DunnitAugust 9, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    Oh well done in getting that trio home! Royal Albert is still in production as far as I know. The gold leaf is applied by transfer - wet the carrier paper and slip it into position, sort of thing. I have a complete dinner and tea service of a Royal Albert pattern called Old Country Roses. Enjoy Dimity Rose, I think it's amongst their nicest designs!

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  15. SuzAugust 9, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Terri,
    You found some lovely things in England. Thank you for taking me on a vicarious travel! I love both the tea cup and the cozy. I wonder if the shops there are rich with treasures or if these are a product of your good eye. Thank you for hostessing this. I am hoping to get a post up tomorrow.
    Hugs,
    Suz

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  16. ♥ Miss TeaAugust 9, 2011 at 2:22 AM

    oooohhh what a gorgeous teacup trio that you bought in the UK! love the pattern, the design and the color!! and the tea cozy u got is sooooo cutee, pink is my fave color! always enjoy visiting here and thank u for sharing and hosting!

    Blessings,
    Susan

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  17. Melanie Statnick August 9, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    what treasures you have! How lucky. I adore tea cups myself and collect them as I antique shop as well. What a find!

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  18. ClaudiaAugust 9, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    Very pretty, indeed!

    xo
    Claudia

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  19. parTea ladyAugust 9, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    Yes, the summer has flown by - the boys have been back in school for over a week.

    Your Dimity Rose trio is so pretty and feminine. So is the crocheted (or is it tatting?) tea cozy. I love the varigated pink thread.

    The temperature is very high here too, but I still prefer my tea hot.

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  20. MarieAugust 9, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Hi Terri - Looks like you had a wonderful time antiquing in the UK. Your teacup set is such a great find...very elegant and royal looking indeed. And love that pink tea cozy too. Someday, I'd like to go back to England and go antiquing myself.

    I linked up to your party this week because I found a teacup with two handles. Not sure if it's a teacup so what better place to ask what this dish really is...your teacup tuesday linky party of course!

    Happy Tuesday Terri!
    -Marie

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  21. CreateologyAugust 9, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Your teacup is beautiful Terri. I adore your find of the tea cozy as it is such a labor of crochet work. Happy week to you dear...

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  22. Johanna GehrleinAugust 9, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Hello Terri,
    Royal Albert has always wonderful designs. I thought first it would be the Lavender rose pattern with additional gold decorations, but then I realized the different. I have never seen this beautiful pattern before. Thank you for showing us your treasures and for hosting this wonderful Tea Time Party.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  23. Johanna GehrleinAugust 9, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Hello Terri,
    Royal Albert has always wonderful designs. I thought first it would be the Lavender rose pattern with additional gold decorations, but then I realized the different. I have never seen this beautiful pattern before. Thank you for showing us your treasures and for hosting this wonderful Tea Time Party.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  24. Princesa NadieAugust 9, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Dear Terry
    At least I could send my image!
    Every week I had problems as I think my images were too large so today I have reduced it
    You trio is beautiful!
    I love all your cups always
    Hugs

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  25. xinexAugust 9, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Wonderful additions to your collection, Terri. Very pretty!...Christine

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  26. LindaAugust 9, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Your vintage tea cozy is adorable.

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  27. Maria AndradeAugust 9, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Hello Terri,
    You certainly made wonderful purchases while you were in England!
    The Royal Albert trio is beautiful and the way you photographed it also does it credit...
    And the tea cozy is a real charm! I wish I could make something similar :)
    Hugs

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  28. Ana Cristina CaldattoAugust 9, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Terri descondiderar postagem 30 (erro)

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  29. Ana Cristina CaldattoAugust 9, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Terri e colegas das postagens tenham todos uma excelente semana!
    abraços
    Ana - Brazil

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  30. ZaaAugust 9, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Hey Terri...
    Your teatime trio is absolutely beautiful ..It so dainty... and I adore that crocheted tea cozy.. incidently my tea cup tuesday is up if you want to take a peek.. Thanks for the kind visit...Love your blog....HUGS

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  31. Yellow Rose ArborAugust 9, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Beautiful tea cup, and being a trio makes it more special! I love the Royal Albert china!

    Katherine

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  32. UnknownAugust 9, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Hi Terri, Your cup is so sweet! Dimiti Rose, how cute is it's name! The lace is beautiful. You went to the UK this summer?? sooo jealous..lol glad to be back, xo Dianna (Sunny109)

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  33. The TablescaperAugust 9, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Love that tea cozie. So adorable. Thanks for hosting.

    - The Tablescaper

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  34. Decor To AdoreAugust 11, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Oh my goodness what pretty pink treasures!

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  35. romance-of-rosesAugust 11, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Oh my gosh, I'm in love with this tea cup trio, it's absolutely gorgeous. Can understand how you feel royal, a beautiful tea cup when enjoying tea makes all the difference in the world. And that tea cozy, never saw one like that before, it's so dainty.
    Hugs...Lu

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  36. AnonymousAugust 12, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    I have the 'coffee' cup version of this! and I love it!

    you always have such brilliant tea cup photos to share! I would love to see how you display all of these bone china treasures....all of them in one shot! that would make me drool, I think! lol

    Ciao Bella!

    Creative Carmelina

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  37. Sugar Lump StudiosAugust 14, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    I love how sweet and dainty this teacup is! lovely pattern and oh so perfect!

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  38. Terri GordonAugust 17, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Hi Terri, I hope this finds you well. I have been away on vacation and am now home. I hope to join tea cup Tuesday next week. Your cups are so beautiful, thank you for hosting. Have a wonderful week. Hugs, Terri

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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