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Tea Party: 20 Themed Tea Parties with Recipes for Every Occasion, from Fabulous Showers to Intimate Gatherings

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Tea parties are a wonderful way to celebrate any special occasion, from baby showers to bridal showers to birthdays. And with so many different themes to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect one for your event. In this article, we'll share 20 different themed tea party ideas, complete with delicious recipes. So whether you're looking for a sophisticated afternoon tea or a whimsical garden party, we've got you covered.

1. Alice in Wonderland Tea Party

This whimsical tea party is perfect for fans of the classic novel. Decorate your table with teacups and saucers, playing cards, and other Alice in Wonderland-themed items. Serve tea sandwiches, scones, and other treats inspired by the book.

Recipes:

Tea sandwiches: Cut cucumber sandwiches into fun shapes, such as hearts or stars. Or try making tea sandwiches with other fillings, such as ham and cheese or egg salad.
Scones: Serve warm scones with clotted cream and jam. Or try making scones with different flavors, such as blueberry or chocolate chip.
Other treats: Serve other Alice in Wonderland-themed treats, such as mushroom-shaped cookies or caterpillar cake.

2. Mad Hatter's Tea Party

This tea party is a bit more chaotic than the Alice in Wonderland tea party, but it's just as much fun. Decorate your table with mismatched teacups and saucers, colorful streamers, and other Mad Hatter-themed items. Serve tea sandwiches, scones, and other treats that are a bit out of the ordinary.

Recipes:

Tea sandwiches: Try making tea sandwiches with unusual fillings, such as peanut butter and jelly or banana and bacon. Or cut your tea sandwiches into fun shapes, such as circles or triangles.
Scones: Add some fun ingredients to your scones, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit. Or try making scones in different shapes, such as stars or hearts.
Other treats: Serve other Mad Hatter-themed treats, such as cookies shaped like top hats or teacups.

3. Downton Abbey Tea Party

This tea party is perfect for fans of the popular TV show. Decorate your table with elegant teacups and saucers, lace tablecloths, and other Downton Abbey-themed items. Serve tea sandwiches, scones, and other treats that are fit for a lord or lady.

Recipes:

Tea sandwiches: Make delicate tea sandwiches with fillings such as cucumber and cream cheese, smoked salmon and dill, or ham and brie.
Scones: Serve warm scones with clotted cream and jam. Or try making scones with different flavors, such as orange and cranberry.
Other treats: Serve other Downton Abbey-themed treats, such as mini quiches or tea cakes.

4. Vintage Tea Party

This tea party is a charming way to celebrate a special occasion. Decorate your table with vintage teacups and saucers, lace tablecloths, and other vintage-themed items. Serve tea sandwiches, scones, and other treats that are reminiscent of a bygone era.

Recipes:

Tea sandwiches: Make tea sandwiches with classic fillings such as cucumber and cream cheese, egg salad, or tuna salad.
Scones: Serve warm scones with clotted cream and jam. Or try making scones with different flavors, such as lemon and poppyseed.
Other treats: Serve other vintage-themed treats, such as fruit tarts or tea cakes.

5. Garden Tea Party

This tea party is perfect for a warm summer day. Decorate your table with flowers, greenery, and other garden-themed items. Serve tea sandwiches, scones, and other treats that are inspired by the garden.

Recipes:

Tea sandwiches: Make tea sandwiches with fillings such as cucumber and dill, tomato and basil, or goat cheese and berries.
Scones: Serve warm scones with clotted cream and jam. Or try making scones with different flavors, such as strawberry and basil.
Other treats: Serve other garden-themed treats, such as fruit tarts or flower-shaped cookies.

6. Bridal Shower Tea Party

This tea party is a perfect way to celebrate the bride-to-be. Decorate your table with white tablecloths, lace, and other bridal-themed items. Serve tea sandwiches, scones, and other treats that are fit for a princess.

Recipes:

Tea sandwiches: Make tea sandwiches with fillings such as cucumber and cream cheese, smoked salmon and dill, or ham and brie.
Scones: Serve warm scones with clotted cream and jam. Or try making scones with different flavors, such as orange and cranberry.
Other treats: Serve other bridal-themed treats, such as mini quiches or tea cakes.

7. Baby Shower Tea Party

This tea party is a perfect way to celebrate the mommy-to-be. Decorate your table with pastel colors, baby-themed items, and other baby-themed items. Serve tea sandwiches, scones, and other treats that are fit for a little prince or princess.

Recipes:

Tea sandwiches: Make tea sandwiches with fillings such as cucumber and cream cheese, egg salad, or tuna salad.
Scones: Serve warm scones with clotted cream and jam. Or try making scones with different flavors, such as lemon and poppyseed.
Other treats: Serve other baby-themed treats, such as fruit tarts or tea cakes.

8. Birthday Tea Party

This tea party is a perfect way to celebrate a birthday. Decorate your table with balloons, streamers, and other birthday-themed items. Serve tea sandwiches, scones, and other treats that are fit for a birthday king or queen.