Every day she dons a dress and gathers her dolls for a spot of tea. But after a while, sipping on invisible drinks — pinkies up, of course — can become boring. So, gather her gal pals for an afternoon of tea and tasty treats. From invites to food to decor, learn how to throw a fabulous tea party. Cheers!
Simple, Sweet Invitations
Even if you're serving tea for two, you can still send a special invite. These kettle-shaped cards [2] ($5 for 12) are a colorful and cute way to invite the girls over.
The Perfect Pot
Your set of saucers may be gorgeous, but they are far from kid-proof. Melissa and Doug's butterfly set [3] ($20) is perfect for playdates, as are any of these charming cups and saucers [4].
A Top-Notch Table
You don't have to spend hundreds to create a chic table. A colorful tablecloth and a few flowers can go a long way.
Mood Music
Though the girls will be talking in between sips, it doesn't hurt to have some background noise. With Disney's Princess Tea Party [5], their favorite characters can provide the tunes.
Fill Their Cups
Though tea has low caffeine levels, you still may want to keep it away from little ones. Serve them decaf options, ginger tea [6], or lemonade.
A Bite or Two
For an authentic tea party, serve cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches [7]. But be sure to have some PB&Js on hand for picky eaters.
Fun With Food
For once, let the kids play with their food. Not only are these minipancakes [9] a tasty, fruity treat, but they double as pieces for tic-tac-toe.
Something Sweet
No tea party would be complete without dessert! To impress your little girl and her friends, whip up some pink french macarons [11]. If you're short on time, chocolate chip cookies or vanilla cupcakes are an equally tasty option.
Parting Gifts
Don't send your guests home empty handed. Fill a bag with tea-themed stickers [13] ($8 for 24), cup-shaped lollipops [14] ($5 for 12), and a few bags of your favorite tea.