Anyone for tea ?

What a lovely weekend was had here . . . 

blues skies and sunshine galore, 

walks in the woods, 

a spot of gardening, 

a {much-needed} bath for the two most-adorable-pups-in-the-world,

 the first braai {barbecue} of the summer . . .

and

a tea party with some lovely fellow crafty bloggy friends :-)

A little while ago, having discovered that the peeps behind a few of the lovely blogs I read are fellow Midlanders, I put up a post {here} with the suggestion of a wee get-together. 

This was met with a very positive and enthusiastic response, so arrangements were made and on Saturday afternoon we congregated for tea chez moi.

Isn't it funny sometimes how within mere minutes of meeting, strangers feel like friends you've known for ages ?

 There were two Mels and two Sarahs and one Gilly, so remembering names was easy ;-)

And so, the afternoon whiled away as we nattered and ate and drank and laughed and shared, and enjoyed getting to know each other a wee bit more.

1 Gilly, 2 Mels and 2 Sarahs !

Let me tell you, that is one talented group of ladies - do pop over for a wee peek at their blogs and follow along with their crafty adventures. 

To Mel {The Patchwork Robin}, Mel {Mellie Moo Crochet}, Sarah {Sarah's Pigeonhole} and Sarah {The Faerie Factory} - thanks for coming for tea - and for all the fabulous little gifts you brought - it was so lovely to meet you all.  Just a truly delightful way to spend an afternoon.

Life sometimes gets in the way of tea parties, so for those who had hoped to, but weren't able to join us this time, the good news is: there will be plans afoot for another. 

Watch this space . . .

Hope you had a good weekend too,

xoxo