Valentines Day is the perfect time for a Victorian Tea Party. Victorians loved afternoon tea and the romantic aspect of the holiday lends itself readily to Victorian era decorating. A plethora of ephemera, both antique and reproduction, is readily available in antique malls, flea markets and craft stores. Pull out your lace, china, silver, crystal, and baubles and be creative! Ask your guests to come dressed in Victorian costumes for an added dimension of fun. Keep the food simple and be prepared to enjoy the day! For recipes and purchasing information, please visit www.SweetNecessi-Teas.com.

Invitations:
Use color copies (printed on card stock) of vintage Valentine postcards—a different card for each guest, if possible. (Purchase cards at flea markets or antique shops.) Make 2 sets of copies -- second sets' use described below. Copy only the fronts, cut out, and write your party information on the back of one set. Request that your guests bring invitations with them.

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