Even Bees Need a Break

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Those busy bees, the best pollinators, are always welcome in my yard! I plant flowers especially for them and the butterflies, hoping to create a haven where they can find food for their hives. Our garden is a pesticide-free zone, ensuring their safety. Today on the blog, I’m excited to share some bee and tea therapy with you. Welcome, and let’s enjoy a moment of tranquility together.

I stumbled upon these truly lovely cups adorned with delicate bees fluttering around a hive, crafted with intricate raised white lines. The pattern is “Andrea” by Sadek. Each cup comes with a wire mesh inset, perfect for straining and steeping tea right in the cup. The clever design includes a snug-fitting top to keep the tea warm after steeping. Simply remove the mesh insert, and your tea is ready to enjoy. It’s a delightful way to savor a moment of tranquility with a warm cup of your favorite tea.

After steeping, I love transferring the tea to the matching tray, which boasts the same charming bee and hive design as the cups. It’s the perfect accompaniment for a tea cup and a delightful treat like today’s choice, a chocolate eclair. Despite the overcast and rainy day, the bright china and cozy setup offer a welcoming distraction. It’s amazing how a beautiful setting can make even the gloomiest weather feel inviting

I set the tray on a lovely yellow placemat from Crate and Barrell. The mats are embroidered in white with matching napkins held together with “Bee” napkin rings. A simple crystal pitcher holds some dwarf snowballs from the front garden.

Some matching bee flatware by Wallace complete the place setting. It’s such a lovely set to use and reminds me of the garden and those busy pollinators.

As the rain beats against the windows and the wind lashes the trees outside, we’re tucked away indoors, safe and cozy, enjoying our afternoon tea break. The tea is wonderfully hot and delicious, and the treat we’ve chosen goes a long way to counteract the weather’s chill. The gentle presence of the bees on our cups reminds me that after the rain, the garden will be waiting, full of life and color. It’s moments like these that make the rain seem like a friend, offering us a chance to slow down and find comfort in the simple joys of life.