Angela
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Garden Tea Cakes and Me
http://gardenteacakesandme.blogspot.com/
A Shropshire blogger who loves gardening, baking drinking tea, eat and hosting Afternoon Tea. Oh and I love a caffeine fix of a mug of Mocha.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 314 )
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Refreshing Iced Tea and Tea Ice Lolly Sugarfree Recipe
Are you enjoying the sunshine or dodging the thunder clouds, either way I guess you could say this is a typical British summer. But with days of extreme heat... Read more
Posted on 20 July 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Learn to Crochet Successfully with Beautiful Things Semi Virtual Courses
I have made much progress in my quest to learn to crochet. This is down to the clear and easy to follow instructions in the Beautiful Things course, which... Read more
Posted on 19 July 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Refreshed, Refocused and Ready
I am well and truly back from my holiday, a rather splendid cruise around the British Isles. My break away has left me refreshed and embracing a slower pass of... Read more
Posted on 15 July 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Recipe: Pineapple Pie
When I shared my bake of this Pineapple Pie Recipe on my Instagram and Facebook pages people were surprised and amazed by the recipe. It is not a typical Englis... Read more
Posted on 03 July 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Garden Posies and Cruet Sets
maybe something of a bizarre title but it all came about during Fathers Day. I had invited many of my family to enjoy a Fathers Day meal at home and the... Read more
Posted on 30 June 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
My Crochet Adventures
Following on from my previous post on learning to crochet with Beautiful Things, I thought it was time for an update. First I have to say that once you find... Read more
Posted on 28 June 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Top 10 Tips for Hosting Afternoon Tea
Anyone who has enjoyed an Afternoon Tea will know that sometimes it is the attention to detail that makes it extra special. Of course the tea, sandwiches,... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
I'm Learning How to Crochet with Making Beautiful
I am super excited, I am going to learn how to crochet via an online virtual course. I was so pleased when Claire Beautiful Things asked me to be part of there... Read more
Posted on 14 June 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Affordable Garden Art for Your Garden
Recently I have added a contemporary garden ornament to my garden in Shropshire. Discovering intriguing and appealing art at large country gardens and historic... Read more
Posted on 10 June 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Claire Austin Plants Open Day
On the England, Wales border of the counties of Shropshire and Powys you will find the garden nursery of Claire Austin Perennials. The nursery has many plants... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Ideas for Handmade Wedding and Birthday Cards
I am sharing some recent craft makes with you today. Browsing Pinterest for Wedding Card and Birthday Card ideas I discovered lots of inspiration. Read more
Posted on 05 June 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Garden Maintence with Ryobi One+ Cordless Extended Reach Hedge Trimmer
Nothing makes a garden look cared for than a cut lawn or a perfectly sculptured hedge. Today I am reviewing the Ryobi 18v Cordless Extended Reach Hedge... Read more
Posted on 01 June 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Rhubarb and Chocolate Pudding Recipe
Rhubarb Chocolate pudding is such a favourite Rhubarb recipe of mine, it gets baked several times a year once the Rhubarb is ready for picking in the garden. Read more
Posted on 01 June 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Saving Bees and Their Habitat
Here in the UK it is time to count bees for the Great British Bee Count which runs between 19 May to 30 June. There has been a rapid decline in the bee... Read more
Posted on 26 May 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Adagio Teas a Refreshing Discovery
Adagio Tea and ingenuitea teapot review. I am often sent tea to review, who knew there was such a huge choice of brands available online. Read more
Posted on 24 May 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Tea Cup Exchange of Gifts - Five of Friday
As a blogger I sometimes link up with other bloggers, sharing recipes joining in with monthly crafting linkys. It is a way of sharing a recipe or crafty make... Read more
Posted on 20 May 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
How to Sow Sunflower Seeds
April - May is the perfect time to start sowing Sunflower seeds, whether you are aiming for the tallest Sunflower in your street or a beautiful display of pot... Read more
Posted on 18 May 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Reading Challenge 2016 Update 2
My 2016 Reading Challenge continues. I am still on course to read 20 books during the year, I have made progress with my plan to include well known authors and... Read more
Posted on 12 May 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Budget Afternoon Tea Offers and Tips for Booking
Afternoon Tea can be enjoyed by all no matter your budget. I have enjoyed afternoon tea at 5 star hotels that cost over £40 per person, but I have equally... Read more
Posted on 06 May 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES -
Mexican Inspired Stuffed Courgettes and Old El Paso Stand n Stuff Soft Tacos...
I love a challenge, so when Old El Paso were looking for bloggers to create a fun and exciting recipe to celebrate the Mexican Cinco de Mayo holiday, my hand... Read more
Posted on 01 May 2016 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES