It was a beautiful day for a tea party under our oak tree. Summer arrived just in time with her warm sunshine and light breeze. Everything was just how I pictured and the girls were so happy, lost in the wonder of sweet treats, pretty tea cups, and each other’s giggles.
Since I’ve had no training on how to really operate a camera, I took about a thousand pictures, but never felt that I had really captured the magic of what was in front of me. I’m pretty well practiced with indoor pictures, but the whole -sunlight filtering through the tree branches- really threw me for a loop this time. Nevertheless, I have a lot to share and I’ll try to organize and document over the next few days. I thought that a nice intro would be just a few shots that I edited with a photoshop action called Johnna’s Tea Party. Will that be fun? I’m new to ‘actions’ but I think I like them! This action seems to do well with my overexposed shots; it also blends the bright sun streaks and the dark shadows.
The more I look at these pictures, the more I see the magic, actually…
And I promise to share that frosting recipe real soon!
KC says
Whimsical. Beautiful. Magical. Stef, these photos of the girls enjoying the fruit of your creativity are precious. Great job, mama.
Sixty-Fifth Avenue says
Oh, I see the magic! I love these pictures Stef and I can’t wait to see more. And Wow! Those are some beautiful cakes!
Did you imagine something like this the first time you saw that amazing tree?
amanda says
Beautiful cake!
Kristie says
I think your pictures are amazing! The color reminds my of the vintage pics hanging in my aunt’s hallway. I love the chandelier in the tree. And Olivia & Grace’s little headbands. And those scrumptious looking cakes and mini cakes.
Happy birthday Addie! You lucky little girl.
a girl who dreams says
very beautiful pictures! I like the one with the cakes. What kind of filter do you use for your camera?
Theresa says
Your pictures really capture the beauty of the tea-party…I especially love the last picture. She looks so pleased!
The whole post was so calming!
The Cottage Mama says
Adorable!! We are doing “Tea for 2” for Matilda’s 2nd birthday next month. Can’t wait to share all the details. Love all the photo editing – so cute!!
Lizette says
Beautiful little tea party! I have to ask, where did you get those head pieces?
Shannon says
Oh – what fun! I am new to your blog and admire your creativity and style. Those cakes are amazing!
I am the mom of boys and hope to someday have granddaughters with whom I can enjoy tea parties…until then I will make do with girlfriends :o)
Laura @ ON{thelaundry}LINE says
So beautiful! I can feel the magic, myself. What pretty cakes! What pretty dresses! What pretty hairpieces, girls, and what a pretty mama! So much pretty in one place, just magical, indeed. *swoon*
Erin says
Stef! I adore the tea party hats. So fun! And that pic of you and your baby girl…precious.
Craftberry Bush says
Just came across your blog and I wish it had been sooner… But I’m here now and I’m happy to have found you…thanks for inspiring! Xo
Lucy