Its many colors look beautiful on a white linen cloth, but it can be toned down a bit with linen colors taken from the china. We've used pink napkins and pink roses for the pretty centerpiece. But bolder colors can be chosen if men will be joining you for tea.
When you bring out your best china, it's time to polish your silver serving pieces for serving the treats. Keep in mind that some foods can tarnish silver, so it's a good idea to use a cloth or paper doily to the tray under the food. Then garnish the plate with a few leaves, berries, or flowers. On this table, lemon leaves decorate the scone tray and a mountain of fresh raspberries provide a colorful accent.
Read more about Afternoon Tea:
- Learn how to care for silver serving pieces.
- Learn the steps for cleaning silver properly.
- Be sure you store your china carefully.
- Get advice on How to Organize an Afternoon Tea Party .