A Valentine tea party is the perfect way to gather with your girlfriends for Galentine’s Day. With our simple decorations, drinks and food ideas, you’ll have all the inspiration you need to get started.
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Tea parties are one of my favorite ways to celebrate with my girlfriends.
They are usually held in the afternoon. So you don’t have to cook a whole meal.
And they’re centered around serving tea. So you don’t have to stock a whole bar, either.
Which is why when I wanted to host a Valentine party for my friends (some would call it a Galentine’s party), I decided to do a Valentine’s Day tea party.
And it was so much fun, it might become an annual occurrence.
Themes
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I always like to pick a theme when I’m having a party.
It makes deciding on decorations so much easier.
For this one, I went with a hearts and flowers theme.
But you could also do an Alice in Wonderland theme, a vintage theme or pick a color to use as the theme (pink, red, teal or a combination of those would work).
The table Setting
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I used a black tablecloth on my table because I like how it makes the pink and white colors pop.
But if you don’t like that much contrast, a white tablecloth would work, too.
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Then for each place setting, I layered a pink glass charger, light pink dinner plate and heart-shaped appetizer plate topped with a linen napkin and flower napkin holder.
Since pink and gold is one of my favorite color combinations, I used gold cutlery to finish it off.
Mix and match tea cups
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Since this is a tea party, having pretty tea cups is a must.
But getting a matched set can be really expensive!
So I made the rounds to all of the thrift stores in the area and found a bunch of mis-matched cups and saucers. (I don’t think it feels like a real tea party if you don’t have the saucers).
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Then I found a few more (like this one) at HomeGoods, which also weren’t very expensive.
Fortunately, they all had roses on them so that helped to tie them all together, and went with my theme.
The centerpiece
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The centerpiece I created looks a lot more complicated than it actually is.
I started with a black and white striped runner that I used as the base.
Then placed five mis-matched pink and white cake stands down the middle of the table (on top of the runner).
And wound a garland of faux pink flowers in and around the cake stands.
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Then I used the cake stands as serving pieces for the tea pot and some heart-shaped Valentine’s cookies.
That way they were pretty and functional.
Other decorations
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On the buffet beside the table, I used a row of small bouquets with white roses and baby’s breath alternating with white candles.
Since it’s easier to put these flowers in vases, I used real ones rather than the fake ones I had on the table.
And using small bouquets meant I didn’t need that many flowers so that kept the cost down.
Behind the small bouquets, I had a couple of larger ones with pink hydrangeas and baby’s breath, along with candle lanterns and a chalkboard sign that I drew a heart on.
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The whole thing created a pretty backdrop for my table that goes with the theme but wasn’t too matchy-matchy.
The Tea
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A tea party isn’t a tea party without the tea.
I always offer 2 kinds of tea at my parties – the traditional caffeinated kind (like Earl Grey) and flavored herbal teas.
If you are making the tea in pots (the traditional way), you’ll need to pick which ones you’re going to serve in advance.
Otherwise, you can have hot water available with a selection of tea bags that people can choose from and everyone can pick what they want. (But I will say that some tea-drinkers will tell you this isn’t the proper way to serve it).
Other drinks
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I also like to serve some kind of wine or champagne at my tea parties.
For Valentine’s Day, these strawberry mimosas always go over well.
And depending what your friends like, these pink champagne jello shots might also be a hit.
Food & recipes
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At a traditional afternoon tea, mini sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and different kinds of tarts are usually served on a 3-tiered stand.
But since I was having a few people over and it was a Valentine’s Day party, I served a slightly different menu.
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We did have mini-sandwiches, but I served them on a tray that we could pass around.
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A naked red velvet cake with heart toppers fits right in with the Valentine’s Day party theme.
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A fruit charcuterie board is good for anyone who doesn’t want to eat too many sugary treats.
A traditional charcuterie board with meats and cheeses as well as fruits and vegetables would also work if you want to serve something more substantial.
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You could also do something similar with a selection of candies and Valentine’s Day treats.
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And of course, there were the decorated sugar cookies in the middle of the table that were part of the centerpiece.
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Well, that’s it for my Valentine tea party ideas. I hope you found some inspiration for hosting your own get-together.
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Have comments or questions about our Valentine tea party? Tell us in the section below.
This post was originally published on January 26, 2023 but was updated with new content on January 21, 2024.
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Now, let's discuss the concepts mentioned in the article about hosting a Valentine's Day tea party.
Themes
The article suggests choosing a theme for the tea party to make the process of selecting decorations easier. Some theme ideas mentioned include hearts and flowers, Alice in Wonderland, vintage, or using specific colors like pink, red, or teal.
Table Setting
The author used a black tablecloth to create contrast and make the pink and white colors pop. However, a white tablecloth can also work if you prefer a different look. Each place setting consisted of a pink glass charger, a light pink dinner plate, and a heart-shaped appetizer plate. These were topped with a linen napkin and a flower napkin holder. Gold cutlery was used to add a touch of elegance to the table setting.
Mix and Match Tea Cups
For a tea party, having pretty tea cups is essential. The author found mis-matched cups and saucers from thrift stores and HomeGoods. The cups had roses on them, which helped tie them together and fit the theme of the party.
Centerpiece
The centerpiece consisted of a black and white striped runner as the base. Five mis-matched pink and white cake stands were placed down the middle of the table, and a garland of faux pink flowers was wound in and around the cake stands. The cake stands were used as serving pieces for the tea pot and heart-shaped Valentine's cookies, making them both pretty and functional.
Other Decorations
On the buffet beside the table, the author used a row of small bouquets with white roses and baby's breath, alternating with white candles. Real flowers were used for the bouquets, while the table had fake flowers. Behind the small bouquets, there were larger ones with pink hydrangeas and baby's breath, along with candle lanterns and a chalkboard sign with a heart drawn on it. These decorations created a pretty backdrop for the table, matching the theme without being too matchy-matchy.
Tea
A tea party wouldn't be complete without tea. The author suggests offering two kinds of tea: traditional caffeinated tea like Earl Grey and flavored herbal teas. The tea can be served in pots or by providing hot water with a selection of tea bags for guests to choose from.
Other Drinks
In addition to tea, the author likes to serve wine or champagne at tea parties. For Valentine's Day, strawberry mimosas and pink champagne jello shots were suggested as drink options.
Food & Recipes
The author served a slightly different menu for the Valentine's Day tea party. Mini sandwiches were served on a tray that could be passed around. A naked red velvet cake with heart toppers fit the Valentine's Day theme. A fruit charcuterie board was provided as a less sugary option. For those who prefer something more substantial, a traditional charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, fruits, and vegetables could be served. Additionally, a selection of candies and Valentine's Day treats could be offered. Decorated sugar cookies were also part of the centerpiece.
I hope you found these ideas helpful for hosting your own Valentine's Day tea party! Let me know if you have any further questions or need more information.