b'Art: Virginia Leonardafternoon teaResene FloydGoing to Grandmas for afternoon tea, eating tiny iced cakes and cream-lled treats while sipping from delicate bone china cupsits a childhood memoryTea set, teaspoons: many of us still hold dear. And its a scene that can easily be recreated. WhetherMaxwell Williams 09 520 1224its a baby shower, an afternoon get-together with old friends, or a birthday, the beauty of this look is that nothing needs to match, so you can use any odd teacups and dishes you have in the cupboard, including old heirlooms. Such an assortment of different pieces can be brought together in a relaxedResene and eclectic mix. SpirulinaHere, a oral paisley tablecloth in tones of egg-shell blue and pale pink providesFlowers: Vida Flores09 523 5454asubtle,femininebasefortheenticingspreadofcupcakes,meringues,Tall white fruit bowl: strawberries and sponge cake. The tea set includes lemon, sky blue and mint- Pacico 09 379 4674coloured pieces, all edged in gold and arranged almost haphazardly on the table. In the background, two simple bunches of owerspink hydrangeas and white rosescomplement the tones of the artwork on the wall behind.Resene In lieu of a vase, the hydrangeas are placed casually in a high-sided whiteMiss Hussyfruit bowl. Like the tea set, the cake stands are a carefree mix of shapes andCake stands, tablecloth:colours, giving the appearance of everyone having brought a plate. Kate Fitzpatrick09 630 0583Glass bowl, sponge cake plate and knife: stylists ownResene Kidman66 |'