Saturday, July 13, 2013

Mad Tea Party Today!



The time is here.
Let’s give a cheer!
It’s really quite mad,
when you stop to think,
that it’s been one year
since the party was here.
And all across blogland
for you to enjoy,
it’s July thirteenth,
and the Mad Parties appear.




I hope you like steampunk.
It's our theme for this year.
It may be quite crazy,
but that's why we're all here!




Most of the digital steampunk elements I've used in the pictures I created have come from two incredible digital steampunk kits created by Studio Rebecca and Studio Tangie at scrapbookgraphics.com. You may want to visit these links so you can get the kits to use in your own art:




(Please click on any picture to see a larger size.)






"Now on to the madness, I mean, party. Oh dear!"



"Hello! I am the Mad Hatter. I am your host.
Bill painted me special with all the right gear."

"It appears more quests are arriving."


(Gif found at http://www.brothers-brick.com/ )

"Hello! What's that?
You didn't bring a hat?
You don't need to worry.
We've plenty right here."






"My, you do look so dashing
 wearing feathers on your hat.
It may seem precocious
but gears are all that!






(Background photo by Eric Tenin of Paris Daily Photo.)  


"Oh. You aren't sure what steampunk is?
 Let me help you. I know!
 If you have just a minute,
watch the show just below."








"Now unto the party! The tea is all ready and the guests are all here."



"Please grab a cup, and then unto the rot!"

"Boys, we don't call it rot.
We may be quite mad,
but manners we got."




"If you prefer Victorian, then here's one for you."


"There's three types of tea. Have whatever you like."

Earl Grey


Lemon Ginger


Strawberry Rose Oolong Tea


"You're standing here.
But the food's over there.
If you step over yonder,
you can see who's all here."



(Don't worry about the spider. She made of small gears.)



"Why, it's the Queen of Tarts!
But where is her crown?
She always brings goodies.
Let's gobble them down!"



"No, don't worry.
I didn't forget my famous lemon tarts.
Just fill up your plate,
and let the fun start!"





(Background image from http://weddingphotography.com.ph/)







"That was exciting! Is it time for more refreshments?"



(Found on Tumblir page of belaquadros.)

"Steampunk cake. What a beauty!"



"Oh look. Here's another of Bill's mixed-media steampunk paintings. I guess owls like steampunk, too. In fact, it looks like it has been drinking some of our mad tea!"


"And standing right next to it is Lady June.
How are you, my dear? 
You're always so fancy
 each year after year!"


 

"I never miss a Mad Tea Party
especially when it's here.
I'm already planning the hat
 I'll be wearing next year."




"The clock sure is ticking.
Our party is about done.
But before you go hopping,
we need a little more fun!"




"That's just what we needed.
Now it's time you're away.
You have plenty of parties
you'll want to visit today!





(Hey! That's me!)

Now just click on this link and you'll be on your way:
http://afancifultwist.typepad.com/






(Additional steampunk elements used were from Holliewood's kit "Steampunk Animals" and EMS' kit "Steampunk. The animated gifs were found at The Steampunk Forum.)

31 comments:

The Gossamer Tearoom said...

Such a fun Mad Steampunk Party, Bill!!! I had some of each of the teas as well as some of each of the treats (you do spoil us so!). I'm happy to use one of the steampunk tea cups as long as I have one without a clock! I'd like to lose track of time here!

It seems that The Hatter is a topic of interest to many on this fine Day of The Mad Teas! Won't you please come and visit me at The Tearoom?

Wishing you a most fun Party Weekend!

Betty

Flora Cruft said...

What a fun steampunk party! Thanks so much for having me, and happy Mad Tea Party!

Please do come visit my 2 interwoven fairytale inspired stories-

1. The White Queen as she prepares her Mad Tea Party for her eleven dancing sisters in:
http://idlebakes.blogspot.co.uk/2013/07/a-mad-tea-party-for-twelve-dancing.html

2. The dancing princesses dancing their way all over the land to reach her Mad Tea Party:
http://kikiandthegypsy.blogspot.co.uk/2013/07/the-twelve-dancing-princesses-make.html

I'm looking forward to serving you a home made rose macaron or two at my tea party!

Anonymous said...

Oh my! Does it get any better than Steampunk AND Mad Tea Partying? I absolutely adore the steampunk mugs and that cake, oh that cake! Just beautiful. Thank you for having me to your lovely Mad Steampunk Party. I'll drop back by for more Steampunkiness. Merry Unbirthday!

Laura S Reading said...

I had the best time! Loved the Steampunk video but now I want a Buscycle!

I remember the hangover I had from the strange brew last year but all those delicious pastries made up for it and so I tasted your concoctions again. How will I feel tomorrow?

Tami Von Zalez said...

Well done *claps*

A visual delight!

Popped by from the Mad Tea Party, come give me a visit

http://thriftshopcommando.blogspot.com/2013/07/mad-tea-party-and-barbie-fashion-show.html

niffy said...

Such a peculiar party. I love it!

Please do stop by for a spot of tea if you like!
http://niffy.ca/mad-tea-party-2013/

Maria Medeiros said...

Wow! So unique! Wonderful!
http://cozycomfycouch.blogspot.ca/2013/07/mad-tea-party-today.html

Shauna Henry said...

I am in love with all the steampunk on this page. The cake is incredible and the Strawberry Rose Tea pot is just wow! Seriously incredible stuff.

Thank you for having me!

Please do stop by my party as well, but beware the Jaberwock is lurking about!

~Shauna

http://shaunahenryart.blogspot.com/2013/07/a-mad-tea-party.html

Anni - My Creative Life and Mixed Media Books said...

Bill what a wonderful tea party you have made, I enjoyed my visit so much.
Anni

M said...

As usual, yours is the bestest most fun tea party of them all! Thank you so much for including me and my lemon tarts!

Anonymous said...

Who can resist having tea from such a smashing and unique Steampunk pot -- the lemon ginger style is fantastic!

Thanks for letting me share in your day...lots of fun. When you get a free moment, stop by my tea party.

~ Misha

http://dawaioser.livejournal.com/832697.html

http://afancifultwist.typepad.com said...

Awesome!!

I think steampunk will always and forever be one of the most fabulous things ever!

Love your Alice steampunk spin!!

Thank you so much for being a part of the Mad Tea Party ♥

Ricki Treleaven said...

I love all things Steampunk, so I've enjoyed your party immensely!

Happy Mad Tea Party Day!
Please visit my party!
xo,
Ricki Jill
http://ricki-treleaven.blogspot.com

Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow said...

So great! Love the steampunk interpretation in your digital art. Thank you for sharing. Happy Mad Hatter Day!

http://butterflyandbungalow.blogspot.com/2013/07/were-late-mad-hatter-party.html

Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow said...

So great! Love the steampunk interpretation in your digital art. Thank you for sharing. Happy Mad Hatter Day!

http://butterflyandbungalow.blogspot.com/2013/07/were-late-mad-hatter-party.html

Cobblestone Prims said...

I love your Steampunk Mad Tea Party...love love love...thanks for sharing.
Have a nice day
Kerstin from Germany

http://cobblestone-prims.blogspot.de/2013/07/happy-un-birthday.html

Rachel said...

Yay a steampunk tea party. Such fun!

I love the steampunk tea pots. Gorgeous.

Junibears said...

Oh my dear Bill! I am just exhausted from all the excitement and full up with cakes. You have pulled out all the stops as you usually do to make this a fabulous affair. I'd love one of those tea pots by the way!
Love and Hugs my friend
xx

Carolyn said...

Bill, you have outdone yourself for this years tea party. Magnificent write up with so many clever uploads. It is fun to view this years tea party event. Keep up your creative work; it is unique and fun to view.

Mad Madam Mel said...

A fabulous party, thank you so much for inviting me :)
Oooh a cup of earl grey for me I think !!

I hope you will pop by and visit my party also:
http://www.madmadammel.com/2013/07/mad-tea-party-2013.html

Mad Madam Mel xx

OmaLindasOldeBaggsandStuftShirts said...

Great Steampunk Tea.....it's a hit for sure. Love the Tea pots, the altered photos.....love it all.
I'd like to invite you to come and see us Bad Alice, Dude and Oma Linda at http://lindaomasoldebaggsnstuftshirts.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-mad-tea-party-bad-alice-goes-to.html

Michelle said...

My, oh my! What a wonderfully mad tea party! Steampunk art is always so much fun. I love the altered tea pots. Happy UnBirthday! ~Michelle

Unknown said...

Loved the party and all that steampunk.
Thanks
Anthea http://yewtreeminiatures.blogspot.co.uk/

Lisa said...

such a fun and magical tea party!!
thanks for having me!!
Lisa
http://crochetcrowe.blogspot.com/2013/07/mad-tea-party-2013.html

Coach Z said...

OMG... there is another guy doing the tea party! Yeah! Glorious post! Very nice. I love your work.

Please come and have a visit...enter my giveaways and get freebies: www.theplayoflightandshadow.com

Jennifer Michelle said...

Oh my what an enchantingly handsome mad hatter. tHANK YOU!

http://broomsticksandlace.blogspot.ca/2013/07/a-fanciful-twist-mad-tea-party-2013.html

Tricia Castles said...

Steampunk! How fun! All the different teapots were a treat too.
~Tricia, Fairy Godmother at the Castle (and Sweet Rascal Photos): Please join my tea party too:
http://sweetrascalphotos.wordpress.com/2013/07/13/a-fairytale-teaparty/

Unknown said...

Ohhhh such a mad time I had Bill! You've created such a magical fun filled exciting tea party I want to tell you how much I enjoyed it and appreciate the art behind it. I enjoyed the lemon ginger tea beyond expression. Is there a secret ingredient in it? *smiles* Norma, x

Sylvia Smiser said...

Hi Bill,
What a wonderful Steampunk tea party! I enjoyed it very much. Thank you for inviting me! I do hope you will visit me at my mad tea party.
Happy Madness and Muchness week,
Sylvia
http://anaboocreationsbysylvia.blogspot.com/2013/07/welcome-to-our-fanciful-garden-tour-mad.html

Martin said...

You've been so creative again : )

Was it me who drank space tea or you ? ;-)

Eve said...

What a wonderful party!! I am so glad I dropped. Such a grand time. I love those hats (well, everything else too) and I cannot decide which tea to take...may I just have a bit of eacj?