Thursday, February 16, 2012

Tiny Treats Tea Party

Note the size of the treats compared to my hand, which is holding the child-size dessert stand:)

I was recently in Texas visiting four of my munchkins(and their parents:)), and while I was there we had a tiny treats tea party! The kids helped with the prep and the set up, as did my daughter (their mom), and we all had a fun time!

The treats were fashioned from a book: American Girl tiny treats.  I first was introduced to the book via a pin on Pinterest, which led to this post, and the book! I was instantly charmed by all of the teeny treats.

I let the kids each pick something to make and we ended up with cinnamon rolls, s'mores, croissants, donuts and pizza. 

Here's Megan with the cinnamon rolls, ready to place on the baking sheet and pop in the oven.
You don't have to wait long for things to bake when they're so tiny:)
This tea party was for boys (well, one anyway) too. Jake picked pizza to make, and sure enjoyed himself.
He even made an appearance as Ironman:).
 
Karaline donned proper tea party attire before she made an appearance. She did a great job on the name tags at the place settings and setting the table too!
 Happy 7th Birthday today, sweet Karaline! We love you! XO!

Little Addy was napping during the tea party, but here she is peeking outside at her siblings jumping on the trampoline. Hi Cutie!
The micro mini croissants up close. 

The croissants are made using Pillsbury crescent rolls. Simply roll out and cut one large triangle into small (2-inch at wide end) triangles using a pizza wheel. Roll each small triangle up starting at the wide end.  When done rolling, curve down the two ends. VOILA, a micro-mini croissant! Bake for 8 minutes at 375 degrees.  

All the treats are very quick and easy to make.

At our next tea party we're going to make cakes!

Tiny tea parties produce BIG time fun!

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Weekend Wrap Up Party
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36 comments:

  1. BonnieFebruary 16, 2012 at 7:32 AM

    What a darling idea. I have never seen this before! You must be the most fun Grandma in the world.

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  2. AikoVenusFebruary 16, 2012 at 7:37 AM

    So cute! I love the idea of it - would be perfect for a "doll house" party as well. Infact...I even just made some mini donuts. ^^

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  3. Hazel at Chicken in a Cherry SauceFebruary 16, 2012 at 7:51 AM

    Your most adorable post yet! Absolutely love the idea of tea parties, let alone a mini one!

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  4. SprinkleBakesFebruary 16, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    "micro mini croissants"... *dies*. So sweet!

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  5. BertiesBakeryFebruary 16, 2012 at 8:45 AM

    You're header picture is absoultely awesome! Just found your blod and Love it!

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  6. the decorated cookieFebruary 16, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    I've never heard of this book, now I must get it. Adorable!! Just posted a link on CraftGossip :)

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  7. PaulaFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    What fun you and the children had and those tiny treats are adorable. This is the first I've heard of this book and I know my grandkids would love it. Thank you!

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  8. Julie HarwardFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:53 AM

    What a cute idea...I am going to do this next time I am with my littles. I love how Karaline spells her name! ;D

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  9. Liz @ Arty McGooFebruary 16, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    Ah! Your munchkins are so adorable! How fun for them and for you. We made the donuts a little while ago and I can only imagine how much my kids would love making all the other fun micro treats. Thank you for sharing your ideas and your sweet pictures.

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  10. Miss AppleFebruary 16, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    I loved the post! Everything is so cute! The post in the link was very cool too. I am a fan of miniatures so I bet I'd buy that book :P

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  11. LisaFebruary 16, 2012 at 5:33 PM

    This is beyond adorable! The mini cinnamon rolls and croissants are just precious! You are the ultimate grandma! Happy belated birthday to Karaline!

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  12. So DomesticatedFebruary 16, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    Awww.... love those tiny treats... and how much fun, to share them with your lovelies!

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  13. sugarswingsFebruary 16, 2012 at 6:25 PM

    Love!!! Especially the mini croissant! And it was with your munchkins!

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  14. Mara CampbellFebruary 16, 2012 at 7:46 PM

    These are fabulous!! It looks like a great tea party!!

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  15. LoraFebruary 17, 2012 at 4:24 AM

    So adorable. What beautiful children!

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  16. Jess in ARFebruary 17, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    So much fun! I thought they were different kinds of cereals at first- amazed that you actually baked mini cinnamon rolls!

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  17. Trish - Sweetology101February 17, 2012 at 5:58 AM

    It must come as NO shock that I nearly squealed like a little girl when I saw this post - mini TEA PARTY treats! Well this is the cutest idea and perfect for my love of tea parties and for sure will Sophia and I be inviting Polly Pocket on Sunday for a mini treat party - we are excited so thanks.

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  18. Stephanie (Ellie's Bites)February 17, 2012 at 8:05 AM

    I LOVE this! My daughter has just started playing "school" with her dolls, and it wont be long before we are having tea parties, too :)

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  19. Dorothy @ Crazy for CrustFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:15 PM

    These are awesome! I totally need to get that book. My daughter would be beside herself if we did this. :)

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  20. DoneneFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:49 PM

    This is adorable! I haven't visited for awhile and have missed all of your cute cookies and treats. Everything you do is always enjoyable an fun to see. Thanks!

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  21. Averie @ Love Veggies and YogaFebruary 17, 2012 at 9:38 PM

    thanks for saying hi on my blog!

    the cinn rolls, and ALL of it...is SO TINY!

    I don't suppose you're one of those people who laces up Barbie shoes or sews clothes for Barbies, are you? :) The fine motor skill on these treats is amazing!

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  22. MisbahFebruary 18, 2012 at 12:47 AM

    Super cute idea. I love all these mini treats, specially the mini crossaints.

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  23. Cristin (Pinkie)February 18, 2012 at 1:05 AM

    Oh your munchkins are just so adorable! It looks like you had a great time! Those tiny little sweets look so fun! Thanks for sharing!

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  24. Lisa @ Sweet 2 Eat BakingFebruary 19, 2012 at 6:18 AM

    Wow, these are just awesome. How cute are these miniature bites, I love them. They just have a massive cute factor for such small items, hehe.

    I hope you don't mind me stopping by, subbing and commenting every now and again? It's always nice to meet new friends with the same interests. I've just started out in the world of baking myself. I love finding new blogs like yours to stop by, chat, and be inspired by great talent (which you certainly have).

    Keep on baking,
    -Lisa.

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  25. ErinFebruary 19, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    How fun! We have that book too and my daughter LOVES it! Miniature food is just so much fun!

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  26. TidyMomFebruary 19, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    SOOO adorable!!

    These sound delicious!!

    Thanks for linking up! I featured your post in my wrap up http://tidymom.net/2012/birthday-parties/

    Have a great rest of the weekend!

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  27. ZoeFebruary 19, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Everything is so adorable, so innocent and fun in this post. All your mini delicacies...Your little munchies...Your little tea set... Seeing this make me feel like I want to be a child again :D

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  28. JacquelineFebruary 20, 2012 at 2:55 PM

    Happy 7th birthday to Karaline and what a fun party! I bet they just loved the cute cute mini tea foods! Your little child size stacked server is adorable. What beautiful eyes they all have! How fun grandma!

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  29. The Captain's DaughterFebruary 21, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    Your Munchins are PRECIOUS! And those tiny treats... too cute! The mini croissants are to die for! You are a perfect grandma!

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  30. Heather OzeeFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:29 AM

    Those are soooo cute! You're so clever. Hugs!

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  31. Lorraine @ Not Quite NigellaFebruary 22, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    They are absolutely divine Sue! Love the idea of these tiny miniatures :D

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  32. LDHFebruary 26, 2012 at 4:44 PM

    Hello Sue!

    What a delightful place you have here! I have perused many of your posts and just loved each one. You are a very talented lady AND you have the cutest grandchildren (I checked out your other blog as well)

    So nice visiting with you!
    Kindly, Lorraine

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  33. scratch-made wifeMarch 10, 2012 at 4:38 AM

    Wow, those are tiny treats! They're super cute. You are so creative! :)

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  34. l.vanderkirkApril 17, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    These are adorable! I will keep them in mind when my grandgirls visit! I don't even need to have an excuse to have a tea party with them. :)

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  35. tea coziesJune 4, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    Your most adorable post yet! Absolutely love the idea of tea parties, let alone a mini one!

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  36. Project DennelerDecember 14, 2013 at 4:26 PM

    Tiny = Awesome! Loved this so much.

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