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Raise Your Cups!

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The fall has always kick-started my creativeness when it comes to fabric arts.

There is just something about cooler weather and the approaching holidays that inspires me to make quilts and other home decor items as well as unique gifts for family and friends.

Just like you, I look forward to the Fall issue of Texas Tea&Travel because it features so many inspirational and creative quilt stories and samples. This year we take a peek into a Texas’ history of quilting with a collection of beautiful antique quilts.

We continue our look at quilting history with a feature on the new love for old sewing machines. I certainly fall into this category with my continued love for treadle sewing machines, and have my fingers crossed to one day find a place in my home for a second one of these beautiful machines.

Tea Time Quilting in Houston sits down with me to talk about “the next step” in quilting your finished top and offers some advice on finding a longarm quilter to help make your quilt shine.

As I look forward to Houston again hosting the International Quilt Festival, I am excited

to explore the area’s quilt shops voted readers choice for 2015 Best Quilt Shops in Houston.

I hope you take the time to explore more of the Lone Star State, whether it’s the quilting community, the quaint tearooms, its historical communities or whatever interests you and encourage you to stay #CreativelyInspired.

Michelle

Michelle Lindsey Assoc. Editor, Gulf Coast

MODERN TEA TRAVELERS REJOICE!

There's never been a more exciting time for modern tea travelers, and by modern tea travelers, I mean YOU! Love to find a quaint tea room during your weekend getaway? Smitten with antique clocks and vintage lace? Excited to find an artisan festival in town? Yep- you are the modern tea traveler, and we're so excited to be a part of your passion.

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Etiquette Defining Personal Space PAGE 37

Yellow Rose of Texas on Quilts PAGE 52

TEA 13 | High Tea at Christina's Tea Room 33 | Thankful Hearts Tea in Highlands 46 | Two cups of Flavonoids a Day! QUILTING 11 | Texas Made Antique Quilts 23 | Antique Sewing Machines Revived!

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Lee Q. Garcia is the publisher of Texas Tea&Travel. She sits on the board of Clay Art Museum (CAMEO) and shares Texas' growing love affair with historical events. She enjoys cooking, visiting Bed & Breakfasts and finding vintage silverware. Lee has lectured at Lone Star College and Precinct 3 Senior programs.

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Priorities are given to Texas writers focusing on historical homes and holiday tours in the region.

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Crow Collection Shares Way of Tea At Dallas’ Crow Collection of Asian Art, summer campers immersed themselves in Asian culture through movement, art-making, and cuisine, and one of the highlights was a Japanese Tea Ceremony. The week-long “ARTcation” summer camp took place on June 15-19, and was attended by 9-12 year-olds.

While learning about Japan, campers were introduced to the art of the Japanese Tea Ceremony, or Way of Tea. In Japan, making and serving tea is a choreographed activity, each movement done with purpose and grace. This tradition is based not just on sharing a cup of tea with a friend, but on experiencing a special moment in a very relaxing and calm atmosphere.

This thoughtful activity taught the campers how to slow down and be present – a wonderful gift accessible to all who appreciate a good cup of tea! You can experience a Japanese tea tasting and relax with your family and friends at the Crow Collection of Asian Art’s Moon Viewing Festival Otsukimi, on October 27, 2015, at Klyde Warren Park in the Dallas Arts District from 7 pm-10 pm.

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o other town in Texas lays claim to a budding heritage quite like Tyler’s. Tucked serenely in the Piney Woods, Tyler is home to some of the state’s most bountiful rose gardens, including the largest municipal rose garden in the country. With 32,000 blooming bushes in 600 varieties just in this one garden, it’s not hard to see why Tyler is known as the “Rose Capital of America.” However, Tyler wasn’t always known for its roses.

In the 1900s fruit orchards became increasingly important to the area.

There were more than one million fruit trees, mainly peach, in the county.

When a peach blight wiped out much of the fruit industry, many farmers turned to growing roses, which proved ideally suited to the climate and soil of the Tyler area. By the 1920s the rose industry had developed into a major

business, and by the 1940s more than half of the U.S. supply of rose bushes was grown within ten miles of Tyler. In 1933, the flourishing rose business gave rise to the Tyler Rose Festival. It was first organized by Tyler Garden Club members, local rose growers, and the Chamber of Commerce to showcase the importance of the rose industry to Tyler. The first festival was such a success, the decision was made to make it an annual event, and in 1936 during the Texas Centennial, it was renamed the Texas Rose Festival.

Today, the Texas Rose Festival takes place every October and attracts thousands of visitors to enjoy the parade, rose show, and to meet the Rose Queen and her court, who wear lavish gowns and costumes custom designed each year to fit the theme of the festival. The event has blossomed into a month-long affair called Rose Season where Tyler celebrates the budding beds of roses with horticulture workshops, garden tours, community events, and other festivities.

The rose industry is still booming in Tyler. In 2014, two of Tyler’s oldest rose businesses, Certified Roses Inc. and Sexton Nurseries, joined forces to become one of the nation’s largest rose producers. A master plan for renovations to the Tyler Rose Garden was approved, which include creating social areas, complying with the American with Disabilities Act, adding restroom facilities within the garden, adding areas for children, adding a cafe, and converting the queen’s court into an amphitheater for concerts.

Now more than ever Tyler invites you to take time to stop and smell the roses.

For more information about visiting Tyler contact the Tyler Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-235-5712 or visit us online at www.VisitTyler.com Portions of this information are from the files at the Tyler Public Library, the City of Tyler, and other sources.

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September 3-6; October 1-4; October 29November 1 Canton’s First Monday Trade Days Explore a world of antiques, home decor, clothing and gifts at Canton’s First Monday Trade Days. While in town, visit the charming Square. At the First Monday Grounds, there are more than 7,000 vendor spaces, providing an amazing treasure hunt. 1-877-462-7467 firstmonday@ cantontex.com.

Second Saturdays An Evening of Art, Music and Wine, McKinney Explore downtown art galleries, great local and regional music and enjoy dinner at one of McKinney’s outstanding eateries. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

September 13 -14 STI Foundations of Tea: Levels 1 &2 Art Institute of Dallas Guest Lecturer: Kyle Stewart This class will enable students to examine and taste 5-6 pairs of teas as they are guided through the basics of a comparison cupping of the five tea types. Manuals included. Start your journey to becoming a Certified Tea Specialist. 888.VIP.TEAS (847-8327) $675-875 September 21 – November 25 Harvest Tea at The Dallas Arboretum Seatings at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Held in Restaurant DeGoyler, tea service begins with a demitasse of select soup, followed by a second course of assorted tea sandwiches and a third course of sweet treats. Price includes general garden admission. Reservations required. Cost is $47 per person and $57 per person for champagne tea. Private tea service and teas for over eight people available upon request; 214-515-6511 or teas@ dallasarboretum.org; dallasarboretum. org/visit/dining/seated-teas.

North Texas & Louisiana October 17 Rose Festival Parade and Queen’s Tea Tyler Tyler’s favorite event, the Rose Festival Parade, starts at 9 a.m. Front and Glenwood into Rose Stadium. The Queen’s Tea at 1 p.m. is free and open to the public and is your chance to meet the queen! Tyler Rose Garden, 420 Rose Park Dr., 903-597-3130, x 11.

Other events include an arts and crafts fair, floral shows, garden tours, and many more activities. The annual rose show is free and open to the public.

Learn more about all the fabulous Rose Season events throughout October at VisitTyler.com.

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October 7-17 Grand Reveil - Women Crafting Our Culture, St. Landry Parish October 3-12 is the Great Acadian Awakening, a weeklong celebration of Acadian Heritage. The St. Landry Parish Visitor Center will participate in the statewide festivities with a cultural art exhibit featuring women who've crafted our culture with art and age old techniques. Quilts including the Louisiana Bicentennial Quilt will be included in the display. St. Landry Parish Visitor Center (I-49, Exit 23); 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Saturday.

October 9-11 Semi-Annual Antique Fair & Yard Sale, Washington, Louisiana Come and enjoy one of the South’s largest antique fairs. Join thousands of

shoppers over the weekend to browse six acres filled with more than 200 vendors from across the country. There will be food, fun and great bargains. Spend the day and have lunch in the Old Schoolhouse Cafe, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall.

October 9-11 61st Annual Fall Pilgrimage Tour of Homes, Natchitoches, Louisiana Natchitoches has rich variety in its lovely historic homes. Here is your opportunity to step right in and explore them. Stroll along beautiful Cane River Lake and take in the sights downtown; Enjoy fabulous Louisiana cuisine and hospitality while you are here. You can even stay in one of the area’s many historic accommodations. Call 800-2591714; www.Natchitoches.com.

October 10 Festival de la Grande Eglise, Opelousas, Louisiana Experience Louisiana culture and cuisine while helping to preserve the lovely cemetery of St. Landry Catholic Church. Festival begins at 9 a.m., and activities include entertainment, twomile run/walk, jambalaya cook-off, and silent auction. Mass at 4 p.m. in the Grande Eglise; annual Cemetery Tours at 5:15, 6, 7 and 8 p.m.; 1020 North Main Street in Opelousas; www. stlandrycatholicchurch.org.

Louisiana’s Holiday Trail of Lights Various Dates November - December The cities of Shreveport-Bossier, Monroe-West Monroe, Alexandria/ Pineville, Minden and Natchitoches invite you to “join the chorus” with holiday lights, festivities and cultural events to make the season unforgettable.

It’s why we say Fa La La Louisiana!

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Foundations of Tea: Level One & Two Tea Classes Two classes form the foundation of your tea education.

Level One

This class provides attendees with a strong understanding of the five basic tea types and the two traditional styles of orthodox tea production used to create them.

Come taste samples of each of 5 tea types.

Discuss tea steeping methods.

Examine basic characteristics of different teas.

Level Two

Building on the essentials of Level One, Examine: Crush, tear and curl tea production and manufacture blended, flavored and scented teas.

The sensory evaluation of teas An introduction to the principles of grading and naming teas by country of origin.

Taste 5-6 pairs of tea through a comparison cupping.

The courses will be held

Sunday, September 13th - Monday, September 14th, 2015 from 8:00am to 4:30 pm

Experience down home hospitality that can only be found in Waxahachie. You’ll find the legendary Ellis County Courthouse, plus numerous unique dining and shopping opportunities. Upcoming events include: SCREAMS Halloween Park, Texas Country Reporter Festival and Waxahachie Veteran’s Weekend.

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By Stephanie Miller As Texas’ impressive number of quilt guilds, quilt events, and even a Texas Quilt Museum attest, the state has a vibrant quilting tradition. Dating back to our early settlers, that rich tradition includes all the classic quilt styles, as well as uniquely Texas interpretations.

North Texas quilt historian and collector Carolyn Miller has acquired an impressive range of antique quilts since she began collecting in the 1990s. She frequently lectures on quilts, using the quilts in her collection to vibrantly illustrate historical trends.

In a presentation on Texas quilts in McKinney last fall, Carolyn showed quilts that ranged from 9-patch to Whig’s Defeat, to Crown of Thorns, 8-point star and floral applique as well as patchwork.

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One significant difference in early Texas quilts is their thickness and weight, which are due to the fact that Texas quilters used readily available cotton as an alternative to batting. “Aunt Molly’s Quilt” was an especially charming example of Texas quilting. This quilt, in the “Prickly Pear” pattern, was made in Wylie, Texas, by Molly Stone, the wife of an affluent farmer, in the 1880s. The story goes that Molly owned the first sewing machine in Collin County, and the quilt shows that she put the machine to good use. Carolyn believes the quilt was Molly’s wedding quilt because it includes appliqued hearts in a pattern that normally does not feature hearts.

“A lot of times, women made quilts before they got married or right after marrying,” Carolyn explained. “Once they started having children, they didn’t make (elaborate quilts) again until they were older” because they didn’t have time.

Carolyn also has the letters documenting the passage of the quilt from one family member to another in later generations.

The Texas Centennial quilt in Carolyn’s collection is a colorful, eye-catching quilt whose bright colors seem symbolic of Texan optimism and spirit.

Resplendent in reds, blues, and yellows, it was made in 1936 to celebrate the Texas Centennial.

An 1880s West Texas quilt Carolyn showed was a more practical quilt, featuring various blocks made with available fabric scraps. While this quilt was not a fancy quilt, or a quilt made for display, it nevertheless included a delightful block that appears to be the applique of a doll’s outfit, giving the quilt a wonderfully whimsical flair. As every Texan knows, practical does not need to be boring.

A “Davy Crockett” quilt from the 1930s had modern appeal with its fresh greens, pinks and browns.

Its blocks were like an illustrated children’s book, depicting Davey Crockett, hunting scenes, battle scenes and the Alamo. The corner of each block was accented with a brown 5-point star on a green background. Carolyn said it was probably used on a child’s bed.

No matter what the style or level of skill represented, Texas quilts are a valuable window to the state’s past.

Like all quilts, they shine a light on women’s history.

“A lot of times, these quilts are the only thing left of these women’s lives,” Carolyn said.

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High Tea at Danita Davis and her Aunt Ruby Bumgarner have been having tea parties for over 30 years. This afternoon’s High Tea was at Christina’s on the historic square of Granbury, Texas.

The table is set with beautiful violet-patterned plates, tea cups and tea pots. Edwina, Arlene, Janie, Ruby, La Donna, Robin, Trudy, Danita and Annie Lou were ready to begin English style afternoon High Tea. Each lady selected her choice of tea. Along with a cup of tomato basil soup, she enjoyed the first course of salmon mousse in puff pastry, chicken salad on 9 grain bread, turkey and brie cheese with pesto on croissant roll, and cucumber slices topped with an edible flower.

After a second course of black currant scone and blueberry lemon tea bread, pastry chef Dagmar oversaw the presentation of the dessert course. Everyone had her favorite from among the lemon bar, peanut butter over chocolate bar, mixed berry tartlet, or chocolate dipped strawberry. Delicious!

Experience a Seated Tea at the Dallas Arboretum Seatings at 11am & 2pm • Monday-Friday September 19 - November 25 Time spent with a close friend or loved one is priceless. Enjoy a day at the Arboretum strolling 66 acres of beautifully displayed gardens starting or ending with a seated tea.

This elegant service begins with a demitasse of select soup, followed by a second course of assorted tea sandwiches and a third course of sweet treats. Also served are scones with clotted cream, jam, and a seasonal tea selection.

Reservations required.

Price includes general garden admission and parking.

Available to guests 13 and older.

Call 214-515-6511 to reserve your seating.

DallasArboretum.org 8525 Garland Road • Dallas, Texas 75218 • 214-515-6500 The Dallas Arboretum is a non-profit organization that is supported, in part, by funds from Dallas Park & Recreation.

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September Labor Day Weekend Big Bend Balloon Bash ALPINE Located in the foothills of the Davis Mountains and on the southernmost part of the Rocky Mountain fault line, where the air is clean and clear. The people are warm and friendly, and the scenery only looks better with beautiful balloons for dramatic effect.

Having tea above 1,000 feet in a hot air balloon was a once in a lifetime opportunity.

Hot air ballooning is one of the oldest forms of human flight. What started out as a line drawn through an old bucket list, soon became another opportunity to reflect and appreciate the exquisiteness of nature.

Even though I am fearful of heights, the balloon ride was particularly relaxing.

The pilot shared these encouraging words before entering the basket: “there is no sensation of height as there is no connection to the ground.”

The flight lasted a little over an hour and soared over the beautiful Sonoma vineyards and orchards.

By Heather Clary After, I safely landed, a beautiful assortment of edibles and tea awaited at a nearby winery. This is where I was presented with a personalized certificate celebrating my courage for flying in a hot air balloon.

This is what you call “High Tea!”

September Plano Balloon Festival PLANO This is the 2nd largest balloon festival in Texas. Held annually in North Dallas, the festival features live music, a great midway and LOTS of balloons.

September Big Country Balloon Festival ABILENE A charming festival in West Texas with the best of the best in balloon festival emcees (Glen Moyer).

October Ballunar Liftoff Festival HOUSTON This festival, held annually at NASA in Clear Lake, is Texas' largest balloon festival.

The sight of 90+ balloons floating over Clear Lake is a photographer's dream.

October Pirates of the Canyon AMARILLO This delightful festival features a Friday and Sunday morning flight at Palo Duro Canyon, the 2nd largest canyon in the US. The colors and imagery of this flying are amazing.

Opelousas, Louisiana, is hosting a new exhibit to teach locals and visitors about one of the region’s musical treasures. The “Zydeco Music” exhibit explores the development and culture of this unique, Louisiana-born style of music and dance.

The presentation explains the legends and historyof zydeco, and information on how these Creole sounds developed from the colonial period to the present in South Louisiana.

The exhibit will be displayed in the Jarrell House of the Vieux Village Welcome Center, in Opelousas at 828 E Landry St. The Center is open M –F, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sat, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call 337-948-6263. Zydeco emerged from the Opelousas area, the home of King of Zydeco Clifton Chenier; in 2000 Opelousas was proclaimed Zydeco Capital of the World.

This project is part of an effort to preserve and promote zydeco music and culture. The roots of zydeco reach back to 1719 when the Opelousas Territory was established. In that year, the first slaves were brought from West Africa, and with them came the music that evolved into blues, jazz and zydeco.

In 1947, when Richard’s and Slim’s Yi-Ki Ki zydeco clubs opened, providing venues for zydeco musicians. In 1982 Queen Ida won the first Grammy Award and others followed, including Rockin Sidney’s 1986 Grammy for “My Toot Toot.” The traveling portion of the exhibit, which will be available for loan to other organizations across the state, will be set up for viewing at the annual Zydeco Breakfast in Opelousas scheduled for September 5, 2015, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. under the oak trees surrounding the historic St. Landry Parish Courthouse. This year, festival-goers and music lovers will experience the sounds of Wayne & Same Ol 2-Step. Learn more at cityofopelousas.com. The exhibit was funded through a grant made possible by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior through Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, Office of Cultural Development a Division of Historic Preservation.

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New Interpretive Exhibit designed to teach Zydeco

Dallas - North Texas Cajun Country - LA

Reader Reconnects with her North Louisiana Roots, and Explores a Shreveport Tearoom “I am a rookie when it comes to formal teas, but I am an avid iced tea enthusiast from Dallas. I recently viewed my first edition of Texas Tea & Travel and decided to make a stop at one of your recommended tearooms on a road trip to Atlanta.

We decided that we were not going to get fast food along the way, but instead savor “real” meals at unusual places. We stopped at Glenwood Village Tearoom in Shreveport.

“It had a cute gift shop in its lobby and a quaint, relaxing atmosphere. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. I decided to try the salad sampler plate so I could experience as many of their selections as possible at one time. I was not disappointed; they were all good. Their fresh-out-of-theoven, heart-shaped cheddar biscuits were to die for! As you might expect, Glenwood likes to experiment with different

mixes of teas and offer those hot or cold.

I overheard a young lady (about 12-years old) next to us discussing the nuances of the various teas, and which were her favorites, with her family.

"She knew more about tea than I ever have, and I suspect she is a patron of your magazine or will be very soon. Kudos to the next generation of tea enthusiasts! Our visit to Glenwood Tearoom definitely made our long journey much more bearable!”

-Sheree, Dallas Editor’s note: We love hearing about our readers’ tea travels, and we know our tearooms love seeing you all! Build a little extra time into your next road trip, and stop and smell the roses at a few tearooms along the way. You are sure to find a few new favorites!

A “Little Cake” is the Talk of the Town in Sunset, Louisiana Le Petit Gateau, a fresh and stylish bakery and tearoom that introduced afternoon tea to the Central Louisiana town of Sunset in St. Landry Parish, has become the talk of the town since opening its doors late last year.

Translating to “the little cake,” this Bakery and Tea Salon offers cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pastries, tea and more in fine style.

Tea offerings include a three-course afternoon high tea, and the Royal Tea, which is five courses (a three-tier selection along with soup and salad), and for little ones, Tiny Tea. Continued on page 18

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What began as a following among “hard-core tea experts” really caught on with the residents, and now owner Mary Bergeron has many first-timers who wish to “try their hand at tea and see what all the fuss is about.”

“Mr. Charles James, Mayor of Sunset, credits the bakery with bringing a new vitality to the town,” notes Mary. “People express to me how happy they are that I created such a stylish place for them to sit and enjoy tea and treats. More and more new people come in to experience the teas we provide.”

“A lady walked in earlier and wanted to ensure that we knew everyone is talking about us and she will return with her girlfriends to come enjoy tea,” Mary said. That is the kind of energy every tea room loves. To quickly become part of the community and then contribute to the spirit of community is what makes special tearooms last. Lunches include Lobster Cheesecake, Smoked Salmon BLT, Roasted Duck Panini,

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Spicy Crab Egg Salad Sandwich, Gourmet and Regular Grilled Cheese, among many other items. French- style pastry such as Fig Palmier, Napoleons, Eclairs, Cream Puffs and of course Petit Fours, are among the highlights.

Petit Gateau also offers made-from-scratch custom cakes, and daily scones, with flavors changing following the seasons – summer selections included orange with raisin, peanut butter, honey cinnamon roll and strawberry white chocolate.

Mary reports that her Mother’s Day Tea last spring was well attended

by Texas Tea & Travel readers. She hopes to see you all again at the following special events: October 31 November 22 December 20 2016 February 14 March 25 May 8

Halloween Tea/Spooky-Time Tea Teddy Bear Tea Gingerbread Tea & Santa Clause Lover’s Luncheon Tea Easter Tea & Easter Bunny Mother’s Day Luncheon Tea

If you could capture the essence of Louisiana’s celebrated joie de vivre, it would certainly take the form of a festival.

The upcoming Festival de la Grande Eglise (Festival of the Big Church) in Opelousas has all the elements that make festivals in the Bayou State so memorable: fabulous food including a jambalaya cook off, footstomping music (bring your dancing shoes), a silent auction, sweets shop, raffles, bingo, church tours and the annual cemetery tour, as well as a 2-mile fun run, all set against the backdrop of a picturesque and historic church.

You can tour the grand St. Landry Catholic Church and its grounds, and celebrate its long history in the Opelousas Community at this celebration on October 10. The church, built in the Romanesque Revival style, dates to 1908.

St. Landry Church is the church from which most Catholic Churches in the Acadiana region of Louisiana were established,

according to the website. Church tours and cultural events of the festival “will give participants the experience of how Acadians are grounded in their spiritual life.” “The festival is intended also to be a fundraiser to help defray the costs of maintaining historic St. Landry Cemetery, which was built at a time when cemetery endowments did not exist, but rather families cared for cemeteries and the tombs of their loved ones,” the Festival committee notes, adding that the cemetery has more than 4,000 tomb sites.

The festival invites “all who have roots in our church community to “come home” and visit our beautiful and historic church and grounds.” Of course, you don’t have to be from here to enjoy the festivities – in Louisiana, guests are always welcome with open arms. Event begins at 9 a.m. Mass will be held at 4 pm in the Grande Eglise, and the day will be capped off with the annual Cemetery Tours.

Don’t miss this chance to experience Louisiana culture and cuisine while helping to maintain and preserve the lovely cemetery grounds.

FESTIVAL DE LA GRANDE EGLISE October 10, 2015 9am-4pm

The festival will provide family entertainment: • Family entertainment • 2 Mile color fun run/walk • Jambalaya cook off • Youth activity area • Silent auction

• Sweet shop • Grande église tours • Prize-winning bingo and raffles • Delicious concessions • Foot stomping music

Cemetery Tours & Historical Reenactments: • October 10th & 17th - 6pm, 7pm & 8pm • October 11th & 18th - 2pm & 3pm

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As leaves begin to turn and a crisp feeling is felt in the air, Natchitoches, Louisiana, glows in warm harvest colors and celebrates with festivals and events. From the annual Meat Pie Festival in mid-September, and the Return to the 50's Car Show to the Annual Fall Pilgrimage Tour of Homes, and the Fall Farmer's Market, there is always something to discover in this quaint 300-year-old town!

Behind every bend of Cane River Lake one can explore the Cane River National Heritage Trail and visit the historic plantations of Oakland, Melrose, and Magnolia. These Creole plantations continue to tell stories of when cotton was king.

The Association for the Preservation of Historic Natchitoches (APHN) presents the Fall Pilgrimage and Home Tours, October 9-11th. This offers a great opportunity to see the plantations and many other iconic Natchitoches homes, in depth. The Cane River area’s Melrose Plantation, Cherokee Plantation, and Oakland Plantation are part of the tour, and can be viewed from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The Town Tour on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. – 4p.m., includes the Samuel Guy House, a Greek Revival Home dating to 1850; the Steel Magnolia House, circa 1841 and the most photographed house in Natchitoches; the

Ragan Townhouse, and the Levy-Sutton-Wiggs House, dating to 1927. Friday’s Candlelight Tour, from 7 – 9:30 p.m., includes the Metoyer-Brown House, a Greek Revival with French influences that dates to 1850; the Chamard-Dunahoe House, a French Colonial dating to 1788; the Chaplin House, a Victorian home that features several of Clementine Hunter’s paintings; and the Prudhomme-Rouquier, a magnificent home built in 1782 in French vernacular and later remodeled to the Federal and Greek Revival style. Learn more about the tour at melroseplantation.org.

Tour the newest gem of Natchitoches, the Louisiana State Museum, filled with memorabilia celebrating Louisiana Sports Legends along with Northwest Louisiana History exhibits and Clementine Hunter murals and artifacts.

Don’t miss Fort St. Jean Baptiste! Travel back in time to 1714 and learn how Natchitoches was founded and how extremely vital the Fort was for Natchitoches and the years to come.

After an adventurous day, relax in one of the many restaurants Natchitoches has to offer; whether it's Gulf seafood you are longing for, Italian or Southern cuisine, Natchitoches caters to every taste bud! Enjoy an overnight stay in one of more than 25 Bed & Breakfasts, and make Natchitoches your weekend getaway.

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By Michelle Lindsey Old is new and vintage is trending, and when it comes to sewing machines this trend is growing rapidly. Collectors search antique stores, quilt shops and estate sales looking for these hidden treasures. No one understands the hunt better than Kimberly Hervey, owner of Kimberly’s Junk in the Trunk in Katy, Texas.

“We buy, sell, trade and restore antique machines. Restoring old machines and giving them a new life is our specialty,” Kimberly says. “We carry a large selection of antique machines and parts in our shop.”

Kimberl, a former college professor, teaches sewing machine maintenance classes and lectures at many quilt events.

With the growth of interest in vintage sewing machines, Kimberly advises following some key tips to ensure you are making informed decisions.

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“When collecting antique machines, collectors look for rarity first and condition second,” she says.

“However, a rare machine in terrible condition could still be worth buying. The same is not true for a common machine. Even if a common machine is in excellent condition, it may not be worth very much.

"A common mistake sewing machine buyers make is to assume that just because the machine is old, it has value,” Kimberly warns.

“It's also important to check if the machine turns (needle goes up and down), the wiring is good (rewiring a machine could get expensive), and the bobbin case or shuttle is intact (if a rare machine is missing that, it will not sew and be impossible to find).”

When it comes to vintage machines, Kimberly’s Junk in the Trunk is a subject matter expert.

“Most of the machines we carry in our shop range from 1860's (the Civil War Era) to 1960's,” Kimberly says. “We also carry many machines from Europe such as Jones, Vesta (England), Pfaff, Meister, Frister and Rossmann, Titan, Vesta (German), Elna (Switzerland)."

The most common machines brought to Kimberly’s Junk in the Trunk for repair are Singer machines (models 15, 128, 221), but they also see many Kenmore machines, White/Davis machines and Jones.

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“Singer machines are the easiest to fix and restore because parts are more readily available,” Kimberly adds. “The older the machine and the more rare, it makes it difficult to find parts and repair it (but we search high and low and still get them fixed). " Vintage quilting machines are also a hot item for collectors looking for vintage machines.

“The favorite quilting machine is the Singer 221 featherweight,” Kimberly explains. “The 221weighs only 11 1/2 pounds and is easy to take to your quilting events. They sew a beautiful straight stitch and are perfect for piecing your quilt tops. The 221 was made from 1933-1960's.”

Searching for vintage sewing and quilting machines is just the first step to starting and caring for a machine or a collection. Learning the proper care and maintenance is a integral part.

“To keep your machine in top-notch condition, have it professionally serviced every few years (depending on how much you use it),” Kimberly advises. “Keep your machine oiled, according to the owner's manual instructions, and change your needle often.”

To learn more about vintage sewing machines contact Kimberly’s Junk in the Trunk at (281) 253-9785 or visit them online at www. junkandtrunks.com.

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Buttons and Bows (West Houston) Serving west Houston's Memorial area for 30 years, they carry heirloom sewing supplies as well as great children's fabrics.

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BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE GRS Creations (Old Town Spring) Known as the "Hidden Fabric Shop" in Old Town Spring, GRS Creations & Fabrics has completed a shop expansion. They have eleven rooms stocked with more than 18,000 bolts of fabric and a separate building full of clearance fabrics!

I got my fabric yesterday; thank you so much! It’s perfect. I appreciate the assistance.

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Quilter's Emporium (Stafford) Previously featured in Quilt Sampler Magazine as one of the top 10 quilt shops in America, QE is a quilter's haven for glorious fabrics, inspiration, quilting cruises and fun classes. The 5000 sf shop is open 7 days a week.

The Quilter’s Emporium Mystery Quilt Club is the high point of my month. I always look forward to it!

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BEST TEXAS FABRICS Teatime Quilting (Heights) Housed in a historic 1920’s home, rooms are full of 100% quilting cottons and other treasures that Texas quilters and crafters love.

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I like to buy flowers when I leave from their sister shop across the way!

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Sew Contempo (Webster) Serving the Houston-Clear Lake area for over 30 years, SEW CONTEMPO is now part of AllBrands.com. Free classes with your new machine.

The service guy is my hero! My machine stopped working when I had 20 projects to do and he got me back up and running the same day.

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Rockport, the pride of the Texas Coastal Bend, is home to a talented, dedicated group of quilters who will celebrate 25 years of quilting in 2016.

In 1991, a small group of ladies interested in quilting decided to meet, bring along their sewing and share their knowledge of all things quilting. The Guild has grown from that first group of 10 ladies to nearly 100 members.

When the Winter Texans arrive in the fall they fill the meeting room with joyful conversation and the clicky-clack of humming sewing machines. Community service has always been a centerpiece of Guild activities.

The first project was a Mariners Compass quilt donated to the Texas Maritime Museum as a fundraiser. It’s the simple gift of handmade quilts bringing smiles to the recipients that make our efforts worthwhile. Projects include quilts for children in distress, quilts for veterans, quilts and pillows for nursing home patients, a yearly project for the Baptist Children’s home, quilts for families who have lost their home to fire, and quilts for a new Habitat for Humanity home.

Community service projects include monetary donations given to local service organizations. This year’s Texas themed quilt was designed and constructed by several Guild Members under the guiding hands of Jan Svatek and Brenda Burkett. The quilt features the Heirloom Premium 80/20 Cotton Blend with Texas-grown cotton from Hobbs Bonded Fibers. Like our guild, Hobbs is celebrating an age milestone – 45 years this year.

All of the proceeds from the sale of tickets for the Raffle Quilt are given away.

In recent years monetary donations have been given to Camp Aranzazu, Good Samaritans, the First Baptist Church, Young Life, and breast cancer research, The Council on Aging & the Humane Society.

Quilting links our varied abilities, from beginners, to get-the-job-done folks, and perfectionists. Our members’ broad interests include history, gardening, art, the emerging art form mixed media, travel and our coastal environment.

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The great thing about making a quilt of this type is that it doesn't have to be complicated, is much smaller and more manageable than a bed quilt and is more affordable because it doesn't require as much fabric.

At Buttons 'n' Bows in west Houston, classes are taught on both the Chenille quilt and the Rag quilt techniques and Lisa loves to assist people in creating that wonderful baby, child or teen quilt. Visit www.buttonsnbows.net for fall class schedule.

People come to us all the time because they would like help in designing a quilt for a new baby or to make a special gift for a child/teenager. Most have an idea of the colors they want to use in the quilt based on the color of a nursery, bedroom or the child's favorite color. Others want a theme for their quilt like trucks or trains or butterflies.

Two of our favorite suggestions for baby quilts are the chenille quilt and the rag quilt. Both of these techniques are simple and fun for the quilter to make and the quilts' softness provides the tactile stimulation that babies need and love.

The chenille is made by stacking three of the same fabrics, quilting through all the layers in a linear pattern and then cutting the top two layers between the quilted lines. Any fabric with a large print will work with these quilts, but we like to suggest using preprinted panels with a big design as shown in the picture with the teddy bear. When washed, the fabric will soften and fray on the edges creating a chenille look.

The Rag quilt is made by sewing the quilt blocks with the seam allowance on the outside of the quilt rather than the inside of the quilt. The seam allowance can then be clipped at intervals to form a ragged, staircase look. Rag quilts can be made out of woven cotton fabric, but making it out of flannel makes it extra soft.

Another easy technique is to purchase a preprinted fabric panel. Just add a border, batting and backing and with minimal quilting you have a fun quilt for baby.

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purpose. Both of these types of quilts are great for beginner quilters or someone who hasn't sewn in a while.

For the quilter who is looking to make something for an older child, find a fun fabric that will suit the child's tastes. A throw-size quilt is perfect for a child to take in the car or use while they are watch TV. Simple designs that show off the fun fabric are great for these quilts. Children love the feel of the silky, minky fabric. For an extra plush feel an entire quilt can be out of this fabric or a quilt can be backed with the minky.

T-shirt quilts have become very popular for the teenager.

They involve using a child's well-loved, cherished t-shirts from school or athletic activities to create a keepsake for the child. These quilts can be very simple, made with even size squares bordered with a print that suits the child's personality.

College quilts are especially nice for the new graduate. With the collegiate print fabric made by Sykel, whether simple or complex, these quilts will be treasured for life.

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October 16-17 Texas Star Quilters of Van Zandt County Annual Quilt Show, Canton There will be a special presentation by the Pleasant Hill Quilters on Underground Railroad quilts and history. Held at the Civic Center.

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Ongoing "QUILTED TO A T" Quilt Exhibits Texas Quilt Museum, La Grange While in La Grange, be sure to enjoy some time strolling and shopping in the charming downtown, or take in the Texas Czech Cultural and Heritage Center. TexasQuiltMuseum.org 979-968-3104 Through Sept. 8 Nationwide Row by Row Experience rowbyrowexperience.com Sept 18-19 Golden Needles 2015 Quilt Show and Live Auction Lone Star Convention Center, Conroe goldenneedles.org September 19-20 Annual Huntsville Antique Show It is a historic town with an oldfa s hi oned courth ouse sq uare, surrounded by antique shops and boutiques. Walker County Fairgrounds. huntsvilleantiqueshow.com Sept 25-26 Chisholm Trail Quilt Guild,Show Art of Quilting - Yesterday & Today, Round Rock Dell Diamond Heritage Center ctquiltguild.org

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October 29 – November 1 International Quilt Festival, Houston The “World’s Fair of Quilts” promises everything you want to see and do in the world of fabric! You’ll enjoy 50 exhibits featuring more than 1,300 quilts, fabric art and wearables; lectures from top teachers, and tours. View top prize winners in the International Quilt Association’s judged show. George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de las Americas. quilts.com 713-781-6864 Save the Date: January 8-9 Heart of Texas One Stop Shop Hop, “Happy Sew Year” Waco Why drive all over when you can explore a variety of brick and mortar shops from across Texas all in one location! Waco Convention Center heartoftexashop.com January 22-24 Quilts on the Bayou, Jefferson Patty Pickle is the featured teacher, and there will be a tribute to the Piney Woods Quilters Guild of Longview. jeffersonquiltshow.com January 30-31 Piecemakers by the Bay "It’s All About Texas” Quilt Show Fulton High School, Rockport Piecemakersbythebay.org

When it comes to quilting, there are so many decisions to make, from fabric colors to block, from finished size to deciding who is the lucky recipient; but once all those decisions are made and the quilt top is done, the final step, quilting and binding, can sometimes be the hardest decision, especially for new quilters.

Recently, Texas Tea&Travel’s Michelle Lindsey, Quilting Coordinator, finished a quilt top and sat down with Jaylyn Snider at Tea Time Quilting in Houston’s Historical Heights to ask, what is next?

TTT: I recently finished a quilt top and the next step is to quilt it. What should I consider when deciding if I will send it to a quilter or quilt it myself?

JS: There are many factors to consider...the size of the quilt, what type of design you want quilted on it, when you need it done. Ask yourself, "Do I have the proper supplies to quilt it on my own?", “ Is the design I want quilted on it easy enough to do?", "Do I have the time to quilt it or do I want to send it to a long-arm quilter and begin a new project?"

TTT: I've decided to have someone quilt it. What questions should I ask when trying to find a Longarm Quilter?

Should I just go with a friend, or look for references when choosing a quilter?

JS: My first question would be: How long have you been Longarm Quilting? You want to know, if they have been Longarming for a while or are you their practice quilts?

Are they dependable? Will they get your quilt back to you when they say they will? Look at their samples and see what kind of work they produce. Do they have pictures or samples of quilts that they have quilted themselves?

TTT: What questions should I ask when interviewing potential Longarm Quilters? What are important factors to consider about their style, technique or samples?

JS: This goes hand in hand with the last question. One of the most important aspects to consider is their style. Find out if they are a traditional or a modern quilter. If you have a modern quilt, you are not going to want feathers on it and if you have a traditional quilt, you don't want lines or squares. Some Longarmers will do

both. Check out their work AND their personality. Personality definitely comes through in how they talk and how they quilt.

TTT: Once I find a Longarm Quilter, what might I be expected to provide in addition to the finished top? How long will it take (in general) for my quilt to be finished?

JS: You will need your Quilt Top, Backing and Batting. Each Longarmer will have specifics on how much larger the backing should be than your quilt top, so just ask what they prefer. If you do not have a backing fabric and you're going through a quilt shop to get your quilting done, they will be able to help you pick the right fabric for your backing. Normally, you may bring your own batting or you can choose from the different types of batting that the Longarm Quilter will have. They will also have thread that you can choose from. You will need to allow at least 4-8 weeks for your quilt top to be ready. (Some longarm quilters have a 4 month turn-around time.) There are some times of the year (around Holiday times) when it will take longer. Call your Longarm Quilter ahead to put you on their list so you can always get your quilt completed on time.

TTT: Can you explain the typical pricing method?

JS: The pricing will vary depending on what type of design you want, how tight you want the quilting and how elaborate you want the quilting to be.

It is normally priced per square inch and can avg. between 2 and 5 Cents per sq inch. For example, if your quilt is 45"x60" and you choose a simple design at 2 cents, then the quilting would run about $54.00. There is an additional fee for thread, thread changes (if you want multiple colors on the quilt), batting and binding.

TTT: How can Tea Time Quilting help quilters when it comes to finishing their quilts?

JS: The quilting should always enhance your quilt top NOT overtake it. We will help you achieve that whether you choose to quilt it yourself or you allow us to finish it for you. We'll guide you through the whole process of choosing which method is best for you.

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Unless you've spent quality time in the Pacific Northwest, you may not be familiar with London Fog (the drink, not the raincoat). A luxurious combination of Earl Grey tea, steamed milk, and vanilla, the warming drink was created in Vancouver but has been popularized across the West Coast.

COOK'S NOTE: If you don't already own a milk frother, it is a must. ($3 frothers from Ikea or World Market work great, though they aren't fast.) This tea drink boils down to three basic elements: tea, milk and vanilla.

1 Make the tea. Ideally, this should be Earl Grey, a black tea with gentle notes of citrusy bergamot. Bring water to a full rolling boil and steep the tea for five minutes in a half cup of hot water. Then strain the tea leaves out or remove the tea bag.

2 Add vanilla (or local honey to taste).

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3 Steam the milk. While you're waiting for the tea to steep, set a small saucepan of whole milk, almond milk or coconut milk on the stove over medium heat. Don't allow it to boil. Froth milk for about five minutes, until it's "a nice fog-like effect."

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Tea, like wine, has different grades, and this is why you will pay for a three-buckchuck or a two hundred dollar Cabernet.

2 Start with the best Earl Grey tea you can find. Earl Grey tea is a blend of Chinese black tea and oil of Bergamot.

Substandard black tea leaves and low quality oil can yield a brew that is bitter.

3 Use the recommended dose. A rule of thumb is 1- teaspoon of loose-leaf tea per 8 ounces of filtered water. If you would like a stronger cup of tea, up the dosage, not the time. A longer steep can result in a bitter cup.

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September 2–26 A Collectors Show, Art Center of Baytown, Baytown “The Work of the Hand, A Celebration of Fine Craft - 2015 Clay and Gourds” at the The Art Center of Baytown, 110 W. Texas Avenue in Baytown, Texas. The Art League of Baytown and CAMEO (the Clay Arts Museum and Educational Organization) are partnering to host this collector's show. Clay art and gourd art from private collections will be on exhibit. Artisans from each medium will be available to answer questions. 281-427-2222 September 5 and November 3 First Saturday Arts Market, Houston First Saturday Arts Market is a monthly outdoor fine arts event featuring the works of dozens of visual artists. Located in the historic Houston Heights, the market showcases paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry and handcrafted items. Enjoy live music and delicious fare from some of the area’s best gourmet food trucks. 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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Admission is free. foundrychurch.org October 17 – November 2 The Day of the Dead event, Art Center of Baytown, Baytown “The Day of the Dead" event. The Art League will exhibit the creations of our artist members and we will exhibit cultural pieces that reflect this event. Reception will be October 24 from 6 - 8 p.m. Public is invited. 281-427-2222

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of quilting, woodcraft, carving, and sculpturing. Dance to the polka, and sing the songs of the musician. Taste the true ethnic food and lend your soul to the fulfillment of the Czech cultural hertitage. 979-567-0000 burlesoncountytx.com/kolachefestival

October 22-­2 4 Contemporary Handweavers of Houston Sale, Houston CHH members invite you to their annual sale. There will be Unique Tea Towels, Wearable Art & Textiles for the Home.

Event will be Thur. 10­8, Fri. 10­5, Sat. 10­5 at the Guild House 2327 Commerce Suite 6, Houston, TX. weavehouston.org October 24 George Ranch Texian Market Days, Richmond The 32nd annual Texian Market Days festival features lots of hands­on activities, battle re­enactments, live entertainment, food, craft vendors and more! George Ranch Historical Park. Tickets are $15 for adults, $13 for seniors, $10 for children ages five to 15, children ages four and under are FREE. 281­-342­-1256 texicanmarketdays.com November 7 The 42th Annual British Festival, Sugarland The festival will include fabulous Christmas shopping, delicious British food, Christmas cakes, authentic classic cars and Scottish dancers and pipers, 1 Flour Daniel Dr., Sugarland.

713-729-4049 dbetexas.org November 9 Annual Holiday Open House, The Teapot Depot, Highlands Christmas Open House will take place from 4:30­7:30 p.m. We will be decorated for Christmas and you can enjoy some cookies and punch. No charge 281­-426­-3670 teapotdepotgreatfood.com

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September 12 31st Annual Kolache Festival, Caldwell Come to the Kolache Festival and be Czech for the day; learn the wonderful Czech philosophy. See the technique

September 12 and October 10 High Tea at the Prairie Street Heritage House, Columbus Tea is available at The Camellia Tea Room. Stop by for tea in a traditional elegant tea room fare in an historical venue and atmosphere. High Tea will be offered at 2:00 p.m. Rates $17.50 per person. Reservations required. 979-­732­-5555 prairiestreetheritagehouse.com September 19 Avinger Wine Festival Texas wines, local artists, artisan foods and great music create the centerpiece of this exciting festival in Avinger, in Northeast Texas. It will be held on the grounds of one of the area’s lovely historic homes downtown. Festival runs from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., admission is free; wine garden admission is $5; avingerwinefestival.com

Tea Time QUILTING

1046 Tulane Houston, TX 77008

713-861-7743

Located in the Historic Heights www.teatimequilting.com

Great Fabric Selection

OPEN: Mon-Fri 10 AM - 5:30 PM Saturday 10 AM - 4PM

September 22-24 STI Foundations of Tea: Levels 1,2,3 San Antonio This class will enable students to examine and taste 5-6 pairs of teas as they are guided through the basics of a comparison cupping. Start your journey to becoming a Certified Tea Specialist.

888.VIP.TEAS STItea.org October 10-11 38th Annual Scarecrow Festival, Chappell Hill The Festival boasts more than 250 juried exhibitors (home decor, gardening, artists, craftsmen, jewelry, clothing, etc.). chappellhillhistoricalsociety.com October 24-25 Pecan Fest, Seguin Visit the Pecan Capital of Texas and enjoy a quilt show, live music, beer & wine garden, food booths, arts and crafts, pecan pie contest, pecan treats, a hat parade and street dance, historic tours, pottery show and more. 830-4010810 VisitSeguin.com

Children's Entertainment

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BECAUSE LIFE IS ABOUT THE LITTLE INDULGENCES. Afternoon Tea Served Every Saturday 2-4 pm.

Four course tea featuring our special chai blend, Champagne, tasty open faced sandwiches, home made desserts and scones with clotted cream.

kiranshouston.com 713.960.8472

Next to Highland Village 4100 Westheimer Houston

281-413-4714 PennyWard.com

Your Cup of Tea

Bellaire, TX

A quaint and traditional English Tea Room in the heart of Houston.

Open for Lunch and Tea

60+ Organic Teas Private Party Room for Events Lunch & Afternoon Tea (”High Tea”) Unique Tea Accessories & Gifts Amazing Custom Cakes Pies, Quiches & more Cooking Classes Tea Classes Catering

Bridal Showers Bridal Luncheons Bridesmaids Tea Rehearsal Dinners

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Monday-Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM 5305 Bissonnet

713.218.6300

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Q&A

• Don’t let your child push every button!

by Penny Ward

I have a couple of general questions about etiquette as it pertains to someone’s personal space.

First, is there a proper procedure for getting on and off the elevator? What constitutes good/bad manners while you are on the elevator with other passengers?

Second, how do I handle it when out shopping and the person behind me stands right next to me, or looks over my shoulder as I prepare to make payment at the credit card machine?

Yes, there are procedures for courteous elevator use. Here are a few: • I seem to remember learning something in high school about two pieces of matter not being able to occupy the same space. So, always let people off before you get on! This is so much better than the crush and confusion that goes on at the door.

• When the doors open, be ready to get on (after people exit). Don’t hold the door open and detain everyone that is already on the elevator while you finish your conversation with someone in the hall. Do hold the door for others to get on.

• If you are going to be getting off at the next floor or so, move to the left or right when you get on. If you are going to be riding for several floors, move to the back, space permitting.

Be prepared to move to let others out. If the elevator is already crowded, let them know that you will take the next one. Leave a little personal space for everyone already on the elevator.

Regarding your second question about the check-out line, you do have a right to be concerned. This is not just an invasion of your personal space, but with the rampant identity theft, it is an invasion of your privacy. If any of the following don’t work, you may just need to back up a little, thereby creating space between you, and then ask him or her to give you a minute to complete your transaction. Most people don’t consciously do this; they are just anxious and in a hurry.

• Stand back a little in the check-out line. Don’t approach the payment machine until you are ready to actually pay (and be ready to pay when you do).

• At the grocery store, I find it helpful if I leave my cart behind me until I finish payment. The person behind you will not be able to get any closer than that, but will still be able to place items on the conveyor belt.

• If you have a cart full of items, and the person behind you has only one or two, it is common courtesy to offer to let the other customer go before you. This will help to prevent crowding you.

Remember, always put your best foot forward while you are out and about; show respect to everyone you meet.

Common courtesy should be more common! To quote George Bernard Shaw, “The great secret…. is not having bad manners or good manners or any other particular sort of manners, but having the same manner for all human souls: in short, behaving as if you were in Heaven, where there are no third class carriages, and one soul is as good as another.”

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TeaEtiquette

• Don’t talk loudly on your phone when other people are on the elevator. In fact, it’s best not to talk on your phone at all when you are in this situation.

Dallas - North Texas Book Reviews

Fall Books to Read

By Janet Pool & Michelle Lindsey

For quilters, THE SECOND SISTER by Marie Bostwick is a poignant ‘can’t put it down until the end’ kind of book. Political campaign advisor Lucy Toomey’s sole focus of getting her boss into the White House dramatically shifts with the unexpected death of Alice, her estranged older sister.

In order “to meet the terms of Alice’s eccentric will,” Lucy temporarily moves into her sister’s cottage where she begins viewing her hometown and Alice’s life in a new way.

Her life transforms when Alice’s quilting friends enfold her into their group, a rekindled high school friendship blossoms into love, and she realizes Alice was right - she had been “remembering wrong.” As Bostwick artfully incorporates second chances with that special, insightful bond shared by sisters, readers may find themselves, like Lucy, appreciating qualities often overlooked in those who are mentally impaired.

THE SECOND SISTER would make an excellent choice for quilt groups. With Bostwick’s thought-provoking questions, lively discussions are sure to follow. Lucy’s heartwarming story will linger in your thoughts long after the last page is turned.

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On days when autumn’s chill chases us indoors, time spent ensconced with a comfy quilt, favorite tea, and a great book may prove irresistible. The following new releases might pique your interest and provide hours of reading pleasure.

Quilt Mysteries series is written specifically with them in mind. Co-authored by Mae Fox and Jan Fields, THREADS OF DECEIT is set in a quaint nineteenth century inn where quilting projects, presentations, and the pleasures of teatime combined with murder make for an unforgettable visit.

For fall entertaining, let the festivities commence! Fabulous tea ideas are beautifully presented in Tiny Book of TEA & TREATS: Delicious Recipes for Special Times by Phyllis Hoffman DePiano.

Although compact in size, TEA & TREATS is packed with delectable recipes enabling hostesses to easily share teatime In an effort to keep a low profile from angry with those special people in their lives. art thieves encountered on a previous job, antiquities bounty hunter Julie Ellis and her While the featured tea recipes can be assistant Hannah Marks accept positions at served year round, those particularly the Quilt Haus Inn as manager and cook, fitting for this time of year include Hot respectively. Julie’s sleuthing skills become Spiced Tea and Warm Spiced Orange invaluable after historian Daniel Franklin Tea. Savory appetizers including Creamy arrives to search for a sunken steamboat, Chicken Crescents, Herbed Goat Cheese ‘The Grand Adventure,’ and she learns the Phyllo Cups, Pickled Shrimp, Mini Ham inn possibly holds information leading to its and Mushroom Quiche, and Roasted treasures.

Red Pepper Tea Sandwiches are quite impressive.

When the dig proceeds, a hand-stitched threat, secret codes, and the death of Daniel’s friend make it clear that someone wants to sabotage his efforts to expose the ship and her secrets. Slavery, scandal, and politics provide additional intrigue to this riveting read.

A bit of crafting is also included by Fox and Fields. Their instructions for quilted coasters will capture the interest of anyone who enjoys creating personalized, handmade gifts.

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For the grand finale, nothing will sweep your guests off their feet faster than Loveat-First-Bite Macarons, Lemon Bars with Browned Butter Crust, Strawberry Mousse Ladyfingers, Mini Citrus Bundt Cakes, Lemon and Lime Icebox Parfaits, Jo’s Whipping Cream Pound Cake, Caramel Apple Tart, and Cranberry -Walnut Tarts.

For chocolate lovers, nothing tops PecanToffee Brownies, Chocolate-Peanut Butter Bars, Sweetheart Chocolate Cakes, or Chocolate-Strawberry Brownie Bites.

Readers will find TEA & TREATS, with its lovely array of recipes, to be an excellent new resource for their tea libraries.

inspiring and colorful dishes that can spice up a family meal, or host a dinner party with simple and elegant dishes.

Get creative any time of day with meals ranging from breakfast to dinner, dessert to specialty drinks.

Author Annelies Zijderveld is a food writer and creator of the literary food blog, The Food Poet, and her passion is evident in STEEPED. To learn more about STEEPED: Recipes Infused with Tea, visit andrewsmcmeel.com.

Antique com TRAIL .

Andrew McMeel Publishing’s recent release, STEEPED: Recipes Infused with Tea, by Annelies Zijderveld, takes tea enthusiasts and food lovers on a culinary adventure with a plethora of recipes infused with some of our favorite teas.

These beautifully illustrated recipes are easy to follow with step-bystep instructions that will give even the most hesitant cook the confidence to create unique meals and treats. Set the table with

BROCHURES WEBSITES & MAPS FOR VINTAGE & ANTIQUE STORES

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Island Mardigras by D. Cranford

By Lee Q Garcia We are humbled by the friendships made at the 2015 tea a f f a i r weekend.

At the historic Lasker Inn, fun activities a n d words of sweetness from our guests created a memorable afternoon on Galveston Island.

Attendees were true TEA lover's that came

as far as Natchez, Texas, to share their passion. Many fun stories could be told of this weekend, as many new tea adventures have now begun.

Together, the weekend raised over $4000 for The Children’s Center of Galveston, an amazing gift for needed meals and services on the island.

Until we meet for tea in 2016!

Secret Garden by E. Cerda

Out of Africa by H. Clary

Tea at Tiffany's by P. Ward

LUXURY APPETIZERS AT HOME

Texas Goat Cheese with Bacon Jam – Paula’s Favorite!

Tea e h t t a y d a re

Confit of Purple Onions with Fresh Dill Sprig

By Paula Myers Sliced Foie Gras finished with Coarse Salt and Red Peppercorns

Have you noticed that toast is back in style? It seems every upscale appetizer menu includes this humble favorite. Whether it’s labeled crostini or points, toast is an At the Ready treat anyone can manage!

Pumpkin and Apple Chutney on Soft Cream Cheese Recipe at texasTtravel.com/recipes

Any bread will do – day old sandwich bread, the ends of last night’s baguette, even melba toast from the cracker aisle. If you are working with a whole loaf, slice it very thin with an electric knife and brush with melted butter and toast in the oven. The topping options are truly endless – cream cheese with berries or sliced pear for a sweet snack, a dab of tuna over a tiny leafy green, or cherry tomatoes with fresh basil and a sliver of soft mozzarella. Even a simple spread of peanut or almond butter with jam on top, or butter with cinnamon sugar brings a smile to an everyday tea time. My favorite restaurant version of this familiar stand-by is goat cheese topped with bacon jam (available in many grocery stores) with a bit of arugula to cap it off.

From ordinary to extraordinary in a matter of minutes!

Remember, bread and water can so easily become tea and toast when you are At the Ready!

Thankful HeartsExpress GratitudeWith Tea

By Lee Q Garcia

Serving others is a privilege. As God directs us to serve others with an open heart, it is humbling and just to honor our friends with our talents and our time. If an awesome gesture, a successful project or a surprise visit has impressed us, let us bring out our best linens and vintage china to create a Thankful Heart Tea to surpass all others.

In July, the Teapot Depot served the 2015 Texas Tea&Travel Tea Affair’s organizing committee at their Highlands tea room (East Houston) as a thoughtful gesture for Tea Affair in Galveston they had recently attended. Inspired by the affair, they wanted to fill those responsible for the affair with happiness. “A Thankful Heart Tea is one of the twelve teas of inspiration in a favorite Emilie Barnes book,“ shares Debbie Langham (owner) lovingly, “Our staff always look forward to the yearly Tea Affair since it fills us with joy. We meet amazing people, learn new things and can draw apart from our daily routine for a while. This year, we felt so cared for by our table's hostess, Elizabeth Cerda. She pampered us with such grace, kindness and generosity.”

Emilie Barnes says, "These days it's easy to get caught up in your family's immediate schedules

and needs. Setting aside a time to express gratefulness is a way to step beyond those important but consuming tasks that occupy our days and our minds. Few things honor and glorify God more that the sweet fragrance of a thankful soul. Gratitude encourages graciousness."

At the Teapot Depot’s new CLUB CAR ROOM, tables were set with the best tea cups, specialty tea, and rustic serving trays used as chargers. These uniquely Texas trays were hand made by Lori Taylor, a previous Teapot Depot employee. She is a single mom who raised money to send her son to youth camp. Debbie shared the history of serving trays with guests and showed her personal tray collection. At the conclusion of teatime, she invited guests to keep the wooden trays as gratitude gifts. “Each time they use their tray we want them to remember they each have a servant's heart,“ Debbie adds with tenderness. “We saw them share from it at the Tea Affair and it resulted in much happiness for everyone.”

Our hearts feel very satisfied and content when we serve others. We determine a need and go about meeting it with great creativity and sincerity. Think of service not as sacrifice, but as pure gain. The old question is whether your glass is half empty or half full. The answer depends upon whether you are drinking [sacrificing] or pouring [gaining]. When we serve, we are pouring. We are gaining and living in obedience.

Houston - Gulf Coast

BritishINIsles THE VILLAGE Where Houston Shops in Britain

flowers

tea and

the perfect duo.

Come to Baytown

for the finest floral arrangements at Boyd’s Blossoms and stay for lunch at the Mustard Seed Tea Room.

BritishIslesOnline.com 2366 Rice Blvd.

713.522.6868

9:30-6:30 Mon-Sat 12-5 Sun

Serving Faith Daily

Kimberly’s Junk in the TruNk Antique Sewing Machines and Unique Home Decor

...a charming and friendly Texas tearoom with a unique atmosphere for you and your friends with a garden, gifts and great food!

Open Mon. - Sat. 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM Reservations Encouraged - (281) 426-3670

We sell and service antique sewing machines. One of the largest selections of antique sewing machines for sale in Texas!

www.junkandtrunks.com

281-253-9785 5722 3rd Street Katy, TX 77493

112 Denny Street, Highlands, TX 77562

(20 miles east of downtown Houston, exit 787 from I-10 east)

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2016 Collector's Show September 2 - 26

Dias de los Muertos Oct 17 - November 2

Clay and Gourds presented by CAMEO and the Art League. These exclusive private collection pieces illustrate the value of art as credible investments.

This popular cultural event will be the catalyst of our art exhibit. It is a time to express one's memory of loved ones. What were their favorite things?

art-league-of-baytown.org

110 W. Texas Ave, Baytown, Texas 281-427-2222

The Art league of Baytown, Celebrating 60 years DEC

hristmas on Texas Avenue

December 5th - A Magical Holiday Event in Baytown's Historic Goose Creek District

Food, entertainment, quality merchandise, antiques, collectibles, handmade items.

Proceeds from the festival go toward art programs for youth, seniors, special needs.

school art exhibits and our special events. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

2015 Christmas Gallery with Works of THIRTY Local Artists November 11– End of December

Fun rides for children, Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus Vendors can inquire about booth space via cotabaytown@gmail.com

christmas-on-texas-avenue.com

Houston - Gulf Coast Tea Research

Healthy

Two Cups of Tea To Your Health!

The flavonoids found in two daily cups of tea could help women live longer, according to a new study by Australian researchers.

The scientists analyzed health records of more than 1,000 women over 75 over a five-year period. They found those who consumed two cups of tea a day were nearly 40 percent less likely to die than women who did not consume two cups of tea a day. They believe the flavonoids in tea protected the women against cancer and heart disease.

Flavonoids are antioxidants that are found in chocolate, red wine, coffee, and fruits and vegetables. The amount of flavonoids in two cups of tea is 350 mg. The Australian study used information about the women’s diets to determine the amount of flavonoids the subjects consumed.

Cancer deaths and deaths related to heart disease were reduced for this group, as was their overall risk of death.

Even though green tea has taken the spotlight in past years, it’s great to see studies that represent the distinct health advantages of ALL teas.

"As a tea room owner, I see more people taking responsibility for the quality of their life and health through the powerful benefits of organic teas," shares Kim Mchugh, who runs McHugh Tea Room in Bellaire. "It’s funny to think that tea has been consumed for almost 5,000 years in all corners of the world for its amazing flavors, social aspects and calming qualities. However, its recent popularity surge is a direct reflection of the demand for accurate health studies and solutions to live healthier, happier and longer lives," she adds enthusiasticly. texasTtravel.com | Fall 2015

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Old Town Spring

The Hat People 213 Main Street Spring, Texas 77373 281-288-4772 Open 11 am - 5pm Wednesday - Sunday

INVITE YOUR GUESTS and let us do the rest!

Visit us at the TX Renaisance Festival

Booth #18

Also featuring: 15 20Exclusive to Texas Mark Keathley Robert Finale Abraham Hunter

LIVE Personal Event in Old Town Spring!

MARK KEATHLEY November 21, 2-5 p.m.

318-A Main Street, Spring, TX 77373 281-367-4901 info@ptlgallery.com

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A world of German treasures beer steins | cuckoo clocks pyramids | glass ornaments amber jewelry | nutcrackers plus German food items 210 Gentry St | Spring.TX

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Explore Texas History in Huntsville Fall is the perfect time for a weekend or daytrip to charming, historic Huntsville, where a Texas history lesson awaits.

Through architecture, landmarks and a museum, you will learn about the life and times of the acclaimed Texas Statesman, General Sam Houston.

Dating to 1836, Huntsville is located about an hour north of Houston in the Piney Woods region. You’ll recognize it by the towering statue of General Houston on I-45.

The work of artist David Adickes, who dedicated it to the city in 1994, it is the world’s tallest statue of an American hero. It measures 67 feet tall and is set on a 10-foot granite base, for a total of 77 feet.

Born in 1793, General Houston served as the first and third President of the Republic of Texas, as well as Governor of the state of Texas, and U.S. Senator. He led the Texas army in the Battle of San Jacinto, the decisive victory in the Texas Revolution.

The Sam Houston Memorial Museum, 1836 Sam Houston Avenue, is dedicated to his life and times, and the complex includes several noteworthy structures.

Sam Houston’s Law Office, and the rotunda housing his artifacts can also be found in the museum complex.

The Woodlands Home is a traditional dog-run style log cabin. Four of Sam and Margaret Houston’s eight children were born in the house. The complex was placed on the National Register of Historic Places and the house was declared a Historic Landmark in May 1974.

Stop by the Huntsville Visitors Center to view educational videos, and get maps, brochures and tips on other must-sees for your visit.

The Steamboat House is a distinctive home where Houston lived near the end of his life, and died in 1863. The white structure has twin turrets and side galleries, and dates to 1858.

Originally dubbed “Buena Vista,” it was later referred to as “Steamboat House” because of its resemblance to the riverboats of that era.

General Houston’s beautiful and stately gravesite, erected in 1911, was sculpted by Pompeo Coppini, sculptor of the Alamo Cenotaph in San Antonio and many other Texas monuments. Its relief shows Houston on his horse, riding off into battle, and Lady Victory and Lady History are also depicted.

The Memorial is located at the corner of 9th Street and Avenue I.

Hangout in Huntsville!

Huntsville is the home of Sam Houston

For overnight accommodations, events and activities visit

huntsvilletexas.com For more Huntsville information: 800.289.0389

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The Alamo Designated a World Historic Site The San Antonio Missions, including the Alamo, have officially been named a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Site. It is the 23rd World Heritage Site for the U.S. and the first for Texas.

The decision was announced July 5th at the annual UNESCO World Heritage committee meeting in Bonn, Germany, according to a press release from the San Antonio Convention and Visitors Bureau.

The five Missions – Mission Concepcion, Mission San Jose, Mission San Juan, Mission Espada, and Mission San Antonio de Valero (The Alamo) – were built in the early 1700s to convert Native Americans to Christianity and help settle the region under the flag of Spain.

The largest collection of Spanish Colonial architecture in the United States, the Missions are taking their place among other great American and cultural institutions such as the Statue of Liberty and Independence Hall, and natural treasures such as the Grand Canyon.

“The United States has a powerful and valuable history that encompasses a wide range of peoples, creeds and experiences,” said Crystal Nix-Hines, U.S. ambassador and permanent representative to UNESCO. “The San Antonio Missions represent an important element of our story, and a World Heritage Designation allows them to be shared not only within the U.S. but also the wider global community.”

Susan Snow, archeologist for San Antonio Missions, who has coordinated community efforts to secure UNESCO World Heritage status since 2007, said the Missions “are a tangible representation of everything required for a functioning Spanish colonial mission system, all within a short trek along the San Antonio River. These Missions are a living example of the interchange of cultures bringing together the indigenous, Spanish, Mexican, and other influences that form South Texas today. The resulting crosscultural exchange is the essence of the great melting pot of the United States.”

The Missions host millions of visitors each year. All except the Alamo are still active Catholic parishes, some with descendants of the original congregants.

Houston Central- Gulf TexasCoast

MOSHEIM MANSION Celebrating Food History

and Tea Culture Consciousness Cooking Classes Events Stay 409 N Austin St, Seguin, TX 78155 (830) 372-9905 www.mosheimmansion.com

Seguin's Pecan Fest Includes Quilt Show, Pottery Show, Historic Home Tour On the weekend of Oct. 24, Seguin will throw one big party in honor of the pecan! Pecan Fest Heritage Days includes a Beer and Wine Garden showcasing locally brewed beer, wines and meads from Seguin’s local winery.

The fun begins in Central Park with trade booths, food, live bands from noon until 7 p.m., wine and beer garden, pecan treats, HEB Texas Vanilla Seguin Pecan Ice Cream, a classic car show, antique fire equipment, and scarecrow displays in the shops around the square. Heritage Village will offer a quilt show, pecan baked goods, a pumpkin decorating contest and gunslingers.

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Pecan Fest Oct 24-25

Live Bands, Beer & Wine Garden Food Booths, Arts & Crafts Booths Pecan Pie Contest, Pecan Goods & Treats HEB TX Vanilla Seguin Pecan Ice Cream Pumpkin Patch, Pumpkin Decorating Hat Parade & Street Dance at The Oak Nutcracker Museum & Sebastopol Tours Cemetery Tours and Ghost Tours Historic Magnolia Hotel Tours Quilt Show, Pottery Show, Car Show Tour de Pecan Bike Ride

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Sebastopol House is open for free tours of the historic mansion and will include a pottery show on the grounds. Also tour the historic Magnolia Hotel and the Pape Nutcracker Museum to see more than 8,000 nutcrackers from all over the world. And, don’t miss Magnolia Hotel’s ghost tours each evening from Oct. 23-25.

Also on Saturday is the Tour de Pecan Bike Ride sponsored by Wish for Our Heroes, the Pecan Pie Bake-Off at the Power Plant Texas Grill, a Juan Seguin celebration with a gunsalute at the burial site, and wine and honey mead tastings at Blue Lotus Winery. The “Hats Off to Seguin” parade and street dance begins at 8 p.m., with live entertainment at The Oak Tavern.

Sunday brings the Riverside Cemetery Tours with historical re-enactments of eight distinguished Seguin pioneers, tours of Magnolia Hotel and Sebastopol House, a Polka Fest and sausage dinner, and wine and honey mead tastings at Blue Lotus Winery.

Visit www.SeguinGoNuts.com or call the Seguin Convention and Visitors Bureau at 830-401-0810 for more information.

were created in an Art Deco style with concentric circles highlighting the bright colors. Today, FIESTA® dinnerware is the most collected dinnerware in history.

MENU GEAR UP WREATHS

On your front door or on each chair, paper flower wreaths give a pop of color to welcome your guests.

VIVA MEXICO Easily decorate using a Mexican serape as a buffet runner or table cover. Add maracas, mini serapes, sombreros and mustaches to liven the party.

FIESTA America's favorite dinnerware was introduced with great fanfare in 1936 and was an immediate hit with the public. The shapes of FIESTA®

No time for a siesta!

COCKTAIL: The Sam Houston Manhattan ~ 2 oz Bourbon Whiskey ~ ½ oz Sweet Vermouth ~ 1 dash Angostura Bitters

MOCKTAIL: San Antonio’s Mock Whiskey Sour ~ 3 ounces Earl Grey tea ~ 2 teaspoons apricot preserves ~ ½ ounce lemon juice ~ ¼ ounce simple syrup SIDEBOARD: ~ Creamy Chili Pepper Tea Sandwiches ~ Veggie Polenta Stars with Avocado Cream ~"Cinnfully" Spicy Chocolate Cakes ~ Poquito Caliente Cheese Log

CENTERPIECE

Celebrate 1836 with paper flowers and Mexican pottery.

PAIRING

Appreciation for tea has grown wildly in the last decade! The switch from bagged tea to loose is not lost on Texans. Let the quality of your tea reflect your menu with Alamo Apricot (black premium tea with apricot bits and papaya chunks) and Legend of the Alamo (green tea

mixed with rosemary, rose petals and spices).

Recipe at texasTtravel.com/cookbook

Houston - Gulf Coast “Quilted To a ‘T’ feature works with a similar shape to that letter of the alphabet.

Three exhibits on display until September 27th— “Intuitive Symmetry: Works on Silk by Judith Content,” “Kimono Quilts and Kimonos,” and “Antique Four-Poster Quilts.”

Open Thursdays through Saturdays . . . . . . . . 10 - 4 Sundays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .noon - 4

October 1 - December 20 “Contemporary Quilt Art from the Marbaum Collection”

please check our web site for the museum’s holiday schedule.

“Cynthia Collier: Transformed by Tradition” (Collier will give a free Gallery Talk on Oct. 11 at 3 p.m.)

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The lovely Yellow Rose of Texas quilt, a Baltimore albumstyle quilt created by San Antonio quilter Arminda Lopez, was displayed at the Texas Quilt Museum in honor of Texas Independence Day last spring.

Each block of the quilt features a connection to the Lone Star State and its history. It includes colorful depictions of the State Capitol building, the Alamo, bluebonnets, the San Jacinto Monument, the “Come and Take It” Goliad cannon battle flag, and the six flags of Texas, surrounded by a border of lovely yellow roses.

Arminda hand-quilted, hand-appliqued and hand-embroidered this exceptional quilt between 2011 and 2013. It was displayed at the Texas Quilt Museum from February 26 – March 1. Also during this time, Museum Co-founder Karey Bresenhan gave two gallery talks on the exhibit “Selections from the Book 500 Traditional Quilts.”

“Traditional quilts will always have a place in people’s hearts,” Bresenhan wrote in the book’s introduction. “Their beauty, their workmanship, their ability to evoke gentler times, the memories they bring to mind, these are integral to their tremendous appeal. These quilts are the creme de la creme of traditional quiltmaking today.” The book features contemporary quilts made in traditional styles and patterns. The book is available for sale in the museum’s gift shop, with profits going to the museum.

The Texas Quilt Museum is located at 140 W. Colorado Street in LaGrange. It opened in 2011 and is housed in two 19thcentury buildings in the Historic District. The Museum complex also includes a period Texas garden with an outdoor mural, “Quilts: History in the Making,” as its focal point. Learn more at TexasQuiltMuseum.org.

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Blisswood Bed & Breakfast

Have afternoon tea at Enchanted Lake, surrounded by beautiful country scenery. Then spend the evening gazing at stars before turning in to your choice of turn-of-the-century Texas Homes.

13300 Lehmann Legacy Lane, Cat Spring,Texas

713-301-3235

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Houston - Gulf Coast Kick off the fall with ‘A Celebration of Wine, Food, Art & Music’ The Avinger Wine Festival is held on Saturday, September 19th , from 10am-7pm.

Entrance to the Festival is free as visitors can stroll around the beautiful grounds of one of Avinger’s Lovely Historic Homes & adjoining property and visit our many select vendors.

Admission to the Wine Garden is $5.00 where the best Texas Wineries are featured.

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Wine will be sold by the taste, glass and bottle. Avinger Wine Festival features: Texas Wineries, Artisan Foods, Prominent Artists and Local Musicians.

Sponsored by CRESS Community Foundation, a non-profit service organization, along with the Avinger Area Chamber of Commerce, our wine festival

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is a charitable event set up to raise funds for the ‘In The Arts’ Scholarship program for our students as well as other community projects.

Take a Trip Back in Time

The only thing better than a tea party is a Super Hero tea party! Friendswood Public Library kicked off their summer reading program June 3rd with this year’s theme, Every Hero has a Story, and young super heroes showed up for a summer filled with story time, crafts, magic shows and a variety of other activities. No event was more popular than the Tea with Famous Characters, where more than 100 children showed up dressed as princesses and super heroes to enjoy tea with Alice in Wonderland and her friends.

Stories from the Queen of Hearts had them laughing and later they were served tea and treats from the Mad Hatter.

The reading program concluded August 22nd and included nearly 2,200 participants in the children’s summer reading program. For more information about the Friendswood Public Library, visit http:// www.friendswood.lib.tx.us.

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Friendswood Public Library Super Hero Tea Party

Experience the beauty and charm of this 1894 Queen Anne-style home that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark.

Tuesday – Saturday, 9am – 5pm; last tour at 4pm Entrance is through the adjacent Carriage House at 610 W. Main Ave., Orange, TX 77630 409.883.0871 / whstarkhouse.org A program of the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation. ©2015 All Rights Reserved.

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TEA&TRAVEL

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Jefferson Quilt Show "Quilts on the Bayou" JEFFERSON, TEXAS

January 22 - 24

FEATURED EXHIBITS

*THE HOFFMAN CHALLENGE Collection “Pomegranate Gold Quilt Challenge” FEATURED SPEAKER: Patty Pickle

VIEWER’S CHOICE OPEN SHOW WITH: Cash Awards, Ribbons, Workshops, Demonstrations, Lectures, Door Prizes,

Raffle Quilt

Merchant Mall & Special Exhibits

Sponsored by the JRQA and the Jeffersonian Institute

VisitJeffersonTexas.com HOURS & LOCATION: Friday & Saturday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Sunday 10:00am – 3:00pm Jeffersonian Institute 120 East Austin Street, Jefferson, Texas

ADMISSION: $5/Adults $4/Children 6 - 12 $9/3-Day Show Pass

FOR QUILT ENTRY FORMS: Jefferson Quilt Show PO Box 316, Jefferson, TX 75657 www.jeffersonquiltshow.com Email: jqshow@yahoo.com