Monday, July 12, 2010

"Tea for Two" on Tea Cup Tuesday!





Today's tea cup looks just like another pretty but run-of-the-mill rose cup and saucer doesn't it?

Well, there's something very distinct about this little beauty. When picked up from the saucer, it plays "Tea for Two!"  There's a musical component built right into the bottom of the cup.
















It came to me via Goodwill for $1.50!  When I got home,  the saucer dropped on the flagstone floor in our front entryway and smashed into numerous pieces.  However, using white glue and a ton of patience, I glued the saucer back together again.




















On the back of the saucer, it says the cup is Queen Anne and made in England.

The saucer cannot really be used to serve tea to someone but high up on the tea cup shelf, no one will notice all the repairs.

It's such a kick that the tea cup plays music, making it so unique.

HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF A TEA CUP THAT PLAYS 'TEA FOR TWO?'

P.S. For a look at more great tea cups, check the blogs of the two sweethearts who host Tea Cup Tuesday, Martha and Terri, at http://www.marthasfavorites.com/ http://www.martha'sfavorites.com%20and/ http://artfulaffirmations.blogspot.com/    Or, just go to this blog's sidebar and press Martha's blog button. It will take you right to her blog!


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20 comments:

  1. Linda @ A La CarteJuly 12, 2010 at 6:04 PM

    I hate when I drop something like that!! At least you could glue it back together and like you say on a shelf it looks great. I love that it plays tea for two...how cute.

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  2. DianneJuly 12, 2010 at 6:05 PM

    I've never seen anything like it! Too cute!

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  3. VickiJuly 12, 2010 at 6:21 PM

    Hi, Susan,
    Such a pretty tea cup and that it serenades you as well makes it even better!! Wishing you a happy Tea Time on Tuesdays, my friend~ Vicki

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  4. TerriJuly 12, 2010 at 6:32 PM

    This is a lovely roses cup! And for 1.50! That is amazing. Glad that you could glue it together and still enjoy it : )
    That is fabulous!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  5. Martha's FavoritesJuly 12, 2010 at 6:37 PM

    Hi Susan: I love to see your smile when I come to your post. If I am feeling down at all, it makes me smile in my heart. You are precious to me. I just wanted to tell you that. Back to the cup, I have never seen a sing cup! How lucky are you to find that beauty? I am so sorry about the saucer. I love it, nothing plain about it. Blessings, Martha

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  6. Brenda ~ The Heminger FarmhouseJuly 12, 2010 at 6:42 PM

    Hi Susan :) I don't think I've ever heard of a teacup that plays that tune; how lucky of you to find this sweet treasure. I love the pretty pink roses on this cup and saucer. It's too bad about the saucer breaking, but fortunately you were able to put it back together again. It's definitely a keeper :)

    Happy Teacup Tuesday!
    Warmest hugs, Brenda

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  7. Chatty CroneJuly 12, 2010 at 8:12 PM

    I've never heard one play a tune either. You're a lucky gal and the price was right! sandie

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  8. BookieJuly 12, 2010 at 8:19 PM

    Darling tea cup and wonderful price, practically free!

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  9. SnapJuly 12, 2010 at 8:53 PM

    What fun! I've seen musical tea pots, but not a tea cup! Well done!

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  10. BECKYJuly 12, 2010 at 10:23 PM

    Oh, Susan! What a beautiful cup! And I've never heard of one that is also a music box! That is so unique! I can't believe you took the time and had the patience to put the saucer all back to together. You did a wonderful job. It barely even shows in the photos! Just gorgeous!

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  11. fitty's pinky rose cottageJuly 13, 2010 at 2:03 AM

    I've seen a musical teapot but not a teacup! very unique and rare too!

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  12. SusanJuly 13, 2010 at 4:32 AM

    Thanks, girls, for all the visits and comments. It truly is a unique cup, isn't it? Wow! I found a rarity. ha!

    Hope you all have a wonderful day today. Love, Susan

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  13. diane stetsonJuly 13, 2010 at 7:30 AM

    Tea for two and two for tea, oh how happy we can
    be....We can raise a family, a boy for you, a girl for me...can't you see how happy we will be?
    This song has come true Susan..so happy
    it is on your teacup so you can hear it
    anytime you want!

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  14. parTea ladyJuly 13, 2010 at 8:41 AM

    That is a very pretty rose teacup. I've never seen one that plays music - how unique (and what a bargain).

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  15. AppleshoeJuly 13, 2010 at 8:47 AM

    What a find. I'm so sorry to hear it broke, but it is still lovely. I have heard of a teapot that played "Tea for Two", and a mug that played "Your Are My Sunshine", but never a teacup. Lovely Take care.

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  16. Marguerite (Tina) Smith HartJuly 13, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Wow tea and a song! I have never seen anything like that...a beautiful cup and a sweet song to perk up the day! I will never forget that little cup and saucer...
    Have a wonderful week....
    Tina xo

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  17. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 13, 2010 at 10:13 AM

    How cool is that!! I have never heard of a tea cup that plays music!! Charming!!

    Debbie

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  18. Karen LangeJuly 13, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    These are always so pretty! And you get a little tune with this one, what a treat!
    Have a wonderful day,
    Karen :)

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  19. Denise@alloverrosesJuly 13, 2010 at 1:12 PM

    That so sad that the saucer broke but you did a great job fixing it. How wonderful to have such a pretty cup that plays music.

    Denise

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  20. AnonymousJuly 13, 2010 at 4:01 PM

    oh Susan! i love this cup...and yes...you put it together so well that the break is hard to notice....

    i have never heard of a musical tea cup! that is so special...and the floral pattern is absolutely stunningly sweet and pretty!

    what a find!
    thanks for coming by!
    ciao bella
    creative carmelina

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