Wednesday, March 11, 2015

Green Velvet Cupcakes and Irish Tea

 Kathleen from Cuisine Kathleen is having her annual St. Patrick's Day Blog Crawl, and Sandi from Rose Chintz Cottage is having her St. Patrick's Day and Spring Party.   I'm sharing my Irish Tea, and I'd love for you to join me.  I have extra cupcakes that I can bring to the table.


 This adorable teapot is one that I found for $1.50.  It's old, has crazing, and the spout is chipped,  but I just love her!  The bottom says Carrigaline Pottery Co., Cork Ireland. I like to think that someone so lovingly carried it over from Ireland, and now I have the privilege of using it. The lace doily is from a blogging friend.  Isn't it gorgeous?


 This cup was an Ebay purchase and the lady said that the china had belonged to her husband's family.  It looks very old and says Rolland, Johnson Brothers on the underside.  I have to say that I adore this pattern!


 The pattern looks like Celtic hearts and  I just fell in love with it.  Inside the cup, at the bottom, is a repeat of the same design as in the middle of the saucer. 


 Maybe you'd like to read my Irish Blessings Journal from our dream vacation that my late beloved hubby and I took back in 2009? 


 Now, let's enjoy a Green Velvet Cupcake with our tea, shall we? My adapted  recipe comes from Kraft and it turned out so pretty! Instead of using semi-sweet chocolate, I used white chocolate with the food coloring because I wanted a deep green for the cupcakes.   The frosting is so light and creamy.  I hope you can try these for a St. Paddy's Day treat!  My Mom gave me the pretty plate,  which has no marking, but isn't it sweet?





1 pkg.   (2-layer size) white cake mix

2  oz.  white chocolate, melted (Kraft kitchens actually used semi-sweet chocolate)

1  Tbsp.  green food coloring (I used a few drops of gel colors of blue and yellow to get the bright green)

4  oz.  (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) Cream Cheese, softened

1  jar  (7 oz.) Marshmallow Creme

1  tsp.  vanilla

1 (8 oz.) container of frozen whipped topping, thawed

  HEAT oven to 350 degrees.

PREPARE and bake cake batter as directed on package for 24 cupcakes, blending melted chocolate and food coloring into batter before spooning into prepared muffin cups. Cool completely.
 
BEAT cream cheese, marshmallow creme and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add the thawed frozen whipped topping; beat just until blended.
 
SPOON frosting mixture into resealable plastic bag. Cut corner off one bottom corner of bag; use to pipe COOL WHIP mixture onto tops of cupcakes.
 

These were my happy helpers and taste testers!



Here's my counted cross stitch that I did back in 1997 and recently turned  into an envelope style pillow.  Slainte'!

 

  I am sharing this with:


Happy St. Patrick's Day! xo

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64 comments:

  1. Judith @ Lavender CottageMarch 11, 2015 at 7:03 AM

    The green velvet cupcakes not only look delicious but are a beautiful shade of green for an Irish tea. I like the books you picked up in Ireland, I brought back some nice treasures myself last year.
    A great find with the teapot and the teacups have a unique shamrock design.

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  2. Pam~ Virginia RetroMarch 11, 2015 at 7:15 AM

    Sweet post Kitty! The pillow is a great idea for your embroidery. I have the little cups that match your teapot. Love your cup & saucer and the cupcakes look good, but the tasters look great! :)

    See you at the crawl.

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  3. SylviaMarch 11, 2015 at 11:52 AM

    Love your tea pot and the tea cup! Cute tasters also. I could go for a cupcake right now!

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  4. Alex March 11, 2015 at 11:54 AM

    Wow, they look delicious! So does everything ~ the lucky 'testers' enjoyed it by the look of it!

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  5. Barbara F.March 11, 2015 at 1:33 PM

    What a beautiful post, Kitty. Love the tea cup and tea pot, I am sure those cup cakes just melt in your moth, and your helpers are all quite cute! A great job.

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  6. Linda @ Life and LindaMarch 11, 2015 at 3:37 PM

    How sweet Kitty. The teapot is so cute and a great find. Love seeing your tasters eating the sweet cupcakes. You have some pretty treasures...xo

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  7. Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieMarch 11, 2015 at 3:50 PM

    I love all of your Irish lovelies, Kitty! How wonderful that you got to visit Ireland with your sweetheart. That is a dream of mine - my Mother's family was from County Cork. The recipe looks wonderful and by the looks of the tasting committee, a big success! So adorable! Hugs xo Karen

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  8. LynnMarch 11, 2015 at 4:44 PM

    The cupcakes look great and your pillow is beautiful Kitty:@)

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  9. DianeMarch 11, 2015 at 5:30 PM

    Oh, Kitty!! That teacup makes me want to start a collection. How perfect is that pattern for St. Pat's?? The cupcake looks delicious and it must be, since the faces of your helpers show nothing but pure delight!! Also, how smart of you to add that pillow with the shamrocks - such a wonderful touch!!

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  10. Parsimonious Décor DarlingMarch 11, 2015 at 6:02 PM

    I adore that little teapot, the crazing is charming! What darling taste-testers you have!

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  11. MaryMarch 11, 2015 at 6:02 PM

    Kitty, I love your lovingly worn teapot with its crazing, I wouldn't have been able to resist giving it a new home! Your sweet teacup is just perfect for a St. Paddy's Day tea. I've seen several recipes lately for green velvet cupcakes and was curious. Judging from your cute taste testers, I see they are delicious! ♣

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  12. ellen b.March 11, 2015 at 6:26 PM

    What fun to have green velvet cupcakes! Thanks for the recipe. Fun teapot!

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  13. bj March 11, 2015 at 6:31 PM

    Oh, my, Kitty...I just LOVE that olden tea pot...you really found a bargain...it's so so pretty...
    love all the dishes and the lacy piece is just beautiful....hope u saved me a cupcake..:)

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  14. janice15March 11, 2015 at 6:35 PM

    Lovely post I enjoyed it very much.. I'm a bit Irish and I love that ole teapot .. Saw one at the flea market this past weekend and it had cups and saucer I past it up though.. had already spent my limited.. maybe next time.. I really want to try those Green Velvet cup cakes they look wonderful.. Happy Wednesday with love Janice

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  15. SarahMarch 11, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    Kitty, I'd gladly join that group of tasters. Those cupcakes look delicious. Thanks for the recipe!
    Glad that teapot found you. It's truly special. I'm really impressed with your pretty shamrock pillow. I love to work on linen, too. Happy St. Pat's Day!

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  16. BonnieMarch 11, 2015 at 7:26 PM

    Kitty, You have a cute group of helpers. I would enjoy a cup of tea and a cupcake with you. Are there any left!
    I do adore the sweet plate your Mom gave you. Darling teapot too, but my favorite is your hand stitched shamrock pillow.

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  17. ScribblerMarch 11, 2015 at 8:11 PM

    I just love all your pretties! I don't know which piece I like best: the teapot, the teacup or the plate. The goodies look great, too! Looks like you had lots of good help..;>)

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  18. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizMarch 11, 2015 at 8:25 PM

    Oh Kitty I do love that tea cup set you got. I bet it's extremely rare. Those cupcakes are fabulous in color and I'm betting taste wonderful! You've got a good crew of taste testers! The pillow looks in perfect condition- great pattern! Have a Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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  19. The Frugal MommaMarch 11, 2015 at 9:39 PM

    My kids would go crazy for those cupcakes. What a fantastic idea! Pinning this for later!

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  20. CherieMarch 12, 2015 at 1:45 AM

    I love that beautiful china and what a great way to celebrate St Patricks day

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  21. Tea in the LibraryMarch 12, 2015 at 7:10 AM

    A favorite post. The tea cup is wonderful! And the teapot is so like one my mom made me yeeeeeears ago! It just died - cracked in half and fell to pieces. Spontaneously. It was just sitting there on the counter waiting for it's bath and I was talking on the phone about how maybe I shouldn't use it for tea any more, perhaps it could be a planter or a bird house and crackled in half and that was that. The green cupcakes look great. Very festive.

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  22. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry)March 12, 2015 at 8:30 AM

    Kitty, I would love to sit with you and have a cup of tea brewed in your adorable pot (don't you think some pots make better tea than others?) and one of those yummy cupcakes! Your taste testers look like they have given the thumbs up to the recipe. I love that you have a journal of your trip with your true love. I have been thinking of documenting our trips together more carefully, but I always think I'll remember. You have inspired me to keep trying. Linda

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  23. thepaintedapron.comMarch 12, 2015 at 12:49 PM

    I love that plate with the gold trim Kitty, all your pieces are so pretty! I've seen a few recipes for green velvet cakes floating around and it sounds like a perfect spring treat! Your taste testers look very happy!
    Jenna

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  24. The French HutchMarch 12, 2015 at 12:56 PM

    Kitty, I would love one of those beautiful cupcakes and share a cup of tea or coffee with you. I love your pretty tea pot and the pattern on the cup and saucer. I would also love reading the Irish Blessings book, just love them too. The pillow is a great way to enjoy your cross-stitch. I see you had a darling group of helpers for the cupcakes!
    Happy St. Patrick's Day.........

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  25. hidden art of homemakingMarch 12, 2015 at 1:18 PM

    Hey Kitty,
    I love your post...Those green cupcakes are fabulous..and the china teacup, well, I am off to search out that pattern. It is beautiful..
    Have a good St Patrick's Day..
    Love, Mona
    p.s. your helpers are as cute as can be.. :-)

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  26. SavoringTime in the KitchenMarch 12, 2015 at 1:51 PM

    Your ebay china is gorgeous, Kitty! I'm surprised the woman would sell china that had been in her husband's family. Maybe they didn't have any family left who wanted it. Great purchase and I know you will cherish it for them :) Love the Green Velvet Cupcakes!

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  27. Michele M./ Finch RestMarch 12, 2015 at 4:58 PM

    WONDERFUL post, Kitty! I have had company all week and haven't done a single St. Pat's post and not sure I am going to be able to...going to try!

    Your china is absolutely stunning and I absolutely must make those cupcakes, golly my mouth is watering...and they're SO PRETTY!

    Your "happy helpers" are just too cute. ♣

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  28. Jean | DelightfulRepast.comMarch 12, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    Kitty, I found your delightful blog through your comment at Antiques and Teacups. I love your tea things! That wonderful teapot with the crazing was quite a find.

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  29. LuluMarch 12, 2015 at 8:16 PM

    I would be very happy to join you and at the moment a cupcake sounds divine as I am craving a sweet.

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  30. Debbie@Mountain BreathsMarch 12, 2015 at 8:32 PM

    Nice to see this delightful Irish post. How nice that you and Rich travelled to Ireland. The teapot is wonderful , and you have the nicest tea items! I would love a cupcake and know your helpers must love their job. xo

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  31. LorrieMarch 12, 2015 at 8:38 PM

    What a pretty Irish tea you created. The Green Velvet Cupcakes look like they were a hit!

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  32. KathleenMarch 12, 2015 at 9:17 PM

    Lovely post, Kitty! I love that teapot too, scars and all! The cupcakes look delicious. You did a beautiful job on that pillow, love it! Thanks so much for joining in the ♣ Blog Crawl, you are a dear! Happy SPD!

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  33. DeniseMarch 13, 2015 at 11:15 AM

    Hi Kitty, Boy that cupcake looks delish!! That's me -- always thinking about the food. ;) I LOVE, LOVE all your pretty china pieces. What a great find on the teapot, but that cup and saucer -- oh my!! I love the Celtic knot pattern in the center! You have a wonderful collection of teapots, cups, and saucers that you can use for tea. I might have to start a collection myself. Your pillow is lovely, and you did a great job on it.

    Thanks for kindly sharing your recipe with us, Kitty. I love your whole table setting and wish you a Happy St. Patrick's Day! Thanks so much for your visit to my pub table and have a great weekend!

    Hugs,

    Denise at Forest Manor

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  34. AnonymousMarch 13, 2015 at 2:04 PM

    Beautiful teapot and china...love it! The cupcake looks great.

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  35. Candy SMarch 14, 2015 at 1:23 AM

    Kitty, I am in love with the Rolland pattern teacup and plate from Johnson Brothers, it is lovely and so perfect for Saint Patric's Day. The teapot is very pretty too. The cupcakes look wonderful and your tasters look very happy eating their cupcakes.

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  36. MarigeneMarch 14, 2015 at 10:21 AM

    Kitty, you know I like that tea cup set, it is green...and the pattern is so beautiful. I would love to come across some plates in that pattern. It looks like your taste testers are really enjoying themselves!
    Have a wonderful weekend.

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  37. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMarch 14, 2015 at 9:31 PM

    I love both the teapot and teacup Kitty! The cupcakes sound delicious and the tasters do look very happy. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  38. The TablescaperMarch 15, 2015 at 8:10 PM

    How creative!

    - Alma, The Tablescaper

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  39. Antiques And TeacupsMarch 16, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    Oh Kitty...don't those cupcakes look delicious...and if you check out the taste testers...I guess that's a YES! So fun! Love your pretty setting too! Thanks for linking to Tuesday Cuppa Tea!
    Ruth

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  40. Miz HelenMarch 16, 2015 at 11:39 AM

    Hi Kitty,
    What a great Irish Post with all things Irish! Happy St. Patrick's Day and thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday!
    Miz Helen

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  41. SnapMarch 16, 2015 at 11:47 AM

    I knew you would have my mouth watering! Green velvet cupcakes ... who knew???!!! Perfect for St. Patrick's Day. Your teapot is a real treasure and I love the teacup. You have some very cute cake tasters! Happy St. Patrick's Day and Happy Tea Day!

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  42. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMarch 16, 2015 at 12:28 PM

    Love your shamrock pillow, Kitty! It's the perfect accessory for the holiday. Your green cupcakes look wonderful and are such a pretty treat for St Paddy's Day. The teapot is adorable and I love the teacup and plates. Your posting is a very festive one especially having included your charming family. Thank you for joining me for tea and Happy St Patrick's Day, sweet friend!

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  43. Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine LemonMarch 16, 2015 at 1:56 PM

    I love your teacup. Looks like the quality controllers gave their approval. :)

    Have a good day.

    Madonna

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  44. Daniela GrimburgMarch 16, 2015 at 2:12 PM

    Your Irish cupcakes look adorable Kitty and I confess I would love to be one of your happy helpers, such a great job :)

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  45. PatMarch 16, 2015 at 2:49 PM

    Kitty,
    Charming teascape, dear friend!!!
    I am quite smitten with both the Tea Pot and the Cup and Saucer!!!
    I adore how you made a pillow out of your cross stitch art. . .
    it was the first thing to catch my eye in your post!!!
    Happy Saint Patrick's Day!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  46. Tea in TexasMarch 16, 2015 at 3:34 PM

    Kitty, thanks for the very sweet comments about my blog. Your setting is so special with the teapot treasure you found also the tableware is soo cute. Have a great St. Paddy's Day. Enjoy our warm Monday. Pam

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  47. Deborah MontgomeryMarch 16, 2015 at 5:30 PM

    What a pretty tea, Kitty! Your helpers look like they are thoroughly enjoying those delicious-looking cupcakes. I do love that old, crazed teapot, very pretty. And your cross-stitched pillow is adorable. So nice that you have good memories of visiting Ireland with your dear husband. xo Deborah

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  48. MargieMarch 16, 2015 at 6:42 PM

    Happy St. Paddy's Day, Kitty! I would love to try your green velvet cupcakes. You definitely can't beat the $1.50 price for your cute shamrock teapot!

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  49. Martha's FavoritesMarch 16, 2015 at 10:01 PM

    Hi Kitty: Love the cute tea. That last tea cup is amazing. Thanks for always making want to be a better person. Blessings, Martha

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  50. Nora @ Teacup TalesMarch 16, 2015 at 10:30 PM

    Hi Kitty, Thanks so much for finding my blog as now I have found your amazing blog! As a new blogger I continue to be so inspired. I really enjoyed this post. I wish I read it earlier because it would have been fun to make the green velvet cupcakes. I'm sure my family would gladly enjoy them any time of the year though. Looks like your helpers gave the cupcakes five stars. The teapot is such a treasure and I'm so glad it found a home. All of my mom's family lives in West Cork (and London). My cousin lives in Carrigaline where your teapot is from! Wonder if she knows anything about that pottery company. I'll have to ask. Have a wonderful St. Patrick's Day! ~Nora

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  51. KarenMarch 16, 2015 at 10:54 PM

    Hi Kitty
    What a perfect St. Patrick's Day Tea Time you have created! I love the pretty teapot, teacup and plate. Your Green Velvet cupcakes are a perfect St. Patrick's Day Treat too. What happy looking cupcake tasting helpers you have. Everything is so cheerful and perfect for celebrating March 17th. Happy Tea Day! Karen

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  52. KarenMarch 16, 2015 at 10:55 PM

    Hi Kitty
    What a perfect St. Patrick's Day Tea Time you have created! I love the pretty teapot, teacup and plate. Your Green Velvet cupcakes are a perfect St. Patrick's Day Treat too. What happy looking cupcake tasting helpers you have. Everything is so cheerful and perfect for celebrating March 17th. Happy Tea Day! Karen

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  53. DebbieMarch 17, 2015 at 4:48 AM

    Stopping by this St. Pat's morning to wish you a happy St. Patricks Day. I didn't do a thing for the holiday this year. Not. A. Thing. Clearly what I need to jumpstart my creativity is a trip to your blog for a recipe or two. The green velvet sounds and looks divine. I'm a huge white chocolate fan so that's an extra perk. Your tasters are the best part of all.

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  54. Scrappy quilterMarch 17, 2015 at 6:32 PM

    What a wonderful teapot. And those muffins, oh my. They look divine!

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  55. StephanieMarch 17, 2015 at 7:55 PM

    Good evening, sweet friend! I am late to the tea party, but I hope there is still tea and sweets left :) If not, that is okace because just visiting with you is a blessing and joy.

    Your tea time is lovely and the tea cup that you found on Ebay is simply lovely! The history behind it is quite sweet too. Your pillow is beautiful, dear Kitty! You are so talented and your hands create lovely items.

    Thanks for sharing with Roses of Inspiration. I am so glad you join the party every Tuesday. Love and hugs!

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  56. CarrieMarch 17, 2015 at 8:01 PM

    Hi Kitty! Happy St. Patrick's Day! Your tea is so pretty, and that cup is terrific! I can see why it is a favorite. Those cupcakes look great and so green and cheerful. Great job with that pillow too, but the way, it is the perfect match to your tea :).

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  57. BernideenMarch 17, 2015 at 8:27 PM

    Wow Kitty - you do have lots of comments. I think everyone adores your baking skills. Especially your grandkids! I love your teapot with the crazing - per charm. Also, I noticed the hanky! Every cute!

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  58. Huckleberry stitchesMarch 18, 2015 at 7:51 AM

    Hi Kitty! Over from ROI! Everything looks lovely and I will have to make those cupcakes! They sound lovely! Beautiful table setting.

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  59. JacquelineMarch 19, 2015 at 8:19 AM

    Such a pretty green! I have to take cupcakes to a funeral this weekend and I am going to make this frosting! It sounds wonderful. Love the picture of the kids enjoying the cupcakes!

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  60. Miz HelenMarch 19, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    Congratulations Kitty!
    Your post is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you have a wonderful week and enjoy your new Red Plate!
    Miz Helen

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  61. Miz HelenMarch 19, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    Congratulations Kitty!
    Your post is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you have a wonderful week and enjoy your new Red Plate!
    Miz Helen

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  62. Julie's LifestyleMarch 19, 2015 at 7:12 PM

    Hi Kitty, Happy Belated St. Patrick's Day. I love your tea pot and the cross stitch pillow. The cupcake looks so cute green and perfect! Thanks for sharing the recipe. Have a nice Friday and weekend.
    Julie

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  63. UnknownMarch 21, 2015 at 12:56 PM

    GREEN Velvet! How FUN! I do hope you had a great St.Patrick's day!
    ~Liz

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  64. ConniecrafterMarch 21, 2015 at 7:54 PM

    So pretty, I just love your pot and pretty cups. The cupcakes look terrific, and love your stitched pillow!

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