Every summer, Grandma hosts my kids for a tea party using her beautiful collection of vintage teacups and dishes passed down from past generations. This year, my sister Rachel had the brilliant idea to take it up a notch with a fall cottagecore witches tea party theme — and it was pure magic.
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We held the party in Grandma’s flower gardens, surrounded by pumpkins, lace, and moody fall florals. From the whimsical table décor to the enchanted crafts, and from the spellbinding drinks to the decadent desserts, here’s everything you need to recreate your own witch tea party that’s perfect for fall, Halloween, or anytime you’re craving a little enchantment.
🌸 Cottagecore Witch Tea Party Decor
- Table Setting: We layered an adorable Amazon tablecloth with vintage lace, silk ribbons, and as many pumpkins as we could gather. The mismatched teacups, saucers, and vintage plates gave the table that “found treasures” charm.
- Florals: The night before, we visited Chateau Monette in Payson, UT, to pick fresh flowers. Laura styled the blooms in witch’s cauldrons and small pots, giving us bursts of moody, seasonal color.
- Ambiance: A collection of candles, mismatched holders, and twinkle lights added that moody glow — the perfect backdrop for our witches’ gathering.
🧹 DIY Crafts for a Witch Tea Party
1. Cottagecore Witch Brooms
Grandma Laura transformed three ordinary brooms into cottagecore masterpieces. She wired long branches to the handles for height, wrapped them with ribbons, and topped them with flowers and greenery. A little hot glue and wire (a crafter’s best friend) made them sturdy and magical.
2. Witch Hats with a Personal Touch
We ordered simple neutral witch hats from Amazon, and the girls customized them with dried flowers, moss, and ribbons. Each hat turned out unique — the perfect mix of spooky and whimsical.
3. Potion Tea Blends
Rachel created a DIY “potion bar” by filling small glass bottles with loose tea leaves from Amazon.
She added flavorings, edible glitter, and dried fruit so everyone could mix their own special brew. Watching the girls concoct their sparkly teas was one of the highlights of the day!
🍵 Witch Tea Party Menu
No tea party is complete without treats! Here’s what we served:
- Tea Sandwiches
- Cucumber with herbed cream cheese
- Croissants with ham, brie, and fig jam
- Pumpkin cream spread on multigrain bread
- Baked Treats
- Homemade maple pecan scones with clotted cream (a huge hit!)
- Mini forest berry pies
- Spiced apple cupcakes with cream cheese frosting + caramel drizzle (the favorite!)
- Showstopper Dessert
- A decadent Black Forest Cake layered with rich chocolate and the juiciest cherries — the perfect finale to our enchanted evening.
🪄 A Spellbinding Evening
Between sipping glittery tea potions, trying on their handmade hats, and snacking on too many scones, the girls laughed, chatted, and even “cast spells” well into the evening. The whole day was a reminder that sometimes the most magical memories are made when you mix a little creativity with a lot of love.
✨ Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate fall or Halloween, a cottagecore witches tea party is the perfect idea. From DIY witch brooms and hat decorating to potion tea and whimsical desserts, it’s equal parts cozy and magical — and it’s sure to enchant kids and adults alike.
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Great look! Love this tea party. I’m enjoying the whole look