Centerpiece with fresh flowers and candle light. Cloth or linen napkins in rings with a fresh flower in the ring. Lace table cloth. Water goblets with fresh lemon and a pitcher of ice water. Use sugar cubes for this special occasion with sugar tongs.
Some people enjoy cream in their tea, so be sure to have it available.
For you who are serving, making yourself scarce but be quick to pour another cup of tea or remove dishes. Be the servant for the day and show those you love how much you appreciate them. If it is a small gathering, be a generous and attentive hostess, but do sit and enjoy the party with your guests. Not all tea parties need to be formal. Often just the fact that you took out the tea cups and a little something for your guest is enough to show them they are special.