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Blog Parties· Long Live Silliness· The Kork-Knees

It’s time for TEA! Let’s all be mad and have a party!

July 23, 2016

(This post is for Vanessa’s annual Mad Tea Party blog hop…excessive silliness, starring the Kork-Knees, will ensue. Fair warning!)

I told them not to follow.

I told them it wasn’t actually a white rabbit, it was Jack Kork wearing white rabbit ears. That it was a joke.

But did they listen? Ooooooh no. Off they ran, the scamps, gleefully shouting that they were “following the white rabbit!”

Sigh.

So I suppose there’s nothing to do but go fetch them. I wander out onto the patio to see where they got to, but I don’t see them anywhere.

That’s odd. Usually I can at least hear them giggling when they hide.

Frowning, I start moving pots & looking in plants, calling for them.

Nothing, not a peep!

But then suddenly I see a flash of white…

…I look over at it, and find…

Jack Kork’s white rabbit ears hat!

Oh dear. They found a portal.

Well, I told them to be careful; it’s that time of year, and there’s no telling what kind of crazy portals might open up & lure them in. Well, they’ll have to learn the hard way, I suppose.

I take the little hat with me while I go back inside to make some tea.

I’m about to pour the water into my cup when I hear some faint music…I set the kettle down and investigate. Might be the Kork-Knees coming back.

I take a step, and WHOOSH! I’m sliding down…a hole? But I didn’t see one!

Then I tumble out…somewhere…tumble once in a somersault, then start sliding fast down a hill. When I come to a stop, I’m in a strange room, and I hear all kinds of high-pitched laughter and giggling. I’ve found the Kork-Knees, that’s for sure.

I sit up & look around. Kallie Kork sees me. “Wasn’t that fun?!” she gushes.

“Well…um…sure…” I know from experience that it’s best to just agree that everything is fun. “What are you all doing?”

She giggles, a bit…madly. “Why, we’re having TEA!”

I then notice that there’s a table laden with tea things…and confetti…and some kind of nibble…

…and the Kork-Knees.

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They are excited to have lots of different tea…oh heck, they’re just always excited to have a party!

And then, suddenly…

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What’s this?! How did my kitty Bast get here, too? She must have followed me down the hole!

Oh hang on, I think I know why…

…one of the teas is peppermint…

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And she likes peppermint.

The Kork-Knees are laughing like mad.

I decide to look around, and see treats…

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And tea…

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I ask the Kork-Knees where I should start.

“TEA!” They yell, bouncing up and down.

Tea it is!

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As I happily sip my teas – all three are delicious, of course – I ask the Kork-Knees what the stack of unicorn cards is all about.

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They don’t know, but say we must find out. So I gingerly turn one over…

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Awwwwww! Hey Korks, you’re my besties!

They all giggle & ooooh and aaaaaah.

I turn over another one:

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Um…I didn’t ask a question…

However, Mr Crazy Scamp Jack Kork giggles even more madly than usual & scampers off, the others following him…

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And the next thing I know, they all dive into a bowl of confetti!

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Even I’m chuckling at this point.

“What are you doing?” I ask, laughing at their silliness.

“Bazinga!” They shout.

“Wait…what? Are you quoting Big Bang Theory at me?!”

Laughing uproariously, they all yell, “Bazinga!” and dive into the confetti again!

Suddenly I remember…I know what they’re doing!

So now I’m laughing and laughing along with them. Finally they crawl out of the confetti, giggling and trying to catch their breath.

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“Ok all that made me hungry…let’s eat the goodies!” They agree!

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Oy, I’m full now!

And the Kork-Knees are napping…well, three of them are…Jack Kork is still raring to go…

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I think it’s time to call it a day! I’m going to gather up the (sleepy) scamps and hopefully find the portal quickly and head back home. Oh…I slid down a hole to get here…I hope I don’t have to climb up that hole somehow to get back home…?

I hear Jack Kork giggling to himself. I’m sure he knows how to find the portal to a fast trip home.

We hope you had fun at the party! And to say thanks for stopping by, here’s a little giftie…the “Eat” and “Drink” printable! (It’s a design I made & usually sell in my shop, so please no commercial use…personal use only! :) ) You just print it out onto one regular size sheet then cut each one out; each is 5″x7″. :)

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Once I make my way back home, I’m going to go visiting all the other parties! See you all there!

— Sara & the Kork-Knees

Hi, I'm Sara, and I've been running this blog since...well, for a long time (ok, since 2005, and actually years before that at other URLs). I'm an ex-professor turned online entrepreneur & I love nothing more than creating & immersing myself into imagined worlds. More about me here. I also design things for my online shop here & do freelance Wordpress design/dev here. You can also find me on my bookstagram or pinning pretties on Pinterest. :)

Tagged with: blog party, imagined worlds, korknisse, Mad Tea Party, magic portals, whimsy20 Comments

Comments

  1. laura says

    July 23, 2016 at 10:20 am

    Bazinga! I love it! The Kork Knees are very adventurous! I really enjoyed hanging with them and you!
    blessings
    ~*~

    Reply
  2. Sharon Rawson says

    July 23, 2016 at 10:34 am

    Oh,my! I am in love with the scamp-a-licious Kork-Knees! What a clan and how nice of them to invite you to tea! Bazinga!

    Reply
  3. Marilyn says

    July 23, 2016 at 12:35 pm

    I enjoyed the adventure with the Kork-Knees. Great writing of a fun time.

    Reply
  4. Audra Marie says

    July 23, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    I so loved the kork-knees and your story. Adorable and fun!

    Reply
  5. William Charlebois says

    July 23, 2016 at 3:41 pm

    I am so happy to have met new friends – the Kork-Knees! What wonderful and fun little people! The treats were so delectable, and sharing them with the cat was even more fun. Thank so much for the parting gift. I had such a wonderful time!

    Reply
  6. Magaly Guerrero says

    July 23, 2016 at 4:43 pm

    I had never seen a Kork-Knee before and now that I’ve seen I can’t imagine how I’ve lived my entire life without them. They are sooo cute! I also love your storytelling style–the sounds, in particular. And, of course, I’m quite taken by the yummies.

    Happy Mad Tea Party! ♥

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  7. Anne says

    July 23, 2016 at 7:05 pm

    How absolutely delightful!! Wonderful party, and that sweet BAST!! Thank you for your hospitality, Dear! Happy Mad-Tea-ing!
    Hugs,
    Anne
    http://alittlefurinthepaint.blogspot.com/2016/07/welcome-to-mad-tea-party-2016.html

    Reply
  8. Maria says

    July 23, 2016 at 8:38 pm

    The Kork-Knees truly know how to throw a party! I had a lovely tumble through the portal to your festivities! And thank you for the giftie!

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  9. Jane K says

    July 23, 2016 at 8:47 pm

    Love your party with the mischievous kork-knees and Bast is a delight, such a faithful feline following you down the hole or was she lure more by the smell of delicious peppermint tea, maybe a combination of both. It was a merry party to be sure.

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  10. Lynzie Coller says

    July 23, 2016 at 11:01 pm

    What a sweet little post with your cute friends! I love it!

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  11. Celeste says

    July 24, 2016 at 10:57 am

    Cute Korks, kitty, and fun !!!!please come and visit my tea here:http://plumfieldhousegardens.blogspot.com/2016/07/scottish-faerie-mad-tea-party.html#links
    Celeste

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  12. Emily Rose says

    July 24, 2016 at 3:43 pm

    This was so much fun! At first I didn’t know what was going on, but then I saw the Cork Knees (cork knees? cork-knees? korkknees? Are they from the Orkneys?) and then I was all in! BAZINGA!
    :)

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  13. Misha/Dawaioser (Cosmic Girl) says

    July 24, 2016 at 6:01 pm

    Hahahahaha…the Korks in the confetti is quite festive and made me laugh. You have no idea how much I needed that. This week has been wearing me down on a soul-sucking level. Thank you for this bit of fun and silliness. <3

    I'm a day-late to the fun and just now getting around to each party, but if you haven't already, do drop by and say hi. :)
    ~ Misha
    http://dawaioser.livejournal.com/870467.html

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  14. Lynda Shoup says

    July 24, 2016 at 6:12 pm

    What a whimsical and well told tea party! I enjoyed your story telling oh so much! Beautiful and fun! Thanks for posting this. I enjoyed myself thoroughly.

    Tea is still on at my party if you care to visit:
    http://reclaimingmybohomojo.blogspot.com

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  15. Sarah Hanson says

    July 24, 2016 at 6:29 pm

    Ha,Ha,Ha! I love the Kork-Knees, but them I’m always up for some excessive silliness, too! Thanks for the fun. Cheers, Sarah

    Reply
  16. Ricki Jill Treleaven says

    July 24, 2016 at 9:08 pm

    First of all, my family thinks I’m crazy because I’m sitting over here giggling and I can’t stop. I love the Cork-Knees. This is seriously the most fun post! I love it! Bast drinks tea? My Westie tries to drink my tea all the time.

    I’m obsessed with the unicorn cards. Where did you get them? What are they for????

    I enjoyed your party!

    Happy Mad Tea Party!
    xo,
    Ricki Jill

    Reply
  17. Mrs. Sarah Coller says

    July 24, 2016 at 10:53 pm

    Super cute—thanks for the printable too!

    Reply
  18. Kerstin Bulin says

    July 26, 2016 at 12:00 pm

    We are all mad in here….happy unbirthday to you. Sorry i´m late but my computer cracked down.
    Hugs
    Kat

    Reply
  19. Justina says

    July 27, 2016 at 1:32 pm

    SARAH! I’m late! I’m late! For this very important date! I am still making my way around to all of the fantabulous tea parties and I am so happy that I stumbled upon yours!!! I LOVE your blog!! How whimsical!!! Your kitty with the head in the cup! Oh My! How adorable! Those sprinkled treats looked most magickal.. should I taste just one small bite, I might shrink down to the size of a keyhole! That might be the only way I could get through to the next party…. OMG I LOVE those beautiful unicorn cards! Thank of you for the eat drink printable! :-) How i love freebies and party favors! <3 You were an excellent hostess!

    Now I invite you to my gathering! Won't you join me for a spot of mint rose or ginger peach tea, raspberry scones, and an excellent game of croquet? Follow the white rabbit through to this link!
    http://justinasworld.com/a-fanciful-twists-mad-tea-party/

    Justina
    xoxo

    Reply
  20. Girly Pretties says

    July 30, 2016 at 3:17 pm

    Hello there! Love your guess and so lovely colored party!
    Do you like roses? Lets to come to see us:http://blythetheque.blogspot.fr/2016/07/the-most-fragrant-roses-party-la-vie-en.html

    Hugs

    Monika

    Reply

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