Are YOU a Downton fan???
We look forward to it every week. In fact, I even got my husband hooked. All of the characters and intrigue are so delightful. This season has flown by and I can’t believe that the season 3 finale is this weekend (sad face).
So I thought it would be awesome to have a Downton Abbey Season Finale Party.
My sweet husband helped me make some printables and you are welcome to use them in case YOU want to throw a little Downton party too!! This season there were SO many fabulous quotes from our favorite characters.
We’ve made SIX Dowager Countess Quotes that you can print off and frame as well as two different version of DOWNTON buntings with the Union Jack on them too – yay.
Here are the quotes from Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham (my favorites from the last season, three pages for six total quotes (Just page through the doc to see them all)):
I made them in a standard 4×6-inch size so that if you wanted to drop them in some inexpensive frames (dollar store) they’d be the same size as a photo print.
And here are two versions of “Downton” bunting, one with a faded Union Jack (British flag) background, and one a brighter version of the Union Jack on the ends!
As far as food for the party goes, tea sandwiches would be perfect like the ones we made for Ella’s party. We made chicken salad as well as cucumber and cream cheese.
Other ideas might be:
- Traditional cheese plate with bread or crackers
- Oysters on the half shell with mignonette sauce
- English trifle with layers of cake, pudding, fruit, and cream – yum!
- And tea and crumpets
Sarah @ Bombshell Bling says
LOL! I love love love these!!! So printing them out for a Downton party!! The Dowager Countess is for sure the best character on that show!! (With the best hats, too!) 🙂 My hubby and I watch it together as well.
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Its like you read my mind! You appear to know a lot about this, like you wrote the book
in it or something. I think that you can do with some pics to drive the message home a bit,
but other than that, this is wonderful blog. An excellent read.
I will certainly be back.
Michelle at Faith, Trust, & Pixie Dust says
Hello Jen, So glad to discover another Abbey Addict! I’m so obsessed that when I learned Costco had the dvd for season 3 – I hurried down, bought it & then watched the rest of the season! {I’m the same way with chocolate!} I adore the quotations you’ve shared. I loved it when Mr. Bates & Anna were setting up house in their cottage. Anna was talking about how they could fix the place up, & Mr. Bates told her that she improved it just by being in the room. *Sigh* I also love everything the Dowager Countess says. How about the exchange where she asks, “What is The Scarlet Letter?” Edith answers, “A novel by Nathaniel Hawthorne”. “It sounds most unsuitable!” is the Dowager’s response. I made some DA refreshments, but it was cucumber punch. Your sandwiches look so fun.
Kim M in PA says
Just have to add my favorite. When Sybil was having the baby and they were discussing taking her to the hospital someone mentions that they must consult Thomas. Violet says something like, “oh yes, let’s let the chauffeur decide.”
Raesha says
I’m a Cub Master so I totally LOVED this quote:
Mary says: Carson’s motto is “be prepared.
Dowager Countess says: That is until Baden Powell stole it.
I’m paraphrasing cause I don’t remember the exact quote but it was HILARIOUS!
Jen says
That was an awesome quote!!
xoxo
Teresa says
My all-time favorite quote is “What is a weekend?” Not sure which season it’s from, since we have watched all 3 seasons this year.
Jen says
I love that one too. That’s a classic!!
xxo
Debby J says
I started watching this season and caught up on the first 2 seasons online. I am so hooked I bought the book about the real Downton Abbey, written by the countess who now lives in the castle the show is filmed at. I could not believe how this season ended and can’t wait for the next season to start again.
Jen says
Oh wow – that book sounds amazing!! I need to read that!
xoxo
Angelina says
“Nothing succeeds like excess.” Dowager Countess~ Oscar Wilde
She said this when Mary showed her how beautiful the table was set for a dinner party.
Jen says
I love that one too!! Thanks Angelina 🙂
xoxoxoxo
Amy says
This is so great! My husband and I are hooked on Downton Abbey!! We just started watching this season, but are trying to catchup on Season 1 & 2, too!!! My favorite quote?
“You’ll make me untidy”….. Lady Mary
amy demik says
I’m hooked on Downton, as well. I’ve been watching every season since the beginning and now write about it every Monday on my blog and last week I hosted a DOWNTON ABBEY Valentine’s luncheon and book exchange!
http://www.commona-myhouse.blogspot.com/2013/02/downton-abbey-valentines-day-luncheon.html
It is such a fun reason to get together with girl friends. Thank you for sharing the bunting and printables! Love them! And can’t wait to have another Downton get together.
Jen says
Hi Amy!! That is so cool that you ave been sharing Downton ideas every Monday! And your Downton party looks like it was so much fun. I love those little round sandwiches you made!!
xoxoxo
Priscilla says
Oh. My. Word. My heart skipped a beat when I swathe title to this post and then I died a little when I saw all the cute stuff inside!!!!! Thank you for the freebies! I’m sure it will soften the blow of the season ending to see such fun quotes around the house!
Jen @ Tatertots and jello says
You are welcome Priscilla!! My husband and I just started watching the whole series over again last night lol. I love that show 🙂
xoxo
helen says
WE are having a DA tea on Sunday afternoon. Originally we had only about six that we thought would come. We are up to fourteen – everyone planning to come in period dress and hats. We/ve pulled out silver. china, teapots…..it just keeps growing. For a game, we are going to have a bag of questions, one of my favorite being, “what character on DA do you think you most resemble and why?’
Jen says
Wow! That sounds so fun Helen!! I would love to see pictures!!
xoxo
Amy @ Living Locurto says
Too fun! Love that show!!
Jen says
Me too Amy!! It’s so awesome 🙂
xoxo
Leslie Martin Young says
This is so cute! I love the quotes you chose, but I’m also fun of “I say, did you do something jolly with your hair?”
Leslie Martin Young says
A “fan” of … not fun!
Chessa says
So fun! What a great idea! I can’t believe its the end of the season! Thanks for sharing your ideas and printables!
Jen says
I know! This season went by so fast!!
xxo
Jody says
I heard that even though this week is the finale there is still the Christmas episode. I’m not sure if they will aire that after the finale this week or wait until next. Can’t wait! I don’t know how I will make it until season four!
Jen says
I know!! I am making my husband watch the whole thing from season one again haha!
xoxoxo
Sandra Smith says
My favorite: “Seems a pity to miss such a good pudding”
Jen says
That was such a good one! I should do another follow up with the ones I missed. Thanks for reminding me about that one Sandra!!
xoxo
Sarah Christensen says
love your ideas!!!!!!!
We just had a Downton Abbey Party last week.
Check it out; http://www.richandsarahchristensen.blogspot.com/2013/02/my-downton-abbey-tea-party.html
Blessings,
Sarah
Jen says
Sarah – your party looks like it was so fun!! I love that you put O’Brien on the loo. Perfect!!
xxox
Michelle says
Love this. Thanks for sharing. I also have my husband hooked on Downton Abbey and the Dowager is our favorite character. I almost cried when I heard this Sunday is the season finally.
Jen says
Me too Michelle!! It seems like it just started 🙁
xoxo
Stephanie says
“That is an easy caveat to accept because I’m never wrong.”
tatertotsandjello says
That’s a great one too Stephanie!!
xoxo
Kate says
Just like to say this post scared me for a second, thought I’d actually missed a whole season. The UK have ‘call the midwife’ season 2 running at least…. if that’s not reached the US yet then look out for it – truly delightful!
tatertotsandjello says
Hi Kate!!
I have been taping Call The Midwife but haven’t watched it yet. I heard it’s good!!
xoxoxo
Hannah says
When the newspaper man to whom Mary was engaged left in a huff and said “I doubt if you will ever see me again,” the Countess replied, “Do you promise.” : )
tatertotsandjello says
I loved that one too!! The dowager is just the funniest!!!
xxoxo
Annabaelle says
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Annabaelle says
I don’t remember the set-up but the Dowager was told something about “the week-end” and she replied “Week-end? What is a week-end?”
tatertotsandjello says
That was a good one. She is so funny!!
xoxo
Stefanie Gott-Dinsmore says
That’s one of my favorites too 🙂
Rebecca says
“Back in the knife box, Miss Sharp.” Although I think Miss O’Brian is evil, I did like this line from last week’s episode. 😉 Fun projects!
tatertotsandjello says
O’Brien has some good lines too! That was a funny one!! She is sneaky!
xoxo
Megan {Country Cleaver} says
I can’t pick a favorite quote or favorite moment the show is just That Great – but most often than not the best quotes do come from the Dowager Countess. Love these printables. If I start putting things up around the house the husband will REALLY think I’ve gone ’round the bend. Adorable!
bridget350 says
Jen! I’m so in love with these!!! I just caught up yesterday and when hey announced next week was the season finale, my heart just sank!!!
I actually posted Downton Abbey, well Bates & Anna) cookies today! Great minds think alike! 😉 I know it’s totally tacky to leave a link in the comments, but I think you’ll like them:
http://bakeat350.blogspot.com/2013/02/smitten-mr-bates-anna.html
tatertotsandjello says
Your cookies are amazing Bridget!! I am going to share them on my TT&J FB page – they would be so fun to make for a Downton party!!
xoxoxo
Tracey says
I got the season 3 DVD for my birthday—The ending is unbelievable!!!
tatertotsandjello says
Oh my goodness – I have heard some comments about the finale. I’m kind of afraid to watch it!!
xoxo
lauraingallsgunn says
My favorite quote was by the Dowager to Lord Grantham “Do you think I might have a drink? Oh, I’m sorry, I thought you were a waiter.”
But I must say Jen, your hair looks rather jolly!
Jen says
Hehe – those were great ones!!! I meant to put the waiter one in this batch. That was my favorite too!!
Happy Friday Laura!!
xox
nest of posies says
I double heart Downton! love the quote but i LOVE that Union Jack bunting!!! so cute!
tatertotsandjello says
Thanks my cute friend!! I love Downton so much. I wish there were twice as many episodes each season!!
xoxoxo
teresamnj says
Love Downton Abbey! I was so sad when Larkrise to Candleford ended, and now Downton has filled that void. This season went way too fast! Thanks so much for the quotes!
Rebecca says
I loved Larkrise too!
tatertotsandjello says
Rebecca and teresamnj — What is Larkrise to Candleford? I will have to google that!! I would love to find another show I love as much as Downton 🙂
xoxo
Rebecca Fellows says
Jen, I would basically describe it as a British version of Little House on the Prairie. Not as “deep” as DA but sweet, great storyline and really beautiful cinematography. My husband likes DA better but he still enjoys watching Larkrise with me. Only lasted 4 seasons. :(.
veronica says
I can’t believe it is the season finale already!?!? I may have to watch the whole season again while we wait for season 4 🙂 Maggie Smith is hands down my favorite – I wait on the edge of my seat for her lines!
tatertotsandjello says
I know!!! I might start the whole series over again from the beginning. And Maggie Smith is the awesomest!!
xoxo
Amanda @ Serenity Now says
YES!!! LOve this, Jen! 🙂
tatertotsandjello says
It’s just the best!!! I adore it so much. I hope you are having a fabulous Friday Amanda!!
xoxoxo
Betsy @ AnnaNimmity.com says
I love these! Thanks for sharing.
tatertotsandjello says
Thanks Betsy!!
I just love that show!!
xoxo
Allie says
Love these Violet quotes! Thanks for sharing!
tatertotsandjello says
Thanks Allie!! Violet is the best 🙂
xooxo