Please note - This is a Keepsake Story Box - all twelve letters will be mailed together in one package. This allows you to read the letters at your own pace.
If ordering as a Gift you will find a link to our Gift Card in your order confirmation email, this can be printed and given to the recipient to let them know their gift is on the way. Orders are mailed within 7 business days.
THE DORIS MITCHELL STORY
The year is 1922 and Doris Mitchell has left her hometown in Cornwall, England to start a new life in Melbourne, Australia. Doris is working in the fashionable Block Arcade and has formed new friendships with the shop girls in the Arcade. The girls meet in the Tearoom daily to chat about their lives, the latest fashions, changing hairstyles and of course, anything to do with romance.
After returning from the Great War, William Absalom chooses to live a quiet life on the family sheep station in the Western District, the harsh realities of war have left him weary and withdrawn. William is surprised when his feelings unexpectedly change after a visit from an old friend. Determined to put his troubled past behind him William embarks on a quest to rebuild his life and follow his hearts desire.
Deborah J.
Every letter is beautifully presented and I eagerly await each month's instalment.
The storyline is developing just as it should, and I thoroughly enjoy travelling back to a simpler time when people were more connected to each other. I'll be passing these lovely letters on to my Mum to read.
Tammy G.
Beautifully presented. Love reading each letter, takes you back in time.
Jayne M.
Lovely birthday gift that continues all year.
Sue B.
A gift for my cousin. She absolutely loves everything about them.
Clare M.
Sorry, I dont have photos, this is a gift for my mum. She is 93 and loving them. She is telling me the backstories of many of your characters, cause she knew or knew of many of them in the day. It brings her so much joy. Well worth every penny.
Pauline M.
I bought this for my Mother for Mother’s Day and she loves them! She looks forward to each delivery with great anticipation.
Pat
My friends and I have spent the past year gathering each month for tea and to read the latest from Doris Mitchell 1922. We met at The Tearooms in December and enjoyed High Tea while reading the final letter.
Annette Y.
My daughter is so happy with her Doris Mitchell letters. I am so glad I got them for a gift.
Thank you.
Kia S.
The Diaries were a present for my Mum.
She absolutely loves it all, above all the beautiful presentation and a story she can relate to. It gives her something to look forward to every month. Thank you.
ROSSLYN F.
I bought the subscription for a friend who was sad after losing her husband.
The letters arrived at a perfect time & she is really enjoying them & really looks forward to the next one arriving.
Joanne S.
After reading the letters, it has brought back memories of growing up in Melbourne. I also enjoy researching some of the links and characters prevalent at that time. Kind Regards
Carol S.
I bought the Doris Mitchell Letters for my daughter who is very hard to buy for. She loves it! I also bought the beautiful matching storage box. I’m so glad I found something unique.
Customer
Love the letters, thank you. Also a big thank you to the staff for all their help.
Leanne B.
It was a gift and my cousin is loving receiving the letters each month
Jennifer
Love this, I can't wait for the next juicy letter
Charmaine T.
I find that they are very well written and I love reading them.
Lynette S.
I gave this to a friend who has just retired. Jacki is loving the letters and sharing with her friends❤️
Wendy T.
Purchased for my sister's birthday with some trepidation whether she would like it. She loves reading but is very active, not a nanna type! However she is really enjoying it and bought a special folder to store the letters. Phew, a winner there.
Susan E.
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Mrs Kenny B.
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Lin S.
My friend that I bought the series for, loves getting them.
Trudi L.
Wonderful
Suzanne C.
Live getting these letters every month and seeing how Doris' story unfolds.
Teresa B.
I bought the Doris Mitchell letters as a 60th birthday present for my best friend as she loves the 1920s era. She is enjoying reading each monthly letter.
Olga K.
Thank you
I'm loving them
Its a treat from me to me
It reminds me of letter writing with friends in my youth ❤️
Alison P.
I got this subscription for my daughter as a birthday gift. She absolutely loves it and looks forward each month to getting her letter
Jenny K.
i brought the gift for my mother in-law for Christmas.
i had know idea to write for a gift. she didnt know who sent it
Cheryl M.
I purchased it for my best friend as she loves getting mail and is about the last letter writer I know!!!
That is sad but I guess even us oldies have moved with the times!!
She is thoroughly enjoying the story and lets me know as soon as the next instalment arrives!!!
Lorraine H.
I bought it for our daughter and she loves the letters!
Sue H.
I've loved receiving the Tea Room letters.
It takes me back to the time when my Grandmother Daisy and her Sisters lived in Melbourne .
I imagion it was very much like how they lived and loved and worked in t
He generation before my mother..
The pictures are so beautiful thankyou
Katherine
I’ve just started reading Doris Mitchell’s journal entries in 'The Tearoom Diaries', and I’m already a little enchanted. Set in 1922, the writing feels so intimate, like you’ve stumbled across someone’s private thoughts and can’t help but keep turning the pages.
Doris has such a natural, engaging voice. There’s something quietly captivating about the way she notices the world around her, and it makes you feel close to her almost immediately. The journal style really adds to that feeling, like you’re getting to know her one entry at a time.
I also love how the time period comes through in these gentle, everyday details - it never feels forced, just beautifully woven in. There’s this soft sense that something more is waiting beneath the surface, and it’s already pulling me in.
I’m genuinely excited to keep reading and spend more time in Doris’s world - and already wondering why on earth I waited so long to finally purchase this. A heartfelt thank you to Susan for crafting something so charming and immersive. xxx
Customer
My mother received it as a birthday gift and loves it. She looks forward to the next letter and to read the story as it unfolds in a quaint old fashioned way. Genteel, Romantic and very periodic with twists and turns on love and life.
Greg B.
This was a gift for my wife. She enjoyed the letters but as a mature woman (her words, not mine), she said she would probably enjoy them more if she was younger.
Julie C.
Love my letters what a wonderful experience. My Daughter and Daughter in law so enjoy sharing it all with me as well. A lovely way to spend a quiet time in the evening going over the details in each letter . I love looking up the history that goes along with each letter. Makes the last cup ot tea before sleep so much fun. Thankyou .
Great fans of The Tea Room Diaries.
Julie , Em and Anni.
andrea l.
This was a 85th birthday gift for my mother and she is enjoying very much
Mercedes M.
I love receiving the letters, and after a few of them it feels like they are coming from real people whose lives I have become invested in. A fun way to learn a little bit about the past
Jan S.
I bought this for my daughter's birthday. In today's world of receiving mail electronically, she eagerly looks forward to her monthly delivery by the post; 'the old fashion way'.
Jan
Paula E.
Awesomeness, I even got a set for my friend and she loves it. Thanks
Margaret S.
Since purchasing The Tearoom Diaries, I love having a reason to look in my mailbox. The quality of the beautifully presented diaries is well matched by the cleverly written & interesting extracts. Once I’ve read what experiences the likeable characters have been up to, I finish off with ‘Can’t wait til next month!’
Loretta H.
Loving reading my monthly letters & going back in time when life was simpler, just wish they were longer. Take my time reading them as want to make it last. Loving the stories.
Pamela R.
Mum is always checking the mailbox, so what better gift than a delightful story that arrives in instalments... a chapter a month with added treats. A most gorgeous gift (& created locally!)
Pnina S.
Love receiving the letters from a bygone era, scene is painted, it’s like stepping back in time and feeling the moment!
Wendy W.
It was wonderful being fully immersed in those beautiful and much slower by-gone days.
Victoria C.
This is such a beautiful gift. My daughter and I are reading together and loved it so much we ordered it for my Mother as well. We will definitely be ordering the others.
Customer
Love these letter so pretty can’t wait to find them in my mailbox
Sigrid V.
I love receiving my monthly letter from 'The Tearoom Diaries. It's exciting not knowing what Doris Mitchell has been up to. The juicy snippets of gossip and revelations about her life, friendships and d'alliances are worth waiting for. Letter writing is nearly a thing of the past which is a shame as it is an art form and way of communicating that is rich in anticipation, mystery and an honesty that is missing in texting and phone calls today. Love the whole concept. Can't wait till March arrives.
Jenni A.
My dearest friend gifted me Doris and William’s story for Christmas 2024. As each letter arrived I wrote a summary of the diary entries and sent them back to my friend, so she could share them as well. Now she has gifted me Lily’s diaries and I am waiting each month for the next part of her journey. Thank you for such a wonderful insight to their lives and the ongoing evolution of their stories.
Brun F.
I am beyond excited, I get two letters a month because I love the Diaries and one letter wasn’t enough. My teacup is ready and the kettle is boiling. The letters always arrive just in the right time of day for a read and a cuppa. I really like this. Much appreciated and puts happy vibes all through my day❤️BrunFree
M B.
I look forward to receiving and reading my letters each month.
Denise K.
I love receiving my letters!
I always make myself a cup of Tea and sit down at the Dining table to open and enjoy my Letters from Doris.
They take me back to simpler and gentler times.
My Aunt worked in Georges back in the 1920s so I have many stories she shared with us and such happy memories of Block Arcade ,the lovely speciality Shops and particularly the TeaRooms .
My favourite thing to do when I go into the City is stroll through the Arcades and soak in the beautiful Mosaic tiled Floors, the Architecture and charm of the Shops.
Now I will be able to imagine all sorts of things while I wander through. I love the History of Melbourne in the 1920's that is so beautifully woven into the Letters and the gorgeous Postcards included.
I always read all the extra information that is included on line too.
Love to read about the Fashions of the time.
such a Romantic and interesting Era.
My Husband gave me this Collection of Letters for Christmas .....so thoughtful and the Perfect Gift for me.
I'm seriously considering gifting Letters to my sister for her 80th Birthday in June.
I know she ll adore receiving them too.
Kind Regards
Denise Kaczynski
Heath P.
I'm enjoying receiving & reading my correspondence from Doris Mitchell. It's a lovely feeling when I see Doris' letter sitting in my letterbox & I take time out to sit quietly with a cuppa & read my letter. I am transported back in time & familiar with the storyline setting having visited Melbourne & country Victoria several times, strolled through the beautiful Block Arcade browsing in the shops & having morning tea with a friend in a quaint teashop many years ago now. The era of the storyline aligns with the young adult lives of my grandparents (now deceased). It makes me relive my connection with them, such fond memories. I have enjoyed the beautiful vintage cards I have received so far, & wrote & gave one to a girlfriend with the sentiment of "thinking of you".
I look forward to my next letterbox drop of a letter from Doris.
Thankyou for brightening my days.
Pauline Heath
Helen T.
Love receiving and reading the letters
Julia S.
True to your word it arrived on time. Was a surprise gift for one of 3 sisters & now she’s going to forward each one on as a surprise to the next sister They are beautiful cards & letters & heartlifting to read, a time of nice gentle things!
Ann E.
Quaint experience. Collectable. Sweet
Lisa L.
I gave the letters as a gift to my mum for Christmas. She loves receiving the letter in the mail and displays them in the keepsake box with pride. Such a wonderful gift idea and received with a smile every month.
Robert B.
Enjoy receiving the diary entries each month and reading the unfolding story. Also love the pictures accompanying each diary entry.
Vanessa H.
My daughter and I gifted my 87 year old mother with the Tea Room Diary Letters for Christmas and it has been a real hit. My mother says with a smile "receiving the letters is something I look forward to each month and I have a special folder that I am keeping them all in".
Linda A B.
Comments were via feedback from gift recipient.
They eagerly await the next edition to the storyline.
So glad that I purchased for a special friend.
Melissa F.
Love our monthly high tea to read the latest letters.
Michelle D.
i brought this for my MIL for Christmas. She can't stop talking about it. Loves it so much and can't wait for the next months letter
Nancy M.
It's wonderful to read about a young woman's experiences arriving in Melbourne in the 1920's. She is so full of hope and promise. It's a lovely story so far.
Margaret S.
My sister is enjoying her present.
Annette H.
My girlfriend loves it and looks forward to the mail coming each month
Joanna J.
Bought this as a gift for my Mum. She LOVES receiving the letters. She reminisces about the tea rooms and the ‘good old days’ in Melbourne. She’s really enjoying the stories. Thank you.
Carla B.
The story is interesting and engaging. ;)
Michelle W.
This was a gift from my sister and I totally love the whole concept. I wanted to keep reading more after the first letter arriving so it was a long wait.
Michelle C.
My dad is really enjoying the letters. Unfortunately my mum has been too ill and passed away last week.
Could you please have the subscription changed to my dad's name please? His name is Keith Choules.
tony n.
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Grace J.
The letters are beautiful and postcards are gorgeous. I only wish they came more often. Look forward to receiving them.
Robyn E.
I gave it as a gift for my elderly sister who can’t mobilise very well.
She absolutely loves it.
It gives her motivation and something to look forward to every month.
I wish it arrived every fortnight instead of monthly as it’s “a long time between drinks “.
Heather B.
This was a gift to my sister for Christmas and she throughly love getting the letters that are superbly presented. It’s something she looks forward to. A gift that keeps coming. Thank you
Julia P.
It’s so lovely receiving the letters in the post. They are so beautifully presented on gorgeous paper with the inclusion of postcards and wonderful recounts of the life and times. I am truly enjoying them.
Angela H.
Love the era and beautifully written!
Jenny F.
I gifted this to my Mum and she has received two letters so far and is absolutely loving it. Such a great gift, I highly recommend it.
Helen M.
Jean shared that she loves the letters
Lyn B.
My purchase of Tearoom Diaries was a gift to my daughter. I know she is enjoying them and shares them with her teenage daughters as well.
Carmel W.
I haven’t had the opportunity to read these for myself as I purchased this for a gift to my partners mother.
I can report that she seems to love it ! It is quite a novel idea ( pun intended - ) and really enjoys the storyline.
I know that she does anticipate the arrival of the next chapter arriving.
Also, that she is keeping it in a special binder folder for an on going keepsake. And that I am looking forward to reading it when I get the opportunity since we live very far apart .
Customer
I bought the first story for my wife as a Christmas gift, she absolutely loves it and devours her letter when it arrives, and then can’t wait for her next one!
Joanne E.
My mother was delighted with the gift surprise and quality of her first delivery - with all its components, including the teabag and letter storage box.
Due to the month between mailed installments, she feels the reading of the letters will hold better continuity for her if she reads them one after the other perhaps at the 6 month mark. (She does a lot of book and newspaper reading in the interim). Thankyou for this fun project to gift to her.
Leanne F.
The Tearoom Diary letters were a gift for my Auntie. She has been enjoying them immensely and very much looks forward to receiving them each month. They are a true blessing.
Sue S.
I ordered the tearoom diaries as gifts for my mother and my aunt, and they both love receiving each month's issues.
Helen K.
Looking forward to this month's letter.
I am using the time reading the letter to relax and put the business behind me for a few moments.
Sharyn L.
A wonderful experience so far, you feel you are experiencing this through the letters.
Shirley D.
Was given as a gift so far they are loving it.
Wendy W.
It was wonderful taking me back to a slower, quieter and more meaningful time.
Anne F.
My step daughter absolutely loves receiving her letters every month and being a romantic, they bring her joy.
Aileen B.
So beautiful and I love hearing her stories. Best gift ever.
Angela F.
I gave the letters as a gift & my elderly friend LOVES getting her letters every month!
Margaret M.
Enjoyed receiving the letter and the comments
Laura D.
Wonderful letters, really enjoy receiving them and being transported back to days gone by.....
Timothy N.
We purchased this for my mother and she loves it! It’s the Christmas gift that keeps on giving. We enjoy hearing the latest updates from her and discussions it leads to.
It’s a fantastic idea!
Leonie W.
My Mother has enjoyed receiving her letters each month,something to look forward too ❤️
Leanne O.
I bought this for my 85 yr old Mumma in NZ for a Xmas present. So far, she has received two and loves them. She is saving it all in a folder for me to see when I get there in a few months. Thanks
Merle S.
Lovely Stories
Strella F.
This was a Christmas gift for my interstate daughter. I have not seen her deliveries. She said it was fun to receive them.
Deb R.
I gave the Doris Mitchell letters to my mum for Christmas and so far she’s absolutely loved the ones she’s received in the mail. It’s the perfect gift for someone who has everything
Elizabeth P.
I receive these letters in Australia and my elderly mum receives them in England - we have such lovely conversations about the story of Doris - a great bonding. Thank you liz
Lori R.
I bought this as a gift for my 88yo mother for Christmas, who lives on her own interstate from me and she tells me how much she looks forward to the letters coming in the mail. She reads them over and over and picks up on things she has missed in a previous reading. She says it is the best Christmas gift she has received in many, many years because it lasts a whole year. I will be buying her the other collections for Christmas this year, She ahs told me that the presentation is amazing and that she is able to imagine the scenery the writer talks about with ease.
Jenny M.
It’s such a delightful experience receiving a beautiful letter in the mail. The characters and story make you smile. Adding to this, is the feeling of familiarity with Melbourne landmarks. I love the postcards and notice that I check the letter box more often, waiting for the next delivery.
Sharon C.
I bought The Tea Room Diaries for a friend's birthday and she absolutely loves them. She so looks forward to them arriving each month, often saying that she can't wait until the next one arrives to see what happens. The good thing is that I get to read them too and she's decided to put them all into a folder as a keepsake.
The letters are keeping us guessing at the moment!
The postcards that come with them are delightful and the notepaper really lovely.
She has said that it's one of the nicest presents she's ever got.
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