Tea parties aren’t just for little girls! These days, bridal shower tea parties and baby shower tea parties are becoming more and more popular – especially in the colder months. This theme presents opportunities for floral, feminine details along with cozy, scrumptious fare. In this next DIY project, we’ll show how to create a favor perfect for your next tea-rrific party. These custom tea bags will be a hit!
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Custom Favor Tags
- Compostable Tea Bags
- Loose Tea (we used a cardamom chai blend)
- Natural Cooking Twine
- Small Hole Punch
- Scissors
Designs we used include: Vintage Bridal Shower Party Tea Favor Tag and Chai It, You’ll Like It Mug
Here’s how you do it:
First, fill each bag with 1-2 teaspoons of loose tea. We used 2 teaspoons because we like it strong!
Next, secure the tea within the bag. Do this by folding the bag in half width-wise (skip this step if you are using smaller tea bags). Then fold the top, open corners inward (paper airplane style), creating a point. Fold the point toward the edge of the folded corners. This will create the look of a classic, store-bought tea bag. Then, using the small hole punch, pierce a hole in the center of the folded point.
To fasten the folded bag, cut 10” of twine. Create a cow hitch knot by inserting both ends of the twine through the punched hole. Then thread the ends through the back loop.
Lastly, add the favor tag with a simple square knot. It’s as simple as that!
Before giving them away, be sure to brew yourself a cup for quality assurance. Take a sip and enjoy the fruits of your labor!
If you create this favor for yourself or a tea-loving loved one, please share it with us by using the hashtag #zazzlemade on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. We’d love to see your custom bags!
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Jenny is Zazzle’s Associate Art Director. She loves DIY projects and making things with her hands. When she’s not getting crafty, you can find her hosting dinner parties, reading books, or cuddling her cat, Luna.
Clever – I didn’t know you had these tea bag tags – I’m going to have to go create some now. Thanks for a fun read!!