I was trying to think of something cute to give away as favors for my little one's tea party and I came up with these...
They are "Tea Bag" favors! Here's what you'll need to make some:
* small rectangular glassine envelopes
* thin ribbon or string
* scrapbook paper
* small candies or toys
* flower paper punch
* circle paper punch
* glue stick
* tape
To begin, partially fill the glassine envelopes with small candies or other small toys (not for children under three!). Look for things that aren't too bulky - small candies, stickers, etc... Next, seal the envelopes with some magic tape and fold-in the top two corners to form a tea bag shape - secure with more tape.
Next, make some tea bag hanging labels by punching out some flowers and circle shapes from your scrapbook paper with your paper punches. I will eventually personalize these with my daughter's name and the words "Special Blend". You can hand write the label wording or print it out on your computer. Tape one end of a thin piece of ribbon to the back of one of the punched flower shapes and then glue another flower shape on top of it - sandwiching the ribbon in between. Glue a circle shape to the middle on each side of the flower.
These would be adorable presented in a little tea tin or box, but I will probably just bundle a few up and tie them with a ribbon.
:-)
Jessica
You are just too clever!! These are adorable! Can't wait to see the whole party!
Posted by: Glory | March 10, 2010 at 10:50 AM
so cute!!!
Posted by: Nicole Underwood | March 10, 2010 at 11:03 AM
Awesome awesome awesome -- MORE PLEASE!! :)
Posted by: Mrs. Cozy Home | March 10, 2010 at 11:19 AM
Absolutely darling....so cute!
Posted by: Ceekay | March 10, 2010 at 11:37 AM
Jessica, you are so cute. I'm going to a grown up tea party soon with blogging friends, and these would so darn cute on the table. I'm running out of time though. I should be packing : )
I'll probably be away to enjoy all your pretty pictures of your young ones tea party. The way it's going... I'm sure it will be a smashing hit. You are great.
Love Claudie
xoxoxo
Posted by: claudie | March 10, 2010 at 12:53 PM
I LOVE what you did with the bags and for your older daughter's birthday! Every tiny detail was gorgeous and my mind is reeling with ideas for the end of the year birthdays.
Posted by: nico designs | March 10, 2010 at 03:13 PM
Gorgeous!!!! So sweet!
Posted by: cashon & co | March 10, 2010 at 07:14 PM
You are the new Martha.....Your daughter must be beaming! Wonderful idea!
Posted by: Jeanne | March 10, 2010 at 08:29 PM
jessica,
are you just having the most fun, or what? love it! love it all!
come by and see my current post, if you can. i am asking for a little decor advice.
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | March 10, 2010 at 09:24 PM
A very cute idea!!
Posted by: Zoe, Conversation Pieces | March 11, 2010 at 05:38 AM
LOVE this idea. Thank you for sharing this! I am planning a Mad Hatter Tea Party and these would be perfect!
Best wishes,
Tammy
Posted by: Tammy | March 11, 2010 at 08:36 AM
You always have the best ideas!
Posted by: Berlin | March 11, 2010 at 08:32 PM
Beautiful! I want these at my wedding!
Katie xox
Posted by: Katie | March 12, 2010 at 04:09 AM
Beautiful and very clever. Just love these. Thanks so much for sharing. Cheers, Lia
Posted by: Lia from Petite Little Bee | March 12, 2010 at 05:07 PM
I love these! How fun, these would be great for a grown up tea party too, maybe dolled up a little with some ribbon from my friend Nancy's shop{gildingthelily} You DO have the best ideas.
Posted by: frenchgardenhouse | March 12, 2010 at 08:09 PM
Those are so adorable! Great idea...love those tiny little candies. SWEET!
Posted by: Andrea at My Feathered Nest | March 12, 2010 at 09:21 PM
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Posted by: Louis Vuitton handbags | March 28, 2010 at 05:25 AM
Love this! I wish I had seen this when I did my cookie tea bags!
Kim @ http://frostmeblog.blogspot.com/2010/03/teabags.html
party inspiration
Posted by: Kim Cahill | April 07, 2010 at 10:34 AM
Really nice site , thanks for sharing cool stuff
Posted by: party favors | May 19, 2010 at 11:45 PM
I LOVE what you did with the bags and for your older daughter's birthday! Every tiny detail was gorgeous and my mind is reeling with ideas for the end of the year birthdays.
Posted by: bailey button triplet | October 14, 2010 at 11:32 PM
Beautiful and very clever. Just love these. Thanks so much for sharing. Cheers, Lia
Posted by: bailey button triplet | October 14, 2010 at 11:33 PM
I love these! Think they would be perfect for the adults too. So sweet!
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