It is that time, darlings! Well, actually, I guess I'm late, because Walmart, Dollar General, and The English Tea Store all have put up their Christmas displays. Yes, Halloween has not yet come, and Christmas shopping has begun. Then there are those people who shop all year. I applaud their diligence, but I myself have …
Category: Tea Gifts
Tea Sampler Packs
If you are like me and hesitate to try new teas because of the high probably of spending the $$, only to be profoundly disappointed, have I got a deal for you. I just discovered the English Tea Store's Tea Sampler Packs. When I get set on something, I stick. I rarely change the arrangement of …
The Warmth of the Holidays
Part of what makes the holidays so merry and bright is that so many people are looking forward to getting together with friends and loved ones, both near and far. Dinner parties, annual traditions, and holiday festivities are par for the course this month. At this time of year, a thoughtful gift is also part …
Crafting the Perfect Tea Gift Basket
Want to give the gift of tea this Christmas but not sure what that should be? Tea gift baskets can be the perfect answer. Gift giving is a way to share something we like with others, give them something special we know they’ll like, or just let them know we’re thinking of them. Sometimes, workplaces …
Holiday Tea Gift Ideas, Part 2
Here are some more holiday tea gift ideas for the different types of tea-drinkers on your list. If the recipient doesn't really fit a certain type, you can seldom go wrong by giving him or her a selection of teas, a teapot or a tea mug. Tea lovers always enjoy having a good supply of …
Holiday Tea Gift Ideas, Part 1
If you are indecisive about your gift list, don't despair. Here are some tea-related gift ideas for everyone from tea newbies to aficionados plus folks with special circumstances. Let me know how these work for you! 1. The Patient: A friend has just been told by her doctor to eliminate caffeine because of health problems. …
PretTea Little Presents or Gifts for Tea Lovers
I've always enjoyed shopping, even window shopping. So, I find it fun to search for that perfect gift for my family and friends and even more fun if they happen to be fellow tea lovers. What could be easier than finding a decorative tin of fine loose tea, or an interesting book on tea history …
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Fathers Need Tea Gifts, Too!
Contrary to the opinion some people have of it, tea makes a manly Father’s Day gift. Considering all they do for us, father’s certainly need an uplifting cup of this centuries-old brew. Yes, it’s once again time to look into your tea gift options. They’re not as limited as you might think. Father’s Day in …
The Thrill of Discovery — Easter Baskets
As a kid, one of the joys of Easter was discovering the many and varied items hiding in our Easter Baskets. Sure, the Easter eggs were fun to make and to find, but as I didn’t much care for hard-boiled eggs, after all the eggs were found, the thrill of the hunt dissipated quickly. The …
Save Your Friends from Bad Tea with a Tea Gift
Sharing a tea moment with a friend can be one of life’s pleasures. Tea is a very special beverage and a perfect way to say, “I enjoy your company.” But what if your friend thinks that a bunch of tea leaf dust swept up from the tea processing trays/floor/whatever and stuffed into a bag made …
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