Tea Bag Christmas Tree Tutorial
I’m kind of into tea. I don’t know if I’ve mentioned that here on the blog before but I am. And well, is it just me, or does it seem like coffee gets all the attention. What’s up with that?
So, if you’ve got a friend who’s into tea, or you just need an excuse to try a new variety, these little tea bag Christmas trees might be just the ticket. Not only are they super easy to make, but fun to give to fellow tea drinkers as well.
Tea bag Christmas trees, they’re the gift that keeps on giving.
Supplies
SuppliesPaper Mache Cones
Individually Wrapped Tea Bags {Harney & Son’s has pretty tea bags}
Hot Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
Tree Topper – Wooden Star, Ribbon etc.
Directions
Squeeze a line of glue near the top of the backside of a tea bag and press firmly onto the cone. Stagger the tea bags as you glue them to the cone. Layer the tea bags in rows until you’ve worked your way to the top of the cone.
Add a wooden star or ribbon to the top of the tree and give yourself a high five. Because really, how easy was that? 🙂
So there you have it, my sweet little tea bag Christmas tree tutorial. Have a wonderful weekend everyone, try and stay out of trouble.
~Mavis
You can find lot’s more of my craft ideas HERE.
Mel says
This is so cute! I have a bunch of mini clothespins I’ve been looking for a project for (no idea where I originally got them or why), and I bet I could hot glue the clothespins instead of the bags so that the trees could be refilled. Thanks!
Laurie Lasala-Tuttle says
Fabulous idea Mel!
Jane says
There’s tea wreath that uses clothespins. I’ve made one of those before.
Audra says
I love this idea! So cute and I love that the recipient gets to try so many flavors!
Tracy West says
When my Kids were in were in College and had no money for Christmas gifts, I hosted a Craft night complete with mocktails and appetizers, They invited their friends and made Christmas gifts for friends and family. The tea tree was one of the crafts along with gum machine planters and home made soap. We ran out of time before they completed the tile painting, but everyone had so much fun and I got to spend time with my kids and see their friends while they were home for Christmas.
Now that they have finished College and are off “adulting” in other states, I think I’ll host another one when they are home for Christmas this year!
Mel says
I’m doing something similar with my students this year! I hope it turns out well
Devin says
What size cone did you use? Very cute idea!
Mavis Butterfield says
10 1/2”. I would have bought a taller one if they had it in stock when I bought mine.
Pamela says
How many tea bags were required to make one tree? Thanks for the idea!
Karen Baka says
Cute idea!! I’m into tea also. I drink tea every day & have to go down the tea aisle at every store I go to. I’m always looking for new flavors.
I’ve also given small jars filled with assorted teas as gifts.
Pat A says
One year the whole family could get together and everyone brought their favorite dishes…priceless
UpstateNYer says
I suppose you could also use foam cones and attach it with those pins with ball ends. Then they would look like tiny balls on the Xmas tree.
Tracy says
That would be really cute!
Gigi says
Another idea. I bought a few tea advent calendars last year for gifts. They had so much fun with of all the varieties.
Kris says
Thank you Mavis! How have I never seen one of these before? Great idea and really good gift!
Cathy says
Awesome gift idea for my tea drinking friends! thanks.
Roselyne says
So so cute, I think I will try very soon!