Teapot Favour Box Tutorial

I recently updated my Teapot Favour Box template so that a larger sized box can be made on a 12"x  12" cutting mat. To complement this, I have also updated my video assembly tutorial over on my YouTube channel.

With a removable lid, this adorable little teapot box can be filled to the brim with sweets or small treats and makes an ideal gift for any tea-lover! Perfect for birthday parties, wedding favours, Mother's day gifts, tea parties and so much more!

Red Telephone Teapot Box

I first made one of these red telephone teapot boxes about a year ago, but I have only just got around to designing the template for it. It was a bit tricky to work out at first, but with a bit of trial and error, and a lot of determination, I am absolutely thrilled with the results!

There are two different versions of the template included in the download. The one pictured above, with the OPEN windows, is designed for using acetate windows so that you can see through it, like a real telephone box. You might want to use this version with little lights inside and display it on a shelf or a windowsill.

Miniature Tea Set

So, I challenged myself to see just how small I could make a paper teapot and teacup using my templates ... and this is the result!

Aren't they cute?

I scaled the teapot template down to approximately 11% and the teacup template to approximately 7% of the original size.

Yes, they were extremely fiddly to make, but if you fancy making one yourself, or if you think you can make one even smaller, then just remember, the smaller the size of the template, the thinner the paper or card you will need to use.

You can find the PDF templates for these items, and more, on my Etsy shop.

Happy crafting!

Paper Flower Tutorial

Following on from my paper rose tutorial, I now have a video showing how I create the different paper flowers that adorn the top of some of my teapot boxes. They are really simple to make and, I think you'll agree, they give the teapots a more elaborate quality!

I hope this inspires you to create some of your own different paper flowers. You can use a matching colour or a contrasting colour to add that extra special finishing touch to your teapot boxes.

Teapot Box Tutorial

My latest video tutorial gives step-by-step instructions on how to assemble my teapot favour box.

In the video, I recreate this red teapot using the template which can be found in my Etsy shop. I really hope you enjoy the video and are inspired to create your own little teapot favour boxes.

Happy crafting!

Paper Rose Tutorial

One of the features of my teapot boxes is the little rose finial that sits on top of the lid. Sometimes they can be a little tricky to create, and I admit that the instructions on my template may be a little sketchy. So, for this reason, I have created a video tutorial, which gives more detailed information on how to create the paper rose.

Minion Teapot Box

I was recently asked if I could make one of my teapot boxes in the style of a minion. It was for a friend's birthday party (based on favourite film characters) so how could I refuse?

An image of the finished teapot came instantly to mind, and so I set to work straight away, sketching how it would look.

The obvious starting point was the colour for the actual teapot. I chose a deep yellow cardstock, and using my template the main structure was soon created.

I added black ribbon to the base of the lid, making sure the raw edges were at the front (to be hidden later under the eye), and glued a few thin strands of black card (hair) to the top.

For the dungarees, I printed out a blue denim image and cut it to fit around the teapot base. I added two denim straps over the arms (handle and spout) and a pocket for the front. I drew on the buttons and the pocket logo and added some orange stitching for detail.

Now for the eye... What to use? At first I considered creating one totally out of card. But why bother, I thought, when a plastic bottle top would do!

After finding one the right size, I sprayed it silver and glued a printed (minion) eye to the inside. I then cut out a circle of silver card to cover the front, and glued a small circle of acetate to the inside. I then glued the finished eye to the front of the lid, making sure that the ribbon ran through the centre.

A little drawn on smile, and my minion teapot was complete!

It made me think that I could now create almost any kind of novelty teapot using my template - film characters included! My favourite so far though still has to be my Dr Who TARDIS teapot.

I wonder what I'll be creating next... maybe a two-eyed minion?

If you have been inspired to make your own little teapot boxes - for whatever occasion, and in any style - please visit my Etsy shop where you will find my template. I would love to see what you create using it!

Retro Red Teapot

I love the vibrancy and the detail on this red teapot box. 

Perfect to display at any tea party, it can be filled to the brim with delicious treats!

Steampunk Teapot Box

Here's my latest steampunk-inspired teapot box. It's different, but I think it works...

I kept the keyhole in the front, as I really like that idea - I just changed the surround to an oval one, which compliments the circular top hat.

Now all I need is a matching teacup!

Steampunk Teapot

This is my first attempt at a steampunk teapot, and I am more than pleased with how it's turned out! 

After a little more research into steampunk design, I came up with this simple idea:

A bit of Rub 'n' Buff later and I am thrilled with the result:

A mini pressure guage on the lid replaces the flower on my usual teapot boxes...

and I cut the keyhole out of the front so that it is an actual hole. This would look great with a light inside it!

TARDIS Teapot Box

So excited about this one! As an avid Doctor Who fan, it was only a matter of time before I designed and created my own Doctor Who themed teapot gift box. And of course, what better to use as my inspiration than the TARDIS itself?!

I found the perfect colour cardstock, and using my PDF template, I decided to create a medium-sized teapot box. I made six individual side panels and printed the graphics to fit. I was definitely inspired by this image from a recent episode:

I am thrilled with the result!

Although the actual TARDIS is four-sided, the hexagonal form of this teapot fits in perfectly with the interior of the TARDIS and the central console ... I wonder if I could create a mini console to fit inside?

Beautiful Teapot Boxes

My latest creations - two more examples of my larger teapot gift boxes. These already have a home to go to, but you can create your own using my easy to follow template available from my Etsy shop.

More Teapot Treats!

Over the last few weeks I have been experimenting with my Teapot Treats PDF template.

After previously creating this miniature version, which I absolutely adore, I have just finished making a larger version, and I don't mind saying, I have fallen totally in love with it!

I have had lots of enquiries recently, asking me how much one of my teapot boxes will hold. Well, I designed the original size teapot to hold 10 round teabags, as shown on this video:

Now, using my template, almost any size seems possible!

Of course, when creating the different sizes, the weight of cardstock needs to be adjusted - heavier for larger teapot boxes, and lighter for the smaller ones.

This latest one was created using 260gsm cardstock, and as you can see, there is plenty of room inside for these (larger) teabag packets.

Golden Teapot Gift Box

OK, so I couldn't resist. I saw this gold glitter cardstock and knew exactly what to do with it!

The card was a little tricky to work with at first, but it was well worth the effort. It has a gorgeous texture to it, and the teapot sparkles beautifully in the sunlight.

I tried something a little different with the decoration on the lid, and am really pleased with the effect. The rose came out slightly smaller than usual, so I created thin spirals to bulk it out a bit.

What do you think? I hope you like it as much as I do!

Teapot Template!

Coming to a screen near you...

I am so pleased to be able to say that my Teapot Treats template is now available!

The PDF templates come as two A4 pages (but can be resized) and will make a teapot box measuring approximately 16cm (W) x 10.2cm (H) x 7.8cm (D)  /  6.3" (W) x 4" (H) x 3.1" (D). It has clear instructions (in English) and is available through my Etsy shop.

To make one of your own, you will need:

• PDF template
• Coloured or patterened cardstock (200-250gsm / 80-92lb recommended)
• Craft knife / scissors
• Scoring tool
• Ruler
• Craft glue / double-sided tape
• Embellishments (optional)

For those of you who will soon be hard at work, crafting your own little teapot boxes, I  would love to show some of your wonderful creations here.

This first one was sent to me by Lynda, from London. I love the roses on the lids, Lynda. So pretty.

These next two photos are from Mexico, showing that these teapot boxes can easily be adjusted to suit any colour scheme or design. Such pretty handles, and they look amazing with the matching teacups too!

I can't wait to see more!

Happy crafting!