Thank you tea favor box next to a pie on a table

Affordable Tea Party Gifts That Will Make Them Smile

Is any tea party complete without tea favors? Maybe, but it just doesn't feel the same without them. 

You want to send your guests off with a genuine gesture of appreciation. You want to give them something that lights up all those warm feelings as they recall how spectacular your event was. 

But, you want to give them tea party gifts they’ll want to use — not something that will go in the trash or sit in the back of their cupboard.

We believe in gifting, but we also believe in staying within your budget. The great thing is you can gift your guests something useful and sentimental and it doesn’t have to break the bank. 

You'll find creative favor inspiration below, no matter how little or how much you want to splurge. Here are some of our favorite ideas for tea favors your guests will love.

Always Consider Your Guests

Two women holding mugs laughing

The key to choosing the perfect gift is understanding your guests. If your guests can’t drink caffeine send them home with herbal teas they can enjoy. If they are minimalists, they might prefer an edible present instead of a new teacup that will take up space.

The most considerate and appreciated gifts sprout from understanding your friends and loved ones. You can gift the same present to everyone to make it easy. If your party is intimate, you can also gift different items to each guest based on their personality.

Find Inspiration From Your Theme

Had Hatter-themed tea party

Your guest’s preferences are the most important decision-maker for your tea favors. Second in line is your theme. If you have a theme for your tea party, it’s extra fun to send your guests home with tea party gifts that reflect the theme in some way. 

The object itself doesn’t have to be themed, but finding a creative way to hint at the theme brings it all together. Consider wrapping your favor in a bag that matches the theme, or labeling the favor with some twine and a tag that hints at the theme.

Gifts $10 and Under 

These tea favors are sure to please your guests. Not only will you stay within budget, but your guests will leave with a little something simple, useful, and fun.

DIY Tea Blending Table & Gift in One

Tea, herbs, and spices in spoons, cups, and a teapot against a dark tabletop as a creative tea favor.

Invite your guests to create their own tea blends. It’s a two-in-one activity and gift they’re sure to enjoy in the comfort of their home. We first introduced this idea in our Halloween Tea Party blog, but it can be re-purposed for any themed tea party.  

Mason jars make excellent containers for these tea blends. Be sure to leave out a few sample recipe cards, or a simple formula so they have a starting point for inspiration. They can mix herbs or tea leaves with dried fruit, flowers, spices, and more!

Homemade Tea Cookies

Homemade tea cookies on a wood board with a cup of tea as tea favors

Don’t underestimate the homebaked charm of tea cookies. They’re excellent for any time of year and great as a budget-friendly and adorable gift. 

We have our spin on spiced Taylor Swift Chai Cookies that use quality loose-leaf tea instead of the tea bag dust you normally find in the store. You can use Sweet Vanilla Chai or Supreme Spiced Chai for this recipe — both are excellent.

Wrap your cookies up in a bag and finish it with a craft string bow and a small thank you tag. If you want to make this gift extra special, include a recipe card so they can bake and enjoy these cookies at home whenever they like.

Gifts $20 and Under

These tea favors are functional keepsakes. Get inspired with this list of creative tea party gifts they can use every day.

The Classic Teacup, Saucer, and Teaspoon

Teacup, saucer, and spoon as a tea favor party gift

Send them home with a teacup that’s as gorgeous as it is functional. The Royal Tea Cup Set comes with two 6-ounce cups and saucers for under $20 — That leaves you plenty of budget for something a little extra. 

These Petite Crystal Clear Teaspoons pair perfectly with your teacups and saucers. A set of four comes out to less than $4.50 apiece. At $15 a set, you’ll have a few leftover dollars for adorable little gift bags and some tissue paper. 

All-Beverage Tea Mugs with Tea Sachets

Tea mugs with hot cappuccino as an affordable tea favor

If your guests will enjoy something more practical and flexible, this set of mugs might be the perfect base for your tea favors. This double walled glass cup collection totals less than $7 a guest. These tea mugs are not only furniture-safe, but you can use them for all beverages from iced tea to coffee and hot ciders.

Pair your tea mugs with two to four individual tea sachets made with whole-leaf teas. Some of our favorite flavors are Classic Organic Earl Grey and caffeine-free Lemon Mint Chamomile. If you want to switch it up, you can offer everyone unique teas using the variety from the assorted pyramid tea box. 

Gifts $30 and Under

These tea favors are gifts they’ll cherish for years to come. Some of the best tea party gifts are perfectly suited for tea for one. These party favors check all the boxes for practicality and style. 

Easy Tea-for-One Steeping Cups

Tea for one steeping cup as a tea favor and tea party gift

Tea has a reputation for being complex and involved, but it can also be simple and easy. These steeping cups bring a minimalist design to the forefront of tea for one. Each cup serves one and comes with a removable infuser so your guests can enjoy their favorite quality loose-leaf teas at home without making an entire teapot. 

Drink-Anywhere Tea Tumblers

Coffee and tea tumblers as tea favors and tea party gifts

Who said that you can only steep tea in these tumblers? Yes, these tea tumblers were designed with tea in mind, but they are also excellent for infused water, coffee, and hot and cold beverages of all kinds. With a removable infuser, your guests can enjoy their favorite high-quality loose-leaf teas on the go.

Find More Gifts at Teabloom

Have you found some inspiration for your tea favors? Teabloom has so many options that will put a smile on your guests’ faces. Their teaware is beautiful, but it’s also functional and made with sustainability and your health in mind.

Since the beginning, Teabloom’s mission has been to clean up the tea industry one teacup at a time. Their borosilicate glass teaware is handcrafted and designed for style and function. Their materials were chosen as a safer, healthier, and eco-friendly alternative to traditional teaware.

We invite you to join us in our clean teaware revolution — and bring your friends, too!

What other tea favors would you give your guests? Explore Teabloom’s selection and share your ideas below!

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