The Teapot Shoppe Blog

Cardew Design has introduced a new line of tea ware for 2008. The ever popular “Alice in Wonderland” line has been carried over from 2007 but exciting new patterns include Manhattan Cafe, Aero Club, Ocean Cafe Club, Wild Cafe, Antarctic Cafe, Noah’s Ark, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Roosters, Antique Pewter, Patchword, Quilting, Novel-tea, and World Tea, Crosswords, Bless the Cook, and Bless the Garden. This vast new line of Cardew products appeals to a variety of collector’s and we are proud to carry them in 2008.

Hues ‘N Brews has produced a hit product called the iPot. Presented in a wide variety of dazzling colors, these ceramic teapots are convenient for the tea connoisseur or the casual tea drinker. Fashioned in a sleek, fashionable design, it can be used in the microwave by removing the stainless steel lid. Included with the iPot, is a stainless steel double mesh infuser for brewing the finest of loose teas. Or, it can be used to heat water and keep it warm to pour over your teabag. They are available now in 17 ounce, 24 ounce, and 40 ounce capacity. Keep one at the office and one at home. The new iPot is an essential piece for your tea ware collection.
….and what is the most popular color? Red, of course.

Tetsubin teapots are cast iron teapots from Japan. Their design ranges from very simple in style to very ornate and the tetsubin teapots are also considered highly collectible. Most of those who have used the tetsubin teapot claim that the cast iron teapot is best for brewing tea. A stainless steel infuser is usually included with most tetsubin teapots.

Royal Patrician has introduced a new line of tea cups and saucers beautifully inscribed with inspirational sayings.  These products come in a lovely dark green satin lined gift box ready to give to that special person in your life.  Each tea cup is covered with beautiful floral patterns and the saying is presented in gold lettering.  Sayings are taken from Ecclesiastes, Proverbs, and Numbers.  These gifts will be treasured by anyone receiving them.  View our Inspirational Gifts under the “Specialty Gifts” tab.

Adding to their fabulous teaware products, Royal Patrician is introducing a new collection of collectible gift boxed bone china cups and saucers. There are 12 themes of inspirational and loving sayings beautifully inscripted on a bone china cup and saucer with a floral pattern. They are presented in a satin-lined gift box, ready for gift giving. These products make perfect gifts for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or anniversaries. View them on our “Specialty Gifts” page.

First, remember that everything does not have to match. In fact, it is more traditional if you use a variety of patterns on your tea table. An interesting table is created by using a variety of shapes and patterns. Choose a floral teapot, creamer, and sugar bowl. Add a crystal cake stand or several silver tiered trays for visual interest. Use varying heights on you table by covering a simple shoe box with lovely linens trimmed in lace. Make your tea party special by using a variety of cups and saucers in different floral patterns. Tiered cookie plates are also available now in many elegant patterns. Sprinkle rose petals on the table and add a rose centerpiece for a truly elegant affair.  Remember that tea party accessories are the finishing touch for a memorable afternoon.

This is a product that you won’t know that you love until you use it. The over-sized cups and saucers from Roy Kirkham are beautifully decorated with many patterns to choose from, each featuring rejuvenating floral colors. They are bone china, but gold trim has been eliminated so they are microwave safe. You can reheat your afternoon tea as many times as you wish. They are generously sized to hold 12 ounces. This is also perfect for a cup of soup or enjoy your morning coffee with no need to refill. You’ll find that you will have this special cup and saucer with you for most of the day. They come packaged in a set of two so do enjoy these Roy Kirkham breakfast cups and saucers with a special friend.

Adding to their fabulous teaware products, Royal Patrician is introducing a new collection of collectible gift boxed bone china cups and saucers.  There are 12 themes of  inspirational and loving sayings beautifully inscripted on a bone china cup and saucer with a floral pattern.  They are presented in a satin-lined gift box, ready for gift giving.  These products make perfect gifts for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or anniversaries.  Check back with us in a couple of weeks and view them on our “New Arrivals” page.

Due to the high volume of orders we’ve received over the past three months, our Customer Service Department has been overwhelmed with phone calls.  We appreciate your patience and want to take this moment to reassure you that your business is important to us.  As an effort to improve our customer service, we are working hard to ensure a speedier response time to your questions and concerns.   Within 48 hours of an order being placed, our Customer Service Representative will contact you if an item is discontinued.  At this time you will be given the opportunity to order a replacement or cancel your order.  Also, if you need assistance in placing an order, or checking on the status of an order, please give us a call at 1-866-380-0815.

With so many patterns, shapes, and color combinations, making the decision to buy can be disheartening. There are teasets for four, two, one, and so on….and in so many patterns. Consider how you will use the set. Will it be for parties or quiet afternoon tea with a spouse. Royal Patrician has introduced several lovely bone china tea sets that include a chrome tray, teapot, 2 cups and saucers, a creamer and sugar, and 2 gold teaspoons. Or, you may want a slightly larger set with 4 cups and saucers. Porcelain tea sets are also fashionable and come in a variety of colors and shapes, some with gold trim and other beautifully plain in solid white. Whatever you choose, handwashing is probably the best way to make your set last, along with pre-warming the pot with warm water before adding the hot tea. Choose a set that coordinates with your favorite color scheme and enjoy….