The Teapot Shoppe Blog

Royal Patrician will be closing its doors soon.  We still have some open stock pieces left if you need to complete or add to your set.  Please contact us for availability as inventory is quickly selling out.

Our Fielder Collection of porcelain teapots and accessories are possibly the most beautiful and unique collection of fine porcelain that we have seen.  With wintry grey skies upon us, the experience of a teapot filled with hot tea warms the body and soul.  The Fielder Collection of tea ware offers a variety of patterns that will delight the tea lover and inspire a cup of tea next to a crackling fireplace.  Patterns range from florals of many varieties to holiday themes along with animal favorites such as birds, dogs, cats, and more.  All patterns include cups, saucers, creamers and sugar bowls, mugs, and dessert plates.  As if this isn’t enough to make you want to order a whole set, swarovski crystals are the finishing touch that will inspire even more conversation around your tea table.  As an additional option, all patterns can be trimmed with matching crystals.  Imagine being the first to own this lovely line of tea ware.  Watch for a featured article about this line in the July/Aug issue of Tea Time magazine.

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.