Tea towels are one of those household essentials that are often overlooked. Traditionally, they were used to dry dishes but in today's modern world and the convenience of a dishwasher, they serve as the most versatile pieces of fabric and can do so much more. Whether you are drawn to them for their pretty patterns, colors, or textures, this blog has so many great ideas.
I have divided these into categories so you can scroll through and see what interests you the most. If interested, you will also find a link to the Tea Towels I have shown in the pictures.
Lets get into it! Here are TWENTY (fun and creative!!!) ways to use your Hues of Summer tea towels other than drying dishes.
HOME & HOSTING
1. Decor Upgrade: Slip a tea towel over a throw pillow and tie the ends in the back for a temporary pillow cover OR I added a bunch of our tea towels on a ladder to brighten up the space. See photo below. Its an easy way to refresh your living space without buying new decor.
2. Bath Towels: Want to switch up your powder room look? Add our tea towel and tie a knot for a quick refresh. Our designs compliment most colors and are easy to toss into the washer regularly.
3. Holiday Wreath: Are you a bow girlie? Me too! Make a giant bow wreath and elevate your front door/porch. Perfect for holidays or otherwise.
4. Tea Parties: Tea Parties are making such a comeback - and why should it not? It is such a wholesome way to connect with friends or family all while feeling cozy. As the name suggests, "tea towels" make for great additions at your next Tea Party.
Use them as dainty napkins, pretty placemats, or liners for cake stands and trays, The soft textures and playful patterns will instantly bring warmth and whimsy to your table creating for an effortlessly cozy and welcoming environment your guests will love.
5. Utensil Holder: I love tablespaces. If you do too, add our tea towels to your hosting must-haves. These Tea Towels look gorgeous on a serving table with utensils.
6. Dinner Napkins: Similar to the one before, our tea towels also make for great dinner napkins. Add it to your table on your next dinner party! :)
7. Child & Pet Care: Soft, lightweight, and washable - tea towels can be used as makeshift bibs, burp cloths, or quick clean-ups for muddy paws.
GIFTING
8. Eco-friendly Reusable Gift Wrap: Hues of Summer Tea Towels are generous in size and 100% cotton. They make for the PERFECT gift wrap - whether you are gifting a bottle of champagne as a house warming present or holiday presents for your loved ones. This gift wrap will definitely not end up in trash and is sure to elevate the look of your present.
9. Basket Liner: Line a basket with our tea towel for gifting or for yourself. Here is a picture of an easter basket I made with our Hydrangea Tea Towel. Add fresh produce or baked goods and it will make any occasion feel so special.
KITCHEN
10. Cover Baked Goods: Sunday afternoon, fresh bread baking in the oven, and a clean house. Life can't get any better than this, can it? Use our tea towels for scones, bread, or any baked goodies. Add a basket and you're all set to gift it to your friends or family.
11. Pot Holders: In a pinch, fold a tea towel a few times to safely grab hot handles or trays. Just make sure it is dry to avoid steam burns.
12. Replacing Paper Towels: Minimize paper towel wastage - and use clean and absorbent 100% tea towels instead. Hang it on your oven, dishwasher, kitchen hook, or refrigerator. Hues of Summer Tea Towels comes with a hook for easy hanging.
13. Herb and Salad Saver: Wrap freshly washed greens or herbs in a tea towel before refrigerating. It helps absorb moisture and keeps produce crisp longer.
OUTDOORS
14. Picnic Companion: Light weight and washable - our tea towels make for a great picnic companion. It is a must add to your picnic basket and it is guaranteed to make your picnic pictures/set up a lot more cuter and brighter.
GET CRAFTY
This section is a loaded one for all my fellow DIY-ers. If you would rather use the tea towel elsewhere in your home, we got you covered.
15. Make a travel/make-up pouch that is washable and pretty for any and all your travels.
16. Air Tag Holders: If you are looking for a $30 or less gift, or like making little things around you pretty, then these Air Tag holders are perfect.
17. Pencil Pouches: If you are or know of someone who is a stationery nerd, then these pencil pouches will definitely help them keep organized.
18. Wristlet for your keys: In the line of making little things around you pretty, I made these little wristlets for our keys. Its sturdy, washable, pretty, and functional!
19. Drawstring Bags: Sew our tea towels into small draw string bags for gifts, keepsakes, or your produce.
20. Think our tea towels are too pretty to use? Frame it! We get this a lot from our customers and have several who have chosen to frame the tea towel. To frame yours, you can use an embroidery hoop or a vintage frame without glass. If you are a creative, add touches of embroidery or decorate your hoop with some pretty lace and VOILA!
Here's more of our Tea Towel designs for those interested:
If you have any other ideas or ways to use our tea towels, I would love to know! Comment below :)
