Most of us started making little gifts and cards for our moms and grandmoms when we were little. My fellow moms, I know we love and cherish every gift our own children have made for us! We’re never too old to make something special for our moms or other special ladies who are like moms to us. My mom still loves when I make her a gift for Mother’s Day! This Paper Mache Teapot Box for Mom gets a pretty coat of blue and is sprinkled with punched paper flowers. Can any of us girls have too many boxes to hold our treasures?
The teapot box is easy and fun to make and you know my love of two in one gifts! Some go-with ideas at the end of the post
- Paper Mache Teapot by Craft Pedlars from Create for Less
- DecoArt Americana Paints in Turquoise Blue and Cool White
- 15” ribbon of your choice
- Two pieces of white cardstock
- Flower punches, large and small
- Yellow Stickles
- White craft glue
- Mod Podge in Matte Finish and for Fabric
- Foam brushes
- 4” inch sheer silver white wired ribbon (optional)
First, I gave the paper mache teapot and lid two coats of white paint, inside and out, to provide a nice base. Next, I gave the outside of the teapot and the lid two coats of turquoise paint, leaving the band around the top of the teapot white.
Let’s give this box some flower power! I punched large and small flowers out of white cardstock with a paper punches. For some dimension, I layered a small flower over a larger one and adhered with craft glue.
I had this pretty blue ribbon with sparkly polka dots in my ribbon stash and thought it would make a fun band around the teapot! I used Fabric Mod Podge to attach the ribbon around the teapot. Cut the ribbon and attach in two pieces, so that it stays smooth and flat. The flowers were attached to the teapot and lid with Mod Podge. Make any fun pattern you like. Don’t forget the handle and spout! I bent some of the flowers around the handle and lid and smoothed them into place with my finger.
To give our flowers a little pop and sparkle, I added a big dot of yellow Stickles to the center of each flower and let dry.
Finish the teapot with a coat or two of Mod Podge to seal. How about a fun, finishing touch? Curl a 4” piece of sheer, wired silver white ribbon and place it in the spout. Now, our teapot is “steaming!”
You can write or glue letters to inside of the lid with a special message to Mom – I’m waiting to do that so it’s just between me and Mom. ?
Some ideas of what to include with your teapot gift!
- If Mom is a tea drinker, fill the box with an assortment of her favorite teas.
- Have a great place in town that serves afternoon tea? Get a gift card, put it in the pot and treat Mom to a special afternoon!
- Add any small gift or gift card inside the pot – what a fun way to give a double gift!
- Place a small plastic bowl inside the pot with some damp flower foam and fill with flowers. You could also make a pretty, silk flower arrangement inside.
Isn’t this just darling? I just love how happy, bright, and cheerful it is. The best part is that every time Mom sees it or take out a teabag, she’ll have a little hug of love from us.
Thanks so much for visiting today and I’ll have another couple of fun just-for-Mom ideas on the way!
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This is too darn cute, Cindy! When I was a kid, I remember making paper mache planets of the solar system in science class. It was so much fun! Pinned. ?
Thanks, Julie! Oh, I remember making those planets, too! This was just as much fun to make. Thanks so much for the pin and visit! Happy Saturday!
It’s a box! I know how you love boxes ? This is sooooo cute, it would be just as much fun to make as to give! Pinned.
Paula, I DO love boxes! ? It was definitely fun to make, too. Thank you so much for the pin and visit. Have a happy Saturday!
Super cute! I really like this teapot, and my mother used to collect teapots, so she’d love it too! Nice color!
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Thank you so much, T’onna! I collect teapots, too, so now I have to make another one to keep. Thank you so much for visiting and wishing you a happy weekend!
Cindy, this is the most amazing creation for holding some tea! My best friend loves tea… now this is giving me an idea!
Hi Gloria! This would make a great gift for a tea-loving friend and it’s a lot of fun to make, too. It’s a perfect blank canvas to create however you’d like! ?
Oh my goodness Cindy, this is amazing! It would make such a wonderful gift for any tea-lover including myself! It is so adorable and I love the color and pretty flowers – pinning!
Kelly, thank you so much! I like that’s pretty but you can also actually use it – for teabags or to store anything. Thank you so much for visiting and for the pin! Have a happy and wonderful weekend!
What a lovely idea! You are one of the most creative people I know! I’m always amazed at the crafts and recipes you come up with! The teapot is adorable! Maybe I should show this post to my kids! ? Pinning!
Alli, you are so sweet and kind, thank you! I love the idea of showing the post to your kids, lol! I need to remember that! Thank you so much for your visit and the pin. Happy Saturday and enjoy your weekend!
I’m never surprised what you make is exceptional. You are just so darned talented and make such wonderful things. If my Mom was still alive I’d make this for her, might just make it to sell for somebody to give their Mom.
This is such a great gift for any occasion or holiday. How do you think up so many great ideas? I’ll have to be on lookout for a paper mache tea pot,maybe HL would have one. Mother’s day will be here before we know it, time flies but I”m not so sure I’ve been having all that much fun darn it. lol Enjoy your week
Thank you, Jane Ellen! I collect teapots so when I saw this paper mache one, it was perfect and a lot of fun to make. I can’t believe it’s already May, the year is flying by! Thanks so much for visiting and hope you have a happy weekend!
OMG, that is so cool Cindy! My mom is a tea drinker, and would love this!! ?
Thanks, Lisa! Your mom would love this, I’ll bet! I had a lot of fun making this, too. Thanks so much for visiting and have a happy Saturday!
What a great idea and gift Cindy! I love how the tea bags go inside… you always come up with the best ideas! Have a great week!!
Thanks, Deb – you are too kind! I hope my Mom likes this though I’m sad to part with it, lol. I think I have to make another one for me (I collect teapots and teacups.) Hope you have a happy Saturday and a great weekend – thanks so much for visiting!
Oh Cindy this box is so cute and perfect for mothers day! I love it and have to make one!
Hi Brenda! Thank you so much and I agree, I think it’s perfect for Mother’s Day. It was a lot of fun to make, too, and I think you’d enjoy putting your creative spin on it. Thanks so much for visiting and have a happy Friday!
This tea pot is just precious! My mom and mother-in-law would just love these. ?
Thanks, Marcie! I thought it was a perfect little Mother’s Day gift and I’m hoping my Mom like it! Thanks so much for visiting and wishing you a happy Friday!
This is so beautiful!! What a great idea ?
Thank you, Zainab! I hope my Mom loves it – thanks so much for stopping by and happy Friday!
Ok, so my crafts are kindergarten stuff to yours! This is amazing!!! I absolutely love herbal tea and what a terrific gift. Carrie, A Mother’s Shadow
Carrie, you are so sweet and your crafts are wonderful! I collect teapots and teacups so I HAD to make this! ? I think it’s a great little gift for tea lovers. Thank you so much for visiting and wishing you a happy Friday!
Ok.. cuteness overload. Seriously. I would LOVE for you to come and share at Link it Or Lump it if you have not already Cindy… xo
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Hi Sonnet! Thank you so much! I missed the party but I promise I’ll bring them to this week’s festivities! ? Thank you so much for visiting and happy Friday! xo
That is so cute! I think my mother would love something like too.
If you have a minute to spare I’d be thrilled if you could share your post at my weekly Say G’day Saturday link up. It has just started and this would be a fantastic addition.
I’m not sure if you are a contributor to my Mother’s Day group board on Pinterest? If you aren’t and would like to join in I’m inviting bloggers to do so on the blog today.
Best wishes for a great weekend,
Natasha in Oz
Thanks, Natasha – I’m so happy that you like this little teapot box. I brought it to your party this morning! Thank you so much for stopping by and for hosting your party. Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Darling idea, Cindy! Love it, pinned it!
Thanks for sharing it at the linky party,
<3 Christina @ I Gotta Create!
Thanks, Christina – I was happy with how this turned out! Thanks so much for pinning and enjoy your day!
Cindy this is Wonderful!!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful blog at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop ♥
Katie, thank you so much – I need to make another one to keep for me! ? Have a happy Sunday and hugs!
So stinkin’ cute!
Thank you, Jess! Hope you’re having a great weekend!
I think the only thing that would be more fun than making this cutie would be receiving it! It’s absolutely adorable and I want one so get busy girl!
Hi Doreen! Oh, you’re so kind and of course, I’ll make you one! I have to make another one for myself, because I totally don’t want to give it away, lol. What color do you want? ? Hope all is well and always so happy to see you!
Cindy, these teapot boxes are cute and beautiful at the same time…what a special gift for mom! Just wanted to let you know that we’re featuring you at this Wednesday’s Moonlight & Mason Jars Link Party. ? Hope you have a great week!
Hi Samantha! Thank you so much and I’m totally excited to be featured!! It’s so sweet of you to let me know and I always look forward to the party! See you on Wednesday and enjoy the week!
Cindy that is adorable – what a great idea for Mother’s Day! I love the colors you choose and how you embellished it – very pretty. So glad I saw your pretty tea pot at the Get Your DIY On Party!
Hi Marie! Thank you so much for your visit and kind comment! I keep looking at it and have to make another one, because I don’t want to part with it! Hope you have a wonderful week!
What an adorable..and functional..gift this is!! I’m sure your mom will love it!!
Hi Cindy! Thank you so much and I really hope she will – she absolutely loves handmade gifts, so it’s good I’m always making something! ? Thank you so much for visiting and hope you have a wonderful week!
WOW! How super stinkin cute is this???? I love it! Your mom is SO going to love it!! SO glad you shared it at our party ?
Hi Christy! I do love this cute little box and am kind of sad to give it away, lol. Just have to make another one! ? Thanks so much for the fun party and hope you have a super Happy Mother’s Day!
What a sweet Mother’s Day gift! I just wanted to let you know that I am linking to this post at Simply Creative Living on May 6th if you don’t mind.
Thank you, Alyssa, for your kind comment and visit – it’s so sweet of you to share this project, thank you! Have a great weekend!
Super cute gift! Love the “steam” and the tea bags inside…very creative. Thanks for sharing it on Merry Monday.
Thank you, Erlene, for your visit and sweet comment, and for the fun party! Hope you have a great weekend and Happy Mother’s Day!
Hi Cindy, just wanted to let you know that I’m featuring your adorable Paper Mache Teapot Box at the DIY Sunday Showcase Party this week! The party goes live on Saturday evening. Happy Mother’s Day!
Hi Marie! Thank you SO much and thank you for letting me know — I’m excited and appreciate it very much! Enjoy your Saturday, see you at the party and Happy Mother’s Day!